Schools are out and families are sheltering-in, but that doesn’t mean we can’t keep having fun! Here’s a calendar of fun activities for your family to enjoy at home during the month of April.
Special thanks to local blogger mom Ashley at Everybody’s Fed, Nobody’s Dead for collaborating with me on this list!
Fun Family Activities for April
April 1 – National Walking Day
Go for a walk around the neighborhood. Count how many of your neighbors are doing the same thing. Be sure to wave and say “Hi” to them!
April 2 – National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
Find a new twist on an old classic with six different ways to make a PB&J. Then print out this free Peanut Butter and Jelly Counting Activity to work on number skills.
April 3 – National Find a Rainbow Day
See who can wear the most colors! As a family, set a timer and race to put on as many clothes and accessories as it takes to be wearing every color of the rainbow. Print out small rainbows, let kids color them, and hide the rainbows around the house. Have everyone try to find them all by the end of the day. Print free rainbows here: Printable Rainbow Templates
If you have an aspiring “ninja warrior” in your house, make sure to check out the Ninja Warrior Camp making its return to St. Michael this summer!
Ninjas United of St. Cloud is bringing its high-end obstacles and professional instruction to the field behind St. Michael City Hall. The event’s organizer, Kevin Hogan, is a St. Michael resident and 2-time competitor on the TV show American Ninja Warrior. Obstacles range from very easy to hard and include hanging from rings, climbing ropes, swinging, jumping, etc.
Click here to submit an event to the calendar!
We know you love to be out and active with your families,
but at this time we are encouraging everyone to STAY HOME!
Thank you for helping keep our community safe. 🙂
Library Make & Take
Friday, February 7 During open hours| St. Michael Library
Kids ages 5–12 can make a valentine-themed craft to take home. (Free, while supplies last)
More info: griver.org/event/saint-michael/february-make-and-take-/2020-02-07/55668
FYCC Valentine Family Bingo
Thursday, February 13 6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Join FYCC for a fun evening of Valentine-themed bingo! Spend time as a family, and have the chance to win great prizes. Online registration recommended, as space is limited. (Cost: $10/family online or $15/family at the door)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=423
Click here to submit your event to the calendar!
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, February 1 9am–12pm | Home Depot (Monticello, Elk River, Maple Grove)
Create a loving memory with your child at the heart string art workshop. As you help your child piece together the symbol of Valentine’s Day, they will develop hands-on skills by sanding, nailing, painting and more. (Free; Ages 5–12)
Info & Register: homedepot.com/workshops
Library Storytime
Monday, February 3 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
Join the library staff for stories, arts, and crafts. Separate times available for toddlers and preschoolers.
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE Family Open Gym
Wednesday, February 5 6:30–7:15pm | Community Education Gym
Kids and their parents are invited to enjoy a night of games and activities in the gym. ECFE staff will be on hand and provide age-appropriate equipment for the little ones. (Free, but please pre-register online)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4371/2020-winter-spring-ecfe/family-open-gym