Events Calendar

Learn the history and how to play the harmonica!

Discover the art of pine needle basketry using locally foraged red pine needles! Learn basic wrapping and stitching techniques while creating two beautiful, fragrant pine needle ornaments to take home.

Discover the joys of birdwatching in this beginner-friendly, hands-on class! Learn to identify local birds using binoculars, eBird, and Merlin Bird ID while exploring bird habitats, seasonal patterns, and ethical birding practices. Head into the field to practice your skills and start your own birding life list!

Discover the birds of Northern Michigan in this hands-on birding experience! Learn birding basics, explore seasonal migration, and take a closer look at the endangered Piping Plover and the conservation efforts protecting these and more special birds in Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Build and play your own instrument in this hands-on dulcimer-making class with Scott Connor! Explore the history and construction of the All-American Mountain Dulcimer while learning the basics of woodworking, sound, and music. Leave with a handcrafted instrument and the joy of making music!

Explore the art of indigo dyeing and shibori folding techniques to create beautiful, unique patterns. Dye a bamboo scarf and bring one additional cotton, linen, bamboo, or silk item to transform!

You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home! 

You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home!