• Rolled Beeswax Candles

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

    Enjoy making beautiful candles using sheets of pure beeswax that you roll by hand around a wick. Beeswax is a natural product that burns completely and doesn't drip or smoke. They are fun and easy to make, look and smell great, and make fantastic homemade holiday gifts! Clear plastic gift bags and curly ribbon are […]

  • Wood Lake Nature Center Book Club: Through a Window by Jane Goodall

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

    Join other adults too discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the nature center. This month's selection:  Through a Window: My Thirty Years with the Chimpanzees of Gombe by Jane Goodall. Pre-registration and payment is required. Register […]

  • Tabletop Games Drop-In

    Frenchman's Pub 1400 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN

    Bring your favorite card or board games to play or learn a new one. There will be old favorites, as well as new games to try out. For your best experience, come for an hour or more. This is planned to be a monthly event at Frenchman's Pub. Free; hosted by Anrias Games www.anriasgames.com.

  • Make a Gingerbread House

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

    Make a sweet holiday memory! Build and decorate a gingerbread and candy house. Colorful houses make a great decoration during the holiday season! Online registration at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. $3/person; free for members, plus $15 per house.

  • The Introduction + ALL THE VIBES: A Culinary Journey

    Progatonist Kitchen & Bar 6601 Lyndale Avenue, Richfield, MN

    The Introduction is your exclusive invite to explore the Protagonist Kitchen & Bar.  Come enjoy Playfessionals-style networking as we take you on an exclusive culinary and crafted cocktails tour. This event is a curated gathering to connect professionals with local innovative restaurant concepts. A fashion-forward experience designed for foodies and those who value quality, meaningful […]

  • Gaming with Nature

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

    Try your hand at a host of nature-based board games!  Themes include birds, plants, animals, insects, and more. Games can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 3 hours to play, depending on which game you choose. Learn about a variety of nature concepts and topics while having fun with your friends, family, and fellow community […]

  • Skate with Santa

    Richfield Ice Arena

    Come skate with Santa at the Richfield Ice Arena!  He can't wait to see you!

  • Holiday Lights Parade

          Join us for the 4th annual holiday lights parade! Enjoy festive music, beautifully lit vehicles, and seeing our very special guest stars, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Parade begins at the City Garage (1901 East 66th Street) and ends at 67th and Lyndale Avenue.

  • Dragonflies and Butterflies Art Workshop

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

    Learn how to use alcohol ink, nails, and a little magic to create beautiful dragonflies and butterflies with translucent wings during this class! You will have the opportunity to make two dragonflies and four butterflies. This is a great gift idea for the holidays! Instructor: Michelle Schick from Phenomenal Lass Designs. Ages 5 and up. […]

  • Bilingual Yin-Yoga

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

    Join us for a relaxing yin yoga class. This will be a gentle and relaxing all-level class that works deeply into the connective tissues working on the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. Come for the one-hour yoga practice, stay for a fire and cocoa after class. Bring a water bottle and yoga mat or blanket. […]