Education & Community

Join the Critical Thinking Club for their “Intro to Seventh-Day Adventists” a talk that will include Sherman McCormick, Ministerial Director of the Adventist Church in Minnesota. Adventists observe the Sabbath on Saturdays, so the meeting will be on Sunday. The faith is also vegetarian, and there is a grocery store on site. Learn more about this religion that is practiced by 17 million people around the globe. 763.424.8923. Read more about Maple Grove Critical Thinking Club

Ever wonder where all of the frogs and toads go throughout the winter? Look towards spring and hop on over to the nature center to have the kids discover everything frog related. Find out how the frogs and toads survive over winter, meet some froggy friends and make a craft! Ages 4 and older. 20% discount for groups of four or more. 763.694.7700. Read more about Frozen Frogs!

Maple Grove Critical Thinking Discussion Group will be gathering to discuss “Who is Driving the Bus for the Southwest Light Rail Project?”, a meeting to confer about the proposed light rail project. The group will be joined by Lee Simich, CEO of Southwest Transit Bus Service, the award-winning bus service that already serves the community. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Pre-register at landforsale@visi.com or by phone. 763.420.6350. Read more about Maple Grove Critical Thinking Discussion Group

Join in reading a book with environmental, natural history or historical elements and discussing it each month. January’s book is “Stiff: The Curious Life of Human Cadavers” by Mary Roach. Roach discusses what happens to the human body after we die, and the interesting discoveries made possible by the human cadaver. Reservations required. Snacks will be provided. Bring your own beer or wine. Ages 21 and older. 763.694.7700. Read more about Eastman’s Literary Discussion-Winter Series

Ring in the New Year with the entire family. Entertaining activities will be provided for all ages.  Start 2014 with lots of fun and a family-friendly celebration. 763.494.6500. Read more about Family New Year's Eve Party

Join in a community discussion regarding whether Minnesota taxpayers should pay for highway construction in order to maximize employment opportunities for ‘disadvantaged business enterprises’. Think, discuss and learn. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Contact Laurie Karnes to register. 763.420.4757. Read more about Maple Grove Critical Thinking Group

Head to the Maple Grove Library to watch anime, discuss manga and share artwork. This is a great chance for teens interested in anime to spend time with others who enjoy it as well. Every meeting has different, exciting things to offer. 612.543.6450. Read more about Teen Anime Club

Celebrate the holiday season with the entire community of Osseo at the 5th annual Mini-Dazzle parade. The whole family can participate in this tradition with lots of activities available for all ages and interests. 763.425.2624. Read more about Osseo Mini-Dazzle

Cooking a holiday meal with fresh and local ingredients is made much easier with help from the Maple Grove Indoor Farmers Market. Stop by and find artisan breads, jams and jellies, seasonal produce, baked goods and a whole lot more. 763.494.6500. Read more about Maple Grove Indoor Farmers' Market

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