BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Carver County Local News - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Carver County Local News X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cclocalnews.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Carver County Local News REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260318T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153818Z UID:10003733-1776254400-1776259800@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Books in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita\, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title\, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. \n  \nIn each of these books\, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? This months book title: Better Living through Birding. \n  \nPlease visit the website for ticketing details. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/books-in-the-garden/2026-04-15/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Education and Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20251206T184801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T184801Z UID:10003321-1778925600-1778932800@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Responsible Fishing DESCRIPTION:Go beyond the catch at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park! In partnership with the Water Management Organization\, this program teaches drop casting with push-button rods alongside vital stewardship skills. Learn to avoid lead tackle\, manage trash\, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.\n\nPerfect for budding anglers who want to protect Minnesota’s lakes. All fishing equipment is provided.  Best for ages 8-13.\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/responsible-fishing/ LOCATION:Lake Minnewashta Regional Park\, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd\, Chanhassen\, 55331\, United States CATEGORIES:Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Homeschool-Ice-Fishing-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260318T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153818Z UID:10003734-1779278400-1779283800@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Books in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita\, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title\, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. \n  \nIn each of these books\, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? This months book title: Better Living through Birding. \n  \nPlease visit the website for ticketing details. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/books-in-the-garden/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Education and Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260318T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153818Z UID:10003735-1781697600-1781703000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Books in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita\, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title\, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. \n  \nIn each of these books\, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? This months book title: Better Living through Birding. \n  \nPlease visit the website for ticketing details. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/books-in-the-garden/2026-06-17/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Education and Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260318T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153818Z UID:10003736-1784116800-1784122200@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Books in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita\, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title\, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. \n  \nIn each of these books\, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? This months book title: Better Living through Birding. \n  \nPlease visit the website for ticketing details. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/books-in-the-garden/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Education and Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260318T153818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153818Z UID:10003737-1787140800-1787146200@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Books in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Join other literature aficionados for thoughtful discourse led by UMN Distinguished Teaching Professor Emerita\, Toni McNaron. Books in the Garden is a continuation of the ongoing series by the same title\, but you do not need to have attended any previous series to join us for the 2026 course. \n  \nIn each of these books\, the class will explore this existential question: What can the natural world and its many creatures teach us about our human world? This months book title: Better Living through Birding. \n  \nPlease visit the website for ticketing details. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/books-in-the-garden/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Education and Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260206T202903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T202903Z UID:10003602-1791909000-1791912600@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Youth Geocaching for S’mores DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for aspiring treasure hunters to join us on a quest for treasure—s’mores! After a brief training on the history and use of GPS navigation\, participants use GPS units to seek out secret caches hidden throughout the park. Each cache contains s’more ingredients—marshmallows\, graham crackers\, and chocolate—which are enjoyed by the fire after the adventure is over. All equipment provided. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/youth-geocaching-for-smores/ LOCATION:Picnic Shelter\, Wassermann Lake Preserve\, 9175 Church Lake Blvd\, Victoria\, MN\, 55386 CATEGORIES:Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Geocaching-for-Smores-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260206T203455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T203455Z UID:10003605-1793291400-1793295000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Youth Geocaching for S’mores DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for aspiring treasure hunters to join us on a quest for treasure—s’mores! After a brief training on the history and use of GPS navigation\, participants use GPS units to seek out secret caches hidden throughout the park. Each cache contains s’more ingredients—marshmallows\, graham crackers\, and chocolate—which are enjoyed by the fire after the adventure is over. All equipment provided. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/youth-geocaching-for-smores-2/ LOCATION:Lake Minnewashta Regional Park\, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd\, Chanhassen\, 55331\, United States CATEGORIES:Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Geocaching-for-Smores-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260206T203756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T203756Z UID:10003606-1793890800-1793898000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Indoor Youth Archery Series DESCRIPTION:Just because there may be snow doesn’t mean you can’t shoot a bow! Indoor archery is a fun way for kids to be active during our cold Minnesota winters. Participants use compound bows to grow their archery skills through fun games and experiential learning. \n  \nStudents learn the basics of range safety and proper stance\, aim\, and release techniques from our trained instructors. All equipment provided. Class runs from 11/5 – 11/19 from 3:15 – 4:45 p.m. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/indoor-youth-archery-series/ LOCATION:Watertown-Mayer Community Learning Center\, 313 Angel Ave NW\, Watertown\, 55388\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Sports and Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T130212 CREATED:20260206T204015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T204015Z UID:10003607-1794331800-1794335400@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Glow in the Dark Geocaching DESCRIPTION:Don’t let the early sunset end your adventure!  Join Carver County Parks instructors for a nighttime geocaching experience. Using GPS technology\, you’ll navigate through the park to search for hidden glowsticks. Along the way learn about ways things in nature glow in the dark\, too! \n  \nBring a flashlight if you have one; headlamps are available to borrow on a first come basis.  All other equipment is provided. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/glow-in-the-dark-geocaching/ LOCATION:Lake Waconia Regional Park\, 8170 Paradise Ln\, Waconia\, 55387\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors,Sports and Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR