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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

Sat, Nov 08
Power Up With Reading
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Nov 08, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
It's Children's Book Week. We are celebrating by hosting a Dog Man/Cat Kid themed Party!
Sun, Nov 09
Yoga For The Mind - Devil's Element - Part 2
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Nov 09, 2025, 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Second session for Devil's Element by Dan Egan.
Sun, Nov 09
Sea of Grass - Author Event
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Nov 09, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Join us to learn about the fascinating ecosystem that is the American Prairie!
Sun, Nov 09
Nature Bookclub - Sea of Grass
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Nov 09, 2025, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Nature Book Club meeting - "Sea of Grass" by Dave Hage and Josephine Marcotty
Fri, Nov 14
Read with Mata - Nov 14th
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Nov 14, 2025, 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, Nov 16
Science Sunday - Nov 2025
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Nov 16, 2025, 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, Nov 16
Women in Tech Book Club - Chief in Tech
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Nov 16, 2025, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
"Chief in Tech" - Book Club
Sat, Nov 22
Science Saturday - Nov 2025
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Nov 22, 2025, 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, Nov 23
New Adult Book Club - A Midwife's Tale
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Nov 23, 2025, 12:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
A Book Club for New Adults (18 to 34)
Sun, Nov 23
Fiction Bookclub - Covenant of Water
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Nov 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Book club meeting - Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Fri, Nov 28
The Thinking Spot 4th Anniversary
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Nov 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Anniversary Specials. All Day Activities. Freebies. Food. Fun. Join The Celebration!
Sat, Dec 06
Healing Through Art - Dec 6th
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Dec 06, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Watercolor Art Class with Beth Gable. Limited to 10 attendees.