Minneapolis Public Schools

Beat the winter blues and come craft with us! We'll collage, create colorful candy-inspired art, and enjoy sweet treats whiles making fun, creative projects together.

Treat yourself to a relaxing evening of creativity and indulgence! In this laid-back class, we will enjoy the calming benefits of adult coloring while savoring delicious cupcakes. Choose from a variety of intricate designs, unwind with soothing music, and connect with others in a stress-free environment. All materials—and sweet treats—are provided. Just bring your love of color and a sweet tooth!

Ignite your imagination with a free building party of creativity! We've got the Legos, we just need you to turn them in to something incredible! Snacks and drinks provided.

Celebrate connection and creativity with this meaningful mixed-media project! We will use repurposed puzzle pieces to create a heart-shaped design on wood canvas that symbolizes unity, and individuality. ACCESS classes are designed for adults with developmental disabilities.

“Lights, Snacks, Action!” Enjoy yummy snacks and drinks watching a movie with friends on the big screen in the auditorium. Bring a blanket and pillow for extra comfort—let’s make it a night to remember!

Join a Kroening naturalist for an opportunity to go in-depth on a particular topic and learn more about the natural world. Each program will include natural history information, hands-on discovery, and an outdoor component. This series covers a wide variety of topics: choose your favorite or try them all to learn something new. Activities may include walking on uneven ground. Ages 18+ The Mississippi River is constantly changing and being changed. Dive into hands-on discovery with a model river to see how rivers shape the landscape around them. Then learn how interventions to manage erosion and navigation have affected the river’s dynamics and wildlife in the metro area and beyond.

Join a Kroening naturalist for an opportunity to go in-depth on a particular topic and learn more about the natural world. Each program will include natural history information, hands-on discovery, and an outdoor component. This series covers a wide variety of topics: choose your favorite or try them all to learn something new. Activities may include walking on uneven ground. Ages 18+ Learn about the wildlife in our neighborhoods and how these animals adapt to life in an urban environment. Learn to identify the tracks and other signs of common urban animals, then go for a walk in the park to practice what you learned.

When/if we have snow: reach out to list on Tuesday/Wednesday about a Saturday winter recreation program. Description: Done shoveling? Come on out to enjoy the snow! Explore North Mississippi Regional Park on snowshoes, make snow art, or try out a Kicksled with a friend or family member. Equipment is available to borrow for free from 10am -3:30 pm, first-come-first-served, or sign up for a naturalist led snowshoe hike at [11 am or 1 pm].

Are you neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2S+? Let’s meet up for coffee or maybe visit an art museum. This group will be a space for us to just hang out in relaxed environments. Members of the group will have input on where we meet. The group will be led by instructor Frances (she/her) who is a lesbian with autism that wants anyone to feel welcome to attend.