2 weeks Ago By Alexis Johnson
It’s time to shake off that winter coat, Minneapolis, because the parks are coming alive with a variety of springtime festivities suitable for all ages. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting an array of events to get residents and visitors alike out and about, embracing the warmer weather. Starting on April 6, movie buffs can gather at Nicollet Island Pavilion to enjoy a free screening of "Little Big League" from 3 to 6 pm.
According to the official bulletin , the fun doesn’t stop there. Be ready to quickly put on your dancing shoes for a Pop-Up Dance Party at Bryant Square Park on April 9 from 6:30 pm till 8:00 pm. For those ready to add a touch of green to their evenings, "Wall-E; A Clean and Green Movie Night" is scheduled for April 11 at Longfellow Park, with a nominal fee of $5 for residents and $10 for non-residents.
Moreover, enthusiasts of Latin dance can look forward to "Dancing in the Pavilion: Salsa with Erika Cianciaruso" on April 13 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion, running from 3 to 6 pm, as detailed in the announcement . Don't miss the Spring Garden Seed Giveaway on April 14 at Elliot Park from 3 to 7:30 pm, because it's never too early to start planning that summer garden. And for those who enjoy harmonizing with neighbors, the Community Sing-A-Long at Loring Park on April 17 from 7 to 8:30 pm offers a melodious opportunity to do just so.
Family Night springs into action on April 24 at Harrison Park from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, packed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. And lest we forget, the Nicollet Island Spring Market invites attendees on April 27 from 10 am to 4 pm to browse through goods at the Nicollet Island Pavilion, as highlighted by the event roundup . For the kids, Minneapolis Public Schools might be closed for Spring Break from March 31 to April 4, but a variety of camps and programs are ready to keep them thoroughly entertained.
Further egg-centric fun is in store with multiple Egg Hunts and Spring Parties slotted throughout April, including the Eggcellent Doggy Adventure at McRae Park and the Earth Day Clean-Up event that takes place at various sites across Minneapolis. These programs promise a lot of springy excitement for Minneapolis residents, come rain or come shine. All of these events come on the heels of the community's largest clean-up initiative, with an opportunity to contribute during the Earth Day Clean-Up on April 19.
Lastly, Kenny Park is calling all tree huggers on April 25, from 4 to 8 pm, to celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree and participating in tree-related activities. To dig deeper into each event, check out the more in-depth details over at Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s website ..
