Story Time Theater is perfect for making your little ones' favorite storybooks into performances! Story Time Theater lets children explore the power of performing by engaging them with their favorite books. During the week the participants will have activities based on the theme of each book. This is a drop-off activity for 4–6 year olds taking place at St. Michael City Hall. Cost: $40   Choose from Goodnight Moon (9–9:50am) or The Happy Hedgehog Band (10–10:50am) More info & Register: http://www.soararts.com/education5-7yearolds.html

Enjoy "Splash & Play Tuesdays" at 10am at Otsego's Prairie Park! Each week features a different kind of show. This week's feature is the Wright County Sheriff's K-9 Chase. Full Details:

Delano's 4th of July celebration runs Thursday–Sunday and includes something for every member of the family, with a parade, carnival, fireworks show and more! Full details at http://www.delano4th.com

Elk RiverFest is a yearly tradition in downtown Elk River. Main Street is the place to be from 2–9pm with activities for the entire family! Enjoy free family activities, live performances, a large craft market, food options, an adult beverage sampling area, followed by a fireworks show at 10pm. Full details at https://www.elkrivermn.gov/1529/Elk-RiverFest

Enjoy “Splash & Play Tuesdays” at 10am at Otsego’s Prairie Park! Each week features a different kind of show. This week’s feature is the Brodini comedy magic show. Full Details:

Join FYCC for Reading in the Park. Hear a story from a guest reader, after which each child (infant–8th grade) can pick out a free book. Register at https://secure.rec1.com/MN/family-youth-community-connections/catalog

All school-aged children are welcome to enjoy FREE grab-and-go breakfast items and playtime on the school playground. Click here for full details

Join FYCC for the first week of the "Power of Produce" (P.O.P.) program at the Albertville Farmer's Market. Kids ages 2–17 will receive a token each week to purchase $2 worth of produce from local vendors. The program runs every Thursday 3–7pm through August 26. On opening night only, be sure to visit the Petting Zoo at the market, followed by live music by Tricia & the Toonies at 6:30.

Monticello's annual festival featuring a parade, fireworks, car show, talent show, and activities for the whole family. Visit monticelloriverfest.com for a full schedule of activities.

Front Porch Musical Theatre presents the all-American, classic family musical, The Music Man, Jr.! Bring the family to enjoy beautiful sets, costumes, singing, acting and dancing! This is a fun show filled with laughter and a feel good, small town, happy ending. July 9–11  showtimes vary | St Michael Middle School West Auditorium Tickets: $9 students, $14 adults, $12 seniors https://www.frontporchmusicaltheatre.com/store