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St. David's Center kicks off 50 years with fall art and nature festival

Fifty years ago, St. David's Center started as a small preschool in the basement of St. David's Church. Today, they have more than 20 different programs including respite care, therapies, autism support, and more. They serve more than 2,500 children and families not only with with their preschool but also with many other learning and support activities.

This Saturday, September 25, St. David's will celebrate this 50-year milestone by holding its Fall Festival: Celebrating 50 Years. The event will take place from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm at their Minnetonka site located at 3395 Plymouth Road. There will be many activities available for all kids from face painting to journal making, as well as performances including a raptor show and story time with Kathy-Jo Wargin, author of Moose on the Loose. There will be many live animals on hand to see or to visit and there will even be hay rides. St. David's Center will also be opening their new toddler playground which is the first in Minnesota to have both inclusive and natural play elements for children 16 months to 3 years at all stages of physical, cognitive, and social development.

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In addition, the Minnesota Vikings, who are also currently celebrating their 50th year, will have their cheerleaders and mascot, Viktor, at the celebration. John Randle, Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinee, will be signing autographs as well from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.

There will be fun for the whole family and for children of all abilities.

, Minneapolis Special Needs Kids Examiner

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