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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

  • Read with Mata -  Jan 16th
    Read with Mata -  Jan 16th
    Fri, Jan 16
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 16, 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)
  • Mysterious Tales of Old Minneapolis - Author Event
    Mysterious Tales of Old Minneapolis - Author Event
    Jan 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Join us to hear Author Larry Millett talk the mysteries and histories of the towns we call home!
  •  Science Sunday - Jan 2026
     Science Sunday - Jan 2026
    Sun, Jan 18
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 18, 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!
  • New Adult Book Club - Slashed Beauties
    New Adult Book Club - Slashed Beauties
    Sun, Jan 18
    Jan 18, 2026, 12:30 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    A Book Club for New Adults (18 to 34)
  • Yoga For The Mind - Golden Road - 1
    Yoga For The Mind - Golden Road - 1
    Sun, Jan 18
    Jan 18, 2026, 2:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    First session for The Golden Road by William Dalrymple.
  • Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Jan 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Wayzata, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Drop‑in practice time for coding, AI, and hands‑on making in a cozy science bookstore. Stay for one hour or 8 hours.
  • Coding Club - Jan 20 2026
    Coding Club - Jan 20 2026
    Tue, Jan 20
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 20, 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.
  • Storytime Social - Jan 21 2026
    Storytime Social - Jan 21 2026
    Wed, Jan 21
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    For Toddlers and their caregivers, a morning of socializing with storytime for the kids!
  • Readers and Writers Club
    Readers and Writers Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 21
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    An after-school Club for passionate readers who also love writing! Ages 8-12.
  • Healing Through Art - Jan 25th
    Healing Through Art - Jan 25th
    Sun, Jan 25
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Watercolor Art Class with Beth Gable. Limited to 10 attendees.
  • Nature Bookclub - Strata
    Nature Bookclub - Strata
    Sun, Jan 25
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 25, 2026, 4:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Nature Book Club meeting - "Strata" by Laura Poppick
  • Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Jan 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Wayzata, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Drop‑in practice time for coding, AI, and hands‑on making in a cozy science bookstore.
  • Coding Club - Jan 27 2026
    Coding Club - Jan 27 2026
    Tue, Jan 27
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 27, 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.
  • Storytime Social - Jan 28 2026
    Storytime Social - Jan 28 2026
    Wed, Jan 28
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    For Toddlers and their caregivers, a morning of socializing with storytime for the kids!
  • Readers and Writers Club
    Readers and Writers Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 28
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    An after-school Club for passionate readers who also love writing! Ages 8-12.
  • Read with Mata -  Jan 30th
    Read with Mata -  Jan 30th
    Fri, Jan 30
    The Thinking Spot
    Jan 30, 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)
  • Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
    Feb 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Wayzata, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Drop‑in practice time for coding, AI, and hands‑on making in a cozy science bookstore.
  • Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - Feb 2026
    Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - Feb 2026
    Wed, Feb 04
    Feb 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!

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