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Family Dome Night
Friday, February 1  6:30–7:15pm | STMA High School All-Purpose Facility
Join ECFE for a night out at the STMA Dome! Half of the field will be available for families to play games, throw balls, jump, and run. This event is designed for children under 10. (Free, but please pre-register online)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3602/fall-winter-2018-19/family-dome-nights

Home Depot Kids Workshop
Saturday, February 2  9am–12pm | Home Depot (Monticello, Elk River, Maple Grove)
In this workshop, you and your child can build a personalized, heart-shaped box for Valentine’s Day. Once the heart is built, your child can customize it with paint and stickers. (Free; Ages 5–12)
Info & Register: homedepot.com/workshops

Library Storytime: “Dinosaurs”
Monday, February 4  Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
Join the library staff for stories, arts, and crafts. (Registration not required; crafts provided while supplies last)
More info: griver.org/events

Make & Take: Chinese New Year
Thursday, February 5  During open hours| St. Michael Library
It’s the year of the pig! Kids ages 5–12 can make a mask to celebrate when they visit the library. (Free, while supplies last)
More info: griver.org/event/saint-michael/february-make-take-chinese-new-year-/2019-02-05/47103

FYCC Family Valentine Bingo
Thursday, February 7  6:30–7:30pm | Albertville City Hall
Join FYCC for a fun evening of bingo! Spend time as a family and have a chance to win great prizes. (Cost: $10/family online or $15 at the door, space limited)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/calendar

Build a Book Buddy
Friday, February 8  9:30–10:15am | Community Ed Center
Kids can stuff a beloved literary pal and enjoy a special storytime with him. Children will go home with their new buddy and a book. February theme: Good Job, Bear! (Cost: $20)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3601/fall-winter-2018-19/build-a-book-buddy

YMCA Valentine’s Family Fun Night
Friday, February 8  5:30–6:30pm | Elk River YMCA
This Family Fun Night in the YMCA Gym is open to all families for activities, snacks and fun. Join us for a ‘Valentine’s’ theme in the Elk River YMCA Gym!
More info: facebook.com/events/1493383560793605

Family Swim Night
Friday, February 8  6:30–8pm | STMA Middle School East
Spend the evening with your family at the pool! All ages welcome, but adults must be in the water with children under 8 years of age. (Cost: $6/family)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/3663/winter-spring-2019/family-night-at-the-pool

Shiver Elk River Festival
Saturday, February 9 | Orono Park, Elk River
This family-friendly, outdoor festival includes the Shiver Plunge, a 5K/10K run, bingo, food trucks, craft beer garden, bean bag tournament, keg toss, scavenger hunt, and special activities for families with kids.
More info: elkriverchamber.org/pages/shiverelkriver?fbclid=IwAR1E0w5RqU4v64UObC-qPFd8OC6DOFiV6zv3gqF4Z4JiMtX_obJl0K_MFoU

Coborn’s Kids Creations Class
Saturday, February 9  10–11am | Coborn’s, Albertville
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Dietician Amy will help your kids make some sweet treats they’re sure to love! This 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/wmzmqhu0kg57f0

ISD 729 ECFE Valentine’s Carnival
Saturday, February 9  11am–2pm | Handke Center, Elk River
This annual event will feature games, prizes, and activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners to enjoy. There will also be food available for purchase, a basket raffle, and a book fair! (Free, but please RSVP)
Info & Register: events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eftecxfua7fdb620&oseq

Buffalo Kites on Ice Festival
Saturday, February 9  11am–3pm | Sturges Park, Buffalo
Experienced kite flyers from Minnesota and the Midwest will demonstrate their skills maneuvering spectacular kites on Buffalo Lake. You are welcome to fly your own kite, enjoy a build-a-kite workshop for kids, purchase from food and beverage trucks, and more!
More info: facebook.com/events/364149287653184

Maple Grove Wonders of Winter
Saturday, February 9  11am–3pm | Central Park, Maple Grove
Join Maple Grove Parks & Rec for its 2nd annual event celebrating winter activities. Enjoy FREE outdoor activities like snowshoeing, kicksledding, skating, wagon rides, s’mores and more! The free ice skating loop will also be open. (Skate rental: $6)
More info: facebook.com/events/858534824538158

Valentines Date Night at 321 Jump
Saturday, February 9  5:30–9pm | 321 Jump, Monticello
Drop your kids off to enjoy pizza, movies, games, and fun while you have a date night with your special someone. Reservations required, and children must be potty trained. (Cost: $20 first child, $15 for 2nd & 3rd child, $10 for each additional)
Info & Register: facebook.com/events/282863075729797

Father-Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance
Saturday, February 9  6–8pm | Fieldstone Elementary
Join FYCC for its annual father-daughter dance! You and your little one(s) can enjoy a dance, snacks, raffle, princesses, and more. Register online by February 7. (Cost: $30 per father/daughter, each additional daughter $5)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=364

Library Storytime: “Valentine”
Monday, February 11  Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
Join the library staff for stories, arts, and crafts. (Registration not required; crafts provided while supplies last)
More info: griver.org/events

ECFE Movie Night at St. Michael Cinema
Monday, February 11  5–7pm | St. Michael Cinema
Families with children 8 and under are invited to a night at the movie theatre! St. Michael Cinema will be bringing a family favorite to the big screen. Bring a blanket or a stuffed friend to snuggle during the show. Free Popcorn! (Cost: $5/family, Register online)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3916/winter-spring-2019%E2%80%941/ecfe-movie-night

ECFE “Happy Hearts”
Monday, February 11  6:30–7:30pm | Community Education Center
Kids 0–5 will gather to make friendship bracelets, paint a masterpiece, create a surprise, and play games. Your hearts will be full after this hour of fun. (Cost: $8/child)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3607/fall-winter-2018-19/happy-hearts

ECFE at the Library
Wednesday, February 13  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

ECFE Family Open Gym
Wednesday, February 13  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 online)
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com/course/ecfe/3600/fall-winter-2018-19/family-open-gym

MOMS Club Valentine’s Day Social
Thursday, February 14  11:30am–1:30pm | Rogers Community Center
Pack a lunch and join MOMS Club of Rogers for Valentine-themed crafts, treats, and games. This event is free and open to the public. While you’re there, you can also find out more about what MOMS Club is all about!
More info: facebook.com/events/758328964546779

NO SCHOOL (STMA Students)
Friday, February 15

Shooting Stars Ninja Night
Friday, February 15  6:30–8pm | Shooting Stars Gymnastics Club
Ages 5 and up are invited to crawl, jump, flip, and run through obstacle course challenges using the ninja skills taught by Master Ninja Instructors! Kids will participate in ninja training activities working on agility, strength & coordination. (Cost: $12/participant)
Info & Register: facebook.com/events/2283281961888030

Valentines Glow-in-the-Dark Park
Friday, February 15  6–8:30pm | World Taekwondo Academy, Rockford
Have a blast with dodgeball, Nerf target, a dance party, and more in a fun, glow-in-the-dark arena. (Cost: $10/person)
More info: facebook.com/wtarockford/posts/2240847605935550

Saturday Cinema: Captain Underpants
Saturday, February 16  10:15am | Monticello Library
Escape the cold and enjoy a cozy indoor movie. Bring a pillow and blanket; they’ll provide the popcorn! (Call the library for current titles.)
More info: griver.org/events/20/all/all/cinema/calendar/2019-02

NO SCHOOL – Presidents’ Day
Monday, February 18

Toddler Tuesday at Color Me Mine
Tuesday, February 19  10am–3pm (time slots vary) | Color Me Mine, Maple Grove
Enjoy a mommy-and-me painting experience with your 2–5 year old. This month’s project will be painting heart dishes. (Registration required, Cost: $10—includes heart dish, paints, glazing, and firing)
Info & Register: maplegrove.colormemine.com/events/kids

Family Game Night at Mathnasium
Friday, February 22  5–7pm | Mathnasium, St. Michael
All ages are welcome to attend this family fun night and play giant checkers, giant Connect Four, or one of the many other board games. There will be contests, pizza, snacks, and beverages. (Free, but please RSVP)
More info: facebook.com/events/793861227638318

SOAR Presents Aladdin Jr.
February 22–24 (times vary) | STMA Middle School West
Discover “a whole new world” with this magically updated version of the Academy Award-winning Disney classic! Over 100 local students have come together to tell this beloved story through song and dance. (Tickets: $10 online or $12 at the door)
Info & Tickets: soararts.com/Tickets.html

Saturday Cinema: The Aristocats
Saturday, February 23  10:15am | Monticello Library
Escape the cold and enjoy a cozy indoor movie. Bring a pillow and blanket; they’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: griver.org/events/20/all/all/cinema/calendar/2019-01

Shooting Stars Parent’s Night Out
Saturday, February 23  5–9pm | Shooting Stars Gymnastics Club
Drop off your kiddos ages 5+ for a night of fun! They will enjoy some pizza, make a craft, play games, and have a dance party. (Cost: $12/child, Register online)
Info & Register: sportsenginestudio.com/team/mnssg/page/legacy?url=%2FEventShow.jsp%3FreturnPage%3D%252FEventsCurrent.jsp%253Fteam%253Dmnssg%26id%3D838%26team%3Dmnssg

Library Storytime: “Penguins”
Monday, February 25  Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
Join the library staff for stories, arts, and crafts. (Registration not required; crafts provided while supplies last)
More info: griver.org/events

ECFE at the Library
Monday, February 25  6–6:30pm | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories! (Ages 0–6)
More info: griver.org/events

Glow N Skate
Wednesday, February 27  6–7:15pm | Rogers Ice Arena
One of the coolest events in town—Glow N Skate! They’ll turn the lights down low and the music up for a special evening of skating. (Cost: $5, includes glow necklace)
More info: facebook.com/events/1886847278096813

Ongoing Activities

ECFE Drop In & Play
Mondays 8:30–9:30am & Fridays 9–10:30am | Community Ed. Room 202
Stay the entire time, or come as your schedule allows! ECFE staff will be present with arts and crafts as well as a brief circle time with songs. (Cost: $2/family per visit, pay cash at the door, OR punchcard available online)
More info: stma.ce.eleyo.com

ECFE Dome Days
Wednesdays & Fridays 9–10:30am | STMA All-Purpose Facility
Kids 5 & under can enjoy 90 minutes of running, playing, and jumping! ECFE staff will be on hand to join in the fun, with age-appropriate game equipment, inflatables, and more. (Cost: $2/child, max $5/family, pay cash at the door)
More info: stmamom.com/stma-dome-days-nights

Preschool Open Gyms (Rates vary, see gym websites)
Jon Anstett Gymnastics St. Michael • Tuesdays 9–10am
Shooting Stars Gymnastics Albertville • Wednesdays 9:30–11am
Gym Nation Buffalo • Wednesdays 11:15am & Fridays 11:20am
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 (more info) / 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 without the big kids around.
Cost: $3/child
More info: playspacemn.com/events

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