Join us for a festive day at our Craft and Gift Show on December 7, 2024, at the Maplewood YMCA Community Center (Gymnasium) in Maplewood, MN. From 10 AM to 4 PM, explore a winter wonderland of creativity and craftsmanship. Our show features a wonderful selection of handcrafted items from local artisans, making it the perfect spot to find unique holiday gifts or to treat yourself. Experience the warmth of community and the joy of artisanal shopping at this special event!

Festival of Trees Public Hours:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10 am – 4 pm
Thursdays: 3 pm – 8 pm
Fridays: 10 am – 4 pm
Saturdays: 10 am – 4 pm
Sundays: 12 pm – 3 pm

Special Open House Events will also be hosted in conjunction with Winterfest – December 7 & December 14! (10am - 3pm). 

 

If you’re looking for an opportunity to get involved and make a difference in the lives of students, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!  Approximately 200 volunteers are needed to support the White Bear Lake Area High School
Test Drive…Next Stop Reality® event on Dec. 12, 2024. 

Test Drive is a hands-on experience in which students get to test drive their future and see if they have what it takes to make it on their own as a 25-year-old. The simulation begins with classroom pre-work, where students select a career and then research the education needed and salary that would come from that career. With an expected salary in hand, students come to the reality fair and make important decisions at 22 different stations in categories such as housing, utilities, transportation, childcare, insurance, and food. They visit each station to talk to volunteers who share information with them about the topic and guide them through the different options based on their lifestyle and budget. To further the simulation of real life, students will also be given random family assignments.

In order for this event to be successful, we need approximately 200 volunteers to provide guidance and direction at each of these stations. Volunteers will have the ability to choose which station to be at as well as choose half or full-day shifts.  No experience is required. Approximately 650 students in the junior class will be participating in this event. We hope you will consider volunteering – we couldn’t host this event without the support of our community!

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as our sensational big band ensemble delivers electrifying renditions of all your favorite Christmas classics. Featuring surprise guest appearances and captivating solo performances, this fabulous evening of music will leave you feeling warm and festive!

Join classical crossover duo The OK Factor as they celebrate the holidays with traditional carols, seasonal songs, and original versions of holiday favorites. Enjoy the sounds of the season in unique violin and cello arrangements while you spend an evening immersed in the spirit of the holidays with your friends and loved ones.

Award winning pianist Don Irwin spreads seasonal cheer with the help of Lakeshore’s resident Steinway piano. Irwin has traveled all over the globe to share his music, but there’s no place like home for the holidays.