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Summer Reflection
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:30p.m.
Join us for a night of Arting at the Straight Farmhouse Museum, as Laurel, our instructor guides you step by step to create “Summer Reflection” painting.
Bring your favorite beverage and a friend for an evening of art! No experience is needed.
Call Laurel at 734.752.3936 to register and arrange payment.
Cost of the class is 35.00.
Locations:
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
A portion of this fee comes back to the Straight Farmhouse Museum as a donation.
No experience is needed as you will be guided step by step to create this painting.
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Moss Wall Art Workshop
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7PM
Moss
Rocks
Glass
Dried flowers
Drift wood
Shells
Projects starting at $ 38
Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Michigan 15” tall or Rectangle 11” x 10”
Fairy Door Wall 16″ x 20″ (approx).
Resin Pour Upper and Lower Michigan (and more)
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11am and 3pm
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Please note this is held in the basement of the Historic OddFellows Hall with six steps down.
Click HERE for tickets to the 11am class.
Click HERE for tickets to the 3pm class.
Cost: Starting at $39.11
"Inching Along" Garden Caterpillar
Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 6:15p.m.
We will be working with a pattern and taking it step by step. The shape of the caterpillar will already be cut for you and we will follow a pattern. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate this class a 5. And sure, all skill levels are welcome and even a beginner can join in.
We will teach you how to use glass cutting tools and how fun it is to create with glass.
Caterpillar 9″ long x 3.5 tall- Red or Turquoise $45
Large Caterpillar 12″ long x 4.5″ tall- Red or Turquoise $55
All materials will be provided. The instructor will show you how easy it is to cut the glass, assemble like a puzzle and make your caterpillar colorful!
You will create your design by using a special tac glue as an adhesive. All projects will go home with the instructor to be kiln fired and will be delivered back to the class location in about 10-12 days. An Email will be sent out with pickup instructions.
Your ticket fee includes the venue rental, class instruction, glass materials and supplies plus a kiln firing.
Drinks that are covered are ok in the venue but food and glass do not mix. Please wear close toed shoes.
If you would like to pay by mail, please chose the “Comp Mail Ticket” option. Payment instructions will be emailed approx. 3-4 weeks prior to the event.
Please let your friends and family know about the fun!
Please click HERE for tickets.
Workshop Location:
The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Park and enter building from the rear
If you have any questions, please message me.
2025 Refund policy: If you cannot make it to class, please send someone in your place. Or, the next time you sign up for a paid class, you can make 2 of whatever we are making that night (of equal or lesser value as the class you missed) Makeup class must be within 60 days. Thank you!
2025 Straight Farmhouse Fall Road Rally
Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 2:45p.m.
Get your team of 4–6 players together for an afternoon of puzzles, clues, and challenges that will take you on a fun-filled course. Teams will compete for cash prizes, and at the final destination food and adult beverages will be available for purchase.
New to road rallies? No problem!
Our Road Rally Master, Rob, will walk you through everything you need to know. Team captains will even receive sample clues from past years to practice with—just to give you an idea of what to expect (don’t worry, this year’s clues will be brand new!).
Tickets: $20 per person
Each team member must purchase a ticket. Be ready with your team name and team captain when purchasing.
What to Bring:
(Plus, don’t forget some cash for the 50/50 and raffle baskets!)
Event Details:
Starting location: The Straight Farmhouse, 6221 Merriman Road, Garden City
Check-in, instructions, and clues: 2:30 PM
Engines start: 3:00 PM sharpFor Road Rally Tickets, please visit: sfh.ludus.com
Haunted Doll Making at the Museum
Monday, October 6, 2025 at 7p.m.
Join us this night for a haunting good time as we make some Haunted Dolls from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
All materials will be provided. If you have a doll you want to bring you are welcome too! But we will have many to choose from.
Light refreshments will be served. Bring your friends or come solo- all are welcome!
For tickets visit:
SFH.ludus.com
A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Straight Farmhouse Museum
Food Truck Octoberfest
Saturday, October 11, 2025 12-8PM
Join us for this FUN family event!
DJ, Live Music, Food Trucks, Bake Sale, Beer Tent. There will be a Kids area with FREE Pony Rides.
We will also have a Vendor Show for you to enjoy.
All proceeds will benefit the Straight Farmhouse Historical Museum.
Fused Glass Haunted House Light up Display
Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 3p.m.
This class appropriate for adults of all ages and skill levels. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate this a 6. (A little above average for challenging as it will take a lot more concentration).
Good news: The base and the house will be pre-cut for you. All materials will be provided and no experience needed though. All skill levels welcome. The instructor will guide you on cutting and assembling the glass to make your spookiest artwork yet.
You will create your design by using a special tac glue as an adhesive and all projects will go home with the instructor to be kiln fired and assembled and will be delivered back to the class location in about 10-12 days. An email will be sent out with pickup instructions.
Please wear closed toe shoes so that glass does not get under your feet. Drinks that are covered are ok in the venue but food and glass do not mix. Wine is ok too!
If you would like to pay by mail, please chose the “Comp Ticket” option. Payment instructions will be emailed approx. 3-4 weeks prior to the event.
The Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI 48135
Parking and entrance in rear
2025 Refund policy: A credit towards another class can be given if you need to cancel prior to 5 days of the event. If you need to cancel within 5 days of the event, please send someone in your place or please message me here or on FB no later than 48 hours after the class to find out your other options. Thank you.
Wine Bottle Lamp or Fairy Lantern
Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11 a.m.
In this beginner level workshop we will guide you in creating your own unique wine bottle lamp, or fairy lantern.
With lots of design choices to choose from there is something for almost everyone.
Lamp Shade is rechargeable with included usb cable.
Fairy Lights are solar rechargeable.
All supplies included and your first glass of wine is on us, bring a friend for a fun evening out!
Starting at $38
Click HERE for tickets
Class location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Light up Glass Art. Michigan, Cardinal, Gnome, Pumpkin, Tree & more
Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 3 p.m.
Approximately 14″ tall.
Lots of glass colors to choose from including Sea Glass, Stained Glass, Fire Glass and other glass elements.
Comes with a battery operated 50 led light with remote control and 8 light functions.
Cost: from $42.30
Please click HERE for tickets
Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
American Flag Fused Glass Windchime Wrokshop
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:15 p.m.
Cost: $48. Nightlight or suncatcher $39
Please click HERE for tickets
You will create your design by using a special tac glue as an adhesive and all projects will go home with the instructor to be kiln fired and assembled and will be delivered back to the class location in about 10-12 days. An email will be sent out with pickup instructions.
Workshop Location:
The Straight Farmhouse Museum
6221 Merriman Rd
Garden City
Parking and entrance in rear
2025 Refund policy: A credit towards another class can be given if you need to cancel prior to 5 days of the event. If you need to cancel within 5 days of the event, you can either send someone in your place or you have the option of choosing another piece designed by the instructor in lieu of your empty seat. Thank you!
5th Annual Witch's Gathering: "The Bewitching Broom"
Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Join our coven for an evening of witchy fun as we uncover the hidden history of the flying magical stick!
Bewitching Brooms Come learn the enchanted lore of the broomstick as we gather together for goodies and brews that only witches truly enjoy. So grab your broom and fly on over to the Straight Farmhouse (just enter 6221 Merriman Rd., Garden City, MI 48135 into your broom’s GPS) in enchanted Garden City!
The Weather Witches predict a beautiful night! Please note—broom parking is free. All witches and warlocks are welcome, be ye good or bad. No witches will be on trial (this night).
Our bakers will tempt you with eerie delights: finger foods filled with the eye of newt, spider eggs, and of course… ladyfingers!
Dress Code: Witch or Warlock attire.
One lucky witch or warlock will win a prize for the best broomstick!
Heads must be covered—visit your favorite hat shop before the shelves are bare, or order the latest craze (Amazon delivery)! The Straight Farmhouse Museum hattery will also have witch hats available to borrow that evening.
Available at the Straight Farmhouse Museum or online at SFH.Ludus.com
For more information, call “Hag Kim” at 734-812-1559
Are you interested in the Paranormal?
Contact the Straight Farmhouse for more information.