Central Park & Lookout Ridge050

Woodbury's Central Park, a multi-use indoor park along the lines of Edina's Edinborough Park, links a library and YMCA, forming a kind of "city center" for the suburban community. The park is meant to be reminiscent of the St. Croix River Valley, and boasts miniature cliffs, a 16-foot waterfall, and a small stream.

An on-site amphitheater hosts free family-friendly performances throughout the year. Cups n' Scoops, a cafe on the main level, sells coffee, smoothies, ice cream, sandwiches, and baked goods. Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30am-9pm; Fri 8:30am-6pm; Sat 9:30am-6pm; Sun 11am-6pm.

Lookout Ridge, an indoor playground and play space located on the lower level, features a cave, slides, forests, and a treehouse suitable for ages 12 and under - and free wi-fi for Mom and Dad! Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri 10am-5pm; Tue & Thu 10am-8pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm. Admission: Adults free; Children (1 and up) $5.50, with discounts some weekdays and evenings, and for residents with a punch card. See www.woodburylookoutridge.com for more information.

Parties: Lookout Ridge parties include playground admission, a reserved table for two hours, and a t-shirt for the birthday child ($8/child). Add a birthday cake with one candle (outside food and beverages are not permitted) and tableware for an additional $5-$7/child. Call 651.414.3455 to book; there is a seven-child minimum.