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Weld a Garden Sculpture

Jun 27, 2026 10:00AM—2:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Sensory and Botany Skills for Herbalists and Foragers – June 27 and 28, 2026

Jun 27, 2026—Jun 28, 2026

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Hmong Embroidery: Paj Ntaub Ornament

Jun 27, 2026 9:00AM—2:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Tree Portraits

Jun 27, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Design a Summer Floral Centerpiece

Jun 27, 2026 10:30AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Polish Cuisine: Summer Fruit Pierogi

Jun 27, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Beginning Photography for Kids Ages 9-14

Jun 27, 2026 12:00PM—4:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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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…

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Community Bridge Club

Jun 30, 2026 5:30PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on Saint Croix, MN 55047

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…

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Country Dance Workshop

Jun 30, 2026 5:30PM—8:00PM

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

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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…

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Meditative Stitching

Sep 12, 2026 12:00PM—3:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047

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Stitch Meditation is a creative, mindful practice that supports stress reduction, deepened awareness, and the discovery of your own creative voice. Through slow, intentional hand stitching, you’ll explore how simple repetitive movements can quiet the mind and invite calm, focus, and presence. In this three-hour workshop, you’ll be guided through a meditative stitching process that…

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