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  • Intro to Papermaking 2-5 pm

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

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

    $100.00

  • Happiness Hikes: Good Harbor Beach 9 am

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    Good Harbor Beach at Bohemian Rd.

    Experience some of the most beautiful places in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in a whole new way  – through our guided Happiness Hikes.

  • Window Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us at our weekly window workshops and be a part of the preservation of a treasured park resource.

  • Harmonica 101

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Learn the history and how to play the harmonica!

    $75

  • Knitting the Lakeshore: Tunisian Crochet

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    REGISTER COURSE OVERVIEW: We're featuring Toni Lipsey's 'Bestie Scarf' Pattern for this Lean To Tunisian Crochet class‑‑loud and proud and just the right vibe for learning a new skill in […]

    $65

  • Window Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us at our weekly window workshops and be a part of the preservation of a treasured park resource.

  • Intro to Leather 10-2:30

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    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. 

    $100.00

  • Knitting the Lakeshore: Fiber Tasting 5:30-7:30 pm

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Gather around the table for an evening of wool, conversation, and steady hands. In this beginner-friendly knitting workshop, you’ll learn foundational stitches while creating something useful and lasting.

    $65.00

  • Knitting the Lakeshore: Mosaic Knitting Basics 5:30-7:30 pm

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Gather around the table for an evening of wool, conversation, and steady hands. In this beginner-friendly knitting workshop, you’ll learn foundational stitches while creating something useful and lasting.

    $65.00

  • Port Oneida Run

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us for the 14th Annual Port Oneida Run/Walk fundraiser. Half Marathon - 10K - Fast and Flat 5K Raise funds for historic preservation in Sleeping Bear Dunes!

  • Window Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us at our weekly window workshops and be a part of the preservation of a treasured park resource.

  • “Stepping Off the Boat”: Stories from North Manitou

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    Glen Haven Cannery & Boat Museum 5291 Glen Haven Road, Glen Haven, MI, United States

    Come hear the fascinating stories of North Manitou Island from longtime islander Susan Wasserman and her book, "Stepping Off the Boat"

  • Port Oneida Fair

    Port Oneida Rural Histoic District 4 miles N. of Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    Step back in time at the two-day Port Oneida Fair to experience life as it was in the late 1800s and early 1900s. A family-friendly event showcasing the traditional skills […]

  • Happiness Hikes: Alligator Hill Trail 9 am

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    Alligator Hill Trail Glen Arbor

    Experience some of the most beautiful places in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in a whole new way  – through our guided Happiness Hikes.

    $25.00

  • Window Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us at our weekly window workshops and be a part of the preservation of a treasured park resource.

  • Happiness Hikes: Esch Beach 9 am

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    Esch Beach GPS coordinates: 44.7633, -86.0758, Honor

    Experience some of the most beautiful places in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in a whole new way  – through our guided Happiness Hikes.

  • Window Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin

    Port Oneida Heritage Center 3164 W. Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI, United States

    Join us at our weekly window workshops and be a part of the preservation of a treasured park resource.

  • Katie Shepard

    Project: Katie Shepard Hotel on NMI

    Volunteers should expect to spend 3-7 days on North Manitou Island. Transportation will be provided by boat from Leland. Multiple painting and carpentry projects will be completed.

  • Happiness Hikes: Sunset Shores Beach 7:30 pm

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    Sunset Shores Beach Port Oneida

    Experience some of the most beautiful places in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in a whole new way  – through our guided Happiness Hikes.

  • Basketmaking

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Make your own unique basket for your needs or that gift for someone special.

  • Intro to Papermaking 2-5 pm

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

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

    $100.00

  • Farm To Table Dinners

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    Burfiend Farm 2046 South Port Oneida Road, Maple City, MI, United States

    Set in the open fields of the historic Burfiend Farm, guests will gather to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal by a local chef, featuring seasonal ingredients and regional flair. Surrounded […]

  • Woodworking: Shaving Horse

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Let's build together a shaving horse, a basic tool that will allow you to make many handcrafted projects!

  • Flax to Linen – 2 workshops 9 – 3:30

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Use traditional flax processing equipment to create a “strick” of flax, which can then be spun into linen yarn

    $125.00

  • Intro to Rug Hooking 101 9/23 and 9/30 1-4 pm

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Students will learn the basics of primitive rug hooking including tools and techniques while completing a small decorative mat.

    $100.00

  • Woodworking: 3-legged stool

    Thoreson Farm 3694 S. Thoreson Rd., Port Oneida Rural Historic District

    Starting with a shaving horse, craft your one-of-a-kind 3-legged stool for your home, workshop or a surprise gift! Date to be confirmed. Details to come...

  • Path to Page: Hiking & Writing Date TBD

    With the beautiful surroundings and oral history of the farms as your inspiration, along with guidance and instruction from Anne-Marie, you will have the opportunity to write and share some creative prose.