University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

The Arboretum’s Auxiliary is proud to present the sixth-annual Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch! Over the course of four days, 6,200+ stunning handmade glass pumpkins along with unique fall glass decor, whimsical garden and fun Halloween glass art will be displayed and sold in a new spacious location — the Farm at the Arb. Your purchase supports the Arboretum and each of the 12 award-winning glass artists from across the U.S. Visit the website for your admission tickets.

Local Event: Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch

Hennepin County

Eden Prairie

Minnesota

Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch

The Arboretum’s Auxiliary is proud to present the sixth-annual Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch! Over the course of four days,...

Enjoy live music throughout the summer!&nbsp;This year, we welcome new and returning artists to our series, which occurs June through September.&nbsp;Join us every Sunday afternoon from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Today we are welcoming the Fridley City Band. Rootstock Cafe will be open with food, beer and wine available as well as the Rootstock Ice Cream Cart (weather permitting).&nbsp;The series is included with your general daily admission to the Arboretum, please reserve your admission on the website.

Local Event: Music in the Garden

Music in the Garden

Enjoy live music throughout the summer! This year, we welcome new and returning artists to our series, which occurs June...

7566 Market Pl Dr., Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Think bias-worthy details, bold K-Pop colors, and a clay Derpy with more personality than should fit in one small sculpture. The kind of take-home masterpiece that goes straight from their hands to the most important shelf in their bedroom. Perfect for siblings — one drop-off, double the fun. Drop them off. Pick up a proud young artist carrying a clay Derpy they made themselves.Cost: $45

Local Event: Parent's Time Off: K-Pop Kitty Clay (5-12 y)

Parent's Time Off: K-Pop Kitty Clay (5-12 y)

Think bias-worthy details, bold K-Pop colors, and a clay Derpy with more personality than should fit in one small sculpture....

Join Reach for Resources for a free Mental Health &amp; Accessibility Fair focused on connecting community members with essential mental health services and accessible voting resources.
This event brings together local organizations offering support in areas such as mental health care, therapy, and community-based services, while also providing information on accessible voting options, voter rights, and how to participate fully in the democratic process.
At 6:00 p.m., attend a special Mental Health Support in Our Community Panel, where local experts will share insights, resources, and answer questions in an inclusive and supportive space.
Whether you’re seeking support, looking to stay informed, or wanting to better understand your rights and options, this event is open to all. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages while building meaningful connections with your community.

Local Event: Mental Health & Accessibility Fair

Edina

Mental Health & Accessibility Fair

Join Reach for Resources for a free Mental Health & Accessibility Fair focused on connecting community members with essential...

Summit Place Senior Campus

Internationally recognized dementia educator Lori La Bey
shares practical, sensory-based tools to reduce stress and improve daily caregiving, drawn from her own 30-year journey. Expect myth-busting insights, real communication strategies, and Lori's heartwarming "Betty the Bald Chicken" story. Leave feeling informed, inspired, and ready to act.
<h3>Participants will learn:</h3>
·How to recognize and overcome common myths about dementia
·Why behaviors occur and what they are communicating
·Practical sensory care techniques that help reduce stress and anxiety
·Communication strategies that foster connection and understanding
·Tools to improve safety, quality of life, and caregiving confidence
·Valuable resources for families and professionals supporting those living with dementia
Lori has been honored by: Oprah as a Health Hero, Maria Shriver as an Architect of Change for Humanity, AARP MN As a Disruptor and Inspiring Leader, Recognized as the #1 Influencer for Alzheimer’s Online by Sharecare.

Local Event: The Realities of Dementia: Creating "The Calm" Through Sensory Care

The Realities of Dementia: Creating "The Calm"...

Internationally recognized dementia educator Lori La Bey
shares practical, sensory-based tools to reduce stress and improve...

The Realities of Dementia: Creating "The Calm" Through Sensory Care

Celebrate the vibrant beauty of autumn at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! From whimsical scarecrows to an extraordinary pumpkin display, fall is bursting with creativity, color and seasonal charm. Starting Sept 18, stroll through delightful displays of scarecrows crafted by Arboretum staff, artists and visitors alike around the theme "Connecting People, Plants and the Planet."&nbsp; Be sure to visit the charming Pumpkin House and see the Round Haybale&nbsp;Contest!&nbsp; Ticketing information&nbsp;is on the website, through Nov 2, 2026.

Local Event: Scarecrows, Pumpkins & Fun!

Scarecrows, Pumpkins & Fun!

Celebrate the vibrant beauty of autumn at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! From whimsical scarecrows to an...

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little builders ages 12 months–6 years scoop, dump, and dig their way through a construction-themed adventure — toy diggers, sand and gravel bins, and all the big machine energy their little hands can handle. Every station is designed for hands-on discovery at their own pace — the kind of busy, unhurried exploration that builds coordination and creative confidence without any of it feeling like learning. Just pure, wonderfully gritty, construction-sized fun. Come together. Explore together. Dig something big together.<a href="https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=FI9tlO/17116/849227//1789499358" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Cost: $25</a>

Local Event: Little Diggers Sensory Play (12m-6y)

Little Diggers Sensory Play (12m-6y)

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little builders ages 12 months–6 years scoop, dump, and dig their way through a...

A caregiver-and-child art session where little ones ages 2–6 dive into a dino-sized, pup-inspired creative adventure — paint, textures, and plenty of messy fun with you right there beside them every step of the way. Just in time for the new PAW Patrol movie — think colorful pups, dino-sized adventures, and the kind of creative chaos that only happens when the smallest hands are in charge. Paint it. Glue it. Squish it. Make it. More than an art class, it's your every-other-Sunday chance to slow down, connect, and create something together that goes straight from their little hands to your wall. All the mess stays here. All the masterpieces go home. Cost: $20

Local Event: PAW Patrol Dino Rescue (2-4Y)

PAW Patrol Dino Rescue (2-4Y)

A caregiver-and-child art session where little ones ages 2–6 dive into a dino-sized, pup-inspired creative adventure — paint,...

No experience. No equipment to buy. No team-sport pressure — just fun, fast-moving play. 
<ul><li>Beginner-friendly — every kid starts from zero </li></ul>
<ul><li>Indoors — weather's never a factor </li></ul>
<ul><li>Coaches make it fun, not intimidating </li></ul>
<ul><li>Siblings of any age welcome in the same session </li></ul>
Location: Boast Squash, 9805 Hamilton Road, Eden Prairie, MN (near Braemar and Champions Hall)&nbsp; 
Date: Saturday September 26, 12 Noon.&nbsp; 
Ages: 5–12&nbsp; 
Cost: Free!&nbsp; 
Only 4 spots left this week! Reserve now.&nbsp; 
To register or learn more: <a href="https://boastsquash.com/contact-us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://boastsquash.com/contact-us/</a> (check “Intro Clinics” in drop down).

Local Event: FREE Squash Day for Kids 5–12

FREE Squash Day for Kids 5–12

No experience. No equipment to buy. No team-sport pressure — just fun, fast-moving play. 
Beginner-friendly — every kid starts...

See the Arboretum in a new light! Explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during these special after-hours events that invite visitors to learn about astronomy and the natural world. Wander tea-light-lit paths to find the best moon-viewing locations, then gather by a cozy bonfire to roast marshmallows for a fun Saturday night.&nbsp; Please reserve your tickets on the website.

Local Event: Full Harvest Moon Hike

Full Harvest Moon Hike

See the Arboretum in a new light! Explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during these special after-hours events...

Visit the Arboretum and shop for unique handmade items made by Arboretum Auxiliary&nbsp;members. Find beautiful seasonal gift items including home decor, wreaths and floral arrangements, soaps and scented items, knitted wearable accessories, hand quilted gifts and wood crafted products. Dates include: October 2, 3 and 4th. Visit the website for admission ticketing details.

Local Event: Harvest Sale Weekend!

Harvest Sale Weekend!

Visit the Arboretum and shop for unique handmade items made by Arboretum Auxiliary members. Find beautiful seasonal gift items...

Arboretum AppleHouse

Just 1.5 miles west of the main Arboretum entrance on Highway 5, the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse is an iconic seasonal destination, featuring&nbsp;<a href="https://arb.umn.edu/AppleHouse/apples" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Minnesota-grown apples</a>, including varieties grown at the Arboretum’s nearby Horticultural Research Center.&nbsp;Many of the&nbsp;<a href="https://mnhardy.umn.edu/apples/varieties" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">University of Minnesota’s introduced apple varieties</a>&nbsp;are for sale, along with gourmet packaged foods, frozen pies, pastries, fudge, gifts and — in the fall — pumpkins, squash and gourds, also grown at the Arboretum. While supplies last, the AppleHouse also offers delicious Goldy’s Smokehouse meats, ice cream and Bee Lab honey from the University of Minnesota College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Science (CFANS). Visit us 9 am to 6 pm daily.

Local Event: Arboretum Apple House

Arboretum Apple House

Just 1.5 miles west of the main Arboretum entrance on Highway 5, the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum AppleHouse is...

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little explorers ages 12 months–6 years dive into the colors, textures, and magic of fall — scooping, squishing, splashing, and discovering at their own pace. Every station is designed for hands-on discovery — crunchy leaves, vibrant fall colors, and natural materials that invite little hands to touch, feel, and experiment with the season. The kind of morning that builds sensory skills and creative confidence without any of it feeling like learning. Just pure, unhurried, gloriously messy fall fun. Come together. Explore together. Get wonderfully messy together. Cost: $25

Local Event: Colors Of Fall Sensory Play (12m-6y)

Colors Of Fall Sensory Play (12m-6y)

A caregiver-and-child sensory experience where little explorers ages 12 months–6 years dive into the colors, textures, and...

Stop by from 5-7PM &amp; see what Legacy Gymnastics is all about! We will be there to answer questions and help you find the right class for your child!Free Gymnastics Class from 5:30-6:30pm - Registration Required<ul><li>Gym Tours</li><li>Skill Assessments</li><li>Registration Specials</li></ul>

Local Event: New Families Night at Legacy Gymnastics!

New Families Night at Legacy Gymnastics!

Stop by from 5-7PM & see what Legacy Gymnastics is all about! We will be there to answer questions and help you find the right...

A drop-off art party where kids ages 3–9 spend three fun-filled hours sculpting their very own clay puppy — floppy ears, wet nose, wagging tail, and every adorable detail completely their own. Every puppy is completely one-of-a-kind — no two ever look the same, and every single one looks exactly like the dog only they could have imagined. The kind of take-home masterpiece that gets carried to the car like it's made of gold and sleeps on the nightstand that night. Drop them off, enjoy a well-deserved night out, and pick up a proud little artist carefully carrying the most important puppy in the world. Cost: $45

Local Event: Kids Night Out: Clay Puppy Studio (5-12 y)

Kids Night Out: Clay Puppy Studio (5-12 y)

A drop-off art party where kids ages 3–9 spend three fun-filled hours sculpting their very own clay puppy — floppy ears, wet...

Join us at the Farm at the Arb on Oct. 3 to celebrate the Apple and Pumpkin Harvest Day. Gather friends and family to spend a crisp autumn day at the farm and experience the bounty of the season through immersive, hands-on activities: walk the orchard with an expert, explore the pumpkin patch, get crafty and taste-test.&nbsp; Be sure to reserve your admission on the website!

Local Event: Apple & Pumpkin Harvest Day 

Apple & Pumpkin Harvest Day 

Join us at the Farm at the Arb on Oct. 3 to celebrate the Apple and Pumpkin Harvest Day. Gather friends and family to spend a...

A caregiver-and-child workshop where little ones ages 2–6 years transform their very own pumpkin into a one-of-a-kind work of art — paint, glitter, pom poms, googly eyes, and every silly detail completely their own. No knives. No mess at home. Just pure, creative Halloween fun at the perfect level for the smallest artists in the room. Every pumpkin completely original — and every single one going home with a very proud little artist who made every choice themselves. Come together. Decorate together. Leave with the best pumpkin on the block. Cost: $20

Local Event: No Carve Pumpkin Party (2-4 y)

No Carve Pumpkin Party (2-4 y)

A caregiver-and-child workshop where little ones ages 2–6 years transform their very own pumpkin into a one-of-a-kind work of...

Join us at the Arboretum and shop for unique handmade items made by Arboretum Auxiliary&nbsp;members. Find beautiful seasonal gift items including home decor, wreaths and floral arrangements, soaps and scented items, knitted wearable accessories, hand quilted gifts and wood crafted products. Dates include: October 2, 3 and 4th. Visit the website for admission ticketing details.

Join us at the Arboretum and shop for unique handmade items made by Arboretum Auxiliary members. Find beautiful seasonal gift...

Pax Christi Catholic Community

Weekly one-hour lectures by Biblical scholars: 8 weeks on Hebrew Bible images of God, 6 weeks on women in early Christianity, and 8 weeks on Gospel of Luke. Lectures followed by one hour of small group discussion. Tuition $100. Registration requested by Sept. 24 at paxchristi.com.

Local Event: Women With Spirit Bible Study

Women With Spirit Bible Study

Weekly one-hour lectures by Biblical scholars: 8 weeks on Hebrew Bible images of God, 6 weeks on women in early Christianity,...

Want to learn more about our school?
Join us for an Information Session! It’s a chance to meet current staff and student artists, hear about classes and performances, learn about our alumni, and find out how you can become part of the PiM Arts High School community. Info Sessions are at 6:30pm.

Local Event: Info Session at PiM Arts High School!

Info Session at PiM Arts High School!

Want to learn more about our school?
Join us for an Information Session! It’s a chance to meet current staff and student...

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i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth s

i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis

i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth sports organization serving families throughout Bloomington, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Savage, Prior Lake, Shakopee, Lakeville, Jordan, St. Paul, New Prague, and surrounding cities. The organization provides recreational league play for boys and girls ages 3–14, focusing on building confidence, character, and teamwork within the local community. They offer a variety of youth programs including soccer, flag football, basketball, baseball, and tennis. Designed to accommodate busy schedules, the organization features a convenient one-day-a-week format where practices and games occur on the same day. Their seasonal programs run for 5–7 weeks throughout the year, ensuring consistent opportunities for skill development across multiple sports. Families can expect a safe and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to participate, as the organization maintains a no-tryouts policy. To ensure a positive experience for all participants, all coaches are required to complete background checks, providing parents with peace of mind while their children learn and grow.

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Savage

i9 Sports South Metro Minneapolis is a locally owned youth sports organization serving families throughout Bloomington, Burnsville, Apple Valley,...

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Wednesday, September 23

Mental Health & Accessibility Fair

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