Independent Bookstore Week Special Hours

Wed April 22 10a - 6:30p
Thu April 23rd 10a - 6:30p
Fri April 24th 10a - 6:30p
Sat April 25th 9a - 7p
Sun April 26th 10a - 6p

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

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

Upcoming Events

Wed, Apr 22
Earth Day - Ecology
The Thinking Spot
Details
Apr 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly evening of science, books, and creativity. Explore ecology, discover books, and make nature art together.
Sat, Apr 25
Independent Book Store Day 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
One Day. Fifty States. Hundreds Of Bookstores. Join the Celebration! Twin Cities Passport Stamping April 22-26 2026!
Fri, May 01
Read with Mata - May 1st
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 01, 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)
Sun, May 03
Yoga For The Mind - Code Breaker - Meeting 2
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 03, 2026, 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Second session for Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson
Wed, May 06
Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - May 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 06, 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!
Thu, May 07
What's Next Book Club - Think Like a Commoner
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 07, 2026, 5:30 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Part book club, part community of practice, we hope you will join us in answering "What comes next" and related questions.
Sat, May 09
Author Event - Rhonda Fleming Hayes - Garden For Life
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 09, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Perfect guide to help you evaluate, redesign, and right-size your garden space as you age.
Tue, May 19
Author Event - Marlene Zuk - Outsider Animals
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Come find out what raccoons, rats, and other animal intruders can teach us!
Fri, May 22
Read with Mata - May 22nd
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 22, 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)
Sun, May 31
Nature Bookclub - How to read Water
The Thinking Spot
Details
May 31, 2026, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Nature Book Club meeting - "How to read water" by Tristan Gooley.
Fri, Jun 05
Read with Mata - June 5th
The Thinking Spot
Details
Jun 05, 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)
Fri, Jun 19
Read with Mata - June 19th
The Thinking Spot
Details
Jun 19, 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)
Sat, Oct 24
MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
The Bakken Museum
Details
Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Bakken Museum, 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA
2nd Annual STEM Book Festival!