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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! | Children's Theatre Company - Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!\n \nClimb up to snowy Mount Crumpit and revel in the holiday story that makes hearts grow three sizes! In this hit musical spectacular\, the grumpy green Grinch hatches a plan to steal Christmas from the cheerful Whos of Who-ville—snatching trees\, swiping stockings\, and sneaking away with every last present. But when one small voice and a spark of holiday spirit shine through\, the Grinch begins to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with music\, mischief\, and Seussian charm\, this joyful production sparkles with laughs\, warmth\, and a little holiday magic for the whole family. \n\n“Delightfully entertaining.”\n\n– Rohan Preston\, Star Tribune \n  \n\nChildren’s Theatre Company\nNovember 3\, 2026 – January 3\, 2027\nUnitedHealth Group Stage\nTickets may be purchased at childrenstheatre.org/grinch or by calling the ticket office at 612.874.0400. Ticket prices start at $25.   \n\nSchool groups interested in attending Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! can contact schools@childrenstheatre.org for more information.\n \nDr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! has a run time of two hours with one 20-minute intermission.  \n \nThis production is great for all ages. Lap passes are available for children 3 years and younger.\n \nRun time: 2 hours with one 20-minute intermission.\n \nBased on the Book How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss\nBook and Lyrics by Timothy Mason\nMusic by Mel Marvin\nMusic Direction by Jason Hansen and Victor Zupanc\nChoreography by Karla Grotting\n\nDirected by Dean Holt \n  \n\nA Children’s Theatre Company Original Production\n \nTM & © 2026 Dr. Seuss Enterprises\, L.P. All Rights Reserved.\nQuestions? Email tickets@childrenstheatre.org   \nChildren’s Theatre Company\n2400 3rd Ave South\nMinneapolis\, MN 55404 
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/dr-seusss-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-childrens-theatre-company-minneapolis/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:Children’s Theatre Company\, 2400 3rd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family Friendly,Holiday Family Events,Live Music,Minneapolis,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Lindström Public Market
DESCRIPTION:The Lindström Public Market is a curated\, year-round indoor farmers market and food hall—designed for discovery\, not convenience shopping. It brings together the region’s most exceptional small-batch growers\, makers\, and food producers in one shared space. \nEvery product is handmade. Every producer has a story. And every visit invites you to slow down\, explore\, and rediscover what food can be. \nYou won’t find mass-produced goods here.  This is where local food is treated like fine craft. All curated. All exceptional \nOn any given visit\, you might find: \n\nFresh bread and pastries from local ovens\nGrass-fed meats and pasture-raised eggs\nHandmade cheeses\, cultured butter\, and yogurt\nLocal honey\, maple syrup\, preserves\, and pantry goods\nFlowers\, herbs\, and seasonal produce\nThoughtfully crafted beverages and treats
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/lindstrom-public-market/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Lindstrom Public Market\, 12740 Lake Boulevard\, Lindstrom\, 55045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmers Markets,Food,Live Music,Weekend,Winter Farmers Market
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Holtzman":MAILTO:maureen@teapotproperties.com
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SUMMARY:Mini Mia | Mia - Minneapolis Institute of Art
DESCRIPTION:Look\, play\, and learn with your child at Mini Mia! This free program occurs on the first Wednesday of the month and various Saturdays\, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nRotate through various kid-friendly activities at your leisure. Enjoy simple art making\, a gallery experience specially designed for caregivers and little ones (ages 0–5)\, and a movement class. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable\, kid-friendly setting. \nA 30-minute movement class start at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Art making and gallery visits are available for the duration of the program. \nWe recommend wearing comfortable clothing and a front-facing carrier (if appropriate) for this program. \nFree registration is required. Registration opens on the 15th of the month for the upcoming month’s sessions. \nFAQs\nQ: What should I bring?\nWe recommend a front-facing carrier for infants\, and comfortable clothing for you and your child. You are welcome to bring a stroller\, and snacks or drinks\, but we ask that you do not consume snacks or drinks during our time in the galleries. Bags\, parcels\, and backpacks larger than 15 x 15 inches are not allowed in the museum. \nQ: Do you have family bathrooms?\nYes. Our first-floor Family Center has an all-gender family bathroom with an accessible nursing room and changing table. We have accessible bathrooms on the second and third floors as well. \nQ: Do I need to register beforehand?\nYes. Advance registration is required\, and space is limited. \nQ: What if I need to cancel?\nWe understand that plans can change fast with little ones. If you need to cancel\, please call us at 888-642-2787\, or email visit@artsmia.org. We also ask that you stay home if you or your child is sick. \nLocation\nTarget Reception Hall \nCost\nFree; registration required \nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, November 4\, 2026\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, November 28\, 2026\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, December 2\, 2026\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, December 26\, 2026\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, January 6\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, January 23\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, February 3\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, February 27\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, March 3\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, March 27\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, April 7\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, April 17\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, May 5\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, May 22\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nWednesday\, June 2\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm \nSaturday\, June 26\, 2027\n10:00 am to 12:30 pm
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/mini-mia-mia-minneapolis-institute-of-art/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 Third Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Minneapolis
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SUMMARY:Wild Beauty: The Botanical Art of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium | Bell Museum - St Paul
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of a special place in the Twin Cities! The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is the oldest public native plant garden in the United States. Located in the heart of Minneapolis\, it brings together a diverse collection of plants in woodland\, wetland\, and meadow habitats in just 18 acres. This unique garden started by Eloise (and others) has been carefully cultivated over 120 years by many hands into the wondrous place it is today. \nThe Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Florilegium captures the intimate details of the beautiful wild plants of this garden. A florilegium is a compendium of illustrations of the plants in a particular place\, as a visual and historical record. Created by artists of the Minnesota School of Botanical Art\, the project reclaims a centuries old form to highlight a special\, public place that’s important today. It carries on a tradition of botanical illustration that brings together art and science to create accurate\, yet expressive\, depictions of living plants. \nThis all-ages exhibition centers on the 111 watercolors of the florilegium. It includes hands-on activities\, such as a collaborative garden mural and an opportunity to learn to draw plants\, as well as a video projection and collections highlights\, including specimens collected by Eloise Butler herself for the University of Minnesota Herbarium. \nThis is a Weekly Recurring Event\nRuns from Sep 26\, 2026 to Jan 3\, 2027 and happens every:\nWednesdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)\nThursdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)\nFridays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)\nSaturdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)\nSundays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/wild-beauty-the-botanical-art-of-the-eloise-butler-wildflower-garden-florilegium-bell-museum-st-paul/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Bell Museum\, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West\, St Paul\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,St Paul
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SUMMARY:Fine Craft Collective: Holiday Shopping | Northfield Arts Guild
DESCRIPTION:Make a holiday day trip to Northfield and discover the Fine Craft Collective\, a five-week pop-up gallery featuring original work by approximately 25 juried regional artists. \nNow in its 23rd year\, the Fine Craft Collective brings together ceramics\, jewelry\, textiles\, wood\, glass\, painting\, printmaking\, ornaments\, home goods\, and more. More than half of the participating artists are established career artists\, and shoppers will find everything from affordable handmade gifts to one-of-a-kind works of art. \nUnlike a one-weekend holiday market\, the gallery is open six days a week from November 17 through December 24\, with artists restocking throughout the season. \nJust 40 minutes south of the Twin Cities\, the Fine Craft Collective is an easy addition to a holiday day in historic downtown Northfield. Browse the gallery\, grab lunch or coffee\, and explore Northfield’s independent shops\, bookstores\, and other local businesses. \nFree admission.
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/fine-craft-collective-holiday-shopping-northfield-arts-guild/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Northfield Arts Guild\, 304 Division St S\, Northfield\, 55057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Festival,Crafts,Free Event,Holiday Markets,Holiday Shopping,Shop Small Events,Shopping,Winter Festivals + Events
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SUMMARY:Jam Lab | Candeza Music
DESCRIPTION:The Jam Lab is a free monthly musical improvisation workshop for all ages and skill levels. Each session will feature diverse practices aimed at inviting collaborative musical creativity. We’ll play improv games to explore the varied forms music takes\, sit in deep listening to sound and silence\, talk about our personal experiences with music\, improvise freely\, and compose musical pieces based on shared psychology as well as chance. \nThe musical improv “games” are participatory exercises with minimal prompts that serve as catalysts for collaborative improvisation. In a freeform manner\, we’ll decide on musical rules for each exercise\, then attempt to perform them in sound. These are experiments with no set outcome; the rules will chart a direction to move toward\, then we’ll see where the improv takes us. A wealth of possibilities for inspiration will be provided: cards containing different forms and techniques\, dice and timers to select parameters\, loop pedals and drum machines to cast sonic palettes\, and others. \nDrawing on free improv music traditions\, these sessions will focus on personal expression and experimentation\, as opposed to technical skill and cultural knowledge. Inclusive free play attitudes of “yes and” and “any sound could be music” will be the guiding principles. People of all musical backgrounds are encouraged to participate. Join us in investigating the dynamics between music\, creativity\, and life through improvisation. \nThese sessions are for: \n· People of all ages and backgrounds seeking a fun activity centered on play \n· Musicians new to improvisation who do not know where or how to start \n· Experienced improvisers looking for new directions\, approaches\, or inspiration \n· Individuals craving an outlet to connect with others through creative expression \nStandard session flow: \n· Discussion about music and improv \n· Deep listening in silence \n· Warm-up exercises \n· Music games \n· Free improvisation \n· Deep listening in silence \n· Reflections \nSample activities: \n· Rhythmic grooves \n· Collaborative soundscape creation \n· Call and response duets \n· Drone jams \n· Composition of complex pieces out of simple elements \n· Lyrical mad libs \n· Much more! \nIdeas we’ll explore: \n· Low-pressure\, easy ways to connect with others through sound and music\, regardless of background and skill level \n· The values of musical expression and experimentation\, as opposed to technical mastery \n· Exploring the permeable boundaries between music\, sound\, noise\, and silence \n· Listening deeply to the present moment\, both externally and internally \n· Connecting with our bodies\, emotions\, and intuition through music \n· Trust\, acceptance\, and encouragement of other people’s creative ideas
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/jam-lab-candeza-music/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Cadenza Music\, 149 N Snelling Ave\, St Paul\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Indoor Play & Recreation,Kids,Live Music,St Paul
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SUMMARY:Northern Lights at the Arboretum | University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Chanhassen
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum as you never have before with a brand-new light display! Northern Lights puts the Arboretum’s trees in the spotlight while highlighting the beauty of Minnesota’s winter and the wonder of nature. The event will feature 18 all-new\, interactive experiences that celebrate the beauty of the Arboretum’s nighttime landscape and transform the grounds and buildings into a light-filled wonderland with nature in the spotlight. Reserve your tickets on the website and join us!
URL:https://twincitiesfamily.com/event/northern-lights-at-the-arboretum-university-of-minnesota-landscape-arboretum-chanhassen/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family Friendly,Holiday Family Events,Outdoors,Weekday,Weekend
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