Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books available at local libraries or may be available for loan through the nature center. Note: This event takes place at the Richfield Community Center due to construction at Wood Lake. $5/session; free for members. This month: "Hudson Bay […]
WWE Superstar Natalya "Nattie" Neidhart, the longest-serving female wrestler in WWE history, is Visiting Mall of America for a special Book Event to celebrate her new memoir The Last Hart Beating. Nattie invites readers inside her extraordinary journey, from her upbringing in the legendary Hart family home through her more than two decides in wrestling. […]
Shop through two floors of local artists, crafters, and other creative artisans! Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a hand-stitched quilt, lovingly made by the Quilters Club. ATM will be available onsite.
Join a Refuge Ranger to explore how our neighborhood nature is changing with the season, and discover the science behind the colors! Activities will be both indoors and outside and are geared toward elementary-aged students, but all are welcome. We will finish the program with a take-home project; materials provided. Children must be accompanied by […]
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 […]
Shop through two floors of local artists, crafters, and other creative artisans! Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a hand-stitched quilt, lovingly made by the Quilters Club. ATM will be available onsite.
Head out on a fall hike seeking the birds that migrate through Wood Lake. We will discuss the challenges that birds face during migration, as well as where they are headed. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5 per person; half-off for members.
Join other adults to discuss Mrs. Moreau's Warbler: How Birds Got Their Names by Stephen Moss. It's the touching love story behind the name of one of the world's rarest birds. 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 […]
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. […]
Join us every first Wednesday of the month for a lively evening of family fun at our Free Family Bingo! Bring your loved ones and enjoy an exciting game of bingo with chances to win fantastic prizes for both kids and adults. It's a perfect opportunity for quality family time and friendly competition, Don't miss […]
Join us for an engaging evening at the Friends of Wood Lake (FOWL) Fundraising Dinner. Immerse yourself in an evening filled with camaraderie and support for FOWL's vital mission. Starting with a social gathering at 6 p.m., followed by a chef-prepared dinner at 7, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Be prepared for […]
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota. See them up close, touch their shell, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5 per person; half-off for members.
Bring your tired, past-their-prime pumpkins to Veterans Park parking lot and see whose pumpkin ca drop, splat, and smash the best! This family-friendly event is FREE and open to all ages. Pumpkins brought to this event will be collected for composting. Please bring only natural pumpkins, with no paint, glitter, candle wax, or stickers. Be […]
Learn how to design and create your own logo using classic, low-tech relief printing processes that can be recreated over and over at home! You will come up with a simple design, and then create a personalized stamp to print on your choice of bandana. Free. Materials provided; for grades 7-12. Register here.
Learn the basics of this family-friendly activity that combines shelter-building and fire-starting. Enjoy the seasonal changes while practicing outdoor skills. $5 per person; half-off for members. Register here.
Create your own menagerie of monsters! Learn different sculpting techniques using oven-safe polymer clay. You can trade and collect the silly, scary, or sweet monsters with friends, or turn them into charms or a necklace. Free. Materials provided; for grades 2-8. Register here.
Join us for the annual Richfield Powwow, a powerful community event celebrating and honoring Native American culture! This is a family-friendly gathering featuring incredible traditional drumming and dancing, opportunities for fellowship, and a chance to experience the beauty of Indigenous traditions. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend. The event is FREE and open to […]
The Sheet Rockers are four experienced musicians from the Twin Cities area, who joined together 15 years ago with the goal of having fun playing the music they love! Their […]
Join us for a drop-in event to find new puzzles and share ones you no longer need! Please bring puzzles that are at least 100 pieces, in good condition, and with all pieces included. (Bringing puzzles is not required to participate and take a puzzle.) Can't make the event but want to clean out your puzzle […]
KISS tribute band KISSin' Time rocks Richfield's Fred Babcock VFW!! All-ages show; $20 cover charge will include spaghetti dinner and beer. Music starts at 7!
Young explorers (age 3-5) accompanied by an adult will have an exciting time exploring a different natural topic each visit based on the season. Together with your child, enjoy stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and outdoor discovery time. Please dress for the weather as we will head outside rain or shine for each session. November 19 […]
Come explore different phases of the moon and view the urban night sky. We will keep our eyes and ears open for owls, coyotes, and other happenings in the night […]
Join us for a relaxed Family Puzzle Challenge! Gather your loved ones and work together to complete a 300--piece puzzle as quickly as you can. This fun event encourages teamwork and creativity, while providing a great opportunity to bond with family. Suitable for all ages, it's the perfect way to enjoy some quality time together. […]
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. […]
Get a free visit and pic with Santa, and give back at the same time! A win-win!! Karl Herman State Farm is hosting Santa on November 22, and collecting grocery store gift cards to support teens experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities. Pick up a $10 giftcard (or two or three) for Cub, Target, Aldi, […]
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Tree sales start today! Buy a fresh tree from a local grower for the holidays: A Richfield tradition continues as Clear Lake, Minnesota-based B&J Evergreen will sell holiday trees and stands, garlands, wreaths, spruce tips, and swags this weekend until all of the trees are sold. Premium Fraser, Balsam, Scotch Pine, Canaan Fir, and White […]
Learn the basics of this family-friendly activity that combines high-tech treasure hunts and nature discovery. Then spend the rest of the program exploring around Wood Lake on a course designed for beginners. Geocaching involves looking for a cache using a global positioning system (GPS) unit. All equipment provided. $5/person; half-off for members. Register here; program […]
The Richfield Farmers Market is heading inside for the winter! Moving this year to the Richfield Community Center at 70th and Nicollet. Local foods, holiday treats, and handmade gifts from […]
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 […]