FEATURED EVENTS

Grab your star map and enjoy telescope observing from wherever you are. Our astronomy staff will guide you through the night sky as our telescope, with its new camera features, will live capture deep space objects and stream them to you virtually. Eventbrite registration link coming soon! Don’t forget to download your own Minnesota Skies Guide! https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/star-map/

As the owner of the Minnesota Vikings for the past 16 years, Mark Wilf has led a transformation of the organization, building a team that consistently competes for championships, providing the best in class fan experience, positively impacting the Minneapolis-St. Paul community, and growing the game of football. Join Commonpoint Queens for an inspirational evening with Mark Wilf and Ken Berger, award-winning sports journalist, taking questions from YOU.

Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month by challenging yourself to go the distance. Run or walk the I Have a Dream Half Marathon, 10K or 5K! Help support our charity partner, Back on My Feet, and sign up for your favorite distance today. Register to run, then run or walk the distance and submit your results by the end of February 2021.

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is open with an outdoor, one-way Zoo experience that keeps everyone safe. Come reconnect with wildlife, and feel the wonder all over again. Things are changing – so read carefully to know what to bring and expect. Then get your timed online ticket. We’re excited to see you! Due to recent Covid-19 updates, both aquariums, all indoor spaces and the playground are temporarily closed. Get a timed ticket online (members too). Choose your entry time, then check your email. Bring your printed ticket or phone to scan at the gate. Entry up to 60 mins after ticketed time. Tickets are non-refundable. Face coverings required for anyone 5 and over. Remember your water bottle (refilling station open at lower restrooms) Bring your own stroller/wheelchair/scooter if you need it (no rentals.) Bring credit/debit cards for in-Zoo purchases (no cash.) Parking is free.

With cutting edge technology, best-in-class ballet masters and instructors, and a curriculum 75 years perfected, The Washington School of Ballet sets a new standard in ballet education. Our 2021 Summer Intensive provides students in the Upper Level (ages 12+) with the option to either train fully in-studio or in a virtual format. The Washington School of Ballet Summer Intensive gives students from around the world the opportunity to study for five weeks with our acclaimed faculty including Artistic Director Julie Kent and Professional Division Head Xiomara Reyes. Men’s division classes are led by Rinat Imaev and Damien Johnson.

FEATURING ORIGINAL L.A. CAST! - Laugh, cry, and discover the power of food to nourish, heal, or move us to action. From learning the secret to Grandma’s brisket, to personal stories of eating disorders, to the fascinating history of how the International House of Pancakes was started, true stories of food, culture, and community are blended together with a healthy dollop of humor for a truly delicious storytelling event...for anyone who loves to eat!

Small screen, big laughs! Amid social distancing, ComedySportz Buffalo is back in action! Watch players compete for virtual (family-friendly) comedy glory, all from the comfort of your own home! Registration is free and required through Zoom (limited to the first 100 guests). Running Time Approx 40 minutes.