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Celebrate 140+ years of Minneapolis Park history through community stories
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The historic agreement helping to address racial and economic equity across neighborhood parks.
Learn MoreWorld Letter Writing Day- Drop-in & Deliver Kindness! Celebrate the art of heartfelt communication on World Letter Writing Day! Drop in to write a letter to a friend, family member, or even your future self. We'll provide all the supplies- stationery, pens, envelopes, stickers, and prompts to get you started. Craft a note of encouragement, […]
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Participate in the Public Hearing Speak in person: Go to Mary Merrill MPRB Headquarters on the day of the hearing and add your name to the sign-up sheet at the front desk. You can also call 612-230-6400 before 3 pm on the day of the hearing to sign up to speak. Email written comments: Email your comments […]
A public hearing on renaming Lake Nokomis 50th Street Beach to Al Wittman 50th Street Beach will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 6 pm at Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters. Participate in the Public Hearing Speak in person: Go to Mary Merrill MPRB Headquarters on the day of the hearing and […]
Thursdays through October 9 from 10am – 10:30am Sundays through October 12 from 10:am – 10:30am A fun, family nature-focused story time program. Kids’ nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist! No registration is required. Meet outside the Visitor Shelter.
Join a naturalist for a stroll through the garden and learn more about the plants and wildlife that reside here. Flower Hour - September 4 Afternoon Birding - September 11 Tree Trek - September 18 Fruits of the Garden - September 25 No registration necessary, meet outside the visitor shelter. Email or connect on social […]
Defy gravity with us at this Wicked sing-a-long under the stars! Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Elphaba and Glinda for the first time, this is your chance to belt out your favorites with a crowd that. Steady Pour will be serving up Wicked themed cocktails and mocktails, and local food trucks will be […]
Click image to enlarge. As the full moon phase approaches, come for a guided stroll in the garden with a naturalist. Observe the night fall over the landscape and catch a glimpse of the rising moon from the meadow trails. No registration necessary. Participants must arrive on time to participate as the guided walk begins […]
Mixed Precipitation celebrates 16 years of outdoor summer fun. Join the cast and crew by the Garden of Seasons, bring your own lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the show. Pickup Truck Opera. Proudly sponsored through the generous support of The Friends of Loring Park.
Click image to enlarge. Saturday Mornings September - 8:30-10 am October - 9:30-11 am Learn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. No registration necessary, meet at the Garden's parking lot. Email or connect on social media for more information: […]
Classical Opera
Thursdays through October 9 from 10am – 10:30am Sundays through October 12 from 10:am – 10:30am A fun, family nature-focused story time program. Kids’ nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist! No registration is required. Meet outside the Visitor Shelter.
Join us for a performance of The Return of King Idomeneo by the Mixed Precipitation Theater! This theater has been dedicated to creating festive theatrical events that inspire social engagement since 2009. They travel around Minnesota and Wisconsin to perform outdoor opera extravaganzas and are making a stop at the JD Rivers' Garden in Theodore […]
Calling all downtown dogs! A free off leash pop-up dog park will be available at The Commons park on Mondays this Fall for you and your dog to enjoy the urban green space in an off-leash environment. Join us for the Pop-Up Dog Park series. Staff will be onsite to answer any questions you have […]
Join a naturalist for an afternoon stroll through the Garden in search of the migrating and resident bird species. Binoculars available to borrow.
Join us for an enchanting evening of melodies and memories at our Sing-Along Night featuring the exceptionally talented pianist, Dan Chouinard! Get ready to let your voices soar as we gather around the piano for a heartwarming musical journey. Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or simply love to hum along, this event promises something special […]
Thursdays through October 9 from 10am – 10:30am Sundays through October 12 from 10:am – 10:30am A fun, family nature-focused story time program. Kids’ nature stories and activities led by a garden naturalist! No registration is required. Meet outside the Visitor Shelter.
Celebrate National School Photo Day with a fun twist! Drop in to take a silly or stylish "school photo" at our themed photo booth- complete with props, backdrops, and DIY photo frames you can decorate and take home. Whether you want to recreate your classic school picture look or make a brand-new memory, this is […]
Join a naturalist for a stroll through the garden and learn more about the plants and wildlife that reside here. Flower Hour - September 4 Afternoon Birding - September 11 Tree Trek - September 18 Fruits of the Garden - September 25 No registration necessary, meet outside the visitor shelter. Email or connect on social […]
Click image to enlarge. Bring your projects and join fellow crafters in the garden for knitting, crocheting, and crafting in community as autumn settles in the garden. All experience levels are welcome! Some chairs provided. No registration necessary, meet at the Visitor Shelter. Email or connect on social media for more info: ebwg@minneapolisparks.org.
Join naturalists for a guided hike through the Garden to learn about the unique adaptations of nocturnal animals as the sun sets and fades to night. Meet Naturalists at the front gate.
Barbie is BACK at The Commons! After last summer’s record-breaking turnout—over 700 Barbies and Kens took over the park—we’re doing it even bigger this year. Join us for another pink-powered night of movie magic, laughter, and self-discovery with the film that had everyone talking. Dress up, show up, and let’s top last year’s sparkle and […]
Click image to enlarge. Saturday Mornings September - 8:30-10 am October - 9:30-11 am Learn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. No registration necessary, meet at the Garden's parking lot. Email or connect on social media for more information: […]
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