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Description: For the Marshallese people, the coconut tree called ni, is a staple of sustainability for life on the islands. Ni is used for food, oil, shelter, baskets, traditional medicine, cooking and decoration.  Join the Wodde Jippel Group and learn about their culture and traditional Marshallese palm frond weaving. Beginners will learn to weave a plate called Enro, a basket called banornor and a Marshallese ball called Ebo.

Palm fronds for this workshop are graciously donated by Ricci Bezona.

Level: Beginner, Ages 16+

Please note: Registration for this workshop will close on Saturday, March 1 at midnight.

Students should bring: 

  • Water & a snack

About the Artist: Wodde Jippel Group was founded in February of 2020 to help empower Marshallese women and their community by helping them navigate their daily lives in a new environment; providing support and assistance in accessing health care, education, food sustainability, community, and to help share the legacy of their culture. Wodde Jippel and the Donkey Mill Art Center formed their collaboration in 2020 with a shared interest in promoting people's stories, art and culture. The weaving workshops will be led by members of the Wodde Jippel Group.

About Our Programs: As a place of convergence, the Mill serves as both a community and a physical place–celebrating the power of the arts, bringing people, ideas and perspectives together. We are proud to offer adult and youth programs that focus on awareness of one’s individuality in the contexts of family, community and the natural world. Our exhibitions provide a space to reflect, share perspectives and grow as a community. Our classes & workshops are designed to inspire creativity, foster connections, and provide enriching experiences for all participants. We invite you to join us in the studio.

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