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, Jan 16
Read with Mata - Jan 16th
The Thinking Spot
Details
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)
Sat, Jan 17
Mysterious Tales of Old Minneapolis - Author Event
The Thinking Spot
Details
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!
Sun, Jan 18
Science Sunday - Jan 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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!
Sun, Jan 18
New Adult Book Club - Slashed Beauties
The Thinking Spot
Details
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)
Sun, Jan 18
Yoga For The Mind - Golden Road - 1
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jan 19
Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
Wayzata
Details
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.
Tue, Jan 20
Coding Club - Jan 20 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Wed, Jan 21
Storytime Social - Jan 21 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 21
Readers and Writers Club
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Sun, Jan 25
Healing Through Art - Jan 25th
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Sun, Jan 25
Nature Bookclub - Strata
The Thinking Spot
Details
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
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jan 26
Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
Wayzata
Details
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.
Tue, Jan 27
Coding Club - Jan 27 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Wed, Jan 28
Storytime Social - Jan 28 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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!
Multiple Dates
Wed, Jan 28
Readers and Writers Club
The Thinking Spot
Details
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.
Fri, Jan 30
Read with Mata - Jan 30th
The Thinking Spot
Details
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)
Multiple Dates
Mon, Feb 02
Dojo Mondays at The Thinking Spot – Practice Lab for Coding & Making
Wayzata
Details
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.
Wed, Feb 04
Toddler Tales - Dance with Me - Feb 2026
The Thinking Spot
Details
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!