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Learn MoreGet ready to bust some moves and groove to the beat at our Black History Month DJ Dance Event! This vibrant celebration at the community center will feature the amazing DJ Yonci spinning everything from classic hits to contemporary jams that pay homage to Black musical legends. Dance the night away while enjoying delicious bites, […]
Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]
Join park staff at Graco Park for a drop-in ice lantern making experience that brings light and warmth to winter nights. Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, placing lanterns throughout the park, and lighting them together to form a glowing community display. Fire pits will be available […]
Bring your neighbors and friends and join us for the annual South Uptown Chilly Chili Fest at the park. Hot chili (vegetarian option too!), fixings, deserts, and a drink for only $7.50(adults) and $5 (children). All proceeds go to support South Uptown Neighborhood along with food and supply drive Joyce-Uptown Food Shelf. Registration is done […]
Mondays: 12:00pm – 12:30pm January 5 – March 16, 2026 Escape your desk this winter and recharge with a Noon Nature Stroll! These regular, brisk walks with a garden naturalist are the perfect way to move your body, soak up some daylight, and connect with others for a revitalizing midday break. Meet at Wirth Lake […]
Tuesdays: 10-11:15 am January 27 and February 24, 2026 Join a garden naturalist for a family-friendly adventure! We’ll learn about the incredible ways plants and animals adapt and endure the winter months. Perfect for all ages! Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration necessary.
Tuesdays: 1-2:15 pm January 27 and February 24, 2026 Join a garden naturalist for a family-friendly adventure! We’ll learn about the incredible ways plants and animals adapt and endure the winter months. Perfect for all ages! Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration necessary.
Join us at the community center for a special Black History Month screening of "Hidden Figures." This inspiring film tells the untold story of three African American women who played pivotal roles at NASA during the space race. Celebrate their achievements and the impact they've had on history. After the movie, stay for a discussion […]
Thursdays: 10:00am – 10:30am January 8 – March 19* Come for a nature-packed Storytime at the Trailhead with a Garden Naturalist. Read stories, sing songs, and learn about nature in winter. Make a fun themed craft as a memory to take with you! Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. Join a naturalist for […]
Come celebrate Black History Month at Brackett! Staff will be ready stories of individuals in history from Inventors, Peacemakers, Athletes to local and world leaders that have made an impact on our society. There will be a story and a craft like Masks, Painting, or writing about the subject. This is for Youth Thursdays 4:00 […]
11:30 am-1 pm Wednesdays*: January 7, February 18, March 4 & 18, 2026 Fridays: January 16 & 30, February 13 & 27, March 13, 2026 Bring your projects and join fellow crafters by the fire at The Trailhead to knit crochet, and craft in community. All experience levels are welcome! Limited supplies available. Meet at […]
Fulton's Lunar New Year Celebration is open to all ages, and it promotes cultural awareness and diversity through community building and educational activities. We will be offering how to play Mahjong, arts and crafts, inclusive children's story time in English / Chinese / Vietnamese / ASL, photo booth station, and a scavenger hunt for all […]
Learn a new skill and try your hand at fruit tree pruning at JD Rivers' Garden in Theodore Wirth Park. Come learn fruit tree pruning techniques from a U of MN extension educator and practice your newfound techniques on our apple, pear, plum, and cherry trees. Tools will be provided. This event is for individual […]
Join us Saturday, March 28th from 10:00-12:00 at Windom South for a Spring Party and Egg Hunt. Egg Hunt starts at 10:30 for ages 6 and under, 11:15 start time for ages 7-12. Other activities include spring themed craft projects, a coloring contest, photo booth and other family fun activities. All families are welcome and […]
Join your community outside for this exciting event. There will be sledding, snow painting, and a fire twirling show at 6:30pm. Bonfires will keep us warm as we enjoy each other's company.
Drop in for a cozy winter evening at Water Works Park and help light up the park with handmade ice lanterns! Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, setting lanterns in the park, and lighting them as part of a shared winter display. Fire pits will be available […]
Join park staff at Graco Park for a drop-in ice lantern making experience that brings light and warmth to winter nights. Park staff will teach participants how to create ice lanterns by filling ice molds, placing lanterns throughout the park, and lighting them together to form a glowing community display. Fire pits will be available […]
Click on image to view the flyer. Kick up your heels and join us for an afternoon of fun, movement, and music at Dancing in the Pavilion! Led by Billie from the Back Road Kickers, this event is perfect for all ages and abilities. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, Billie will […]
Mondays: 12:00pm – 12:30pm January 5 – March 16, 2026 Escape your desk this winter and recharge with a Noon Nature Stroll! These regular, brisk walks with a garden naturalist are the perfect way to move your body, soak up some daylight, and connect with others for a revitalizing midday break. Meet at Wirth Lake […]
Tuesdays: 10 am-11:15 am January 6 and March 3, 2026 Take a guided walk with a garden naturalist – we’ll look for signs of wildlife, including their tracks, to see who is moving about the winter landscape. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy. No registration necessary.
Join our conservation team of volunteers to cut buckthorn! Wear layers, warm gloves, and eye protection Dates: March 3, March 14, and March 24, 1-3 pm Location: Roberts Bird Sanctuary, 4124 Roseway Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55409 Supplies: Bring drinking water and a lopper and/or pruner if you can Host: This event is hosted by Friends […]
11:30 am-1 pm Wednesdays*: January 7, February 18, March 4 & 18, 2026 Fridays: January 16 & 30, February 13 & 27, March 13, 2026 Bring your projects and join fellow crafters by the fire at The Trailhead to knit crochet, and craft in community. All experience levels are welcome! Limited supplies available. Meet at […]
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Public Hearing Details Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters Building 2117 West River Road Share Comments in Person or by Email Speak in person: Call 612-230-6400 before 3 pm on the day of the hearing (March 4) OR Add your name to the sign-up sheet at the […]
Thursdays: 10:00am – 10:30am January 8 – March 19* Come for a nature-packed Storytime at the Trailhead with a Garden Naturalist. Read stories, sing songs, and learn about nature in winter. Make a fun themed craft as a memory to take with you! Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. Join a naturalist for […]
Viernes: 11:00am – 11:30am 6 de febrero y 6 de marzo Ven a disfrutar cuentos infantiles en "The Trailhead" con una naturalista del jardín. Lee cuentos, canta canciones y aprende sobre la naturaleza en invierno. ¡Haz una artesanía temática para llevarte como recuerdo! Perfecto para niños de 0 a 7 años acompañados con sus cuidadores. Reúnanse dentro […]
Click image to enlarge. Select Saturdays from 9:30am-11:00am 2025: November 1, December 6 2026: January 3, February 7, and March 7 Explore the birds of Wirth Lake and Bassett's Creek with a Garden Naturalist. Learn to identify resident bird species that winter in Minnesota. No registration necessary. Meet at Wirth Lake Beach Parking Lot at […]
Mondays: 12:00pm – 12:30pm January 5 – March 16, 2026 Escape your desk this winter and recharge with a Noon Nature Stroll! These regular, brisk walks with a garden naturalist are the perfect way to move your body, soak up some daylight, and connect with others for a revitalizing midday break. Meet at Wirth Lake […]
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