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

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

Upcoming Events

Sat, May 09
Author Event - Rhonda Fleming Hayes - Garden For Life
The Thinking Spot
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May 09, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Perfect guide to help you evaluate, redesign, and right-size your garden space as you age.
Sun, May 17
Science Sunday - May 2026
The Thinking Spot
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May 17, 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, May 17
New Adult Book Club - Left Hand of Darkness
The Thinking Spot
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May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
A Book Club for New Adults (18 to 34)
Sun, May 17
Fiction Bookclub - Left hand of darkness
The Thinking Spot
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May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Book club meeting - Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula Le Guin
Tue, May 19
Author Event - Marlene Zuk - Outsider Animals
The Thinking Spot
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May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Come find out what raccoons, rats, and other animal intruders can teach us!
Fri, May 22
Read with Mata - May 22nd
The Thinking Spot
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May 22, 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)
Sun, May 31
Nature Bookclub - How to read Water
The Thinking Spot
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May 31, 2026, 4:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 Suite 4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Nature Book Club meeting - "How to read water" by Tristan Gooley.
Fri, Jun 05
Read with Mata - June 5th
The Thinking Spot
Details
Jun 05, 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, Jun 06
Author Event - Elizabeth Adams - In The Age of AI
The Thinking Spot
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Jun 06, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The Thinking Spot, 3311 County Rd 101 #4, Wayzata, MN 55391, USA
Explore the need to prioritize human purpose over rapid technological advancement - with Dr. Elizabeth Adams, a prominent expert in Responsible AI!
Fri, Jun 19
Read with Mata - June 19th
The Thinking Spot
Details
Jun 19, 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, Oct 24
MN STEM Book Festival - 2026
The Bakken Museum
Details
Oct 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Bakken Museum, 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA
2nd Annual STEM Book Festival!