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Barn Quilt Painting Workshop

with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School

2026-04-07 14:00:00 2026-04-07 17:00:00 America/Chicago Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo! Fosston Public Library -

Tuesday, April 07
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo!

Unleash your inner artist and celebrate a beautiful tradition that defines Minnesota's rural landscape! Join us for a hands-on workshop and paint your very own Barn Quilt under the expert guidance of Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School.

As a retired Moorhead educator, Mary Jo brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to help you learn about this iconic folk art. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a unique masterpiece ready to display.

All materials are provided. Registration is required. Registration will open at 3:30 p.m. on March 17 for events held in April, on April 28 for events held in May and on May 12 for events in June.
Learn more and register at larl.org/barnquilt.

This program is offered free, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Legacy Fund.

Fosston Public Library

fosston@larl.org
Phone: 218-435-1320
Branch manager
Caese Haroldson

Hours
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We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veterans Day
Mon, Nov 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 12:00PM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 Closed
(Veterans Day)
Thu, Nov 12 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 Closed

About the branch

The Fosston Public Library is located at the intersection of Foss Ave and 4th Street near Hope Lutheran Church. The Fosston Public Library offers printing, copying, and faxing services, as well as microfilm of the 13 Towns from February 6, 1891 to December 17, 1999.

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