Orono Early Learning

08/12/2026

Open and free to all! The Discovery Center Open House & Vehicle Fair is happening on September 3 from 4:30-6 PM!

Tour the preschool classrooms, meet our teachers and staff, and explore vehicles from West Suburban Fire District and West Hennepin Public Safety.

Food will be available for purchase from Smokin Bonez, Al Chile Street Food and Lakes Ice Cream. We hope to see you there!

08/04/2026

Tomorrow! Join Soccer Stars for our last Pop In & Read of the summer!

10 - 11 AM | Orono Discovery Center

Stop by and bring home a free book!

07/08/2026

☔ Pop In & Read is still on!

Due to today's rainy weather, we've moved the event inside to the cafeteria at the Orono Discovery Center.

Join us from 10-11 AM for stories, a free book, and a fun morning together. See you there! 📚

This week! Spend your Wednesday morning with a great story and a free book! 📚 Join local author Tara St. Martin as she reads her book, Treats After Dinner, a sweet story about finding balance and moderation, and discovering the perfect time for a treat.

While you're here, stop by our reading tent and spend a little extra time with a good book!

Wednesday, July 8 | 10 - 11 AM
Orono Discovery Center

Drop-ins are welcome!
Learn more and register here: https://oronoschools.arux.app/course/8587/summer-2026%E2%80%942/pop-in-read

07/06/2026

This week! Spend your Wednesday morning with a great story and a free book! 📚 Join local author Tara St. Martin as she reads her book, Treats After Dinner, a sweet story about finding balance and moderation, and discovering the perfect time for a treat.

While you're here, stop by our reading tent and spend a little extra time with a good book!

Wednesday, July 8 | 10 - 11 AM
Orono Discovery Center

Drop-ins are welcome!
Learn more and register here: https://oronoschools.arux.app/course/8587/summer-2026%E2%80%942/pop-in-read

06/24/2026

So much fun, so many smiles! Thank you for joining us this morning!

06/22/2026

This week! Pop in for a story, get creative with a messy art project, and take home a free book! 📚🎨 Join us this Wednesday, June 24 from 10 - 11 AM at the Orono Discovery Center for this free family event. Open to everyone!

Drop-ins are welcome! While registration isn't required, it helps us plan for supplies and materials. Learn more and register here: https://oronoschools.arux.app/course/8587/summer-2026%E2%80%942/pop-in-read

05/27/2026

We're excited for another fun summer at the Orono Discovery Center! ☀️

These featured summer classes are a great way for kids to learn, explore, create, and make new friends through hands-on activities and themed adventures all summer long.

Spots are still available — register today! bit.ly/4ecd7cL

05/04/2026

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week | May 4–8

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible teachers at the Orono Discovery Center who bring so much care, creativity, and intention to their classrooms each day. Their work helps create a strong, supportive start for our youngest learners and their families.

We also want to recognize our PAC Orono Discovery Center Parents for organizing thoughtful ways to celebrate our teachers throughout the week—from special treats to small moments of appreciation that go a long way.

We truly appreciate the time, energy, and heart our teachers pour into their work. Thank you for the difference you make each and every day. 💙

05/01/2026

Join our ECFE educators, Leslie Eull and Mary Beth Plucinski, for ECFE on Location—a fun, relaxed way to connect with other families out in the community 🌳

Enjoy time at local parks with circle time, play-based activities for children, and opportunities for parent connection and education.

✨ It's free! Please register so we can plan materials and activities!

🔗 Register here: https://oronoschools.arux.app/course/ecfe/8372/summer-2026%E2%80%941/ecfe-on-location

04/23/2026

Calling all our youngest Spartans and their families! Join Orono Early Learning for a fun, family-friendly evening at the Community Wellness Expo on Thursday, April 30.

We have several activities specifically for our early childhood families:

Visit Our Early Learning Table: Stop by to say hello and learn more about our programs and resources.

Hennepin County Library: Meet our local librarians and discover great resources for young readers.

Popsicles with Orono Rotary: A sweet treat for the kids while you explore the event!

Event Details:
When: Thursday, April 30 | 5-7 PM
Where: Orono Activities Center

This is a free event for the entire community. For more information, visit www.oronoschools.org/expo.