Build community and learn about the power of inclusive play with Minnesota Parent and Gillette Children’s at our Twin Cities Park Playdates.
Twin Cities Park Playdates When & Where:
- Woodhaven Park in Eagan on Friday, June 27th from 9:00a – 11:00a
- Shoreview Commons Playground in Shoreview on Friday, July 18th 9:00a – 11:00a
- Augsburg Adventure Park in Richfield on Friday, August 15th 9:00a – 11:00a
Join Minnesota Parent and Gillette Children’s this summer for our park playdate series of events! These events will be held at inclusive playgrounds throughout the Twin Cities and will be a great chance to engage with our families in your community, enjoy summer fun & learn about inclusive play.
Children learn best through play! For over 35 years, Minnesota Parent has been providing families with the best places to play, shop, eat and explore in the Twin Cities and beyond. Minnesota Parent wants all children to thrive and what better way to do that than to get out of the house, off the screens and experience all that Minnesota has to offer!
Community Matters:
The strength of a community is invaluable. At Minnesota Parent, we understand that a thriving community sets the stage for positive behaviors and attitudes, influencing both children and adults. We take pride in organizing community events that foster friendships and connections among families.
Play helps children develop their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being. Through play, children build confidence, develop relationships, and learn about the world. That’s why every child deserves a chance to play. Gillette Children’s is creating resources and sending an open invitation to everyone throughout Minnesota to join in inclusive play.
What do we mean by inclusive play?
Inclusive play is the ability for all children to participate in physical fun. Play unites all of us, but too often inclusive play spaces can be hard to find – and even when spaces are accessible, it is up to all of us to create play opportunities that are truly and fully welcoming. These events are helping bridge that gap by bringing community members together with local organizations dedicated to helping all children and their families thrive.
Twin Cities Park Playdates Details:
The first 25 families at each event will receive goodie bags filled with summer fun from local partners of Minnesota Parent. Items included will be free tickets, chalk, a Minnesota United gear, activity books & more!
Minnesota Parent will also be handing out copies of the Family Directory, a FREE resource for families that includes our Family Favorites winners, over 200 local attractions including water parks, indoor playgrounds, FREE family fun and so much more!
Gillette Children’s will have a representative to talk about how to talk to families about inclusive play. They will also have FREE resources available for families including an inclusive playground map and tips for inclusive play.
We will have a ‘Minnesota Parent Free Little Library’ where families can choose a book to bring home & enjoy, including published books by Gillette Children’s: Proud to Be Me and It’s Okay to Ask.
These events are hosted by Minnesota Parent & Gilllette Children’s both will have representatives and information
JonnyPops will be there handing out FREE frozen treats!
All are welcome. Geared towards ages birth – 10 and their families
