Nature Memories Open House with FamilyMeans, Wednesday, July 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Belwin Conservancy, Education Site, Wetlands Classroom 1553 Stagecoach Tr. S., Afton, Minn. In partnership with FamilyMeans, Belwin Conservancy hosts an Open House for individuals with memory loss and their caregiver. Featuring harp music, bird-watching, and nature-inspired arts activities. This event is open to all interested in this partnership between Belwin and FamilyMeans. Free.

Woodbury CareerForce Q&A, Wednesday, July 30, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. Learn about the job search services offered through CareerForce and the library.

Skoolie Family Fun Night, Wednesday July 30, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Elementary, 7335 Steepleview Rd, Books, Games, Crafts, and Dinner. Free.

Performances in the Park: TaikoArts Midwest, Wednesday, July 30, 6:30 p.m., Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Witness the dynamic Japanese drumming of TaikoArts Midwest in this performance, part of Woodbury’s “Performances in the Park” series. Free.

Washington County Fair, Wednesday, July 30, through Sunday August 3, 12300 40th Street North, Stillwater. Everything you could want at a county fair from pig racing to carnival rides to 4H competitions to an Elvis impersonator. Admission $12 for all those 8 and up. Discounts for seniors and veterans on Wednesday morning.

STEM Lab: Kitchen Science, Thursday, July 31, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., RH Stafford Library, Woodbury. Explore the wonders of chemistry using everyday items found in the kitchen: write secret messages with invisible ink, test pH levels using a homemade indicator, and use the principle of diffusion to color window clings you can bring home. This program is created for children ages 6-12, but all are welcome.

Carrie: The Musical! SoWashCo Theatre, Thursday, July 31, to Saturday, August 2, Oltman Middle School, 6625 Goodview Ave S, Cottage Grove. A musical version of the classic horror film for mature audiences .The bullied, teenage, small-town outcast discovers that she’s got a special power, and she’s not afraid to use it. Audience members are asked to support Period Kits MN with donations of supplies or funds.

Zombie Apocalypse Chase: Run and Get It DONE!, Thursday, July 31, 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Carver Lake Park, 3175 Century Avenue S. Participants ages 6-12 will run, climb, crawl, slide and run their way through this one-mile course featuring more than 20 kid-friendly obstacles with a mud pit finale. Zombie apparel optional. Fee $23, Registration required.

Robin Hood, Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2,at 7 p.m., and Sunday August 3, at 2 p.m. A Zephyr Theater production on the green lawn at Aamodt’s Apple Farm, 6428 Manning Ave N, Stillwater. Robin Hood springs to life in a fast-paced, joyfully chaotic mix of heroism, trickery, and heart — all underscored by live music and a seasoned professional cast. Advance bring-your-own-lawn-chair tickets are $32 ($16 ages 10 and under).  Reserved seats are $43. 

Where Connections Blossom: A Garden Gathering Saturday, August 2, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., St Paul’s Lutheran Church, 609 5th St S, Stillwater. An elegant High Tea benefitting the Connect Center aka St. Croix Family Resource Center that provides housing stability for low-income families, homeless youth and singles. Tickets are $60.

55+ Safety Seminar, Monday, August 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., HERO Center MN, 10125 85th St S, Cottage Grove. Join Woodbury Public Safety for a day of interactive safety sessions geared toward adults ages 55 and older. Topics include financial fraud prevention and trends, personal safety, fire safety, safe driving as you age, balance and home safety and more. Meet a few Woodbury police officers, firefighters and community support dog Otis. Lunch included. Free but registration required.

Free Park Entry Tuesday, August 5, at Washington County Parks. No vehicle entry fees on the first Tuesday of the month.

Woodbury Night to Unite, Tuesday, August 5, 5:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m. Night to Unite is a national night of celebrating community and engaging with neighbors and public safety team members at block parties.

Skoolie Family Fun Night, Wednesday, August 6, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Elementary, 7335 Steepleview Rd. Books, games, crafts, and dinner. Immunizations available from Washington County for uninsured and under-insured kids. Free.

Chess Night with East Side Chess Club Twin Cities, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., 3rd Act Brewery, 4120 Radio Dr, Play with chess players of all skill levels.

Performances in the Park: Rince Na Croi, Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 p.m., Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. Irish dancers entertain in this performance, part of Woodbury’s “Performances in the Park” series. Free.

Art Lab: Watercolor Wonders, Thursday, August 7, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library, Woodbury. Practice painting with liquid watercolors and experiment with texture techniques.Things may get messy, so please dress accordingly. This program is created for children ages 6-12, but their grown-ups are encouraged to join in the fun.

Starlight Cinema Minecraft Thursday, August 7, 7:00 p.m. Ojibway Park, Join in free activities until the viewers’ choice film begins at dusk on the 40 foot screen.

Free School Supplies Pick-up for Stillwater Area School District students, Thursday August 7. Brookview Elementary School,1109 Brookview Rd, Woodbury. Register for a timeslot.

Tiny Tot Triathlon Saturday, August 9, 9:00 a.m.,M Health Fairview Sports Center, 4125 Radio Dr, A triathlon for the tiniest triathletes! Participants will bike, run and get wet as they make their way to the finish line to receive a sticker medal presented to them by a firefighter or police officer! Little athletes will bike on their own self-pushed riding item on a path; run down a length of path; splash into the splash pad; and end with a dash to the finish line. Plus, before or after the race, they’ll have a chance to create a medal craft and grab a snack and water. Ages 2-6 in separate heats. $10, Registration required.

Live Brave 5K and 1 mile, Saturday, August 9, 8:30 a.m., Colby Lake Park, 9715 Valley Creek Road, Children and adults race to benefit Live Brave Fund, a part of the Woodbury Community Foundation, supporting local non-profit organizations that advocate for eating disorders and youth mental health. Advance sign-up required.

Woodbury Lakes Sounds of Summer Concert Series, Saturday August 9, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Center Court Woodbury Lakes, 9120 Hudson Rd. Woodbury. Listen to  violin meets R&B with the Afro Beats of Daniel the Violinist. Free.

Musicians Corner House Concerts Presents Moors and McCumber Saturday, August 9, Picnic dinner 6:00 p.m., Music 7:00 p.m., at the home of Marla and John Simmet, 6470 Lynn Way. Bring your own picnic and lawn chairs for a mellow evening of original folk-style music and stories from James Moors and Kort McCumber. Suggested $20 for the musicians’ basket. RSVP requested.

Lake Elmo Airport Pancake Breakfast Fly-in, Sunday August 10, 8 a.m. to noon, Lake Elmo Airport, Manning Avenue. Join Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 54 for pancakes, eggs, and sausage and watch dozens of unique aircraft flying in for the event, which is a fundraiser for the chapter’s mission to provide aviation experiences to young people in the east metro. $10 for adults. $5 for kids 6-12. Children 5 and under eat free. Lake Elmo Airport, Manning Avenue. 

Woodbury Lions Club 15th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, Monday, August 11 and 12, noon, at Eagle Valley Golf Course. The 15th annual event honors the memory of longtime community leader Dick Stafford with proceeds supporting Woodbury Lions Veterans Memorial and the Lions KidSight USA vision screening program. Event highlights include driving and putting contests, lunch and dinner, silent auction and raffle, free range balls, golf gift bags, and awards ceremony. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Minnesota Youth Math Outreach Camp Monday August 11 through 26, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Youth led camp for middle and high school students interested in competitive math. Free but registration required.

How to See Like an Artist Monday August 11 through Friday August 15 (no class on Tuesday) 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library. East Ridge student and artist,Sophia, will lead these classes for middle and high school students by walking through the process of creating a traditional graphite still life drawing, retraining your eye to see like an artist. Registration required.

Teens Make Stuff: Drawing Faces Proportionally Tuesday, August 12, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library. Anastasia, sophomore student volunteer, will lead this workshop for ages 11 to 18. Practice drawing your own face, drawing a friend’s face, or drawing faces from pictures in magazines. Registration required.

Skoolie Family Fun Night, Wednesday August 13, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Elementary, 7335 Steepleview Rd, Woodbury. Books, games, crafts, and dinner, Last gathering for the summer. Free.

Performances in the Park: Brass Union, Wednesday, August 13, 6:30 p.m., Woodbury Lions Bandshell, Ojibway Park, Woodbury. A concert band for summer entertainment part of Woodbury’s “Performances in the Park” series. Free.

Special Olympics Minnesota’s Summer Sports Classic, Friday to Sunday, August 15-17, M Health Fairview Sports Center, Volunteer for a shift or come watch Special Olympians compete in softball and bocce ball.

Credit Unions Fighting Fraud Saturday August 16, 9 a.m. to noon, East Ridge High School, Several credit unions, along with Woodbury Public Safety, partner for a fraud prevention seminar to help attendees learn to prevent and protect against scams. Secure paper shredding and e-waste (old phones, laptops, hard drives) available to help minimize risks. Free but registration suggested to save a spot.

Let’s Make Stuff: Pom Pom Garland Saturday August 16, 10 a.m. to noon, R.H. Stafford Library. In this class, each adult participant will create their own pom pom garland for a nice touch of home decor using yarn. Registration required.

India Fest  Saturday, August 16, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Minnesota State Capitol Grounds, Celebrate India’s Independence Day with food, music, community and Bollywood dancing. Free.

Music in the Trees, Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at the Belwin Conservancy Education Site in Afton, Minnesota. Music in the Trees features live performances by musicians playing from tree stands 16 feet above the ground, creating an immersive experience in the forest. As attendees explore trails through the red pines, they’ll encounter a mix of acoustic, folk, world, experimental, and spoken word performances inspired by nature. Tickets are $10-35 per car.Tuesday August 16, 10 a.m. to noon, R.H. Stafford Library. In this class, each adult participant will create their own pom pom garland for a nice touch of home decor using yarn. Registration required.

Let’s Make Stuff: Pom Pom Garland Tuesday August 19, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library. In this class, each adult participant will create their own pom pom garland for a nice touch of home decor using yarn. Registration required.

Tech for Teens:Ask an Astronaut, Wednesday, August 20, 10 a.m. to noon, PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Boulevard, Bloomington,  Live Q&A session with an astronaut from the Expedition 73 crew currently aboard the International Space Station! The event will include a straw rocket launching workshop where participants will get to design and test their own paper rockets. A workshop designed for youth with disabilities to help gain exposure to technology, engineering, and math concepts. Free. Registration required.

Woodbury Days Friday, August 22, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sunday, August 24,11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ojibway Park, Woodbury’s summer festival for all. 

Firefighter Challenge Saturday, August 23, 1 p.m. Parking lot Woodbury Lutheran Church, 7380 Afton Rd, Woodbury EMS Fire is hosting teams from metro fire departments competing to use water from fire hoses to move a large barrel, hung 12 feet in the air. See fire trucks and meet fire fighters.

Woodbury Lakes Sounds of Summer Concert Series, Saturday, August 23, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Center Court Woodbury Lakes, 9120 Hudson Rd. Woodbury. Listen to  the classical performance by the.Cavatina String Quartet.. Free.

Woodbury Days Grande Parade Sunday August 24, 11 a.m. Parade begins at Red Rock Elementary and ends at Woodbury High School.

Meeting for Parents/Caregivers of Transgender, Gender non-conforming, and Questioning youth Tuesday, August 26 and all 4th Tuesdays of the month, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Contact Transforming Families for location in Afton.