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Scandinavian Bowl Turning on a Spring Pole Lathe with David Susag

Scandinavian Bowl Turning on a Spring Pole Lathe with David Susag

Well before the industrial period brought us mechanized power lathes, a foot-powered lathe was an important tool for making round and hollow objects such as bowls, cups, plates, furniture, and farm tool parts. These wooden objects ranged from simple and easily replaceable to finely crafted, treasured works of art. Join bowl turner David Susag for […]

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Word Salad: A Literary Open Mic

Word Salad: A Literary Open Mic

Join ArtHaus and Decorah Public Library in celebrating the power of the written word and the magic of storytelling at Word Salad. This evening of writing will be held in the Pulpit Rock Events Room on Tuesday, August 19, starting at 7 pm.  Event Details:  – Date and Time: Tuesday, August 19, 7 pm. Sign-up […]

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Steve Grove in conversation with Seth Boyes | How I Found Myself in the Midwest | Conversation, Q&A, and Signing!

Steve Grove in conversation with Seth Boyes | How I Found Myself in the Midwest | Conversation, Q&A, and Signing!

Who: Steve Grove in conversation with Seth Boyes What: an evening celebrating his new memoir, How I Found Myself in the Midwest Where: Carrie Lee Elementary When: Wednesday, 8/20 at 7:00pm Join Minnesota journalist and author Steve Grove (How I Found Myself in the Midwest) and editor of the Decorah Leader, Seth Boyes, for a […]

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Bentwood Box Class with Hal Bitzer

Bentwood Box Class with Hal Bitzer

Bentwood boxes are made by wetting a strip of wood and then bending it around a form to dry into a curved shape. We will begin with learning the history of the “typical” Scandinavian bentwood box and its different types and uses. You will learn how to select the wood, make a mold, wet the […]

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Rosemaling in the Style of Sebjørn Kverndalen with Carol Bender

Rosemaling in the Style of Sebjørn Kverndalen with Carol Bender

Join us for an in-depth study of Sebjørn Kverndalen, a masterful rosemaler who also excelled in cabinet making and wood carving. This class will explore Kverndalen’s imaginative artistry, inspired by neoclassical flower garlands, chinoiserie, draperies and medallions, wing-shaped rococo ornaments, portraits, angels, and landscapes. Known for incorporating birds, especially peacocks, his paintings are characterized by […]

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Acoustic Music Jam

Acoustic Music Jam

Acoustic Music Jam at the Turkey River Cultural Center (old elementary school) in Ridgeway, Iowa. Beginners jam 11-noon (new jammers welcome) Potluck at noon. Regular jam 1-4 pm $5 donation appreciated.  Listeners also welcome.   For further details contact Pat Carey:  patcarey.trcc@gmail.com

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Musical Performance with Sally Boie

Musical Performance with Sally Boie

The 1896 Kimball Pipe Organ at the Union Sunday School will again grace an audience with its beautiful notes for the 45th annual Union Sunday School Concert Series. Montauk Historic Site, in partnership with the Clermont Historical Society, is excited to announce that Sally Boie will be returning to entertain guests at this month’s concert, […]

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Motifs of the Rococo and Baroque Style with Andrea Herkert

Motifs of the Rococo and Baroque Style with Andrea Herkert

Exploring the traditions of Telemark and Hallingdal rosemaling, this class will cover painting, history, and culture. The early Norwegian rosemalers were influenced by the work of the Guild artists’ painting. They observed the work of these trained artists in public buildings, particularly churches, where the ancient acanthus motif was painted with Baroque and Rococo influence. […]

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