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Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, November 2  9am–12pm | Home Depot (Monticello, Elk River, Maple Grove)
Your kid will be proud to complete this project using everything in the American Eagle kit. Learn to use a hammer, sandpaper, wood glue and a Phillips screwdriver. Children will assemble the bird, paint it, and add fun stickers.
Info & Register: homedepot.com/workshops

Family Music Class
Saturday, November 2  9am & 10am | Step by Step Montessori School, Maple Grove
Join Step By Step Montessori for a free music class to experience the joy of actively making music with your child—singing, dancing, giggling, and playing instruments together. The class is appropriate for children of any age, and siblings are welcome. (Free, online registration required)
Info & Register: stepbystepmontessori.com/maple-grove-events

Library Storytime
Monday, November 4  Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events

LEGO Club
Monday, November 4  2pm & 5:30pm | Monticello Library
You’re invited to design, configure, and build! School-aged kids can master LEGO challenges or build their own. Multiple times available for different ages; see link for details.
More info: griver.org/events/20/all/all/0/calendar/2019-11

Little Owls Evening Storytime
Tuesday, November 5  6:30–7:15pm | Monticello Library
Join the staff at Monticello Library for fun and lively activities designed to stimulate literacy—books, songs, flannel boards, a craft, and games! For kids ages 3–10 and their families.
More info: griver.org/events/20/all/all/0/calendar/2019-11

ECFE Family Open Gym
Wednesday, November 6  6:30–7:15pm | Community Education Gym
A family night filled with games and activities in the gym. ECFE staff will provide various age-appropriate equipment for the little ones. This is a great way to meet local families while the kids burn off some energy! (Free, but please pre-register)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4264/2019-fall-ecfe/family-open-gym

FYCC “Give Thanks” Family Bingo
Thursday, Novmeber 7  6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Join FYCC for a fun evening of bingo. Spend time as a family, and have the chance to win great prizes, including a Thanksgiving turkey! Please bring food shelf items to help a family in need. Register online as space is limited. (Cost: $10/family online)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=416

Library Teen Night
Thursday, November 7  6:30–8pm | St. Michael Public Library
Teens ages 11–18 can join their friends at the library for fun night together. Snacks provided. Bring a friend!
More info: griver.org/event/saint-michael/teen-night/2019-11-07/54362

Character Sunday at Imagine Church
Sunday, November 10  10am–12pm | STMA Middle School West
You are invited to join Imagine Church for FREE photos with Paw Patrol characters and your favorite superheroes! The fun takes place following the 10am service.
More info: facebook.com/events/575925373177738

Toddler Tuesday at Color Me Mine
Tuesday, November 12  10am–3pm (time slots vary) | Color Me Mine, Maple Grove
Spring is here! Bring your 2–5 year old to Color Me Mine to paint a one-of-a-kind keepsake project. This month’s project is a leaf votive. (Registration required, Cost: $10—includes figurine, paints, glazing, and firing)
Info & Register: maplegrove.colormemine.com/events/kids

Ugly Sweater Craft Night
Tuesday, November 12  6:30–7:45pm | Monticello Library
Teens and adults can enjoy a fun evening decorating an ugly holiday sweater. You bring the sweater, they’ll provide the “ugly!”
Info & Register: griver.org/events/20/all/all/0/calendar/2019-11

Library Make & Take
Thursday, November 14 during open hours | St. Michael Library
Kids ages 5–12 are invited to celebrate the season by making a Thanksgiving craft to take home (while supplies last).
More info: griver.org/events

ECFE at the Library
Thursday, November 14  10:30–11am | St. Michael Library
A special storytime led by staff from STMA’s early-childhood program, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories! (Ages 0–6)
More info: griver.org/events

Tonic Sol-fa Holiday Concert
Friday, November 15  7:30–9:30pm | STMA High School
The Emmy-award winning a cappella quartet is kicking off its holiday tour at the STMA High School Performing Arts Center! Enjoy the humor and soulful vocals that make this a holiday tradition for so many. (Tickets: Adults $25, Children $20)
Info & Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/st-michael-mn-tonic-sol-fa-tickets-67041451787

YMCA Family Adventure Day
Saturday, November 16  9am–12pm | YMCA Day Camp Manitou, Monticello
Join the YMCA for a series of Family Aventure Days to experience a bit of what camp life is like. The November date will be at Day Camp Manitou. Activities may include a family scavenger hunt, snowshoeing, arts & crafts, or outdoor games. Call for details. (Cost: $25/family online or $30 at the door)
Info & Register: ymcamn.org/camps/day_camp_manitou

Saturday Cinema
Saturday, November 16  10:15am–12pm | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, they’ll provide the popcorn and a family-friendly movie! (Call the library to find out which movie will be playing.)
More info: griver.org/event/monticello/saturday-cinema/2019-11-16/54512

Santa’s Arrival at Cabela’s
Saturday, November 16  5–8pm | Cabela’s, Rogers
Bring the family to see the magical unveiling of Santa’s Wonderland inside Cabela’s. Santa arrives at 5pm. Enjoy free hot chocolate and giveaways starting at 5:30, with crafts and Santa photos from 6 to 8pm or until passes run out.
More info: facebook.com/events/2348049312113131

Run & Read
Tuesday, November 19  6–7:30pm | ECFE Classrooms
Explore early literacy through play with your preschooler. This event will mix storytime with physical play to promote literacy skills. Explore books using arts and crafts, hands-on activities, creative movement, song, puppets, and costumes. Each child will take home a book. (Free, but pre-registration is required)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4261/2019-fall-ecfe/run-and-read

Little Owls Evening Storytime
Tuesday, November 19  6:30–7:15pm | Monticello Library
Join the staff at Monticello Library for fun and lively activities designed to stimulate literacy—books, songs, flannel boards, a craft, and games! For kids ages 3–10 and their families.
More info: griver.org/events/20/all/all/0/calendar/2019-11

ECFE Family Open Gym
Friday, November 22  6:30–7:15pm | Community Education Gym
A family night filled with games and activities in the gym. ECFE staff will provide various age-appropriate equipment for the little ones. This is a great way to meet local families while the kids burn off some energy! (Free, but please pre-register)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/4264/2019-fall-ecfe/family-open-gym

FPMT Presents: Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids
Saturday, November 23  11am & 3pm and Sunday, November 24 3pm | Rogers HS Performing Arts Center
See Front Porch Musical Theatre’s cast of talented kids ages 7–13 perform in this fun-filled production taken from the classic Disney animated film. This show features a host of colorful characters and your favorite songs from the movie. (Tickets: Adults $10, Children $6, under 3 Free)
Info & Tickets: frontporchmusicaltheatre.com/upcoming-showsbuy-tickets.html

Yankee Thanksgiving Tour
November 23–24  Times vary | Oliver Kelley Farm, Elk River
Experience what preparations for a Thanksgiving celebration were like 150 years ago. On a 90-minute guided tour, visitors will hike along the wooded trails to the historic Kelley Farm, meet farm animals, and visit the historic house filled with the sights and smells of a harvest celebration. Following the tour, enjoy pie and refreshments in the visitor center. (Tickets: $15, age 4 & under Free)
Info & Tickets: mnhs.org/calendar?s=7370

Gobbler Skate
Sunday, November 24  4–5:15pm | Rogers Ice Arena
Enjoy free skate admission with a non-perishable food Item for CROSS food shelf. (Otherwise $4/skater, free for ages 5 & under, skate rental $2/pair)
More info: facebook.com/events/558934978182986

Turkey Time Storytime
Monday, November 25  10:30–11:15am | St. Michael Library
Little ones ages 0–6 can “gobble gobble” up some fun stories about turkeys, fall, and Thanksgiving.
More info: griver.org/events

Thanksgiving Break  (STMA Students)
November 27–30

Glow-N-Skate
Wednesday, November 27  6–7:15pm | Rogers Ice Arena
Enjoy an evening of skating the coolest venue in town! (Cost: $5 per skater, includes a glow necklace, Skate rental $2/pair)
More info: facebook.com/events/441824093136092

Free Studio Fee Day at Color City Pottery
Friday, November 29 | Color City Pottery
Take a break from all the hustle and bustle of Black Friday shopping, and get creative as you paint something for yourself or to give as a gift! This Black Friday, pay only for the item you choose to paint, no additional fees.
More info: facebook.com/events/445333992774648

Ongoing Activities

ECFE Drop In & Play
Mondays & Fridays  8:30–10am | ECFE (Community Ed Center)  **Closed Nov. 25–29
Stay the entire time, or come as your schedule allows! ECFE staff will be present with craft projects and a brief circle time with songs. Kids will also have a chance to play in the gym. (Cost: $2/family, pay cash at the door)
More info: stma.ce.eleyo.com

Fun & Active Playtime
Wednesdays  9:45–10:45am | Prairie Center, Otsego
Kids up to five years are invited to enjoy games, toys, and crafts each Wednesday morning at Prairie Center. (Cost: $2/child)
More info: facebook.com/events/442210039758470

Wiggle Giggle Gym
Wednesdays  10am–12pm | Monticello Community Center
Open gym time for preschoolers and their parents to use the parachute, balls, floor hockey equipment, scooters, and other gym toys.
Daily pass rates apply (more info) / Free for MCC members
More info: monticellocommunitycenter.com/youth-programs.html

Preschool Open Gymnastics (Rates vary, see gym websites)
Jon Anstett Gymnastics St. Michael • Tuesdays 9–10am
Gym Nation Buffalo • Wednesdays & Fridays 11:20am–12:20pm
More info, including rates: stmamom.com/preschool-open-gym

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