February Events Calendar
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FYCC Family Bingo
Thursday, February 1 6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Enjoy a family night out, and win some great prizes!
(Cost: $10/family if pre-registered online, $15 at the door)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=293
Ladies’ Health & Hobby Night
Friday, February 2 5–7pm | HealthSource, Albertville
An event celebrating women, benefiting the Family First Crisis Nursery. Shopping, giveaways, massages, and live demonstrations. (Cost: $10)
More info: facebook.com/events/1773792102925444
Saturday Cinema: “Balto”
Saturday, February 3 10:15am | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, we’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: griver.org/events
ISD 728 ECFE Valentine’s Carnival
Saturday, February 3 11am–2pm | Handke Center, Elk River
Games, prizes, and activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners to enjoy. There will also be food to purchase, a basket raffle and a book fair! (Cost: Free, but please pre-register)
Info & Register: events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg
Wonders of Winter
Saturday, February 3 11am–3pm | Central Park, Maple Grove
Enjoy outdoor winter activities, including ice skating, snowshoeing, wagon rides, ice sculpture, s’mores and more!
More info: maplegrovemn.gov/event/wonders-winter
Library Storytime: “Outer Space”
Monday, February 5 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Make Valentines at Kremer’s
Tuesday, February 6 11am–2:30pm | Kremer’s Toy & Hobby, Albertville
Stop by any time between 11 and 2:30 to make some fun (free!) Valentine’s cards.
More info: kremerstoyandhobby.com/events
ECFE at the Library
Wednesday, February 7 10:30–11am | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories!
More info: griver.org/events
Make & Take Valentines
Wednesday, February 7 4:30–5:30pm | Monticello Library
Ages 5 to 12 are invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day by making their own creative cards and gifts. (Free, but registration required)
Info & Register: griver.org/events
Kindergarten Registration Night
Thursday, February 8 4–7pm | Albertville Primary School
Parents of Fall 2018 kindergartners will learn about the kindergarten program and have the option to tour the school.
More info: stma.k12.mn.us/schools/albertville-primary/kindergarten-registration
ECFE Open Gym
Friday, February 9 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
Shiver Elk River
Saturday, February 10 8:30am–3pm | Orono Park, Elk River
Fundraiser event featuring breakfast, 5K/10K, family fun, winter sports, and more. See event link below for full details.
More info: facebook.com/events/1754935361475439
Free Kids Fishing Derby
Saturday, February 10 10–11:30am | Big Lake Ice Fishing Tournament
Kids 12 and under can take part in a fishing clinic and also enjoy free hot dogs and hot chocolate. The first 100 kids will receive a rod and reel combo!
More info: facebook.com/events/150030242375933
Movie Matinee: Winter Olympics
Saturday, February 10 10:30am–12:15pm | St. Michael Library
Join the library staff for a fun movie about the Winter Olympics. They’ll supply the popcorn! (Free, but registration required)
Info & Register: griver.org/events
Valentine’s Carnival
Saturday, February 10 11am–2pm | Maple Grove Covenant Church
Join MGCC for its annual Valentine’s Carnival, featuring and inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, magician, crazy hair, carnival games, and more! Tickets cost 25 cents each. Carnival food will also be available for purchase.
More info: facebook.com/events/479742169090191
Millennium Dance Mini-Camp: “All You Need is Love”
Saturday, February 10 1–3pm | Millennium Dance Company
Dancing, crafts, and Valentines FUN for kids ages 3–6 (Cost: $30)
Info & Register: millenniumdancecompany.com
Valentine’s Parent Date Night at 321 Jump
Saturday, February 10 5–9pm | 321 Jump, Monticello
Drop your children off for up to 4 hours while you spend the evening with your special someone. Kids will enjoy pizza, games, movies, and lots of jumping! Call 952-210-1135 to register. (Cost: 1st child $20, add’l children $15 each)
More info: facebook.com/events/291328991393067
FYCC Father-Daughter Dance
Saturday, February 10 6–8pm | Fieldstone Elementary Gym
Dads and daughters are invited to dress up and dance the night away! Beverages and treats provided. (Cost: $20 per father/daughter, add’l daughters $5)
Info & Tickets: stmamom.com/father-daughter-dance
Library Storytime: “Valentines”
Monday, February 12 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Make & Take Craft: Valentine’s Cards
February 12 & 13 | St. Michael Library
Kids are invited to make fun Valentine’s Day cards to take home. During open hours, while supplies last.
More info: facebook.com/stmamom/photos
Evening Storytime: “For the Love of Pets”
Tuesday, February 13 6:30–7:15pm | Monticello Library
Whether your favorite pet meows, barks, or tweets, come to storytime and celebrate your love of pets with Michele. Ages 3-10
More info: griver.org/events
Valentine’s Day Social
Wednesday, February 14 11:30am–1:30pm | Rogers Community Center
Join MOMS Club of Rogers for Valentine-themed crafts, treats, and games! This event is FREE and open to the public. Come join us for some fun and see what MOMS Club is all about. Bring your own lunch.
More info: facebook.com/events/1841712632574335
Valentine’s Date Night at Jump City
Wednesday, February 14 5–9pm | Jump City, Otsego
Your kids will love this evening of games, movies, and inflatables, while you enjoy some time away with YOUR love! Includes hot dog, chips, and a drink (Cost: $10/child, Call 763-777-9444 to register)
More info: facebook.com/inflatablebouncehouse/posts/1879177882152328
ECFE Winter Carnival
Thursday, February 15 6:30–7:30pm | Community Education Gym
The ECFE gym will be transformed into a winter wonderland, where your kids can take a turn at the cool games—snowball throw, penguin waddle, snowman building, and more. Plus, great prizes, snow cones and raffle baskets! (Cost: $5/child)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Date Night Drop-off at PLAYSpace
Friday, February 16 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
Java Minecraft Mod Development Class
Saturday, February 17 9am–12pm | STMA High School
Students in grades 3 though 8 will learn to write and edit their own Minecraft mods and watch their code come to life! (Cost: $40)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Saturday Cinema: “Sing”
Saturday, February 17 10:15am | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, we’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: griver.org/events
R.E.A.D. to Taurus the Dog
Saturday, February 17 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
Make & Take Model Car at Kremer’s
Sunday, February 18 3–5pm | Kremer’s Toy & Hobby, Albertville
Explore the world of plastic models and put together a FREE snap-tite Camaro model under the guidance of some experienced modelers. Recommended for ages 8+
More info: kremerstoyandhobby.com/events
NO SCHOOL for STMA Students
Monday, February 19
Presidents’ Day
ECFE Open Gym
Wednesday, February 21 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
SOAR Regional Arts Presents: Shrek the Musical Jr.
February 22–25, various times | STMA Middle School West
Everyone’s favorite ogre is back! Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek Jr. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. (Tickets $10 online, $12 at the door)
Info & Tickets: soararts.com/Tickets.html
Coborn’s Kid’s Class
Thursday, February 22 6–7pm | Albertville Coborn’s Caribou seating
Join supermarket dietician and super snack-maker Amy in making some fun, healthy snacks! Recommended for ages 4–10 (Cost: $10, Participants will receive a $5 Coborn’s card)
Register at guest services counter, or call 763-497-0182
Kaleidoscope Carnival
Friday, February 23 5–8pm | Kaleidoscope Charter School
You’ll find lots of family fun at this annual fundraiser hosted by Kaleidoscope PTO. Tickets .50 each for carnival games, cake walk, bounce house, crazy hair, and more! Concessions available for purchase.
More info: facebook.com/events/178277879569932
Princess for a Day
Saturday, February 24 10am–12pm | STMA Middle School East
Join the St. Michael Royalty for a fun-filled day where your child will be treated like a princess! Royalty will be providing hair styling, nail painting, crown making, and more. (Cost: $10/child)
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/547969028904624
Library Storytime: “Grandparents”
Monday, February 26 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE at the Library
Monday, February 26 6–6:30pm | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories!
More info: griver.org/events
Design-a-Plate Class
Monday, February 26 6–7pm | Community Education Center
This class gives kids in grades K–4 the chance to make a keepsake plate that they design and create! (Cost: $15)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com
LEGO Lab
Tuesday, February 27 4:30–5:30pm | St. Michael Library
Kids ages 5–12 are invited to an hour of building fun. Library staff will give you a theme to get started, and your imagination can do the rest! (Free, but registration required)
Info & Register: griver.org/events
Glow ‘N Skate
Wednesday, February 28 6–7:15pm | Rogers Ice Arena
Open skating at the coolest event in town!
Cost: $5 includes glow necklace (Skate rental: $2)
More info: facebook.com/events/117362502307878
Ongoing Activities
St. Michael Cinema $1 Movie Series
Saturdays 11am, Sundays 12pm, Wednesdays 12pm & 6:45pm
- February 3-7: An American Tale
- February 10-14: Happy Feet
- February 17-21: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
- February 24-28: The Lego Movie
ECFE Drop In & Play
Mondays & Fridays 9–10am (closed Feb. 19) | 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, Wednesdays 1–2:30 pm
Jon Anstett Gymastics St. Michael • Tuesdays 9–10am
Gym Nation Buffalo • Tuesdays 12:15–1:15pm, Fridays 12:15-1:15pm, Saturdays 1-2pm
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