Classes

Join our 8-week Beginning Wheel-Throwing Ceramics class at WHAT Art School to explore the art of creating functional and artistic pottery. Perfect for beginners, this course offers hands-on experience with wheel-throwing techniques, including centering, shaping, trimming, and glazing. Each week, you'll receive personalized instruction and practice creating unique pieces. Whether you're looking to develop new skills or simply explore your creative side, this class provides a supportive environment for growth and artistic expression.

What You’ll Learn:
How to center clay and create basic forms like bowls and mugs.Trimming, surface decoration, and glazing techniques to finish your pieces. The full process of creating functional and artistic pottery!

Class Details: April 9 - May 28 Time: Wednesdays, 6:30–9:30 PM Price: $475 (25 lbs of clay included, additional clay available for purchase) Ages: 16+ (Max class size)
No experience required! You’ll get hands-on practice and personalized instruction in a supportive, creative environment.

Limited spots, so reserve yours now at the link below!
https://whatartschool.com/classes/p/beginner-ceramics-class

Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques 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.

This ensemble meets on Fridays at Christ Lutheran Church (location change!) in Marine on St. Croix from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The ensemble is composed of Intro to West African Drumming students and/or those who have attended a community West African Drumming event.

The bands woven on an Inkle loom are versatile and very useful. This type of weaving has been around for centuries, there are endlessly fascinating weavings that can be created on an Inkle loom.

In this class, students learn basic band weaving skills and weave a patterned plain weave cotton band. At the end of the class, you will leave with a memento from your experience, perhaps a bookmark, keychain, or lanyard, depending on how long a band you decide to weave.

Your instructor will provide the following materials:

99% warped loom (warping is not taught in this class but is briefly discussed).
Shuttle (Pre-Wound and ready to use).
Hardware to finish bands as keychains or lanyards
Written Instructions

Students are asked to bring:

As your class is scheduled over a lunch hour, we highly recommend you bring a lunch or click here to learn about local eating opportunities in the area.

Skill Level

No experience is required.

All materials for the project are provided.  You may just get hooked on the fun of making something beautiful out of upcycled wool!

Instructor Etoile Jensen designs and creates beautiful wool items including wreaths, trivets, bowls, flowers, pine cone arrangements and pin cushions. Her most popular item is a hand-crafted wool rose that can be used as an essential oil diffuser. The beautiful colors and unique textures of wool provide great inspiration for her art.

Her wool creations are made with either repurposed or hand dyed wool. The repurposed wool is sourced from blankets, skirts and coats that she finds at thrift stores and second-hand websites. The hand dyed wool is sourced online or at fiber festivals.

Etoile has been actively creating with wool for 8 years, and has won two blue ribbons for her work at the Minnesota State Fair.

Your instructor will provide all materials needed for class, which include:

Wool for flowers and leaves

3 green sticks for stems

2 pieces of fabric for construction

1 small jar as vase

rice and decoration for top of jar

Students should provide:

SHARP scissors

Hot glue gun with extra glue sticks

Skill Level 
No experience needed.

Age Requirement
Students ages 18 or older are welcome to attend the class.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine Street

Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $50
Materials fee: $15
Total cost: $65

Herbal medicine focuses on herbs to prevent and treat illness and promote health and has been used for centuries by diverse cultures, including Native Americans to people in China, India, and Nepal.

Heather holds this foraging opportunity monthly, April through October. The walk will highlight different plants depending upon time of year, growth and the parts used from each plant. You will learn to make and decant tinctures (herbal remedies taken internally) as well as salves (topical, for use on such things as bee stings, rashes, and scratches), depending upon the plants available each month.

Each month, respectful harvesting of plants and plant parts will be reviewed, plus where to find seasonal plants and safe techniques for producing herbal remedies.

Students are reminded to dress for the weather and to plan on walking about 1.5 hours, with about 30 minutes of inside class time. Class may be postponed if there is heavy rain.

Students are asked to bring:

Collecting bag
Water bottle
Light snacks if needed

Skill level
No experience required

Age Requirement
Students of all ages are welcome to attend this class. Students ages 12 and older need to register and pay. Kids under age 12 can attend for free.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St. Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota 55047

Learn the art of embroidery and the joy of creating something by hand. In this class students will learn to embroider six different stitches from the most basic to a little more challenging. Using only these six stitches, students will learn variations and how to combine stitches to create a colorful floral design. This class will focus on developing craftsmanship, learning technique, and embracing the process. The beauty of handmade is to see the maker’s hand in the work. The finished design is 5 inches in diameter; a 6 inch wooden hoop is included to use during stitching and as a frame for the final finished piece. Stitches covered will be: French knot, feather stitch, fishbone stitch, detached chain stitch, woven circle, straight stitch, and quilter’s knot.
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on class will teach you the fundamentals of embroidery, craftsmanship, and creative expression.

Dates: May 10 & 17 Time: 2:30 - 5:30 PM Location: WHAT Art School, St. Croix Falls

What You’ll Learn:-6 foundational embroidery stitches-Techniques for creating texture & color-How to combine stitches into a floral design-Tips for refining your embroidery style

All materials are included—just bring your creativity!
Limited Spots, register today! https://whatartschool.com/classes/p/embroidery

LIVE YOUR TRUTH YOGA & SAINT CROIX VINEYARDS

Join us in the beautiful Saint Croix Vineyards for a 60 minute all levels vinyasa flow practice led by Live Your Truth Yoga & Lifestyle Director RYT-500 Sarah Cherry.

This experience will include:

Creative and intelligent themes and sequencing honoring function anatomy.
Beginner friendly Breathwork/Pranayama to help you relax and release stress and tension.
Mini Sound Bath Savasana with crystal singing bowls.
A glass of Saint Croix Vineyard wine of your choice. (Dry Red wines are not included)

What to bring:

Your own mat and any props you like to support your practice (blocks/strap/bolster/blanket.)
Water bottle
Dress for outdoor practice in the vineyard.
Sunscreen/bug spray

Please arrive by 9:50am as we will walk to our special practice spot within the vineyard. We will meet near the big red barn building right next to the main parking lot before class.

Sip your favorite SCV wine and let your inner artist out to create something special!

Take your hand painted wine glasses with you and leave the clean up behind!

$40 per person*

*Includes all materials (2 wine glasses, paint, etc.), and your first drink!

Ages 21+ enjoy SCV wine

Ages under 21 or non-wine drinkers enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage

Register: http://acrylicstudio.art/contact

Dive into Jonathan Haidt’s groundbreaking exploration of the youth mental health crisis in this engaging 3-part group study hosted by Stillwater Community Ed. Together, we’ll unpack societal shifts, including smartphones and social media, and we’ll explore practical strategies for fostering resilience.

Dive into Jonathan Haidt’s groundbreaking exploration of the youth mental health crisis in this engaging 3-part group study hosted by Stillwater Community Ed. Together, we’ll unpack societal shifts, including smartphones and social media, and we’ll explore practical strategies for fostering resilience.

(Must be 21+ to participate)
Join our pastry chef for a hands-on sourdough bread making class, paired with a fun drink mixing session! You’ll learn every step of the sourdough process, from mixing your starter to shaping and baking your loaf.

While learning the craft of your bread, nibble on light bites and cocktails provided by our bar team and culinary experts. At the end of the class, take home a starter, a lam, your own loaf of bread.

Painting Party at Saint Croix Vineyards!

Sip your favorite SCV wine and let your inner artist out to create something special!

Take your artwork with you and leave the clean up behind!

Local artists inspire and instruct customers step-by-step to create their finished painting. With our step-by-step instruction method customers without painting experience are at ease.

$45 per person

Ticket includes 1 glass of wine / NA beverage and all supplies needed

Tickets or Call: 612-597-1302

Camp Details:

Who: Ages 7+

What: Kids will learn the basics of sewing and embroidery through hands-on projects that spark creativity and build confidence. Campers will master three foundational stitches—straight, cross, and whip stitch—while creating unique items like embroidery hoop wall hangings, felt stuffies, and personalized canvas pieces.

No need to make design decisions at registration—campers will select their designs during camp, making the process easier for parents and more fun for kids.

Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during breaks.

When: Monday-Friday from 10am - 12:30pm

Camp Details:

Who: Ages 7+

What: Join us for a week of style and creativity, where campers can DIY on-trend jewelry and accessories. It's all about sparkle and self-expression! From custom jewelry and sunglasses to bedazzled backpack charms and compact mirrors, there are no limits to the glam they can achieve.

No need to make design decisions at registration—campers will select their designs during camp, making the process easier for parents and more fun for kids.

Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during breaks.

When: Monday-Friday from 2pm-4:30pm

Tuesdays with Lynette from 5-6pm

A beginner friendly class that focuses on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. A practice of breathwork, gentle poses, and positive affirmations will leave you feeling relaxed and calm.

Lynette is a seasoned yoga practitioner with nearly 40 years of personal practice under her belt. She has been instructing classes since 2004.

Thursdays with Kali from 9-10am

Embody the principles of astrology and Ayurveda via a guided yoga class that reflects the wisdom of the season and the cosmos. Classes combine functional movement, yoga, breathwork, and meditations that support your well-being.

Kali started teaching yoga in 2012. She began her personal practice in 2000. Her holistic approach to wellness and spirituality comes through in her teachings, and she welcomes people of all backgrounds to attend class.

Suggested $15-$20 exchange but nobody will be turned away. Venmo, Cash/Check or online payment are available.  Pre-registration is appreciated but not required.

This course aims to push your boundaries, demystify, and strengthen your unique and beautiful perspective on the natural world, honing it into a skill that will serve you throughout your creative life.

Key components of the workshop include:

Creating your field notes toolbox

Overcoming anxiety and the need for perfection

Experimenting with different materials and approaches

Discovering the natural world that surrounds you

Developing and maintaining a creative habit

Finding or creating a community to support your practice

WHERE WE MEET EACH WEEK:

June 5th: Tamarack Nature Center

June 12th: Vandals-Snail Lakes Regional Park

June 20th: Arcola Bluffs Day Use Area

June 26th: William O'Brien State Park

Hosted by: White Bear Center for the Arts
$118 WBCA Member/$148 Non-WBCA Member
$40 material fee payable to instructor
Adults, All Levels

What to wear: clothing and shoes appropriate for outdoor exploration and art making activities

What to bring: reusable water bottle, light-weight folding chair or blanket, and snacks

Head out to an innovative new space in New Richmond, Wisconsin—Potter’s Without Kilns—for a two-day, hands-on Raku firing with Mark Lusardi. Bring decorative pieces to life with flashy colors and lively crackles when you move them from the red-hot kiln to the combustion chamber where the Raku magic begins. Students should bring six to eight pieces—made of Raku clay, bisque fired, and no larger than a cantaloupe—to glaze before heading to the kiln. Pieces made with even thickness and strong attachments will handle the shocking transformation best.

Note: Students will not have access to NCC’s open studio time unless they are already enrolled in a ten-week spring class at NCC.

Originally growing up on the East Coast, Devin Brown moved to Minnesota in pursuit of the Mississippi River. Brown plans to complete a full source to sea journey of the Mississippi River from Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico. Upon completion, she will be the first Black woman to complete the voyage. Hear about her experience and learn more about her relationship with the River!

Buy Tickets

Tickets are $40 per person and include:

– Beer & wine selections-

-3-course dinner-

-Admission to the keynote presentation-

-Connection & community on beautiful Grindstone Lake!-

All reservations must be paid in full prior to the day of the event.

DINNER MENU
Beer & Wine

Appetizer
Charred Pineapple Salad

Main Course

Beef and Chicken Kabobs

Vegetable and Tempeh Kabobs

Roasted Broccoli

Rice Pilaf

Garlic Bread

Dessert
Rhubarb Crumble Bar

TS Home Studio is bringing its Candle Pouring Experience to Saint Croix Vineyards!

A Scent Consultant will help you create your very own unique fragrance or choose one of our Signature scents. Our class lead will guide you through each step of the candle-pouring process. The class starts at 2pm and  lasts approximately 30-45 minutes. Enjoy yourself at the winery with wine or non-alcoholic beverages while we wait for your candle to dry!

*All candles require 2 hours to cool following the completion before they are available to take home.

Cost: $50

Includes:

1- Glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage

1 - 14oz vessel

1- Wood wick, wick clip, & wick sticker

100% Natural soy wax 50-60 fragrance oil options

*No experience necessary

Purchase tickets (sold through TS Home Studio)

Inspired by special places around the US and around the globe, these stacked bracelets will suit your style and fit your wrist perfectly. Pick beads from our large selection of colors and textures. These bracelets will last for years! Ages 8+ ($34 - $48).

Camp Details:

Who: Ages 7+

What: Get ready for a week of style, sparkle, and self-expression at Pop Star Style Camp! Campers will create dazzling DIY projects like custom jewelry, bedazzled denim (bring your own denim to customize!), and personalized pillows. From Friendship Bracelet Garlands to yarn microphones for karaoke, their creativity will take center stage!

No need to make design decisions at registration—campers will select their designs during camp, making the process easier for parents and more fun for kids.

Campers should bring their own denim and are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during breaks.

When: Monday-Friday from 10am-12:30pm