April Events Calendar
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Summer Registration Opens
Monday, April 2 12:01am
Check out the summer 2018 activities brochure (link below) and register for your kids’ favorite activities.
More info: stmamom.com/summer-2018-commed
Library Storytime – Theme: “Walk Like the Animals”
Monday, April 2 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
FYCC Family Bingo with the Easter Bunny
Thursday, April 5 6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Enjoy a family night out, and win some great prizes! This month’s event includes Easter Bunny photos from 6 to 6:30!
(Cost: $10/family if pre-registered online, $15 at the door)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=292
Front Porch Musical Theatre presents “Disney’s Cinderella Kids”
April 7 & 8 (times vary) | Rogers HS Performing Arts Center
The classic fairy tale comes to life on stage for three unique performances! Kids can come dressed in their favorite Disney costume and have a photo taken with Cinderella, the Prince, and more. (Tickets: $8 adults, $5 children)
Info & Tickets: frontporchmusicaltheatre.com/upcoming-showsbuy-tickets.html
Eastman Nature Center: Frog Calls
Sunday, April 8 1–3pm | Eastman Nature Center, Dayton
Identify frog calls, learn how they survived the winter, and meet live frogs. This event is free; drop in anytime!
More info: web2.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/mnthreeriverswt.wsc/search.html?module=AR&fmid=24293413
Library Storytime – Theme: “On the Farm”
Monday, April 9 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Silly Story Salute
Tuesday, April 10 6:30–7:15pm | Monticello Library
Join Michele for giggles and gaffs and all-around silliness at this evening storytime for kids ages 3-10.
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE at the Library
Wednesday, April 11 10:30–11am | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class for kids 5 and under, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories! Theme: “How Sweet it is”
More info: griver.org/events
Middle School Crochet Club
Wednesday, April 11 3:30–6pm | STMA Middle School West
Students in grades 5–8 are invited to learn the basics of crochet and make a crochet cowl. No experience necessary! (Cost: $29, includes supplies)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/3136/winter-spring-2018/middle-school-crochet-club
ECFE Open Gym
Friday, April 13 6:30–7:30pm | Community Education Gym
Meet local families while the kids burn off some energy! FREE, but please pre-register.
More info: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Children’s Gardening Workshop
Saturday, April 14 9–11am | Oliver Kelley Farm, Elk River
This workshop will introduce children 4–10 and their adult helpers to the world of gardening. Young hands will play with seeds, explore gardens, meet vegetables, and pot a plant to take home. (Cost: $10/child)
Info & Register: mnhs.org/kelleyfarm/activities/calendar/5198
Star Wars Robotic Builders class
Saturday, April 14 9am–12pm | STMA High School
Students in grades K–3 can create Star Wars and space-inspired robots using LEGO WeDo Robotics Systems, while they learn about simple machines, engineering, programming, and teamwork. (Cost: $39)
Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/3140/winter-spring-2018/star-wars-robotic-builders
Eastman Nature Center: Feeding Frenzy
Sunday, April 15 1–3pm | Eastman Nature Center, Dayton
Watch as salamanders snack, toads and turtles taste, frogs feed, and snakes swallow! This event is free; drop in anytime.
More info: web2.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/mnthreeriverswt.wsc/search.html?module=AR&fmid=24295828
Library Storytime – Theme: “Fun & Games”
Monday, April 16 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Middle School Crochet Club
Wednesday, April 18 3:30–6pm | STMA Middle School East
Students in grades 5–8 are invited to learn the basics of crochet and make a crochet cowl. No experience necessary! (Cost: $29, includes supplies)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/3136/winter-spring-2018/middle-school-crochet-club
Library Make & Take
Friday, April 20 during open hours | St. Michael Library
Kids ages 5–12 are invited to celebrate Earth Day with a fun craft, while supplies last.
Saturday Cinema: “An American Tale”
Saturday, April 21 10:15am | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, we’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: stmamom.com/saturday-cinema
Millennium Dance Mini-Camp: “Hoppy Spring”
Saturday, April 21 1–3pm | Millennium Dance Company
Dancing, crafts, and FUN for kids ages 3–6 (Cost: $30)
Info & Register: facebook.com/events/154027585416193
Date Night Drop-off at PLAYSpace
Saturday, April 21 5–9pm | PLAYSpace, Monticello
Drop off the kids while you go out to eat or even just back home to clean—kid free! Kids will enjoy a story and activity, then curl up with a snack and watch a kid-approved movie.
More info: playspacemn.com/events
Earth Day Trail Hike
Sunday, April 22 1–2:30pm | Eastman Nature Center, Dayton
Celebrate Earth Day as you search for natural surprises on a casual trail hike.
More info: web2.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/mnthreeriverswt.wsc/search.html?module=AR&fmid=24296034
Library Storytime – Theme: “Read Around the World”
Monday, April 23 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE at the Library
Monday, April 23 6–6:30pm | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class for kids 5 and under, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories! Theme: “Pete the Cat”
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE Open Gym
Wednesday, April 25 6:30–7:30pm | Community Education Gym
Meet local families while the kids burn off some energy! FREE, but please pre-register.
More info: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Front Porch Musical Theatre presents “Seussical Jr.”
April 27–29 & May 4–6 (times vary) | Rogers HS Performing Arts Center
Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, the Whos and more of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters take the stage for a musical extravaganza that families will love. (Tickets: $12 adult, $6 child, or $40 family)
Info & Tickets: frontporchmusicaltheatre.com/upcoming-showsbuy-tickets.html
R.E.A.D. to Taurus the Dog
Saturday, April 28 11am–1pm | St. Michael Library
Kids in grades K–3 can spend 30 minutes one on one with reading dog Taurus. Reserve your time slot at the Circulation Desk or call 763-497-1998.
More info: griver.org/events
Hanover Kids Bike Safety Day
Saturday, April 28 1–3pm | Hanover Elementary School
Kids, bring your bike and helmet for a free safety inspection, and stay for fun including an obstacle course, fire truck tour, snacks, and more!
More info: hanovermn.org
Library Storytime – “Lucy’s Birthday!”
Monday, April 30 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Art Class: “Happy Flower Puppet”
Monday, April 30 2:15–3:45pm | Big Woods Elementary
Kids in grades 1–4 will build a large, happy flower with multi-media materials. (Cost: $15)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/3249/winter-spring-2018/happy-flower-puppet
Ongoing Activities
ECFE Drop In & Play
Mondays & Fridays 9–10am | Community Ed. Room 203
Enjoy crafts, stories, songs, and gym time. Cost: $2/family per visit
More info: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Preschool Open Gyms (Rates vary, see gym websites)
Shooting Stars Gymnastics Albertville • Mondays 9:30–11am
Jon Anstett Gymnastics St. Michael • Tuesdays 9–10am
Gym Nation Buffalo • Tuesdays 12:15–1:15pm, Fridays 12:15-1:15pm, Saturdays 1-2pm
More info, including rates: stmamom.com/preschool-open-gym
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 / Free for MCC members
More info: monticellocommunitycenter.com/youth-programs.html
Infant & Toddler Mornings
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 8–10am | PLAYSpace, Monticello
Little learners (ages 3 and under only) and their parents will enjoy free play and activities tailored to their unique needs.
Cost: $3/child
More info: playspacemn.com/events
Open Ice Skating
STMA Ice Arena Albertville • Sunday afternoons (see schedule) • $5/hr or $7/90-minutes (no rental skates available) • More info: stma.pucksystems2.com/page/show/11927-arena-open-ice-times
Rogers Ice Arena Rogers • Wednesdays 11:45am & Sundays 4pm • $4/person (5 & under free), Skate rental $2 • More info: cityofrogers.org/open-skating