Events in Woodbury today

This weekly gathering focuses on casual chess, welcoming participants of every age and skill level. Expect relaxed games where you can practice tactics, learn from others, and enjoy friendly play. Whether you are new to the game or experienced, there is a seat at the board for you.

Parents of children under 21 who are facing mental health challenges can find understanding and guidance in a peer-led support group. Facilitated by fellow parents from NAMI Washington County MN, this gathering offers a confidential and welcoming setting to speak openly without judgment, learn from others with similar experiences, and gain encouragement, understanding, and hope. There is no cost to attend and it is open to all parents, and living in Oakdale is not required. The atmosphere is supportive, nurturing, and centered on connection and well-being.

Hot Sauce Tuesday is a weekly car meet that brings car enthusiasts together to connect and share their passion.

This weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! gathering at Dreamers Vault SSP offers a welcoming spot to duel, trade cards, and meet fellow fans. Expect casual, friendly competition and a strong sense of community. Participants typically bring their decks to play against new opponents and enjoy the game together. Entry is $10.

Left-handed golfers gather at Keller Golf Course for a national championship that spotlights competitive play and a shared love of the game. Reflecting the mission of the National Association of Left Handed Golfers, this tournament brings the left-handed community together to enjoy golf while encouraging camaraderie, personal development, and a lifelong connection to the sport.

Adults gather for a relaxed crafting session where participants bring a favorite project and enjoy camaraderie with others who share the hobby. It is part of Newport Library’s Senior Social Program, which gives seniors opportunities to build connections, learn, and thrive. The program includes free coffee hours on Thursdays, crafting on Wednesdays, and special events throughout the year.

At Aldrich Arena, the Maplewood farmers market brings together growers, bakers, and specialty producers for a seasonal showcase. Offerings include produce and flowers, honey, coffee, breads and pastries, apples, donuts and popcorn, greenhouse selections, and pork. The 2026 vendor lineup is guided by what is in season and may change. Vendors slated to appear include Mallina Xiong Produce and Flowers, Susan's Raw Honey Farm LLC, Drogos Coffee Caravan, The Wee Hours Scottish Bakery, xssant, Better Baked, Bueling Enterprises, Two Loaves and a Fisch, Great Harvest Bread (Stillwater), Nelson's Apple Orchard, Addies Donuts / Popcorn, Pangs Vegetable Farm, Chanh ' Kevin' Yang Produce, Costa Farm & Greenhouse, Laemmle Greenhouse, Mai's Birds & Veggies, Novak's Orchard, Urban's Farm, Utecht's Homegrown Pork, Mai Vang Produce, Max Vang Produce and Flowers, Home-Grown Vegetables, Chie Xiong Produce, La Xiong Produce, Y and Y Produce, Brightway Farms, Xiong Family Farm, Sue Yang Produce, Yang's Produce, and Angel Hang Produce.

Dozens of local vendors gather for a friendly farmers market offering fresh produce, baked treats, flowers, plants, canned items, and more. Because of construction at City Hall, the market takes place in the Walton Park West parking lot, just west of the Bandshell. Parking is available in the adjacent lot south of the shelter building.

A friendly coffee hour at Newport Public Library invites community members to pause for conversation over complimentary coffee, tea, coco, and water. It is a relaxed time to connect with neighbors, and everyone is welcome. This gathering is part of the library’s Senior Social Program, which creates opportunities for seniors to connect, learn, and thrive. The program also offers free coffee hours on Thursdays, crafting on Wednesdays, and special events throughout the year.

Food Truck Thursday brings a rotating food truck to Cottage Grove City Hall. Each week features a different vendor, and for this edition the featured truck is Bunk House Foods. The lineup can change on short notice.

Salty Dog Sea Salts debuts as a vendor at the CGUCC Farmers Market, offering a lineup of gourmet infused sea salts in seven varieties. Find Mesquite BBQ, Smoked Hickory, Rosemary, Black Garlic, Sriracha/Habanero, Habanero, and Truffle, all crafted to enhance cooking and grilling.

Celebrating its 20th season, this community farmers market sets up in the church parking lot with a wide range of vendors, food trucks, and food stands. The selection changes from week to week, with some vendors attending regularly and others participating seasonally or part time. A current vendor roster is available on the market’s website, and weekly updates on social media share who will be featured at each market day.

From card decks and rolled dice to clever tactics and a bit of playful chaos, this gathering celebrates all kinds of tabletop fun. Bring a favorite game to share, or grab a seat with others to explore something new. It is free and welcoming to everyone, with tables set and ready for play.

Every Friday night features crab legs for $29.99. Seats are limited and tend to fill quickly, so to reserve a table call (651) 436-8883.

Explore your creative side at a beginner friendly paint and sip where trained local artists provide step by step guidance to create a "Sunset Canoe" acrylic on canvas. All materials are supplied so participants can focus on painting. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. The session takes place at The Guild inside PINZ in Oakdale. The price is $38 per person. Ages 13 and up are welcome. Instructor to be announced. Advance registration is required and seating is limited.

The Dweebs bring a multigenerational, Wisconsin born family band to the St. Ambrose Fall Fest at Saint Ambrose Catholic Community in Woodbury. Launched in 1987 by Michael “Papa Dweeb” Blue, the act expanded in 2004 when his three children joined him onstage as they toured the country playing fairs, festivals, company events, and private celebrations. In 2024 the lineup grew again with grandchildren, creating a third generation of performers. They continue to travel nationwide doing what they love and sharing that energy with every crowd.

Star Wars: Unlimited is presented in the Draft format, with three rounds of head-to-head battles between heroes and villains. Entry is $20. Prizes include one pack per win, and anyone who completes all three rounds receives a pack even with an 0-3 record.

The 48th annual Afton Art in the Park is a two-day open air fine arts and makers market at Afton Town Square Park in the St. Croix River community of Afton, Minnesota. Over 90 juried artists and makers will showcase handmade work across fine art, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, photography, sculpture, fiber arts, and more. Visitors can enjoy live music, a wide selection of local food, and a Wine and Beer Garden. Hosted by the Afton Area Business Association, this Upper Midwest tradition welcomes more than 10,000 guests each year. Important reminder: register and make payments only through the official event website. For questions, email AftonArtFair@gmail.com. There have been reports of scammers impersonating the event and attempting to collect payments fraudulently.

Now in its 13th year, the Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market is a monthly outdoor marketplace at Washington County Fairgrounds in the Stillwater and Lake Elmo area. Nearly 200 vendors and crafters gather in the South Parking Lot with an eclectic selection that spans antiques, household goods, furniture, garden art, clothing, tools, sporting items, jewelry, collectibles, vintage pieces, food, arts and crafts, new and old finds, rustic treasures, and locally grown produce. Food vendors are on site. Admission and parking are free. Vendor applications are open for the season, and booth space is $65 for the full weekend.

Game Collectors Cabinet, a mobile game store from Minnesota, brings a high-energy selection to the Stillwater Flea Market. Browse bins packed with video games, explore a wide range of trading cards including binders, graded pieces and singles, and hunt for retro favorites, modern releases and unexpected treasures. Collector items and other fun finds round out the mix. Parking and admission are free. Arriving early is recommended, popular items tend to go quickly. A solid stop for anyone who collects, trades, flips or simply loves games.

Experience a guided forest bathing walk at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park that invites a slower pace and mindful connection with nature. This two hour outing emphasizes the senses rather than distance, with no hiking or set agenda, offering time to unplug, breathe, and reset. Suitable for participants from teens to seniors. The fee is $45, and space is limited.

Spend a full day playing Commander in multiplayer pods, showcasing favorite builds from tribal strategies to decks led by legendary planeswalkers. Entry is $6, and every participant receives a play, draft, or set booster valued at $6 or less upon signing up. Win your pod to earn an extra reward by drawing a random prize from a stash of Magic goodies. Bring your creatures, cast your spells, and enjoy the chaos and fun of Commander all day.

MFSA’s annual Mardi Gras in September brings a lively celebration to Guardian Angels. Enjoy an afternoon of music, food, and fun centered on friendship, with guests encouraged to wear festive Mardi Gras colors. Admission is free for seniors 65 and older, and $25 for those under 65.

Take part in a three hour, hands-on baking class centered on crafting a honey-sweetened whole wheat yeast loaf. Instructors explain how different flours and yeasts behave, then guide participants through mixing, kneading, and shaping a loaf. While the dough rises and bakes, the session turns to making fresh butter and basic fruit jams that complement warm bread. This class is for adults 16 and up. The cost is $50. Online registration is available.

As part of Art Across The Park, The New Feral Cats perform a mix of blues, rock, and R&B at Afton Creative Art Studio in a community-centered setting that supports local art. There is no cover charge, and food and drinks are available.

Designed for moms who need a breather, this relaxed gathering at the Ranch lets each person choose their own pace. Tackle hands-on fun or simply kick back and enjoy the setting. Try metal stamping to craft a personalized metal cuff bracelet. Spend horse time with a riding lesson, along with grooming and walking the minis. A light dinner and s’mores will be available at the pit. Specific allergies and diets cannot be accommodated, so please bring your own food if you have particular needs.

Big Red Barn Farmers Market takes place at Bruentrup Heritage Farm and is organized by the Maplewood Area Historical Society. Vendors can apply to participate.

Art Across The Park brings The New Feral Cats to Afton Creative Art Studio for a set filled with blues, rock, and R&B. The event spotlights local art alongside live music in a creative, community-minded atmosphere. Admission is free, and food and beverages will be available.

An artist talk with painter Suyao Tian accompanies Belwin’s exhibition Worlds Within Worlds, presenting abstract works in water-based media shaped by the landscape’s rhythms and calm presence. Tian will discuss themes of connection that bridge visible and invisible realms, humans and other life, imagination and memory, and the intimate and the infinite. The series reflects on how every being, place, memory, and form contains another world within it, layered, interconnected, and always unfolding. The program takes place at Belwin’s Savanna Center. Admission is free and no registration is needed.