Events from November 14 – August 12 — Sleeping Bear Forever https://phsb.org/events/ Partners with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:25:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 9739630 Holiday Harmonica https://phsb.org/event/harmonica-101/ Sat, 14 Nov 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=16439 Learn the history and how to play the harmonica!

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]]> 16439 Pine Needle Ornament Workshop https://phsb.org/event/pine-needle-ornament-workshop/ Fri, 11 Dec 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17036 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.

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]]> 17036 Birding in Sleeping Bear Dunes: Birding Basics for Beginners https://phsb.org/event/birding-in-sleeping-bear-dunes-birding-basics-for-beginners/ Sat, 24 Apr 2027 14:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17256 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!

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]]> 17256 Birding in Sleeping Bear Dunes : Piping Plovers, Endangered Species and the Miracle of Migration https://phsb.org/event/birding-in-sleeping-bear-dunes-piping-plovers-endangered-species-and-the-miracle-of-migration/ Sat, 01 May 2027 14:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17400 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.

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]]> 17400 Intro to Leather 10-2:30 https://phsb.org/event/intro-to-leather-10-230/ Thu, 03 Jun 2027 14:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=16346 This beginner-friendly class will introduce you to the art of hand-sewing leather and canvas using a sewing awl. You will learn basic leather working skills while making a small pouch-style project and also a small wallet completely by hand. 

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]]> 16346 Exploring Indigo Dyeing https://phsb.org/event/exploring-indigo-dyeing/ Sat, 19 Jun 2027 14:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=16952 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!

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]]> 16952 Sleeping Bear Dulcimer Workshop https://phsb.org/event/sleeping-bear-dulcimer-workshop/ Sat, 19 Jun 2027 14:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17248 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!

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]]> 17248 The Art of Sustainable Paper Making https://phsb.org/event/intro-to-papermaking-2-5-pm-2/ Fri, 25 Jun 2027 18:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=16360 You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home! 

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]]> 16360 The Art Of Sustainable Paper Making https://phsb.org/event/the-art-of-sustainable-paper-making/ Thu, 12 Aug 2027 18:00:00 +0000 https://phsb.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=17261 You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home! 

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