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Knife Skills are Life Skills with Fred Livesay (Ages 16+) – Sat/Sun February 21 & 22, 2026

Feb 21, 2026 9:00AM—5:00PM

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

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Students will learn 10 to 14 different, but essential knife grips and how to use them effectively carving. In the process you will become comfortable with the use of a knife, safely carving both away and towards yourself. Sharpening knives will be covered in some detail. This two-day class will be interspersed with demonstrations of…

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Carve your Heart Out – Saturday, February 7, 2026

Feb 07, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM

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

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In preparation for Valentine’s Day, take this class and carve hearts for all the loves in your life—or just a few folks near and dear to you! This welcoming workshop is perfect for both beginners and those with some carving experience. You’ll learn to carve wooden hearts while developing useful knife skills that translate into…

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Kitchen Knife Knowhow: Keeping Your Knives Tip-Top – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM

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

Sharp knives are safe knives—easier to use, easier to control, and essential for efficient food preparation. In this class, you’ll learn how to improve your knife-sharpening skills and how to recognize when a blade needs just a quick touch-up versus a full regrind. Participants will explore edge geometry, knife steel types, and various sharpening methods…

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Knife Skills are Life Skills with Fred Livesay (Ages 16+) April 26 & 27, 2025

Apr 26, 2025 9:00AM—Apr 27, 2025 5:00PM

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

Join Fred Livesay in the Wood Shop in April and learn new knife skills. Students will learn 10 to 14 different, but essential knife grips and how to use them effectively carving. In the process you will become comfortable with the use of a knife, safely carving both away and towards yourself. Sharpening knives will be…

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Past | Archive

Community Open Carving Session – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

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

Inkle Loom Band Weaving: Turned Krokbragd – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM

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

Herbal Remedies: Elderberry Syrup and Herbs for Winter Health – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 11:00AM—2:00PM

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

Soma Slow Flow Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 10:30AM—11:30AM

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

Pinecone Decor – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM

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

Kitchen Knife Knowhow: Keeping Your Knives Tip-Top – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM

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