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Holiday Happenings Around Maple Grove
In the holiday spirit? Check out some of these local events.
Winter Wonderland Weekend
The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove invites you to an entire weekend of holiday must-haves including: carolers, shopping discounts, live reindeer and Santa.
Winter Wonderland Weekend features festive activities to help your family get into the holiday spirit AND help you tackle the to-do’s on your holiday gift list. Don’t forget to enjoy the roaming carolers, revel in the Shoppes spectacular holiday décor and of course, take advantage of all the discounts from the area’s retailers.
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15
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Where: The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Located off I-94/I-694 at Hemlock Lane in Maple Grove.
Saturday, Dec. 14:
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- 10:00 am-2:00 pm: Visit Santa and his reindeer in Arbor Park (central courtyard). Don’t forget your camera!
- 11:00 am-1:00 pm: Meet Goldy Gopher, the U of M’s mascot at Goldy’s Locker Room.
- Carolers roaming along the festive walkways of The Shoppes.
- Special offers and samples from the stores and restaurants at The Shoppes.
Letters From Santa
When Nadia Cakes was deciding what to do to give back this holiday season, they came up with a plan they love— a way to make the season more magical for their most valued customers.From Friday, Nov. 29 through Sunday, Dec. 1, Nadia Cakes (11650 Fountains Dr #207 in Maple Grove) will have a mailbox for children's letters to Santa. Every letter received will get a mailed, hand penned response letter from "Santa" (facilitated by the elves of Nadia Cakes). You bring the letters, they'll do the rest, postage paid for by the team at Nadia Cakes.
Holiday Skating Showcase
The Three Rivers Figure Skating Club celebrates the holidays with a special showcase of local figure skaters. Skaters of all ages, from elementary school beginners to high school competitors will perform in holiday themed solos, duets, and small group numbers, all chosen and choreographed by the students.
Skaters from Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Champlin and Anoka will participate. This performance takes place at the Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center at 5600 85th Avenue, on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2:15 p.m. Admission to the show is free, but donations to Toys for Tots are encouraged.
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Skaters from Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Champlin and Anoka will participate. This performance takes place at the Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center at 5600 85th Avenue, on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2:15 p.m. Admission to the show is free, but donations to Toys for Tots are encouraged.
Osseo's Got Talent
Osseo Senior High will host their annual Osseo's Got Talent on Wednesday, Dec. 11. This year, they have added a 2:30 p.m. show in addition to a 7 p.m. show. The event is hosted by Osseo Senate and proceeds benefit OSH families in need.Staying in?
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