Oakdale Recreation Monthly News

November 2023

UPCOMING EVENTS

ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

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Adult Yoga

Oakdale welcomes Jen Vail, registered yoga teacher and trainer and certified Pilates instructor, who will bring three brand new yoga classes 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. Registration deadlines have been extended to prior to start of program. Drop-in for a single class is $20 (if space is available).

Twilight Yoga | Thursdays | 6 to 7 PM

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.

  • Five-week series ($83) November 2, 9, 16 and 30; December 7


Roll and Release: Foam Rolling and Yoga | Fridays

Melt away tightness and stress using self-myofascial techniques, yoga shapes and a foam roller to improve overall health and wellness. This all levels class is the perfect addition to any fitness routine and can help alleviate muscle soreness, support healthy joints and speed up recovery with a focus on deep tissue massage. Space is limited.

  • Pop Up ($20) November 3 | 3 to 4 PM


Morning Yoga | Tuesdays | 9:30 to 10:30 AM 

Rise and shine with intention. Experience a customizable yoga practice designed to build strength and mindfulness to help increase mobility, flexibility and balance. This all-levels class encourages participants to move at their own pace to explore postures in a safe and sustainable way for a more fulfilling practice.

  • Five-week series, Session 2 ($83) November 14, 21 and 28; December 5 and 12


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Indoor Market

Saturdays, November 11 and 25 | 9 AM to 1 PM | Discovery Center

Shop local during the holiday season with over 20 local vendors offering a unique variety of items including baked goods, meats, canned goods, artisan foods, jewelry, seasonal items and much more!  

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Painting Class | Collage Cardinal

Thursday, November 16 | 11 AM to 2 PM | Discovery Center

Join local artist Sandy Danus of Cheerful Hearts Studio as she leads you through a fun and inviting, acrylic paint class. Learn a new skill and have a great time! All supplies are included and our cheerful, step by step instruction is easy to follow, even if you have never picked up a paint brush before. Come away with your own beautiful finished canvas creation that you can be proud of. Deadline to register is November 9. $35.

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Art Discovery Fair

Saturday, November 18 | 10 AM to 3 PM | Discovery Center

Discover the perfect holiday gifts and engage with local artists and crafters at this free-to-attend event. Find paintings, photography, woodworking, jewelry, pottery, and more. 

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Oakdale Wellness 50+

Oakdale Wellness 50+ is a volunteer initiative making Oakdale and Washington County healthier by offering health-focused activities for persons 50 and over that lead to measurably improved wellness. 

Oakdale Wellness 50+ is supported by Washington County, the City of Oakdale, and the Vital Aging Network (VAN).

WEDNESDAY WALKS AT THE OAKDALE NATURE PRESERVE | Wednesdays at 9 AM | No registration is necessary to join these weekly walks. Meet in front of the Discovery Center. 

WELLNESS BOOK CLUB | Tuesday, November 28 | 6:30 PM | Oakdale Library | What to Eat and When, Michael Poizen and Michael Crupain. Register by emailing oakdalewellness50new@gmail.com.


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Adult Trip: American Swedish Institute's Holiday Exhibition

Wednesday, December 6 | 9 AM to 3 PM | Trip departs from Gladstone Center in Maplewood

Visit the American Swedish Institute’s Holiday Rooms, a celebratory exploration of Nordic holiday traditions and customs in the Institute and the 33-room Turnblad Mansion. This guided tour provides a close-up look at the art and architecture of the mansion and also provides facts and history on the Turnblad family and early Minneapolis. Fee includes traditional Swedish lunch. There will be time for optional purchases after lunch. This trip meets at the Gladstone Center in Maplewood. Registration deadline is November 22. No refunds given after the deadline. $75 per person, includes school bus transportation. 

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Holiday Cookie Class

Wednesday, December 6 | 6 to 8 PM | Discovery Center

Learn the art of holiday cookie decorating with Love and Butter Bakery just in time for the season. Decorate and design six holiday cookies to bring home. All supplies and cookies are provided. Deadline to register is November 29. $58.

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FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES 

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Sundae Bingo

Sunday, November 12 | 1 to 3 PM | Discovery Center

What could be better than ice cream sundaes and two hours of bingo!? Join us for this fun-filled Sunday afternoon. Make your own ice cream sundae while shouting out BINGO! Prizes are awarded to winners of every game; every participant eligible for two game winning prizes. All participants will be eligible for the grand prize raffle drawing at the end of the event (must be present to win the raffle). All ages welcome! Register before the deadline on November 5. $10 per player. 

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PROGRAMS FOR THE KIDS

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Library Story Time | Hats

Wednesday, November 29 | 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.

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Oakdale Recreation and the Discovery Center will be closed on the following dates:

  • Sunday, November 5 for a private event
  • Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans Day
  • Thursday and Friday, November 23 and 24, in observance of Thanksgiving


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