• Minnesota’s Climate Future

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Learn about climate change, the science that informs us, the impacts on Minnesota, and what we can do about it during an interactive presentation by Craig Heinen. He will share information from his experience at the International Climate Reality Leadership Conference. Be prepared to explore topics and ask questions about our climate future!  Free.

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    Build a Bird Feeder

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Elpis Enterprises is proud to offer a DIY Build-A-Birdfeeder workshop at Wood Lake. In this workshop, Elpis Enterprises staff will guide the participants in how to use jigs to place their bird feeder kit. Participants will then put hammer to nail and fully assemble their bird feeder created from reclaimed cedar fence that was headed […]

  • Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Help restore Wood Lake's prairie and forest, pick up litter, and other site projects at this free event. There will also be an Earth day fair with booths from community and environmental groups. This is a great program for Scout groups and other community service organizations. And the Soul to Soul BBQ food truck will […]

  • Nature Adventurers (Adult/Child Preschool Programs): Wood Lake Animals

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit. Enjoy stories, puppet shows, crafts, hands-on activities, snack, and outdoor discovery time. Dress for the weather as most of the class will be outdoors. Online registration required at woodlakenaturecenter.org. $10/child; $5/additional child.

  • Live Music: The Rockin’ Hollywoods

    Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN

    Great Balls of Fire. Surfin’ USA. Born to be Wild. Jessie’s Girl. If it was a hit in the 50s, 60s, 70s, or 80s, chances are you might hear it at the Richfield VFW on April 29 when the Rockin' Hollywoods visit the Urban Hometown! Don’t miss this once-a-year event—music starts at 7 p.m.

  • Adult Beginner Archery

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Learn the history of archery, range safety, and archery basics in this beginner class. Practice skills and play games! Equipment is provided. Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. Ages 16 and up; $15/person, $10/members.

  • Wood Lake Book Club

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Join other adults to discuss The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. A haunting novel spanning several generations, The Seed Keeper follows a Dakhóta family’s struggle to preserve their way of life, and their sacrifices to protect what matters most. Refreshments provided; books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the […]

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    Nature Naturals Nature Play Group

    Wood Lake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, United States

    Weekly Nature Play Group for kids ages 4-6 + caregiver, offered by Momma Earth $30/session (per child + caregiver)  OR SAVE with bundle $100/4 sessions (per child + caregiver) 1x Drop-In or 4x-Pass Available! If you are open to learning, would like to take yourself outside more often with your family, and are looking for […]

  • Richfield Farmers Market: Brian Peterson

    Veterans Park 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN

    Join us at the Richfield Farmers Market!  Every Saturday, May-October; market runs 7 a.m. to noon. Fresh produce, meats, cheeses, breads, and prepared foods Live music 9-11:30 every week!  Appearing this week: Brian Peterson, family-friendly pop Yoga 8:45-9:30 a.m. every week, beginning May 13 Master Gardeners Info Booth every week

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    Mini-Golf opens at Veterans Park!

    Veterans Park 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN

    Wheel Fun opens this weekend!  Mini-golf, surrey bike rental, and ice cream; all in one place at Veterans Park!  Weekends only through May 14; daily starting May 20.