Celebrate Black History Month
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Activities include arts and crafts, cookie making, treats. Enroll now.
30 events found.
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Valentine Heart Scavenger Hunt
Hearts for all at the Valentine Heart Scavenger Hunt! We're putting out candy, plastic, paper hearts around the recreation center, playground and fields. See how many you and your family can find! Stop on in the building for hot chocolate afterwards and show staff all the hearts you found!
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Toddler Valentine’s Day Party
A special Valentine's Day party for young children and their parents. Event is FREE to attend and is for children under 6-years-old. Games, music and more will be offered for a fun celebration! Pre-registration is required.
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Knitting Near Nature
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States11:30 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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Loring Park Winter Chill Fest
Embrace the snow and cold, dress for the weather and have snow much fun enjoying some outdoor winter fun activities including snowshoeing, sledding, a story walk, and bonfire with marshmallows and hot chocolate. Snowshoes and sleds will be available for use and is a free event for all ages (6+ inches of snow required).
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Special Edition: Valentine’s Day Lunch and a Movie
McRae is adding a special edition, Valentine's Day Dinner and a Movie! Youth are invited to join us for dinner and a PG rated movie! Kids will also have an opportunity to participate in active group games during this program. Enroll now
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Bingo: Valentine’s Day Theme
Come and join us for an original BINGO game...and maybe win a prize or two. We will have Valentine's Day BINGO for families, along with an art activity for kids. Light refreshments and snacks provided. This is a parent and child activity. $2 per person when registering. Enroll Now
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Irish Dance Party at the Nicollet Island Pavilion
We’re continuing our Dancing at the Pavilion series with Mactír Academy of Irish Dance—just in time to celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day! Wear your favorite green and get ready to step, stomp, and shuffle to the lively rhythms of traditional Irish dance. Lessons are welcoming and beginner-friendly, with plenty to enjoy for seasoned […]
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Noon Nature Stroll
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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Winter Birding Walk (AM)
Tuesdays: 10:00-11:15 am January 20, February 17, March 17, 2026 Join a garden naturalist on a guided birding walk in search of winter birds. Learn to identify common birds by sight and sound. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or beginner, all experience levels are welcome! Binoculars available if needed. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore […]
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Winter Birding Walk (PM)
Tuesdays: 1-2:15 pm January 20, February 17, March 17, 2026 Join a garden naturalist on a guided birding walk in search of winter birds. Learn to identify common birds by sight and sound. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or beginner, all experience levels are welcome! Binoculars available if needed. Meet at The Trailhead, 1221 Theodore […]
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Knitting Near Nature
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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Celebrate Black History Month
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Activities include arts and crafts, cookie making, treats.
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Nature Storytime at The Trailhead
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 […]
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Black History Month/Youth Story Time/Crafts
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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park
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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park
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 […]
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Groovin’ Through History: A Black History Month DJ Dance
Loring Park Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesGet 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, […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Water Works Park
Water Works at Mill Ruins Park 425 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDrop 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 […]
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Ice Lantern Making at Graco Park
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 […]
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Chilly Chili Fest
Bryant Square Park 3101 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Noon Nature Stroll
Wirth Lake Beach 3200 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MNMondays: 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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Winter Nature Walk (AM)
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTuesdays: 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.
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Winter Nature Walk (PM)
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTuesdays: 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.
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Black History Month Movie Night
Loring Park Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Nature Storytime at The Trailhead
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThursdays: 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 […]
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Black History Month/Youth Story Time/Crafts
Brackett Field Park 2728 S 39th Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesCome 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 […]
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Knitting Near Nature
The Trailhead 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, United States11:30 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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Fulton Lunar New Year Celebration
Pershing Park 3523 W 48th St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesFulton'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 […]
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