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08/06/2024

It's Free Park Entry Tuesday at Washington County Parks MN! Visit Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park to bike, fish, hike and more!
https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Cottage-Grove-Ravine-Regional-Park-12

Today is another Free Park Entry Tuesday in our Parks! Check out any of our parks for free today, no vehicle permit required. Soak up the final month of summer by visiting our Swim Pond at Lake Elmo Park Reserve ☀️

08/05/2024

Camp Kindergarten is back at The Little Village!

Camp Kindergarten is a 3-day drop-off camp (2-hours each day) that gives kids a glimpse of what school will be like. They’ll spend time learning from an experienced teacher, making new friends, and playing together.

Camp Kindergarten is happening Aug. 12-14 from 9-11 a.m. Register today: https://tinyurl.com/yhpurt4f

🎒Camp Kindergarten is back!🎒

Have a kiddo heading off to kindergarten this fall? Join us for Camp Kindergarten at The Little Village!

Camp Kindergarten is a 3-day drop-off camp (2-hours each day) that gives kids a glimpse of what school will be like. They’ll spend time learning from an experienced teacher, making new friends, and playing together.

🍎Each camper will take home a special pencil bracelet or keychain they create on the last day, and a first day of school pennant for those first-day photos. 🍎

A light snack each day is included.

Camp Kindergarten
August 12, 13, 14
9-11am

Campers are welcome to stay after Camp to play.

Save Your Seat! Register Today: https://tinyurl.com/yhpurt4f

08/03/2024

With 50 acres to explore, Woodridge Park in Cottage Grove is a favorite among visitors and residents.

But don't take our word for it - hear what Camden and Hailey have to say!
https://youtu.be/5bjzU42dOWQ?si=WXhw3ijMLk2XhApm

Learn more about its features and amenities: https://www.cottagegrovemn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Woodridge-Park-33

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08/02/2024

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08/01/2024

As golf leagues wind down for the season, twilight is the perfect time for a round of golf at River Oaks Golf Course & Event Center!

Twilight golf begins four hours before dark and is only $27! Book your tee time: https://riveroaksmunigolf.teesnap.net

As our golf leagues wind down for the season, twilight is the perfect time to join us for a round of golf! Twilight golf begins four hours before dark and is only $27! Book your tee time now on our website at https://riveroaksmunigolf.teesnap.net/

08/01/2024

Make your rainy day a bit brighter with Food Truck Thursday at Cottage Grove City Hall! Eggroll Queen will be onsite from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. serving up eggrolls and fried rice. See you soon for lunch!

07/31/2024

Discover the pickleball courts at Glacial Valley Park in Cottage Grove! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the sport, explore why Glacial Valley Park is a top destination for pickleball enthusiasts. Watch now to see what makes our courts stand out!

Discover the pickleball courts at Glacial Valley Park in Cottage Grove, Minnesota! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the sport, explore why Glacial ...

07/30/2024

Excited to welcome Eggroll Queen to this week's Food Truck Thursday!

Make plans to stop by Cottage Grove City Hall between 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1 to enjoy a Queen Meal!

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07/26/2024

Signup now for fall bocce ball leagues River Oaks Golf Course & Event Center! There is still space available for a few teams to register!

Our fall bocce ball leagues are right around the corner! There is still space available for a few teams to register! Don't miss out on this fun opportunity and get your team signed up now! https://riveroaksmunigolf.com/product/2024-fall-bocce-ball-leagues/

07/25/2024

Asian Invasion Food Truck has arrived for Food Truck Thursday!

Plan to swing by Cottage Grove City Hall between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to enjoy their delicious cuisine!

07/23/2024

Excited to welcome Asian Invasion Food Truck to this week's Food Truck Thursday!

Make plans to stop by Cottage Grove City Hall between 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 to enjoy made to order Asian cuisine!

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07/22/2024

The Little Village is offering a drop-off camp - Pirates + Mermaids!🧜‍♀️

In the Pirates + Mermaids Camp, kiddos will:
- Go on a treasure hunt
- Paint their own wooden treasure chests to take home
- Play with pirate sensory kits
- Create cupcake liner mermaid tails
- Play with new friends
- Have lunch (pre-packed or purchased)

Register: https://tinyurl.com/3zf9x7kp

🏴‍☠️Join us for our latest Little Learners Camp - Pirates + Mermaids!🧜‍♀️

⭐Drop-Off Camp⭐
Monday, July 29 | 11am-2pm

During our drop-off Little Learners Camps, kiddos enjoy a themed afternoon of play-based learning while parents enjoy some well deserved quiet time. Campers will learn about our theme through art, science experiments, and sensory play.

In our Pirates + Mermaids Camp, kiddos will:
- Go on a treasure hunt
- Paint their own wooden treasure chests to take home
- Play with pirate sensory kits
- Create cupcake liner mermaid tails
- Play with new friends
- Have lunch (pre-packed or purchased)

For potty-trained kiddos 3+

Don’t miss the boat - save your seat today! Register: https://tinyurl.com/3zf9x7kp

07/20/2024

The Cottage Grove Food Truck Festival is happening Sept. 14 at Kingston Park!

🍔 30+ Food Vendors
🎟 Free Entry
🎶 Live Music
🅿️ Free Parking
👨‍🦽 Accessible
🐶 Pet Friendly (on a leash)
🤸‍♀️ Kids Activities
🍻 Beer Garden
+ more!

Stay up to date by selecting 'attending' or 'interested' on our FB event: https://fb.me/e/6SeyKtCCq

07/18/2024

Locally Grown Theatre is performing "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" this weekend at various locations around Cottage Grove!

Friday, July 19 - Cottage Grove City Hall Amphitheater
Saturday, July 20 - The Grove Church
Sunday, July 21 - Highlands Park

All shows start at 7 p.m. More info can be found at https://www.locallygrowntheatre.org/current-season

Come treasure hunting with Tom and his friends for our second weekend of performances of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"

Here's our Schedule:
Friday - City of Cottage Grove, MN - City Government City Hall Amphitheater
Saturday - The Grove - Cottage Grove
Sunday - Highlands Park

All shows start at 7pm. Bring a Chair and a Blanket!


PC: Naomi Cranston Haag

07/18/2024

🍔🍟🥤The delicious Sandy's Grill & Italian Ice has arrived for Food Truck Thursday!

They'll be serving until 1 p.m. at Cottage Grove City Hall - see you soon!

07/16/2024

If you have not checked out Hamlet Park parkrun, this weekend is a great opportunity to try it! Cottage Grove Parks, Recreation & Ice Arena will be there this Saturday, July 20 at Hamlet Park for this family and pet friendly 5K. It is open to all ages and abilities, and you can find out more below!

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07/13/2024

Did you know? The splash pad at Highlands Park is free to use! Parents are welcome to bring a chair and sit back while the kids play in the refreshing water.

Highlands Park is located at 6975 Idsen Avenue S in Cottage Grove.

More info about the park can be found at: https://cottagegrovemn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Highlands-Park-15

07/11/2024

Eggroll Queen is here for Food Truck Thursday! They will be at Cottage Grove City Hall until 1 p.m. serving up their famous eggrolls and fried rice. See you soon!

07/10/2024

With the forecasted temperatures this week, beat the heat with a visit to the splash pad at Highlands Park! The splash pad is free to use, and parents are welcome to bring a chair and sit back while the kids play.

Highlands Park is located at 6975 Idsen Avenue S in Cottage Grove.

More info about the other amenities at the park can be found at: cottagegrovemn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Highlands-Park-15

07/09/2024

The delicious Eggroll Queen is back for another Food Truck Thursday on July 11!

Make plans to stop by Cottage Grove City Hall between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to enjoy their tasty bites!

The full Food Truck Thursday schedule can be found at https://discovercottagegrove.com/event/food-truck-thursday/2024-07-11/.

07/08/2024

Join a fall bocce ball league at River Oaks Golf Course & Event Center! The leagues will run from August 6 through October 3.

There is still space for a few teams in the Tuesday and Wednesday leagues, but spots are filling up quickly!

Register now: https://riveroaksmunigolf.com/product/2024-fall-bocce-ball-leagues/

07/07/2024

Looking for the perfect spot to watch fireworks? All are welcome to attend the Cottage Grove Lions July 4 picnic and fireworks at Kingston Park!

Ice cream and cheese curd/roasted corn vendors will be onsite as well as hot dogs, burgers, chips and beverages available to purchase. There will also be a bike raffle for kids. Fireworks are set to go off at dusk.

Thank you to the fireworks sponsors: 3M, HyVee, NorthPoint Development, Renewal By Andersen and Tennis Sanitation.

More info, including updates due to weather, can be found on the Cottage Grove Lions Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/pkBobri9wLvDqBSs/

07/06/2024

The Cottage Grove Lions 4th of July Family Celebration is tomorrow, July 7, at Kingston Park!

Thank you to all our sponsors who make this event possible: 3M, Hy-Vee, NorthPoint, Renewal by Andersen and Tennis Sanitation.

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07/02/2024

It's Free Park Entry Tuesday at Washington County Parks MN! Come check out Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park and see all it has to offer!

More info and directions: https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Cottage-Grove-Ravine-Regional-Park-12

We're sliding into another Free Tuesday in our Parks! Visit any of our parks today for free, no vehicle permit required. Our parks have many different playgrounds. Which one is your favorite?

06/30/2024

Whether you're coming from near or far, stop by Gray Duck Disc Golf in Cottage Grove before playing the disc golf course at Oakwood Park!

Meet the owner Tim Grunwald and learn about everything this store has to offer.