Want a day of fun and family time? Come and participate in numerous outdoor activities at Fort Snelling State Park. Activities include ice-fishing, snowshoeing, fat-tire biking, archery and more! All the necessary equipment is provided and make sure to grab a hot chocolate in between activities! All ages. Read more about Winter Trails Day 2020
Join author Sarah Hanley at the Maple Grove Library for a discussion about her novel Matka. Based on the true story of Hanley’s grandmother during and after World War 2, Hanley will discuss how the book was developed and how her grandmother’s experiences have influenced today and the future. 612.543.6450 Read more about Author Talk with Sarah Hanley
For this annual open house, the American Swedish Institute opens its museum doors for free to the public. Whether you’re seeing the mansion for the first time or are a longstanding member of the museum, come to enjoy live entertainment, bonfires and holiday themed crafts. All ages. 612.871.4907 Read more about Neighborhood Open House: American Swedish Institute
Run like a Yeti for Minnesota’s 13th annual Polar Dash. Compete in one of two challenges by running in multiple races or go all in for the 2020M. All registered adults will receive a medal and either a Polar Dash performance fleece or jacket. Registered youth runners will receive a Polar Dash hat. Half marathon 8 a.m., 10K 9 a.m., 5K 10:30 a.m., Heat 1 2020M 10:20 a.m., Heat 2 2020M 11:20 a.m. Read more about Polar Dash
This show is for lovers of all things canine. Watch your favorite breed compete in the show or attend one of the many programs which celebrate everything from working dogs to hunting hounds. Pick up a treat for your furry friend at the marketplace but please leave your own pooch at home. Visit the Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club website for a full schedule of activities and events. Read more about Land O’ Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show
Join us at Stillwater Public Library on Wednesdays through April from 10:15 - 10:50 a.m. for Preschool Storytime. Come to see the beloved puppet, Baby Bear, who always has a letter to help us figure out what our storytime is about that day. There will be singing, talking, reading, writing and playing at this storytime for preschoolers with their parents and caregivers. Read more about Preschool Storytime
Join us at Stillwater Public Library on Wednesdays from 3:00 - 7:30 p.m. for Family Art Cart. In addition to being fun, making things with your hands benefits child development, especially fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Each week, we'll provide supplies and a suggested project that you can make with your child. This self paced activity will be set up in the storytime room.
Program is free and no registration required. Read more about Family Art Cart
Teens, join us at Stillwater Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. for a chance to come together and share your short stories, poetry, or prose. You can workshop original writing and gain critical feedback from your peers in a no-pressure environment! Network, socialize and collaborate with other teens interested in writing. There will also be opportunities to try out different kinds of writing exercises and discuss topics in writing. Open to teens ages 12-18. Read more about Teen Writing Group
Join us at Stillwater Public Library on Tuesdays from 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for Baby & Toddler Drop-in Play. Join other babies, toddlers and caregivers in the storytime room to socialize and play with library provided and developmentally appropriate toys.
Program is free and no registration required. Read more about Baby & Toddler Drop-in Play
The festive celebration will feature Santa and his reindeer skiing the slopes from chair lift 1 to arrive at the ski school in the Meadows from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Santa will then be available for photos with his reindeer outside the Meadows Chalet at the Big Orange Chair and the Alps Fire Pit Area from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Guests are also welcome to fill out letters to Santa with their wish lists for the holiday season. Read more about Ski With Santa and Ugly Sweater Day
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