Week of Events
StMCC Fall Festival
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 (Monticello)
"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
Otsego Prairie Festival
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
ECFE Drop in & Play
ECFE Drop in & Play
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
Fall Take & Make Craft
Fall Take & Make Craft
Stop by the library to pick up a fun, fall-themed take and make craft during open hours, while supplies last.
Community Appreciation Dinner
Community Appreciation Dinner
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.
ECFE Drop in & Play
ECFE Drop in & Play
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
ECFE Storytime at the Library
ECFE Storytime at the Library
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.
Baby Bounce Storytime
Baby Bounce Storytime
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.
Pre-K Enrichment: Dot, Dot, Dot
Pre-K Enrichment: Dot, Dot, Dot
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
Family Day at Making Memories Ceramics
Family Day at Making Memories Ceramics
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
Family Storytime with Miss Hollee
Family Storytime with Miss Hollee
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.