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Roundabout: Out & About
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Theo Franz
March 31, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
Good morning!
Spring has started to show up, but that might change this week with a cold forecast ahead. Either way, we still have plenty of things to do to keep your mind off of the upcoming “Minnesota Fourth Winter.”
This week’s Out & About, we shared a list of Easter brunch options across the Twin Cities and a calendar full of early spring-themed events.
Enjoy!
Editor: Theo Franz
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Easter Brunches Across Twin Cities And East Metro
By: Beth-Ann Bloom
Since not everyone considers chocolate bunnies and jelly beans to be an appropriate holiday menu, it’s a good thing that the Twin Cities offer both prepared foods that you can serve in your own home on Easter as well as restaurants with festive brunches and dinners.
This list includes some more far-flung options too so you have additional choices if your favorite is already full. Driving a little farther gets you to Surly’s frozen shrimp luge, Red Wing’s Big Boot and some small towns in Wisconsin.
Highlighted Event
 | Valley Creek Road and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project Open HouseWednesday, April 1, 4-6 p.m. | Woodbury City Hall Meet with Washington County planners to learn more about the upcoming intersection improvement project. |
Events Calendar
Community Awareness Panel
Tuesday, March 31, 6-8 p.m. | 6625 Goodview Ave., Cottage Grove
Learn about youth exploitation from school social workers, local law enforcement and community advocates.
Valley Creek Road and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project Open House
Wednesday, April 1, 4-6 p.m. | Woodbury City Hall
Meet with Washington County planners to learn more about the upcoming intersection improvement project.
Senate District 47 Town Hall
Wednesday, April 1, 6-7 p.m. | Location provided with RSVP
Reps. Shelley Buck, Ethan Cha and Sen. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger will provide legislative updates and answer constituent questions.
Spring Nature Walk
Friday, April 3, 10-11 a.m. | 6959 Peller Ave. S., Hastings
Join a naturalist for an easy hourlong walk to see signs of spring emerging.
Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 3, 3 p.m. | 8300 Hyde Ave., Cottage Grove
Outdoor egg hunt with family-friendly activities. Bring a basket. Registration helpful.
The Drowsy Chaperone
April 3-4 and 9-11 at 7 p.m.; April 12 at 2 p.m. | 5701 Stillwater Blvd., Oak Park Heights
Stillwater’s spring musical is a Tony Award-winning farce celebrating 1920s-style theater. Tickets $6-12.
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, April 4, 8 a.m.-noon | 11094 70th St., Cottage Grove
Includes made-to-order eggs, an egg hunt at 9 and 10 a.m., and an Eastern Star bake sale. $11 for adults, less for kids.
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | 1750 Weir Drive
Bring a camera for photos with the Easter Bunny before the holiday.
Contraption Club
Monday, April 6, 3-4 p.m. | R.H. Stafford Library
Hands-on session for ages 9-12 exploring tools like a 3D printer, Cricut and Glowforge. Free with registration.
Mushrooming 101
Wednesday, April 8, 6-7:30 p.m. | 8946 70th St., Cottage Grove
Learn the basics of foraging with a naturalist-led hike through local woods. $10 with registration.
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