Kids ages 4 to 12 (along with their families) are invited to explore and practice their science, technology, engineering, and math skills at the library's interactive STEM Saturdays. Drop in and discover what you can create with Lego, blocks, not-blocks, marble run sets, and more. Discover and experiment at your own pace—perfect for curious minds!
Otsego's Open Playtime gives children ages 0–5 years and their caregivers a chance to play, explore, and connect with others in a fun and active environment. Kids can enjoy toys, crafts, engaging activities, and plenty of room to move, while caregivers meet other families and spend quality time together. Program staff are on hand to help facilitate activities, but caregivers are responsible for supervising their children. Cost: $3/child, cash only! (under 1 free) OR buy an 11-punch pass for $30 here Mondays & Thursdays 10–11:30am at Prairie Center Fall Semester - September 21–December 17 Not meeting October 22 or November 26 Spring Semester - January 4–May 13 Not meeting January 18 or February 15 Please watch the Otsego Parks & Recreation Facebook Page for changes or weather-related cancellations!
This fun family storytime is aimed at welcoming new families to the library. It includes songs, rhymes and stories that celebrate reading, books and using the library as a family. For children of all ages and their families.
Join your friends from ECFE for a special storytime at the library. This event for kids 0–6 and their caregivers will include crafts, games, songs, and plenty of children’s books!
Get those costumes ready, grab your favorite trick-or-treat bag, and bring the family downtown for an evening filled with candy, costumes, community, and Halloween fun in Downtown Monticello! Start your Halloween adventure at the Liberty Bank Minnesota booth, where families can pick up a FREE trick-or-treat bag while supplies last. Then make your way along Walnut Street and Broadway, where participating local businesses will be ready with plenty of treats. Look for the Orange Pumpkins! If you see an orange pumpkin poster in a business window or doorway, you've found a Trick or Treat stop! The fun doesn't stop downtown! Businesses and organizations without a downtown storefront will be set up at West Bridge Park, giving families even more opportunities to collect treats and enjoy the Halloween spirit.
An Elk River tradition returns this October! Bring your little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses (age 12 and under) to Downtown Elk River for an afternoon of safe, family-friendly fun. Local businesses and organizations welcome trick-or-treaters while enjoying all the activities along the way. - Take fall family photos at the display located in Rivers Edge Commons Park- Visit the animals at the petting zoo- Grab delicious food from the food trucks (Mac's Mini Donuts and hot dogs from Elk River Lions Club)- Dance along to the DJ's spooky tunes- Visit with public safety and utility officials and their trucks- Watch Elk River Lutheran's fire show at 5:30 p.m. on their new front patio Visit the Elk River Facebook page for event map and information regarding street closures. https://www.facebook.com/events/1082060007887632
Join FYCC for its annual Halloween event! Stop by the FYCC parking lot for a fun Trunk-or-Treat event featuring local businesses and, of course, lots of treats! Wear your costume and dress warmly, as this event will take place outside, rain or shine! More info: https://www.myfycc.com/event-details/halloween-trunk-or-treat
Enjoy a morning of Halloween fun right outside Millennium Dance Company! Come dressed in costume, bring your treat bag, and make your way through our decked-out trunks filled with goodies from MDC teams and other local STMA businesses. This event is open to the community, so grab your little ghosts and goblins and come join the fun!
The Hanover Park Board and St Paul's Lutheran Church are teaming up for a joint Halloween event! This event will feature Hanover's annual pumpkin decorating contest as well as a Trunk or Treat at St. Paul's. Bring your kids to enjoy bounce houses, games, s'mores, and plenty of treats!
Otsego's Open Playtime gives children ages 0–5 years and their caregivers a chance to play, explore, and connect with others in a fun and active environment. Kids can enjoy toys, crafts, engaging activities, and plenty of room to move, while caregivers meet other families and spend quality time together. Program staff are on hand to help facilitate activities, but caregivers are responsible for supervising their children. Cost: $3/child, cash only! (under 1 free) OR buy an 11-punch pass for $30 here Mondays & Thursdays 10–11:30am at Prairie Center Fall Semester - September 21–December 17 Not meeting October 22 or November 26 Spring Semester - January 4–May 13 Not meeting January 18 or February 15 Please watch the Otsego Parks & Recreation Facebook Page for changes or weather-related cancellations!