Education & Community

Edina Community Foundation Development Officer Annie Schilling will interview local author Sheila O'Connor about her latest book, "Evidence of V: A Novel in Fragments, Facts, and Fictions." O'Connor researched the story of fifteen-year-old V, incarcerated for six years in the 1930s at a state school for an unplanned pregnancy. This practice of incarcerating teenage girls on charges of immorality was practiced all over the United States in the first half of the twentieth century. Read more about Edina Reads Event

Inviting Boos big and small to Tiny Diner's Spooktacular Halloween Party! 

What to Expect
• Family Friendly
• Monster-Themed Games
• Bonfire
• Live Music
• Face Painting
• Free Hot Cider & Healthy Snacks
• Build-Your-Own Mask or Super Hero Cape w/ Mobile Menders
• Family Dinner Specials
• Scary Stories in the Play Hive
• Pinatas

Need a last minute costume? Make a mask or superhero cape with the wonderful volunteers from Mobile Menders.

Live music by Mrs Pinky and the Great Fox and Red Eye Ruby! Read more about Tiny Diner Boo Bash

Co-hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez and Sanden Totten will show audiences how the human brain can take a handful of signals from the eyes and ears and turn them into vibrant pictures of the world. There will be magic tricks, dance moves, out-of-body experiences and even a game show. There will be a meet & greet after the show. Read more about Brains On! LIVE: Your Brain is Magic

Join the Edina community to kick-start the new school year and raise some much needed funds for our students' education.  Spend a morning viewing and bidding on impressive, locally crafted cakes and raise funds to support our Edina Public Schools.  We will highlight the Edina Education Fund's important work while you enjoy a light breakfast, time with fellow community members and, of course, cake!  The event is held at St. Patrick's Church in Edina.  Cake-Off Coffee (7:30 AM-8:30 AM), Cake-Off Brunch with live auction (10:00 AM-12:00 PM). Read more about Edina Education Fund's Annual CAKE Off

"There's this invention that takes carbon out of the air and sequesters it and can do it on a massive scale. It's friendly to people -- anybody can use it. It was invented 300 million years ago, and it's called a tree." - Lee Frelich on Minnesota Public Radio Read more about Café Scientifique: Climate Change Solutions - A Trillion Trees

We invite you to celebrate 5 years of AshaUSA (www.ashausa.org)

St. Martin’s Hall @ Church of St. Patrick, 6820 St Patrick's Ln, Edina, MN 55439

Friday, October 4, 2019 6:30 pm– 8:00 pm

Come enjoy the 'Asian Indian experience in Minnesota' with traditional Asian Indian food, attire, music and dance. Join us as we showcase our key accomplishments and programs. Fun for the whole family. Entry is free. Please RSVP at : http://evite.me/6fz25u2cNX Read more about AshaUSA's 5th Annual Celebration

The Riveter is a national community dedicated to making equity of opportunity for women a reality. We are done waiting. Throughout 2020, we are partnering with amazing womxn leaders who share our dedication to changing the game, and making this election ours. We decide.

Join us for our We are Watching Debate Viewing Parties! Bring friends or come solo to mingle, enjoy delicious treats, clever games (like We are Watching bingo!), and dive into the debates among womxn and allies.

Our host for the evening: Miss Shannan! Read more about WE ARE WATCHING: Debate Viewing Party

Come together with other small or medium sized businesses in the Edina community for this chance to network and learn more about different opportunities and challenges businesses face in the area. Arrive ready with your 60-second business commercial and prepare to walk away with a better understanding of the Edina small business climate.  Read more about Sunrise Edina Business Breakfast

Whether you’re in the market for your first job or considering a career change, the Minneapolis Job Fair is a great place to start. Meet directly with hiring managers and current employees from a wide variety of companies while discussing openings and taking advantage of networking opportunities. With no admission charge, the job fair is a great resource for the next step in your career. Read more about Minneapolis Job Fair

Join Edina locals at the fifth annual Open Streets for a day of fun on 50th Street between Wooddale Avenue and Chowen Avenue. There will be plenty of opportunities to get to know the community, from listening to live music, bringing your furry friend to the Pet Zone or hanging out at the Red Cow beer garden. Open to bikes and pedestrians, the street will have a plethora of activities ranging from crafts to yoga, games and more. 50th St. between Wooddale Ave. and Chowen Ave., Edina Read more about Open Streets on 50th