Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

Building community and empowering families of gifted & talented children from all backgrounds through five core values: Connections, Advocacy, Resources, Equity, and Support.

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Gifted & talented people are everywhere. Many parents observe markers of gifts and talents in their child before educators see their strengths.

Learn more about the traits of giftedness

Identifying Gifted

Highlighted Events

MCGT Annual Family Picnic

Saturday, August 1, 2026
10:30am – 1:30pm
St. Louis Park, MN

FREE and open to all

RSVPs requested to help us plan for food
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The annual picnic is a great way to make new friends among the Minnesota community of families of gifted children. MCGT will provide family activities. Amazing Scott the Balloon Artist will be there from 11:00am – 1:00pm, sponsored by MCGT’s CHOICES Chapter!

MCGT will provide hamburgers, hotdogs, and veggie options. Lunch will be served at 11:30am. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share, and beverages for your family (MCGT will have some water and lemonade).

All are welcome!

CHOICES/STAR 2026 Summer Park Days

STAR Academy families have planned a series of casual summer park meetups across the Twin Cities metro area — and MCGT families are warmly invited to join!

All hangouts start at 1:00 PM and typically last a couple of hours. Bring your own refreshments and activities and just show up — look for a group of friendly faces!

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Join MCGT’s Gifted Adult Community Group!

**FREE* and Open to All
BUT registration is required**

All are welcome!

*Participants will be responsible for the cost of their own food, drink, and activities at event venues.

Moonlit Minds: From Golden Hour to Full Moon

Friday, July 31, 2026
7:30pm CT
Eagan, MN

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Join fellow gifted adults for an evening of connection, conversation, and nature as we experience the transition from sunset to moonlight together. This will be a relaxed, conversational walk with plenty of opportunities to connect with other gifted adults. New members are warmly welcome.

We’ll gather before sunset for a relaxed walk around the lake during golden hour, enjoying the beauty of the changing sky and getting to know one another along the trail. After completing the first loop, participants can choose to head home or continue for a second relaxed loop as twilight deepens and the nearly full moon rises above the lake.

Whether you’re seeking meaningful conversation, time in nature, intellectual companionship, or simply a peaceful summer evening outdoors, this event offers space for all.

Chess & Cheers:
Where Good Games Meet Good Company

Monday, August 17, 2026
7:30 – 9:30pm CT
Minneapolis, MN

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Join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for an evening of chess, conversation, and – if you’d like – a drink at a local brewery. Whether you’re an experienced player, just learning the game, or simply looking to connect with other gifted adults in a relaxed setting, you’ll fit right in.

Never played before? No problem! Beginners are welcome, and we’re happy to teach you the basics. Enjoy casual games, engaging conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you have a chess set, feel free to bring it along, though we’ll have boards available.

Day Trip To New Ulm, Minnesota!

Saturday, Sept 19, 2026
11:00am – 3:00pm CT**

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**Carpool options available at 9:30am and return at 4:30pm.

Exploring Community Connection and some Minnesota History. We’ll visit Turner Halle/Rathskeller for lunch with a German flair, and the history of the Turners. Then head to Hermann the German/German Park to walk and explore outside. Finally, we’ll head to Schell’s Brewery walk and explore the grounds with QR self-guided tour.

Check out the full schedule!