Soule Homestead Workshop Cancellations: Each workshop must have a minimum number of students in order to run. If Soule finds it necessary to cancel a workshop, we will notify students 3 days prior to the scheduled workshop start date or as soon as we are able in unforeseen circumstances. The option to move to an open time for the same workshop will be offered or full refund can be provided to registered students. We will always try and reschedule an event, if necessary, when possible.
Workshop Refunds: Cancellations must be made at least one week (7 days) prior to the start date of a workshop, unless otherwise indicated in the workshop listing, in order to receive a refund.
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
All workshops are booked through FareHarbor using credit card, venmo, or paypal.
Workshops for 2024
May 4th, 2024 – Outdoor Beekeeping Workshop
- Workshop times: 10am or 1pm (1pm is currently unavailable)
- Workshop price: $30 for members, $40 for non-members
- Support the farm and become a member today: Membership info
- Workshop location: Community Garden
Join us on for our Outdoor Beekeeping Workshop. As a follow-up to our Intro to Beekeeping Workshop in February, our onsite beekeeper, Kevin O’Donnell of Kevin’s Honey Farm, will lead you through the basics of Beekeeping, including an outdoor beehive demonstration, in this 2 hour workshop. This program is geared towards beginners, but all skill levels are welcome to join. This workshop will held in the Community Garden.
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
May 11th, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
Rug Braiding – Pre-registration required
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- April 20th
- May 11th (second week because of Sheep Day)
- June 15th
- July 20th
- August 10th (second week because of Farm to Table Dinner)
- September 21st
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
May 11th, 2024 – Migratory Bird Day – Nesting Ball Workshop
- Workshop times: 10am – 11am
- Workshop price: $10 +$5 material fee members, $20 +$5 material fee
- Support the farm and become a member today: Membership info
This workshop will kick off with an explanation of World Migratory Bird Day from farm Educator Melanie, then Director Kelly will lead attendees on a walk around the farm to gather materials to make the nesting balls. Back in the classroom Kelly will teach attendees how to weave the nesting balls and discuss the materials recommended and those not for this craft. Children are free for this event with a registered adult. Each registered student will get one set of materials for their build. Extra materials for purchase are available at registration.
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
June 8, 2024 – Children’s Introduction to Watercolor Class
- Workshop times: 10am – 11:30am
- Workshop Fee: $20 members, $30 non-members
- Material fee: $5
- Support the farm and become a member today: Membership info
- Workshop location: West Classroom
- Pre-Registration is required
Register for this fun new workshop at Soule. Led by artist Linda Malis of Studio85r, your child will learn the basic techniques for watercolor and its different mediums while practicing making bubble birds. The class will teach an introduction to watercolors, watercolor pencils, and how to add details to their art. This is not a drop off program. Grown ups need to stay with their child during this workshop. Recommended for children age 5+.
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
June 15th, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
Rug Braiding – Pre-registration required
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- April 20th
- May 11th (second week because of Sheep Day)
- June 15th
- July 20th
- August 10th (second week because of Farm to Table Dinner)
- September 21st
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
July 20th, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- July 20th
- August 10th (second week because of Farm to Table Dinner)
- September 21st
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
August 10th, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- August 10th (second week because of Farm to Table Dinner)
- September 21st
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
Sept 21st, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- September 21st
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
October 12th, 2024 – Embroidery Workshop
Oct 19th, 2024 – Rug Braiding Workshop
- Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
- Workshop Fee: $30 for new member students & $40 for new non-members for each of first 3 classes, and then $15 for returning members, $25 returning for non-members
- Workshop Location: East Classroom
- Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class.
Join our rug braiding workshop with instructor Mary Guidoboni. Discover this uniquely American art form. All levels are welcome. Students returning from past sessions may bring unfinished projects to work on. Everyone should bring scissors, needles, thread, and wool (available for new students.) Wool available to purchase here. The instructor has requested a minimum of 6 students to run the class, so registration in advance is required. Thank you for understanding.
Rug Braiding Schedule:
- October 19th
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
December 7th & 10th, 2024 – Wreath Making Workshop
More information about wreath workshops coming this fall.
This workshop is appropriate for ages 12+ only.
For private wreath making workshops email director@soulehomestead.org.
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
December 7th, 2024 – Kid’s Wreath Making – Drop In Workshop
More information about wreath workshops coming this fall.
- Workshop times: 10am – noon
- Workshop price: more info soon
- Support the farm and become a member today: Membership info
- Workshop location: Barn
Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.
2024 Past Workshops
Jan 13th, 2024 – Kid’s Needle Felting Workshop
Jan 13th, 2024 – Needle Felting Winter Scene Workshop
Jan 20th, 2024 – Weaving Class with Leanne Wilkie
January 27th, 2024 – Bookmaking Workshop – Traveler’s Sketchbook or Journal
Feb 10th, 2024 – Needle Felting Workshop
February 10th, 2024 – Kid’s Valentine’s Drop-In Craft
RESCHEDULED Feb 17, 2024 – Intro to Beekeeping Workshop