Bring a Swedish creature to life by carving your very own Mörksugga, or “Dark Sow.” This creature could be called one of Dalarna’s other most recognizable icons (after the Dala horse, of course), and today often appears in homes as a gentle watcher on bookshelves or window ledges. In this carving...
With Ginger Commodore and Friends Experience the powerhouse gospel roots and explosive vocal delivery of Aretha Franklin, the fiery, horn-like rock edge of Chaka Khan’s ‘Queen of Funk,’ and the refined, velvet virtuosity of Roberta Flack! These titans of 20th-century music created distinct and enduring legacies. Don’t miss a truly...
As the largest farmer-managed market in the state, we serve as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist draw, and most importantly, a place to access Minnesota's greatest selection of fresh produce, plants, and locally made products. Our roots in Minneapolis started in 1876 at the corner of First...
This living exhibit garden is co-curated by the Arboretum and community partners. Relying on knowledge passed through grandparents, the Original People's Garden features plants the Ojibwe people of the Woodlands and Great Lakes regions use as food and medicines. The exhibit highlights stories and plants that are often missing from...
Tot time Tot time is an unstructured, drop-in playtime in the Community Center gym for pre-k children and their caregivers. A wide variety of toys and play items are provided.
Sunflower Festival, U-Pick Flower and Sunflower Field. Starting August 13th on Thursdays - Sundays until September 13th! Waldoch Farm Garden Center’s love of flowers and nature has spilled over into acres of gorgeous sunflowers! Come and walk through thousands of blooms spreading down the hill like liquid sunshine. Photo opportunities...
The Backyard Pottery Sale might be the most wholesome event you attend all autumn. In addition to some of the finest ceramics (and more!) the Midwest has to offer, in the past we have been known to have special appearances by: hula-hooping children, baskets of kittens, and roaming chickens. Join...
Come to Choo Choo Bob's Train Store for 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!
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!
Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This program is designed for ages 7-11.
This year marks 25 years since September 11, 2001, a day that forever changed our nation and reminded us of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the American people. Join United Heroes League on September 11 as we come together to honor the heroes we lost, recognize those who continue...
For the FIRST TIME EVER, Utepils Oktoberfest is expanding to THREE WEEKENDS of German-inspired revelry! 🍻 September 11–12 🍻 September 18–19 🍻 September 25–26 That means THREE chances to: • Dress to impress with your dirndls and lederhosen. • Prove your strength in our legendary Stein Holding Contest. • Dance,...
Since 1975, the weekend following Labor Day in Wayzata has been dedicated to celebrating James J. Hill, a prominent Minnesota historical figure and former owner of the Great Northern Railroad Company. Hill, who built the iconic train depot in 1906, played a pivotal role in transforming Wayzata into the picturesque...
Osseo's hometown celebration returns for a weekend of parade, music, and small-town summer in the heart of the city. Presented by the Osseo Lions Club, the Roar brings food vendors, live entertainment, family activities, and a grand parade through downtown Osseo, with proceeds supporting the club's community and service work....
Join us for St. Paul Oktoberfest Get into your Bavarian spirit at St. Paul Oktoberfest, where the Germanic-American Institute transforms its beautiful grounds into a lively festival filled with music, food, and culture. Inspired by the world-famous Munich Oktoberfest and perfectly timed for Minnesota’s gorgeous September weather, this unforgettable two-day...