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Sätergläntan Visiting Instructors June 2023

Posted January 20, 2023

2023's Wooden Boat Show celebrates the 100th birthday of Sätergläntan with courses taught by visiting instructors from the Swedish handcraft school.

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Community Cooking with the Cook County Co-op

Posted January 17, 2023

North House and the Co-op have joined forces to teach three flavorful cooking classes this spring. Don't miss this chance to learn new tastes and techniques!

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Introducing Wesley Hathaway

Posted December 14, 2022
by Wesley Hathaway

Wesley started "ADP" (Artisan Development Program) back in September. His first blog post gives an introduction and lays out what he plans on doing for his time in this program at North House.

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Introducing Delaney Keshena

Posted November 30, 2022
by Delaney Keshena (they/them) - Menomini

In their introductory blog post, resident artisan Delaney Keshena discusses their path to the Artisan Development Program and the paths that lie ahead. 

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But what is your financial goal with all of this?

Posted November 16, 2022
by Nate White

Artisan in Residence Nate White writes on pursuing craft without stifling the ever-present urge to create, by questioning the role capitalism and consumerism play in daily life.

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North Shore Swing Band December

Posted November 4, 2022

Jingle and jive into the holiday season with a festive performance by the North Shore Swing Band! Free, in North House Folk School’s Blue Building. Thursday, December 8 from 6-8pm


 

Shavings Fall 2022 Issue Out

Posted November 3, 2022

The latest Shavings newsletter is here. Check it out for timely updates on North House, heartening thoughts from former Interns and volunteers, and advice on charitable giving.

2022 Funder Appreciation

Posted November 2, 2022

North House depends on the gracious support of its members and foundation partners. Read more for an update on all the generous gifts that have helped us flourish and fulfill our mission in 2022.

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Family Weekend 2022 Recap

Posted November 1, 2022

Over MEA Weekend, October 21-23, campus brimmed with families enjoying the school break by participating in local activities including North House’s Family Weekend.

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Thoreau's Cabin Up for Auction

Posted October 28, 2022

The Thoreau's Cabin completed by an industrious group of students led by instructor Randy Schnobrich is up for auction! It's a small building with big potential. Read on for more photos and information.