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Twin Cities Child Care Centers

Anoka Child Care Center 3738 7 Avenue Anoka, MN 55303 763-427-1897 Learn & Grow Child Care Center 13142 Central Ave NE Blaine, MN 55434 763-757-9898 Hillcrest Child Care Center 9100 Russell Ave S Bloomington, MN 55431 952-881-5330 Montessori School...

Anoka Child Care Center 3738 7 Avenue Anoka, MN 55303 763-427-1897 Learn & Grow Child Care Center 13142 Central Ave NE Blaine, MN 55434 763-757-9898 Hillcrest Child ... Read more


Twin Cities Youth Groups

Kinship of Aitkin County 107 2nd St SE Aitkin, MN 56431 218-927-4039 West Side Teen Outreach 810 2nd St NW Aitkin, MN 56431 218-927-6080 Youth For Christ 116 W Cla... Read more




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    Kids Eat Free!


    We've updated the list! Momtalk.com tries to keep the listings as current as possible, but before visiting any of the following local restaurants, we recommend calling ahead to verify that a kid promotion is still in effect.


    Have a 9-year old who eats like a horse? A toddler who only eats red food? Need a break? All of the above? These Twin Cities locales feed kids for free. Check the day and/or age restrictions and chow down.



    Daily

    White Castle
    All locations
    www.whitecastle.com
    Kids eat free 4-8pm; Dine-in only, one free kid's meal per adult meal purch ... Continue reading Kids Eat Free!.


    Adoption in the Minneapolis - St. Paul Area



    Do you have everything you ever wanted in life, except a child? Are you ready to become the most important part of a child's life, forever? The Minneapolis-St. Paul area has several agencies worth looking into, and Minnesota adoption offers many options to families. You may adopt an infant or older child through an international adoption, an infant through domestic adoption, or an older child or special needs child through domestic foster care adoption.


    Who May Adopt in Minnesota
    There are few regulations on adoptive parents. Adoptive parents may be single, married, or same sex partners. A ... Continue reading Adoption in the Minneapolis - St. Paul Area.


    Ongoing Storytimes


    Monday

    Jammies Storytime- St. Paul Central Library, St. Paul
    Join library staffers for stories, rhymes, songs, and games before bedtime. Ages 2-9.
    6:30pm
    Cost is free
    St. Paul Central Library
    90 W. 4th
    St. Paul, MN 55102
    651-266-7000
    Visit website: www.sppl.org



    Tuesdays

    Play and Learn Time- Sunray Library, East St. Paul
    Parents and kids can enjoy age-appropriate books and toys during a drop-in educational playtime. Ages 0-5.
    10:30am-noon
    Cost is free
    Sunray Library
    2105 Wilson Aven ... Continue reading Ongoing Storytimes.


    Amusement Parks and Water Parks



    Where to go in the Twin Cities for thrill, chills, and spills.

    Amusement Parks

    Como Town 1302 Midway Parkway, St. Paul Phone:651-487-2121 Website: ComoTown.com Description: This new addition to the Twin Cities features rides for young and old alike. Take a ride on the spinning teacups or battle it out at the water balloon battle area.

    The Park at MOA
    Mall of America, 5000 Center Court, Bloomington
    Phone:952-883-8500
    Website: TheParkAtMOA.com
    Description: This is the nations largest indoor amusement park featuring over seven-acres of entertainment and more ... Continue reading Amusement Parks and Water Parks.


    Theatres & Music Venues


    Kids are never too young for culture. You can find something in the Twin Cities for every age group!



    Ballet Arts Minnesota
    528 Hennepin Avenue, Ste 208, Mpls, MN PHONE: 612-340-1070
    WEBSITE: BalletArtsMinnesota.org

    Description: In collaboration with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the Ballet Arts Minnesota plays host to the Children's Nutcracker at the State Theatre in Minneapolis every November.

    Bloomington Civic Theatre
    1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN PHONE: 952-340-1070
    WEBSITE: BloomingtonCivicTheatre.org

    Description: Bringing a ... Continue reading Theatres & Music Venues.


    Museums, Historical Sites, & Landmarks


    Discover, learn, and generally have a good time.



    Alexander Ramsey House
    Address: 265 South Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN PHONE: 651-296-8760 or 651-296-0100 WEBSITE: MNHS.org

    Description: The well-preserved Victorian home of Minnesota's first territorial governor, Alexander Ramsey. The home is filled with beautiful original crystal, marble and woodwork, as well as, orignal furnishings. Reservations are recommended.

    American Swedish Institute
    Address: 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN PHONE: 612-871-4907
    WEBSITE: AmericanSwedishInst.org

    Description: This ... Continue reading Museums, Historical Sites, & Landmarks.


    Zoos, Aquariums, and Wildlife Centers


    Where the wild things roam...or swim.

    Great Lakes Aquarium 353 Harbor Drive, Duluth Phone: 218-740-3474 Website: GLAquarium.org Description: An aquarium dedicated to the freshwater life found in and around the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Aquarium offers shallow touch tanks, dive shows and aquariums filled with all types of fish species.

    Where the wild things roam...or swim.



    Westwood Hills Nature Center
    8300 West Franklin Avenue
    St. Louis Park
    (952) 924-2544
    Website: www.stlouispark.org
    Description:150-acre natural area featuring marsh, woods and restored prairie.It is home to many animals including deer, fox, mink and owls. The Interpretive Center has educational exhibits, several live animals and restrooms. Open all seasons.

    Como Park Zoo
    1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul
    Phone: 651-487-8200
    Website: ComoZooConservatory.org
    Description: Come see Sparky the seal do a show in th ... Continue reading Zoos, Aquariums, and Wildlife Centers.