Kids Planner: Time to Get Active Around Oakdale

When the weather gets nice, kids start getting antsy. Here are some ways to help your kids work off their extra energy.

Preschool Gymboree

• When/Where: Thursday, April 14, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Maplewood Community Center.
• Why Go: If the playground is still a bit soggy, this is a great alternative.
• Geared Toward:  1- to 5-year-olds.
• Price: $4 per child.

 Flashlight Egg Hunt  

• When/Where: Friday, April 15, at 8:30 p.m. at in Woodbury
• Why Go: It’s a twist on the old fashioned egg hunt that’s sure to be a hit with older kids.  (Little ones can take part in a traditional egg hunt at 6 p.m.)
• Geared Toward: 6- to 13-year-olds.
• Price: $5 per child at the event, $3 per child if you preregister.

 Rock Climbing

•  When/Where: Various hours (opens at 10 a.m.) at Vertical Endeavors in St. Paul.
• Why Go:  If your kids have always wanted to rock climb but you aren’t quite ready to turn them loose at Taylor’s Falls, here’s a chance to let them try it out in a safe environment with plenty of guidance
• Geared Toward: Best for middle school and up as long as they aren’t afraid of heights.
• Price:  $13-15 per person plus equipment rental.

Plan Ahead: GPS Oakdale  

• When/Where: Saturday, April 30, from 11-2 at the Oakdale Discovery Center.
• Why Go: Get a group together and explore Oakdale using your GPS.  Think of it as a city wide treasure hunt!
• Geared Toward: The whole family.
• Price: $20 per team.
• Registration: Register by April 22.

Plan Ahead: Daddy Daughter Dance

• When/Where: Friday, April 29, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Maplewood Community Center
• Why Go: There’s no better way for daddy to spend some quality time with his little girl!
• Geared Toward:  Girls 5 to 12 years old and their dads.
• Price: $25 per couple.
• Registration: call 651-249-2230.