Each workshop is $50 per adult / $25 per youth. Or a full-day pass is $80 for adults / $40 for youth. See details and registration below.
Morning Workshops, Choose One
9am - 11:45am
Learning the Ancient Skill of Bark Basket Making
Instructor: Fuz Sanderson
For thousands of years, people have been making essential items from natural materials that surround them. Learn how to make functional and decorative bark baskets from the tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), a common tree in central North Carolina. Fuz Sanderson, a teacher of traditional earth skills, leads us in a fascinating hands-on experience connecting us with this easy to learn craft. Everyone will go home with at least one tulip bark basket, and also the skills to build more bark baskets.
Spoon Carving, Bowl Making & Green Woodworking
Instructors: Mike Marzano
Join master carver Mike Marzano to learn the ancient craft of greenwood carving with just a few hand tools. Starting with a hatchet, straight knife, hook knife, and a fresh piece of wood make spoons, bowls, chopsticks, and other functional items - only limited by your creativity. Learn a new hobby for enjoyment, therapeutic relaxation, or business. Connect with a vibrant community of makers who also find satisfaction in clever toolplay. All skill levels welcome.
Community Lunch, provided
noon - 1pm
Lunch is included! A key part of the Folk School is community, and sharing a meal is one of the best ways we know of to get to know one another and build community. There are always plenty of options to suit various dietary needs, including gluten free, dairy free, meat free, vegan. If you have particular dietary restrictions that you’d like to share with us, of course just send us a message so that we can be aware of your need so that we can be sure to accommodate it or communicated clearly with you if we think we cannot.
Afternoon Workshop | 1pm - 3:45pm
Green Woodworking Intermediate: Peddle Powered Lathe
Instructor: Mike Marzano
Learn the age-old Woodworking craft of the easy-to-use and efficient Spring-Pole lathe. Master carver Mike Marzano will demonstrate how to apply foot-power to transform raw wood into elegant bowls, legs, spindles, or vases. Work with traditional Woodworking tools to split and shape rough, freshly cut wood into unique works of art. All skill levels welcome.