The theme of this week’s Thursdays in Pella is Minds in Motion. Activities related to science, engineering, technology, and mathematics starts at 6:00 this evening in Central Park. A Lego building contest is accepting registrations from 5 to 6 p.m. ahead of a presentation on the Tulip Toren at 6:15. The Mad Scientists of Central College will have a demonstration that follows at 6:30 p.m. Various booths and displays will be held throughout the park relating to STEM fields, including the Bionic Dutch from Pella High School.

Prior to the City Band performance, a welcome home processional will be held for fallen soldier J.T. Atchison at 7:45 p.m.

The KNIA/KRLS Lil’ Big Red Radio broadcasts from every Thursdays in Pella.