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SPOTLIGHT READS

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Regular 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?

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

Upcoming Events

  • 2026 Summer Reading Kickoff
    2026 Summer Reading Kickoff
    Thu, Jun 11
    The Thinking Spot
    Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Kickoff your summer reading with a visit to The Spot. See what we have in store for summer!
  • Science Sunday - June  2026
    Science Sunday - June  2026
    Sun, Jun 14
    The Thinking Spot
    Jun 14, 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 - Endling
    Fiction Bookclub - Endling
    Sun, Jun 14
    The Thinking Spot
    Jun 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Book club meeting - Endling by Maria Reva
  • 2026 Summer Reading & Activity Club
    2026 Summer Reading & Activity Club
    Thu, Jun 18
    Jun 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Summer Reading & Activity Club for all ages!
  • Read with Mata -  June 19th
    Read with Mata -  June 19th
    Fri, Jun 19
    The Thinking Spot
    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)
  • New Adult Book Club - Art Thief
    New Adult Book Club - Art Thief
    Sat, Jun 20
    The Thinking Spot
    Jun 20, 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)
  • A2D Academy Book Reading - Our Rainbow Of Emotions!
    A2D Academy Book Reading - Our Rainbow Of Emotions!
    Jun 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    55 Kids’ Inspiring Journeys Through their Emotions!
  • Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - July 2026
    Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - July 2026
    Wed, Jul 01
    Jul 01, 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!
  • Read with Mata -  July 3rd
    Read with Mata -  July 3rd
    Fri, Jul 03
    The Thinking Spot
    Jul 03, 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)
  • Read with Mata -  July 17th
    Read with Mata -  July 17th
    Fri, Jul 17
    The Thinking Spot
    Jul 17, 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)
  • Read with Mata -  July 31st
    Read with Mata -  July 31st
    Fri, Jul 31
    The Thinking Spot
    Jul 31, 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)
  • What's Next Book Club - Ecocivilization
    What's Next Book Club - Ecocivilization
    Thu, Aug 06
    Aug 06, 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.
  • Read with Mata -  Aug 7th
    Read with Mata -  Aug 7th
    Fri, Aug 07
    The Thinking Spot
    Aug 07, 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)
  • Read with Mata -  Aug 21st
    Read with Mata -  Aug 21st
    Fri, Aug 21
    The Thinking Spot
    Aug 21, 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)
  • MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
    MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
    Sat, Oct 24
    The Bakken Museum
    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!

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