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We are ALWAYS OPEN for our community to gather!

*FREE* digital download of Know Your Rights, a zine created by the folks at Microcosm publishing

We are continuing to make sunshine bags(books, activities, a spot of sunshine) for kids of ALL ages impacted by the current situation. 

At this time, we have enough donated to support direct requests!

Donation of any amount, will be turned into books donated to to local organizations getting books in the hands of kids! 
 


Store Hours
Tue - Sat 10:00a - 6:00p
Sunday    10:00a - 4:00p
Monday Closed

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

What is The Thinking Spot?

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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.

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books * science * learning

Upcoming Events

  • Read with Mata - Feb 27th
    Read with Mata - Feb 27th
    Fri, Feb 27
    The Thinking Spot
    Feb 27, 2026, 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)
  • Authors for Minnesota - Community Day!
    Authors for Minnesota - Community Day!
    Sat, Feb 28
    The Thinking Spot
    Feb 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Authors for Minnesota Day; Day of Peace & Love - Make Paper Cranes!
  • Yoga For The Mind - City on Mars
    Yoga For The Mind - City on Mars
    Sun, Mar 01
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 01, 2026, 2:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    First session for City on Mars
  • Nature Bookclub - A Place in the Woods
    Nature Bookclub - A Place in the Woods
    Sun, Mar 01
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 01, 2026, 4:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Nature Book Club meeting - "A Place in the Woods" by Helen Hoover
  • Coding Club - Mar 2nd
    Coding Club - Mar 2nd
    Mon, Mar 02
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 02, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    *NEW* Coding Club - Python + AI Coding Agents. Ages 8 to Adults.
  • Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - Mar 2026
    Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - Mar 2026
    Wed, Mar 04
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 04, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Special edition of Toddler Storytime in partnership with Dance West Studios!
  • Storytime Social - Mar 11th
    Storytime Social - Mar 11th
    Wed, Mar 11
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Wednesday Morning Story times! Each week a different theme. Listen to a book, do some activity, burn off that mid-morning energy!
  • Read with Mata - Mar 13th
    Read with Mata - Mar 13th
    Fri, Mar 13
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 13, 2026, 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)
  • Science Sunday - Mar 2026
    Science Sunday - Mar 2026
    Sun, Mar 15
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 15, 2026, 10:30 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    A morning of science activity, story time and all-around fun for the pre-school age kids!
  • Fiction Bookclub - Project Hail Mary
    Fiction Bookclub - Project Hail Mary
    Sun, Mar 15
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Book club meeting - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir.
  • It's a Mom - Storytime with Author
    It's a Mom - Storytime with Author
    Wed, Mar 18
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Local Author Abby Cooper has a new Picture book out ! Let's celebrate!
  • Storytime Social - Mar 25th
    Storytime Social - Mar 25th
    Wed, Mar 25
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Wednesday Morning Story times! Each week a different theme. Listen to a book, do some activity, burn off that mid-morning energy!
  • Read with Mata - Mar 27th
    Read with Mata - Mar 27th
    Fri, Mar 27
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 27, 2026, 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)
  • New Adult Book Club - Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
    New Adult Book Club - Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
    Sun, Mar 29
    The Thinking Spot
    Mar 29, 2026, 2:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    A Book Club for New Adults (18 to 34)

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