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Family Storytime
2026-03-26 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-03-12 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-03-05 10:15 - 10:45 (America/Chicago) | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
For children ages birth to 5 and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Free; siblings welcome.

Live Music: Minnesota River Band
2026-03-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
This band came together at the Barrel House Blues Jam, where a shared love of blues, soul, and live music sparked something special. And now they’re coming to Richfield! Hope to see you there.

Wood Lake Nature Center Building Site Tour
2026-03-24 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join Richfield Recreation and Mortenson Construction staff on a site tour of the new Wood Lake building! Walk the site and hear all about the brand-new facility. Tours are free, but pre-registration is required; register here.
Ages 18 and up only; 10 participants per tour. Full pants, boots, or closed shoes required (no sandals). Helmet, vest, and gloves provided. Meet at the construction site gate (limited parking is available in the lot).

Stitching Nature: Cross-Stitching 101
2026-03-22 12:30 - 14:30 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Looking for a new cozy hobby you can do year-round? Come learn the basics of cross-stitching, one of the many embroidery stitches and bring to life a small piece of nature to bring home! Cross-stitching is a relaxing and creative hobby that allows you to visit with friends while creating art that can embellish clothing, serve as decor, or make a great gift. Cost includes a kit with everything you’ll need to get started. Ages 13 and up. $10 per person; half-off for Wood Lake members. There is also a $10 materials fee. Register here.

Animals Helping Humans
2026-03-21 12:00 - 15:00 | House of Prayer Lutheran Church, 7625 Chicago Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Do a little good; relieve a little stress; find a furry friend! Animals Helping Humans is a unique event where people can connect with the animal world to support our Richfield community. Animals have a unique way of reducing stress, restoring joy, and bringing people together; come and share in this free community healing event for all ages! Donations at the door go directly to Richfield families via the Richfield Community Safety Network.

Animal Tracks and Scat
2026-03-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join us for an exciting winter adventure as we explore the tracks and scat left behind by local wildlife. Learn how to identify animal prints and signs in the snow. Perfect for families and nature-lovers eager to uncover the hidden stories of animals in winter! $5/person; half-off for members; meet at the Lyndale Avenue gate. Register here.

Neon Dance Party
2026-03-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Adults and kids, dancing the night away together! This relaxed gathering is perfect for children ages 3-10 and their caregivers. Enjoy an evening of music, movement, and play as you boogie down in a joyful atmosphere. Bring your little ones and create lasting memories on the dance floor! Children must have an adult with them; $5/person. Sign up here.

Gaming with Nature
2026-03-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, 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 three 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 members. Drop in whenever works for you, no registration required. All ages welcome. Free!

Live Music: Tom Hunter
2026-03-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the VFW! Tom Hunter is a Minneapolis piano player and singer and a true jack-of-all-trades when it comes to music. He’s got the blues, he’s got the standards, he’s got the Americana, and he’s even got a little bit of soul. But don’t let his musical prowess fool you – Tom is also one heck of a showman. Whether he’s belting out a classic ballad or getting down and dirty with some gritty blues, Tom knows how to keep his audience on the edge of their seats.

Petite Concerts
2026-03-19 10:15 - 11:00 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Join us for a fun-filled musical experience and discover musical instruments! Led by early childhood music specialists, your family will listen to and respond to classical music together. Free, but please sign up in advance here. Please register each child attending; a maximum of two caregivers per registered child may also attend.

Snowshoe Hike
2026-03-15 12:30 - 14:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Learn about the history of this sport, along with techniques and helpful tips. Snowshoes are provided and warm winter boots are a must! No snow? We’ll go for a winter hike! $5 per person; half-off for Wood Lake members. Register here.

Spring Seed Swap
2026-03-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join us for a seed and garden tool swap at the Richfield Community Center! All are welcome to this FREE event.
Bring your extra garden seeds and gently-used garden tools in good condition (think shovels, rakes, hoses, birdfeeders, etc.); no plant pots please. Trade with others, meet and greet other gardeners, chat with Master Gardeners on hand, browse seeds and new-to-you tools, and plant seeds with recreation staff. Refreshments, some seeds, and seed envelopes will be provided.

Play Dates
2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Calling all parents! Free play dates are back at the Community Center! Bring your kiddos ages 0-5 for games and activities; drop in for a few minutes or stay all morning. Bring your coffee and meet a friend for conversation while the kids are happily playing with a different theme each time…and it’s all free. This week: Classic Play Date!

Maple Syruping
2026-03-08 12:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-01 12:00 - 15:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Take part in one of Minnesota’s earliest traditions. Learn how to identify a maple tree in winter. Practice using the tools of maple syruping. Taste syrup made onsite at Wood Lake Nature Center! $7 per person; half-off for members. Register here. Takes place at Wood Lake; meet at the Lyndale Avenue gate.

Richfield Boardgame Night with Games by James
2026-03-07 16:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join a fun-filled night of board games at the 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 is a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games! No registration required. Ages 10 and up; youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free.

Live Music: Phil Kitze
2026-03-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Phil Kitze comes to Richfield! Phil does a great acoustic show featuring vocals, acoustic and slide guitar, and harmonica in many styles including blues, rock, folk, country, and original songs. Come on down and see him!

Textiles for Teens: Pattern Design Studio
2026-03-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Get a jumpstart on your surface design career! Design your own repeating pattern using traditional illustration techniques, and then print your pattern on a cotton tote bag. Take your pattern block home to use again and again! Materials provided. Free; grades 8-12. Sign up here.

Gaming Drop-In
2026-03-04 13:30 - 16:00 | Frenchman’s Pub, 1400 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN, 55423
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; game play will start at 1:30 p.m. and be cleaned up and out by 4. Hosted by AnriasGames.com

Mount Rushmore: Carving of an Icon
2026-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Today, more than two million people each year visit Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The project took fourteen years, four hundred workers, 450,000 tons of rock, nearly one million dollars…those are the statistics behind the carving of Mount Rushmore. The story is even more interesting.
Join us for a history lesson on one of America’s most famous parks, presented by David Jones Historical Presentations. This event is free but registration is appreciated; click here to register.

Wood Lake Book Club: Two Trees Make a Forest
2026-03-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. This month: Two Trees Make a Forest by Jessica J. Lee. A chance discovery of letters written by her immigrant grandfather leads Jessica J. Lee to her ancestral homeland, Taiwan. There, she seeks his story while growing closer to the land he knew.
Refreshments provided; books are available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the Interpretive center. $5/person; free for members. Held this month at the Richfield Community Center.

Play Dates
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Calling all parents! Free play dates are back at the Community Center! Bring your kiddos ages 0-5 for games and activities; drop in for a few minutes or stay all morning. Bring your coffee and meet a friend for conversation while the kids are happily playing with a different theme each time…and it’s all free. This week: Obstacle Course!

Augsburg Park Library: Stories Together with Read-a-Story Theater
2026-02-26 10:15 - 10:45 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
For families. Join us for a lively performance of children’s stories by the Richfield Read-a-Story Theater group. Free!

Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-22 12:30 - 17:30 | Mall of America
Celebrate Lunar New Year with Mall of America! This year is the year of the Horse. The Horse symbolizes energy, independence, and forward momentum. The Horse is associated with passion and perseverance, encouraging bold action, personal growth, and progress–making it a year that favors initiative, travel, and pursuing ambitious goals.
Our annual Lunar New Year festivities are open to everyone, and include artistic performances, cultural presentations, and fascinating activities–plus special decor and photo backdrops to mark the occasion. We hope you can join us to celebrate the Year of the Horse!
