Movie in the Park | Raya and the Last Dragon (PG/114 minutes)

Friday, August 26 (Rescheduled from August 12) | Movies begin at dusk | Walton Park
 
Round up the kids, some lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy a night under the stars as your favorite movie plays on the big screen at the band shell. Movies are sponsored by the Oakdale Police and Recreation Departments. Rain Policy: Decision to cancel will be made by 4 PM on event day. Notice will be posted on website and Facebook. 

 
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Touch a Truck

Tuesday, September 13 | 5 to 7 PM | City Hall Parking Lot

Don't miss this unique opportunity where dozens of vehicles will be on hand for children to climb, sit in the driver's seat, touch, view up close, pose for photos, and learn about how various trucks work. Kids of all ages can experience what big trucks are really like. As always, free ice cream treats will be provided! Concessions will be available. Free.
 
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Family Fun Flatables

Saturday, September 17 | 11 AM to 4 PM | Walton Park
 
Join us at Walton Park for a full day of jumping, bouncing, diving, and exploring a sea of inflatables!  Over a dozen unique inflatables will be on site for this day of nonstop fun, for all ages. Bounce castles, obstacle courses, and giant slides are just a few of the inflatables you will see. Plus, there will be a kid’s DJ and great food available for purchase. Free.
 
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Library Storytime

Select Wednesdays | 10:30 AM | Discovery Center

A Washington County Youth Librarian will be visiting for a series of special preschool story times! We’ll have fun talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing together. We will focus on concepts such as counting, colors, sharing, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet. A simple craft will follow. A free program recommended for developmental ages 0 to 5 and their grown-ups. 

• August 31: Back to School
• September 28: Colors

 
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Curious Critters Club (Ages 3 to 6)

Select Friday mornings | 9:30 to 11 AM | Discovery Center

Preschoolers discuss a nature topic, play themed games, watch videos and create crafts centered on the subject. Children enjoy a snack that is provided during the class. Please dress kids for the weather; Curious Critters like to go on adventures outside! Deadline to register is one week prior to class. $8 per class.

• September 9: Dragonflies and Damselflies
• September 23: It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s a Squirrel?!

 
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Farmers Market

Wednesdays, now through October 12 | 2 to *6:30 PM | City Hall Parking Lot

Purchase locally grown products that promote healthy lifestyles, while sustaining local agriculture at the Oakdale Farmers Market. Pick up a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, a bouquet of flowers, a loaf of bread, dessert, and so much more! Check out the Community Booth to see what is happening locally, and enter your name for a chance to win the Vendors Variety Gift Basket. This is the vendors' way of saying thank you for supporting the community and local businesses. *Some vendors depart at 6 PM.
 
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Reserve a Picnic Shelter for the 2022 Season! 

Now through early October | City of Oakdale Parks

Reserve a picnic shelter for your graduation party, shower, birthday, reunion, or other celebration! Call 651-747-3860 to check availability and make a reservation. Rental fees are due at the time of booking.
 
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Yoga

Mondays and Thursdays, August 25, 29, September 1, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 | 8:30 to 9:30 AM | Discovery Center

Develop a strong and flexible spine, increase comfort and mobility in your joints, and build strength and balance in a safe way in this all-levels yoga class. Classes focus on each student's own internal experience rather than achieving an external appearance. Every class will include movement and guided breathing woven together. Most classes will have an element of meditation, chanting, and guided self-exploration. 
 
Classes are taught by Jennifer Brandt, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist at Body and Mind Yoga Therapy www.bodyandmindyogatherapy.com.
 
 
Drop in at the Discovery Center front desk to try any yoga class for only $18 per single date.
 
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Cheerful Hearts Painting Classes

Discovery Center

Join local artist Sandy Danus of Cheerful Hearts Studio as she leads you through a fun and inviting, acrylic paint class. Learn a new skill and have a great time! All supplies are included and our cheerful, step by step instruction is easy to follow, even if you have never picked up a paint brush before. Come away with your own beautiful finished canvas creation that you can be proud of. Deadline to register is one week prior to class.

• Friday, August 26, 11 AM to 2 PM | Summer Stems on Canvas Adult Class | $30 (extended registration deadline)
• Thursday, September 22, 5:30 to 7:30 PM | Owl Family on Canvas Adult & Child Class | $35 per adult, includes child
• Friday, September 30, 11 AM to 2 PM | Quiet Coast on Canvas Adult Class | $30

 
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Forest Therapy Walks 

Saturdays, September 3 or 17 | 10 AM to 12 PM | Meet at Discovery Center Firepit
 
Forest Therapy, or “forest bathing,” is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness through immersion in forests and other natural environments. Studies have demonstrated a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and for stabilizing and improving mood and cognition. Forest therapy walks are slow-paced and are leisurely guided through nature by certified forest therapy guides. $20 per class (50% discount for frontline workers).
 
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Oakdale Wellness 50+

Oakdale Wellness 50+ is a volunteer initiative making Oakdale and Washington County healthier by offering health-focused activities for persons 50 and over that lead to measurably improved wellness.
 
Oakdale Wellness 50+ is supported by Washington County, the City of Oakdale, and the Vital Aging Network (VAN).
 
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To register for activities, please visit www.oakdalefun.com. If you have any questions

about the listings, please call us at 651-747-3860 and we will be happy to assist!