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July 18, 2024
At Home Olympics ›
Sports fans across the globe are gearing up for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. The Olympics are an exciting opportunity to celebrate outstanding athletes, cheer on teams from around the…
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June 20, 2024
Games to Play this Summer ›
Summertime is here! The first few weeks of summer bring fun and excitement and the return of free time and fun, seasonal activities. But as the summer stretches on, it…
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May 29, 2024
2024 International Day of Play ›
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted June 11 as the International Day of Play. This global celebration was established to champion and protect children’s right to play. On this…
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Patch
May 9, 2024
Playworks Minnesota Hosts Jump for Joy Showcase ›
On April 30, Playworks Minnesota hosted a Jump for Joy Showcase in partnership with the Minneapolis Women’s Double Dutch Club: Double Dutch Is In My DNA.
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April 10, 2024
Growing Play in the Twin Cities ›
Minnesota School District Recognized as a Blue Shirt District Playworks’ first Blue Shirt District in Minnesota was announced today: North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622 (District 622). The recognition uplifts…
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MLB
March 28, 2024
“Goin’ Yard For Youth” Charitable Giving Program ›
For the third consecutive season, Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the St. Paul Saints are partnering to give back to local youth development nonprofit organizations, including Playworks Minnesota, through…
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January 24, 2024
Indoor Recess Transition Plan ›
From snow and cold to rain, smog, and everything in between, weather can throw a wrench in your outdoor recess plans. When inclement weather strikes, transitioning to indoor play can…
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December 18, 2023
Playworks recognized as a NYSS Champion ›
Playworks becomes an NYSS Champion Playworks is pleased to be recognized by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
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NBA
November 3, 2023
The Fastbreak Foundation Announces 2023-24 Starting Five Grant Recipients ›
The Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx announced the 2023-24 season Starting Five grant recipients from the Fastbreak Foundation. This year’s grant recipients includes Playworks MN, A Mothers Love Initiative, Special Olympics…