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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin Terry Swanson\, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877\, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics\, for 11 minutes each\, all right here on the farm where she grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps.\n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-4/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20220625T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165808Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin Terry Swanson\, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877\, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics\, for 11 minutes each\, all right here on the farm where she grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps.\n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-3/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20220625T165704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165704Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed. \nJoin Terry Swanson\, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, as she introduces Lillie Gibbs at age 11 in 1877\, through special tours right here on the farm where she grew up. You’re going to love getting to know Lillie! \nPeggy Stern\, artist and illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed joins in on the search for Lillie through craft activities inspired by illustrations in the book. \nSnacks\, drawing for a free book\, and author/illustrator book signing are included. \n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program-2/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20220625T165558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165558Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: In Search of Lillie Belle Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release\, Grasshoppers in My Bed.\n\nJoin Terry Swanson\, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877\, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics\, for 11 minutes each\, all right here on the farm where she grew up. You’ll love getting to know Lillie! Sessions are scheduled every 15 minutes beginning at 12:15.  Join in for a session or two\, or as many as you like!\n\nPeggy Stern\, artist and illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, will conduct an ongoing journal activity in three steps. As you take an adventure into Lillie’s world\, construct a simple paper journal booklet\, go on a hunt across the Gibbs Farm site in search of objects you will draw to fill the pages\, and try your hand at writing with pen and ink like Lillie did. A book signing is scheduled at 2:45\, but Terry and Peggy are happy to sign your copy anytime during the program. \n\nTo order or get more information Grasshoppers in My Bed\, see the book page and order form.\n\nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \n\n\nNote: These are the only programs/tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-program/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Publishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20220607T160339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T160339Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at Gibbs Farm: Grasshoppers in My Bed Tours
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Gibbs Farm with the author & illustrator \n\n\nGibbs Farm will start their summer Friday public hours with a special event!  On Friday\, June 17\, join a special tour\, threaded with details about Lillie Belle Gibbs led by the creators of Grasshoppers in My Bed (RCHS’s newest publication). \nStoryteller’s tour:  Author Terry Swanson will share selections from the book\, moving from schoolhouse to farmhouse porch\, parlor\, and summer kitchen\, where the scenes take place. See period décor and artifacts at each location and learn about Terry’s research-based creative process.  Tours start at 12:15\, 1:15\, and 2:15.  Each lasts 45 minutes\, including Q&A. \n​Artist’s activity: Join Peggy Stern\, illustrator of Grasshoppers in My Bed\, for a 3-step journal making adventure\, based on illustrations from the book: Step 1 “Search & Draw” – a “treasure hunt” of the site\, Step 2 “Fold  & Create” – make an 8-page booklet to illustrate\, Step 3 “Dip & Write” – use a dip pen like Lillie Belle used to do. This activity is on-going throughout the day and can done at own pace.  Steps can be done individually or in order. Please allow about an hour for all 3 steps. \nThe site is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.  Allow time to enjoy the outdoor setting and visit the gift shop! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch.  \nNote: These are the only tours scheduled for this day.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/fridays-at-gibbs-farm-grasshoppers-in-my-bed-tours/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Gibbs Events,Hands-On/Craft Event,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20220502T200807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T200807Z
UID:10008858-1653732000-1653753600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:2022 Gibbs Farm Opening Day & Book Launch!
DESCRIPTION:Come visit us on our opening day and learn all about RCHS’s new publication Grasshoppers in My Bed: Lillie Belle Gibbs\, Minnesota Farm Girl\, 1877! \nGrasshoppers in my Bed author Terry Swanson and illustrator Peggy Stern will be on site at Gibbs Farm Opening Day with author talks\, activities\, and book signings scheduled in the Red Barn at 10:30 am\, 12:30\, and 2:30 pm. Also that day\, guests at Gibbs may take farmhouse and Dakota lifeways tours\, see farm animals\, and participate in a chore obstacle course and other farm demonstrations. \nAdmission is $8 adults\, $7 seniors\, $5 children over four. RCHS members are free. Pre-registration is recommended (but not required). Click here to register. \nThe new book Grasshoppers in My Bed: Lillie Belle Gibbs\, Minnesota Farm Girl\, 1877 by author Terry Swanson and illustrator Peggy Swanson is a work of historical fiction created to capture a year in the life of Jane and Heman Gibbs’ youngest daughter Lillie Belle Gibbs. The idea for the book sprouted during the first Gibbs Girl Day Camp years ago when a curious participant wondered aloud: “What was it really like to live on this farm back then?” \nBooks will be for sale at the author talk and in the Gibbs Farm giftshop for a reduced price of $16 for this event only. Regular cost is $20 and $18 for RCHS members.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/2022-gibbs-farm-opening-day/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Gibbs Events,Publishing,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20211001T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T185816Z
UID:10008833-1635588000-1635602400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail 2021
DESCRIPTION:Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail \nSaturday\, October 30\, 2021 \n10:00-2:00 (last entry is at 2pm) \nGrab your costume and venture down the Gibbs Farm trick-or-treat trail on Saturday\, October 30th!  Candy\, games\, and family fun!  Try your hand at pumpkin toss or pin a smile on the jack-o-lantern! Guests will be introduced to the Gibbs Farm animals and trick-or-treat at the doors of the historic farmhouse. \nThe start of the trail is timed\, approximately 40 minutes long\, and ends at the exit of the site.  Prior registration is required.  Masks will be required for all visitors three and older. \n $8 for trick-or-treaters 3 and older\, $5 for non-trick-or-treaters (adults)\, free for children 2 and under. Members receive free admission.  \nPlease arrive within your 15 minute arrival time frame. Please expect to wait up to 5 minutes before entering the trail.  \nCancellation Policy: \n-Registration cancellations must be made one week in advance in order to be eligible for a refund.\n-If Gibbs Farm cancels the event due to Covid-19 related business closures\, all registrants will be contacted and receive refunds.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/gibbs-farm-trick-or-treat-trail-2021/
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Children's Events,Family Events,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210827T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210302T161255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T161255Z
UID:10008799-1630056600-1630063800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Farmhouse Adventure
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-farmhouse-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210302T161207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T161207Z
UID:10008798-1629883800-1629891000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Plants - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-plants/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210301T174810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T174810Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Farm - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:August 24th – 26th ; 9am-1pm\nFor Campers 6-10\nTravel back in time to the mid-1800s and live like an early Minnesota farm kid! \nGo to school in a one-room schoolhouse\, help with the weekly wash\, run an errand to the local general store\, make butter\, and more!   Every morning starts with feeding the Gibbs Farm animals. \nFarm kids had a lot of responsibility\, but they also knew how to have fun!  Campers play marbles\, horseshoes\, learn about making (and taste) ice cream. \nCampers will return to the 21st century with a new understanding of 19th century school\, work\, and play! \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/kids-on-the-farm-3/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210302T161027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T161027Z
UID:10008797-1629451800-1629459000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Goats - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-goats/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210302T160852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160852Z
UID:10008796-1629279000-1629286200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: ABCs on the Farm - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-abcs-on-the-farm/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103954
CREATED:20210301T173942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T173942Z
UID:10008778-1629190800-1629378000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Life of a Gibbs Girl Camp - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:August 17th–19th; 9am-1pm \nFor Campers 6-10\nWhat would it be like to be a girl in 19th century Minnesota?  Experience the differences and similarities between life today and life as a Pioneer\, Dakota\, and Victorian girl! \nCostumed staff lead campers through the historic Gibbs farmhouse\, explore the restored prairie\, and host a Victorian tea party!  Each day includes history inspired crafts\, activities outside\, and time with friends. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/life-of-a-gibbs-girl-camp-9/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210813T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160743Z
UID:10008795-1628847000-1628854200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Bugs - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-bugs/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160616Z
UID:10008794-1628674200-1628681400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Dakota & Pioneer Gardens - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-dakota-pioneer-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T174201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T174201Z
UID:10008780-1628586000-1628773200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Dakota Camp - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:August 10th – 12th ; 9am-1pm\nFor Campers 6-10\nLearn about Minnesota’s first people\, the Dakota\, past & present\, in this unique camp!  Developed with Dakota partners\, including instructors from University of Minnesota’s Dakota Language Program\, this camp allows kids to explore 1830s seasonal life through the lens of Cloud Man’s village\, where a young Jane Gibbs spent many of her childhood years. \nCampers are introduced to the Dakota language and play games to learn names of colors and animals! Activities include practicing with bows & arrows\, learning about the engineering involved with constructing a tipi\, visiting a replica bark lodge\, hearing stories\, and sampling Dakota inspired food on the last day! \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/dakota-camp-2/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160509Z
UID:10008793-1628242200-1628249400@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Butterflies - Sold out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-butterflies/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160402Z
UID:10008792-1628069400-1628076600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Bees - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-bees/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T173625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T173625Z
UID:10008776-1627981200-1628175600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Minnesota Time Travel Camp - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:2021 Exclusive!\nTuesday – Thursday\, August 3rd– 5th  \n9:00 am – 3:00 pm; Campers bring a lunch each day. \n$165 \nHold on to your hat! We are going time traveling to three different eras of Minnesota history. \nDay one will highlight the past & present of Minnesota’s first people\, the Dakota. Campers will learn about the traditional seasonal life of Cloud Man’s village\, explore the restored prairie\, and be introduced to the Dakota language. On day two\, campers will get an in depth look at early farm life in Minnesota while learning about the original farmhouse\, farm animals\, and partaking in a competitive butter churning contest. Finally\, day three will venture into the Victorian era with explorations into the rise in popularity of natural history\, inventions\, strict manners\, cross stitching\, and end with a ‘garden party’ complete with croquet and tea.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/minnesota-time-travel-camp/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160234Z
UID:10008791-1627637400-1627644600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Tipi Life & Buffalo Nation - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-tipi-life-buffalo-nation/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160140Z
UID:10008790-1627464600-1627471800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: All About Sheep
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-all-about-sheep/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T174702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T174702Z
UID:10008782-1627376400-1627563600@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Kids on the Farm - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:July 27th – 29th; 9am-1pm\nFor Campers 6-10\nTravel back in time to the mid-1800s and live like an early Minnesota farm kid! \nGo to school in a one-room schoolhouse\, help with the weekly wash\, run an errand to the local general store\, make butter\, and more!   Every morning starts with feeding the Gibbs Farm animals. \nFarm kids had a lot of responsibility\, but they also knew how to have fun!  Campers play marbles\, horseshoes\, learn about making (and taste) ice cream. \nCampers will return to the 21st century with a new understanding of 19th century school\, work\, and play! \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/kids-on-the-farm-2/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T160001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160001Z
UID:10008789-1627032600-1627039800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Pioneer Chores - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-pioneer-chores/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T155831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T155831Z
UID:10008788-1626859800-1626867000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: What's Alive on the Prairie? - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-whats-alive-on-the-prairie-sold-out/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T173830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T173830Z
UID:10008777-1626771600-1626958800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Life of a Gibbs Girl Camp - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:July 20th – 22nd; 9am-1pm\nFor Campers 6-10\nWhat would it be like to be a girl in 19th century Minnesota?  Experience the differences and similarities between life today and life as a Pioneer\, Dakota\, and Victorian girl! \nCostumed staff lead campers through the historic Gibbs farmhouse\, explore the restored prairie\, and host a Victorian tea party!  Each day includes history inspired crafts\, activities outside\, and time with friends. \n 
URL:https://rchs.com/event/life-of-a-gibbs-girl-camp-8/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210716T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T155731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T155731Z
UID:10008787-1626427800-1626435000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: One-room Schoolhouse - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-one-room-schoolhouse/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210302T155616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T155616Z
UID:10008786-1626255000-1626262200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Ducks\, Geese\, and Chickens...Oh My! - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-ducks-geese-and-chickens-oh-my-sold-out/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T174054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T174054Z
UID:10008779-1626166800-1626354000@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Dakota Camp - Sold out
DESCRIPTION:July 13th – 15th; 9am-1pm \nFor Campers 6-10\nLearn about Minnesota’s first people\, the Dakota\, past & present\, in this unique camp!  Developed with Dakota partners\, including instructors from University of Minnesota’s Dakota Language Program\, this camp allows kids to explore 1830s seasonal life through the lens of Cloud Man’s village\, where a young Jane Gibbs spent many of her childhood years. \nCampers are introduced to the Dakota language and play games to learn names of colors and animals! Activities include practicing with bows & arrows\, learning about the engineering involved with constructing a tipi\, visiting a replica bark lodge\, hearing stories\, and sampling Dakota inspired food on the last day! \nRegister for Dakota Camp!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/dakota-camp/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210607T191449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T191449Z
UID:10008820-1625913000-1625923800@rchs.com
SUMMARY:Begin with a Bee Book Event + Kid's Nature Investigation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Local Author Phyllis Root will be visiting Gibbs Farm with her new book Begin with a Bee all about the fascinating Rusty Patched Bumblebee!\nThis event is FREE and open to the public\, but space is limited\, so make sure to pre-register HERE or by calling the Gibbs Farm office at 651-646-8629. By pre-registering for the book event\, you also get free admission to the Gibbs Farm site. \nPhyllis Root will read from the book and share her writing and research process. This gorgeous and educational picture book is great for all ages and while everyone is welcome on the nature investigation tour it will be geared for kids 4-8. Younger children may need some help participating from their grown-up! \nAfter the reading\, meet the author\, ask a question\, and buy a copy of Begin with a Bee or Plant a Pocket of Prairie. \nPlus: \n\nJoin a kid focused 20-minute nature investigation tour offered at 11:45 and 12:15.\nChat with Master Naturalists (and Gibbs Farm Volunteers) Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan about all things prairie related.\nGrab self-guided tour information and explore the prairie and gardens with your group.\nCheck out the historic Gibbs Farmhouse on a guided history tour. (offered at 12:00\, 1:00 or 2:00)\nVisit the farm animals!\nBring a snack or a picnic to enjoy.\n\nGibbs Farm is an 8-acre site that includes a restored prairie\, gardens historic and replica buildings. This event will take place outside and will be set up to allow social distancing between groups. Masks need to be worn at all times while inside and when on a tour. \nProgram will start at 11:00\, check in begins at 10:30. \nPart of the History Revealed series of programs.
URL:https://rchs.com/event/begin-with-a-bee-book-event-kids-nature-investigation-tour/
LOCATION:Gibbs Volunteer Interest Form
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Book Event,Children's Events,Community Events,Gibbs Events,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103955
CREATED:20210301T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T180344Z
UID:10008785-1625823000-1625830200@rchs.com
SUMMARY:PeeWees: Birds in our Backyard - Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:PeeWees Camp\nPrice Per Session: $22 \nFor Campers 4-5 \nThese mini camps are a perfect introduction for 4 & 5 year-olds who are ready for some independent fun!  Costumed staff lead campers through adventures in topics relating to nature\, pioneer\, and Dakota life in the 1800s. \nEach camp session includes a make and take activity\, story time\, a snack\, and spending time outside!  Peewees play games\, color\, sing songs\, and visit our farm animals. \nNew 2021 Topics!  We are excited to introduce new Pioneer Peewees topics this summer in addition to returning favorites like “All About Bees” and “Pioneer Chores”! \n2021 PeeWees Camp Session Descriptions \nRegister for PeeWees!
URL:https://rchs.com/event/peewees-birds-in-our-backyard/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events,Day Camp,Gibbs Events
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