Oakdale Recreation Monthly News

August 2024

UPCOMING EVENTS

FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES

Audience listening to outdoor music at bandshell

Summer Concert Series

Select Wednesdays | 7 PM | Walton Park Bandshell

Bring your friends, family, and lawn chairs to Walton Park for a variety of free concerts on Wednesday nights though the summer. You're sure to find a live performance that will fit your musical taste.

  • July 24 - The Beatnik Brothers (50s, 60s and 70s)
  • July 31 - Bazillions (Kids and Family Show)
  • August 7 - The Backyard Band (Danceable Rock n' Roll and Country)
  • August 14 - Gypsy Mania Hot Club Quartet (Swing Jazz)


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Variety of colorful vegetables being sold on table

Farmers Market

Wednesdays through October 9 | 2 to 6 PM | Oakdale City Hall Parking Lot

Shop fresh and local at the Oakdale Farmers Market for an array of fresh produce, sweets, meats and more from local vendors on Wednesdays throughout the summer. Food trucks also attend regularly.

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Amped Up Entertainment

Select Wednesdays | 10 to 11 AM | Discovery Center Backyard Amphitheater

Swing around to the Discovery Center’s backyard amphitheater for free programs for all ages. 

  • August 8 - The Raptor Center
  • August 29 - The RAD Zoo


Program will be held indoors in the event of inclement weather.

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Families cool off with water spray from the fire truck

Pop-Up Splash Pads

Friday, August 9 | 1 to 2:30 PM | Tanners Lake Park, Tanners Park Road 

Grab your suit and towel to beat the heat! Oakdale Fire will bring the water. Run through a fire hose spray, toss water balloons and play water games.

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pile of jigsaw puzzle pieces

Family Jigsaw Puzzle Contest

Sunday, August 11 | 9 to 11 AM | Discovery Center

Join us for an exciting morning of competitive puzzling! Teams of up to four people will receive the same 500 piece puzzle and race to see which team can finish the puzzle first. All ages are welcome. Each team must have one member under age 18. Prizes awarded for first and second place teams.  $30 per family. Registration deadline is August 1.

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Inflatable movie screen with audience

Movie in the Park "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" PG/92 min

Friday, August 16 | 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. Sponsored by the Oakdale Police and Recreation Departments. Concessions provided by Maplewood Oakdale Lions Club.   

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Kayaks ready to launch

SilverFinn Kayaking

Paddle locally on one of Minnesota's 10,000 lakes by choosing one of these great upcoming adventures offered by SilverFinn Kayaking.

Sturgeon Moon Kayak | Monday, August 19 | 7:30 to 9 PM | Square Lake, Stillwater

This moonlight paddle includes time on the water and blueberries and lemonade on shore. Kayaks, equipment and life jackets are provided. Bring a flashlight, bug spray, and dress for the weather and water. Wear shoes that can get wet. Park vehicle permit required ($7 daily).  $30 per person per single kayak, or $15 with own kayak. Must be at least 12 years old to participate. Register to kayak before the deadline on August 12.

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PROGRAMS FOR THE KIDS

Preschoolers waving flags

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. 

July 29 to August 1: Gone Campin' at Oakfield Park, 4722 Helmo Avenue (registration deadline extended to 7/25!)

August 5 to 8: Final Fling at Walton Park South Shelter, 1584 Hadley Avenue

Register before the deadline one week prior to camp. $30 per week, per child. 

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School age kids bubble group photo

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.

July 29 to August 1: Video Game Extravaganza at Walton Park (registration deadline extended to 7/25!)

July 29 to August 1: Water Wooo! at Eberle Park (registration deadline extended to 7/25!)

August 5 to 8: Final Fling at Walton Park

August 5 to 8: Final Fling at Eberle Park

Register before the deadline one week prior to camp. $40 per week, per child. 

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ITS Truck

In the Streets: ITS Truck

The ITS Truck will be in the streets and at a park near you this summer! The ITS Truck will operate Monday to Thursday with two stops per day. These drop-in recreation programs are FREE, and no registration is needed. Check out the new schedule for 2024! 

Child mounts a horse

Horseback Riding at Bunker Park Stable (Ages 8 to 16)

Friday, August 2 | 10 AM to 2:30 PM | Depart and Return at Discovery Center

Travel to Bunker Park Stable for a day of riding horses. The trip departs from the Discovery Center and includes horseback ride, barn tour, horse grooming, chaperone and transportation. Participants must be at least eight years old and at least 52 inches tall, no exceptions. You must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (no shorts or sandals). Bring a nut-free bagged lunch. Space is limited. Register before the deadline on July 26. $75.

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Child skateboarding with safety gear

3rd Lair Skateboard Camp (Ages 7+)

August 5 to 7 | 10 to 11 AM | Walton Park

The 3rd Lair skateboard camp program has been part of Minnesota skateboarding development for 26 years providing experienced, well-trained instructors with a proven reputation for success. Each day includes group instruction where riders will work on skill development based on the incoming experience of the individuals in the group and their overall comfort and pacing. Participants should wear closed-toed athletic footwear with no raised heels and bring a skateboard, helmet, knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards. 3rd Lair will provide safety equipment and rentals for kids without gear. Registration required by July 29. $75.

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Mario theme sculpture of mystery block and mushroom

KidCreate Studio: State Fair Foods (Ages 5 to 12)

Friday, August 16 | 9 AM to 12 PM | Discovery Center

What’s the best thing about the State Fair? The food, of course! Young artists will create the most delicious-looking art project around. It will be yumminess on a stick! Kids will create and NOT eat these art projects. Please pack a drink and nut free snack for your child. Deadline to register is August 9. $45.

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Succulent garden in a bowl

KidCreate Studio: Succulent Garden Making (Ages 9 to 14)

Friday, August 16 | 1 to 2:30 PM | Discovery Center

Kids will explore their imagination in this one-of-a-kind garden class where they will design a living work of art with colorful succulents and a mushroom figure that adds a whimsical touch. Participants will bring home their masterpieces to show off or give as a gift. Deadline to register is August 9. $45.

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Librarian reads to kids

Library Story Time

Select Wednesdays | 10:30 AM | Discovery Center
 
A Washington County Youth Librarian will be visiting for a special preschool story time! 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.

  • July 31 - Numbers
  • August 28 - Silly


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ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

woman doing a yoga stretch

Adult Yoga

Oakdale welcomes Jen Vail, registered yoga teacher, trainer and certified Pilates instructor, to the Discovery Center! Jen was most recently the director and founder of YogaFresh in Woodbury, MN from 2007-2023. Her unique offerings have different focus areas and are accessible for all experience levels. She strives to create a non-judgmental, fun and safe environment to explore the benefits of yoga, barre and Pilates. Learn more at http://www.jenvail.com/. 

Registration deadline is prior to class/session start. Drop-in for a single class is $20 if space is available. Please arrive at least ten minutes prior to class when dropping in. 

Twilight Yoga | Thursdays | 6 to 7 PM

  • Summer Session 1: July 25 to August 8 | 3 weeks | $53

Wind down your day with a gentle flow to melt away stress in the glow of twinkling lights. This all-levels class will illuminate your intention and calm the nervous system with flowing movements designed to improve balance, strength and flexibility in a sustainable way. Enjoy the outdoors in the comfort of being indoors and without bugs, humidity and sand. 

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The Discovery Center will be closed on the following dates: 

  • Saturday, July 27 for a private event
  • Sunday, August 18 for a private event
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