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Community Knit Night – Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Jan 20, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

***This event requires NO registration! ***NEW!  TWO TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSE FROM! To meet high level of interest and keep group sizes small, we are now offering two time slots to choose from for each knit night: 5:00-6:30pm  or 6:30-8:00pm Please come to whichever session fits best into your schedule. Come as you are and…

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Community Bridge Club – Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Jan 20, 2026 5:30PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

*** This event requires NO registration *** Join a relaxed group of bridge players to play and learn more. With bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue the process. Cards and score pads will be provided by the group leader. Bring your notes if you have them. A…

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Intermediate West African Drumming Full Series – Thursdays: January 22, 29, February 12, and 26, 2026

Jan 22, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Intermediate West African Drumming is intended for drumming students who wish to challenge themselves with more difficult rhythms and with a quicker pace of instruction. When you sign up for the Advanced West African Drumming Series, you will be registered for 4 drumming sessions with no obligation to attend every session. The series will meet…

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Intermediate West African Drumming – SINGLE SESSION – Thursday January 22, 2026

Jan 22, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 22, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 22, 2026. Intermediate West African Drumming is intended…

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West African Drumming Ensemble – SINGLE SESSION – Friday January 23, 2026

Jan 23, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047

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  **Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 23, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 9, 2026. Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques…

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Copper Foil Stained Glass Window (Ages 12+) – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:00AM—4:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Learn the art of stained glass design and building with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has been designing, making, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows for 23 years. All tools and materials will be provided and each student will take home a small window.  You will learn how to make, cut, and…

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Challenge Yourself Series: Jogless Fair Isle Knitting – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:30AM—1:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Knitting stranded colorwork is like painting with yarn! Most knitters agree it’s easier to work stranded colorwork in the round than flat—but there’s one pesky challenge: that little jog where one round ends and the next begins. The jog happens because knitting in the round forms a continuous spiral—but now there’s a clever way to…

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Hand-Sewing Cathedral Windows – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 9:30AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Learn the art of hand-sewing Cathedral Windows with textile artist Kirsten Aune. In this class, you will explore this timeless quilting technique using your own fabrics or those provided by Kirsten. She will guide you step-by-step through the process, helping you blend traditional craftsmanship with your own personal style. With this hands-on and encouraging approach,…

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Polish Cuisine: Pierogi and Uszka – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Step into the heart of Polish home cooking with this hands-on class dedicated to two of the country’s most beloved dumplings: pierogi and uszka. You’ll learn dough-making techniques, create classic fillings like sauerkraut and mushroom, and practice folding and cooking methods—from boiling to pan-frying—and how to serve them beautifully. Along the way, we’ll explore the…

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Slow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, January, 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 24, 2026. This class combines gentle somatic movement to release tension patterns with breathwork to calm the nervous system and enhance mobility. Participants will explore variations of poses to discover the asanas that best support their individual bodies and movement needs. Drop-ins welcome. …

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Community Knit Night – Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Jan 27, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

***This event requires NO registration! ***NEW!  TWO TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSE FROM! To meet high level of interest and keep group sizes small, we are now offering two time slots to choose from for each knit night: 5:00-6:30pm  or 6:30-8:00pm Please come to whichever session fits best into your schedule. Come as you are and…

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Intermediate West African Drumming – SINGLE SESSION – Thursday January 29, 2026

Jan 29, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 29, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 22, 2026. Intermediate West African Drumming is intended…

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Create, Connect, Age Well – Miniature Clay Animal Vases – Thursday, January 29, 2026

Jan 29, 2026 9:30AM—12:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Create a pet in miniature with Peg Medcraft, a crafty pottery instructor with 30+ years of experience. Students are encouraged to bring a reference photo to model their clay vase after a pet – or make an animal entirely of their own creation! In this 2.5 hour workshop, students will hand-build two tiny vases in…

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West African Drumming Ensemble – SINGLE SESSION – Friday January 30, 2026

Jan 30, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church 150 5TH ST Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 30, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 9, 2026. Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques for…

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Watercolor Valentines – Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 9:30AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Learn basic watercolor painting techniques as you create a series of miniature artworks. Participants can choose from a variety of designs and will take home six finished cards—or the supplies to complete them later. If time allows, you’ll also have the chance to write personal notes and seal your envelopes with wax for a special…

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Greenwood Spoon Carving – Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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In this hands-on class, students will learn to carve two simple, functional spoons from pre-axed spoon blanks (already roughed out). The class will begin with tool safety before moving into an introduction to wood selection—covering type, size, and grain orientation. From there, students will learn the systematic removal of material, how to achieve smooth and…

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Slow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, January, 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 31, 2026. This class combines gentle somatic movement to release tension patterns with breathwork to calm the nervous system and enhance mobility. Participants will explore variations of poses to discover the asanas that best support their individual bodies and movement needs. Drop-ins welcome. …

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Clogging Party (for all experience levels!) – Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 11:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Here’s your chance to practice your clogging steps and connect with other dancers from around the area! Whether you’re a brand-new beginner or an experienced clogger, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. We’ll start with a few easy, group-friendly dances before dancing along to basic and intermediate-level clogging songs from the National Dance…

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Intro to Hmong Embroidery: Paj Ntaub – Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 10:30AM—2:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55115

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This class introduces students to Hmong embroidery needlework called paj ntaub (flower cloth). Students will learn about the history, motifs, or symbols of the Hmong paj ntaub and make a piece of paj ntaub using the cross-stitching embroidery method. Each student will receive a kit with materials and additional tips/resources to help increase the student’s…

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