Friday, January 4, 2013
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
Plan your January 2013 winter outings children’s events offered at the Three Rivers Park District.
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
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 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 …
Friday, November 30, 2012
Looking for some family fun with your children? Check out activities at Eastman Nature Center, Gale Woods Farm and more Dec. 2-13, 2012.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
Editor's note: The following information was provided by Three Rivers Park District. Children, Family Activities Dec. 2-13, 2012 at Three River Parks. Space may be limited. Recycled Bird Feeders Sunday, Dec. 2, from 1:30-2:30 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Prepare a feast table for the birds. Make bird feeders using milk cartons, pinecones, and meshing. Learn which birdseed attracts which birds. Receive seed and a suet cake to take home.Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #112201-01. This program is for ages 5+. Free Family Funday: Naturalist Hike Sunday, Dec. 2, from 1-3 p.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North …
Saturday, November 3, 2012
A look at some of the family-friendly activities lined up at several parks in the north metro for the week of Nov. 11-17, 2012, including a frosty project.
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Saturday, November 3, 2012
Information provided by Three Rivers Park District. Frosty Faces – Ceramic Snowman Kit and Mug Making Get ready for winter and create a personalized clay snowman kit and mug for hot cocoa. On Sunday, Nov. 11, from 1-4 p.m., at Silverwood Park, learn basic hand-building skills and decorating techniques as you make reusable pipes, buttons, and carrot noses for your snow friend and a mug just for you. Hot chocolate will be served during class. All skill levels are welcome. Cost is $18 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437811-13. This program is for ages 5+. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a participating adult. Free Family Fun Day: Microscopes and Magnifiers Sunday, …
Thursday, July 5, 2012
A St. John’s Lutheran School student and a St. Michael-Albertville High School student train and participate the Miracles of Mitch kids triathlon each year. Now, they’re taking on a fundraising event in Maple Grove to help the cancer cause.
Eight years ago, seven-year-old Kristina Swenson heard about the Miracles of Mitch kids triathlon from her Foss swimming instructor and decided she had to participate – just days before the event. “I was excited! I came home and told my mom I wanted to do a kids triathlon. I think I had her until I told her that it was in four days,” Kristina said, who is now a student at St. Michael-Albertville High School. “I convinced her otherwise and I loved it so much I’ve been back ever since.” Her brother Kyle, a student at St. John’s Lutheran School in Maple Grove, quickly followed suit when he was seven years old, both training year round through their involvement in local school and club sports. The duo not only runs in the Miracles of Mitch …
Sunday, June 17, 2012
In its 27th year at Corcoran Lion's Park, exhibitors to animals were on display at the Hennepin County get together.
The 2012 Hennepin County Fair included 4-H exhibits, rides, petting zoo and more. The fair's final day is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2012. For more information on the Hennepin County Fair, including directions and ticket prices, visit their website. Did you attend the Hennepin County Fair? Upload your photos on Patch and share your favorite experience in comments!
Friday, June 1, 2012
Rep. Joyce Peppin's weekly email newsletter highlights graduations and upcoming festivals in the community.
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Friday, June 1, 2012
Editor's note: The following is reprinted, with permission, from Rep. Joyce Peppin's weekly email newsletter dated June 1, 2012. Peppin (32A) represents several communities, including Maple Grove. Dear Neighbors, Congratulations to the many high school and college graduates in our community! Countless opportunities and endless new goals are on the horizon as you or your sons, daughters, grandchildren, friends, and loved ones enter an exciting new chapter. Best wishes for a bright future! For now, I hope everyone has a fun and relaxing summer. Our area hosts several festivals and fairs that celebrate and display the great pride of our community. Click on the names of the events below to learn how you can participate in – and continue – a …
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Looking for a fishing spot? The Three Rivers Park District provides a list of lakes to check out for the 2012 fishing opener on May 12.
Saturday, May 5, 2012
At 10 a.m. today, the community is invited to honor those that have passed on during the second annual Walk to Remember.
Friday, May 4, 2012
The Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Department releases its brochure for summer 2012 activities.
