This workshop offers participants an opportunity to learn how to use the cards of tablet weaving to make intricate bands. Create a woven bracelet and finish it with copper findings.

Participants will begin by learning how to warp their tablet weaving patterns and practice weaving a short band. Once they understand the basics and have worked out the muscle memory of weaving, they will weave a bracelet-length of band in their chosen pattern. At the end of the workshop, participants will complete their bracelets with copper findings. With these new skills, participants will be able to create woven bands for a variety of uses, including additional bracelets.

This workshop is aimed at adventurous beginners, or experienced crafters. Alla will support students at whatever level of weaving they bring to the workshop.

A materials fee of $30 is paid directly to the instructor.

Please note: Norway House does not issue refunds. If you can’t attend, you are welcome to give your seat in class to another person.

COST: $38 per person

LIMITS: Ages 13+ welcome

WHAT’S INCLUDED: All your art supplies. Food & beverages sold separately.

PLEASE NOTE

Registration must be purchased in advance as seats are limited. If we do not meet our 6-painter minimum, the event is subject to cancellation. In the event we cancel, transfers to a current event can be made or credits will be issued for future events. NO REFUNDS. By completing your registration and purchasing a ticket, you agree to our terms & services. 

Pati Kachel, a professional traveling storyteller, has studied and presented the stories of many remarkable women in history. While doing research in anticipation of the 2025 bicentennial of the first Norwegian immigrants coming to America, she discovered stories from her own family’s history.

These discoveries led to the presentation, THAT MY CHILDREN MAY KNOW. Pati portrays her paternal great-grandmother, Ane Marie Anderson, telling her true-life story in the first-person narrative voice. The setting is the year 1915, when Ane was then 54 years old. Pati brings Ane Marie to life through an authentic portrayal, costume, and historically accurate stage props as she invites you to step back in time with her.

Pati hopes that her great-grandmother’s story will help bring an appreciation of the listeners' immigrant ancestors and inspire people to learn their own family’s stories.

All of Pati’s storytelling performances are produced by the Christian educational nonprofit called The Parable Fund. Their mission is to educate, encourage, enrich, and entertain listening audiences through excellent faith-based storytelling.

Please note: At the end of the performance, the audience is asked to make a donation in the amount they wish. This donation will go to The Parable Fund.

Thank you for RSVPing by reserving a ticket.

Norwegian singer and guitarist Roar Dons performs at the Norway House Happy Hour. Music starts at 6:30.
Happy Hour with BOGO glass of beer or wine is from 4 to 8.

Roar has a varied background as a singer and guitarist. He made his debut at the age of 12 in Tromsø with vocals, guitar and harmonica.

Roar was active in several bands in his younger years, and was named “City Champion” as a vocalist for rock band in 1967. As a young man he traveled around as a street musician in Europe and played actively in clubs in Berlin. Later, he participated as one of four members of the vocal group Plagiacci.

In 2014 Roar was challenged to resume his musical career and to hold a concert at Bastard Bar in Tromsø. The result was a sold out concert June 2nd 2014 and a live album from the concert. This musical awakening led to Roar’s comeback as an active musician on several arenas, including the band Roar Dons Band.

In October 2017 Roar released his new album “Natta e over” (in English: “The Night is Over”)with new material in Norwegian. On the album Roar Dons has collaborated with the American songwriter John Wright and the Norwegian singer/songwriter Kjetil Holmstad Solberg on a series of new songs. Many of these have been adapted to Norwegian by the renowned writer Ragnar Olsen.

He brings his music to Norway House for an evening performance in a small, friendly space. Enjoy the BOGO glass of beer or wine special, a full menu of Nordic food, and a relaxed atmosphere.

Creative Drawing: Trolls of Autumn Mystery

As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, step into a season steeped in mystery and transformation. In this creative drawing class, we explore the shadowy, enchanting world of Trolls—guardians of forests, mountains, and ancient secrets—through the lens of Norse, Celtic, and Indigenous storytelling traditions.

Autumn’s fading light sets the stage for tales both eerie and magical, inviting us to imagine creatures that dwell just beyond the veil of the everyday. As we uncover these cultural myths, you’ll enhance your drawing skills through focused lessons in the formal elements of art, design, and composition. Instruction is woven with storytelling, visual exploration, and hands-on practice, encouraging personal expression and imaginative interpretation.

Let the magic of autumn guide your hand as you bring folklore to life on the page.

Bring paper and pencils. Other art supplies provided.

This class meets for three sessions : Thursdays, October 2, 9, and 16 from 6 to 8.

Arrive early and enjoy some food and BOGO glass of beer or wine at the Norway House Happy Hour, which starts at 4 p.m.

Norway House does not issue refunds. You can transfer your seat in class to another person if you are unable to attend.

Inspired by the State Fair? Here's your chance to learn the basics of crop art. Artist Jordan Dye provides all the supplies and shows you how to best arrange, glue, and have fun with a unique art form.

You are encouraged to pre-register for this class, but you can also pay at the door. Bring some friends who like last-minute plans!

Jordan will be at Norway House from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. You are welcome to come anytime during those hours.

Remember, crop artist Lillian Colton had her seed pictures exhibited in the Minneapolis Institute of Art. This class could be your first step in your journey there, too.

Listen to the live jazz with Peter and the Jazztronauts at Norway House. Happy hour is 4 - 8 pm, with BOGO glass of beer or wine. Full menu of the Kaffebar available.

Peter and the Jazztronauts play from 5 to 6:30.

Enjoy a charcuterie platter, a drink, and relaxing music.

Learn the process of creating your own candles. From prepping your containers to melting and pouring the wax. Choose from one of our Scandinavian inspired scents or a classic favorite. You will take home two 3.5 oz jars made from a smooth natural soy & coconut wax blend.