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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Holiday!
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is here\, and MDC is happy to host the Chisholm Kiwanis Club’s Holly Jolly event! Get ready for a day full of FREE festive fun for the whole family! \nMeet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus!—Snap your very own holiday photo with jolly old Saint Nick himself—and\, for the first time this year\, Mrs. Claus! 🎅🏼🤶🏼\nFree Meal—Enjoy a delicious\, complimentary meal for all our guests! This year\, the Kiwanis will be serving up heaping helpings of sloppy joes. 🍽️\nFace Painting—Deck yourself out with festive colors! Want to be a red-nosed reindeer? You can! 🦌\nAnd So Much More!—From music to holiday treats\, this event is filled with Christmas cheer! 🎉
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/holly-jolly-holiday/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday Night Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 11 from 4:30pm to 7:30pm for a night of brain-busting fun. 🧠 This fan-favorite event is FREE to play—plus\, there’s no admission fee to the MDC on Thursday nights\, so you can check out the Museum before or after you play! \nWhether you’re flying solo or with friends\, this is your chance to show off your smarts! While the questions are geared toward adults\, everyone’s welcome! Come hungry—delicious food and drinks will be available for purchase. Don’t miss out! 🥙🍻 \nThe night’s schedule: \n🚪Doors Open—4:00pm \n🍔 Food Service Starts—4:30pm \n⁉️ Trivia Starts—6:00pm \n👋 Things Wrap Up—7:30pm
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/thursday-night-trivia-6/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Late Night in the Research Center - Canceled Due to Weather
DESCRIPTION:*Today’s event is canceled due to winter storm conditions. \nUncover your family’s story at the MDC! Join us for Late Night at the Research Center on Thursday\, December 18\, from 10:00am to 8:00pm. During these extended hours\, you can explore the rich history of your ancestors at your convenience. \nWhether you’re a beginner or an experienced researcher\, we’re here to guide you. Best of all\, admission to the Iron Range Research Center is completely FREE! So\, come and dive into your family history! Our friendly RC staff will be thrilled to see you. 📚🔎
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/late-night-in-the-research-center-7/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Silver Moon Snowshoe Hike - Canceled Due to Weather
DESCRIPTION:Step into a winter wonderland on a moonlit snowshoe hike! Join us for a 3-mile round-trip adventure to the historic Glen Location. Guided by a member of MDC’s Recreation Team\, you will hear fascinating stories about our local history and will learn interesting tidbits about the nature surrounding you. Afterward\, we’ll all cozy up around a crackling bonfire at the Thompson Homestead to enjoy hot cocoa\, apple cider\, and s’mores. \n💵 Cost: $18 for members | $20 for nonmembers \n🌕 Difficulty: This is an intermediate-level hike that will last approximately 1.5 hours and will traverse about 200 feet in elevation change. Be prepared for a workout! \n⏰ Arrive early! Be sure to arrive by 4:30 pm to get set up and receive instructions on using your snowshoes. The hike itself starts at 5:00pm! \n🧣 Dress warmly! Wear winter weather gear\, including winter boots\, water-resistant pants\, gloves/mittens\, thick socks\, a hat\, a winter coat\, and so on. \n❄️ Reserve Your Spot! Sign up online to reserve your spot and snowshoe rental today! \n\nCold Weather Policy: If temperatures fall below zero\, we may cancel or reschedule the hike. Full refunds are available if the event is canceled. \nAlternative Spot: There needs to be a certain depth of snow to snowshoe along the trolley tracks. If the snow is too light\, we’ll head out to the Redhead trail system instead. \nSign up: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/minnesotadiscoverycenter/1981821
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/silver-moon-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Winter Fun Starts Up! - Starts Dec 20
DESCRIPTION:*Our kickoff  date has been postponed until Saturday\, December 20. We’re keeping our fingers and toes crossed for a fresh blanket of snow and perfect conditions for winter adventures! Our off-site snowshoe rentals will still be available starting tomorrow\, December 19.  \n  \n\n\nHey Iron Range — winter just got a whole lot more exciting at the Minnesota Discovery Center! Get ready for outdoor adventures\, family fun\, and snowy thrills — all kicking off on Saturday\, December 20th! ⛄️🛷 \n🌲 Hit the Trails: Explore our looped 5K groomed trail system in Heritage Park\, with beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced loops. Rent a kicksled or snowshoes for the whole family and enjoy a scenic winter adventure. Trail maps will be ready for you at admissions. 🥾❄️ \n🌙 Night Adventures: On Thursdays\, we’re open late until 8pm! Grab a headlamp and experience our trails under the stars for an unforgettable night hike. 🔦✨ \n🛷 Sled Into Fun: Check out our brand-new Discovery Hills Sled Park! Bring your own sled or borrow one of ours and cruise down the iconic hills leading to the music amphitheater — freshly snow-covered and ready for fun! 🌨️🎉 \n🕒 Winter Hours & Access: \n\nWinter recreation kicks off on Saturday\, Dec. 20th!\nTuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm\nThursdays: Open late until 8pm – snowshoeing and kicksledding allowed\, but not downhill sledding due to lack of enough lighting (safety first!).\nFREE admission on Thursdays from 4pm–8pm 🎟️\n\n💲 Rental & Admission Info \n\nKicksleds & Snowshoes: $3 (free if you bring your own) + general admission (MDC members never pay admission)\nDownhill Sleds: Free with general admission (MDC members always get in free!)\nOff-Site Snowshoes (24-hour rental): $15 (no admission required for off-site rentals)\n\n☕ Warm Up & Refuel: On Fridays and Saturdays\, our MDC Dining Room transforms into a cozy warming house with hot food and drinks from 11am–4pm. Perfect for a break between outdoor adventures! \nWhether you’re gliding along trails\, racing down hills\, or hiking under the stars\, MDC is the perfect place to embrace winter outdoors\, make memories\, and enjoy the beauty of the Iron Range in the snow. \n⚠️ Weather Precautions \nFor everyone’s safety\, winter recreation will pause when temperatures are 0°F or colder\, with or without windchill. If snow quality is questionable\, please give our Admissions team a call (218) 254-7959 before visiting
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/winter-fun-starts-up/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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