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3311 COUNTY ROAD 101
SUITE 4
WAYZATA MN 55391
952-217-5682

What is The Thinking Spot?

A unique community gathering place for exploring and interacting with science.

A bookstore of curated science-themed books and gifts for adults and children.

A place where you can engage with local scientists and other thoughtful members of the community.

A place where everyone can attend events and workshops that ignite an enthusiasm for science.

books * science * learning

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Upcoming Events

Thu, Jun 12
Summer Bookmark Contest Signup
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Jun 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – Aug 30, 2025, 6:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Bookmark Contest by Age group - 4-7; 8-12
Thu, Jun 12
Summer Reading Signup
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Jun 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – Sep 12, 2025, 6:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Summer Reading Club by Age group - 4-7, 8-12 or 13+
Sun, Jun 15
Science Sunday - June 2025
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Jun 15, 2025, 10:30 AM
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A morning of science activity, story time and all-around fun for the pre-school age kids!
Tue, Jun 17
Crafting Club - June 17
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Jun 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Join us for a relaxed, come-as-you-are gathering where creativity and community go hand in hand!
Wed, Jun 18
Crafting Club - June 18
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Jun 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Join us for a relaxed, come-as-you-are gathering where creativity and community go hand in hand!
Wed, Jun 18
Coding Club - June 18th 2025
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Jun 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
After-school Coding Club for Ages 7-10. Individual sessions.
Wed, Jun 25
Coding Club - June 25th 2025
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Jun 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
After-school Coding Club for Ages 7-10. Individual sessions.
Wed, Jun 25
Science Read In - Read 25 Day
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Jun 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Bring a Science-y Book and spend time reading in solidarity with fellow science book worms! Part of the Read 25 in 2025 Challenge in partnership with Bookshop.org and Gretchen Rubin!
Fri, Jun 27
Read with Mata - June 27th
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Jun 27, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Come read to Mata - a part of the Community Animal Visit program by A Bond Between (formerly Secondhand Hounds)
Sat, Jun 28
New Adult Book Club - Remarkable Bright Creatures
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Jun 28, 2025, 1:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
A Book Club for New Adults (18 to 34)
Sat, Jun 28
Science of Agatha Christie - Author Event
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Jun 28, 2025, 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Uncover the theories behind Dame Agatha Christie's most thrilling mysteries!
Sun, Jun 29
Yoga For The Mind - Secret Chord - 1
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Jun 29, 2025, 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
First session for "I Heard There Was a Secret Chord" by Daniel Levitin.
Wed, Jul 02
Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - July2025
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Jul 02, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Special edition of Toddler Tales in partnership with Dance West Studios!
Fri, Jul 11
Read with Mata - July 11th
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Jul 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Come read to Mata - a part of the Community Animal Visit program by A Bond Between (formerly Secondhand Hounds)
Sun, Jul 13
Fiction Bookclub - Queens of Crime
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Jul 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Book club meeting - Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict!
Sun, Jul 13
Face in the Mirror - Author Event
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Jul 13, 2025, 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
The captivating story of the first face transplant at Mayo Clinic, with Author and historian Jack El-Hai!
Fri, Jul 25
Read with Mata - July 25th
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Jul 25, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Come read to Mata - a part of the Community Animal Visit program by A Bond Between (formerly Secondhand Hounds)
Sun, Aug 03
Women in Tech Book Club - Hello World
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Aug 03, 2025, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
"Hello, World" - Book Club and Workshop!