Oakdale Recreation Monthly News

May 2025

UPCOMING EVENTS

FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES

Kayaks stage on the shore

Learn to Kayak

Wednesday, May 28 | 5 to 6:30 PM or 6:30 to 8 PM | Silver Lake Beach | 2601 19th Avenue, North St Paul, MN 55109

Learn basic kayak skills such as paddling. Kayaks and life jackets are provided. Wear shoes that can get wet. Dress in layers. Must be at least 12 years old to participate. $30 per person per single kayak, or $15 per person with own kayak. Register before the deadline one week prior to class date. 

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Community Walk

Now 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.

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picnic shelter at Willowbrooke Commons

Host your next summer event at one of Oakdale's picnic shelters!

Now 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.

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PROGRAMS FOR THE KIDS

child dodges yarn lasers

Small World Camps (Ages 3 to 6)

Monday to Thursday | 10 to 11:30 AM

Campers play games, create arts and crafts, and participate in special events for each weekly theme. 

  • June 9 to 12: Bubble Blast Camp at Oakfield Park
  • June 16, 17 and 18*: Space Ranger Training Camp* at Eberle Park
  • June 23 to 26: Superhero Academy at Oakdale Nature Preserve, 4444 Hadley Ave N (Discovery Center Shelter)


Register before the deadline one week prior to camp. $30 per week, per child. *The week of June 16, 17 and 18 is $22.50 (3 days).

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Kids have fun bouncing balls together

Mini Camps (Ages 6 to 11)

Monday to Thursday | 1:30 to 4 PM

Campers play games, create arts and crafts, and participate in special events for each weekly theme.

  • June 9 to 12: Color Wars at Walton Park
  • June 9 to 12: Cosmic Explorers at Eberle Park
  • June 16, 17 and 18*: Cosmic Explorers* at Walton Park
  • June 16, 17 and 18*: Oakdale Secret Agents* at Eberle Park
  • June 23 to 26: Oakdale Secret Agents at Walton Park
  • June 23 to 26: Kids in the Kitchen at Eberle Park


Register before the deadline one week prior to camp. $40 per week, per child. *The week of June 16, 17 and 18 is $30 (3 days).

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"Nature" Library Story Time

Wednesday, May 28 | 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. 

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ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

Pickleball players return the ball

Adult Pickleball Lessons

Select 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 (deadline extended through 5/6)
  • Session 2: June 4, 11, 18, and 25
  • Session 3: July 9, 16, 23, and 30

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Adult Yoga and Pilates

Join yoga teacher, trainer and Pilates instructor Jen Vail for all-levels yoga. Registration deadline is 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.

Pop-Up Mat Pilates | Thursday, May 29 | 9:30 to 10:15 AM | $20

Strengthen and tone, decompress and improve posture with this low-impact Pilates mat practice. This all-levels class will focus on fundamentals with modifications and challenges offered. Space is limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required. Please bring a mat. Other props are provided. This class is not recommended for individuals with osteoporosis or who are pregnant.

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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).

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 BOOK CLUB: Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Dr. Peter Attia | Tuesday, May 27 | 6:30 PM | Oakdale Library | Stop by the library reference desk to check out book. Register by emailing oakdalewellness50new@gmail.com.

PLAY MAHJONGG | Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 | 1 PM | Discovery Center | Join us to play Mahjongg.  No sign up needed.

LEARN MAHJONGG | Saturday, May 24 | 12:30 to 3 PM | Discovery Center | Learn the basics of American Mahjongg from Mary Boss, a professional trainer, coach and Mahjongg enthusiast. Register online or by calling 651-747-3860. 

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Painting of trees reflected in water

Painting Class | "Garden Birdhouse" 10x20 Canvas

Friday, May 16 | 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. $40 (ages 18+). Register before the deadline one week prior to class. 

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Painted round rocks

Mandala Rock Painting

Tuesday, May 20 | 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.

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Oakdale Recreation and the Discovery Center will be closed on the following dates: 

  • Thursday, May 15, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, for a City of Oakdale All Staff Meeting
  • Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday
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