![Koo Koo Kanga Roo perform as kids dance and sing along.] BRIDGET BENNETT SPECIAL TO THE STAR TRIBUNE • bridget.bennett@startibune.com 89.3 the Current's annual event Rock the Cradle at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts on Sunday, April 12, 2015. The event had storytelling by the radio's djs, arts and craft activities, and live performances form kids-music performers like Koo Koo Kanga Roo and the Okee Dokees.](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/CGUSEIEQNQTMNDDN6KEA5LDEEQ.jpg?&w=1080)
Rock the Cradle
Children are invited to party like rock stars at this annual event. The Current DJs will spin kid-friendly tunes as well as read some of their favorite books. The Bunny Clogs, Duke Otherwise and others perform live. Take a break from dancing to participate in a variety of art and theater activities. (11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Free. Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Av. S., Mpls. 612-870-3000. artsmia.org)
Time capsule at Ramsey House
Election season is in full swing and what better place to learn about historical political figures than the Alexander Ramsey House? Explore the former home of Minnesota's first territorial governor and hear about President Rutherford B. Hayes' visit to the house. Use a timeline map to explore the mansion and find "time capsule" tokens along the way. (Noon-2 p.m. Sat. $7-$10. Alexander Ramsey House, 265 S. Exchange St., St. Paul. 651-259-3000. mnhs.org.)
MELISSA WALKER
