Bring the family to Town Center Park for free family entertainment each Wednesday at 6pm. This week's feature is Family Bingo with FYCC! Play a few rounds of bingo with your kids and win some fun prizes. Some seating is provided, but you may want to bring your own chair.
Bring your family to enjoy lifeguard-supervised recreational swimming at STMA Middle School East. You can choose either to pay per visit or purchase a season pass. No registration required; pay on site at the pool. Children 7 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult in the water. Daily Admission: Children 4 and under - Free Students and Adults - $3 Family (immediate family only) - $6 Activity Center members - Free Summer Pool Pass: Individual Pass - $50 Family Pass - $75
FYCC's free "Power of Produce" program is open to kids ages 2–17. Each week that they visit the Albertville Farmer's Market, kids will receive a free fruit or vegetable of their choice that was provided by farmers from the market. The P.O.P. program runs every Thursday, from July 6 through August 24, from 3 to 6:30 pm. Parent or guardian permission/signature required at signup.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a FREE movie at Lions Central Park in Rogers. The movie will begin at dusk, and popcorn is provided! Arrive a half-hour early to enjoy a bounce house and themed activities. Full movie schedule: August 11, 8:45 – The Muppets (2011) August 18, 8:30 – Frozen 2 August 25, 8:15 – School of Rock September 1, 8:00 – The Minions: Rise of Gru
Bring your kids to Home Depot to complete a free, hands-on building project created with them in mind! Workshops take place the 1st Saturday of each month and vary by theme. Find out more information and register for the workshop at https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids
Stop by ECFE to visit your favorite teachers and check out the classrooms! While you're there, find out about this year's ECFE classes and special events. Staff will have the classrooms and gym set up as an imaginary town for your little ones' enjoyment. (see details below) This is a free event, no registration required. Two event times: Thursday, September 7 6–7pm & Friday, September 8 8:30–10am
Stop by ECFE to visit your favorite teachers and check out the classrooms! While you're there, find out about this year's ECFE classes and special events. Staff will have the classrooms and gym set up as an imaginary town for your little ones' enjoyment. (see details below) This is a free event, no registration required. Two event times: Thursday, September 7 6–7pm & Friday, September 8 8:30–10am
Bring your family to Shadow Woods Park in Rogers for a FREE sunset showing of the family-friendly movie Coco! Bring your own chairs and snacks, and arrive early to get a good seat.
The annual Fall Festival returns to St. Michael Catholic Church on Saturday and Sunday, September 9-10. Visiting families can enjoy long-held traditions like the chicken dinner, kids games, cake walk, and more, with new events and attractions for the entire community! More info at stmcatholicchurch.org/fallfestival
"Let's Chalk" is back! Join the Monticello Arts Initiative behind the Monticello Community Center to see professional street artists turn the roadways into art! Let's Chalk is a two-day festival with live music, food, beverages, and craft beer! More info at ci.monticello.mn.us/581/Lets-Chalk
Bring your family down to Central Park in Albertville for the semi-annual FYCC Open Streets event! Open Streets is a street fair that celebrates our community while showcasing local businesses and organizations. Visitors can play games, pick up swag, enjoy some local food, enter to win prizes, and visit with business owners. Vendors may register at https://secure.rec1.com/MN/family-youth-community-connections/catalog
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
Stop by the library to pick up a fun, fall-themed take and make craft during open hours, while supplies last.
Join Financial Security Bank for its FREE, annual Community Appreciation Dinner in the parking lot. The bank will be providing a complimentary meal featuring Dehmer's Meats and served with help from the Albertville Lions Club. This event for the whole family includes activities by Joah's Ark Petting Zoo, The Selfie Co., HealthSource Chiropractic, National Karate and others, as well as a giveaway for a Stampede Traxxas remote controlled hobby truck.
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
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.
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.
Otsego's Prairie Festival is an annual community celebration featuring local exhibitors, activities and entertainment for the whole family. The festival starts at 10am and continues throughout the day, culminating with a fireworks display at dusk. Full schedule at otsegofestival.com
Inspired by the book The Dot by Peter Reynolds, preschoolers in this class will have fun creating crafts using a variety of items to make dots! We will also be reading the book The Dot. Parents are expected to assist their child as needed during class. For ages 2–5 Cost: $15 Register at https://stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/6205/fall-2023/dot-dot-dot
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
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.
(Event rescheduled to September 17) Moms, bring you sons for an afternoon of ninja fun with FYCC! Cost is $30 per mother-son pair, and additional sons are just $5. Snacks are provided, and this event will also include a raffle (tickets sold separately). Visit myfycc.com and click on Programs to sign up for Mother/Son Ninja. Note: If you were already signed up for the June 23 event, your registration has been transferred to the new date.
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
Anytime can be the right time to explore STEM! (science, technology, engineering and math) Visit the library and try out one of their new STEM challenge kits purchased with funds from the Locally Growin' campaign. For ages 7 and up, limit 10 participants. Registration required: https://events.griver.org
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
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.
Use the library's supply of LEGO bricks to design, configure, and build! Try out one of their master LEGO challenges or build your own creation. Finished creations will be put on display in the library. For ages 5 and up, no registration required.
Calling all construction truck lovers! Day of the Dozers™ is a fun family event that provides an opportunity to educate families about the construction industry, while at the same time raising money for Children’s Minnesota. At the event, children can ride inside a wide variety of construction vehicles alongside a friendly certified machine operator, play in sandpits, participate in other fun activities, and enjoy great food from some delicious local food trucks. Full event info: https://www.muca.org/page/dozers-home Pre-sale ticket cost: $10/adult, $20/child 3–17, free for infants 0–2 (Proceeds benefit Children’s Minnesota) Tickets can be purchased online at https://give.childrensmn.org/page/51606/event/1 Note: Tickets at the gate will be $5 additional
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
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
Encourage a love of learning as you and your child play, explore, discover, count, and create. Join the library staff anytime during the hour for an open-ended play session. Activities are designed for ages 1 to 5. Registration is not required, but room limits may be enforced.
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
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.
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
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a storytime sleepover! Listen to stories, sing songs, and show-and-tell your stuffed animal. Then kiss your stuffed animal goodnight and leave them at the library for a sleepover! The next morning, pick up your stuffed friend, enjoy a breakfast treat, and hear about their adventures at the library. Friday, September 29 3–3:30pm Storytime and drop-off Saturday, September 30 10:30–11:15am Stuffed animal pick-up
This event has been RESCHEDULED to September 30. Bring your kids to this FREE event hosted by the STMA Rotary Club! Children will run an age-appropriate course around St. Michael's Town Center Park and "win" a root beer float and medal when they cross the finish line. This event is held in conjunction with STMA Rotary's Cork & Keg 5K & beverage tasting event, and parents are welcome to sign up for the run or beverage tasting if they'd like. This event will also feature local businesses, food trucks, bounce house, and more! Please register for the races as well as tasting at: https://runsignup.com/.../SaintMichael/STMARotaryCorkKeg5k Check-in: 1pm Root Beer Run Begins: 2:15pm Cork & Keg 5K Begins: 3pm Beverage Tasting: 1–5pm