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SUMMARY:Closed New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:The SMINC will be closed for New Year’s Day. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on January 2nd. Trails in Sunfish Lake Park will remain open. Happy New Year!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/closed-new-years-day/
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SUMMARY:Painting Class with Julie Schroeder
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/painting-class-with-julie-schroeder/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T100000
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SUMMARY:Welcome Kind Roots!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursdays (most weeks) we welcome the kids from a local preschool/daycare center\, Kind Roots. The center is still open during these times\, though you can expect to see a lot of little ones here during this time.  Groups of roughly 5 or more\, who are planning to make use of the nature center for an extended time\, are encouraged to call ahead to reserve the space. If you have a large group that would like to make use of the SMINC’s facilities\, please email bayard.godsave@sminc-lake-elmo.org about making a reservation.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/welcome-kind-roots-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T130000
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SUMMARY:Nature Buddy Development: Plant Medicine (11 and up)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Nature Buddy Development Program is all about plant medicine. We are very\nlucky to have Dr. Paul Red Elk join us for this incredible opportunity for young people to learn\nand ask questions about what kind of plants are found in the park and the power that they have to\nheal us. Paul will cover the harvesting process\, how the medicine is made and some of the plants\nthat are found in this park. \nPaul Red Elk is a member of the Mnikoju Lakota tribe (pronounced Miniconjou (plants by\nwater); He is of the grizzly bear clan and grew up on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota.\nPaul was trained as a traditional Lakota herbalist and medicine man from childhood by his\ngrandparents. Paul is also trained in Dakota\, Anishinaabe\, Ho Chunk\, Chippewa\, Onida\, Sac and\nFox. Additionally\, he is trained in Western Herbalism. \nPaul has his own private practice and is a well-known and respected teacher of native herbalism\nas well as a teacher of teachers\, with vast knowledge and the clinical experience of a lifetime. He\nis also a clinical herbalist serving the American Indian Community.\nPaul Red Elk is the voice of true Northern American Indian herbalism and is one of the last truly\ntraditionally trained medicine men alive today. \n$12 per participant. Register here.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/nature-buddy-development-plant-medicine-11-and-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T093000
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CREATED:20250630T185045Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days-3/2026-01-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T123000
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CREATED:20250924T170057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T154615Z
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SUMMARY:Puzzle Contest to Benefit the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Are you good at jigsaw puzzles? Really good? Get a team together and test your skills against other puzzle masters! Fun and prizes (and bragging rights\, of course)! \n\nTeams of up to 4 (at least one member must be 18 years old or older)\nAll teams will get the same 500 piece puzzle\nPrizes for the teams with the three fastest finish times\n$50 donation requested for each team\nWe have room for up to 10 teams\n\nSound fun? You can register your team here!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/puzzle-contest-to-benefit-the-sally-manzara-interpretive-nature-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T100000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday: Animal Winter Fun
DESCRIPTION:Do you think animals have fun in the winter? This session we will be spending some time outside sledding like river otters (bring your sled and dress for outside!) and playing tag like coyotes!  Afterwards we will warm up with cocoa and marshmallows!  \nLooking for a unique experience with a nature based program for you and your toddlers? The Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center is excited to present its second year of our Toddler Tuesdays program!  The program runs 1 ½  hours –  1 hour is structured with a nature themed storytime\, a take home craft and a movement game. The last 30 minutes is time to explore the nature center and make new friends! We will be outside in the milder months and inside for the colder months with an exception for part of the WINTER FUN program. Adults must accompany children.  \n$8.00 for children 1-5 years-old. Adults & children younger than 1 are free. \nTime:10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. \nSpace is limited to 25 kids\, so register today! Sign up here.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/toddler-tuesday-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T180000
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SUMMARY:Medicinal Tree Series w/ Dr. Paul Red Elk - Oaks
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to partner with Dr. Paul Red Elk for this incredible opportunity for a medicinal tree series. In each session\, Paul will discuss the habitat the trees are found\, the historical and modern medicine of the trees and additional uses of the trees beyond the medicine. This is a chance for you to connect with an experienced and well-educated native healer. He will not teach this series again until 2028. \nPaul Red Elk is a member of the Mnikoju Lakota tribe (pronounced Miniconjou – plants by water); He is of the grizzly bear clan and grew up on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. Paul was trained as a traditional Lakota herbalist and medicine man from childhood by his grandparents. Paul is also trained in Dakota\, Anishinaabe\, Ho Chunk\, Chippewa\, Onida\, Sac and Fox. Additionally\, he is trained in Western Herbalism. \nRed Elk has his own private practice and is a well-known and respected teacher of native herbalism as well as a teacher of teachers\, with vast knowledge and the clinical experience of a lifetime. He is also a clinical herbalist serving the American Indian Community. Paul Red Elk is the voice of true Northern American Indian herbalism. He is one of the last truly traditionally trained medicine men alive today. \n$50 per person\, per 2-hour session. Register here.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/medicinal-tree-series-w-dr-paul-red-elk-oaks/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042323
CREATED:20251217T194450Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Kind Roots!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursdays (most weeks) we welcome the kids from a local preschool/daycare center\, Kind Roots. The center is still open during these times\, though you can expect to see a lot of little ones here during this time.  Groups of roughly 5 or more\, who are planning to make use of the nature center for an extended time\, are encouraged to call ahead to reserve the space. If you have a large group that would like to make use of the SMINC’s facilities\, please email bayard.godsave@sminc-lake-elmo.org about making a reservation.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/welcome-kind-roots-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042323
CREATED:20251217T194855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194855Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Kind Roots!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursdays (most weeks) we welcome the kids from a local preschool/daycare center\, Kind Roots. The center is still open during these times\, though you can expect to see a lot of little ones here during this time.  Groups of roughly 5 or more\, who are planning to make use of the nature center for an extended time\, are encouraged to call ahead to reserve the space. If you have a large group that would like to make use of the SMINC’s facilities\, please email bayard.godsave@sminc-lake-elmo.org about making a reservation.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/welcome-kind-roots-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T180000
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CREATED:20251217T174800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T160238Z
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SUMMARY:Medicinal Tree Series with Dr. Paul Red Elk - Nut Trees (Hickory/Butter Nut/Shag Bark Hickory)
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to partner with Dr. Paul Red Elk for this incredible opportunity for a medicinal tree series. In each session\, Paul will discuss the habitat the trees are found\, the historical and modern medicine of the trees and additional uses of the trees beyond the medicine. This is a chance for you to connect with an experienced and well-educated native healer. He will not teach this series again until 2028. \nPaul Red Elk is a member of the Mnikoju Lakota tribe (pronounced Miniconjou – plants by water); He is of the grizzly bear clan and grew up on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. Paul was trained as a traditional Lakota herbalist and medicine man from childhood by his grandparents. Paul is also trained in Dakota\, Anishinaabe\, Ho Chunk\, Chippewa\, Onida\, Sac and Fox. Additionally\, he is trained in Western Herbalism. \nRed Elk has his own private practice and is a well-known and respected teacher of native herbalism as well as a teacher of teachers\, with vast knowledge and the clinical experience of a lifetime. He is also a clinical herbalist serving the American Indian Community. Paul Red Elk is the voice of true Northern American Indian herbalism. He is one of the last truly traditionally trained medicine men alive today. \n$50 per person\, per 2-hour session.  Register here.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/medicinal-tree-series-with-dr-paul-red-elk-nut-trees-hickory-butter-nut-shag-bark-hickory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042323
CREATED:20251217T195618Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Kind Roots!
DESCRIPTION:On Thursdays (most weeks) we welcome the kids from a local preschool/daycare center\, Kind Roots. The center is still open during these times\, though you can expect to see a lot of little ones here during this time.  Groups of roughly 5 or more\, who are planning to make use of the nature center for an extended time\, are encouraged to call ahead to reserve the space. If you have a large group that would like to make use of the SMINC’s facilities\, please email bayard.godsave@sminc-lake-elmo.org about making a reservation.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/welcome-kind-roots-6/
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