Creekside Community Center, Bloomington
Creekside Community Center in Bloomington hosts family-friendly programs and activities for all ages, including Open Rec, Family Time and Kids Time. It houses food resources for the community, including the City Diner, Fare for All and Loaves and Fishes.
Creekside F.U.N. (Family Ultra-fun Nights)
Look for fun family activities at Creekside on the second Saturday of each month from 5:30 pm to 7:30 p.m. This is a free, drop-in style program. No registration is necessary. Just bring the family out to play together. Find upcoming dates on our calendar.
Open Rec Time at Creekside Community Center
This community center hosts an open rec time for kids 8 and under on the last Sunday of every month from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bring the kids for tumbling, building, bowling, scoring on a 360 goal, bags, and tag.
The fee is $2 per child. Parents are required to supervise but are free.
Loaves and Fishes and Fare For All
Loaves and Fishes is a free community meal served week nights from 5:30-6:30 p.m. It is open to all ages and incomes. Just show up. For more information, contact Bloomington Loaves & Fishes at 952-948-0746 or visit the link above.
Fare For All is another food program that is open to everyone. This program distributes brand-name groceries at a significant discount. Items can include fresh produce, frozen meat, and other basic groceries. Learn more at Fare For All 2020.
The Boutique at Creekside Community Center
While visiting, families can stop by the boutique to shop handcrafted items made by Bloomington neighbors. The Boutique is located in room 102 at Creekside and is open weekdays from 10 am to 3 pm and Tuesday evenings from 5 pm to 7 pm.
Birthday Parties at Creekside
Meeting rooms and the Minnesota Valley Room can be rented for birthday parties and other private events. Rooms hold 45 to 175 people. However, note that preference is given to government entities, community programs and non-profits. Private events are low on the priority list for room rentals.
Find more birthday party ideas in our annual Twin Cities Birthday Parties for Kids Guide.
