This class offers a hands-on introduction to TIG welding as you create a stone and metal outdoor sculpture. TIG welding uses an inert gas and bonds metal to metal without a wire feed or rods or sticks, and is typically used for thinner materials such as pipe welding or where appearance is important. You will…

Note that this is a 2-day class, taking place Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. This 2-day workshop is designed for herbal enthusiasts, herbalists, and foragers. The intent is to increase confidence in seeing, experiencing and identifying the plants clearly. The program will take place “in the field,” in…

This class introduces students to Hmong embroidery needlework, called paj ntaub (flower cloth). You will learn about the history, motifs, and symbols of the Hmong paj ntaub. You will then create an embroidered ornament by selecting from a variety of traditional motifs and using cross-stitch techniques to bring your design to life. Once complete, the…

Learn how to make unique, pressure-print “portraits” of tree bark patterns using printmaking tools and ink. Instructor Robin Garwood, whose work blends book arts and printmaking with ecological and place-based practice, will guide you through this unique and innovative way of creating tree impressions on paper. This class will take place outdoors, and each student…

Design your own summer floral centerpiece in this beginner-friendly class! Join Elle, farmer-florist at Mellifera Flowers, to learn the technical and artistic basics to floral design, and in the process create your own unique centerpiece with 100% local blooms from her farm and other local growers. Class will begin with an overview of best practices…

A warm‑weather twist on a famous Polish classic, this hands‑on workshop invites participants to roll up their sleeves and dive into making fruit‑filled dumplings called pierogi from scratch. You will learn how to mix and knead a dough and explore bright, summer fillings: blueberries and strawberries. Participants will shape, seal, and cook their pierogi, discovering…

Students (ages 9-14) will learn how a camera works, explore the fundamentals of photography, and build a strong foundation they can continue developing on their own. Each participant will choose a digital camera to keep and spend class time getting comfortable with its features, settings, and basic functions through hands-on practice. Instructor Carl Wegener is…

Join a relaxed group of Bridge players to play and learn more about the game in a welcoming environment. With Bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue developing your Bridge game. Cards and score pads will be provided by group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes…

Develop your social dance skills in a low-risk, high-fun environment! This class focuses on two-step, waltz, and line dancing, giving you the confidence and comfort to hit the dance floor with ease. You can come solo or with a partner. Everyone will have a chance to try both leading and following while we dance to…

Learn to draw and get more out of your travels through the practice of moment sketching. This approach focuses on capturing a feeling or experience rather than perfect accuracy, helping you become more observant and deeply engaged with the places you visit. As the saying goes, the best way to learn how to sketch is…

An essential skill of bluegrass music is the ability to take part in informal playing situations, also known as a “jam session.” Participants arrange themselves in a circle, choose a song from a common repertoire, sing, accompany each other, and play solos. Often, they do this despite no previous rehearsal, even with complete strangers! The…

Soma Slow Flow is a blend of Somatics (gentle movements) to unwind the body and asana/postures for mobility and strength. The slower pace allows yogis to find alignment, individual variation and create space within. We practice breathwork and then add breath to movement for energy flow, mobility and stability. This is an all levels class.…

Barn signs or barn quilts are mostly known today for their decorative purposes, but some believe they were painted by Pennsylvania Dutch farmers to ward off evil spirits or storms, or to bestow blessings and protections on the farm family. Using bright colors and often incorporating a star pattern, these beautiful designs were historically found…

Sailors have been splicing rope and stitching canvas for five centuries because these skills are irreplaceable. Once you learn them, you have them for life, and you’ll find they apply far beyond crewing tall ships or voyaging to the poles. The same hand-sewing and rope work techniques used on square-riggers translate directly to the modern…

Are you curious about discovering natural dye plants right in your own backyard? Join this field-trip–style class, where we’ll explore the landscape around Marine Mills Folk School with a forager’s eye and a dyer’s curiosity. As we walk the trails, we’ll learn to identify and responsibly collect a variety of local plants that can be…

Learn how to screenprint using contact paper and tape! Design and print your own pillow cover, table runner, or other fabric item using simple, hands-on techniques. This fun, beginner-friendly workshop will help you get into the flow of screenprinting—no darkroom or emulsion required. It’s a great introduction for anyone curious about printmaking and looking for…

Soma Slow Flow is a blend of Somatics (gentle movements) to unwind the body and asana/postures for mobility and strength. The slower pace allows yogis to find alignment, individual variation and create space within. We practice breathwork and then add breath to movement for energy flow, mobility and stability. This is an all levels class.…

Learn a hands-on, creative method to sustainably decorate your home! With wool, water, and a bit of hands-on work, you can create a framed wet felted wall hanging. You will discover how to transform this tactile, 3D material into a 2D work of art full of texture and depth. The process offers a satisfying blend…

Join a relaxed group of Bridge players to play and learn more about the game in a welcoming environment. With Bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue developing your Bridge game. Cards and score pads will be provided by group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes…

The class will take place at Arcola Trail Flower Farm in Stillwater Township, where participants will take a walking tour of the farm to gain an understanding of the varieties of cut flowers, how they are grown using organic methods, proper stage of harvest and cutting techniques. A design demonstration will give participants tips on…

Join mushroom enthusiast Carson Gross for a mushroom walk and talk in the St. Croix River Valley. Class will start with an overview of the basics of mushroom foraging and identification along with a discussion of how to forage ethically and mindfully. The class will then take a mycological walk in the woods near the…

Carve a cooking spoon, from log to spoon! Students will learn to split green logs into billets, or flat pieces of wood, to axe out spoon blanks. You will start by designing and drawing your form (examples and templates will be supplied). Then you will carve the blanks into functional cooking utensils, designed to be…