Learn about Minnesota's bat population and the dreaded White Nose Syndrome that threatens their world. We will separate fact from fiction about these fascinating little animals. Program participants will aid in ongoing scientific research at the park by counting bats emerging from their daytime slumber.
Join a naturalist to learn about Minnesota?s stream monitoring program. You will learn what tools are used to monitor the stream and you will get to help take measurements of the Whitewater River. Wear shoes that you don't mind getting wet.
Join us at Quarry Hill Nature Center's outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30 AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.
🏐✨ Ready to serve up some fun and learn from the best? Join us for our Sitting Volleyball Clinic with Team USA’s incredible Makenzie Wittman! ✨🏐 Sitting volleyball is a fast-paced, dynamic version of the game played on a smaller court and lower net — all while seated on the...
Galleria's Annual Summer Clearance Sale. Visit our biggest sale of year where you'll find the amazing products at incredible prices! Mark your calendars, this amazing sale only lasts four days and the very best deals go FAST! Shop all of your favorite stores at Downtown Rochester's Premier Shopping & Dining...
Leave with your own finished project as you learn about the Art of Dyeing from the Zumbro River Fiber Arts Guild! They will share the process of fiber dyeing on July 19, 2025 from 12pm - 4pm at the History Center. This is a great time to start your journey...
Learn about the different nuts we can find in the park and in Minnesota and where they come from, who eats them, and create a walnut boat that you can take home!
Show your kids the fun of casting into the water and the excitement when there's a tug on the line! Small group size and hands-on instruction make this a great experience for families. Go to https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/ican/fish.html to register online beforehand.
Mark your calendars for a root tootin', boot scootin' good time! Live music from Foster Grand - Band 5-8PM Beer release & tons of fun for the whole family! Dress up encouraged! Food Truck: Smoak BBQ 4-8PM
Join us for UTSAV: Festival of Colors, a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the Asian Indian community. This free event is open to everyone, and we welcome all to come and have a fantastic time! Enjoy delicious food, captivating dance performances, mesmerizing music, and explore a diverse...
Next Chapter Reentry Project’s Annual Backyard BBQ Come out and enjoy a summer evening of great food and community at the Annual Backyard BBQ hosted by Next Chapter Reentry Project! Highlights include a friendly rib cook-off competition, a crowd-favorite Pie Auction, and bouncy houses for the kids. This family-friendly event...
Sixteen of Minnesota's seventeen kinds of snakes live in the Blufflands. Learn how we can live, work, and recreate in the Blufflands and still conserve these awesome creatures. See a live fox snake. Bring a camera for a picture of your loved one touching a live snake!
The band Dirty Kennels will perform live music from 5-8pm at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in their parking lot as part of the Oronoco Fire Department City Wide Water Fight Event. After the neighborhood waters fights have finished, the Fire Department will park their trucks in the Two Sisters...
