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SUMMARY:Babies at the Castle: Remember When
DESCRIPTION:Share Swedish art and culture with your baby during a morning of exploration at the Turnblad Mansion. \nCaregivers and infants up to 18 months are invited to experience ASI’s annual holiday experience\, Remember When\, in the historic Turnblad Mansion. During this special tour\, babies and their caregivers explore festive displays\, discover stories from the past\, and engage with the sights\, sounds\, and details of the holiday season together. Through close looking\, shared attention\, and simple activities\, families build meaningful connections with art\, history\, and each other. \nASI educator Jason Leuthold guides caregivers and babies through each stop\, offering age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity\, exploration\, and engagement. Caregivers carry infants at eye level\, allowing babies to experience artwork and installations up close while supporting early visual exploration and shared discovery. Each 30-minute tour offers a unique experience and concludes with 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle before it opens to the public at 10 am. \nAdditional Information: \n\nAdmission is included with registration\, allowing participants to explore the current exhibition and the Benson Family Gallery after the program.\nAdvanced registration is required.\nPlease register by the Friday before the program. ASI may cancel the program if registration is low.\nStrollers are not permitted in exhibition spaces.\nASI educators encourage caregivers to carry infants so babies can view artwork and installations at eye level.\nFood\, beverages\, and chewing gum are not permitted in exhibition spaces.
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Slöjd Studio: Felted Badges and Baubles
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. To be added to the waitlist\, please call 612-871-4907.  \n\nSlöjd Studio is a monthly program for older elementary students. Participants explore new tools\, techniques\, and materials that prepare them for a lifelong love of handcraft. \nCreate totally unique accessories using wool! Instructor Anna Ruhland will teach young makers needle felting techniques to make small badges or baubles that can be displayed on clothing\, tote bags\, or backpacks. \nAdditional information: \n\nThis is a drop-off program. Adults may not accompany children during this program.\nSuitable for students in grades 3-5.\nAdvanced registration required.\nPhoto Credit: Melissa Hansen
URL:https://asimn.org/events-calendar/slojd-studio-felted-badges-and-baubles/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute
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SUMMARY:Preschool Program: Needle felted pepparkakor with Jen Newburg
DESCRIPTION:ASI’s Preschool Program creates opportunities for families to experience Swedish art\, culture\, and traditions together. Join us in November to explore the art of needle felting with felter Jen Newburg. \nPreschoolers and their favorite grown-ups explore Swedish and Swedish American culture through ASI’s Preschool Program. Designed for children ages 3-5 and one accompanying adult\, this intergenerational\, hands-on experience encourages families to learn side by side through mansion exploration\, creative play\, circle time\, and slöjd (handcraft). \nThis November\, preschoolers will prepare for the Jul season by creating needle felted pepparkakor (gingerbread cookies). Children can use their finished creation for imaginative play or hang it as a festive tree ornament. Along the way\, families will discover Jul traditions through hands-on activities that engage all five senses. Teaching artist Jen Newburg will introduce preschoolers to the art of needle felting as they gently interlock wool fibers to create their ornaments. This beginner-friendly project provides a fun\, age-appropriate introduction to slöjd while building creativity\, confidence\, and fine motor skills. \nAdditional information: \n\nThis program takes place in Paulson Hall\, located on the lower level of the Turnblad mansion.\nPlease arrive 15 minutes before the program begins to allow time for check-in.\nCheck in at the front desk upon arrival. A Visitor Service Associate will direct participants to Paulson Hall.\nIf you arrive before the front doors open\, use the buzzer by the blue wall to gain access.\nRegistration includes admission for one preschooler and one adult.\nThe program limits attendance to one adult per registered preschooler.\nAdult accompaniment and advance registration are required.\nMuseum admission is included with program registration.\nFood and beverages are not permitted during the program to keep the wool clean.\nPlease review ASI’s cancellation policy before registering.\nPhoto credit: Jen Newburg
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