Bloomington Public Health serves the communities of Bloomington, Edina and Richfield. 

Edina Police and Southdale YMCA present: Cops on the Court Basketball Tournament. This is a free program for youth ages 13-18. Gym memberships are required; free youth scholarships are available. Parent/guardian permission is required for participants under 18. 

Tournament dates:

• 8/6 - Public Health will be there, too!
• 8/13
• 8/20
• 8/27

Stop by to meet Bloomington Public Health staff from the Substance Use Prevention and Mental Health program at the next round of Edina's Cops on the Court Basketball Tournament! Staff will be sharing culturally relevant resources on mental wellness, substance use prevention (including vaping and cannabis education), and information about local youth and family programs. Attendees can learn more about upcoming community events, opportunities to get involved, and tools to support mental health and well-being in Edina, Richfield, and Bloomington.

Volunteers needed to help make the Park Avenue Pollinator Corridor a beautiful habitat for bees, butterflies, and birds!

Join us in planting native flowers for pollinators along the Park Avenue powerline corridor.  Put one new plant in the ground or many!  It all helps make this area a safe place for pollinators and a beautiful place for the community.  

Meet along the east side of Oxboro Library (8801 Portland Ave. S.) a the registration tent.  Begin with an orientation at 9:30 OR 10:30am to get started.

No planting experience is necessary.  All are welcome - beginners and experienced gardeners!  Click here to register.

This project is a combined effort of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Hennepin County Library, Xcel Energy, and the City of Bloomington.

Enjoy a fun session of trivia with questions spanning a wide range of categories. 

Whether you’re a history buff, movie lover, or random fact collector, there’s something for everyone. 

Popcorn will be provided!

• Where: Logan Lodge, 9930 Logan Ave. S.
• Cost: FREE!
• Registration: Required and accepted until event is full.
  • For adults 50 years of age and above.
  • Space is limited to 30 participants on a first come, first served basis.
  • Sign up online at Webtrac.

Download and share the Trivia & Popcorn flyer. 

For more information or questions, call 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or email parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov

Are you looking for a fun and whimsical way to get creative? Join a naturalist at Harrison Park to create your very own fairy garden! 

Explore Nine Mile Creek to find rocks, sticks and other nature materials to turn into a home for your backyard fairies. 

• Additional materials will be available to help make your imaginations come to life.
  • Provided on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
• Head south down the trail from the parking lot.
  • Tables will be set up at the first trail intersection.
• No experience is necessary.
• Free program. No registration required. 

Questions? Email parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov. 

Presented as part of the ongoing Naturalist Programs series. 

Join us for a summer cookout featuring a FREE lunch hot off the grill! Enjoy good food, socializing with friends, and a variety of yard games. 

You’ll even have a chance to try your hand at archery, no experience necessary.

• Where: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Ave. S., Shelter #1
• Cost: FREE!
• Registration: Required and accepted until event is full.
  • For adults 50 years of age and above.
  • Space is limited to 80 participants on a first come, first served basis.
  • Sign up online at Webtrac.

For more information or questions, call 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or email parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov

Experience an unforgettable weekend of elite competition, community spirit, and adaptive sports excellence featuring top teams from across the country, including the reigning national champions, the Minnesota Rolling Twins!  

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, part of Allina Health, is hosting the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series August 14-16, 2025 at Mall of America®. The North parking lot at MOA will be transformed into five wheelchair softball diamonds. 

Courage Kenny has enjoyed a long and successful history in wheelchair softball, boasting an impressive 22 national championships over the years. The tournament will be a lively, competitive event showcasing 300+ athletes playing in more than 70 games over three days. 

EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday - August 14, 2025

• 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Double Elimination Bracket games (Fields 1-4)
• 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Fine Design 2025 World Series Merchandise Shop (Central Event Zone)
• 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Concessions - Excelsior Masonic Lodge (Central Event Zone)
• 4 – 5:30 p.m.: Military / Veteran Clinic, Scrimmage, Chair Fitting (Field 5)
• 5:30 – 7 p.m.: Military / Veterans Showcase Game (Field 5)

Friday - August 15, 2025

• 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Single Elimination Bracket games (Fields 1-4)
• 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Fine Design 2025 World Series Merchandise Shop (Central Event Zone)
• 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Vendor Village (Vendor Village)
• 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Concessions - Excelsior Masonic Lodge (Central Event Zone)
• 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Minnesota Twins Youth Clinic (Field 5)
• 1 – 2:30 p.m.: Bloomington Parks and Recreation All Abilities Open Play (Wright’s Lake Park)
• 4 – 5:30 p.m.: USA Game (Field 5)
• 5:30 – 7 p.m.: Women’s Game (Field 5)

Saturday - August 16, 2025

• 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Bracket Games and Championship Games (Fields 1-5)
• 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Fine Design 2025 World Series Merchandise Shop (Central Event Zone)
• 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Vendor Village (Vendor Village)
• 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Concessions - Excelsior Masonic Lodge (Central Event Zone)
• 1 p.m.: Championship Games (Fields 2-3)

Bonus Events

• Friday, August 15, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
  • The Minnesota Twins Community Fund is hosting a Youth Baseball and Softball Clinic on Field 5 at Mall of America Fields. Athletes of all abilities are invited to learn fundamentals like hitting, throwing and fielding in a fun, supportive environment. This free event is for youth ages 6–16. Registration is required and the deadline to sign up is August 8.
• Friday, August 15, 1–3 p.m.
  • Bloomington Parks and Recreation is hosting the All Abilities Open Play event at nearby Wright's Lake Park, 8501 17th Ave. S. This free event is your opportunity to try adaptive recreation offerings like pickleball, enjoy yard games including cornhole and gaga ball, and learn more about Bloomington’s adaptive recreation programs. No registration required. 

The City of Bloomington is a proud sponsor of the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series.

Join the Minnesota Twins Community Fund (MTCF) for a free, inclusive youth baseball and softball clinic during the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series. 

This event is open to athletes of all abilities and teaches fundamentals like hitting, throwing and fielding in a fun, supportive environment. 

Please bring a glove, water and any personal items your ballplayer may need. If your athlete needs one-on-one assistance, please bring a PCA, parent or guardian. For sports wheelchair requests, contact Romaus at romaus.mesa@allina.com. 

• When: Friday, August 15, 2025, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Where: Mall of America Fields, 2100 Lindau Ln, Bloomington, MN 55425
• Who: Participants 6 – 16 years of age
• Fee: FREE
• Registration and full event details: Click here
  • Registration Deadline: August 8, 2025

The City of Bloomington is a proud sponsor of the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series being held August 14-16 at Mall of America Fields.

Review and learn more about proposed improvements to Moir Park including playground concepts, a new open-air park shelter building, reimagined disc golf course and more. 

You’ll also get an update on design details for the natural resources restoration in the Nine Mile Creek corridor.

If you can't attend in person, on August 12 information will be posted at Let's Talk Bloomington giving you a chance to review concepts and provide feedback. 

For more project details, visit bloomingtonforward.org/9mile.  Email questions to forward@bloomingtonmn.gov.