Camping Cowgirl - Wednesday, June 16

All ages are welcome to meet the Camping Cowgirl and her toy friends, learn about treating your toys with care, and feel free to bring your own favorite small toy! The Cowgirl will also share about her favorite summer activity, camping, as we build a pretend campfire and learn a campfire song. 

• 10:30-11: 15 a.m.
• Free! Please pre-register at webtrac.nhrecexpress.com, select "Tickets"; or call 763-531-5151

Storytime in Cuentos del Mundo: World Stories in Espanol and English - Tuesday, July 20

Youth ages 2-6 with an adult, join Cuentacuentos (Storyteller) Katie Knutson and her puppet friends as they explore cuentos (short stories) from around the world. This lively storyteller will have you and your niños (children) speaking in both Spanish and English as you move and laugh through canciones y stories from otras culturas del mundo.

• 10:30-11: 15 a.m.
• Free! Please pre-register at webtrac.nhrecexpress.com, select "Tickets"; or call 763-531-5151

Movies will be shown on a jumbo screen. Please bring your own blanket or chair. Come a little early to get your spot and participate in pre-movie activities. Concessions will be sold. If you are interested in sponsoring a Movie in the Park, please contact Aaron Thelen, Recreation Supervisor at athelen@newhopemn.gov

Big Hero 6 - Thursday, June 17
A young tech whiz must save his city with the help of his inflatable robot and friends. Rated PG. Movie is sponsored by Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union.

• Movie starts approximately 9:15 p.m.

Monsters, Inc - Thursday, July 15
In order to power the city, monsters have to scare children so that they scream. However, children are toxic to monsters, and after a child gets through, two monsters realize things may not be what they seem. Rated G. Movie sponsored by West Metro Fire Rescue Auxiliary.

• Movie starts approximately 9:15 p.m.

Black Panther - Thursday, August 19
A superhero known as Black Panther defends Wakanda, a technology-advanced country in Africa that has hidden itself away from the rest of the world. Rated PG-13. Movie is sponsored by New Hope Lions.

• Movie starts approximately 8:30 p.m.

Please bring your own blanket or chair. Come a little early to get your spot and participate in pre-movie activities. Concessions will be sold. If you are interested in sponsoring a  in the Park, please contact Aaron Thelen, Recreation Supervisor at athelen@newhopemn.gov  

The Castaways - Wednesday, June 9
Nationally-known Minnesota based rock 'n' roll band, playing hits from such artists as Bruce Springsteen, Elvis, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Johnny Cash and more.

• 7-8:30 p.m.

Brass Menagerie - Wednesday, July 7
Ten-piece band featuring a sizzling horn section performing swing beats, early rock 'n' roll and an assortment from the 70's, 80's and 90's through today. Sponsored by New Hope Lions.

• 7-8:30 p.m.

Blue Groove - Wednesday, August 11
Performing a number of past and current contemporary bluegrass songs, along with a few originals. Sponsored by Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union.

• 7-8:30 p.m.

*Due to a schedule conflict, Acting Camp will be held at the Becker Park Stage in Crystal.

Participants will develop as actors by learning a script and preparing for a performance. On Friday, August 6 at 7 p.m., they will put on a performance for family and friends complete with costumes, props, makeup and scenery. Instructor is Linda Bruning, who is assisted by Cyan Pampuch.

"In the Wings" - Ages 5-7

• Monday-Friday, August 2-6
• 9-10 a.m.
• $45 Residents of New Hope, Crystal and Robbinsdale; $52 Nonresidents

"Enter Stage Left" - Ages 8-12
Participants should bring a peanut-free bag lunch and drink.

• Monday-Friday, August 2-6
• 10:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
• $73 Residents of New Hope, Crystal and Robbinsdale; $80 Nonresidents

 

Off Broadway Musical Theatre will present "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" this summer. It's the tale of six awkward youngsters vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime, all the while hoping never to hear the soul-crushing "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. 

• Thursdays-Saturdays, July 22-August 7 (American Sign Language date is August 6)
• 8 p.m.
• A free will donation of $4 per person is suggested to help cover the cost of production. Food shelf donations for PRISM will also be accepted.

Want to learn more about Off Broadway Musical Theatre? Visit their website at obmt-newhope.org