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Stars, Space and Kicksled: Children’s Activities in Three Rivers Park District
Plan your January 2013 winter outings children's events offered at the Three Rivers Park District.
The following events are offered Jan. 6-12, 2013 in the Three Rivers Park District. Some activities do require preregistration. For more information on registration, visit the Three Rivers Park District website or call 763-559-6700.
Information provided by Three Rivers Park District.
Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs: Stars & Stripes
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Monday, Jan. 7, from 1-3 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove. Drop off the kids to discover the wonders of space. Make a glow-in-the-dark project, sing space songs, and eat a galactic snack. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112216-23. This program is for ages 4-5.
My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades-Winter Animal Survival
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Monday, January 7, from 10-11 a.m., at Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista. Come hear all about the adventures of our farm puppet friends. This is an adult-child class. Families welcome. Adults must accompany children and pay program fee. Cost is $4 and reservations are required by Jan. 3. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #137403-40. This program is for ages 1-9.
Doodlebugs
Tuesday, Jan. 8, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1-3 p.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Each week's activities are based on a different children's book with a nature-inspired art theme. Dress for the weather and bring a light snack, water bottle, and a bag to keep all your projects together. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #137816-09 for the morning session, or #137816-21 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.
My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades: Mystery Tracks
Tuesday, Jan. 8, from 10-11 a.m., at Eastman Nature Center in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove. Mysterious tracks have been found by the puppets. Help them unravel the clues. Go on a winter hike after the show. Cost is $4 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112203-05. This program is for ages 2-6 with an adult.
Preschool Drop-Off: Kits & Cubs: All About Animals: Animal Tracks
Tuesday, Jan. 8, from 1-3 p.m., at Richardson Nature Center in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Drop off your kids to investigate All about Animals in winter in Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Explore animal tracks, make a craft, and enjoy a snack brought from home. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112916-04. This program is for ages 4-5.
Preschool Drop-off: Outdoor Kids Club - I Can Kicksled!
Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 1-3 p.m., at French Regional Park, Plymouth. Have fun learning to push a kicksled, and then take a ride on one as someone pushes for you. Reservations required. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #125116-01. This program is for ages 4-5.
Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs: Stars & Space
Thursday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m.-12 noon, or 1-3 p.m., at, Fish Lake Regional Park, Maple Grove. Drop off the kids to discover the wonders of space. Make a glow-in-the-dark project, sing space songs, and eat a galactic snack. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #115916-03 for the morning session, or #115916-23 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.
My Preschooler & Me: Winter Birds
Thursday, Jan. 10, from 10-11:30 a.m., at Richardson Nature Center in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Together explore indoor activity stations, watch birds from the Wildlife Viewing Room, sing like a bird, read a story, and play with bird puppets. Adults and children pay program fee. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112903-06. This program is for ages 2-5.
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