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Early Summer 2025 NewsletterView the Early Summer 2025 Newsletter online and in person at the Oakdale Discovery Center Get the early opportunity to see what activities are coming to fill your child's summer break with fun. Registration will open April 24! Recreation's full summer newsletter, with even more adult and family programming, is coming soon. The pages will be inside the next Oakdale Update magazine, mailed to Oakdale homes and posted online later in May. |
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Host your next summer event at one of Oakdale's picnic shelters!April through October | City of Oakdale Parks Reserve a picnic shelter for your graduation party, shower, birthday, reunion, or other celebration! You can now check availability and make a reservation online. Rental fees are due at the time of booking. MORE INFORMATION |
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Sundae BingoSunday, April 27 | 1 to 3 PM | Discovery Center What could be better than ice cream sundaes and two hours of bingo!? Join us for this fun-filled Sunday afternoon. Make your own ice cream sundae while shouting out BINGO! Prizes are awarded to winners of every game; every participant eligible for two game winning prizes. All participants will be eligible for the prize raffle drawing at the end of the event (must be present to win the raffle). $10 to play. Register before the deadline one week prior to bingo date. All ages welcome! MORE INFORMATION |
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Park Clean Up WeekApril 21 to 27 | Oakdale City Parks | Choose Desired Park Help rid our City of Oakdale parks of the debris and clutter that has accumulated over the months by volunteering during Park Clean Up Week! Businesses, scout groups, schools, daycare centers and civic groups are encouraged to participate. Parks may be cleaned anytime during park clean up week. Garbage bags are provided and each participant will receive a complimentary thank you gift. Get involved by signing up for a park online or by calling 651-747-3860. MORE INFORMATION |
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Community WalkApril 1 to October 31, 2025 | During Park Hours | Oakdale Nature Preserve Walk your way to less stress, lower weight, better health, and great rewards! It’s easy! Register online before your first walk. Must be an Oakdale resident to participate. After enrolling, submit completed mileage forms inside the Discovery Center (or in the outdoor drop box) on the same dates as your walks in the Oakdale Nature Preserve. Mileage walked outside of the Oakdale Nature Preserve and forms submitted late will not qualify. Recreation staff will track all qualifying walked mileage up to 150 miles. Verifying Oakdale Residency (using a photo id) will be required before reward is claimed. MORE INFORMATION |
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Junior Gardeners: Seed StartingSunday, April 13 | 10 to 11 AM | Discovery Center Learn new techniques for growing your own flowers and vegetables from seed. Decorate a flower pot, pick the seeds to plant, then bring your plant home and watch it grow! Free program for kids ages 12 and under. Reserve a spot online or by calling 651-747-3860. MORE INFORMATION |
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FULL! Mystery Egg Hunt (Ages up to 10 years)Saturday, April 19 | 9 to 11 AM | Discovery Center We're sorry, this activity is full! Check out other egg hunts in the area by visiting this great egg hunt guide created by Family Fun Twin Cities. We hope to see you at a future Oakdale Recreation Mystery Egg Hunt; register early for this popular event! MORE INFORMATION |
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Summer CampsEarly registration for summer recreation programs begins Thursday, April 24, online at www.oakdalefun.com or in person at the Discovery Center. |
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"Seasons" Library Story TimeWednesday, April 30 | 10:30 AM | Discovery Center
A Washington County Youth Librarian will be visiting the Discovery Center 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. MORE INFORMATION |
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Mandala Rock PaintingTuesday, April 22 | 6 to 8 PM | Discovery Center Find peace and relaxation while creating an intricate and original Mandala Rock with Dot-A-Doodle Art. Choose your rock design. $30 per person (ages 18+). Registration deadline one week prior to class. MORE INFORMATION |
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Painting Class | "River Reflections" 12x12 CanvasFriday, April 25 | 11 AM to 2 PM | 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. $30 (ages 18+). Register before the deadline one week prior to class. MORE INFORMATION |
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Adult Pickleball LessonsSelect Wednesdays | 6 to 7 PM | Tanners Park Pickleball Courts Learn the basics of pickleball. Equipment is provided, but indicate at registration if you need equipment. $30 per session (ages 18+). Registration deadline is one week prior to start of session, or when full. - Session 1: May 7, 14, 21, and 28
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Adult YogaJoin yoga teacher, trainer and Pilates instructor Jen Vail for all-levels yoga. Registration deadline is one week prior to start of program. Drop-in for single class within a session is $20 if space is available. Morning Yoga Session 3: Tuesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 AM | May 6 to June 3 | 5 weeks | $89 Rise and shine with intention. Experience a customizable and dynamic yoga practice designed to build strength, develop balance, and increase mobility and mindfulness. This all-levels class encourages participants to move at their own pace to explore shapes in a safe and sustainable way that will support a healthy range of motion and a more fulfilling practice experience. Please bring your own mat. Twilight Yoga Session 3: Thursdays, 6 to 7 PM | May 8 to June 5 | 5 weeks | $89
Wind down your day in the glow of twinkling lights. Explore a gentler flow designed to melt away tension with mindful movements to increase strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation in a sustainable way. This all-levels class will illuminate your intentions and calm your nervous system with minimal weight-bearing on the wrists to prepare you for a good night sleep. Please bring your own mat. MORE INFORMATION |
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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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WALKS AT THE OAKDALE NATURE PRESERVE | Wednesdays at 9 AM | No registration is necessary to join these weekly walks. Meet in front of the Discovery Center. WELLNESS MOVIE CLUB: Belfast | Tuesday, April 8 | 1 PM | Oakdale Library | Call the library at 651-730-0504 to register. WALK AND LEARN ABOUT SAFETY | Wednesday, April 9 | 9 to 11 AM | Discovery Center | The Oakdale Police Department will join the Wellness Wednesday Walk for a community-focused crime prevention walk and discussion. This is a unique opportunity for participants to interact with law enforcement, ask questions about crime prevention, and learn about safety strategies relevant to the City of Oakdale. Police personnel will also share insights into the department’s initiatives while promoting wellness. Social time for treats after. RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE | Thursday, April 24 | 9 AM to 3 PM | Oakdale Discovery Center | Sponsored by Oakdale Wellness 50+, Oakdale Recreation and the Maplewood-Oakdale Lions Club. Sign up at redcrossblood.org or 1-800-733-2767 to sign up. PLAY MAHJONGG | Mondays, April 28, May 5, 12, 19 | 1 PM | Discovery Center | Join us to play Mahjongg. No sign up needed. MORE INFORMATION |
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The Discovery Center will be closed on the following dates: - Saturday, April 12 for a private event
- Sunday, April 20 in observance of the Easter Holiday
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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! |
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