Teen Anime Movie Night, Thursday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. Enjoy a showing of the dubbed 2018 Anime Awards Winner, “Your Name.” This film is rated for ages 12+, with a content warning that the film may contain profanity and smoking. This event is for middle and high school students (ages 11-18). Registration is not required.
Be (Almost) Invisible on the Internet, Friday, Feb. 7, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. Have you ever wondered how to keep a low profile and avoid prying eyes and tracking bots when you’re online? Are you tired of Google tracking everything you do? This seminar at R.H. Stafford Library focuses on how to reduce your information footprint and avoid being tracked when online. Registration is required.
Free Women’s Self-Defense Seminar, Friday, Feb. 7 at 6:15 p.m., Kahn Martial Arts, 1850 Weir Dr, Woodbury. Women ages 12+ can join us on and participate in a free women’s self-defense seminar. Recommend participants wear activewear pants and a shirt, and bring water.
Seussical: The Musical, through Feb. 8, Open Door Community Theatre. Family friendly performances at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1583 Radio Dr, Woodbury.
Hudson Hot Air Affair, Feb. 7-9, River Crest Elementary School at 535 County Road F, south of Hudson, Wisc. 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.
Bird Hike at Pine Point Regional Park, Saturday, Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Pine Point Regional Park, 11900 Norell Avenue North, Stillwater, Minn. Meet at trailhead kiosk. A great way to get outdoors, listen to the sounds of nature, and learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home. Participants have the opportunity to contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys. The surveys collected will assist our Natural Resources team in conjunction with the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund grant. Dress for the weather. We recommend bringing your binoculars, water, snacks and wearing winter hiking shoes or boots. Program is open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Bird hike is free. Need Vehicle Park Pass to enter the park.
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.
Game Night at the Historic Courthouse, Saturday, Feb. 8 and Saturday, Feb. 22 at 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 West Pine Street, Stillwater, Minn. Stay cozy and warm this winter and join us for a fun-filled Game Night. Bring your family and friends to engage in a little friendly competition. A variety of board games will be available to play. The event is free to attend. All ages are welcome.
Food Scraps Pickup Program Information Session, Saturday, Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Valley Library, 380 St. Croix Trail South, Lakeland, Minn. Learn about this new way to recycle food scraps from home in this session hosted by Washington County.
Woodbury Real Estate Meet-Up, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 3rd Act Craft Brewery, 4120 Radio Drive, Woodbury. Come join us for the Woodbury Real Estate Meetup, a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow real estate enthusiasts in the Woodbury area! Whether you’re a seasoned investor, just purchased your first rental, or are simply curious about the real estate market, this meetup is for you.
Winter Woodland Adventure: Woodbury, Wednesday, February 12, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Red Rock Elementary School, 3311 Commonwealth Ave., Woodbury. Grades K-3 and their grown-ups are invited to learn all about the animals that call snowy Minnesota home. Learn to identify tracks and sounds, design cozy animal homes, connect with other families interested in Girl Scouts, and find out how to start your own troop or join an existing one. You’ll also have the opportunity to join Girl Scouts for free! This free event welcomes all families in Woodbury and the surrounding areas. A caregiver must attend with each child.
Take and Make: Snowflake Suncatcher, Saturday, Feb. 15, all-day event, R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. Celebrate winter with a take and make kit to create your own snowflake suncatcher! Registration is not required. This is a take and make event, all materials will be ready for you to pick-up on Saturday, February 15 during open hours. Materials are available first-come, first-serve. Recommended for children in elementary school.
Blizzard Bash, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, at at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park 9653 Keats Ave. S., Cottage Grove, Minn. 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).
Sexual Exploitation: Power Over Predators, Tuesday, Feb 18, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Public Safety Education Center, 2100 Radio Drive, Woodbury. Citizens Against Sex Trafficking (CAST) professionals will present on how parents and caregivers can identify predators; recognize the dangers and consequences of pornography and sexting; determine steps to be safe online; and develop skills to end unhealthy relationships. While the curriculum is geared toward middle and high school students, education and awareness from the important adults in a youth’s life is a strong preventative measure. Parents, caregivers, mentors and coaches of youth are encouraged to attend. Woodbury detectives and school resource officers will also take part of the presentation. This presentation is free to attend and open to all. Registration is not required, but appreciated to help us plan for the event.
STEM: Electricity and Lewis Latimer, Thursday, Feb. 20, and Sunday, Feb. 23, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. In this special Black History Month program, students will learn about Lewis Latimer, an inventor who helped create the first light bulbs. Then, we will explore circuitry principles to make our own light-up inventions. This program is for children ages 7 to 12, and registration is required. We will not make exceptions to the age limits to ensure the best learning experience for everyone. This program is also offered on Sunday, February 23. Please register each child only once, at whichever time best suits your schedule.
Ribbon Cutting – Woodbury News Net, Feb. 20, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., 3rd Act Craft Brewery, 4120 Radio Drive, Woodbury. Join us the makers of The Roundabout and Woodbury News Net as we cut the ribbon to signify our start as an independent news source for Woodbury.
Black History Month: Celebrating Black Arts and Culture, Thursday, Feb. 27, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., JX Venue, 123 Second Street North Stillwater, Minn. Hosted by the Black Employee Network, an employee resource group at Washington County, the event will feature an experience of live performances to recognize the rich history and vibrant future of Black arts and culture.
Peter and the Wolf, East Metro Symphony Orchestra, Sunday, Mar. 16, at 3 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 2499 North Helen Street, North St. Paul, Minn. Admission to this concert is free. Donations in support of the orchestra’s work in the community are always appreciated.
