• 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.

  • Bird Banding

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

    Wood Lake is the layover spot of choice for dozens of migrating bird species and numerous year-round residents as well. As part of a nationwide research project, nature center staff will safely mark these birds with an aluminum band to track their movements over their lifetime. The goal is to re-capture the birds; in 2021, […]

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    Spring Bird Hike

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

    Enjoy a spring hike through Wood Lake as we look for both migrating and resident birds; discover how to identify species from sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5/person, free for members Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is preferred; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits.

  • History After Dark

    Sandy's Tavern 6612 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN

    Funky Richfield history AND the Twin Cities' best burgers? That's exactly what's happening at Sandy's Tavern, as they team up with the Richfield Historical Society to kick off a new series named "History After Dark." The Historical Society staff is bringing five odd and quirky items from their collection to share (including a mysterious item […]

  • Nature Adventurers (Adult/Child Preschool Programs): Bees & Honey

    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.

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    Friday and Saturday Fun at Augsburg Park: Read-a-Story Theater

    Augsburg Adventure Park 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN

    Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by playtime at the playground. Special dance parties are sprinkled in the mix to celebrate the summer season! In the event of inclement weather, program will not be held. Free […]