Tavlebragd is an iconic overshot weave structure where a pattern weft floats over a ground of plain weave cloth. In the U.S., we often think of it as the Monk’s Belt motif, which consists of blocks of flowers framed by vertical stripes. However, this block weave technique has a wealth of pattern possibilities. In this class, […]
Dorian Middle School Summer Camp will take place from June 15–21.
Who: Sharon Lukert What: an evening celebrating her new work, Until My Memory Fails Me: Mindfulness Practices for Cultivating Resilience and Self-Compassion in the Face of Cognitive Decline Where: Pulpit Rock Brewing When: Tuesday, 6/24 at 7pm La Crosse author and Buddhist chaplain Sharon Lukert will give an author presentation and Q&A session followed by […]
Dr. Maren Johnson, Luther College’s Associate Professor of Nordic Studies and Torgerson Center for Nordic Studies Director, facilitates a monthly bokprat, discussing Scandinavian authors and Scandinavian life. Join us in June for a discussion of The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven by Nathaniel Miller. In 1916, Sven Ormson leaves his restless life in Stockholm to seek adventure in Svalbard, […]
Chip carving is one of the oldest styles of woodcarving and has been used to decorate objects in Scandinavia and many other cultures across the world for centuries. This decorative style of woodcarving is done by cutting out chips of wood from a flat surface to form beautiful and elaborate designs. During this class, we […]
Who: Daria Lavelle in conversation with Sarah Krammen What: a morning celebrating her debut novel, Aftertaste Where: T-Bock’s Upstairs When: Saturday, 6/28 at 11:00am Author Daria Lavelle will be joined by Sarah Krammen, event coordinator for the Oneota Valley Literary Foundation, for an engaging conversation around her debut novel, Aftertaste, followed by a book signing […]
In this 2 hour class, participants will learn the basics of 3D printing, such as slicing, calibration, wall thickness, infill strategies, support building, and more! Each class will feature a themed demo and model. 18 , limited to 6 students. June 28 – Knit Cat July 26 – Mini Robot Arm August 30 – Spooky […]
Join us in welcoming author Daria Lavelle to Decorah for an unforgettable evening inspired by her debut novel, Aftertaste. Hosted in collaboration with our friends at Blazing Star, this themed dinner brings the flavors of the book—and your memories—to life. As part of the evening, we invite attendees to contribute menu inspiration by submitting a […]
Join us for this family-fun reading adventure! This book adventure will help your family explore Norway’s most famous folk story, The Three Billy Goats Gruff! Decorah schools librarian Shannon Horton will get you reading, thinking, creating, and even up and moving – indoors and out! A kit delivered right to your home contains the book, supplies […]
