THURSDAY, JULY 2
SUMMER TWEEN TIME
When: 2-3 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Drop in for crafts, games and hanging with friends. The program is offered to grades 4-8 with younger siblings also welcome.
SATURDAY, JULY 4
INDEPENDENCE DAY — CITY OFFICES CLOSED
MONDAY, JULY 6
JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumé and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.
TUESDAY, JULY 7
STEM INSPIRATION STATIONS
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: For students entering grades 2-5. Experiment with a variety of simple activities introducing science concepts. Materials provided. Drop in or stay the entire time.
STEAM ACTIVITY
When: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Drop in for science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. Materials provided. Led by Brooklyn Park Library’s STEAM Squad.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
SUMMER STEM WITH TWIN CITIES PBS
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Twin Cities PBS is leading a free, family-friendly event with science and literacy-aligned activities, and also a meet-and-greet with a costumed character from the PBS KIDS programs Skillsville or Hero Elementary. For students entering pre-k through 3rd grade.
BROOKLYN PARK FARMERS MARKET
When: 1-6 p.m.
Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Stop by the NHCC West Broadway entrance to support farmers and local businesses. Learn more at www.brooklynpark.org/farmersmarket.
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: Noon 4 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: MNsure-certified navigators will offer free help to people seeking health coverage. No appointment is necessary.
THURSDAY, JULY 9
WATERSHED MEETING
When: 12:45-1:45 p.m.
Where: Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park
Info: The Shingle Creek and West Mississippi watershed management commissions meet every month. Learn more at the commission’s website, shinglecreek.org/west-mississippi-commissioners
BROOKLYN CENTER FARMERS MARKET
When: 1-6 p.m.
Where: 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center
Info: Stop by the parking lot across from Brooklyn United Methodist Church to support farmers and local businesses.
SUMMER TWEEN TIME
When: 2-3 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Drop in for crafts, games and hanging with friends. The program is offered to grades 4-8 with younger siblings also welcome.
FAMILY CONCERT ON THE FARM — TEDDY BEAR BAND
When: 6-7 p.m.
Where: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: A free family concert featuring the Teddy Bear Band. Music starts at 6 p.m., but residents are invited to stop by the farm early to explore the grounds, pet the goat, visit the chickens and more.
SATURDAY, JULY 11
SUMMER AT THE PLAZA
When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Northwind Plaza Parking Lot, 7944 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park
Info: A free, family-friendly event where residents can explore local art, businesses and resources.
MONDAY, JULY 13
JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumé and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.
BROOKLYN PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING
When: 6 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Access agenda at brooklypark.org
BROOKLYN CENTER CITY COUNCIL MEETING
When: 7 p.m., preceding study session at 6 p.m., work session following regular session
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Access agenda at brooklyncentermn.gov.
TUESDAY, JULY 14
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS CANDIDATE FORUM
When: 7 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Candidates for Minnesota Senate District 38, House District 38A and House District 38B will share their platforms and answer questions. Email lwvbpomg@lwvmn.org to learn more.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: MNsure-certified navigators will offer free help to people seeking health coverage. No appointment is necessary.
BROOKLYN PARK FARMERS MARKET
When: 1-6 p.m.
Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Stop by the NHCC West Broadway entrance to support farmers and local businesses. Learn more at www.brooklynpark.org/farmersmarket.
THURSDAY, JULY 16
MEDICARE COUNSELING
When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: At no cost, counselors from Minnesota Aging Pathways will provide information about Medicare and ways to potentially lower Medicare costs. Assistance available for those who currently have Medicare, are new to Medicare or are planning for the future. Interpreters available upon request. Registration, which closes four days before the event, is required and can be done at metroaging.org/Medicare.
BROOKLYN CENTER FARMERS MARKET
When: 1-6 p.m.
Where: 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center
Info: Stop by the parking lot across from Brooklyn United Methodist Church to support farmers and local businesses.
SUMMER TWEEN TIME
When: 2-3 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info:Drop in for crafts, games and hanging with friends. The program is offered to grades 4-8 with younger siblings also welcome.