Maximize fun with friends at Friday Night Live for 4th and 5th graders! Unleash your game skills with exciting gym games and competitions dance the night away with a live DJ and enjoy snacks available for purchase. The middle school pool will also be open so bring your swimsuit and towel. Parents: This event is fully supervised by Kids and Company staff and is a great way for students to get comfortable in the middle school building. Important Details: Student pick up is promptly at 8:30 pm. Registration closes at noon the day before the event. No tickets will be sold at the door. Once we reach capacity, no additional registrations will be accepted.

Join Community Ed for the Monster Mash Bash Dance Party! Families are invited to come dressed in their favorite costumes for a night full of dancing, fun, and festive activities. Get ready to show off your moves, compete in a costume contest, toss bean bags into the witches’ cauldron, and decorate your very own spooky pumpkin. This event is perfect for kids ages 4 to 12. All attendees need to register, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Concessions available! $5 for Jet's Pizza $2 for a drink, candy bar, chips or rice crispy bar. Register for concessions now or pay with cash/credit card at event.

View the night sky through the Lawrence Sauter telescope located inside the Observatory Dome atop the Eisenhower Community Center. View stars, planets, and more with an experienced guide. The dome-enclosed telescope provides a spectacular view of the night sky. Part of the class takes place outdoors, so please dress accordingly for weather. Visitors with physical disabilities who cannot climb the steep staircase up to the observatory are still very welcome to visit the observatory program and take part in the classroom portion of the event.

Join us for a community gathering full of fun, friends, and fantastic prizes! This bingo event is for Individuals of all abilities, ages 18+. There will be a snack and soda/water provided as part of your registration. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee you get a seat.

Hopkins Community Education Winter Makers Market Calling all makers, artisans, and creatives! Join us this holiday season at the Winter Makers Market — a festive indoor event designed just for you to showcase your unique handmade creations. Whether you work in ceramics, fiber arts, jewelry, painting, woodworking, or any other craft, this is your chance to connect with a community that appreciates original, quality work. Why Participate? Share your craft with enthusiastic local shoppers looking for one-of-a-kind gifts and treasures. Join a curated collection of diverse media for a well-balanced and vibrant marketplace. Enjoy a friendly, supportive atmosphere with fellow makers and DIY fans. Benefit from a prime location at Hopkins North Middle School, with easy setup and access. Be part of an event that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and the joy of handmade. Spaces are limited, so reserve your booth today! Not a maker? We are looking for volunteers. Visit our sign up genius for volunteer information. *Items that are prohibited at public school events under Federal Law apply as off-limits for sale or distribution in Hopkins Public Schools and include alcohol, tobacco, or other legal drugs, weapons, illegal substances, sexually explicit or implicit items designed for adult-only audiences, or anything promoting violence or discrimination. Read the 2026 Winter Makers Market Vendor Handbook for more detailed information about vendor participation.