Strawberry Bliss
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May 9, 2025
This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
The BFK has exciting activities, events, and programs happening daily! From rotating activities in The Studio, Food to Grow, and The Lab to special events and programs, there’s always something new to discover! Click on an activity for more information.
Activities & Events in May 2025
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Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 10, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
Welcome Baby Connecting Event Welcome Baby Connecting Event
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May 10, 2025
Are you a first-time parent? Or a soon-to-be first-time parent? Attend a Welcome Baby Connecting Event and receive a free BFK membership! Connecting Events occur the second Saturday of every month in-person at the Building for Kids. During these free events, an expert from one of our partner organizations will lead a conversation focused on babies and parenting.
Learn more and register here!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 10, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Cooking with Mom Cooking with Mom
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May 11, 2025Today in Food to Grow, make some tasty treats with mom!
Mother's Day Mother's Day
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May 11, 2025
Join us on Mother’s Day for an event celebrating mothers and mother-figures! In partnership with Boldt, we’re offering moms FREE admission.
Throughout the day, families can make handprint art, floral creations, and Mother’s Day cards in The Studio and participate in a photo scavenger hunt around the museum. Take home your artwork and family photos as keepsakes of the special day shared with mom!
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Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 13, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 13, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 14, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
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Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 15, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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May 15, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
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May 15, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 16, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
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Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 17, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 17, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Sensory Superstars Sensory Superstars
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May 18, 2025
Sensory Superstars consists of a lower-sensory environment at the museum – lower lighting, no music, and certain exhibits will be turned off. This program may also include guests, resources, and sensory-friendly activities. Sensory Superstars occurs the third Sunday of every month from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and is free to families in the Autism community.
Learn more here!
Strawberry Bliss Strawberry Bliss
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May 18, 2025This week in Food to Grow, build your own Sweet Treat! Learn how to make sweet treats for the spring season using strawberries!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 20, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 20, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 21, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 22, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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May 22, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
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May 22, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 23, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 24, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 24, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 25, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 27, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 27, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 28, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 29, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Taste Testing Taste Testing
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May 29, 2025Sample some fresh bread from Voyageurs Bakehouse and make your own dip with fresh herbs from our Flex Farm in Food to Grow on Thursdays! Times vary throughout the day.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
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May 29, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 30, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
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Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids Discover the Magic of Oats: Nutritious Fun for Kids
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May 31, 2025This week in Food to Grow, learn about the versatility of oats. Transform healthy snacks and meals into a delightful adventure, where every bite is a step towards a brighter, healthier YOU!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
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May 31, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission.
