GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — The kids have the day off because it’s just too cold for school.
But for parents and guardians, there is no staying home from work.
So, what should the kids do all day?
If you have an idea, Tweet us using #Sunrisers. In the meantime, we’ve reached out to local centers to find out what kids can do today.
Here are some options to consider:
KARATE DAY CAMP
- Metro Karate and Jiu Jitsu Academy in Chanhassen
- 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- $43.99
YMCA SCHOOL RELEASE PROGRAM
- If you participate in YMCA school age care programs, you will directly receive communications on where and when to get the care you need for your child.
- Youth ages 10-17 may attend the YMCA alone, as long as they are a member or accompanied by a member.
- Guest pass or $5 fee will be required for non-member.
- At age 18, they are considered an adult and the fee is $10.
- At the Harold Mezile North Community Youth & Teen Enrichment Center in North Minneapolis, the Y will offer a special school release program for from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- $12 for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade.
- The YMCA offers needs-based financial assistance on its website.
- For any questions, please contact your local YMCA to see what programs and services are offered in your area and school district.
MINNEAPOLIS RECREATION CENTERS
- Click here for a list of all recreation centers in Minneapolis
- Rec Plus program available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 4 sites
- Webber – 4400 Dupont Ave N (612-370-4916)
- Waite – 1810 34th Ave. NE (612-370-4959)
- Matthews – 2313 28th Avenue South (612-370-4950)
- Lynnhurst – 1345 Minnehaha Pkwy. W (612-370-4914)
- Registration is on site. $40 for Mpls residents.
- The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offers needs-based financial assistance on its website.
ST. PAUL RECREATION CENTERS
- Click here for a list of all recreation centers in Minneapolis
- No additional programming - if your child is old enough to not be with an adult, they are welcome (use best judgement)
- Open Gym times vary
MALL OF AMERICA
- Toddler Tuesdays - no sign of cancellation on website as of 8:30 a.m.
- FREE
- Workshops at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
- In the Rotunda
NEILL ADVENTURE CLUB
- Open to all families currently enrolled in adventure clubs for Robbinsdale Area Schools
- 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., $26 per day
- Visit the website for more information
INNERACTIVE
- Indoor playground for all ages
- Minnetonka AND Mounds View
- 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., $9.75/child
- PREPAY ONLINE, visit the website for more information
COMMUNITY CENTERS
- The Chaska Community Center isn't offering any additional programming but will be open for business as usual.
- The Eden Prairie Community Center isn’t offering additional programming and there aren’t any full-day camp or drop-of programs, however, there are a number of activities for parents who are looking for ways to stay active with their kids during this time.
- Open Gym: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Open Basketball: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Open Swim: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tot Time Swim with Adult, 5:30 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. Open Swim with Waterslide
- Open Skate: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Fees for these programs can be found on the website.
- The Highland Park Community Center in St. Paul is a partnership between Hillcrest Recreation Center and Highland Park Library. The center welcomes children without parents at the parents' discretion. Click here for more info.
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