March Events Calendar
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FYCC Family Bingo
Thursday, March 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=294
Millennium Dance Mini-Camp: “Luck of the Irish”
Saturday, March 3 1–3pm | Millennium Dance Company
Dancing, crafts, and FUN for kids ages 3–6 (Cost: $30)
Info & Register: millenniumdancecompany.com
NO SCHOOL for STMA Students
Monday, March 5 — Teacher workshop
ECFE at the Library
Wednesday, March 7 10:30–11am | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories!
More info: griver.org/events
“Get Ready for Kindergarten” Parent Class
Thursday, March 8 6:3008pm | Community Ed. #201
A night for parents of fall 2018 kindergartners to bring their questions to a panel of experts from Albertville Primary. Child care available, please register.
Info & Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com
ECFE Open Gym
Friday, March 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
Library Book Sale
Saturday, March 10 8–11am | St. Michael Library
Find bargains galore on books for kids and adults. All proceeds benefit the St. Michael-Albertville-Hanover Friends of the Library, who help provide great events for our families!
More info: griver.org/events
Glow ‘N Skate
Wednesday, March 14 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/117544805622457
Breakfast with the Bunny
Saturday, March 17 8am–12pm | Monticello Community Center
Enjoy a waffle breakfast with the Easter Bunny to benefit the Wright County Crisis Nursery. Activities include crafts, tattoos, door prizes, and more. (Cost: Adults $7, Kids $5, under 2 free) Hosted by Swan River Montessori School
More info: facebook.com/events/145430786249016
R.E.A.D. to Taurus the Dog
Saturday, March 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
Date Night Drop-off at PLAYSpace
Saturday, March 17 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
ECFE at the Library
Monday, March 19 6–6:30pm | St. Michael Library
A free ECFE class, featuring crafts, games, songs, and of course—stories!
More info: griver.org/events
ECFE Bouncy House Night
Wednesday, March 21 6:30–7:30pm | Community Education Gym
The ECFE gymnasium will be turned into a bounce bonanza, where toddlers and preschoolers can run free and jump in an array of bounce houses and obstacle courses. (Cost: $5/child)
Register: stma.ce.eleyo.com
Bunny Hop Trail at The Legacy
Thursday, March 22 10–11am | The Legacy of St. Michael
Bring your basket and hop along the bunny trail, collecting candy from residents as you go! The trail ends in the community room, where guests will enjoy a cookie and hear a story.
More info: stmamom.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/legacy-bunnyhoptrail.jpg
Easter Egg Bunny Trail
Saturday, March 24 9am | St. Michael Cinema
Grab your baskets and join the Easter Bunny at the movie theatre! Hop down the bunny trail collecting eggs and goodies along the way, then enjoy a free screening of the original animated Charlotte’s Web in one of several auditoriums. Multiple showtimes available. Event is for ages 10 and under. (Cost: Free, concessions available for purchase)
More info: facebook.com/events/2083185235248192
Albertville Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, March 24 10am–12pm | Albertville City Hall
Kids 0–10 are invited to enjoy a breakfast of cinnamon rolls and fruit with the Easter Bunny. Kids will also enjoy a goodie bag, coloring contest, and the chance to win door prizes. (Cost: Free! Please bring a donation for the Hanover Food Shelf.) Sponsored by Albertville Lions and Financial Security Bank
More info: stmamom.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/bfast-bunny.jpg
Saturday Cinema: “Charlotte’s Web” (2006)
Saturday, March 24 10:15am | Monticello Library
Bring a pillow and blanket, we’ll provide the popcorn!
More info: stmamom.com/saturday-cinema
Easter Egg Hunt with St. Michael Royalty
Saturday, March 24 11am–12:30pm | St. Michael City Hall
Join the St. Michael Royalty for some Easter fun, including an egg hunt with awesome prizes from The Crayola Experience, Build-a-Bear Workshop, and St. Michael Cinema. (Cost: $5/child; proceeds benefit the royalty program)
More info: facebook.com/events/334315707077442
Otsego Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 24 11am–1pm | Prairie Center, Otsego
Kids are invited to hunt for hidden eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. A bike giveaway, face painting, stickers, and tattoos are also planned.
More info: otsego.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=689
Coborn’s Kid’s Class
Saturday, March 24 1–2pm | Coborn’s of Albertville
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
Hanover Fire Dept. Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, March 25 8am–12pm | Hanover Fire Station
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast while supporting local firefighters. Kids are also invited to jump in the bounce house! (Cost: Adults/Teens $7, Kids $3, Family of four $20)
More info: facebook.com/events/2055105361482021
Easter Eggstravaganza
Sunday, March 25 2–4pm | Salem Lutheran School, Greenfield
Egg hunt and more fun for kids up through 2nd grade (More info to come)
More info: facebook.com/events/335903486899320
SPRING BREAK for STMA Students
March 26 – 30
Library Storytime: “Shoes & Feet” Theme
Monday, March 26 Toddlers 10am / Preschool 11am | St. Michael Library
More info: griver.org/events
Little Owls Evening Storytime
Monday, March 26 6:30–7:15pm | Monticello Library
Fun and lively evening activities including books, songs, flannel boards, a craft, and games! For ages 3-10 and their families.
More info: griver.org/events
Library Make & Take
March 30 & 31 During open hours | St. Michael Library
Kids ages 5–12 are invited to celebrate “National Crayon Day” and “National Pencil Day” with a fun craft, while supplies last.
Hanover Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 31 10am | Hanover City Hall / Settlers Park
Join the fun at the annual Hanover Easter egg hunt!
More info: hanovermn.org
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 31 11am–1pm | Samaritan’s Hill Church
Kids will enjoy games, craft, bounce house, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and more!
More info: samaritanshill.com
Ongoing Activities
Note: Spring Break may affect open play hours at these locations. Please check websites or call for closing information.
St. Michael Cinema $1 Movie Series
Saturdays 11am, Sundays 12pm, Wednesdays 12pm & 6:45pm
- March 3-7: Where the Wild Things Are
- March 10-14: The Secret Life of Pets
- March 17-21: Trolls
ECFE Drop In & Play
Mondays & Fridays 9–10am (closed March. 5, 19, 23, 26, & 30) | 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 Gymastics 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