THURSDAY, SEPT. 3
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.
MOVIES ON THE BARN – ‘ZOOTOPIA 2’
When: 6-10 p.m.
Where: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: A free “Zootopia 2” (PG) movie showing also featuring open gate from 5-10 p.m. and a kids art activity. Limited amounts of picnic blankets supplied, attendees are invited to bring their own. The movie begins at dusk.
MONDAY, SEPT. 7
LABOR DAY
CITY OFFICES CLOSED
TUESDAY, SEPT. 8
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL – SELECT GRADE LEVELS
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
CANDIDATE FORUM — BROOKLYN CENTER MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Hear directly from candidates for Brooklyn Center City Council and mayor ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election. Hosted by the League of Women Voters. Email questions in advance to lwvbpomg@lwvmn.org or submit them at the forum. Livestream these forums at ccxmedia.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL – ALL GRADE LEVELS
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: 12-4 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 brooklynpark.org/farmersmarket.
COMPUTER AND TECH HELP
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop by to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, printers and more. Call 612-543-5600 to verify a volunteer is available.
ADULT TUTORING
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: A drop-in program for adults seeking one-on-one help with basic level reading, writing, English, math and science skills. No appointment needed.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10
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.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 12
ARTS IN AUTUMN
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Lions Park, 5501 Russell Ave. N., Brooklyn Center
Info: Celebrate the autumn season with a day of art, interactive activities, prizes and free family fun for all ages.
LATINOFEST
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: A free event featuring live music and salsa dancing from Salsa del Soul, cultural performances, art activities and community resources.
MONDAY, SEPT. 14
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.
ANOKA-HENNEPIN SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Sandburg Education Center, 1902 2nd Ave., Anoka
Info: Access the agenda at ahschools.us.
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, SEPT. 15
ELECTION INFO SESSION
When: 4-7 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in to learn more about voting and the upcoming midterm elections. Staff from Hennepin County Elections will be on-site to answer questions about voter registration, absentee voting, polling locations and more.
CANDIDATE FORUM — OSSEO SCHOOL BOARD
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N., Maple Grove
Info: Hear directly from candidates for the Osseo School Board ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election. Hosted by the League of Women Voters. Email questions in advance to lwvbpomg@lwvmn.org or submit them at the forum. Livestream these forums at ccxmedia.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: 12-4 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 brooklynpark.org/farmersmarket.
COMPUTER AND TECH HELP
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop by to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, printers and more. Call 612-543-5600 to verify a volunteer is available.
ADULT TUTORING
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: A drop-in program for adults seeking one-on-one help with basic level reading, writing, English, math and science skills. No appointment needed.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 17
MEDICARE COUNSELING
When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Get free help answering your Medicare questions with Minnesota Aging Pathways. Registration is required and can be done at trellisconnects.org/get-help/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.
BROOKLYN PARK CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SERIES
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: The third session of the Civic Engagement Education Series, focused on health and well-being. This event is free and open to all Brooklyn Park residents.