Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 5-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!
The coolest event in town! Glow N Skate is a special nighttime open skating event with the lights down and the music up. Cost: $6/skater includes glow necklace, rental skates $2/pair
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.
Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 5-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!
Dance your socks off with Dean-o-Mite the DJ at ECFE's family sock hop! There will be music, games, and ice cream for everyone. For some extra fun, dress up like you're in the 50s! (optional) Register online at https://stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5871/winter-spring-2023/family-sock-hop
Get inspired by artist Robin Meade and use watercolors and Sharpies to create bold colorful nature art that may include the ocean, landscapes, flowers, or birds. This event is for school aged kids and teens. Registration required at events.griver.org (Limit 18)
The coolest event in town! Glow N Skate is a special nighttime open skating event with the lights down and the music up. Cost: $6/skater includes glow necklace, rental skates $2/pair
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in the fantastical musical extravaganza, Seussical Jr! Nearly 100 local student actors will take the stage March 10-12 at STMA High School Performing Arts Center. This show is produced by SOAR Academy, the educational outreach of SOAR Regional Arts. Performances: Friday, March 10 at 7pm / Saturday, March 11 at 2pm & 7pm / Sunday, March 12 at 1pm & 4pm Tickets: $12 online at www.soararts.com or $14 at the door
In this program, kids will design a LEGO car that can transport an egg and see if it can roll the farthest off the end of a ramp. This is a fun LEGO building challenge and a great STEM activity. For ages 6 and up. Registration required at events.griver.org (Limit 12)
Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 5-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!
Kids and teens are invited to put their smash skills to the test, race against their peers, or have a dance-off with their friends! The library will have games like Mario Kart 8 and Super Mario Bros. Ultimate available. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library's controllers. For teens and kids ages 9 and up. Registration required at events.griver.org
Join FYCC for a fun night of bingo! Have fun with your family and win some great prizes. Cost $15/family (includes grandparents). Register online at myfycc.com
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.
Visit the library on St. Patrick's Day and follow the Leprechaun's Trail to his pot of gold! (for ages 4 to 12, while supplies last)
Literacy starts with the littlest learners! Join friends at the library for stories, songs, and crafts. This storytime is for ages 0-3 and their parents/caregivers.
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
Enjoy the sweetest part of spring by visiting the Eastman Nature Center sugar bush, collecting fresh sap, and exploring the history and science of maple syrup. Learn how sap becomes syrup by warming up by a steaming cauldron and watching sap transform into syrup (weather permitting). Taste maple syrup, learn how to make maple sugar, and enjoy a syrup sundae. Cost: $6/person Drop-in anytime, but reservations are recommended at threeriversparks.org
Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 5-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!
Visit Color Me Mine in Maple Grove for a “mommy and me” painting experience for children ages 2-5 years. Each event will feature a seasonally themed piece of pottery for your little one to paint. Cost: $15/child Time slots vary. Visit maplegrove.colormemine.com/calendar to book your appointment.
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.
Join your friends from ECFE for an evening playtime at the Dome! Families with kids 8 & under are invited to run, jump in the inflatables, and play inside the STMA All-Purpose Facility at STMA High School. Cost is $5, and families must register online at https://stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/5830/winter-spring-2023/ecfe-at-the-dome-nights
Join Swan River Montessori School for breakfast (waffles, eggs, sausage, etc.), visits with the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, tattoos with Monticello Royalty, raffles, and a huge silent auction benefitting the Swan River PTO. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids. (Receive $1 off admission with a donation to the Monticello Food Shelf) Kids 2 & under are free, as well as all military and first responders.
Share books, songs, and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 0- to 5-year-olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome!
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.
Join Monticello Community Center for the best pool party of the year! The Egg Dive is a fun activity for ages 6 months to 12 years. Plastic eggs are dropped in the pool, and swimmers collect the eggs that they can use to "purchase" prizes. This activity will take place in 3 sessions: 9–10:30am, 4:30–6pm, and 6:30–8pm. Cost: $10/members, $17/non-members Children 6 and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult within arm's reach at all times. Capacity is limited: Click here to register
Visit with the Easter Bunny at Cabela's and receive a free 4x6 photo! (additional photos available for purchase) Hours vary. Reserve your photo appointment at cabelas.com/easter.
FYCC is teaming up with STMA Women of Today, Albertville Royalty, Albertville Lions Club, and St Michael American Legion Post #567 to host a free community event. The Easter Bunny will be hosting private meet-and-greets inside the FYCC building, so bring your camera to take pictures! Egg giveaway and other activities will take place outside. Register online at myfycc.com.
Hop on over to Prairie Park for a FREE Egg Hunt provided by Otsego Parks & Recreation. Kids will be able to hop, skip, and jump along the Prairie Park bunny trail to collect candy-filled eggs at various EGG Chute Stations. Please remember to bring your own basket or bag. After you collect all your eggs and candy, you can greet, wave, and take a selfie with the Bunny. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Sign up at otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1385
