May

Current & Upcoming

Introduction to West African Drumming (In-Person, Intergenerational) April 15, 22, 29 & May 6

Apr 15, 2023 2:00PM—3:00PM

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

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Join instructor Janice Hunton for a hands-on lesson in West-African drumming. Learn hand-drumming technique for djembe and kpanlogo drums, discover traditional West-African rhythms and how the layers of rhythms work together to create a conversation. This class will take place on 4 consecutive Saturdays, for one hour each time: April 15 April 22 April 29 May 6…

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Tuesday Knit Night (In-Person) May 2, 2023

May 02, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

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***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** 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…

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FREE Community Dare to Repair (In-Person) May 6, 2023

May 06, 2023 9:00AM—12:00PM

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

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

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Anyone Can Draw! Travel Sketching (In-Person) May 6, 2023

May 06, 2023 9:00AM—2:00PM

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

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Learn to draw and get more out of traveling! ‘Moment sketching’ is capturing the moment, expressing how you feel about what you are observing and sketching. It’s the perfect approach for traveling, as it will help you become more observant and expand your traveling experience. A wise man once said the only way to learn…

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Botanical Printing On Paper (In-Person) May 6, 2023

May 06, 2023 10:00AM—2:30PM

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

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Botanical printing or eco printing is a direct-contact printing technique. This technique uses heat to transfer pigments and tannins in leaves and flowers to paper or cloth. In this class, you will experiment with leaves and flowers on a variety of papers that could later be used for collage, cards, bookbinding, and other art projects. …

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Nordic Block Printing (In-Person) May 6, 2023

May 06, 2023 9:00AM—3:00PM

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

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In this class, students will learn to carve simple nordic-inspired designs on linoleum blocks and use permanent fabric inks to print the design on their fabric. By using a variety of design elements and shapes and colors in the printing process, a simple design can become a unique work of art for the table or…

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Beginning Primitive Rug Hooking, (In-Person) May 6, 2023

May 06, 2023 9:00AM—3:00PM

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

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Students will learn rug hooking with wool fabric strips on a linen backing to create a beautiful landscape design. Topics covered will include: hooking straight and curved lines; using hard and soft edges; and understanding atmospheric perspective. At the end of the day, students will leave with a hooked 4-by-6-inch landscape ready to be framed,…

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Weave a Scarf on a Rigid Heddle Loom (In Person) May 7 & 20, 2023

May 07, 2023 10:00AM—3:00PM

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

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Create a woven scarf on a rigid heddle loom! In this two-session workshop, learn to warp a loom, wind a shuttle, hem stitch, weave and discuss troubleshooting on the first day. During the second session learn several fringe options and how to wet finish. Discuss how to plan for future projects on the loom including determining…

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Tuesday Knit Night (In-Person) May 9, 2023

May 09, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

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***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** 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…

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Free! Bluegrass Jam Session (In-Person) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 10:00AM—12:00PM

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

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***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** 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,…

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Crochet a Rope Basket (In-Person) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 10:00AM—1:00PM

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

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Join knit and crochet designer Cara Corey for a beginning crochet class, in which you will learn how to construct a sturdy basket with leather handles (perfect for storing craft supplies, toys or other household items) with felted wool rope and your fingers rather than a crochet hook. No crochet experience is required. These baskets…

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Free! Open Carving Session (In-Person) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 10:00AM—12:00PM

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

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***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** Calling all wood carvers! Join us in creating a local community of carvers, to share knowledge, help each other, and make friends with other woodcarving artists. Free to anyone who is interested! Local carver…

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Forest Therapy Walk (In-Person, Intergenerational) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 1:30PM—3:30PM

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

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Join your guide Christine Shoemaker of Sky Meets Water Forest Therapy for a healing walk in the woods at William O’Brien State Park. Participants will explore their senses, breathing, childlike playfulness, and grounding techniques. The class will conclude with a tea ceremony.  What is Forest Therapy? Forest Therapy, or “Forest Bathing”, is a research-based framework…

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Alcohol Ink Flowers (In-Person, Intergenerational) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 10:30AM—12:30PM

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

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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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Beginning Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet (In-Person) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 11:00AM—3:00PM

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

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Students will learn the ancient Japanese braiding technique, Kumihimo with a modern twist….BEADS! It is easy to learn and quick to master. Kumihimo is a very versatile handcraft. It can be done as fiber-only braid, or with beads, stones, shells, etc. added for texture and color. It can be used to make jewelry from dressy…

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Intro to Mosaic with Love for Mom (In-Person) May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 12:00PM—3:00PM

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

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Learn how to nip dishware (not fine china) and fit pieces into the provided wood heart form. Instructor Judy Sell will also provide 4 assorted tile nipper styles to experiment with, adhesive, dishes and grout (for you to finish at home). Feel free to bring a dish, mug, or some keepsakes of Mom’s to include.  Students…

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Tuesday Knit Night (In-Person) May 16, 2023

May 16, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM

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

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***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** 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…

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Challenge Yourself Series: Understanding Brioche (In-Person) May 20, 2023

May 20, 2023 9:30AM—1:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine Street Marine on St. Croix, MN 55115

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Brioche is unequalled for its lofty texture and distinctive ribbed appearance. As if that’s not enough, it’s reversible. But it’s also mysterious! Even experienced knitters often have trouble grasping it. However, as a teacher experienced in teaching brioche, Liz presents all the information, secret tips, and guidance knitters need to learn it — without struggling!…

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Make a Wooden Flute (In-Person) May 20, 2023

May 20, 2023 9:00AM—12:00PM

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

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Learn how to craft a custom wooden flute with instructor Charlie Prokop, president of the Minnesota Woodturners Association. Students will learn how a flute works, is constructed, and some history of flutes around the world. They will receive materials and instruction on how to make a flute. Your instructor will provide the following materials: 2 prepared…

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Beginning Spinning on a Wheel (In-Person) May 20, 2023

May 20, 2023 9:30AM—3:30PM

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

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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 the art of spinning wool. This class is for beginners and others who…

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Make Your Own Soap (In-Person, Intergenerational) May 20, 2023

May 20, 2023 10:00AM—12:30PM

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

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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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