Hands-on learning for the curious & creative.
Roll up your sleeves and try something new. Step into Green Door Folk School, in Cedar, Michigan, where life-long-learners come together to build, grow, and explore. Rooted in the folk school tradition, we offer hands-on workshops that connect folks to passions, new or old, the land, and each other.
Classes & Events
Events
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Nic Gareiss: Solo Square Dance @ The Mill
The Mill Glen Arbor 5440 W Harbor Hwy, Glen Arbor, MIEnjoy a living room style folk dance show by Nic
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Green Door Folk School Barn Dance
6800 N Long Lake Road Traverse City, MI 49685 6800 N Long Lake Road, Traverse City, Michigan, United StatesFriday, February 20, 7 PM – 9 PM. Beginner Lesson at 6:30 PM 6800 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685 Join us Friday, February 20, at Gilbert Lodge […]
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Yarn Making: Introduction to Drop Spindles
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn the ancient art of making yarn by hand using simple tools. In this two-day class, you’ll explore the basics of spinning on a drop spindle, transform raw fleece into […]
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Creative Darning and Mending
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesAdd some new life to well-loved clothing using basic darning and mending techniques! Students can bring some of their own clothes to darn and mend using tools and supplies provided […]
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Notes and Lessons from Minnesota
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesCome join Riley Kleve, teaching fiber artist and Minneapolis resident, for an evening presentation on notes and lessons learned from Minneapolis. Minnesota has mounted a beautiful resistance against political violence, incorporating […]
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Willow Talk
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesHybrid EventJoin Green Door Folk School for an evening presentation on growing willow from instructor Beth Bridgeman. Learn about the practice of growing willow. According to Beth, it’s easy and well […]
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Asymmetrical Willow Baskets
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesIn this two-day workshop, you will make your own beautiful, unique, asymmetrical basket. Suitable for willing beginners and also for those who have made a basket before. You can use […]
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Open Studio
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesJoin us for Open Studio at Green Door, the first Wednesday of each month from 8 am to 8 pm. Use our studio space with tables, chairs, focused lighting, and […]
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Introduction to Hand Sewing
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn the basics of sewing by hand for a variety of uses in this half-day mini course. Have you ever wanted to do some basic mending? Would you like to create […]
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Sustainable Fly Tying
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesLearn the craft of fly tying in a region with a wealth of freshwater streams and rivers! Go beyond the sport of fly fishing. Discover the world of hand-sourcing and […]
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Intro to Leatherwork
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesIn this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills needed to approach the craft of hand sewn leatherwork. You’ll begin by creating a pattern, selecting your leather, and stitching a small […]
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Storycraft – Storytelling Workshop
Green Door Folk School 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI, United StatesJoin storyteller and coach Shea Petaja for a hands-on, heart-centered day of crafting stories that connect, move, and matter. Whether you’re re-writing the stories you tell yourself, building storytelling skills […]
Our InstructorsLearn from friends & neighbors. Our instructors are a crew of passionate artists, dedicated naturalists & engaging storytellers, eager to pass on their knowledge to others.
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