Tuesday, May 31, 2011

More Summer Fun

A BIG thanks to Britni for putting this list together for everyone. What a great list of fun summer events to enjoy with your family.

Wednesday, June 1st and Thursday, June 2nd Baby Story Time
For children from birth to 24 months. Delight and stimulate your baby's sense with books and music. Build brain power.

Where- Eden Prairie Library 565 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie 55344
When- 9:30-11:30
Who- preschool
How- call 651-543-6275 or go to www.hclib.org/edenprairie
Cost- FREE

Wednesday, June 1 - Skate Fun - Chaska

Great chance for preschool age kids to try ice skating. A few small skates are available for rental for $1.50.

Where: Chaska Community Center, 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska, MN 55318
When: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 2-5
How: Just show up
Cost: Parent is free! Child cost: CCC Member: Free; Non-member: Daily admission rate (Chaska resident $5.00, regular $6.75)



Wednesday, June 1 - Tot Time Play Time - Chanhassen

Do you have a child age 6 or younger with energy to burn? Our open gym for toddlers is a convenient social time for children (and parents) to get out of the house and play with toys and run in the gym. All children must be accompanied by parent.

Where: Chanhassen Recreation Center,
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 6 and under
How: Just show up
Cost: $2.50 per child/ $5.00 per family - or use punch card


Wednesday, June 1 - Open Skate
Open skate at the indoor arena. Rink attendants on site. Rental skates available for $2.

Where: Chaska Community Center, 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska, MN
When: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: Ages preschool and up
How: Just show up
Cost: Free for members / $4 non-members (youth $3)


Thursday, June 2 through Saturday, June 4 - Just Between Friends Consignment Sale - Edina
A sale of new and "gently used" children's clothing, name brand maternity wear, toys, outside playground equipment, baby and nursery items, books, videos, furniture and many more unique children's items.  Wed. 6/1 - Presale 3:00pm-8:00pm (For volunteers, consignors, military, and first time parents - see website for specifics about the Presale Thu 6/2 - 10am-7pm - Open to public - $2.00 admission Fri 6/3 - 10am-7pm - Open to public - free! Sat 6/4 - 9am-1pm - Open to public - free! Half price day!

Where: Hopkins Pavilion, 11000 Excelsior Blvd., Hopkins, MN 55343
When: See description for hours
Who: Anyone looking for bargains on kids' stuff
How: Just show up!
Cost: $2.00 admission first day, free on Friday and Saturday. Mention Macaroni Kid and get in for free!

Thursday, June 2 - Gym Time - Chaska
Special tot toys provided for climbing and crawling. Excellent opportunity for socializing and play.

Where: Chaska Community Center - Upper Gym 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska, MN 55318
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-5
How: Just show up
Cost: Parent is free! Child cost: CCC member: Free; Non-member:Daily admission rate (Chaska resident $5.00, regular $6.75)

Friday, June 3 - Tot Time Play Time - Chanhassen

Do you have a child age 6 or younger with energy to burn? Our open gym for toddlers is a convenient social time for children (and parents) to get out of the house and play with toys and run in the gym. All children must be accompanied by parent.

Where: Chanhassen Recreation Center,
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 6 and under
How: Just show up
Cost: $2.50 per child/ $5.00 per family - or use punch card

Friday, June 3 - Pool Fun Time - Chaska

Take advantage of the warm water and shallow depth of the indoor leisure pool. Parents must be in the water with a swimsuit on, within arm's reach for added safety. Sorry, siblings and children older than 5 may not attend.

Where: Chaska Community Center (Leisure pool), 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska, MN 55318
When: 10:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Who: Ages 2-5
How: Just show up
Cost: Parent is free! Child cost: CCC Member: Free; Non-member: Daily admission rate (Chaska resident $5.00, regular $6.75)



Saturday, June 4th Kids in the Garden
On the first Saturday of every month, Bachman's helps your kids get their hands dirty- literally! Their kids in the garden classes will have your children learning about and playing with plants, blooming flowers and other garden staples like bird feeders and baskets. It's a great break from TV and video games! Best for ages 3-10, classes led by experienced and educationally focused staff members. Kid's garden planting kids will learn about growing their own food, how to care for plants and sharing excess crops. They also get a free plant to grow at home.

Where- Bachmans, 770 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, 55344
When- 10am-11am
Who- ages 3-10, parents are welcome but not required to stay
How- register by calling 612-861-7600
Cost- FREE

Monday, May 30, 2011

Summer Park and Summer Beach Days

MOPS SUMMER PARKS AND BEACH DAYS

Community Parks on Tuesdays
Lake Mtka Regional Beach on Thursdays
10:30am

May 24
Lake Susan Park in Chanhassen
903 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen

May 31
Lions Park in Chaska
1300 Crosstown Blvd, Chaska

June 7
Bandimere Park in Chanhassen
East side of Hwy 101 between Lyman Blvd and Pioneer Trail
9405 Great Plains Boulevard, Chanhassen

June 14
Miller Park in Eden Prairie
8203 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie

June 21
Huber Park
600 Bluff Ave, Shakopee

June 28
Lake Susan Park in Chanhassen
903 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen

July 5
Lions Park in Chaska
1300 Crosstown Blvd, Chaska

July 12
Bayview Park in Waconia
On the north side of Bayview Elementary school
24 S. Walnut St.

July 19
Miller Park in Eden Prairie
8203 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie

July 26
Lake Susan Park in Chanhassen
903 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen

Aug 2
Huber Park
600 Bluff Ave, Shakopee

Aug 9
Lions Park in Chaska
1300 Crosstown Blvd, Chaska

Aug 16
Miller Park in Eden Prairie
8203 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie

Aug 23
Lake Susan Park in Chanhassen
903 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen

Aug 30
Bayview Park in Waconia
On the north side of Bayview Elementary school
24 S. Walnut St.

Every THURSDAY (10:30am) during the summer,
meet fellow MOPS moms and kids at
Lake Minnetonka Regional Park
Hours: 6:00 AM–10:00 PM
Phone: 763.694.7754
4610 County Road 44
Minnetrista, MN 55331

*A popular meeting spot is by the bathrooms AWAY from the concession stand. 
There is a parking lot near that is less crowded than the bigger lot*