Join other adults to discuss some wonderful environmental and outdoor recreation-based books. Refreshments will be provided. All books are available at local libraries, or may be available for loan through the nature center. $/person; free for members. Pre-registration and payment are required. Register online at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org, or call 612-861-9365. This month's selection: Crossings: How Road Ecology […]
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 happenings in the night sky. $5/person; free for members.
bi This community-led gathering was created to encourage bird watchers, hobbyists, professional photographers, and those who want to learn more about birds to share information related to the birds who visit the park. Participants may use the club to exchange photos and art, encourage and inspire others to learn about birds, and display photos on […]
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by […]
Come learn about our beautiful nocturnal pollinator friends: moths! Discover their importance to the natural world, their biology, how to set up a moth sheet, and more! If you would like to participate in some evening citizen scientist fun, download the iNaturalist app ahead of time and help document the many nocturnal insects that call […]
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You'll find unique handmade goods from local […]
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Kids Pumpkin Yoga & Storytime; and Marilyn on Piano. Free for […]
Discover the history and age-old tradition of cidering while mashing and pressing apples into cider. Taste a variety of apples and learn how to blend different kinds of apples together into a delicious mix of cider. Enjoy a short fall hike while the cider sweetens through oxidation! $5/person; half-off for members.
Learn one of the oldest arts still practiced today! Practice archery basics and safety, shoot at stationary targets, and play games. Equipment provided. Every person attending must register. Dress for […]
Learn one of the oldest arts still practiced today! Practice archery basics and safety, shoot at stationary targets, and play games. Equipment provided. Dress for the weather. Ages 16 and […]
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You'll find unique handmade goods from local […]
Join us at Fairwood Park for the 19th Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway! Select one free pumpkin for each family, plus there will be door prizes, face painting, a photo booth, […]
Support Wood Lake Nature Center and join in on a fun day of your choice of sports at the Richfield Ice Arena: Curling or pickleball!! Beginners are welcome! The event will include food and beverages for sale from NorthStar Tavern, a silent auction, and prizes for the top performers in each sport and category. Bring […]
Take a walk with a naturalist to take in the colors and see what seasonal changes are taking place. Build community with others as we explore the trails. $5/person; half-off […]
Take a self-guided flashlight walk along the storybook trail to enjoy The Leaf Thief, a delightfully funny story of one squirrel's enormous surprise at the inevitable change of the seasons. Costumes are welcome and encouraged! The trail will start near the Augsburg Adventure Park, and will be on the paved accessible sidewalk adjacent to the playground. […]
Bring your pooch to this gathering of Richfield's four-legged friends and their owners to show off your dog's costume and connect with the community at Richfield's Roosevelt Dog Park. Recreation staff will be on hand with hot chocolate, snacks, and music. All are welcome; no dog necessary. Free!
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. 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! Free.
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You'll find unique handmade goods from local artisans, kids' activities, live music, community booths, and special events--all in one convenient location!! Yoga every week 8:45-9:30 a.m.; free and open to all ages. […]
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Kids Pumpkin Yoga & Storytime; and Marilyn on Piano. Free for […]
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. 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! Free.
Join us for a fun and crafty session where you'll create your very own needle felted dryer balls! These eco-friendly alternatives to dryer sheets are not only practical but also customizable to fit your style. Get ready to have a ball while making your laundry routine more sustainable! You will personalize three dryer balls with […]
Join us for a fun-filled yoga adventure led by our lively instructor, Wendy Zuniga. This interactive class will explore pumpkin-themed yoga poses, playful games, and spirited storytelling. Come decked out in your coziest autumn attire or dressed as your favorite pumpkin character! Bring your own mat. $7/person.
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, […]
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You'll find unique handmade goods from local artisans, kids' activities, live music, community booths, and special events--all in one convenient location!! Yoga every week 8:45-9:30 a.m.; free and open to all ages. […]
Meet Wood Lake Nature Center's animal ambassadors up close! Come learn about the reptiles and amphibians native to Minnesota that call Wood Lake their home. See them up close, touch their shells, and watch them eat! Make an animal craft to take home. $5/person; half-off for members.
Come in costume to this old-fashioned Halloween party with games, treats, and refreshments! Help make fresh-pressed apple cider, play some games, and go on a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt to earn a special "treat"! $5/person; half-off for members.
Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity hosted by the Minnesota Latino Museum in the MOA Atrium. Experience the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead through a stunning altar installation by Minnesota artisan Margarita Sandoval, hands-on workshops, and engaging activities. Enjoy a weekend filled with community, art, and celebration; perfect […]
Kids ages 5 and under, with adult, are invited to a free play date on select Saturdays at the Community Center. Check out the different themes/activities for each date! Kids and adults, bring your friends and your coffee and come hang out! This week: Kids Pumpkin Yoga & Storytime; and Marilyn on Piano. Free for […]
Richfield's First Ever Pumpkin Smash! Help us kick off a new tradition as we turn your old pumpkins into compost instead of sending them to the landfill. Bring your tired, past-their-prime pumpkins to Veterans park on Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to noon, and let's see whose pumpkin can smash the best! Participants are encouraged […]
Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity hosted by the Minnesota Latino Museum in the MOA Atrium. Experience the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead through a stunning altar installation by Minnesota artisan Margarita Sandoval, hands-on workshops, and engaging activities. Enjoy a weekend filled with community, art, and celebration; perfect […]
Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity hosted by the Minnesota Latino Museum in the MOA Atrium. Experience the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead through a stunning altar installation by Minnesota artisan Margarita Sandoval, hands-on workshops, and engaging activities. Enjoy a weekend filled with community, art, and celebration; perfect […]
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. Class will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Two sessions of the same […]
USA Dance-MN will be hosting their Annual Dance Extravaganza! Come and watch as performers showcase a variety of dance styles from jazz to swing to ballroom, featuring local dancers from the Twin Cities area. 60 minutes of pure joy awaits you! Formation teams and solo couples will bring their latest tantalizing choreography. You might just […]