Hessel School House

BINGO at Hessel School House
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit) | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Thursdays – October thru Mid May.
Get ready to have a blast while supporting a great cause! The Hessel School House weekly Bingo Fundraiser promises an entertaining night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and cash prizes. Bring your friends, family, and colleagues along to enjoy the thrill of shouting “Bingo”. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening. Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot and grab some snacks, pop, and free popcorn. Doors open at 5:00 PM, games start at 6:00 PM.
This is an adults only event. Please no children or babies.
Michigan License #A22504
Concerned about the weather? Want to see if we will be hosting bingo or not? CALL THE BINGO HOTLINE! This free and simple service is updated every Thursday by 10:00 am to let you know if we will be playing bingo that night. Just listen to the recording. It’s that easy!

Holiday Floral Workshop
2025-12-06 14:00 - 16:00
Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on floral arrangement class led by Carley from Wilderness Treasures, a beloved floral shop in Pickford, MI. Whether you’re decorating your own table or crafting a heartfelt gift, you’ll create a stunning holiday centerpiece using fresh greens, seasonal flowers, and festive embellishments. Carley will guide you step-by-step, sharing professional tips to help you design a personalized arrangement perfect for holiday entertaining—or for brightening someone’s day. Space is limited—reserve your spot early! Join us for an afternoon of creativity, community, and holiday cheer!
Class Fee: $55, all materials are provided. If you have some, please bring your own pruning shears to cut small branches.
To register, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.

Mahjong
2025-12-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-31 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-28 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for a friendly game of Mahjong. Games are held weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (October – May). Whether you are an experienced player or just a beginner, all skill levels are welcome to play. For further details or to schedule a lesson, please call Hessel School House: 906.484.1333
No registration is required. No fee to play. However, if you wish to purchase a game card, the cost is $15.
This group plays by the Official Standard Hands and Rules National Mah Jongg League Inc.

Stained Glass: Christmas Ornament
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00
Get into the holiday spirit with a creative twist! Join us for a delightful beginners stained glass class led by the talented Connie Thompson. In this hands-on workshop, Connie will guide you step-by-step as you craft a beautiful stained glass Christmas ornament that you can proudly display or gift to loved ones. Choose from her selection of simple holiday patterns perfect for beginners, and don’t worry—everything you need will be provided, including all the tools and materials you need to craft your one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Join us Saturday, December 13 from 10 AM to 3 PM at the charming Hessel School House. This engaging class is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side, regardless of experience level. The ornament would make a delightful last minute holiday gift for a loved one, friend or even yourself!
Class Fee: $75 per person
Register early, this class fills quickly!
To register, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.

The American Revolution Expereince Traveling Exhibit
2025-12-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-19 10:00 - 16:00
The Bawating Le Saut De Sainte Marie Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are excited to feature the American Revolution Experience at the Hessel School House from December 14 – 19, 2025.
The innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique artifacts and primary accounts to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the birth of our nation.
The exhibit is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Free, open to the public.

For more information about the exhibit, contact:

Tammy Cruickshank
Bawating-Le Saut De Sainte Marie, DAR
bc026@centurytel.net
(906) 322-6586

American Battlefield Trust, dedicated to preserving our nation’s hallowed battlegrounds. (PRNewsfoto/American Battlefield Trust)

CANCELLED - PAINT & SIP: Wintery Night
2025-12-19 18:30 - 20:30
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
PAINT & SIP: Wintery Night
Celebrate the coming winter solstice by painting a wintry night scene! Artist Karen Mazzoline will demonstrate the art of blending acrylic colors to create depth and texture! Come bring your drink of choice as you spend an enjoyable evening painting your winter theme! All materials will be provided.

This event is cancelled due to poor weather/travel conditions. A full refund will be issued to all registered participants.

CANCELLED - Two-Tiered Fabric Snowman
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:00
Enjoy an afternoon with your friends building your own two-tiered snowmen! Using fabric, buttons, and patterned pieces, learn to construct and attach your pieces together with guidance from artist Marissa Wissner. All materials will be provided!
Class Fee: $40 per person, all materials included.
CANCELLED

Stained Glass: Snowflakes
2026-01-03 10:00 - 15:00
Stained Glass Snowflakes
Saturday, January 3, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for a delightful day of creativity at our Stained Glass Workshop, where you’ll have the opportunity to craft your very own stunning stained glass snowflake under the expert guidance of artist Connie Thompson. This class is a great introduction to stained glass. All materials are included, so just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn! With a limited class size of only 6 participants, you’ll receive personalized attention as you explore the art of stained glass. Adults only.
Class Fee: $75.
Register by calling 906-484-1333 or CLICK HERE to register online.
NOTE: If this class is full, please call 906-484-1333 to be asked to be put on our waiting list. If we receive enough interest, we will work with the artist to schedule a second class.
Examples of snowflakes:

CANCELLED - PAINT & SIP: Northern Lights
2026-01-09 18:30 - 20:30
PAINT & SIP: Northern Lights
Friday, January 9, 2026
6:30-8:30 pm
Come to Hessel School House to unwind and paint a relaxing Northern Lights scene! Learn how to use string to create the pillars of lights all while enjoying a night out with friends! Artist Karen Mazzoline will provide the materials, guidance, and fun!

WATERCOLOR: Hearts & Winter Landscapes
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:00
WATERCOLOR: Hearts & Winter Landscapes
Saturday, January 10, 2026
1 :00-3:00 pm
Bring your favorite hot beverage and create with watercolor! Learn various watercolor techniques to paint hearts and winter landscapes! Artist Karen Mazzoline will guide you through the process and provide all necessary materials for a successful afternoon of painting fun!
Class Fee: $40.00, all materials included.
To Register: Call 906-484-1333 or CLICK HERE to register online.

Examples of artwork:

Telling the Hard Stuff: A Confessional Poetry Workshop with Ellen Lord
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:00
Telling the Hard Stuff: A Confessional Poetry Workshop with Ellen Lord

Saturday, January 17, 2026
1:00 -3:00 PM

Confessional poetry asks us to speak the truths we often keep hidden. In this two‑hour workshop, we’ll explore how vulnerability becomes art, how the “hard stuff” transforms into language that resonates, and how craft supports courage. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space to write the poems that demand to be written. This class includes an autographed copy of Ellen Lord’s latest book VIGIL.

Whether you write poems on the page or songs for the stage, this workshop welcomes artists who turn lived experience into works of written art. Poets and songwriters alike will find tools for shaping raw emotion into work that connects and endures.

Class Fee: $40.00. Includes a signed copy of Ellen Lord’s latest book VIGIL.

To Register: Call 906-484-1333 or CLICK HERE to register online.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Ellen Lord began writing as a kid, first stirred to poetry by Edgar Allen Poe’s raven and various morbid nursery rhymes. She is inspired by forays in nature, along with feasts and foibles of the human condition. She was raised in the wilds of the Upper Peninsula and often returns to her ancestral home. She is a behavioral health therapist, specializing in addiction and trauma.

Scholarship discounts are available. Call 906-484-1333 for details if finances are an impeding you from attending this workshop. A limited number of discount tickets are available for teens and low income participants.

CANCELLED - Creative Content Photography for Business Owners
2026-01-24 10:00 - 13:00
CANCELLED
Creative Content Photography for Business Owners
Kick off the new year with visuals that elevate your brand. This hands-on class is designed for small business owners who want to refresh their content and create professional, on-brand photos for social media, websites, email marketing, and online shops. You’ll learn how to style clean, effective product and brand scenes, work confidently with natural light, and use framing and angles that highlight your offerings and tell a clear story. We’ll also cover a streamlined, time-saving editing workflow—including AI-assisted tools—to help you create consistent, polished images without slowing down your business. By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a small library of ready-to-use photos and a repeatable process you can use throughout the year to keep your content fresh, cohesive, and aligned with your business goals.
Students are encouraged to bring a camera or smartphone and any products they would like help photographing. They can also bring any set up they have, or if it’s too bulky they are encouraged to take a photo of the set up and bring it to class for recommendations.
Space is limited to maximize the learning opportunities.
Class Fee: $75 per person.

Instructor: Tamara Santana
