Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT)

Gifted Adult Community Group
Moonlit Minds: From Golden Hour to Full Moon

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
Time: Gather at 7:30 PM; first loop begins at 7:40 PM
Location: Eagan, MN (meeting location provided upon registration)
REGISTER NOW: https://mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6728519

Join fellow gifted adults for an evening of connection, conversation, and nature as we experience the transition from sunset to moonlight together.

We'll gather before sunset for a relaxed walk around the lake during golden hour, enjoying the beauty of the changing sky and getting to know one another along the trail. After completing the first loop, participants can choose to head home or continue for a second relaxed loop as twilight deepens and the nearly full moon rises above the lake. Walk one loop or both—whatever feels right for you.

Whether you're seeking meaningful conversation, time in nature, intellectual companionship, or simply a peaceful summer evening outdoors, this event offers space for all.

Don't miss MCGT's Lean on Me Monthly Discussion Group - Free and open to all!
Tuesday, June 23⋅7:30 – 8:30pm CST
No registration required, just drop in!

You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative and talented children. The group focuses on listening, generating ideas, resource sharing, and is for anyone who is a caregiver of elementary and teenage gifted, creative and talented kids. The group will be facilitated by Dr. Teresa Argo Boatman, a local psychologist who specialties in working with gifted people.

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/95140691227...
Meeting ID: 951 4069 1227
Passcode: 161757

Two events for Parents/Caregivers this week!
Free, Open to All, No RSVPs needed, just show up!

Lean on Me Monthly Discussion group meets on Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pm. Join Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95140691227...

CHOICES is hosting a Parents’ Summer Book Club on Saturday, 2-4pm at the Lunds & Byerly’s Common Room, 7171 France Ave S, Edina!
We’re discussing Raising Awe Seekers by Deborah Farmer Kris — a beautiful book about nurturing curiosity and wonder in our kids. Whether you finished the book or just want a kid-free afternoon with other CHOICES parents, you are welcome. No pressure, no quiz — just good conversation and community.

Find all of our upcoming events on our website calendar: https://mcgt.net/calendar

📚 Parents — this one is for you!

Join us for our Parents’ Summer Book Club on Saturday, June 27! We’re discussing Raising Awe Seekers by Deborah Farmer Kris — a beautiful book about nurturing curiosity and wonder in our kids.

Whether you finished the book or just want a kid-free afternoon with other CHOICES parents, you are welcome. No pressure, no quiz — just good conversation and community.

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕒 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Lunds & Byerly’s Common Room, 7171 France Ave S, Edina

No RSVP needed — just show up! Open to all MCGT and CHOICES members and prospective members.

Come for the book. Stay for the community. ✨

Want to make a different choice than traditional schooling? Not sure what that would look like or where to start? Find answers to frequently asked questions and more in the CHOICES Chapter Videos: https://mcgt.wildapricot.org/MCGT-CHOICES-Chapter-Resources

And connect with MCGT's CHOICES chapter on their groups.io:
https://groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES

These videos are free for MCGT members. Not a member? Join MCGT now: https://mcgt.wildapricot.org/membershipform

Join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for Enjoying an Afternoon of Zine-Making!
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 2:30 - 4:30 pm CDT
Roseville, MN

FREE and Open to All. Registration required. Spots are limited: Maximum of 11 attendees, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
https://mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6702623

An in-person event focused on experiencing the culture and creativity of zines! For those who are unfamiliar, zines (pronounced “zeens”) are self-published prints, often handmade on paper and produced in limited quantities using non-commercial printing.

The experience will emphasize that anyone can make a zine, and that no special knowledge is needed to start enjoying, creating, and sharing stories with zines.

No prior knowledge or preparation is required! Just bring yourself and your creativity. Optionally, participants are invited to bring a small amount of cash (a few dollars) to make copies of their zine on the library copy machine.

🏞️ Great news, MCGT families! STAR Academy families have planned a series of casual summer park meetups across the Twin Cities metro area — and MCGT families are warmly invited to join!

All hangouts start at 1:00 PM and typically last a couple of hours. Bring your own refreshments and activities and just show up — look for a group of friendly faces!

🗓️ Summer Park Meetup Dates:
June 19 • Antlers Park, Lakeville
July 17 • Audubon Park, Minneapolis
July 31 • Central Park, Roseville
August 14 • Staring Park, Eden Prairie
August 21 • Central Park, Maple Grove
September 11 • Hyland Park, Bloomington

Questions? Email [email protected]

📅 groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendar
✉️ [email protected]

Join CHOICES/STAR for a park day Friday at Antlers Park in Lakeville! All hangouts start at 1:00 PM and typically last a couple of hours. Bring your own refreshments and activities and just show up — look for a group of friendly faces!

And join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for Enjoying an Afternoon of Zine-Making!
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 2:30 - 4:30 pm CDT
Roseville, MN

FREE and Open to All. Registration required. Spots are limited: Maximum of 11 attendees, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
Register Now: https://mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6702623