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

ICE is not fully out yet! We are continuing to receive requests for making sunshine bags(books, activities, a spot of sunshine) for kids of ALL ages impacted by the current situation.

We are currently short ~$500 for the latest request.

Donation of any amount, will help get quality books and activities in the hands of these kids.

Thank You!

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?

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

Fri, Mar 13
Read with Mata - Mar 13th
The Thinking Spot
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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)
Sat, Mar 14
Pi Day Fundraiser!
The Thinking Spot
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Mar 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Celebrate Pi! Help your neighbors - complete the circle of Community!
Sun, Mar 15
Science Sunday - Mar 2026
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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!
Sun, Mar 15
Fiction Bookclub - Project Hail Mary
The Thinking Spot
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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.
Wed, Mar 18
It's a Mom - Storytime with Author
The Thinking Spot
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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!
Fri, Mar 27
Read with Mata - Mar 27th
The Thinking Spot
Details
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)
Sun, Mar 29
New Adult Book Club - Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
The Thinking Spot
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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)
Thu, Apr 02
What's Next Book Club - Mutual Aid
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Apr 02, 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.
Sun, Apr 12
Nature Bookclub - Nature of Oaks
The Thinking Spot
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Apr 12, 2026, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Nature Book Club meeting - "Nature of Oaks" by Doug Tallamy
Tue, May 19
Author Event - Marlene Zuk - Outsider Animals
The Thinking Spot
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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!