Minneapolis Public Schools

Tour public art by bicycle! The tour will be led by Greg Ingraham, a public artist and former landscape architect and planner. We will start with an overview of the Minneapolis Public Art Program. On the bicycle tour we will view art along W. River Road and the Midtown Greenway, taking a leisurely 11-mile ride taking around two and a half hours. The tour starts and ends at Longfellow Grill, 2990 W. River Parkway. If event is sold out, please add your names to the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets becomes available.

Tour public art by by bicycle! The tour will be led by Greg Ingraham, a public artist and former landscape architect and planner. On the bicycle tour we will view public art at the University of Minnesota and along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, taking a leisurely 11-mile loop taking around two and a half to three hours, starting and ending at Pryes Brewing, 1401 W. River Rd. N. If event is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Put on your most friendly costume and join us for our annual Family Halloween Party at Southwest. Activities include carnival games, a raffle for door prizes, a bingo hall, magic shows, puppet shows, dinner concessions, treats and prizes. The puppet and magic shows are 2 tickets, and the carnival games are 1 ticket. (Tickets are 25 cents each). Children must be accompanied by an adult. A food shelf donation is accepted at the door. Registration not required, just show up for a spooktacular time!

Go fly fishing with Derrick Hanson from "Fish the Driftless"! This class is designed for people who have taken the Fly Fishing Intro course and are looking for more time on the water to practice and learn. Think of this class as an “assisted” fly fishing experience. The course will be spent entirely in the water. Here you’ll have a chance to work on your casting, read the water, select flies, tie your knots, and work towards achieving the perfect drifts to catch trout! The location will be different from the intro course so you’ll have the chance to explore a new river. Waders, boots, gear, and flies are provided. Taking the intro class is not a requirement, but some experience is necessary. Location: Southeast Minnesota, approximately one-hour drive from Twin Cities (exact location will be communicated to students prior to event). Cost Per Person: $175 (plus $24 Minnesota resident one-day fishing license and trout stamp) NOTE: Space is limited to four participants. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

October 4–5, 2025 | The Acreage of Osceola, Wisconsin Come walk the path of water. Come remember. There is a kind of knowing that lives beneath the surface — flowing through the land, the body, and the soul. Water carries that knowing. And when we listen, it speaks. This October, you’re invited to join a community of Earth-hearted humans for a deeply immersive weekend into the living wisdom of water. Set on 360 acres of wild springs, creeks, and prairie at The Acreage of Osceola, this retreat weaves Indigenous ways of knowing with the latest scientific understanding — to guide you back into right relationship with water and self. Together, we’ll remember how to listen. What You Will Experience: Hands-on exploration of water’s physical, energetic, and emotional properties Water walks to natural springs, streams, and the sacred St. Croix River Scientific insights into water’s structure, vitality, and hydration A Water Bar experience to taste and compare tap, filtered, and wild waters Personal water storytelling and guided journaling Structured and wild water rituals for daily life A personalized Water Plan to take home An evening Celebration of Water with poetry and music by Ben Weaver Time on the land and opt-out activities This is more than a workshop. It’s a soul reflection through water. Event Details: The Land and Space: Hosted at The Acreage in Osceola, a breathtaking 360-acre sanctuary once home to Horst Rechelbacher and Kiran Stordalen of Aveda. Our circle will gather in The Stables — a lovingly renovated meeting space overlooking rivers, wetlands, and wild prairie. The Nourishment: Locally grown meals prepared by a private chef, featuring regenerative farm produce. Light breakfast, lunch, and dinner served Saturday; full breakfast Sunday. Snacks, tea, and beverages available throughout. Onsite Lodging and Childcare Available: Stay in beautifully appointed private or shared rooms onsite for a deeper experience Childcare with certified Red Cross babysitters + nature play spaces (details after registration) You may contact lindsay@ecologicaldesign.land with any questions. The Investment: $525 USD Includes meals, snacks, drinks, hosting at the Acreage, day and a half guided workshop, a Water Workbook, printed materials, and the Saturday evening water celebration. Onsite lodging and childcare are optional! Dates & Times: Saturday, Oct 4, 9:00AM-5:00PM (+6:30-8:00PM celebration) Sunday, Oct 5, 9:00AM-1:00PM Location: The Acreage in Osceola 1017 N Cascade St, Osceola, WI 54020 Retreat Creators + Hosts: Facilitated by Lindsay Rebhan and Paula Westmoreland. With decades of regenerative land design, ecological education, and deep Earth wisdom, we are here to walk alongside you — as we return together to the Source. This Retreat Is for You If… You’re craving reconnection — with the land, your body, your rhythm You’re curious about water’s deeper intelligence and your role in protecting it You want practical tools and spiritual renewal with daily & seasonal practices You’re ready to create a relationship with water that nourishes your whole life Refund Policy: Full refund (-$50 admin fee) before September 4. 50% refund (-$50 admin fee) September 4-19. No refund after September 19 unless we can fill your spot. We will make every effort to do so. If event is sold out, please enroll on the waitlist. We will notify you if a ticket becomes available.

As the one-time Mother Superior of St. Agatha’s Conservatory and Convent, the current Celeste Hotel has always been a “work from home” situation for Sister Celeste! Join her and her capable associate Sister Margarita for a special overnight stay in this beautiful boutique hotel on the Eve of the Eve of All Hallows to hear about the history of Hallows’ Tide and tales of otherworldly behavior onsite, in the neighborhood, and beyond! (“Not all of the spirits are in the lounge!”) Includes a fireside appetizers and dinner in the cozy lounge. Sister Celeste & Sister Margarita will join us there to begin our Nooks and Crannies tour through the with stories and lore fit for the season! Tour finishes up in the Chapel Dining Hall where, as always, you’ll have a quiz with a chance to win your very own glow-in-the-dark rosary! 3:00 pm Hotel Check-In 5:00 pm Appetizer and dinner in the Fireside Lounge. Beverages available for purchase at the bar. 6:30 pm Haunted Hotel Tour with Sr. Celeste & Sr. Margarita. Breakfast included with your stay like "nun" other! 11:00 am Check Out on Oct 31st. Event held at Celeste of St. Paul Bar + Hotel, 26 E Exchange St., St. Paul, MN. If event is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will get in touch with you if tickets become available.

The Department of Corrections (DOC) has a long history that is relevant to today's methods of detainment. There are active changes currently occurring with ripple effects to your neighborhood and mine. In this workshop, we will speak on the current policies and procedures that those who are imprisoned in MN must adhere to and also their families who are impacted as well. Participants of this workshop will leave with a better understanding of our DOC. A portion of the proceeds will help support the work of Peace of Hope. This event will take place at New Branches located at 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417. If event is sold out, please register for our wait list. We will notify you if tickets become available.

Curious about curling or looking for a one-of-a-kind Minnesota experience? Learn how to curl at Frogtown Curling Club! Our instructors will teach you the basics of the game including sweeping, throwing stones, scoring, and strategy. You’ll soon be ready to play a game, while our instructors offer tips and cheers of encouragement. Curling offers long-term enjoyment no matter the age, fitness level, or athletic ability. It provides regular physical exercise, a chance to exercise your brain, and social engagement. It involves a great deal of camaraderie both on and off the ice. For those with mobility constraints, we can offer stick curling as an alternative to lunging or bending the knees. The four-part course will be held on Fridays for two hours. If event is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

A special Cave Tour that focuses on the Haunted events that still occurs at the caves. Recently declared as Winner of the Most Haunted Place in Minnesota by Star Tribune. The tour guide will be a haunted character, but the tour is not intended to be frightening. It all started during the 1930's with the unsolved gangland murder at the casino. Some believe the caves are haunted by the murdered mobsters whose bodies were never found. Haunted happenings have taken place ever since. We have so many stories, we can’t fit them into 1 hour. We have selected our best stories and conclude the tour with a slide show! Bring your cameras. Caves are handicap accessible with ramps and bathrooms. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your event. Transportation is on your own. The Wabasha Street Caves are located at 215 Wabasha Street in St. Paul, MN. NOTE: If this lot is full there is another lot available next door at Health Partners. (205 Wabasha Ave. S. - Enter on Plato Blvd.) The Gift Shop with bathroom located right outside cave entrance may be open before the tour but not after. Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday! Transportation to the caves is on your own. If tour is sold out, please add your name to the wait list. We will contact you if tickets become available. Thank you!

Join us for night of delectable bites and artistic Parisian romance featuring a live demonstration from James Beard nominated Chef Marc Heu. Includes tasting buffet and gratuity. Limited capacity event. Marc Heu Patisserie Paris is located at 156 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55102. If event is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Get a historic overview and hear stories about the fascinating people buried in Minneapolis Pioneers & Soldiers (formerly Layman's) Cemetery, the oldest existing cemetery in Minneapolis and one of the few cemeteries in Minnesota listed in the National Register of Historic Sites. Class held at Minneapolis Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery, 2945 Cedar Ave.

The atmosphere and experience at Allianz Field is second to none! Be there firsthand to see the Minnesota United FC soccer team take on the Seattle Sounders. We have a limited number of seats and games sell out quickly. Join our group today!

NOTE: Time change for Sat. Sept 20th Cruise - New Time: 12:00-1:30 pm (Effective 7-11-25) The elegant Minneapolis Queen paddle-wheeler is a perfect way to experience the history of beautiful downtown Minneapolis. Join us for this narrated cruise along the Mississippi River. Beverages will be available to purchase on board the boat. Meet at Bohemian Flats Park. Address: 2150 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55454 . Pay parking lot is available. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitist. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.

In this class, we’ll demonstrate a faster way to infuse herbs into oil using a low-heat crockpot method—ideal for when you don’t have weeks to wait. You’ll learn how to preserve the medicinal properties of your herbs while creating a rich, ready-to-use base for healing salves and body care. If event is sold out, please add your names to the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets becomes available.

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to make rosehip syrup—rich in vitamin C and known for its immune-supporting, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. We'll blend this healing ingredient into refreshing kombucha mocktails and talk about simple ways to use herbal remedies in everyday life. If event is sold out, please add your names to the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets becomes available.

In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to combine honey’s natural healing properties with powdered herbs to create soothing, medicinal blends. Together we’ll explore the uses of common herbs and prepare personalized jars of herbal honey to take home. Perfect for supporting wellness through the seasons.

Discover the art of making oxymels—an old-school remedy blending vinegar and honey with medicinal herbs. In this class, you’ll learn how to balance flavor and function as we create shelf-stable, immune-supporting formulas that are easy to take by the spoonful or mix into drinks. Perfect for beginners and home herbalists alike. If event is sold out, please add your names to the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets becomes available.

Join Linda Black Elk, Director of Educational Programming and Community Engagement at NATIFS, as we learn about traditional plant medicines and utilize that knowledge to prepare our own wellness kits consisting of tea blends, fire cider, and elderberry elixir. Group meets at Indigenous Food Labs inside the Midtown Global Market located at 920 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407. We will direct you to our room. If event is sold out, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if tickets become available.

Join Native American artist Angela Two Stars as she shares the inspiration for her public art project at the site of a former Dakota village on Bde Maka Ska. Class meets at the gathering area between the art installations on the southeast edge of Bde Maka Ska.

NOTE: This cruise departs from Watergate Marina. Cruise time is 5:00-8:30 pm. Join us for a cruise on board the Magnolia Blossom Riverboat with Dakota guide Fern Renville and her cousin J.Garrett Renville,Tribal Chairman for Sisseton Wahpeton on the Lake Traverse Reservation. This is an incredibly moving and meaningful project for the Renville family and Tribe. Fern and Garrett will be sharing their stories, history, and hopes for the future. Take in views of the scenic Mississippi River as you listen to their stories--weaving a bond between the past and present. 5:00 pm Board Magnolia Blossom 5:30 pm Boat Departs Marina 8:30 pm @ Return to Marina Meet at the Watergate Marina, 2500 Crosby Farm Road, Saint Paul Minnesota, 55116. Crosby Farm Road is at the intersection of Shepherd Road and Gannon Road. Transportation to the Watergate Marina is on your own. Beverages will be available to purchase on board the boat. You may bring your own food. Ages 21+. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitist. We will let you know if spots become available.