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.
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Just in time for Mother's Day on May 14! Register as a pair and bring a child or grandchild (age 5-12) to paint alongside you and create a beautiful canvas together. Class instruction led by Cheers Pablo, so no painting experience necessary. Everything is provided; just come and paint! Includes cookies and beverages. Preregistration required […]
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: Light of the Moon Duo; American Roots music Yoga 8:45-9:30 a.m. every week, beginning May 13 Master Gardeners Info Booth every week
Celebrate Mother's Day weekend with a fashion show and luncheon featuring trends from Taylor Marie's, a local business that caters to mature women. This event is open to ladies of all ages...grandmothers, daughters, and adult granddaughters! Enjoy a catered lunch while viewing upcoming fashion trends for all shapes and sizes. After the fashion show, shop […]
Enjoy a leisurely wildflower hike and learn about the importance of the pollinators that visit them. Then help make homemade honey ice cream using honey produced by Wood Lake’s honeybees. Kids can decorate and personalize a special card for mom. $5/person, free for members
