Explore the Arboretum under the glow of the full moon during these special after-hours events that invite visitors to explore astronomy and the natural world. The Hunter's Moon is the name given to the full moon when hunters would prepare for winter by stocking up on food. Usually the fields are cleared and the bright […]
Gilda's Club Minnesota is excited to spotlight new author, Ryla Ecker, as she releases her inspiring memoir: Faith Through Hard Times: A Brain Cancer Testimony. On the day before her high school graduation, Ryla learned she had an aggressive form of brain cancer called high-grade glioma. Diagnosed earlier in life with the rare disorder neurofibromatosis […]
Observe sheep shearing and learn how wool is taken off the sheep to become beautiful fiber products. Try your hand at creating a felted fiber gift made from Gale Woods Farm's wool. Choose from a variety of options such as soap-scrubbies, ornaments and more. Observe the process of turning flax grown at Gale Woods into […]
Ever wonder about the ground beneath your feet? We wouldn’t be here without it! Now you can appreciate the ground in all its glory during a World Soil Day celebration at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Farm at the Arb. Visit the Tashjian Bee and Pollinator Discovery Center from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on […]
Calling all grads and future grads: Get ready for the Twin Cities Grad Fair—your one-stop celebration and resource hub. Whether you're graduating soon or supporting someone who is, this event is packed with celebration, inspiration and resources. Don’t miss out.
This Wayzata Community Education event will teach you how to research and write your family history. Join Rebecca Shamblin for this informative and accessible class at Wayzata Central Middle School. Registration is required.mm
Join us for a vibrant and soul-nourishing evening of connection, self-discovery and (of course) wine. Wine & Nine is a social event where you’ll explore the Enneagram—a powerful personality tool that helps you understand yourself and others—through laughter, conversation and community. After registering, you'll receive an Enneagram test to take before the event. On the […]
Join our discussion of interesting titles. The book club meets in-person on the second Thursday of each month. February 12: The Names by Florence Knapp Copies of the book will be available to check out from Excelsior Library while supplies last. Participants can also request a copy of the book (print, eBook and/or eAudiobook) through hclib.org.
Make a night of it with your special someone or best friends and enjoy the Spring Flower Show after hours during this fun experience with live music, games, lectures and entertainment. Rockabilly and Water Mill City Trio The trio of Dick Danaher (accordion, sax, clarinet), Will Danaher (trombone) and Nick Jordan (guitar, foot percussion) play […]
The March Full Moon is referred to as the Sugar Maple Moon as this is typically the time when the sap is flowing in Maple Trees. Attendees will learn how the Arboretum collects maple sap and boils it down to sweet syrup and sugar. Warm up by a warm fire and listen to stories of […]
Make a night of it with your special someone or best friends and enjoy the Spring Flower Show after hours during this fun experience with live music, games, lectures and entertainment. Woodwinds and Water Chuck Linderkamp Chuck Linderkamp has been a performer and instructor of woodwind instruments for over 45 years. He is a member of […]
St. Patrick’s Day cooking is often defined by a narrow set of expectations, but Irish food has always been more layered than a single holiday plate. In this demonstration and tasting class, Chef Cheo offers a fresh perspective on traditional Irish flavors, exploring recipes, techniques and presentations that feel both familiar and unexpected. Rooted in […]
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