Name: Storytime in the Library
Start: 2024-08-15T10:30:00-05:00
Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, 55318

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN, 55318

Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime in the <a href="https://arb.umn.edu/library" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="706023dc-90f5-499d-9ffd-4b67d976b2d8" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andersen Horticultural Library</a>. We’ll celebrate plants and nature and foster a love for books and reading as we explore the library's vast catalog of children’s books. StoryTime is recommended for ages 0-5 with a parent, but all are welcome. <a href="https://arb.umn.edu/Tickets" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="fe90c8de-ef5c-42d0-aa56-a4e7526822b0" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reserve tickets</a> in advance of your visit!

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Storytime in the Library

Thursday August 15, 2024: Join us every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime in the Andersen Horticultural Library. We’ll...

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Staff and volunteers will facilitate a 5-15 minute activity at the Discovery Booth to explore a specific topic, including plant-related exercises like testing soil, planting a seed or nature journaling. Although geared toward children and families, all are welcome to participate. Each theme will feature two different activities within the month. Discovery Booths are included with <a href="https://arb.umn.edu/Tickets-1" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://arb.umn.edu/Tickets-1&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1725993406345000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3GHAJ2nLz7W5QWhR130eLS" rel="nofollow">general daily admission</a>, which is free for members and ages 15 and younger and $20-$25 for non-members ages 16 and older. Tickets must be reserved in advance of your visit to guarantee admission.

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Head to the Anderson Horticultural Library every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime. We'll celebrate plants and nature and foster a love for books and reading as we explore the library's vast catalog of children's books. StoryTime is included with daily ticketed admission and is recommended for ages 0-5 with a parent, but all are welcome.

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StoryTime in the Library

Thursday September 12, 2024: Head to the Anderson Horticultural Library every Thursday and the last Friday of each month for StoryTime. We'll...

With over 1,200 acres of breathing room, including peaceful indoor spaces, the Arboretum serves as a refuge to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit in one of the greenest spaces in Minnesota. Our Yoga in the Gardens series features year-round wellness classes led by local instructors. Classes are held on Thursdays and Sundays. Advanced registration is required for all classes, and capacity is limited, see the website for ticketing. Please note, we advise that you arrive 15+ minutes prior to class time in order to park and walk to the location on time for your class. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. All experience levels, ages, shapes, and genders are invited and honored. Shelley Pagitt will lead this class in the Oak &amp; Nut Collection Trees.

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Twin Cities Digital Artist Marlena Myles, a member of the Spirit Lake Dakota tribe, presents an augmented reality art exhibition at the Arboretum, which begins in the <a href="https://arb.umn.edu/art/harrison-sculpture-garden" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://arb.umn.edu/art/harrison-sculpture-garden&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1724769538093000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08b3nllFhqRhO4xNH1ETAI" rel="nofollow">Harrison Sculpture Garden</a>. Visitors use their cell phones to download the <a href="https://streaklinks.com/BOr6ZJZz83q16mTH4QCOe6XK/https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.pixelfarm.com%2Frevelo-ar%2F" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://streaklinks.com/BOr6ZJZz83q16mTH4QCOe6XK/https%253A%252F%252Fwww.pixelfarm.com%252Frevelo-ar%252F&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1724769538093000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1UDn9zHPav2h5uzbZewceB" rel="nofollow">Revelo AR app</a> to view digital images and audio at stops along the walk which honors, educates and connects visitors to Dakota history, culture and significance of the land through art and storytelling. Exhibit runs daily. Pre-register your gate admission on the website.

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Arboretum AppleHouse, 7485 Rolling Acres Rd, Victoria, MN, 55386

Pick up the flavors of fall at the Arboretum's AppleHouse. This seasonal shop features a rotating variety of freshly-picked, in-season apples. Call 612-301-3487 for a list of available apples. In addition to apples, shoppers will find apple cider, frozen apple pies, gourmet food items and seasonal decor. Watch for Arboretum-grown pumpkins, squash and gourds arriving in October. Starting in November, the AppleHouse transforms to a holiday boutique, stocked with a variety of holiday gifts, as well as treats for your holiday meals.Visitors don’t need a reservation or a membership to visit the Applehouse Holiday Boutique, and all proceeds from the store support Arboretum research and general operations.

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Be surrounded by prime fall colors while running or hiking the beautiful Arboretum trails! The 5th annual Fall Color Trail Run/Hike is staggered over three days (Oct. 11-13) to prevent overcrowding of the trails and to maximize the experience for all participants. Pick your course (1K, 5K or 10K), date and pace and experience the wonder of autumn from trails lined with stunning fall foliage. Tickets include Arboretum gate admission for the day of your race, a long-sleeve T-shirt and coupon for the Gift &amp; Garden Store. Register online (required) by Sept. 13 for a T-shirt in your preferred size.

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Fall Color Trail Run/Hike on OCTOBER 11-13

Friday September 13, 2024: Be surrounded by prime fall colors while running or hiking the beautiful Arboretum trails! The 5th annual Fall Color...

The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s <a href="https://arb.umn.edu/auxiliary" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://arb.umn.edu/auxiliary&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1723567332291000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1uFu_iEG6COn0d0Kx0EUm6" rel="nofollow">Auxiliary</a> is proud to present the fourth annual Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch! Over the course of three days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), 7,000 stunning handmade glass pumpkins and garden art will be displayed and sold surrounded by the Arboretum’s gorgeous fall gardens. Cash, check and credit card are accepted for purchases. Be sure to reserve your gate admission on the website.

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