discover what you are passionate about and how that passion can translate into a life of meaningful work, play, joy and passion. $52. Joyful Connections, 1401 Silver Lake Rd, New Brighton. 612-227-3854.
Joyful-Connections.com.
Yoga Nidra Workshop – 7-7:45pm. This is not your typical yoga class. You will bring awareness to various points on your body, identify sensations throughout your body and focus on your breath, all while remaining in a state of relaxed awareness. All muscular, emotional and mental tensions are released in yoga nidra and thus it is highly benefi- cial for people suffering from a variety of illnesses caused by the tensions in the body and mind. $20. Enstasy Yoga, 8870 Mississippi Blvd NW, Coon Rapids. Register:
EnstasYoga.com.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Love Tour – The Minnesota Zoo’s annual Valen- tine’s Day event seems to be the perfect date night. Once again the tour is planned to provide a glimpse into the private lives of a variety of animals. Call for info and reservations. Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley. Details: 952-431-9500.
MNZoo.org.
Skating at the Depot – 12-10pm. Named one of the Top 10 Best Places to Skate by USA Today and MSNBC, the Depot Rink makes Valentine’s Day even sweeter with open skating all day. 225 Third Ave S, Minneapolis. 612-758-7873.
TheDepotMinneapolis.com/IceRink.
Valentine’s Day Dinner and Sleigh Rides – Start times between 5-8:30pm, until 11pm. Feast on a romantic, locally raised dinner prepared by Common Roots Catering. Snuggle up with your sweetheart on a horse-drawn sleigh ride through luminary-lit pastures. Relax and enjoy a delicious dessert and hot beverages while cuddling by the fireplace. Meet our animals, and try snowshoeing and sledding, too! $60/person. Reservations required by Feb 1. Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Rd 110W, Minnetrista. 763-694-2001.
Cooking Class: Valentine’s Love Dinner – 6:30- 8:30pm. Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be complete without love foods. Chef Jenny Breen shows how to prepare sensual foods, all considered romance enhancers: avocado, smoked salmon, cilantro pate with spiced crackers, arugula salad with citrus honey dressing, asparagus with ginger garlic sauce, roasted chicken with almond balsamic reduction, chocolate- dipped strawberries. $60, $50/member. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 9mi W of I-494 on Hwy 5, Chanhassen. 952-443-1422.
Arboretum.UMN.edu/ CookingClasses.aspx.
Children’s Theatre Company: Pinocchio – 7pm. A new, fast-paced version of this classic tale, in which a cast of four incredible performers bring this production to life. $25 and up. 2400 Third Ave S, Minneapolis. 612-874-0400.
ChildrensTheatre.org.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Sustainable Agriculture Summit: Growing the Farmer to Farmer Network – Feb 15 & 16. 8:30am-4:30pm. An unprecedented opportunity for Minnesota’s rural and urban farmers and sup- porters to come together to explore ways to farm profitably, build a sustainability community and advance mutual goals of land stewardship. Learn the latest in sustainable farming research; network with leaders in the movement. $95/per day. Min- nesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum
Dr, Chaska. 952-443-1422.
Arboretum.UMN. edu/
2013SustainAgSummit.aspx.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16
Tropical Beach Party – Feb 16-18. It’s all about the sand. Bring the whole family to this make-believe winter get away – the Tropics Trail at the Zoo. The Zoo will supply the giant indoor sandbox, palm trees, exotic animals and more. Bring sun screen. Free with admission. Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley. Details: 952-431-9500. MNZoo. org.
Reiki Level I – 10am-6pm. The gentle healing art promoting relaxation and well-being for body, mind and spirit. Level I is a 1-day class for anyone interested in learning about the energy healing techniques for themselves and others. $95. Healing Waters, 4801 Hwy 61, Ste 307, White Bear Lake. 651-653-1660.
HealingWaters-MN.com.
Parent and Child Ice Fishing – 12-3pm. Par- ticipants will be given hands-on instructions and a chance to try one of Minnesota?s favorite winter recreational pursuits. All equipment and bait will be provided, but urged to dress warmly. We will gather at the visitor center for initial instruction and then head out to Lake Snelling. Pre-registration is required, call the Visitor Center to register.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERT) Confer- ence – Feb 20 & 21. 11am-8pm Wed, 7:30am-3pm Thur. CERT 2013 will be an exploration and celebra- tion of successful energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, and a coming together of the people responsible. In-depth workshops and an evening reception on Feb 20, and a daylong conference on Feb 21. River’s Edge Convention Center, 10 4th Ave S, St. Cloud. 320-255-7272. Info, entrance fees:
CleanEnergyResourceTeams.org/events/certs2013.
Essential Oils 101 – 6:30-8:30pm. What are thera- peutic essential oils? Learn the benefits of using es- sential oils and how they can change the way you look at your medicine cabinet. Learn proper usage and applications. Make and take home an oil inhaler. $10/limited seating, register by Feb 18. Mind-Body
Connection, 14041 Burnhaven Dr, Burnsville. 763- 639-1361.
MindBodyConnectionMN.com.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Healing Circle – 7-9pm. See Feb 12 listing. Joyful Connections, 1401 Silver Lake Rd, New Brighton. 612-227-3854.
Joyful-Connections.com.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Twin Cities Women’s Expo – Feb 23 & 24. 10am- 6pm Sat, 11am-4pm Sun. It’s the 3rd Annual, offer- ing food, fashion, fitness and shopping fun. Appear- ances by O’Neal Hampton from Biggest Loser and the North Star Roller Girls. $10. Register before Feb 12 for a free ticket. Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave, S, Minneapolis. 507-316-8766.
Global Passport: African Drumming and Dance – 11am-12:30pm. This cultural program for kids grades 3-6, offers a chance to experience the joy and excitement of African culture by participating in a mixture of drum and dance from West Africa. Presented by Duniya Drum & Dance. Get an event postcard to be stamped like a passport. Free. Saint Paul Central Library, 90 W. Fourth St, St. Paul. 651-266-7000.
SPPL.org.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24
Music under Glass w/ The Cafe Accordion Orchestra – Sun thru Mar. 4:30-6:30pm. For the second year Como Zoo presents Music under Glass, a free concert series inside the Conservatory’s two- acres of tropical gardens. A blend of musical styling will showcase live, local musicians. Beer and wine will be available to purchase. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Estabrook Dr, St Paul. Check website for details:
ComoZooConservatory.org.
Develop Rituals to Create the Life You Want – 1-5pm. Learn to develop and employ rituals in your daily life to make small but meaningful changes in your life. Personal rituals help bring greater atten- tion and energy to what we really want to bring into our daily lives. One small change can bring about dramatic results. Come find out how. $40. Joyful Connections, 1401 Silver Lake Rd, New Brighton. 612-227-3854.
Joyful-Connections.com.
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