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Canceled – Community Knit Night (All Ages) March 26, 2024

Mar 26, 2024 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

***This event requires NO registration! Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start. If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or embroidery, spinning, or weaving. Find a new friend or meet up with an old one and enjoy…

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Herbal Remedies: Make a Soothing Salve – March 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 11:00AM—1:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine St. Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

Come join local herbalist Heather Mashuga in a hands-on salve-making class. Want to take that next step and feel comfortable turning all the amazing herbs you have learned about into topical remedies? We will make a couple of different herb-infused oils, turn those oils into salve, and learn how to utilize them. Each participant will…

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Make a Stitched and Plaited Whisk Broom (Ages 16+) March 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 10:00AM—3:00PM

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

Join experienced broom-maker Tina Green Krause and learn to make a functional and beautiful whisk broom. In this 5-hour introduction class, you will learn techniques to make a strong and sturdy hand broom. You will also learn to process stalks, plait handles and stitch the broom flat. You’ll leave the class feeling confident and inspired…

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Rip It – Warp It – Weave It – March 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 9:00AM—2:00PM

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

What can you do with old fabric? WEAVE IT into a placemat or table runner. In this class, you will prepare fabric, warp the loom, and weave. This class is designed for any level weaver! Your guide is Lisa Peterson, weaver extraordinaire. Feel free to bring “fiber” to prepare. Lisa will also have plenty of fiber to…

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(Waitlist) Kurv Lerrett Basket – March 23 & 24, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 9:30AM—3:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine St. Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

It is time to learn how to make a Tote Basket! A simple yet great tote, you can choose any colors of reed to color your basket. You will learn how to add a lattice bottom. Carry all your knitting or paperwork or favorite project anywhere you need to go with this woven tote. You…

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Intro to Chip Carving – March 23 & 24, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 9:00AM—5:00PM

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

Join Wesley Hathaway for an introduction to chip carving. The goal of this class is to provide you with the fundamental skills of chip carving to allow you to tackle projects on your own. During this two-day class, we will cover topics that include but are not limited to wood grain, sharpening, design/patterns, carving, and…

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Alcohol Ink Flowers (Ages 16+) March 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 10:30AM—12:30PM

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

How you ever wanted to create beautiful flowers but thought it would be too hard? Alcohol Ink painting is more abstract which gives you the freedom to paint without rules. Beware – it is addictive! You will learn the basics of alcohol ink including: What is Alcohol Ink? How can it be used? What tools…

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Intro to Clogging (Ages 10+) March 23, 2024 (Session 2 of 4)

Mar 23, 2024 9:30AM—10:30AM

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

Clogging is a fun activity for the whole family and provides great exercise! Learn the basic steps of clogging, along with at least three routines. Modern clogging shows similarities to tap, Irish dancing, and Hip Hop. The last class will be a fun opportunity to showcase your new clogging routines for friends and family! *The…

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Community Dare to Repair in Osceola (All Ages) March 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

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

***This event requires NO registration! Just come if you can and enjoy. Molly Sanford and Terry Metz are on a quest to rescue your goods from the landfill. On the last Saturday of the month, join a community of repair-driven folks and learn how to restore items rather than throw them away. Drop in and…

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West African Drumming Ensemble (Ages 12+) March 21, 2024 (Session 2 of 7)

Mar 21, 2024 7:00PM—8:30PM

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

*If you are interested in joining the ensemble, please email info@marinemillsfolkschool.org for more information.  Expand knowledge of hand-drumming technique for djembe and kpanlogo drums, bells, shakers, and stick drums; create full textures of rhythms in traditional West-African genres, and how the layers of rhythms work together to create a conversation. When you sign up for…

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Community Knit Night (All Ages) March 19, 2024

Mar 19, 2024 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

***This event requires NO registration! Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start. If you don’t knit, bring your crochet or embroidery, spinning, or weaving. Find a new friend or meet up with an old one and enjoy…

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Community Needle-Felting Night – March 19, 2024

Mar 19, 2024 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

***Registration is not required for this event, but you can register to let us know you’re coming.  Need some help or care to share your 3-dimensional needle felting project? Want to try out some simple needle-felting techniques? If you’re currently working on a project or have never tried needle felting, this is an opportunity to learn…

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(Waitlist) Pysanky-Ukrainian Egg Decoration (Ages 12+) March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 9:00AM—1:00PM

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

It is time to learn the art of making Pysanky – Ukrainian decorated eggs! Using beeswax and dyes applied in layers, students will create amazing, beautiful eggs, perfect for special gifts or ornaments. Just think how happy your friends and family will be to receive this handmade gift! The term ‘pysanky’ is of Eastern European-Slavic…

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(Waitlist) Intro to Spinning on a Wheel – March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 9:30AM—3:30PM

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

Learn to spin wool on a wheel and leave class with a skein of your own handmade yarn. Join Sharon Knutson from Knitting My Way Home and learn the basics of spinning wool into yarn. Sharon will provide you with the knowledge to begin or continue your life-long exploration of the art of spinning wool. This…

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Make Your Own Soap (Ages 10+) March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

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

Learn to make all-natural soap with John Hanson, owner/maker of the Longfellow Soap Company. ***Due to the use of lye (used as it has been for over 5,000 years in soap making), part of the class will be a demonstration, but the class also includes a hands-on section with attendee participation. Each student will take…

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(Waitlist) Intro to Band Weaving on an Inkle Loom – March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 10:00AM—3:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

Band loom weaving is easier than you may think and it is a great way to start weaving. There are endlessly fascinating weavings that can be created on an Inkle loom. The bands woven on an Inkle loom are versatile and very useful. This type of weaving has been around for centuries.  In this class, you…

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Intro to Talismanic Embroidery – March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 10:00AM—2:00PM

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

Talismans are objects believed to be imbued with magical properties. They can guide, empower, and protect the user. This 4-hour Talismanic Embroidery class will delve into the rich history and intricate art of talismanic embroidery. The course is designed to provide a hands-on experience, allowing you to learn and practice various embroidery techniques to create…

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Community Bridge Club (All Ages) March 16, 2024

Mar 16, 2024 9:00AM—11:30AM

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

***Please register if you plan to attend Bridge Club so the host knows you’re coming. *** Community Bridge Club is ongoing and welcomes players with minimal to experienced knowledge of the game. There is no official instruction, however, everyone is friendly, helpful to one another and enjoys playing bridge in a very relaxed atmosphere. Players gather twice monthly when they can. Host, Joan,…

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Intro to Clogging (Ages 10+) March 16, 2024 (Session 1 of 4)

Mar 16, 2024 9:30AM—10:30AM

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

Clogging is a fun activity for the whole family and provides great exercise! Learn the basic steps of clogging, along with at least three routines. Modern clogging shows similarities to tap, Irish dancing, and Hip Hop. The last class will be a fun opportunity to showcase your new clogging routines for friends and family! *The…

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Intro to Soma Yoga Practice – March 16, 2024 (Session 2 of 6)

Mar 16, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

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

Soma yoga is a very gentle and slow-paced practice to decrease tension in chronically tight areas, focusing on alignment and stability when finding our classic asanas (yoga poses). This is a great practice to “reset” our bodies for improved mobility, stability and function. Learn a series of gentle somatic movements to relieve tension in chronically tight…

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West African Drumming Ensemble (Ages 12+) March 14, 21, & 28, April 4, 11, 18, & 25

Mar 14, 2024 7:00PM—8:30PM

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

Expand knowledge of hand-drumming technique for djembe and kpanlogo drums, bells, shakers, and stick drums; create full textures of rhythms in traditional West-African genres, and how the layers of rhythms work together to create a conversation. When you sign up for the West African Drumming Ensemble, you’ll be registered for 8 drumming sessions with no…

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(Waitlist) Watercolor Batiks: Playing with Patterns – March 9, 2024

Mar 09, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

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

Try your hand at watercolor batik, a modern twist on the ancient Javanese art of batik. You don’t need to know watercolor technique or even how to draw — you’ll work from an image traced onto rice paper and then use melted wax and watercolor to create a final work of art. In this version…

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