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5 Years, 500 Books

In honor of The Thinking Spot's 5 years in business, we are kicking off a campaign to collect 500 kids science books for donation to various non-profits around town!

$1,168.72 raised

Fundraising goal: $6,000

24 donations

79 days left!

19%

Amount

Paperback reader

$10

Paperback Picture Book

$15

Hardcover Picture Book

$20

Other

0/100

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Sunday    10:00a - 4:00p
Monday Closed

3311 COUNTY ROAD 101 
SUITE 4
WAYZATA MN 55391
952-217-5682

What is The Thinking Spot?

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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.

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books * science * learning

Upcoming Events

  • Cargo Bikes for Everyday Life
    Cargo Bikes for Everyday Life
    Sun, Sep 13
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Discover how bicycles—especially cargo bikes—can make everyday trips easier, healthier, and more fun!
  • Kids Reading & Activity Club - Sep 16th - Birds
    Kids Reading & Activity Club - Sep 16th - Birds
    Wed, Sep 16
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Kids Reading & Activity Club for all ages!
  • Read with Mata - Sep 18th 2026
    Read with Mata - Sep 18th 2026
    Fri, Sep 18
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 18, 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)
  • Science Sunday - Sep 2026
    Science Sunday - Sep 2026
    Sun, Sep 20
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 20, 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!
  • Correspondent Club - Sep 26 2026
    Correspondent Club - Sep 26 2026
    Sat, Sep 26
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Inspired by "The Correspondent"? Now you can be a Correspondent too!
  • New Adult Book Club - Nettle & Bone
    New Adult Book Club - Nettle & Bone
    Sun, Sep 27
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 27, 2026, 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)
  • Nature Bookclub - Forest Euphoria
    Nature Bookclub - Forest Euphoria
    Sun, Sep 27
    The Thinking Spot
    Sep 27, 2026, 4:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Nature Book Club meeting - "Forest Euphoria"
  • Author Event - Naomi Kritzer - Obstetrix
    Author Event - Naomi Kritzer - Obstetrix
    Thu, Oct 01
    The Thinking Spot
    Oct 01, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Hugo award-winning author Naomi Kritzer presents her new book Obstetrix!
  • What's Next Book Club - Enshittification
    What's Next Book Club - Enshittification
    Wed, Oct 07
    The Thinking Spot
    Oct 07, 2026, 5:00 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.
  • Read with Mata - Oct 9th 2026
    Read with Mata - Oct 9th 2026
    Fri, Oct 09
    The Thinking Spot
    Oct 09, 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)
  • Kids Reading & Activity Club - Oct 21st - Spooky
    Kids Reading & Activity Club - Oct 21st - Spooky
    Wed, Oct 21
    The Thinking Spot
    Oct 21, 2026, 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Kids Reading & Activity Club for all ages!
  • MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
    MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
    Sat, Oct 24
    The Bakken Museum
    Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    The Bakken Museum, 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA
    2nd Annual STEM Book Festival!
  • Read with Mata - Oct 30th 2026 - Halloween Special
    Read with Mata - Oct 30th 2026 - Halloween Special
    Fri, Oct 30
    The Thinking Spot
    Oct 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)
  • Nature Bookclub - Outsider Animals
    Nature Bookclub - Outsider Animals
    Sun, Nov 08
    The Thinking Spot
    Nov 08, 2026, 4:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Nature Book Club meeting - "Outsider Animals" by MN Author Marlene Zuk.
  • Kids Reading & Activity Club - Nov 18th - Travel
    Kids Reading & Activity Club - Nov 18th - Travel
    Wed, Nov 18
    The Thinking Spot
    Nov 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Kids Reading & Activity Club for all ages!
  • Kids Reading & Activity Club - Dec 16th - Cozy
    Kids Reading & Activity Club - Dec 16th - Cozy
    Wed, Dec 16
    The Thinking Spot
    Dec 16, 2026, 5:00 PM
    The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
    Kids Reading & Activity Club for all ages!

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