Hancock – Finnish American Folk School Open House and Fundraiser

The Finnish American Folk School welcomes everyone to its first open house and fundraiser on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Taking place in the ground floor studios at Skyline Commons at 200 Michigan Street in Hancock, the open house will feature family-friendly weaving and pottery demonstrations, Mother’s Day gifts, silent auction, along with a rummage sale offering surplus equipment and a variety of craft supplies and books.

“We’re very excited to welcome everyone into our studios to see what we do here and find out how to get involved,” said Folk School Director Clare Zuraw. “Whether you’re interested in fiber arts, ceramics, or woodworking, there’s something for everyone.”

In addition to books and craft supplies such as yarn and fabric, the fundraiser will also include surplus wood and metal working equipment. The silent auction will feature work by Folk School instructors including Lindsey Heiden, Kenyon Hansen, Phyllis Fredendall, and others. Funds raised will help to sustain folk school programming. For more information, visit www.finnishamericanfolkschool.com, call 906-370-3722 or email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org.