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Saturday, March 23, 2013

April Showers, Weather and Spring Babies: Outings for Kids in the Three Rivers Park District

Mark your calendar for a variety of low-cost activities for children April 7-13, 2013. Reservations are required for some event.

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Spring, Snakes and Syrup: Preschool Activities in Three Rivers Parks District

Preschoolers in the west metro can check out a variety of nature-related activities throughout March 11-14, 2013.

The following information was provided by Three Rivers Park District. Preschool Drop-Off: Kits & Cubs: Colors in Nature Monday, March 11, from 1-3 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Drop off your kids to explore nature in spring. They will discover the natural world through hands-on learning including stories, art, songs, games, play activities, and hikes. A snack is included. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #212216-21. This program is for ages 4-5. My Preschooler and Me: Puppet Escapades: Is it Spring Yet? Tuesday, March 12, from 10-11 a.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Minneapolis. Join …

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Sunday, December 23, 2012

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 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 …

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Five Free Places to Find Sledding Hills in Three Rivers Parks

Plus, a few other sledding and snow tubing options at west metro parks.

Looking for a place to sled this winter? Here are five places in Three Rivers Parks to find sledding hills. Click on the park name for more information. Sledding hills are unsupervised, according to the Three Rivers Park District website and children should be accompanied by an adult. If conditions are poor or in cases of cold temperatures, hills could be closed. Snow tubing is an option as well, for a fee, at the Elm Creek Park Reserve. Looking for a sledding hill outside of a Three Rivers Park?  You might want to check out:

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Children’s Activities at Three Rivers Parks

Feed the birds and learn about turkeys with upcoming Three Rivers parks activities for Nov. 20-21, 2012 in the north metro.

The following was provided by Three Rivers Park District. Space may be limited Doodlebugs Tuesday, Nov. 20, 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 #437816-11. This program is for ages 4-5. My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades — Turkeys Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 10-11 a.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Brooklyn Center. Join in turkey’s adventures. After the show…

Saturday, November 10, 2012

On the Farm at Three Rivers Parks

Three Rivers Park Reserve offers several programs Nov. 17, 2012 to get back to the basics. Preregistration is required.

Information provided by Three Rivers Park District Beginning Spinning with Drop Spindle Learn to spin using an ancient tools — the drop spindle. On Saturday, Nov.17, from 1-4 p.m., at Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista, Wendy Johnson of Saga Hills Design will teach a simple way to hand-spin. Meet Gale Woods sheep and use their processed wool. Cost includes all supplies including a drop spindle that you take home. Cost is $40 and reservations are required by November 13. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437425-07. This program is for ages 12+.  Introduction to Lard Just in time for holiday baking and cooking. Saturday, Nov. 17, from 2-4 p.m., at Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista learn about lard, from rendering …

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Children's Programs in Three Rivers Park District for November

Several parks in the north metro have kid-friendly programs Nov. 11-14, 2012, including turkey and nature related activities. Preregistration is required.

Provided by Three Rivers Park District My Preschooler & Me: Nature Discoveries — I’m a Turkey! Sunday, Nov. 11, from 2:30-4 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Explore nature with your preschooler as you both participate in hands-on discoveries. Listen to the book “I’m a Turkey,” by Jim Arnosky. Examine turkey artifacts, hike in search of wild turkeys, and put out some corn. Design a turkey art project, play turkey games, and dance the turkey pokey. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412203-12. This program is for ages 2-5. Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs — Nature’s Camouflage Monday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m.-noon, or 1-3 p.m., at …

Saturday, November 3, 2012

A Look Ahead: Family Activities at Three Rivers Parks

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.

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, …

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Local Halloween Activities

Looking for something to do this weekend or next? Enjoy these Three Rivers Parks Halloween events.

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