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Candlelight & Ice
2023-12-31 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join us for an enchanting New Year’s Eve experience. Embark on a captivating journey along a scenic walking trail illuminated by countless flickering candles, nestled amidst cattails and majestic trees. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of graceful deer, elusive coyotes, and wise owls that may cross your path. Revel in the invigorating winter evening air as you make your way back to the building, where you can toast marshmallows over a crackling fire and warm your spirits with delightful hot cocoa. To secure your spot at this memorable event, make sure to purchase your tickets in advance at woodlakenaturecenter.org. Admission is $6 per person, and it’s free for members of the Friends of Wood Lake (FOWL). Don’t forget, even FOWL members need to reserve their tickets in advance. PLEASE NOTE: NO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR, there are no refunds for this event. The doors open at 5:00 pm, but we recommend arriving by 8:15 pm to allow ample time to fully immerse yourself in all the activities offered.

New Year's Day Skating Party
2024-01-01 13:00 - 14:30 | Richfield Ice Arena
Glide into the New Year at Richfield Ice Arena’s New Year’s Day Skating Party. $6.00/person; includes prizes, giveaways, refreshments, and skating. Limited skate rental available for $4.00.

Cross Country Ski Lessons
2024-01-06 09:30 - 11:00 | 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.

Richfield Board Game Night
2024-01-06 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!

Keeping Warm
2024-01-07 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Discover the secret to keeping warm in the winter as we experiment with different types of insulation and hike to locate microclimates of warm in the environment. Learn how animals use different strategies to survive the cold and how we can dress to stay warm in the winter! $5/person; half-off for members. Dress for the weather conditions.

Live Animal Hour
2024-01-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center’s animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about some of the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota and make an animal craft to take home. $5/person; half-off for members.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: Animals in Winter
2024-01-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Augsburg Park Library, 7100 Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423
Come join us as we discover how Minnesota’s animals survive winter! Make a pinecone bird feeder to bring home to attract your feathered friends. Materials provided. Please come dressed for the weather! Participants earn a stamp for each Nature in Your Neighborhood program they attend. Once you collect three stamps, receive a free backpack (one per family) with items like binoculars and insect jars. Co-sponsored with the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Free; for K-5 children and a caregiver. Click here to register.

Hikin' for Lichen with iNaturalist
2024-01-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Miniature but mighty, lichens, can be found in almost every habitat growing on any substrate. Come learn about these complex and colorful organisms and their important role in the ecosystem as an indicator species. Using the iNaturalist app and hand lenses, identify three lichen forms while hiking and looking for other winter critters. Dress for the weather! Ages 8 and up; $5/person and half-off for members.

Family Voyageur Curling
2024-01-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Donaldson Park, 7434 Humboldt Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Come down to Donaldson Park ice rink and experience Voyageur Curling, a fun new winter sport! It’s a simplified and adventurous version of curling. We use log pieces instead of stones, slide them across the ice like a curling stone, and score the game like bocce ball. A local voyageur curling expert will help coach families on how to play and how to have fun with this unique sport. Come on down for some family fun on the ice!
Register online a www.richfieldmn.gov/register, or just drop in at Donaldson Park.

Bark in the Park Winter Frolic
2024-01-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Roosevelt Dog Park, 7644 - 4th Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Come on out to Roosevelt Dog Park for a seasonal social for you and your furry friend! Warm winter refreshments available for you, and doggie appetizers for our four-legged friends. It’s the perfect time of the season to meet your neighbors and chit-chat, while the dogs get to know each other.

Family Dome Day
2024-01-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Holy Angels Academy Star Dome, 66th Street and Nicollet Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy open play time at the indoor heated dome at the Academy of Holy Angels in the heart of Richfield! Open Dome time is for ALL ages. Our recreation team will bring a van full of equipment to play with, including parachutes, soccer balls, hula hoops, portable frisbee golf chains and frisbees, and bean bags and board. The warm dome will be the perfect space to get some exercise in the middle of the winter, with no need to bundle up! All youth under 14 years of age need to be accompanied by an adult. You will need to register individually as an individual participant, parent, or child online, OR pay in person at the door. (Registrations taken at the door must pay in cash and exact change is appreciated.) Let’s have some fun!

Snowshoe Hike
2024-01-27 12:30 - 14:00, 2024-02-04 14:30 - 16:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy the beauty of winter at Wood Lake while snowshoeing! Discover the history of this sport along with techniques and helpful tips. Afterward, warm up inside with hot chocolate next to a glowing fire! Wear warm winter boots; snowshoes provided. $10/person; half-off for members. All participants must register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org; walk-in registrations are allowed as space permits.

Look Out for Owls!
2024-01-30 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.

Live Music: Tailspin
2024-02-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Tailspin is a rock and country band doing fun songs ranging from classic to current hits. Join us at the VFW!

Cosmic Skating
2024-02-04 17:00 - 18:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Richfield Ice Arena presents Cosmic Skating! Enjoy the music, concessions, and lights! Skating $6 per person; skate rental $4.

Live Music: Tom Hunter
2024-02-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the Richfield VFW!

Wood Lake Book Club
2024-02-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join other adults to discuss The Necessity of Empty Places by Paul Gruchow, an evocative personal narrative that takes us to some of America’s least-traveled corners.
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.

Gaming Drop-In
2024-02-07 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

Live Music: The Persuaderz
2024-02-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
The Persuaderz are a Twin Cities rock & roll cover duo consisting of two OG’s (Original Gregs)- Greg Smith and Gregg Randahl. The band’s song list consists of classic rock, pop, soul, funk/r&b, and more! A great time, great music, and probably some dad jokes.

Live Music: Jonah and the Whales
2024-02-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Welcome to the party! Jonah and the Whales has been rockin’ the Twin Cities for so many years we’ve lost count! Grab your friends, leave the work week behind, and come join the most rockin’ party in town. If you’re ready to feel the motion of the ocean…dive in!

Ride a Scandinavian Kicksled!
2024-02-11 13:30 - 16:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Experience a fun new way to recreate in Minnesota’s winters! A kicksled is a small, wooden sled consisting of a chair mounted on a pair of flexible metal runners that extend backward to twice the length of the chair. The sled is propelled by kicking the ground and can be used on packed snow or ice. Sleds can be enjoyed by one rider and one driver at the same time. $10/sled.
Drop in any time; no registration required.

Tremendous Trees
2024-02-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Minnesota winters bring freezing temperatures, snow storms, and long periods of darkness. Humans hunker down indoors, some animals hibernate, insects go dormant, frogs freeze–but trees stand tall, winter and all. How do trees survive Minnesota’s most extreme season? Join us as we discover the brilliant survival strategies of trees. Program begins with a talk, followed by a winter tree hike. We’ll conclude with hot cocoa around a fire. Dress for cold weather; ages 10 and up.

Night Sky Watching Party
2024-02-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Look for constellations, hear stories, and enjoy the night. Learn how our night sky has been lost to light pollution, and simple things you can do to “bring back the night.” $5/person; 50% off for FOWL members.

Live Music: The Hi Hats
2024-02-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Live music at the Richfield VFW. Hit the dance floor with the High Hats!

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.

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.

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.
