THURSDAY, AUG. 6<\/p>\n
BROOKLYN CENTER FARMERS MARKET<\/p>\n
When: 1-6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n
Info: Stop by the parking lot across from Brooklyn United Methodist Church to support farmers and local businesses.<\/p>\n
SUMMER TWEEN TIME<\/p>\n
When: 2-3 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n
Info:Drop in for crafts, games and hanging with friends. The program is offered to grades 4-8 with younger siblings also welcome.<\/p>\n
FAMILY CONCERTS ON THE FARM \u2014 STICKS & TONES<\/p>\n
When: 6-7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n
Info: A free family concert featuring Sticks & Tones. Concert starts at 6 p.m., but attendees are invited to stop by the farm early to explore the grounds, visit with farm animals and more.<\/p>\n
SATURDAY, AUG. 8<\/p>\n
IGBOFEST<\/p>\n
When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n
Info: A free, family-friendly festival celebrating the West African Igbo culture with food, traditional dances, performances by masquerades, arts, crafts and more.<\/p>\n
SUMMER AT THE PLAZA<\/p>\n
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Northwind Plaza Parking Lot, 7944 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n
Info: A free, family-friendly event where residents can explore local art, businesses and resources.<\/p>\n
COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR<\/p>\n
When: Noon to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Brooklyn Center Community Schools, 6500 N. Humboldt Ave., Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n
Info: A family-friendly fair with free on-site wellness checks, education materials, resources and food trucks. All are welcome.<\/p>\n
MUSIC AT THE FARM<\/p>\n
When: 5-8 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n
Info: An evening of free live music and food available for purchase.<\/p>\n
MONDAY, AUG. 10<\/p>\n
JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP<\/p>\n
When: 1-3 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n
Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.<\/p>\n
BROOKLYN CENTER CITY COUNCIL MEETING<\/p>\n
When: 7 p.m., preceding study session at 6 p.m., work session following regular session<\/p>\n
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n
Info: Access agenda at brooklyncentermn.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n TUESDAY, AUG. 11<\/p>\n PRIMARY ELECTION DAY<\/p>\n SALSA DEL SOUL<\/p>\n When: 7-8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Centennial Park Amphitheater, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Visit the park for a performance by Salsa del Soul, a Twin Cities-based nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12<\/p>\n BROOKLYN PARK FARMERS MARKET<\/p>\n When: 1-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Stop by the NHCC West Broadway entrance to support farmers and local businesses. Learn more at www.brooklynpark.org\/farmersmarket<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, AUG. 13<\/p>\n WATERSHED MEETING<\/p>\n When: 12:45-1:45 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n 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<\/a><\/p>\n DROP-IN HIV TESTING<\/p>\n When: 3-5 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Meet with Red Door Clinic to take a free, private Rapid HIV test or to get help connecting to related resources. No registration required.<\/p>\n BROOKLYN CENTER FARMERS MARKET<\/p>\n When: 1-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Stop by the parking lot across from Brooklyn United Methodist Church to support farmers and local businesses.<\/p>\n SATURDAY, AUG. 15<\/p>\n GUS MACKER\u00a0BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT\u00a0\u2014 DAY 1<\/p>\n When: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info:\u00a0<\/p>\n macker.com\/local\/twin-cities-mn<\/a><\/p>\n SUNDAY, AUG. 16<\/p>\n GUS MACKER BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT \u2014 DAY 2<\/p>\n When: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: macker.com\/local\/twin-cities-mn<\/a><\/p>\n MONDAY, AUG. 17<\/p>\n JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP<\/p>\n When: 1-3 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.<\/p>\n BROOKLYN PARK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING<\/p>\n When: 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Access agenda at brooklypark.org<\/a><\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19<\/p>\n BROOKLYN PARK FARMERS MARKET<\/p>\n When: 1-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Stop by the NHCC West Broadway entrance to support farmers and local businesses. Learn more at www.brooklynpark.org\/farmersmarket<\/a>.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, AUG. 20<\/p>\n MEDICARE COUNSELING<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n