Coin Quest: Woodbury’s Winter Medallion Hunt Jan. 12-26, each Monday an acrylic coin will be hidden in a Woodbury park. Clues will be posted on Woodbury Parks and Recreation Facebook pages at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, noon on Wednesday and 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Clues will also be posted on the City of Woodbury’s website two hours after Facebook postings. The three finders will each receive gift cards from Woodbury businesses worth $100. See the site for complete rules and information.

Memory Cafe Tuesday, Jan. 13, R. H. Stafford Library. Hosted by FamilyMeans for those with memory loss, such as Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Call 651-789-4015 for registration.

World Snow Celebration Jan. 13-25. Multiple Stillwater locations centered around Lowell Park. Activities include International Snow Sculptors, broomball tournament, indoor markets, races, and even a pancake breakfast.

Community Awards Gala Friday, Jan. 16, 6-10 p.m., Woodbury Central Park. The Woodbury Chamber of Commerce presents an evening celebrating community award winners with red carpet glam including a delicious Lake Elmo Inn dinner, crooner Gary LaRue, the 360° photo booth, wine pull, dessert auction, and silent auction. $129.

Hockey Day Minnesota Jan. 17-24, 2800 Ravenna Trail, Hastings. Join 80,000 hockey fans for games played outdoors on refrigerated ice. There is a village built around the rink with food and warming options and additional attractions across the city of Hastings.

Puzzlepalooza Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge Saturday, Jan. 17 9 a.m., Woodbury Central Park, Teams of up to four people compete in assembling a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle. Pre-registration required. Team fee $40 residents/$55 non-residents

Winter Maker’s Market Saturday, Jan. 17 from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, 9653 Keats Avenue S, Cottage Grove. Browse handmade goods from local craft vendors, eat at the Brick Oven Pizza Bus, rent skis and snowshoes. Free with vehicle parking permit. $3 donation requested.

Write in Our Midst: Tasha Coryell Saturday Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-12 p.m, Central Park Prairie Room (upper level). Beginning of R.H. Stafford series with local authors. Coryell will discuss her novels, including Love Letters to a Serial Killer and Matchmaking for Psychopaths. Free but registration encouraged.

Movie Night Sunday Jan. 18, Woodbury 10 Theatre 1470 Queens Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., Inside Out 2 starts at noon, sponsored by the Brookview PTA. Pre-registration required. Free admission.

Caregivers Connection Support Group Wednesday Jan. 21, 5:30-8:30, 328 Grill, 328 Broadway Avenue, St Paul Park. Hosted by Kate Swenson from Finding Cooper’s Voice. Presentation about Minnesota Independent and College Community. Pre-registration required.

Finding Your Ancestors: Internet Genealogy 101 Friday, Jan. 23, 2-4 p.m., R.H. Stafford Library. Introduction to effective on-line genealogy research. Registration required.

Gateway State Trail Candlelight Walk Friday Jan. 23, 5-8 p.m., 8698 75th St N, Stillwater. Hundreds of candle luminaries light the mile long trail with bonfires at both ends for a winter’s evening stroll.

Winter Constellations Friday, Jan. 23, 6:30-8 p.m., Lake Elmo Park Reserve Nordic Center, 1515 Keats Avenue North, Lake Elmo. Check out the winter sky using Minnesota’s latest mobile telescopes under the guidance of Mike Lynch (retired WCCO meterologist). Dress for the outdoors and bring a lawn chair. Pre-registration needed. $5 per person over the age of 6. Vehicle permit required.

A Green River Friday, Jan. 23, presented by the Woodbury Royal Theatre, 7 p.m. Woodbury High School, 2665 Woodlane Drive. This one-act play is entered in a Minnesota High School League competition. It tells the story of a haunted veteran seeking peace by the river of his youth. Free.

Winter Clothing Swap Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Historic Washington County Courthouse, 101 West Pine Street, Stillwater. “Shop” for free new and gently used winter gear. Although not required for participation, gently used winter outerwear and accessories can be donated from Dec. 29-Jan. 22 at Lake Elmo Park Reserve, Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park or the Historic Courthouse.

Winter Seed Sowing Saturday, Jan. 24,9:15 a.m., Woodbury Central Park Prairie Room. Bring two tall containers that allow light to shine in (milk or distilled water jugs work) and take them home filled with soil and native seeds that will sprout in the spring. Free but registration requested.

Learn to Snowshoe  Saturday, Jan. 24, 1-3 p.m., Dodge Nature Center at Shepherd Farm, 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove. Float through fresh powder on wooden snowshoes on a mile long nature hike. Beginners as young as 10 are welcome. Register in advance. $10.

Matilda The Musical presented by the Open Door Community Theatre, Jan. 24-26, Thursday Jan. 29, Jan. 31, and Feb. 1. Evening performances at 7 p.m. Sunday matinees at 3 p.m., Oltman Middle School, 6625 Goodview Ave S, Cottage Grove. This inspiring musical tells the story of a unique girl finding her way. Proceeds benefit Bridge to Basics, a local group fighting hygiene poverty. Audience members are encouraged to bring soap, toothpaste and other hygiene products for our struggling neighbors.

Performance in the Park – Matt Hannah Sunday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m., Central Park, 8595 Central Park Place. Matt Hannah is a Minneapolis-based folk Americana singer-songwriter with a Dylan-esque voice and skills on the dobro and the steel pedal guitar. Free.

Special election State Representative District 47A Tuesday, Jan. 27 with early voting Jan. 7-26.

Winter Coat Drive Wednesday, Jan. 28, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tamarack Tap Room, 8418 Tamarack Village. Bring a new or gently used coat for folks served by Joseph’s Coat and receive a free appetizer with your meal.

Winter Pit Stop Thursday, Jan. 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Presbyterian Church 6201 Osgood Avenue N, Stillwater. Free Community resources for those in need including warm meals, haircuts, food and gas gift cards, vaccinations, personal care items’ and help with housing, mental health, transportation, employment, health insurance, and legal assistance.

Woodbury Community Academy Thursdays, Jan. 29-March 19, 6-8 p.m. Sessions educate about the city, build connections and encourage more involvement covering topics including history and demographics of Woodbury, government, and community organizations. $40.

Smartphone Security Friday, Jan. 30, 2-4 p.m., R. H. Stafford Library. Learn how to configure and check security settings that will work for you. Registration required.

Discover the Night: Winter Moonlight Hike Friday Jan. 30, 7-8:30 p.m., Dodge Nature Center at Shepherd Farm, 8946 70th St S, Cottage Grove. Hike through the old growth forest and look for animals moving in the moonlight. For adults 18+. Register in advance. $10.

Monarca Upstander Training Saturday Jan. 31, 9:30 a.m. Location provided after registration. Upstander, constitutional observer training to learn how to respond, document what’s happening, and how to step up as a leader.

Republican and DFL Precinct Caucuses Tuesday, Feb. 3, More information as available on the website.

Comedy Sportz, Friday, Feb. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Resurrection Lutheran Church, 9925 Bailey Road. Improv performance with the actors on opposite teams and the audience as referees. Child care available with pre-registration. Free.

Find Your Furry Valentine, Saturday, Feb. 7, Noon to 3 p.m., Pet adoption event by Humble Hounds of MN, Pet Wants Woodbury, 2110 Eagle Creek Lane, #250. Eat a cupcake while looking for the pup of your dreams.

Midwinter Family Fun  Saturday, Feb. 7, 5-7 p.m., Belwin Conservancy 1553 Stagecoach Trail South, Afton. This night of outdoor activities features guided hikes through the snow, stargazing with the Minnesota Astronomical Society, and s’mores. Indoors, there will be warm drinks and star-themed activities. Get tickets in advance. $10 per car with a sliding fee scale.

Legislative Interviews Saturday Feb. 14, 10-11:30 a.m., on Zoom. League of Women Voters of Woodbury-Cottage Grove Area has invited all eight members of the legislature who represent our communities for a discussion right before the legislative session begins. Register for the Zoom link.