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April 19, 2025 – Rug Braiding Workshop

Workshop Time: Runs typically every 3rd Saturday, at 10:30am – 1:30pm (check dates below)
Workshop Fee: $40 Adults for each of first 2 classes, and then $17.25 for Returning Workshop Students
- Members get a 15% discount on all workshops.
Workshop Location: East Classroom
Pre-registration is now required. We need a minimum of 6 attendees to run the class. Registration closes Wednesday before the workshop.

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.

Mar 15 – New & Returning rug braiders welcome!
April 19th – No brand new workshop students, returning and second session students welcome!
May 10th* – Moved to accommodate Sheep Day – New & Returning rug braiders welcome!

Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support the preservation of the nonprofit Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.

April 26th – Intro to Organic Gardening Workshop

Workshop time: 10am – 12:30pm
Workshop price: $30 Adults
- Members get a 15% discount on all workshops.
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Workshop location: Inside and Outdoors in the community garden area

This program is geared towards beginners, but all skill levels are welcome to join. This participatory workshop will include classroom time learning organic strategies for small-scale gardens. Discussing topics such as: planning your garden, seed selection, soil health, planting methods, succession planting, and upkeep. Participants will move outside (weather permitting) for the hands-on portion of the program. Garden bed preparation and seeding info will also be included. Extended time will be given for participants to ask questions and share experiences. Wear shoes and clothing that could potentially get muddy.

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 3 – Outdoor Beekeeping Workshop

Workshop times: 10am
Workshop price: $38 Adults
- Members get a 15% discount on all workshops.
- 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 31, 2025 – Step Basket Weaving Workshop

Workshop time: 10am – 1pm
Workshop price: $65 non-member
- Material fee: $20
  - Members get a 15% discount on all workshops.
  - Support the farm and become a member today: Membership info
Workshop Location: West
Pre-registration Required

This workshop will introduce beginners to basic basket weaving. With guidance from local weaver, Leanne Wilkie of Baskets of Love, each participant will complete and keep their own step basket. Multiple weaving techniques will be taught in this 3 hour class at the farm. All materials will be provided. Come join us for a day of fun and creativity. All skill levels are welcome to join. Multiple packages of materials are available for purchase if you wish to make more than one basket at home after the class.

Registration closes 1 week before class runs.

Please note: Members cannot use their discount to purchase tickets for non-members. All money raised helps to support Soule Homestead – thank you for understanding.

July 12, 2025 – Basic Bicycle Maintenance

Dec 6th & 9th, 2025 – Wreath Workshops

Because of the popularity of this workshop we have made this open to MEMBERS ONLY until November 15th. On that date all wreath workshops will be opened up to the general public. If you are not a member, become one today and help support our non-profit and get a discount on this and other events/workshops at Soule for a whole year.