For the Kids

Celebrate the holiday season with the entire community of Osseo at the Mini-Dazzle parade. The whole family can participate in this tradition with lots of activities available for all ages and interests. Kick off a fun December with this parade. Free. 6–7 p.m. Downtown Osseo; locations vary. 763.425.2624; discoverosseo.com Read more about Osseo Minidazzle Celebration

Play games, hang out with friends and discover the beauty of nature through the seasons off-trail. Reservations required. Ages 6-8. 4:30– 6 p.m. $10. Eastman Nature Center, 13351 Elm Creek Road; 763.694.7700; threeriversparks.org Read more about Colors of Autumn

Bring the kids, a lawn chair, and a blanket and enjoy movies under the moonlight at the Town Green. This month’s showings include Despicable Me 2, The Muppets and Casablanca. Movies start at sunset, Town Green, 7991 Main St. N., 763.494.6500; maplegrovemn.gov Read more about Movies by Moonlight

Don’t miss the free live music from talented local musicians. Summer Faire is an annual warm-weather tradition for families, couples and music-lovers everywhere. Grab your family, friends and a lawn chair for relaxing in The Shoppes’ central courtyard while enjoying sounds from Minnesota’s favorite musicians. Take advantage of the Shoppes popular retail offerings and fine restaurants before and after the concert. Free. 6-8 p.m. The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, 12459 Elm Creek Blvd. Read more about Summer Faire

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Mark your calendar! The Summer Concert Series is each Wednesday at 10 am. Join in on an activity and listen to kid approved, parent friendly music at the Creative Kidstuff location at the West End in St. Louis Park. Read more about Creative Kidstuff Summer Concert Series

Visit any Creative Kidstuff store to get your ride (bike, scooter, wagon, trike or milk crate racer) ready for 4th of July festivities. Just bring your wheels--they've got you covered on all the rest!

This event is absolutely FREE. Read more about Decorate Your Bike for 4th of July

Join in this Saturday, June 14 at any Creative Kidstuff location for their annual Fish Print event. Kiddos can create a one-of-a-kind t-shirt for themselves or to give as a gift (maybe to a really cool dad they know).

Bring a pre-washed cotton t-shirt and they'll supply everything else you need! Read more about Fish Prints at Creative Kidstuff

Join Delmonico Dance, local law enforcement, first responders and Operation Kidsafe for a free child safety fair. There will be an ice cream truck for the kids.  Parents will receive a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency, as well as valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. Read more about Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event