Schedule Of Events

11:00am : Drumming for Kids

Elementary-age students are invited to join the Ferris State University Drumline in creating their own drums and other assorted percussion instruments. Once constructed, students will learn several rhythms and play along with members of the FSU Drumline, playing a variety of cadences and original percussion music. No experience is needed, and all materials are provided.

Location : FSU Music Center, Band Room

10:00am – 12:00pm : Print Making with Gelli Plates

Explore the creative art of printmaking! In this hands-on workshop, you will be introduced to the art of printmaking using a gelli plate, paper, stencils, and paint. Instructor Ruth Vermeer will take you through the process of layering paint and stencils to create fun and original patterns. Ruth Vermeer has a passion for the process of how various art forms are made. While she wishes she had followed her heart and become an art teacher, she's grateful for the journey that's brought her fullcircle to her love. Her B.S. in Home Economics Education prepared her to teach at Artworks, while her M.S. in Parks and Recreation Administration prepared her for 20 years in the camping industry and then as Artworks former Education Director. This workshop is intended for adults, and two separate sessions are offered. There is no fee for this workshop

Location : Artworks

1:00pm : Survival Cooking for Young Adults

Are you a young adult who may be moving away from home in the near future? Perhaps college is on the horizon, or you’re moving into your first apartment! If so, perhaps you could use some help learning how to cook! If this sounds like you (or someone you know), this event could be just what you need. This class will teach you how to make breakfast burritos, overnight oats, and lasagna. Both the burritos and lasagna work great as freezer meals to help you on your busy days! This workshop is intended for young adults aged 16 and older

Location : St. Peter’s Lutheran School, Gymnasium

7:00pm : The Bierkeller Boys In Concert

The Bierkeller Boys are (as far as they know!) the Midwest's premier polka -playing tuba quartet. These four low brass aficionados specialize in what tubas do best — oompah music — including traditional and contemporary German-American polkas, waltzes, marches, folk songs, light music, and other dances. They regularly perform across the Midwest, spreading Gemütlichkeit. whether they are playing Harmoniemusik for the dining hall or lively dances for the Oktoberfest Biergarten. Their unique instrumentation, dynamic audience engagement, and varied musical selections create an enjoyable atmosphere, whether you want to dance, sing along, or listen and chat. Their versatile and engaging performances have brought them to contemporary and historic German-American venues alike.

Location : Cranker’s Restaurant & Brewery

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