• FREE RIDES – Cajesjian’s Carousel | Como Park – St Paul

    Como Park Front Lawn by Cafesjian Carousel 1225 Estabrook Dr, St. Paul, MN, United States

    FREE RIDES from 11 AM - 4 PM on select Tuesdays May 26th June 30th July 28th August 25th September 29th   Take a spin on the beautifully restored Cafesjian Carousel—a timeless treasure that delights riders of all ages with its hand-carved horses, joyful music, and nostalgic charm. Don’t miss...

  • Family Storytime | West 7th Library – St Paul

    Family Storytime | West 7th Library – St Paul
    West 7th Library 265 Oneida St., Saint Paul, United States

    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 ages 0-5. Storytime will be in Room 112 of the West 7th Community...

  • Nokomis Farmers Market | 5167 Chicago Ave – Minneapolis

    Nokomis Farmers Market 5167 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, United States

    In 2012, Neighborhood Roots was approached by the Hale-Page-Diamond Lake Neighborhood Association about their desire to start a new neighborhood farmers market. After careful consideration, the decision was made to launch three pilot markets during the summer of 2014.  Nokomis Farmers Market took place mid-week on Wednesday evenings –  the perfect...

  • William Kent Krueger Author Event | Acorn Bookshop

    Acorn Bookshop 2238 Carter Avenue, Saint Paul, United States

    Join us at Acorn as beloved Minnesota author William Kent Kruger celebrates the release of God’s Country, the newest installment in his bestselling Cork O’Conner mystery series. The evening includes an author reading, Q&A, and book signing. Come meet a Twin Cities favorite and get your copy signed!

  • Little Explorers | Como Zoo

    Little Explorers | Como Zoo
    Como Zoo St. Paul, MN, United States

    Little Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each...

  • Little Explorers Thursdays | Como Park Zoo

    Little Explorers Thursdays | Como Park Zoo
    Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul, MN

    Little Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each...

  • Storytime in the Library | University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

    Library Story Time at the Arb
    University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, United States

    Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime in the Horticultural Library. We will celebrate plants and nature and foster a love for books and reading as we explore the library's vast catalog of children’s books. StoryTime is recommended for ages 0-5 with a parent, but...

    Free – $20
  • Tiny Tots Story Time | Big Hill Books

    Tiny Tots Story Time | Big Hill Books
    Big Hill Books 405 Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States

    Thursday mornings are for tiny tot book lovers. Bring you wee ones to Big Hill Books for Storytime with our talented Friends of Big Hill Books volunteer readers. It’s never too early to introduce children to books. Local children’s author Melanie Heuiser Hill and other volunteers lead our Tiny Tots...

  • Four Sisters Farmers Market | Pow Wow Grounds Parking Lot – Minneapolis

    Pow Wow Grounds 1414 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, United States

    The Four Sisters Farmers Market is an Indigenous-focused farmers market that provides increased access to affordable, healthy, culturally appropriate local foods within the American Indian Cultural Corridor. We strive to celebrate Indigenous pride, health, and well-being. We welcome and accept SNAP/EBT benefits, Market Bucks, Gus Produce Market Bucks, cash, and...

  • Centennial Lakes Park Farmers Market | Edina

    Centennial Lakes Park 7499 France Avenue S, Edina, MN, United States

    The weekly Farmers Market lets people purchase directly from farmers, growers and producers, ensuring a high level of freshness and quality. Please note the market is not part of the EBT program. We partner with VEAP, providing thousands of pounds of fresh produce for local families.

  • Happy Thursdays | Northern Soda Company

    Happy Thursdays | Northern Soda Company
    Northern Soda Company Campus Drive, New Brighton, Minnesota, United States

    Make Thursdays your new favorite day to stop by Northern Soda Company! Join us every week for Happy Thursdays and enjoy $1 off all taps →  $2.50 mugs, and $6 flights!  It’s the perfect excuse to try something new, meet up with friends, or kick back and relax in the...

  • Lille Fredag Happy Hour | American Swedish Institute

    American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for the inaugural Lille Fredag happy hour for young adults in the Twin Cities with Nordic roots or connections. This gathering aims to bring people together, foster new friendships, and strengthen connections within the local Nordic community. Hosted by Karvel Schram, an Icelandic native and former resident of...

    Free
  • Fri-Yay! | Roseville Library

    Roseville Library 2180 Hamline Ave N, Roseville, United States

    It’s Fri-Yay! Join us every Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for a lively event geared towards children ages 2 to 5. We will feature local performers, special storytimes, community helpers, arts activities, and more!

  • Storytime | Plymouth History Center

    Storytime | Plymouth History Center
    Plymouth History Center 3605 Fernbrook Ln N, Plymouth, United States

    The Plymouth History Center is set to hold a children’s Story Time series 10-10:30 a.m. select Tuesdays each month throughout 2026 at 3605 Fernbrook Lane N. Geared toward families with elementary-age children, the free events are designed to engage younger audiences and spark interest in learning. Each session will feature...