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Registration opens:
May 12th, 2026

Barn Quilt Painting Workshop

with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School

2026-06-02 14:00:00 2026-06-02 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! Ada Public Library - Ada Public Library

Tuesday, June 02
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-02 14:00:00 2026-06-02 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! Ada Public Library - Ada Public Library

Ada Public Library

Ada Public Library

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 1'x1' 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. Regirstration 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.

Ada Public Library

ada@larl.org
Phone: (218) 784-4480
Branch manager
Asha Osborn

Hours
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Mon, May 11 Closed
Tue, May 12 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 Closed
Sun, May 17 Closed

About the branch

The Ada Public Library is located inside the Dekko Community Center on the corner of 4th Avenue East and 3rd Street East in Ada. We offer a wide range of services including free WiFi and access to public computers, printing, copying as well as faxing.

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Ada Public Library
Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 12 2026 at 3:30pm

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