A Season of Possibilities
The summer calendar kicks off with a skateboard camp at Ojibway Park, where children between six and fifteen can learn tricks, safety basics and teamwork under the guidance of certified instructors. Registration is currently open, and spots are filling quickly.
Teens looking for a creative outlet can head to the AR Workshop on Second Street South, where a series of DIY projects awaits. Meanwhile, adults seeking a moment of calm can join free yoga sessions at both Ojibway and Central Parks, which are open to participants over eighteen.
Nature lovers can explore restored prairie and savanna on a guided hike organized by the South Washington Watershed District on June 17, while a 55‑plus safety seminar on June 23 equips seniors with tools to guard against financial fraud and personal threats. Craft enthusiasts can also dive into knitting and crocheting at the R.H. Stafford Library on June 24, where the Fiber Arts Club meets to share patterns and stories.
Document shredding will be available on June 24 for county residents who need a secure way to dispose of sensitive paperwork, and the same day the community can enjoy a pop‑up Jazzercise class on the patio of Central Park, followed by a live performance from the Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra that promises an eclectic mix of strings and rhythm.
Families can look forward to a weekend of outdoor cinema under the stars, with ‘The Bad Guys 2’ scheduled for a screening at Ojibway Park on June 25, while the Afton Strawberry Festival later in the month celebrates local produce with music, food and craft booths. Additional highlights include an early‑absentee voting period for the primary election, a children’s storytime at the Lions Bandshell, and a series of musical acts ranging from the Bavarian Musikmeisters to the Minnesota Mandolin Orchestra.
July brings a series of outdoor adventures, from a Carver Lake Campout that lets families spend a night under the stars to a Majestic Mussels workshop that educates participants about freshwater ecosystems. The Osprey Watch on July 4 offers a close look at fish‑eating raptors nesting nearby, while the Motifs and Mascots talk explores Minnesota’s state symbols, from the rusty‑patched bumblebee to the morel mushroom.
Sports enthusiasts can try hockey at a Try Hockey Day event on June 28, where equipment is provided for children aged four to fourteen, and later in the month a Dodge After Dark: Fireflies night invites participants to hunt for nocturnal wildlife on June 30. The community’s cultural calendar rounds out with a Performance in the Park featuring the Bavarian Musikmeisters on July 9 and a Mammal Adaptation Adventure on July 10 that delves into the biology of local wildlife.