Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit. Enjoy stories, puppet shows, crafts, hands-on activities, snack, and outdoor discovery time. Dress for the weather as the majority of class will be outdoors. Online registration required at woodlakenaturecenter.org. $10 per child; $7 per additional […]
Elpis Enterprises is proud to offer a DIY Build-A-Birdfeeder workshop at Wood Lake. In this workshop, Elpis Enterprises staff will guide the participants in how to use jigs to place their bird feeder kit. Participants will then put hammer to nail and fully assemble their bird feeder created from reclaimed cedar fence that was headed […]
Just in time for Mother's Day on May 14! Register as a pair and bring a child or grandchild (age 5-12) to paint alongside you and create a beautiful canvas together. Class instruction led by Cheers Pablo, so no painting experience necessary. Everything is provided; just come and paint! Includes cookies and beverages. Preregistration required […]
Extend the life of your favorite worn-out, scuffed, or stained clothing pieces by mastering mending techniques that will keep your wearables out of the landfill and in your closet. It doesn't hurt that they're decorative, too! Materials provided. In partnership with the Textile Center; free.
Shop through two floors of local artists, crafters, and other creative artisans at the Annual Fall Boutique. Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a hand-stitched quilt, lovingly made by the Quilters Club at the Richfield Community Center. Explore a variety of handmade goods, enjoy some live music, and your little ones can have […]
Enjoy making beautiful candles using sheets of pure beeswax that you roll by hand around a wick. Beeswax is a natural product that burns completely and doesn't drip or smoke. They are fun and easy to make, look and smell great, and make fantastic homemade holiday gifts! Clear plastic gift bags and curly ribbon are […]
Make a sweet holiday memory! Build and decorate a gingerbread and candy house. Colorful houses make a great decoration during the holiday season! Online registration at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. $3/person; free for members, plus $15 per house.
Learn how to use alcohol ink, nails, and a little magic to create beautiful dragonflies and butterflies with translucent wings during this class! You will have the opportunity to make two dragonflies and four butterflies. This is a great gift idea for the holidays! Instructor: Michelle Schick from Phenomenal Lass Designs. Ages 5 and up. […]
Traditional Mexican embroidery, known as Tenango, can be used to add texture and color to your embroidery projects. Learn different Tenango embroidery stitches--including Otomi, Chamula, and Tzotzil--each with their own texture and style, and create your own embroidered napkin. Materials provided. This program is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For kids 1st grade and up, and their families. Using your hands and brightly-colored, super chunky recycled yarn, learn how to knit and crochet ropes to decorate your favorite room, stitch them together for a scarf, or turn them into fun little creatures. Materials provided. This program is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and […]
