THURSDAY, OCT. 15
NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK
MEDICARE COUNSELING
When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Get free help answering Medicare questions with Minnesota Aging Pathways. Registration is required and can be done at metroaging.org/Medicare
VOTING AND ELECTION RESOURCES
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Staff from Hennepin County Elections will be on-site to answer questions about voter registration, absentee voting, polling locations and more at this drop-in event.
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.
FRIDAY, OCT. 16
NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK
MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information
BROOKLYN CENTER HALLOWEEN PARTY
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy., Brooklyn Center
Info: Tickets are required for those participating in trick-or-treat activities. $5 for residents. $7 for non-residents. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit facebook.com/events/1742000570442146.
SATURDAY, OCT. 17
INTRODUCTION TO HMONG REVERSE APPLIQUE
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Learn about Paj Ntaub (flower cloth) and create your own with guidance from a local artist. No experience necessary. Materials provided. Drop-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis
MONDAY, OCT. 19
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 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
When: 6 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Access agenda at brooklypark.org
TUESDAY, OCT. 20
OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
When: 6-7 p.m.
Where: Education Service Center, Board Room, 11200 93rd Ave. N., Maple Grove
Info: Access the agenda at osseoschools.org.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21
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.
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.
TEEN CRAFT AND LOUNGE
When: 4-5:30 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Kids in grades 6-12 can dive into arts and crafts, explore different games or just hang out at this drop-in event. Materials provided.
THURSDAY, OCT. 22
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.
FRIDAY, OCT. 23
MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information
SATURDAY, OCT. 24
INTRODUCTION TO HMONG REVERSE APPLIQUE
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Learn about Paj Ntaub (flower cloth) and create your own with guidance from a local artist. No experience necessary. Materials provided. Drop-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.
SPOOKTACULAR
When: 2-5 p.m.
Where: Zanewood Recreation Center, 7150 Zane Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info:A free event featuring sweet treats, inflatables and more for the Halloween season. Dress in a costume for a family-friendly trick-or-treat path. No registration required. No pets allowed.
SUNDAY, OCT. 25
PUZZLE SWAP
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Bringing puzzles is not required to participate, but those who do bring puzzles should ensure they are in good condition, aren’t missing any pieces and have at least 200 pieces total.
MONDAY, OCT. 26
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 MEETING
When: 6:30-8:30 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, OCT. 27
STEAM ACTIVITY
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in for science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. Materials provided.
STEAM ACTIVITY
When: 4:15-5:15 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.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28
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.
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.
THURSDAY, OCT. 29
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.
HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN NIGHT
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: BBPD North Precinct, 5400 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: The Brooklyn Park Police Department invites residents to stop by for trunk-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, candy refreshments and more at this free event. No registration required. Costumes are encouraged.