The Creative Spirit in Merrill

05/07/2026

We sold out all dinner tickets for the 5/14 event “Farewell Feast & Celebrations.” If you were planning on stopping by just to visit (no dinner) please note that after 6pm would be best! Thank you everyone. Enjoy some random pics…

04/27/2026

✨ "Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end." — Seneca

To our wonderful Merrill community, friends, and patrons,

With a mixture of deep gratitude and a heavy heart, we are writing to share that The Creative Spirit will be closing its doors at the end of May 2026.

When we opened in June 2024, it was with a dream to create a vibrant, cozy space where art, laughter, and community could thrive. Over the last two years, we have hosted over 220 incredible events, watched strangers become fast friends, and shared in so many of your life’s milestones. We are endlessly proud of what we built together.

Running a small business in a small town is a labor of pure love. Sadly, due to the current economic climate and the shifting landscape for local workshops, we realize we can no longer sustain this beautiful dream in this location. We have tried to pivot and fight to keep going, but it is time for us to exit gracefully and cherish the memories we have made.

We want to thank our amazing landlords, Richard and Sharon Schmidt, the incredibly talented artisans who shared their crafts with us, and every single one of you who walked through our doors and supported us. You made our dream real.

We are fully committed to completing our journey here on a high note! We have two final, very special events left, and it would mean the absolute world to us if you would fill our space one last time:

🐎 May 2nd – Kentucky Derby Dinner: Let's get dressed up, enjoy amazing food, and celebrate the Derby in style!
🎂 May 14th – Our Farewell & My Birthday Celebration: Come share dinner or a toast, a laugh, and a final goodbye with us as I celebrate another trip around the sun and say thank you to this community.

Please help us make these final weeks unforgettable. Spots are limited, so please reach out to book your place!

With all our love and creative spirits,

Mark, Kathleen and Natalie, Walter too!

04/22/2026

Its “The Mane Attraction Paint Party” on
Mon, Apr 27 at The Creative Spirit in Merrill.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, bonding with friends, or simply need a night out, join us at our next paint party at The Creative Spirit in Merrill. Boly, from Paint Party B, will provide step-by-step instructions to help you create a beautiful masterpiece to take home.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, bonding with friends, or simply need a night out, join us at our next paint party at The Creative Spirit in Merrill. Boly, from Paint Party B, will provide step-by-step instructions to help you create a beautiful masterpiece to take home.

04/19/2026

Please join us and other like-minded “cookiers” for our Spring Cookie Decorating Workshop on Tuesday April 21st at 5.30. We are The Creative Spirit in Merrill located at 129 N Prospect Street. You will have fun and bring home the cookies so what else is there?

Wee Cakes Bakery is offering a Spring Cookie decorating workshop at The Creative Spirit! This is a classs where you'll learn sugar cookie decorating techniques with royal icing. Plus you will leave with your own batch of cookies to enjoy. Details and registration link listed below.

04/16/2026

“Your Event. Our Space. Perfect Match!”
We have hosted well over 200 events and we are certain we can help you with yours.

04/12/2026

Yesterday, our second event of the day (Saturday) was a Gender Reveal Party for Lily and Dante. What super support from their family and friends, as we had 46 people here enjoying food and cake and beverages and waiting for the big reveal. They are having a BOY! Congratulations to Lily and Dante. So exciting. Thanks for celebrating at The Creative Spirit in Merrill! Now, about that Baby Shower… 😉

04/11/2026

Bridal Party today at The Creative Spirit in Merrill! 40-people for lunch and games and gifts and signature cocktails too! What an uplifting celebration honoring Olivia and Tad’s upcoming big event. Congratulations!

04/07/2026

Our website features a comprehensive list of Upcoming Events at The Creative Spirit in Merrill. Please check it out and enjoy some past event photos!

https://www.thecreativespiritinmerrill.com/

03/27/2026

Back by popular demand we are repeating our Front Door Welcome Mats workshop tomorrow Saturday March 28th at 6pm at The Creative Spirit in Merrill, 129 N Prospect Street. Come and enjoy designing your customized Door Mat! We provide a high quality mat as your base and of course all the supplies you'll need for making this project a smashing success.

Back by popular demand we are repeating our Front Door Welcome Mats workshop. Come and enjoy designing your customized Door Mat! We provide a high quality mat as your base and of course all the supplies you'll need for making this project a smashing success.

03/24/2026

🌿 Get ready to get hands-on with nature! ✨

This late spring and summer, Daniel and Karen—the husband-and-wife duo behind Herbal Soap N Salves, LLC are bringing their botanical magic to The Creative Spirit in Merrill!

Join us for an exclusive, hands-on workshop series and learn the art of crafting your own natural apothecary.

Here is a sneak peek at what you’ll be making and learning: 🧼 Artisan Botanical Soaps 🌻 Infused Herbal Oils & Luxurious Massage Oils 🌿 Confident Herb Foraging & Processing ✨ Soothing, Natural Healing Salves

Space will be limited for these intimate classes! Keep an eye out for our official schedule release. 👇 Drop a 🌿 in the comments if you want to be the first to know when tickets go live!

📍 The Creative Spirit, Merrill 🗓️ Coming Late Spring & Summer!