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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
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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
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ECFE Open Gym

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

The ECFE gym will be open one night each month for free play with your little ones ages 2–5! ECFE staff will be on hand to play and will end the night with some games and the parachute. Cost: $5/family  Please pre-register at https://stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/6473/winter-spring-2024/open-gym Open Gym dates: Friday, January 12 Monday, February 19 Friday, March 15 Wednesday, April 3

$5

Breakfast with the Bunny

Monticello Community Center 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN

Join Swan River Montessori School for its annual Breakfast with the Bunny event, open to the public. In addition to free photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny, this event includes kids games/activities, a raffle, silent auction, and more. Cost: Adults $12, Children (3-12) $6, ages 2 & under eat free. First responders eat free. Bring a non-perishable food item donation to the Help Center for $1 off ticket price. (Cash, Venmo & PayPal accepted) All proceeds benefit the Swan River Montessori PTO to fund extracurricular activities and supplies within the school.

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Family Day at Making Memories Ceramics

Making Memories Ceramics 9125 Quaday Ave NE, Otsego, MN

On the third Saturday of the month, bring the whole family out to paint some pottery, and get 2 studio fees free when you buy 1! It is recommended that you call ahead to check space availability. Studio fees regularly $10.  Ceramics range in price (most between $10-25) More info and this and other specials: https://www.makingmemoriesceramics.com/events-2

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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
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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
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Library Storytime

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

Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 6-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers, and children will sing, talk, read, write, and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!

Free

Nerf Night at Avery’s Adventures

Avery's Adventures 19138 Freeport St NW, Elk River, MN

Check out this one-of-a-kind Nerf Night at Avery’s Adventures! Kids can bring their favorite nerf guns, while safety glasses, bullets, and fun targets are provided! Cost: $16/child (Adults are free) Limited space available, Email averysadventuresmn@gmail.com to claim your spot

$16
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Open Gymnastics + Music Class

Shooting Stars Gymnastics 5548 Barthel Industrial Drive, Albertville, MN

Shooting Stars Gymnastics is partnering with River Road Music to offer a 45-minute music class immediately following its 30-minute preschool Open Gym time! This event is for ages 18 months - 5 years old. Parent must participate during entire event. Cost: $12 per participant  Pre-registration required at shootingstarsgc.com//page/calendar#/team-events/upcoming

$12