Suddenly, we are all homeschooling? Who woulda thunk? But with the announcement by Governor Tim Walz, Minnesota life just changed.
As many of you may know, I’m a homeschooling mom. But that’s only half true. While my girls are homeschooling currently, when they were in elementary school, they went to the neighborhood public school. Also, my boys are in 4th and 5th grade at the public elementary school.
So I feel ya. This was not in the plan for school, but it is what we’ve all got to work with. And I have some ideas for you about your child’s education during this time..
This rich gingerbread cutout cookies recipe makes soft cut-out cookies that are perfect for the holiday cookie exchange. Kids love to decorate gingerbread “people” and use frosting and other edible bits to personalize their creations. Hey, why wait until Christmas? Make gingerbread cookies to match any time of the year.Read More
Christmas cookies are one of the most delicious parts of the holiday season. Whether you enjoy making them or simply eating them, Christmas is not the same without a treat here and there. Christmas cookie baking can be a monumental task when we are left to our own devices or when we are working with little fingers who want to do it all. We’ve found a way for you to make this endeavor fun for your whole family.
For more holiday happenings, check our 2019 Christmas & Holiday Guide. It’s chock full of Santa sightings, festivals, theater and musical performances, Christmas lights displays, and Christmas shopping tips.
Christmas Cookie Classes & Workshops
Find classes and spaces where you and your kids can use someone else’s kitchen to create holiday treats. Or, if you’d like to bake in the comfort of home, try this easy sugar cookie recipe. Santa will appreciate your efforts!
Nov 16, 2019: Treat Yourself: Cookie Decorating | Macy’s Ridgedale, Minnetonka Head out for a day of festive cookie decorating and make your one-of-a-kind cookie. The event is free, but you must RSVP with this link. This event is also offered Dec 4. 12-4 pm.
Nov 29, 2019:Mommy’s Time Off: Christmas Cookies | Kidcreate Studios Friday is a no-school day! Drop off your young ones (ages 3-9) for a morning of decorating Christmas cookies. The kids get into the spirit of the season and the mess stays out of your house! It’s a win-win for all. 9am-12 pm, $18.50-$37.
Nov 16, 2019: Kids Cook: Food from Arendelle | Cooks of Crocus Hill, St Paul Make Frozen 2 come to life with this tasty workshop taught by Chef Cynthia. Bake Speculaas (spiced ginger) cookies, peppermint shortbread cookies and eggnog cakelets. Kids ages 8-12. 10am-12:30pm, $65.
Nov 17, 2019: Teens Cook: Macarons| Cooks of Crocus Hill, St Paul – FULL Learn the art of the French macaron. Parents, how about having a couple hours to yourself to do a little early Christmas shopping? For ages 12-17. 10am-12:30pm, $65.
Dec 5, 2019: Minneapolis Park & Rec Bake and Take | Morris Rec Center Parents, bring your preschoolers and early elementary-aged kids into someone else’s kitchen and learn the basics of making batter, baking and decorating cookies. For kids ages 306. Register at Activity #98399. 6-8pm, $8.
Dec 7, 2019: Holiday Cookie Decorating | Way Cook Cooking School, Eden Prairie Bring your favorite little people ages 3-6 to this cookie-palooza. You will be decorating sugar cookies and gingerbread cookies with icing, sprinkles and love. 10-11:30am, $80. The price is for 1 adult/child pair. Additional child $40.
Dec 8, 2019: Holiday Cookie Bake | Way Cool Cooking School, Eden Prairie Roll and cut out your favorite sugar cookie and gingerbread cookie shapes then ice and decorate. Dip in chocolate and sip some cocoa. For ages 7-15. This event also takes place Dec 15. 3-5pm, $120. The price is for 1 adult/child pair. Additional child $60.
Dec 23, 2019: Winter Break Cookie Bake | Way Cool Cooking School Drop the kids off for the morning to create tasty holiday sugar and gingerbread cookies. For ages 7-15. 9am-12pm, $75.
Dec 29, 2019: Winter Wonderland | Way Cool Cooking School Winter sweets and pasta treats are what you can expect to enjoy in this class for caregivers and their kids ages 3-6. 11am-12:30pm, $80.The price is for 1 adult/child pair. Additional child $60.
Cookies With Santa
Nov 16, 2019: Cookies & Claus | Northtown Mall, Blaine Decorate cookies with Santa on Arrival Day at the mall. 11am-1pm, FREE.
Dec 6, 2019: Dinner With Mr. & Mrs. Claus| Urban Growler, St. Paul Pasta dinner, craft, cookie decorating and face painting. Bring your own camera. Cash walk-ins accepted. 5:30-7pm. $5/pp.
Dec 7, 2019: Cookies and Crafts with Santa | Eagle Valley Golf Course, Woodbury Santa hopes you will join him and a few of his helpers in decorating cookies, making a fun holiday craft and taking pictures. Ages 2+ with an adult. $8/child. Pre-registration required.
Nov 16, 2019: Gingerbread House Reveal | Dorothy Ann Bakery, Woodbury The bakery unveils its annual gingerbread house display. Enjoy Christmas cookies, cider & prizes. If you’d like, you can sign up to decorate your own gingerbread house at the bakery select dates through Dec 21. Sign up at the link here. 1pm, FREE.
Nov 23, 2019-Dec 5, 2020: Gingerbread Wonderland | Norway House, Minneapolis Norway House’s annual signature holiday tradition Gingerbread Wonderland returns to the Gallery at Norway House for its 5th anniversary. $5/pp, kids FREE.
Dec 1, 2019: Gingerbread House Making Day for Families | Norway House Presented by Concordia Language Villages. 1-2:30pm, $50/family.
Dec 6, 2019: Gingerbread Joy | Lake Nokomis Park, Minneapolis Make gingerbread cookies from scratch using a homemade recipe. Treats for toppings and boxes will be provided for each child to take their creations home. 5:30-7:30pm, $12.
Dec 7, 2019: Gingerbread House Making| Keewaydin Rec Center, Minneapolis Celebrate the season by decorating your own gingerbread house. The structures will be pre-made so bring your creativity and add all the trimmings. Registration required. 10-11:30am or 12:30-2pm, $10.
Dec 7, 2019: Fuller Annual Gingerbread Adventures | Fuller Park, Minneapolis Decorate your own gingerbread creation. This event is for all ages or even the whole family. 1-3pm, FREE.
Dec 7, 2019: Gingerbread Farm Event | Oliver Kelley Farm, Elk River Spend time with family and friends while building a gingerbread farm in this two-hour workshop designed for families with kids 6-14. 9 am-11 am, $60/kit, 20% MNHS members
Come decorate a holiday gingerbread house. All materials provided. For kids ages 5-14. 4-5pm. $5-$7.50/pp.
Dec 21, 2019:Breakfast & Gingerbread House Making | Bryant Square Park After breakfast, save room for dessert – your own decorated gingerbread house! 11am-1:30pm. $10-$15/pp.
Are the kids begging to personalize their own little gingerbread creations at home? Jump over to our recipe for rich, soft gingerbread cut-out cookies HERE!
