Seussical: The Musical, Jan. 31 through Feb. 8, Open Door Community Theatre. Family friendly performances at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1583 Radio Dr, Woodbury.
Winter Constellations Star-Watch Program, Friday, Jan. 31, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Lake Elmo Park Reserve’s Nordic Center. Attendees will get to know constellations such as The Big Bear, Orion the Hunter, Gemini the Twins, and Taurus the Bull, and hear the stories behind them. The event will be hosted by retired WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch, who has been hosting star-watch events and teaching astronomy for more than 50 years. The group will use large telescopes, among the largest mobile telescopes in Minnesota, for close-up views of the moon, Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other wonders in the winter skies. Participants will receive a handout package with user-friendly star maps and constellation charts, apps, websites, a telescope-buying guide, and more. Dress to be outdoors for the majority of the program. Bring a lawn chair or anything else needed for comfort. Cost is $5 per person. Children aged 6 years old and younger are free.
Exclusive Movie Screening: Watershed–The Story of Minnesota Paralympic Swimmer Mallory Weggemann, Wed., Feb. 5 at 6:00 pm at Woodbury 10 Theatre. WATERSHED delves into the extraordinary life of seven-time Paralympic medalist, Mallory Weggemann as she trains for the Tokyo Paralympics amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The film provides an intimate portrayal of her journey, capturing the highs and lows of her swimming career alongside her and Jay’s personal struggle with infertility and undergoing IVF. Meet Mallory and her husband Jay and hear directly from them at the end of the screening. Advance tickets: $15 adults, $10 students. Sponsored by the Minnesota Legislative Society.
Hudson Hot Air Affair, Feb. 7-9, River Crest Elementary School at 535 County Road F, south of Hudson. The theme is “Staying Alive in 2025” for this annual hot air balloon rally and winter festival. Activities include balloon launches, marketplace and craft fair, moon glow/field of fire, and prize drop fundraiser.
Woodbury Polar Plunge 2025, noon, Saturday, Feb. 8, at Carver Lake Park 3175 Century Ave. S., Woodbury. Fundraiser for Special Olympics Minnesota. The Woodbury Plunge has raised over $981,779 for Special Olympics Minnesota in its 10-year history.
Blizzard Bash, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, at at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park 9653 Keats Ave. S. in Cottage Grove. Take the opportunity to sample winter recreational activities, including free use of snowshoes and an opportunity to learn to kick-sled. Fishing for All will be on-site for a drop-in ice fishing program from 11 am – 1 pm (weather dependent). There will also be a self-guided story stroll courtesy of Washington County Library, a scavenger hunt, bonfire, arts and crafts, and food trucks on site, including D’s Kitchen and Caffe Station. This is a free event with a vehicle permit ($7 daily or $30 annually).
