On Sunday, January 1st, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., see Critters Close up Close at Richardson Nature Center.  See a snake, salamander and turtle up close. Learn what they eat and watch them be fed.

Escape the winter chill to comfortable confines of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory for a free “Music Under Glass” series featuring a perfect blend of musical styling ranging from a variety of genres. Zydeco to Cello & Gypsy to Jazz, the two acre tropical garden under glass will showcase live, local musicians from 5pm -8pm beginning [...]

The date for Rock the Cradle has been set – Sunday, February 26, 2012.  Rock the Cradle is presented by The Current and held at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and the Children’s Theatre Company. This annual family event offers opportunities to experience music, art, books, puppetry, theater and the community all in one place.  [...]

On Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., stop in at Lakeshore Learning to make a noisemaker for New Years.

On Saturday, your family has two chances to see live birds of prey, learn their survival strategies, and find out why they live in captivity at Raptors in the Yard. You can either see them at Richardson Nature Center from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or at Lowry Nature Center from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 [...]

Moms & Dads, Grandmas & Grandpas, etc. etc. Wee Wednesday, Dec 28, 10:30 AM at the Midtown Global Market! FREE! ALL AGES! AND! it is a Children’s New Years Eve Celebration, with noise makers, hats, and an apple juice toast accompanied by that old chestnut, Auld Lang Syne. AND! this is our last final ultimate [...]

Updated: 12/23/2011 05:47:11 PM CST The kids are home for winter break. And the museums, theaters and parks have stepped up to help you fill your time. Here are a baker’s dozen ideas for fun excursions to do with children this week, enough to fill seven days of Kwanzaa, finish up the eight days of [...]

On Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Como Park Zoo will host Noon Year’s Celebrations — a family event so popular, they’re doing it twice.  Make Your ReZOOlution at Como’s Noon Year’s Celebration & Ring In The “Zoo” Year on December 31 or January 1st. The Noon Year’s party features entertainment by [...]

Did your kids get sleds for Christmas? Are you looking for a great place to use them? Minneapolis Parks suggests: Sunset Hill near Theodore Wirth Park or Columbia Golf Course. The City of St. Paul offers a list of Sledding Hills here with maps to those locations here. This list offers a description of the [...]

Have a blessed Christmas.

On Tuesday at 2:00 p.m., The Red Balloon Bookshop will host a Harold and the Purple Crayon Storytime and (a Very Purple) Craft with Artist Ellen Ferrari.

Lakeshore Learning has free crafts for kids every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  This week children can make clay ornaments.  What a great keepsake.  If you like to add an ornament to your child’s collection every year and haven’t done so yet, this could be a great way to do that; or give [...]

Are you looking for some last-minute gift ideas for your children or grandchildren?  Why not consider giving the gift of family fun this year.  Here are a few of my favorites. MINNESOTA SKI PASS All cross-country skiers on ski trails in State Parks, Forests or Trails, who are aged 16 and above must have a [...]

Childish Films is at Minneapolis Central Library Saturday. This is a free program of children’s cinema and arts for all ages. Each screening features a pre-show activity, an educational introduction, and complimentary healthy snacks. Admission is free with open seating to the public. This month the theme is Snowy Days.  Bring your family to Central [...]

The City of Richfield has released its outdoor rink and warming house schedule for the 2011/2012 winter season.  Go here for a PDF of the schedule.