Otsego Santa Day

Otsego City Hall 13400 90th Street NE, Otsego, MN

The North Pole is coming to Otsego! The elves are busy transforming the City Shop into a winter wonderland for you and your family to walk through. The kids will get to see live reindeer, listen to carolers, and greet Santa and Mrs. Claus! Children will be able to hand their letters directly to Santa and receive a holiday treat. After meeting Santa, you will have the opportunity to walk through the North Pole Village Shops and possibly pick out some unique holiday gifts. The elves are planning other fun surprises for your kids, so register early... you won’t want to miss this magical day! Please preregister at otsegoparksrec.com for a 1-hour time slot for your family to attend.

Free
Recurring

Family Storytime with Miss Hollee

St. Michael Public Library 11800 Town Center Dr NE, St. Michael, MN

Join Miss Hollee for this fun family storytime that includes songs, rhymes, and stories that celebrate reading. This event is for children of all ages and their families.

Free
Recurring

A Night in Bethlehem

Christ Church Otsego 15849 90th St. NE, Otsego, MN

A Night in Bethlehem is a Bible-times Christmas event for families, where the entire church building is transformed into the town of Bethlehem! Families will visit shops in the marketplace, make projects, do activities, and hear the story of Jesus' birth from the perspective of the Shopkeepers. The experience ends at the stable where you will find out what they have all been talking about—baby Jesus! Activities will take about one hour. Please register online at www.christchurchotsego.org/children so that there will be enough supplies for everyone.

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ECFE Drop in & Play

STMA Community Education Building 60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael, MN

Kids ages 0–6 are invited to drop into ECFE anytime on Mondays and Thursdays between 8:15 and 9:45 for an unstructured playtime with ECFE friends and teachers. There will be toys for all ages as well as a story and circle time. Parents and kids can make social connections in a fun, casual setting. Cost is $2/child or $5 max/family. No pre-registration required! Note: There will be NO Drop in & Play on 1/15, 2/26, 2/29, 3/25, 3/28, or 4/25

$2
Recurring

Otsego Fun & Active Playtime

Prairie Center 8899 Nashua Ave NE, Otsego, MN

Little ones birth to age 5 are invited to join Otsego Parks & Rec to jump, play, create artistic masterpieces, make friends, and have fun! Activities will include crafts, games, and stories that help with early child development. Every Monday & Thursday, 10–11:30 am $3 per child at the door (punch cards also available) Participants are asked to register with their contact info in order to be posted about any unexpected closings. https://otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1513

$3

Winter Holiday Storytime

St. Michael Public Library 11800 Town Center Dr NE, St. Michael, MN

Enjoy an interactive holiday storytime with songs, stories, and a craft. For ages 0-6 with their parent/caregiver. Siblings are also welcome.

Free
Recurring

ECFE Drop in & Play

STMA Community Education Building 60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael, MN

Kids ages 0–6 are invited to drop into ECFE anytime on Mondays and Thursdays between 8:15 and 9:45 for an unstructured playtime with ECFE friends and teachers. There will be toys for all ages as well as a story and circle time. Parents and kids can make social connections in a fun, casual setting. Cost is $2/child or $5 max/family. No pre-registration required! Note: There will be NO Drop in & Play on 1/15, 2/26, 2/29, 3/25, 3/28, or 4/25

$2
Recurring

ECFE Storytime at the Library

St. Michael Public Library 11800 Town Center Dr NE, St. Michael, MN

Join staff from STMA's Early Childhood Family Education program for stories, crafts, games, songs! This event is for ages 0-6 with a parent/caregiver.

Free
Recurring

Otsego Fun & Active Playtime

Prairie Center 8899 Nashua Ave NE, Otsego, MN

Little ones birth to age 5 are invited to join Otsego Parks & Rec to jump, play, create artistic masterpieces, make friends, and have fun! Activities will include crafts, games, and stories that help with early child development. Every Monday & Thursday, 10–11:30 am $3 per child at the door (punch cards also available) Participants are asked to register with their contact info in order to be posted about any unexpected closings. https://otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1513

$3
Recurring

ECFE Dome Day

STMA High School 5800 Jamison Ave NE, St. Michael, MN

Kids 6 and under are invited to join ECFE for open play at the STMA Multipurpose Facility on select mornings throughout the winter. Bring your kids to run around and play with age-appropriate toys provided by ECFE. Interact with ECFE staff and maybe make a new friend! Cost: $2/child max $5/family  No pre-registration necessary, cash accepted at the door Complete list of dates: Thursdays: December 7, January 4 & 18, February 1, 15 & 29, March 14 Fridays: December 15, January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 8 & 22

$2