It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And if you’re hoping to meet jolly old St. Nick and maybe even squeeze in a photo of him with your kids, check out this list of opportunities see Santa in and around the STMA community this December.
Santa Photos at Cabela’s
Every day through Dec. 24 (times vary) | Cabela’s, Rogers
Enjoy the Santa Wonderland Christmas experience and get a FREE 4×6 photo with Santa! Activities include crafts, toy demos, and an opportunity to write a letter to Santa. Arrive early to reserve your spot.
More info: facebook.com/pg/CabelasRogersMN/events
Santa Visits Corcoran
Saturday, December 1 9am–12pm | Corcoran City Hall
Join the Northwest Area Jaycees as Santa stops by to hear Christmas wishes and get photos taken with everyone. Each kid will get a present from under the Jaycee’s Christmas tree. A pancake breakfast will also be served. (Free, food shelf donation appreciated)
More info: facebook.com/events/290204088481456
Children’s Holiday Shopping Mall
Saturday, December 1 9am–1pm | STMA Middle School West
Children up through 5th grade can shop for inexpensive gifts (escorted by a Girl Scout) and have them gift-wrapped to bring home. Santa will also be available for kids to visit with.
More info: facebook.com/events/311574249640228
Click here to submit your event to the calendar!
ECFE Family Open Gym
Friday, November 2 6:30–7:15pm | Community Education Gym
Kids and their parents are invited to enjoy a night of games and activities in the gym. ECFE staff will be on hand and provide age-appropriate equipment for the little ones. (Free, but please pre-register)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3600/fall-winter-2018-19/family-open-gym
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, November 3 9am–12pm | Home Depot (Monticello, Elk River, Maple Grove)
Celebrate Veteran’s Day in this hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a custom military helicopter model to spark a conversation with a veteran. (Free; Ages 5–12)
Info & Register: homedepot.com/workshops
ECFE at the Library
Wednesday, November 7 10:30–11am | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories! (Ages 0–6)
More info: griver.org/events
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Albertville Lions Pumpkin Party
Thursday, October 4 4–6pm | Central Park, Albertville
Kids ages 10 and under can join the Albertville Lions Club for pumpkin games and fun! Kids will receive a pumpkin and treats, while supplies last.
More info: facebook.com/albertvillelionsclub/photos
Coborn’s Kids Class: “Spook-tacular Haloween Treats”
Tuesday, October 9 6:30–7:30pm | Coborn’s, Albertville
Kids are invited to join dietician Amy to create some “spook-tacular” fall treats! Class takes place in the Caribou Coffee seating area, and parents must be present throughout the class. (Cost: $10/child)
Info & Register: coborns.wufoo.com/forms/wwu0gzc00wxtm6
Otsego Pumpkin Patch Zombie Run
Saturday, October 13 9–10am | Prairie Park, Otsego
Kids ages 3–13 will on a course from start to finish while trying to avoid being “bitten” (stickered) by the “zombies” that roam the course. Kids will run in age groups and may run with a parent. (Cost: $20, includes t-shirt if registered by Oct. 1)
Info & Register: otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program?category=3
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Library Storytime: “Unicorns & Horns”
Monday, October 1 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Apple Jack’s Field Trip
Monday, October 1 9:45am–12:30pm
Join your friends from ECFE for a day of fun at the apple orchard! The bus leaves from St. Michael Elementary and will transport parents and kids of all ages to the farm to learn about how apples are harvested and made into delicious treats. (Cost: $10/person, chaperones must pay fee)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3621/fall-winter-2018-19/apple-jacks-field-trip
Albertville Lions Pumpkin Party
Thursday, October 4 4–6pm | Central Park, Albertville
Kids ages 10 and under can join the Albertville Lions Club for pumpkin games and fun! Kids will receive a pumpkin and treats, while supplies last.
More info: facebook.com/albertvillelionsclub/photos
This weekend my daughter and I got to grab a sneak peek at the brand new Fresh Acres Corn Maze and all the other fun fall activities they’re preparing for their grand opening on Saturday, September 22.
Zeke Berg and his hard-working kids gave us a tour of their property that features a 5-acre corn maze, corn pit, hay bale maze, petting zoo, lawn games, and more. Plus, every weekend from now through October they’ll also be bringing in food vendors and inflatables to help make your visit to Fresh Acres something the whole family will enjoy!