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December 2025
Omega D.E.A.R.: Monthly children’s book reading
Join the Epsilon Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated (a Black Greek Letter Organization) for story hour at the cafe. Grab a drink, snack and pull up a seat for this live reading from the rich literary tradition of African American authors. 1-2 pm, Saturday, June 21. Free for all parents and children (ideal up to age of 6). La Boulangerie Marguerite, 300 13th Ave. NE.
Find out more »February 2026
Duchnovich Day Celebration
The Rusin Association will hold its annual Duchnovich Day Celebration, Saturday, Feb. 7, St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral Parish Center, 1701 5th St NE. Starting at 1 pm there will be a lecture by Dr Nicholas Kupensky on the Carpatho-Rusyn national awakener, Aleksander Dukhnovych, followed by dinner. Dr. Kupensky is an associate professor of Russian and Foreign Area Studies at the United States Air Force Academy and lectures at the Carpatho-Ruthenorum Summer School in Presov, Slovakia. Reservations required for dinner but…
Find out more »March 2026
Train Show and Swap Meet
Sunday, March 8, 12:15-2:30 pm, Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE. Toy trains of different gauges for sale. See toy trains operating in action and see toy train displays. Refreshments available. Admission adults, $5; kids 12 and under free. Learn about the Lakes and Pines Division of the Train Collectors Association; memberships available. Info: www.tcalakesandpines.com
Find out more »S’Mores and More
Saturday, March 21, Water Works Park, 425 W River Pkwy, 1-4 pm. Free s'mores for the first 500 people. Free coffee and hot chocolate. Strava, Run the Park series 5k run and 2-mile walk begins at 1 pm. Learn how to play Nordic yard games Kubb and Molkky. Ice lantern making and park decorating.
Find out more »Pro wrestling at Murzyn Hall
The Columbia Heights Lions will sponsor professional wrestling at Murzyn Hall, 530 Mill St. NE, on Saturday, March 21. Doors open at 6 pm and bell-time is 7 pm. Tickets are $10 at the door; kids 10 years old and younger get in free with a paid adult. Cash-only event. Lions cash bar available.
Find out more »Welcome the Herons
Great blue herons start returning to their rookery on the Mississippi River toward the end of March. Bring your binoculars and join the National Park Service, Mississippi Park Connection and volunteers at Marshall Terrace Park, 2740 Marshall St. NE, Saturday, March 28, 11 am-1 pm. Watch the herons rebuild their nests and flirt with each other as they return to our region. The walking path, from which the rookery is visible, is fully accessible, but the trail down to the…
Find out more »April 2026
2026 Earth Day 5K Bee Run/Walk/River Cleanup
Saturday, April 18, 9 am-12 pm, Boom Island Park, 724 Sibley St. NE. The 10th annual Earth Day Bee Run 5K run/walk/river cleanup will be held in the only national park offering scenic views of the Mississippi River. Family-friendly, dogs welcome, music & booths. Costumes are welcome. Kids' Run at 8:30 am, Run at 9 am, River Cleanup at 9:30 am. Hosted by Great River Coalition, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, The National Park Service, Mill City Running/St. City Running.…
Find out more »Mystery Trash Remix & Red Cross Green Gathering
Art to Change the World has been invited to show a selection of pieces from their Mystery Trash Remix at the Red Cross regional headquarters, 1201 West River Parkway. The exhibit will be on view March 27-May 6. You can visit the building during open hours Sundays, Fridays and Saturdays, 7 am to 3:15 pm, and Mondays-Wednesdays, 11 am-7 pm. The Red Cross Green Gathering will be held Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, 4-7 pm. ACW will host two make…
Find out more »“Ripples” book launch
Celebrate Earth Day at MWMO Stormwater Park and Learning Center, 2522 Marshall St. NE. Join author and muralist Katie Yamasaki as she celebrates the release of her newest picture book, Ripples. The event will include a short talk from Yamasaki and Michelle Spangler from the Mississippi Watershed sharing tips of what you can do to keep the Mississippi River clean, along with kid-friendly activities, and a book signing (with sales from Wild Rumpus Bookstore). Wednesday, April 22, 6-7:30 pm.
Find out more »MN Pocket Pet Rescue’s 12th Birthday Bash
Sunday, April 26, 11 am-3 pm, North Minneapolis Pet Resource Center, 2825 N. 2nd St. The MN Pocket Pet Rescue turns 12 this year. This free family-friendly event will include a guinea pig 'pignic,' a Pet A Hedgehog animal encounter, animal ambassadors of multiple pocket pet species, face painting, free crafts, games, merch, music and more. From 1-2 pm, they will hold a Garden Party sale: For $20 per kit, you'll receive everything needed to start your own pet-safe indoor garden, including four…
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