Upcoming Events

MRPA hosts a variety of education opportunities throughout the year. Workshop information will be added to this page throughout the year.



Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop

February 5, 2026
10 a.m. - Noon
Virtual

Participants will learn comprehensive approach to understanding the dynamics that cause and maintain poverty, from the individual to the systemic level. This training will provide concrete tools and strategies for a community to prevent, reduce, and alleviate poverty. It also will assist community organizations, social service agencies, employers, and individuals in gaining insight and strategies to ultimately create stability for all. 

Registration Fee: $59 - includes the e-book

Click here to view and download workshop the flyer.

Click here to register online 



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Race and Equity Workshops with Presenter Rachel Thiemann

February 17, March 31 and May 12
9-11 a.m.

More information added soon!



WILS Annual Luncheon

Tuesday, February 24
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Westwood Hills Nature Center
St. Louis Park, MN

Click here for further information



Certified Safety Playground Inspector Exam 
March 25 - 27, 2026
Rosemount Community Center
13885 Roberts Trail South

Rosemount, MN 55068

*Minimum of 25 registrants needed, and maximum of 60

Click here for more details and the registration form

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Certified Safety Playground Inspector Exam  
April 29 - May 1, 2026

SBM Fire station #3
11920 Ulysses Street NE
Blaine, MN 55434

*Minimum of 25 registrants needed, and maximum of 40

Click here for more details and the registration form

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MRPA Annual Conference 2026

October 20 - 23, 2026

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
Duluth, MN 

*Education Session Proposals - Open by February 1, 2026.  Please check back to submit your educational session. Thank you!



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MRPA Annual Conference 2027
November 2027

RiverCentre
Saint Paul, MN 


Minnesota Recreation & Park Association (MRPA)
200 Charles Street NE
Fridley, MN 55432

(763) 571-1305

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