Upcoming Classes and Events

Saturday June 7th Second Annual Minnesota Cider Guild VIP Small Batch Cider Tasting

Are you as excited about cider as we are? Well join fellow cider lovers and friends for a deep, delicious dive into local cider. 10 Minnesota cideries will be pouring special small-batches of their ciders plus some of their popular favorites. While you’re tasting, learn about the unique ciders that Minnesota produces and get your questions answered during face-to-face conversations with the cider makers. We will have limited tickets available in order for attendees to have a more in-depth tasting experience. Attending cideries include: Minneapolis Cider Company, Keepsake Cidery, Duluth Cider, Sapsucker Farms Yellow Belly Cider, Milk & Honey Cider, String Theory Cider, Tallgrass Cider, Wild State Cider, Sweetland Orchard, and more! 

Tickets $40 per person, PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Sunday June 8th 1pm or 3:30pm Outdoor Patio Table Top Fire Pots Class $39

It is a must!  This is one of our most popular workshops.  Join us for the fun of creating a shimmering fire pot for your outdoor tabletop!  

Class taught by Becky Hoffman. Contact her directly with questions at just.b.essential4life@gmail.com or 320-310-8869.

1 PM CLASS TICKETS

3:30PM CLASS TICKETS

NO REFUNDS

Thursday June 12th 5:30pm Vasaloppet BINGO

Join us at Sapsucker Farms for some BINGO fun!

Doors open at 5:30 and the first game begins at 6:30. Food and beverages available for purchase.

CASH ONLY.

$50 prize for winning BINGO games, plus $300 for the coverall game. BINGO cards $25 per packet of 14 games. Extra cards available $2 each.

Food available for purchase.

All proceeds benefit Vasaloppet USA, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Saturday June 14th 11am Yoga on the Farm $10

FREE EVENT Sunday June 29th 4pm Meet George Washington Part Four: The Peace of Paris and how the 1780’s leg to the Constitutional Convention.

A lively and engaging presentation by life-long historian, teacher, and performer David Johnston who will present the entire series as an historical re-enactment as George Washington.
Part four of a twelve-part series presenting a comprehensive overview of the American Revolution covering the fifty-year time period from 1750 to 1800. This series examines the lives of the most influential Founders, and the presidency of George Washington, ending with the presidency of John Adams.

PART FOUR: THE PEACE OF PARIS AND HOW THE 1780’S LED TO THE CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION. The 8 year war ended with the signing of the Peace of Paris on September 3, 1783, a stunning victory for the new nation which led to the birth of an empire on the North American continent. The 1780’s was a time of political turmoil and uncertainly which led to the Constitutional Convention of 1787 presided over by George Washington.

Presenter and performer David Johnston, “The Traveling Professor”, has been teaching American History to groups across the Twin Cities Metro Area for over 25 years. As an historian he strives to tell the story, in a clear and compelling fashion, of the important figures and events that formed and shaped our great nation. David graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, and from Bethel Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. He served for 42 years as a pastor in churches throughout the Twin Cities Metro area and outstate Minnesota. He is completing his studies for his doctorate from United Theological Seminary of St. Paul. David has taught history to senior groups in community centers throughout the Metro area and has also taught seniors through the Augsburg College of the Third Age and Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU ~ Marshall, MN) Gold College. David and his wife Jeanie own and operate the tour company, Jeanie’s Journeys. David regularly leads tour groups to historical sites as “The Traveling Professor”.  On these historical tours David tells the important stories of the people and events in American history that changed lives and formed and shaped our great nation.

Did you enjoy this historical performance? Let us know if you would like to have David perform parts five through twelve!

Sunday June 29th 1pm – Beginning Soap-Making Class

More info coming soon.

Saturday July 5th 11am Yoga on the Farm $10

Sunday July 27th Noon – 6pm Popup Cheesecake Sale by Malinda’s Homemade Cheesecakes.

You deserve dessert! Treat yourself to this DECADENT and DELICIOUS cheesecakes by local cheesecake baker Maliinda’s Homemade Cheesecakes from Ogilvie. No doubt you’ve seen her amazing creations at other local establishments, so stop on by and treat yourself to the best cheesecake ever!

Sunday July 27th – FREE EVENT 4pm Meet George Washington Part Five

A lively and engaging presentation by life-long historian, teacher, and performer David Johnston who will present the entire series as an historical re-enactment as George Washington.

Part five of a twelve-part series presenting a comprehensive overview of the American Revolution covering the fifty-year time period from 1750 to 1800. This series examines the lives of the most influential Founders, and the presidency of George Washington, ending with the presidency of John Adams.

PART FIVE: THE CONSITUTIONAL CONVENTION OF 1787: By the 1780’s it wasbecoming very obvious to most observers of the new fledging American nation that the Articles of Confederation, the document written and passed by the Continental Congress, would NOT be an adequate legal and constitution guide for the U.S.A. With the strong encouragement of Alexander Hamilton & James Madison a movement began in the mid 1780’s to hold a convention to re-write the Articles of Confederation. However, instead of a re-write, the Constitutional Convention that met May-September 1787 at Independence Hall in Philadelphia totally scrapped the Articles of Confederation and wrote the U.S. Constitution, a much more robust and brilliant document that has stood the test of time for 250 years as the constitutional & legal framework for our nation.

Presenter and performer David Johnston, “The Traveling Professor”, has been teaching American History to groups across the Twin Cities Metro Area for over 25 years. As an historian he strives to tell the story, in a clear and compelling fashion, of the important figures and events that formed and shaped our great nation. David graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, and from Bethel Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. He served for 42 years as a pastor in churches throughout the Twin Cities Metro area and outstate Minnesota. He is completing his studies for his doctorate from United Theological Seminary of St. Paul. David has taught history to senior groups in community centers throughout the Metro area and has also taught seniors through the Augsburg College of the Third Age and Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU ~ Marshall, MN) Gold College. David and his wife Jeanie own and operate the tour company, Jeanie’s Journeys. David regularly leads tour groups to historical sites as “The Traveling Professor”.  On these historical tours David tells the important stories of the people and events in American history that changed lives and formed and shaped our great nation.

Saturday August 2nd 11am Yoga on the Farm $10

Saturday August 9th – FREE EVENT Conservation program with SWCD, Pheasants Forever and others

More info soon

Saturday August 16th – FREE EVENT (but must register)Learn to forage wild mushrooms.

We welcome mushroom expert Kathy Yerich to the farm. She will be doing a presentation about foraging for mushrooms, and we will take a walk on the trails of our 172 acres to see what we can find (observation only). 

“Start Seeing Mushrooms” Co-author of the popular and accessible local field guide, Mushrooms of the Upper Midwest. Kathy Yerich has been hanging out with the Minnesota Mycological Society (MMS) and North American Mycological Society (NAMA) for more than 15 years.

THIS EVENT IS FREE but registration required as this class is limited to 50 participants. Registration will be live in July.

Sunday August 24th 4pm FREE EVENT Meet George Washington Part Six: The Presidency of George Washington

A lively and engaging presentation by life-long historian, teacher, and performer David Johnston who will present the entire series as an historical re-enactment as George Washington.

Part five of a twelve-part series presenting a comprehensive overview of the American Revolution covering the fifty-year time period from 1750 to 1800. This series examines the lives of the most influential Founders, and the presidency of George Washington, ending with the presidency of John Adams.

PART FIVE: THE PRESIDENCY OF GEORGE WASHINGTON : G.W. was the Indispensable Man who led our nation through the Revolutionary War and to a great victory for Great Britain. He was then the Indispensable Man who served as the President of the Constitution Convention. Lastly, Washington was the Indispensable Man who against his personal wishes to retire to the life of a gentleman planter, agreed to serve as the first president of the United States. His two terms and 8 years of service were tumultuous and filled with challenges, and yet G.W. rose to the occasion to lead our nation through its infancy and to offer an example to all future presidents as to how to bring dignity, wisdom and honor to this great office.

Presenter and performer David Johnston, “The Traveling Professor”, has been teaching American History to groups across the Twin Cities Metro Area for over 25 years. As an historian he strives to tell the story, in a clear and compelling fashion, of the important figures and events that formed and shaped our great nation. David graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, and from Bethel Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. He served for 42 years as a pastor in churches throughout the Twin Cities Metro area and outstate Minnesota. He is completing his studies for his doctorate from United Theological Seminary of St. Paul. David has taught history to senior groups in community centers throughout the Metro area and has also taught seniors through the Augsburg College of the Third Age and Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU ~ Marshall, MN) Gold College. David and his wife Jeanie own and operate the tour company, Jeanie’s Journeys. David regularly leads tour groups to historical sites as “The Traveling Professor”.  On these historical tours David tells the important stories of the people and events in American history that changed lives and formed and shaped our great nation.

Friday September 12th 6pm DIY Resin Frame Class $52

Class taught by Tiffany’s ResinCraft Workshops. Craft a one-of-a-kind DIY Resin Picture

• 5” x 7” or 8” x 10” size picture = $52 
• NO PRIOR art knowledge required, beginners welcome!
• Not a crafty person?  No problem! I will be providing all the supplies to choose from to make it your own!
• All materials included.
• All minors ages 10 and over must be accompanied by a participating adult.
• If you have a special keepsake (shells, old jewelry, etc.) that you want to include in your project, please bring it with you to class.

You will be working with resin, which needs to cure overnight.  You can take home your project the same day at your own risk (not recommended) or you can pick up as early as the next day. The resin we will be using in class is an art resin.  The formula has no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), no fumes and it’s 100% solids and is safe for home use.

Class fee of $52 includes instruction, all materials to make one frame, plus one beverage of your choice. Questions on the project, contact the instructor, Tiffany at 612-239-4650More info coming soon.

Tickets will go on sale in July

Sunday September 21st 3pm FREE EVENT – Performance by the Mora Area Community Theater.

More info coming soon.

Saturday September 27th 3pm Sourdough 101 $75

more info coming soon.

Saturday October 5th and Sunday October 6th – GingerFest

We are celebrating the GINGER harvest! On Saturday October 4th and Sunday October 5th join us for GingerFest. We’re celebrating the ginger harvest, a crop that is not usually grown here in Minnesota. Pick up some freshly harvested organic ginger, ginger tea, ginger cider, ginger ale, PLUS ginger gelato and candied ginger made by Rustic Island Farm. Meet the adorable alpacas and shop for alpaca wear as the weather begins to chill. On Saturday Thai Thai Street Food will be serving up their delicious Thai food and will include our fresh ginger in his creations. On Sunday 10/6 feast on the Extraordinary Wood-fired Pizza by El Hornito Wood Fired Pizzaand walk the colorful autumn trails. Always fun for the whole family including the dog!

Saturday October 18th 1pm – Make Your Own Tea Blend Class and Tea Party $32

Create your own unique tea blend with The Gothic Farmstead of Pine City, and end the class with a fun tea party! In this class, you will learn about different herbal tea flavors, their benefits, and how to create the perfect blend for you through experimenting, mixing and matching.
Tea party treats will also be provided. We look forward to dressing up in our best tea party attire, sipping tea, and eating treats with you!

You will also leave with your very own cute tea cup, and best dressed gets a gift bag of baked goods!

Tickets will go on sale in September so stay tuned!

Friday October 24th 6pm – DIY Resin Frame Class $52

Class taught by Tiffany’s ResinCraft Workshops. Craft a one-of-a-kind DIY Resin Picture

• 5” x 7” or 8” x 10” size picture = $52 
• NO PRIOR art knowledge required, beginners welcome!
• Not a crafty person?  No problem! I will be providing all the supplies to choose from to make it your own!
• All materials included.
• All minors ages 10 and over must be accompanied by a participating adult.
• If you have a special keepsake (shells, old jewelry, etc.) that you want to include in your project, please bring it with you to class.

You will be working with resin, which needs to cure overnight.  You can take home your project the same day at your own risk (not recommended) or you can pick up as early as the next day. The resin we will be using in class is an art resin.  The formula has no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), no fumes and it’s 100% solids and is safe for home use.

Class fee of $52 includes instruction, all materials to make one frame, plus one beverage of your choice. Questions on the project, contact the instructor, Tiffany at 612-239-4650

Tickets will go on sale in September

Friday November 14th 6pm – DIY Resin Frame Class $52

Class taught by Tiffany’s ResinCraft Workshops. Craft a one-of-a-kind DIY Resin Picture

• 5” x 7” or 8” x 10” size picture = $52 
• NO PRIOR art knowledge required, beginners welcome!
• Not a crafty person?  No problem! I will be providing all the supplies to choose from to make it your own!
• All materials included.
• All minors ages 10 and over must be accompanied by a participating adult.
• If you have a special keepsake (shells, old jewelry, etc.) that you want to include in your project, please bring it with you to class.

You will be working with resin, which needs to cure overnight.  You can take home your project the same day at your own risk (not recommended) or you can pick up as early as the next day. The resin we will be using in class is an art resin.  The formula has no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), no fumes and it’s 100% solids and is safe for home use.

Class fee of $52 includes instruction, all materials to make one frame, plus one beverage of your choice. Questions on the project, contact the instructor, Tiffany at 612-239-4650

Tickets will go on sale in September