The other day some friends and I were talking about warm-weather activities for our kids, when one of them asked, “Am I the only one who’s feeling totally overwhelmed by how many things there are to do this summer?”
She wasn’t. I’ve definitely felt overwhelmed with all the options for entertaining and enriching our kids during the summer, especially as I worked on putting together the summer events calendars. There are a lot of options for activities, and it’s easy to feel like you’re supposed to do it all!
You’ve probably heard of families creating a “Summer Bucket List,” a list of things to do before summer kicks the proverbial bucket and the kids return to school. Maybe your family has even made its own summer bucket list before…
Bring a chair or a blanket and watch a movie on the giant screen under the stars in Monticello’s Pioneer Park on select Saturday nights this summer.
All movies are scheduled to begin at dusk—around 9:30/9:45—and concessions will be available to purchase. Pets are welcome if they are on a leash.
Monticello Movies in the Park Schedule
Saturday, June 24 – Sing
Saturday, July 29 – Moana
Saturday, August 19 – The Secret Life of Pets
Pioneer Park (map)
9165 Fallon Ave NE, Monticello
Additional information: Call 763-295-2954
See you under the stars!
Community Education’s Creative Kids Camps kick off next week and are being offered through mid-July.
Kids ages 4 through 3rd grade can take part in these week-long camps that encourage creativity and learning in a fun environment. Topics include everything from painting and printmaking to music and acting. Your child can create a fairy garden, finger knit a cowl, or even earn their white belt in karate!
There are four calendar sessions to choose from, each one offering a variety of themes and projects from a large pool of instructors.
The classes take place at St. Michael Elementary, and the cost is $45 for a four-day camp. Your student can also sign up for multiple classes during the same session at a discounted price. (2 classes $75, or 3 classes $95)
Register online at https://stma.ce.eleyo.com/search?sf%5Bcategory%5D%5B%5D=76
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Week 2 June 26-29 |
Week 3 July 10-13 |
Week 4 July 17-20 |
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Grab your blanket and your kids, and join FYCC for a movie under the stars on select nights this summer!
The movies are being shown at various parks throughout St. Michael, Albertville, and Hanover and will begin at sundown. Popcorn is provided by FYCC, but make sure to bring your own beverage.
For more information, contact FYCC: http://myfycc.com
Great River Regional Library’s Summer Reading Program kicked off on Monday and continues through August 12. The program provides a fun way to keep students of all ages sharp over the long summer months.
Kids and teens in the program will receive credit for time spent reading—or being read to, in the case of the little ones—and have the opportunity to earn prizes.
The theme of this year’s program, Reading By Design, takes an interdisciplinary approach to literacy. It celebrates not only the ingenuity of authors, but also artists, builders, inventors, architects, and other creators who strive to strengthen the world we live in.
In keeping with the theme, the library is offering a diverse set of programs and events for kids ages 0-18. From LEGO building and STEM activities to special guest artists and a hands-on wildlife exhibit, the goal of this year’s Summer Reading Program is to show how much fun learning can be… all year long!
To find out more about the summer events, visit griver.org/events or stop by your local library. (Nearest locations are in St. Michael, Monticello, Elk River, and Buffalo)