Cross Country Ski Lessons
2024-02-18 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Did you know that cross-country skiing is one of the best kinds of all-around exercise? Our friendly and non-competitive approach provides a comfortable learning environment for beginning skiers. Learn about equipment, how to get up from a fall, uphill techniques, the diagonal stride, and double poling. 10$ per person; half-off for members. Includes ski rental. Limit 20 people per session.

Open Skating
2024-02-18 17:00 - 18:15, 2024-02-19 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-20 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-21 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-25 17:00 - 18:15, 2024-02-26 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-27 12:00 - 13:30 and 4 more dates | Richfield Ice Arena
Open skating at Richfield Ice Arena! Every Sunday 5-6:15 p.m., and most weekdays 12-1:30 p.m. Skating $6 per person; skate rental $4. Buy 10 sessions for only $50!

Indoor Walking
2024-02-19 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-20 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-21 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-26 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-27 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-28 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-02-29 12:00 - 13:30 | Richfield Ice Arena
Looking for a safe place to walk indoors this winter where you won’t have to worry about cold weather, slipping on ice, etc…? Walk around the upper concourse of the Richfield Ice Arena! Rink 1 will be available to walkers Mondays through Thursdays starting September 5, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Walkers must be able to use the stairs to access the concourse. Free; 7.5 laps around the rink equals one mile.

Look Out for Owls!
2024-02-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Owls live everywhere. These amazing animals have adapted to nearly every kind of habitage: rainforest, tundra, desert, prairie–even cities! But there’s more to the story: habitat loss threatens Minnesota’s owls. We will learn about the unique lives of owl,s what we can do to help them, then take a hike through the snowy woods…on the lookout for owls! Ages 8 and up; dress for a cold winter hike. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits. $5 per person; half-off for members.

Marvelous Muskrats of the Marsh
2024-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Head out on Wood Lake’s frozen marsh to discover the mysterious lives of muskrats. Learn about the marvelous ways these creatures adapt to survive under the ice in Minnesota. $5/person; 50% off for FOWL members.

Live Music: Tom Hunter
2024-02-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the Richfield VFW!

Night Hike
2024-02-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the trails of Wood Lake. Afterwards, sip hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of a fire. Please wear snow booths and warm clothing. Ages 15 and up. $10/hike; $5 for members.

Intro to Tenango Embroidery
2024-03-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Traditional Mexican embroidery, known as Tenango, can be used to add texture and color to your embroidery projects. Learn different Tenango embroidery stitches–including Otomi, Chamula, and Tzotzil–each with their own texture and style, and create your own embroidered napkin. Materials provided. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Richfield Board Game Night
2024-03-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join a fun-filled night of board games at the Richfield Community Center! Games by James and Air Traffic will be providing newly-released games and modern classics to play. Recreation staff will be on hand to help learn the rules and help with any questions that may come up. This will be a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games! Ages 10 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free; no registration required!

Spice Up Your Life: 90s Music & Drag Tribute
2024-03-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Mall of America
It’s time to spice up your life! Step into the nostalgia as we transport you back in time with a ’90s Dance Party and Drag Show, headlined by none other than Wannabe, the sensational Spice Girls cover band. This showstopping event will be hosted by Minneapolis drag legend Sasha Cassadine; Twin Cities-based DJ Izzie P will kick off the night with energetic beats to get you ready to dance the night away. Grab your friends, dust off those platform shoes, and join us for a night of nostalgia, glamour, and pure entertainment! Purchase tickets here!

Prep. Primp. Prom.
2024-03-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Mall of America
Unveil the latest trends and styles that will make your prom night unforgettable! Join us for an exclusive preview of stunning dresses, elegant accessories, and expert beauty tips. Be among the first 50 high-school students to check in with a valid student ID and walk away with an MOA prom beauty kit.

Wood Lake Book Club
2024-03-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join other adults to discuss Half-Earth: Our Planet’s Fight for Life by Edward O. Wilson. The author urges swift movement to preserve the biodiversity of our planet.
Refreshments provided; books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the nature center. $5/person; free for members. Online registration is preferred at woodlakenaturecenter.org.
