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SUMMARY:Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program
DESCRIPTION:Maple Syruping Afternoon Demo Program\nCost: $10/non-member\, $5/member \nSaturday\, March 21\,  12:30 – 1:30 pm \nHow does sap turn into syrup? This hands-on experience will follow the process of maple syruping from start to finish. At the end of the program\, students will be able to sample the sweet syrup they helped make. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/maple-syruping-afternoon-demo-program
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191714Z
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SUMMARY:Bats\, Bones & Bonfires
DESCRIPTION:Details to Come \n \n 
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bats-bones-bonfires-3
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T110000
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, November 1\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nJoin us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching wildlife from the comfort of the Interpretive Center through our Windows on the Wild viewing area. Bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-26
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T183546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T183546Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: All about Raptors!
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: All about Raptors!\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, November 1\, 2025\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nStorytime includes a short story and coloring activity. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-all-about-raptors
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T183904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T183904Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Reads Book Club – H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald\nTeens and Adults. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, November 1\, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \nCome gather for an enlightening discussion about environmental-related books with eco-conscience individuals while enjoying refreshments in the interpretive center. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/sweet-reads-book-club-18
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T110000
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CREATED:20250819T184046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T184046Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Rocks Rock Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Rocks Rock Morning Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, November 3\,  9:30am-11am \nRocks Rock! The Earth is made up of different kinds of rocks that can be found in many different colors! Come and explore the beautiful hard side of nature. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-rocks-rock-morning-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T184249Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool: Intro to Plant Life Cycles
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Plant Life Cycles\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, November 3\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Intro to Plant Life Cycles\nCome learn all about some of the amazing plants that can be found at RBNC! From seeds to flowers\, we will cover the many stages that plants undergo during their unique life cycles. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-intro-to-plant-life-cycles
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T184816Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Rocks Rock Evening Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Rocks Rock Evening Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, November 3\,  5:00pm-6:30pm \nRocks Rock! The Earth is made up of different kinds of rocks that can be found in many different colors! Come and explore the beautiful hard side of nature. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-rocks-rock-evening-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
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SUMMARY:RBNC Trails & IC Closed for Deer Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Notice to the Public\, \nThe trails of River Bend Nature Center and the Interpretive Center will be closed to the public for a deer management hunt Thursday\, November 13th – Sunday\, November 16th. Please plan your trip to River Bend accordingly.
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/rbnc-trails-ic-closed-for-deer-hunt
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T185047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185047Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Clouds & Weather Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Clouds & Weather Morning Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, November 17\,  9:30am-11am \nAs the seasons change from fall to winter\, clouds gather and the winds shift. Join us and learn about clouds and different forms of weather. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-clouds-weather-morning-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T185255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185255Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Minnesota Turtle Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Minnesota Turtle Conservation with Dr. Tricia Markle\, MN Zoo Wildlife Conservation Specialist\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, November 19\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nBring your own lunch and enjoy! \nMinnesota\, the land of 10\,000 lakes\, is a veritable paradise for freshwater turtles. Unfortunately\, as a result of habitat loss & degradation\, road mortality\, and poaching\, turtles in our state are in trouble. Of the nine species found in Minnesota\, Blanding’s and Wood turtles have faced significant population declines and are state listed as Threatened. Minnesota Zoo staff are tracking turtles to learn more about their habitat needs\, investigating strategies to reduce turtle road mortality\, and testing measures to protect turtle nests and boost populations. Join us to hear more about these projects and learn what you can do to help turtles in our state. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-minnesota-turtle-conservation
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T185450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185450Z
UID:7290-1763807400-1763812800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: Clouds & Weather Saturday Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: Clouds & Weather Saturday Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nSaturday\, November 22\,  10:30am-12pm \nAs the seasons change from fall to winter\, clouds gather and the winds shift. Join us and learn about clouds and different forms of weather. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-clouds-weather-saturday-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T192354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T192354Z
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closed for Thanksgiving\, Trails Open
DESCRIPTION:Notice to the Public\, \nThe interpretive Center will be closed for the holiday\, but the trails remain open. Enjoy!!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closed-for-thanksgiving-trails-open
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T185624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185624Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: MN Animals Morning Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: MN Animals Morning Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, December 1\,  9:30am-11am \nMany animals migrate to MN during the summer\, but who sticks around during the winter? Come learn about the animals that call MN home. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-mn-animals-morning-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T190105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T190105Z
UID:7296-1764594000-1764601200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Intro to Birds
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Intro to Birds\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, December 1\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Intro to Birds\nLearn all about our feathered friends! We will cover all the adaptations that make birds such amazing animals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-intro-to-birds
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T185816Z
UID:7294-1764608400-1764613800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts: MN Animals Evening Class
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts: MN Animals Evening Class\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, December 1\,  5:00pm-6:30pm \nMany animals migrate to MN during the summer\, but who sticks around during the winter? Come learn about the animals that call MN home. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-mn-animals-evening-class
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T190258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T190258Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, December 6\, 2025\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nJoin us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching wildlife from the comfort of the Interpretive Center through our Windows on the Wild viewing area. Bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-27
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T190443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T190443Z
UID:7300-1765018800-1765022400@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Storytime: Winter Weather
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: Winter Weather\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, December 6\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nCozy up in kid’s corner as you listen to stories about winter weather\, read by a River Bend Naturalist! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-winter-weather
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251013T170518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T170640Z
UID:7390-1765022400-1765033200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Natural Fiber Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Natural Fiber Weaving Workshop\nAges 10+. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, December 6\, 12:00 pm-3:00 pm \nIn this 3 hour workshop learn the heritage craft of willow weaving to craft a tension tray. These are handy to serve or simply used as a decoration. Participants will learn about how to ethically harvest locally and how to weave using this abundant and beautiful material. Some moderate hand strength is required. Bring garden shears and dress for indoors and outdoors. Workshop led by Laura Korynta. \nRegister Here\, Limited to 6 people
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/natural-fiber-weaving-workshop
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T190629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T190629Z
UID:7302-1765029600-1765033200@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Reads Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Reads Book Club – Saved in Time by Estella B. Leopold and Herbert W. Meyer\nTeens and Adults. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, December 6\, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \nCome gather for an enlightening discussion about environmental-related books with eco-conscience individuals while enjoying refreshments in the interpretive center. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/sweet-reads-book-club-19
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T190830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T190830Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Snow Fun Morning Program
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Snow Fun Morning Program\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, December 15\,  9:30am-11am \nA big part of winter is snow! Snow comes in many forms and can be fun to play in. Let’s explore how much fun snow can be. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-snow-fun-morning-program
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T191000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191000Z
UID:7306-1765803600-1765810800@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool: Bird Counting
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool: Bird Counting\nCost: $20/child\, $10/member child \nGrades: K-5th \nMonday\, December 15\,  1:00pm-3:00pm \nTopic: Bird Counting\nJoin us as we partake in the practice of bird counting! Students will practice their identification skills and learn the basics of using binoculars\, as we count birds at River Bend. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/homeschool-bird-counting
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191128Z
UID:7308-1765818000-1765821600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Snow Fun Evening Program
DESCRIPTION:Little Sprouts Snow Fun Evening Program\nCost: $10/child\, $5/member child\, adults attend for free. \nMonday\, December 15\,  5:00pm-6:00pm \nA big part of winter is snow! Snow comes in many forms and can be fun to play in. Let’s explore how much fun snow can be. A portion of this class may be held outside. Please dress for the weather. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/little-sprouts-snow-fun-evening-program
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20250819T191304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191304Z
UID:7310-1765972800-1765980000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Challenges and Successes of Animal Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Challenges and Successes of Animal Conservation with Larry Vorwerk\, Retired MN Zookeeper\nCost: Per Non-Member $10\, RBNC Members $5 \nWednesday\, December 17\, 12:00-2:00pm\, Speaker begins at 12:30 pm \nBring your own lunch and enjoy! \nToday there is a great need for conservation efforts when so many species are threatened and going extinct. Come hear about the challenges and successes of animal conservation through the eyes of reputable Zoological Gardens and Aquariums. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/lunch-learn-challenges-and-successes-of-animal-conservation
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194307Z
UID:7413-1766534400-1766620799@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays!!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closed-2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194335Z
UID:7415-1766620800-1766707199@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays!!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closed-3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194124Z
UID:7409-1767139200-1767225599@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closes at 2:00 pm
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closes-at-200-pm
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194153Z
UID:7411-1767225600-1767311999@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Interpretive Center Closed
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year!!
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/interpretive-center-closed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194536Z
UID:7417-1767434400-1767438000@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Bagels & Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bagels & Birds\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, January 3\, 10:00 am-11:00 am \nJoin us on the first Saturday each month.  Enjoy coffee and bagels in a relaxed atmosphere while watching wildlife from the comfort of the Interpretive Center through our Windows on the Wild viewing area. Bagels provided by The Inn at Shattuck. \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/bagels-birds-28
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T144735
CREATED:20251021T194659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T194659Z
UID:7419-1767438000-1767441600@rbnc.org
SUMMARY:Storytime: Winter Animals
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with a Naturalist: Winter Animals\nAll ages. Cost: Free \nSaturday\, January 3\, 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nCozy up in kid’s corner as you listen to stories about animals in the winter\, read by a River Bend Naturalist! \nRegister Here
URL:https://rbnc.org/event/storytime-winter-animals
LOCATION:River Bend Nature Center\, 1000 Rustad Rd.\, Faribault\, MN\, 55021
GEO:44.2776174;-93.2413536
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