Visit booths from tree care advisors, master gardeners, the DNR, and Elm Creek Watershed, among others.  Learn about invasive plants like buckthorn and tree diseases and enjoy a live animal show from the Raptor Center.  There will be free seedling giveaways, a tree raffle, and tree crafts for the whole family.

Get ready for a lively, intergenerational gathering designed for all ages. Enjoy a light brunch with a live band. After the music, stick around for a friendly game of BINGO with prizes.  Throughout the event, self-led art activities will be available for creative minds. The cost is $10 per person.

Honor lost loved ones on a scenic walk around Rice Lake. It’s an opportunity not only to reflect on loss, but to honor and celebrate the lives of those we’ve lost. Participants will walk along a marked route, starting at the Maple Grove Arboretum and continuing around Rice Lake. This is a relaxed, inclusive event […]

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day along the Great Mississippi Flyway! Learn what makes this spot on the river so captivating for migratory birds. Check out the live raptors, attend a family-friendly bird walk or an indoor talk about bird conservation. Visit the new Gateway Center, Treetop Trail or walk across the dam. Food trucks with […]

Bring gently outdoor gear you no longer need.  Take home outdoor gear you can use - for free! Hennepin County is hosting a series of Swap-It events now through 2027.  

Empty Bowls, one of CROSS Services’ signature fundraising events, will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Rush Creek Golf Course in Maple Grove. This reimagined, adults-only evening brings neighbors together around food, conversation, and generosity in support of individuals and families served by CROSS Services.