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Classes at Sauder Village
Whether you’re mastering new skills, sharpening existing ones, or spending quality time with your family, our wide range of classes will spark your creativity. Throughout the year, we offer learning experiences for all ages and skill levels. Our experienced instructors include both talented Sauder Village staff and visiting artists.
Did you know we offer a selection of classes on demand? Do you want to learn to spin or make a broom or a basket? Call or email us and we can set something up! Deb.ridgway@saudervillage.org 1.800.590.9755 X 3076
Featured Classes:
Valentine Soaps
February 7th, 2026
Grab your Galentine and join us making soap! Students will use a melt and pour all-natural goat milk soap base to craft your own signature...
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Pen & Prose Workshop
February 7th, 2026
In this facilitated workshop, students are given time-limited writing prompts that they will read and receive feedback on the strengths noticed in each other’s writing....
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Homeschool Family Swim Day
February 10th, 2026
We invite homeschool families to come and use the pool at the Heritage Inn on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the Month from 10:00...
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Grateful Block of the Month
February 10th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
February 10th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Braided Whisk Broom
February 11th, 2026
Celebrate National Broom Day with master broom maker, Nancy Lewis! Join us for a hands-on class guiding you through the steps to making a small...
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Braided Broom Scrubbers
February 14th, 2026
Celebrate National Broom Day with master broom maker, Nancy Lewis! Join us for a hands-on class guiding you through the steps to making either a...
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Monthly Rug Hook-In
February 14th, 2026
Join fellow rug hookers on the 2nd Saturday of the month for an informal hook-in! Bring your latest project or the one that's been in...
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Dueling Pianos Fundraiser
February 14th, 2026
This event is postponed until later in the year. Check back for the rescheduled date! Grab your sweetheart, galentines or a group of friends...
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Winter Adventure – Preschool Story Time
February 16th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy winter-time exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Toddler and Me Swim
February 17th, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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Toddler and Me Swim
February 17th, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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Homeschool Family Swim Day
March 10th, 2026
We invite homeschool families to come and use the pool at the Heritage Inn on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the Month from 10:00...
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Grateful Block of the Month
March 10th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
March 10th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Toledo Symphony Concert at Founder’s Hall
March 12th, 2026
Tickets on Sale starting January 7 6:45 p.m. doors open 7:30 p.m. performance The Black Swamp Arts Council and Sauder Village welcome the Toledo Symphony...
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Saturday Sampler
March 14th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Monthly Rug Hook-In
March 14th, 2026
Join fellow rug hookers on the 2nd Saturday of the month for an informal hook-in! Bring your latest project or the one that's been in...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
March 14th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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St. Patrick’s Karaoke Celebration
March 14th, 2026
We’re hosting a festive St. Patty’s celebration in our 1920s Theatre and Speakeasy — And you're invited! Join us for a night of karaoke, dancing...
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Toddler and Me Swim
March 17th, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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Toddler and Me Swim
March 17th, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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St. Patrick’s Day Adventure – Preschool Story Time
March 17th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story,...
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Saturday Sampler
April 11th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Homeschool Family Swim Day
April 14th, 2026
We invite homeschool families to come and use the pool at the Heritage Inn on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the Month from 10:00...
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Grateful Block of the Month
April 14th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
April 14th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Spring Adventure – Preschool Story Time
April 20th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy spring-time exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Toddler and Me Swim
April 21st, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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49th Annual Quilt Show
April 29th, 2026
Our oldest and most popular event returns for its 49th year. See our breathtaking display of original quilts! Watch demonstrations and enjoy special exhibits including...
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49th Annual Quilt Show
April 30th, 2026
Our oldest and most popular event returns for its 49th year. See our breathtaking display of original quilts! Watch demonstrations and enjoy special exhibits including...
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49th Annual Quilt Show
May 1st, 2026
Our oldest and most popular event returns for its 49th year. See our breathtaking display of original quilts! Watch demonstrations and enjoy special exhibits including...
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49th Annual Quilt Show
May 2nd, 2026
Our oldest and most popular event returns for its 49th year. See our breathtaking display of original quilts! Watch demonstrations and enjoy special exhibits including...
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Quilts and Needlework with Debbie
May 2nd, 2026
Join us for a morning of inspiration, quilts and fellowship with Debbie Wick and her trunk show treasures! Debbie Wick has enjoyed embroidery since an...
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Saturday Sampler
May 9th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Homeschool Family Swim Day
May 12th, 2026
We invite homeschool families to come and use the pool at the Heritage Inn on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the Month from 10:00...
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Grateful Block of the Month
May 12th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
May 12th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
May 16th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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American Flag Adventure – Preschool Story Time
May 18th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy our American Flag exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing...
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Toddler and Me Swim
May 19th, 2026
Join us for a special public opportunity to use the Sauder Heritage Inn Pool: Toddler and Me Open Swim! • For children ages 0-5, plus...
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Grateful Block of the Month
June 9th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
June 9th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Saturday Sampler
June 13th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
June 20th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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America’s Birthday Adventure – Preschool Story Time
June 29th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to celebrate America's birthday with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs and...
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Saturday Sampler
July 11th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Grateful Block of the Month
July 14th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
July 14th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
July 18th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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Summer Adventure – Preschool Story Time
July 27th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to to enjoy summer-time exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some...
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Saturday Sampler
August 8th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Classes at Rug Hooking Week 2026
August 11th, 2026
Rug Hooking Week connects students of all ages and stages with internationally-acclaimed teachers. In 2026 we offer multi-day classes, 1-day and evening workshops, along with...
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Primitive and Folk-Art Rugs
August 11th, 2026
This is an open class focused on primitive patterns, colors, and utilizing wider cut textured wools to achieve the feel of old rugs. Keep in...
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Discover the Magic of Mixed Wool Techniques
August 11th, 2026
Learn how to create dimensional effects hooking with mixed cut sizes, wool types (dyed and plaid) and, when the opportunity presents, the magic of creative...
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Celtic Knots
August 11th, 2026
This 3-day class will be broken into six sessions allowing each student to hook a 12” square Celtic knot pattern of their choice. Students will...
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All About You
August 11th, 2026
Stuck on a project? Not sure what the next step is toward completion? Perhaps you’ve been wanting to try something new and stretch your knowledge...
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Create Contemporary Wall Art
August 11th, 2026
Students will use flexible copper pipe as a frame for their orb then stretch and stitch foundation cloth around the piping. A wide variety of...
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Be Creative with Creative Stitches
August 11th, 2026
Students will create a sampler using Creative Stitches, which are an adaptation of needlepoint and crewel stitches. In class, students will learn how to hook...
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Optical Geometry in Log Cabin Variations
August 11th, 2026
Students will explore 10 different log cabin variations including Courthouse Steps, Barn Raising, Fields and Furrows, Flying Geese, Bow Tie, Pinwheel, Half Log Cabin, Pineapple,...
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Structured Weekender Bag
August 11th, 2026
Students will design their very own hooked weekend-sized carpetbag. This workshop will help students design a motif for their bag using Susan’s base pattern, transfer...
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Short Story Sheep
August 11th, 2026
Small things delight people, young and old alike! Come enjoy a relaxing class where we will create a tiny (1:12 doll house scale) wooly world...
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Grateful Block of the Month
August 11th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
August 11th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Let’s Dye without Dye
August 12th, 2026
During this evening of dye pot fun, students will use a tie dye technique with silk ties to transform recycled and new wool into one-of-a-kind...
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August 13th, 2026
Time to get those problem projects out of the closet and get them finished! With this evening workshop, Lisanne will help students with what they...
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Design your own Fraktur/Folk Art Pattern
August 13th, 2026
Design your own unique fraktur/folk art rug hooking pattern. Commemorate a birth, wedding, anniversary, or just have fun creating a whimsical, playful rug that will...
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Sheep Applique on Sliding Lid Box
August 13th, 2026
In this class, students will applique a sheep and pennies using hand dyed wool onto a piece of hand-dyed linen. Add a row of decorative...
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Primitive Candy Cane
August 13th, 2026
Students will select from a variety of wools to create the greenery and holly leaves and will have the option to add an additional candy...
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Transcolor Dyeing with Pro-Chem Dyes
August 13th, 2026
Back in the early 1980s, I learned to do transcolor dyeing from Bea Christoff, who perfected this dye method. She used the old W. Cushing...
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Bloomin’ Heart Pocket
August 14th, 2026
This class will teach a variety of techniques to make dimensional flowers and leaves to fill their Bloomin’ Heart Pocket. Techniques include couching, prodding, standing...
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William Morris – Brother Rabbit, Brother Bird
August 14th, 2026
William Morris is iconic, refined and wonderful. With the guidance of Lisanne Miller of W. Cushing & Co., students will learn how to hook a...
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Hooking with Transcolor Dyed Wool
August 14th, 2026
Students will choose between two small patterns – a maple leaf or pears with leaves. The pattern may be hooked in students’ choice of colors,...
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Integrating Mixed Media Into Your Rug Hooking
August 14th, 2026
Students will meet one-on-one via Zoom with instructor prior to class to draw a design using digital tools. The instructor will work with each student...
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Expressive Mini Landscapes
August 14th, 2026
This workshop will cover everything you need to know to get started hooking landscapes with mixed materials. During this class we will cover the basics...
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Denim Jacket Embellishment
August 14th, 2026
Students will learn how to insert a piece of foundation cloth to the back panel of a denim jacket. They will then transfer their pattern...
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From Photograph to Pattern
August 15th, 2026
Students will learn how to use a grid with a photo to enlarge an image and draw it on paper. Then using their own 8”...
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Beginning Rug Hooking
August 15th, 2026
Rug Hooking for Beginners is an introductory course into the traditional North American craft of rug hooking. This class will teach the original technique used...
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The Secret Message
August 15th, 2026
Personalize your heirloom with a secret message. Students will learn the process of creating a secret message that cannot be seen on the front of...
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Intro to Punch Needle Rug Hooking
August 15th, 2026
Have you been wanting to try punch needle rug hooking? This class is designed for you. In this one-day class you will learn all the...
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The Last Act – Finishing
August 15th, 2026
Finishing the rug is the one process many of us do not look forward to. But it is one of the most important parts of...
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Garden Adventure – Preschool Story Time
August 31st, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy garden exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Grateful Block of the Month
September 8th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Grateful Block of the Month Evening Session
September 8th, 2026
Join us for a Block of the Month at the Sauder Village Quilt Shop, held the second Tuesday of the month starting in January and...
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Saturday Sampler
September 12th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
September 19th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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Fall Adventure – Preschool Story Time
September 28th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy fall exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Saturday Sampler
October 10th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
October 17th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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Halloween Adventure – Preschool Story Time
October 26th, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy Halloween exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Saturday Sampler
November 14th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
November 21st, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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Thanksgiving Adventure – Preschool Story Time
November 23rd, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy Thanksgiving exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Saturday Sampler
December 12th, 2026
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sewing Circle
December 19th, 2026
Join other quilters on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a day of sewing! Bring your latest project or one you've been trying to...
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Christmas Adventure – Preschool Story Time
December 21st, 2026
We invite our little pioneers to bring imagination and curiosity to enjoy Christmas-time exploration with Miss Tammi. We will share a story, sing some songs...
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Saturday Sampler
January 9th, 2027
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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Saturday Sampler
February 13th, 2027
Saturday Sampler will begin on March 14, 2026 and continue for twelve months, ending in February 2027. Strawberry Garden by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree...
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