Name: Books in the Garden
Start: 2026-05-20T12:00:00-05:00
Location: University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. In each of these books, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? Please visit the website for ticketing details.

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Books in the Garden

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The Northern Woods Exhibition is an annual woodworking show and competition sponsored by the Minnesota Woodworkers’ Guild.
The show provides an opportunity for woodworkers to display and discuss their craft, and for the community to view the best in high quality woodworking design and construction. The pieces on display are works of art in addition to being functional furniture.Thursday, April 23rd - Sunday, April 26th

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Northern Woods Exhibition

The Northern Woods Exhibition is an annual woodworking show and competition sponsored by the Minnesota Woodworkers’ Guild.
The...

Twin Cities Digital Artist Marlena Myles, a member of the Spirit Lake Dakota tribe, presents an augmented reality art exhibition at the Arboretum, which begins in the Harrison&nbsp;Sculpture Garden.&nbsp;Visitors use their cell phones to download the&nbsp;Revelo AR App to view digital images and audio at stops along the walk which honors, educates and connects visitors to Dakota history, culture and significance of the land through art and storytelling. Fun for the entire family! Please reserve gate admission&nbsp;on the website.

Local Event: Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk

Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk

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Get ready for Creepy Crawlies, a hands-on adventure where kids go on a bug hunt as they explore sensory stations featuring their favorite bugs! Dive into ooey, gooey, wormy slime, sticky spider webs, and colorful ladybugs. Dig through insect sensory bins for a fun, bug-filled discovery with your child!
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Member $22.50/Non Member $25
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Local Event: Creepy Crawlies Sensory Play (12 months -6 Years)

Creepy Crawlies Sensory Play (12 months -6 Years)

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Do you have plans that don’t include your little ones? Do you want to see a movie that isn’t animated or enjoy a dinner that doesn’t include french fries? Sign your kids up for their own night out.
Clay by itself makes great art, but adding beads and sequins makes it even better! Air-dry clay will be used to create fun and funky mosaics.
Member $40.50/Non Member $45 
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Cost: $40-$50

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Date Night - Magical Mud Mosaics (3-9 Years)

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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.

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Info Session at PiM Arts High School

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Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for Story Time in the&nbsp;Horticultural Library. We will celebrate plants and nature and foster a love for books and reading as we explore the library's vast catalog of children’s books. Story Time is recommended for ages 0-5 with a parent, but all are welcome.&nbsp;Reserve tickets on the website in advance.

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Library Story Time

Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for Story Time in the Horticultural Library. We will celebrate plants...

Farm at the Arb

Shop for plants selected by Arboretum horticulture experts at this annual sale featuring a wide selection of annuals, perennials, fruits, vegetables, herbs, and trees. (May 8 and 9th) This year we are expanding the native plant varieties. Admission is free, but shoppers need to make reservations&nbsp;on the website and use the entrance at the Farm at the Arb, 3210 W. 82nd Street, Chanhassen, MN 55317.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Plant Sale!

Plant Sale!

Shop for plants selected by Arboretum horticulture experts at this annual sale featuring a wide selection of annuals,...

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