03/02/2026
Smiling Drum Haiku - March 2, 2026
We drum in our community
With intentions of connection, love, and peace
In joyful play, a movement!
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03/02/2026
02/18/2026
Happy Mardi Gras / Carnival!
Tuesday Feb. 17th, 2026
To celebrate here is a moment of “Brazilian Street Joy”, titled and sent to me by a Smiling Drum drummer currently in the Bahia region of Brazil.
Drumming traditions are alive and well. Viva a bateria!
We love this music. Enjoy :).
01/30/2026
INTRO to Drumming workshop tomorrow - Co-ed
(includes both Hand and Stick drumming technique)
Date: January 31, 2026
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Fairview Business Center - Smiling Drum Studio
655 Fairview Ave. N. St. Paul Mn 55104
Cost: $25.00
Sign up at: smilingdrumstudio.com
10/12/2025
TREESDRUMSLOVE Celebration - Oct. 12th, 2025
Honoring the OAK TREE and the life it sustains in beautiful Cherokee Park.
This FREE “Family Friendly”, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (open house format) Drum happening will be held. Hosted by Smiling Drum Studio.
Day/Date: Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Time: Noon-3:00 pm
Where: Cherokee Park, 700 Cherokee Heights Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107.
Parking is Free!
“Come and Enjoy” - Drum Circles, Tree Education, Tree Walk, Guest Artists, Kids Activities, Drum Performances, Drum Education, and More!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: (open house style event) - Honoring the Oak tree and the life it sustains!
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Welcome
-Tree music
-Drum Circle - Bird songs
-Education about the Oak Tree
1:00 - 2:00 pm
-Tree Poem
-Special guest -Local Artist Craig David / Tree project and Peace table
-Guided Tree Walk - Kids games - Drum performances
2:00 - 3:00 pm
-Drum Circle - Story time Drum Jam - Favorite tree
-Community Drum piece - Learn and play “Oya”
-Closing
Booths
-Master Gardener - Carrie Lindon
-Chapter President of Wild Ones, Prairie Edge Marilynn Torkelson, Water Steward
http://www.facebook.com/wildonesprairieedge
-Kids station
-Information on the woods of drums
10/10/2025
12th annual “TREESDRUMSLOVE” Celebration this weekend! Hosted by Smiling Drum Studio!
Day/Date: Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Time: Noon-3:00 pm
Where: Cherokee Park, 700 Cherokee Heights Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107.
FREE “Family Friendly”, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (open house format). Parking is Free!
“For the Love of drums and trees.” Cherokee Park, St. Paul
Drummers that care about the Future of Trees! This initiative was started by Ubaka Hill (nationally known drummer) in 2012. Our intention is to create a mindful model for a sustainable future for drums by providing a sustainable future for trees.”
This year - honoring the OAK TREE and the life it sustains!
“Come and Enjoy” - Drum Circles, Tree Education, Tree Walk, Guest Artists, Kids Activities, Drum Performances, Drum Education, and More!
10/09/2025
The beat went on at the Twin cities Marathon 2025!
SO FUN!
The drummers had a great time supporting the runners with our rhythms and beats and by sharing their enthusiasm!
The runners really appreciated it!
Photos of moments at the Marathon!
We look forward to more opportunities to drum together and support great community events!
10/05/2025
Supporting the Runners Oct. 5th, 2025!
Fall is here and so is the Twin Cities Marathon! We will back on the race course at our usual spot, Mile 15.
We are so excited! Come join us in cheering on the runners. We will have percussion instruments to share!
Location: Godfrey (West River Road) 46th Ave. -Near the West end of the Ford Parkway bridge. Across from Minnehaha Falls. Performing time 9:00 am - Noon.
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655 Fairview Avenue N
Saint Paul, MN
55104
Opening Hours
| Monday | 5:15pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am - 2pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 9pm |
| Sunday | 3pm - 6pm |