Children’s Story Time
What: Stories in the Park
When: Feb. 21
Where: Woodridge Park, Cottage Grove
Kids and adults are invited to this monthly inclusive free storytelling, singing, and play session every third Tuesday of the month. The event will be held outdoors when weather permits and programming is recommended for children up to age 8.
Dan Norman
Prom-posal
What: “The Prom”
When: Now through June 10
Where: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen
This feel-good Tony-nominated performance for Best Musical and winner of Best Musical Score offers laughs, love, and plenty of sparkle complete with an abundant meal for dinner and a show in one spot.
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A Musk-See
What: “Smelling Elon’s Musk”
When: Feb. 24-May 20
Where: Dudley Riggs Theatre (formerly Brave New Workshop), 824 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis
The gasp-inducing, eyebrow-raising Brave New Workshop troupe is back at again with this social satire about Twitter/Tesla owner Elon Musk and all the drama and damage he may cause. Opening night is Friday but performances run into May.
Cool Fun
What: Social-ICE
When: Feb. 24-25
Where: Peace Plaza, First Ave. SW. and First St. SW, Rochester
Dance among the illuminated ice sculptures while enjoying drinks from one of the themed bars at this exciting and free social event. Fam-Jam on Feb. 25 features family-friendly activities.
Paula Lobo
Luminous Ballet
What: Doña Perón
When: Feb. 25
Where: Northrop, 84 Church St. SE, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
Experience the moving story of one of Argentina’s most controversial women, Eva “Evita” Perón, in this performance by Ballet Hispánico.
Fashion Exhibit for Black History Month
What: Black History Month: MN Fashion Exhibit
When: Feb. 25
Where: State Capitol, 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul
The first fashion exhibition held at the MN State Capitol highlighting local Black fashion designers in the Twin Cities.
Foodie Finds
What: St. Paul Skyway Food Tour
When: Feb. 25
Where: Union Depot, 214 Fourth St. E., St. Paul
Find new and local food favorites and learn more about the culinary history of the capital city at this weekly event throughout St. Paul’s skyways.
Ren Fest-Inspired Feast
What: Hall of Feasts themed dinner
When: Feb. 25
Where: Historic Schmidt Rathskeller, 882 Seventh St. W., St. Paul
This candle-lit Renaissance feast, with food provided by ROK Eatery, will feature live music, belly dancing, ice carving, and more. Guests are encouraged to wear their best Renaissance-themed garb.
Frostival Festival
What: Frostival
When: Through Feb. 25
Where: Across Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead
Enjoy sleigh rides, cardboard sled races, winter kickball, volleyball, and disc golf, massive bouncy castles, snow sculpture competitions, and more as part of this community festival.
Embrace Winter
What: Winter Village
When: Through Feb. 26
Where: Westin Edina Galleria, 3201 Galleria, Edina
Check out this Swiss-inspired immersive winter experience featuring a wide range of food and drinks.
Flower Power
What: Spring Flower Show
When: Through Feb. 26
Where: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska
With the theme Gardening With Nature, this show celebrates all the natural aspects that make springtime beautiful—insects, birds, and unique flower-cultivating habitats. Don’t miss out on gardening inspiration, or perhaps just a gander at the colorful displays.
