Explore the innovation process and learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each activity includes a step-by-step guide and our expert staff is always on hand to help - no prior knowledge required! Science Studio is included in the cost of admission and activities change regularly.
Sink below the water’s surface and plunge into a technicolor dream. From March 24 to April 7, this year’s Galleria Floral Experience, with flowers by Bachman’s, will feature blooms inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna. This free, 15-day experience will submerge the senses in vibrant colors, sea installations,...
Strap on your safety goggles for this incredibly inventive show created by CTC Company Member Autumn Ness. A concoction of sneaky, sprightly L E T T E R S takes over a weird and wondrous science lab in this one-of-a-kind explosion of language. For Preschoolers and perfect as a first...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Sink below the water’s surface and plunge into a technicolor dream. From March 24 to April 7, this year’s Galleria Floral Experience, with flowers by Bachman’s, will feature blooms inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna. This free, 15-day experience will submerge the senses in vibrant colors, sea installations,...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
OMG STORY TIME IS BACK! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 AM to read stories, sing songs, dance a little, and maybe even pet a cat! (Okay, we can't guarantee that last one, but you can wave hello at least!) All are welcome! Our story time is primarily geared towards toddlers...
Sink below the water’s surface and plunge into a technicolor dream. From March 24 to April 7, this year’s Galleria Floral Experience, with flowers by Bachman’s, will feature blooms inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna. This free, 15-day experience will submerge the senses in vibrant colors, sea installations,...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Join the CAT Museum for an early-learning art adventure designed just for preschoolers! During this FREE 45-minute program, participants will explore the museum’s current exhibition, read a story, and make an art project. Pre-registration is required; tickets here: https://www.exploretock.com/cafesjian-art-trust-shoreview. The same program will be offered at 9:30 AM and 1:30...
Join us for a once a month program exploring the creative arts and natural world. Cozy up for a story or song, head on a hike to observe the wild surroundings and create an art project inspired by what you find. This program will occur primarily outdoors with access to...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Sink below the water’s surface and plunge into a technicolor dream. From March 24 to April 7, this year’s Galleria Floral Experience, with flowers by Bachman’s, will feature blooms inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna. This free, 15-day experience will submerge the senses in vibrant colors, sea installations,...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Bunny and Egg Hunt. Celebrate the beginning of spring at Windom Park. Come on down for some treats and fun entertainment. We have games in our gym and egg hunt, and more inside and outside of the building - from 9 am-11 am.
Join in seasonal farm activities to explore the barn, meet animals, discover what's growing in the garden and more! Wear farm clothes and get ready to dig in and be active. Drop in anytime. Program runs rain or shine! Avoid the line and purchase your tickets ahead of time. $6/person....
Head to Sibley Park for a morning filled with brunch and egg hunts!
Sink below the water’s surface and plunge into a technicolor dream. From March 24 to April 7, this year’s Galleria Floral Experience, with flowers by Bachman’s, will feature blooms inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna. This free, 15-day experience will submerge the senses in vibrant colors, sea installations,...
Strap on your safety goggles for this incredibly inventive show created by CTC Company Member Autumn Ness. A concoction of sneaky, sprightly L E T T E R S takes over a weird and wondrous science lab in this one-of-a-kind explosion of language. For Preschoolers and perfect as a first...
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Are you looking for a place where your little one can let their creativity soar? Look no further! Our Toddler & Preschool Playgroup is just the spot for your pint-sized Picasso. With weekly activities including crafts, LEGO play, storytime, games, and sensory play, there's no shortage of fun to be...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
OMG STORY TIME IS BACK! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 AM to read stories, sing songs, dance a little, and maybe even pet a cat! (Okay, we can't guarantee that last one, but you can wave hello at least!) All are welcome! Our story time is primarily geared towards toddlers...
Storytime is an interactive learning opportunity for you and your child to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun. These developmentally appropriate programs help your little one get ready for school and life by reading and playing. Recommended for preschoolers. Join us in the Highland Park Library children's area!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Union Depot hosts Games Galore every Wednesday from 10 am to 8 pm. Guests of all ages are invited to play giant-size versions of many of your favorite games including Chess, Checkers, Connect Four, Dominoes, Jenga, Tic-Tac-Toe and others. The games are free and open to the public and you’re...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Targeted for ages 0-3, but older siblings are welcome as well! We will read books together, sing songs, do baby bounces, and have age-appropriate toys to play with afterwards. This is a great opportunity for baby and toddler socialization!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Join us for storytime every Friday morning! Storytimes include songs, movement, stories and school readiness skill building. Best for preschool aged children, but siblings are also welcome. Caregiver participation is encouraged!
Unhei has moved from Korea to America with her family and has started a new school. When the kids struggle with her name, she wonders if she should choose a new one to fit in. Her classmates decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her...
Join community member Rima as she shares children’s stories celebrating Indian culture. This event will be presented in Bengali and English. The Indian language featured will be primarily Bengali. Geared for youth ages 3 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
Join us for Storytime on Saturday mornings! Storytime includes songs, puppets, dancing, rhymes, books and fun! Open to young children and their families. Tot time will begin right after storytime so please feel free to join us for both!
Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities. The galleries will be closed to the general public, allowing visitors to enjoy the museum in a calm environment with accommodations such as quiet spaces, fidgets, and...
VIP & General Admission Tickets can be bought at the door. Tickets DO NOT sell out. This is an opportunity to talk directly to reptile business in your area! There will be thousands of reptiles, amphibians, feeders, invertebrates, supplies and more available to the public. Bring your kids, and explore...
Our rescue is turning 10 years old this year, so we're throwing a birthday party to celebrate and you're all invited! This FREE family friendly event will include bunny yoga, a guinea pig 'pignic', Animal Ambassadors of multiple pocket pet species you can meet, face painting, games, merch, the chance...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
We are excited to host a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga, choo choo! See you there, Engineers! Free underground and covered parking!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
OMG STORY TIME IS BACK! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 AM to read stories, sing songs, dance a little, and maybe even pet a cat! (Okay, we can't guarantee that last one, but you can wave hello at least!) All are welcome! Our story time is primarily geared towards toddlers...
Join other families with young children for play and community building. Library staff will lead a short program of books, songs and rhymes followed by playtime with age-appropriate toys and activities. Baby/Toddler playdate will be held in the children's area of the library. While this program is designed for babies and...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Union Depot hosts Games Galore every Wednesday from 10 am to 8 pm. Guests of all ages are invited to play giant-size versions of many of your favorite games including Chess, Checkers, Connect Four, Dominoes, Jenga, Tic-Tac-Toe and others. The games are free and open to the public and you’re...
Get ready to “Jump In A Book With Jen” and open the gateway to reading! Experience interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and chants to build phonemic awareness — a fundamental first step in learning to read. Come delight in books and spark imagination through this special time together! For kids...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Targeted for ages 0-3, but older siblings are welcome as well! We will read books together, sing songs, do baby bounces, and have age-appropriate toys to play with afterwards. This is a great opportunity for baby and toddler socialization!
Get ready to “Jump In A Book With Jen” and open the gateway to reading! Experience interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and chants to build phonemic awareness — a fundamental first step in learning to read. Come delight in books and spark imagination through this special time together! For kids...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Join us for storytime every Friday morning! Storytimes include songs, movement, stories and school readiness skill building. Best for preschool aged children, but siblings are also welcome. Caregiver participation is encouraged!
This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery, temporary exhibits, the Touch & See Lab, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowered lighting, quieter sounds, and fewer visitors. This is an in-person...
To bug or not to bug — there’s no question, you must attend the Great Minnsect Show 2024! From meeting live insects and playing buggy games, to tasting six-legged snacks and winning creepy-crawly prizes, the public is invited to engage in all things entomology at the U of M’s Great...
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with Colleen Muske, the debut author and illustrator of the picture book Linden! With its positive message and community-centered story, this tale of a tree and the community that loves it will resonate with readers of all ages. Join Colleen Muske for a read-aloud, drawing...
During Sensory Play, Urban Air Adventure Park is transformed into a calmer atmosphere for children with special needs and sensory processing difficulty. The lights are on low with no loud music. Sensory Friendly Play will take place on April 21st, 2024, from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Admission is $20.00...
The Minnesota Transportation Museum and the Multicultural Autism Action Network welcome you to neurodiversity day at the Roundhouse. All neurologies and expressions and ages welcome with families and friends. Come to be in community to connect with Minnesota Rail History. Roots and Wings quiet tent, free parking, guided shop tours,...
Royal Canadian International Circus 2024! under the Magnificent Big Top comes to Twin Cities at Maplewood Mall for 17 incredible shows from April 12- 21 2 for 1 Promo Code: twincitiesmom This year’s all-new Royal Canadian International Circus, under the massive Big Top, is jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
We are excited to host a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga, choo choo! See you there, Engineers! Free underground and covered parking!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
OMG STORY TIME IS BACK! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 AM to read stories, sing songs, dance a little, and maybe even pet a cat! (Okay, we can't guarantee that last one, but you can wave hello at least!) All are welcome! Our story time is primarily geared towards toddlers...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
Union Depot hosts Games Galore every Wednesday from 10 am to 8 pm. Guests of all ages are invited to play giant-size versions of many of your favorite games including Chess, Checkers, Connect Four, Dominoes, Jenga, Tic-Tac-Toe and others. The games are free and open to the public and you’re...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Get ready to “Jump In A Book With Jen” and open the gateway to reading! Experience interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and chants to build phonemic awareness — a fundamental first step in learning to read. Come delight in books and spark imagination through this special time together! For kids...
Targeted for ages 0-3, but older siblings are welcome as well! We will read books together, sing songs, do baby bounces, and have age-appropriate toys to play with afterwards. This is a great opportunity for baby and toddler socialization!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Join us for storytime every Friday morning! Storytimes include songs, movement, stories and school readiness skill building. Best for preschool aged children, but siblings are also welcome. Caregiver participation is encouraged!
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
Join us for Storytime on Saturday mornings! Storytime includes songs, puppets, dancing, rhymes, books and fun! Open to young children and their families. Tot time will begin right after storytime so please feel free to join us for both!
Join us in this free play time where young children and their families can explore, play, lean, and have fun together. Come and play with various toys, make art, and meet other families.
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
We are excited to host a Train-Tastic story time! It’s educational & interactive! Come hear stories, songs and jokes about…TRAINS! Chugga, chugga, choo choo! See you there, Engineers! Free underground and covered parking!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
OMG STORY TIME IS BACK! Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 AM to read stories, sing songs, dance a little, and maybe even pet a cat! (Okay, we can't guarantee that last one, but you can wave hello at least!) All are welcome! Our story time is primarily geared towards toddlers...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
Union Depot hosts Games Galore every Wednesday from 10 am to 8 pm. Guests of all ages are invited to play giant-size versions of many of your favorite games including Chess, Checkers, Connect Four, Dominoes, Jenga, Tic-Tac-Toe and others. The games are free and open to the public and you’re...
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Get ready to “Jump In A Book With Jen” and open the gateway to reading! Experience interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and chants to build phonemic awareness — a fundamental first step in learning to read. Come delight in books and spark imagination through this special time together! For kids...
Targeted for ages 0-3, but older siblings are welcome as well! We will read books together, sing songs, do baby bounces, and have age-appropriate toys to play with afterwards. This is a great opportunity for baby and toddler socialization!
Turf Tots is a drop-in play program for children 5 and under. Kids can run and play with equipment provided by the Hopkins Pavilion including bounce houses, climbing wall, sport balls, crawl tunnels, blocks, trikes and more! There are picnic tables available for snacks or lunch. Please do NOT eat...
Tot time is for pre-k children and held in the gymnasium. Toys, scooters, balls, and other fun things to play with are provided. $3 per child; adults are free.
Join us for storytime every Friday morning! Storytimes include songs, movement, stories and school readiness skill building. Best for preschool aged children, but siblings are also welcome. Caregiver participation is encouraged!
Join together as a community to honor loved ones with Parkinson’s disease, raise awareness, support the life-changing work of the Parkinson’s Foundation, and celebrate movement – proven to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Whether you take part on a team or join as an individual, move with thousands of supporters who...
Let your little artist explore the messier side of art in this hands-on class. Your child will enjoy many super-duper messy experiences as they create fantastic works of art. They will paint, sculpt, scribble, and giggle their way to discovering mess-making at its best. These are not projects to tackle...
Join the Walker Art Center on the first Saturday of the month to explore the galleries, make art, and get creative with your family! Check the calendar for more details about each month’s programming. Plus, their popular family activities continue online! Enjoy new performances, art-making activities, kids’ films, and interactive workshops...
