Moth Ball

Explore the night-flying relatives of monarchs and other butterflies during an evening of mothing with MJV at our Prairie Oaks campus! We’ll explore the differences between moths and butterflies, learn various ways to attract and collect moths, identify different groups of moths, and discover the important roles moths play in our ecosystem. We’ll also collect data through iNaturalist to help us understand the wildlife at Prairie Oaks better!

This program is family-friendly, but please note that it takes place after dark. 8:30PM to 11PM 

Moth Ball

Explore the night-flying relatives of monarchs and other butterflies during an evening of mothing with MJV at our Prairie Oaks campus! We’ll explore the differences between moths and butterflies, learn various ways to attract and collect moths, identify different groups of moths, and discover the important roles moths play in our ecosystem. We’ll also collect data through iNaturalist to help us understand the wildlife at Prairie Oaks better!

This program is family-friendly, but please note that it takes place after dark.

Monarch Fund 5K Run/Walk

Join us for a fun morning of running or walking at Harriet Island along the beautiful Mississippi River and the downtown Saint Paul skyline. Perfect for the entire family - run or walk the 5K, free Kids Run, and post-event celebration with awards ceremony. Certified 5K course (Cert. Code MN 18048RR), chip-timed event. Prize money presented to the top three men and women overall ($200, $150, $100). 5-year age division awards. Special award for the best age graded performance.

MMYYKK

MMYYKK (pronounced “Mike”) is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter and music producer from Inland Empire CA. MMYYKK’s eclectic and forward-thinking sound situates itself at the intersections of soul, jazz, electro and R&B. Here, he blends analog synthesis and neck-breaking rhythms amalgamated with sonic alchemy. Moreover, his musical explorations center themselves on themes of love, humanity, healing, and higher consciousness. He is also 1/4th of the psychedelic funk collective astralblak and 1/4th of the space jazz collective The BlackBeat Theory.

Mixtape Magic – A Flock of Seagulls, Naked Eyes, & Tommy Tutone

Kick off the 2025-26 season with Mixtape Magic, their high-energy fundraiser event featuring three beloved 80’s bands: A Flock of Seagulls, Tommy Tutone and Naked Eyes! Dance the night away to unforgettable hits like “I Ran (So Far Away)”, “867-5309/Jenny”, and “Always Something There to Remind Me”. Don’t miss this totally rad celebration that sets the stage for an exciting new season!

A Minnesota Nutcracker

By popular demand, Twin Cities Ballet's (TCB) acclaimed A Minnesota Nutcracker returns to Northrop! Experience the beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist. TCB's A Minnesota Nutcracker maintains the essential traditions, story, and music cherished by so many—but adds Minnesota flair, brought to life by the powerful athleticism and artistry of Twin Cities Ballet’s dancers.

Minnesota Land of Lakes Postcard & Paper Show

The Minnesota Paper and Postcard Show is unlike any other. 40 vendors with over a million cards available to view and purchase for one weekend only! Whether you're a seasoned collector or just discovering the world of postcards, this show offers an unrivaled opportunity to explore and acquire postcards of every imaginable artist, country, and topic, spanning across various eras. Take a trip back in time and view the millions of historic images captured on vintage postcards. See you there!

Minneapolis Community Education - Hairspray

Summer brings with it a number of fun traditions and events, including high-quality community theater productions that show the talents of our friends and neighbors. Minneapolis is no exception, as over 75 cast and crew have been working hard to mount Minneapolis Community Education’s summer musical, Hairspray.