# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the foundational materials and techniques used to create traditional utilitarian whisk brooms and small kitchen aids such as cake testers, veggie brushes, and pot scrubbers. You will also explore a fun seasonal variation by crafting a spooky decorative piece perfect for display.

Students will practice plaiting and weaving broom corn stalks to form sturdy, functional handles. All materials are provided, including traditional broom corn, assorted colored twine, tampico brush fibers for a small whisk or brush, and “spooky sticks” for a Halloween‑inspired project. No prior experience is required, and all necessary tools will be supplied.

If you have twisted branches between 24"–36" with interesting shapes or character, feel free to bring them to incorporate into your work.

Ages 16+; sharp tools will be used.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brainerd/exploring-whisk-brooms-with-mark-smith/200030137755305
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 12

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Brainerd
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 711 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401
- **lat**: 46.35594
- **long**: -94.19849
- **full address**: 711 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith being held?
  - **A:** Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 711 Laurel St, Brainerd, MN, United States, Minnesota 56401.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith?
  - **A:** Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith is organized by The Crossing Arts.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brainerd, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Exploring Whisk Brooms with Mark Smith sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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