THURSDAY, OCT. 8<\/p>\n
LIVING WELL RESOURCE FAIR<\/p>\n
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.<\/p>\n
Where: Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n
Info: A free open house featuring resources to support quality of life at all ages, stages, and abilities.<\/p>\n
WATERSHED MEETING<\/p>\n
When: 12:45 to 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 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 TWEEN TIME<\/p>\n When: 5-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.<\/p>\n CIVIC ENGAGEMENT EDUCATION SERIES<\/p>\n When: 5-8 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Helling Hall, North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: The fourth session of the Civic Engagement Education Series: Financial Literacy & Community Empowerment. A free event open to all Brooklyn Park residents and community members.<\/p>\n FRIDAY, OCT. 9<\/p>\n MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information<\/p>\n HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION<\/p>\n When: TBD<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Center Elementary School, 1500 9th Ave. N., Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Details and time to be posted at bccs286.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n HOWL-O-WEEN<\/p>\n When: 5-7 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park, 10126 W River Road, Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Celebrate the season with your pup at the new Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park. Live music by Jake Stow during the event.<\/p>\n SATURDAY, OCT. 10<\/p>\n SPECIAL MATERIALS DROP-OFF DAY<\/p>\n When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Operations and Maintenance Building, 8300 Noble Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Area residents can bring in certain recyclable items that are not accepted in recycling bins. This event is open to residents of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Crystal and New Hope.<\/p>\n INTRODUCTION TO HMONG REVERSE APPLIQUE<\/p>\n When: 1-2:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n 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<\/p>\n FALL ON THE FARM<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Stop by for fresh cider from the cider press, go on a hayride, enjoy caramel apple slices and more. There will be a free concert from 12-2 p.m. featuring the Double Down Daredevils.<\/p>\n MONDAY, OCT. 12<\/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 ANOKA-HENNEPIN SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION<\/p>\n When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Sandburg Education Center, 1902 2nd Ave., Anoka<\/p>\n Info: Access the agenda at ahschools.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n BROOKLYN PARK CITY COUNCIL 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 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, OCT. 13<\/p>\n STEAM ACTIVITY<\/p>\n When: 4:15-5:15 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Drop in for science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. Materials provided.<\/p>\n WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14<\/p>\n MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT<\/p>\n When: Noon to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: MNsure-certified navigators will offer free help to people seeking health coverage. No appointment is necessary.<\/p>\n COMPUTER AND TECH HELP<\/p>\n When: 4-5 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n Info: Drop by to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, printers and more. Call 612-543-5600 to verify a volunteer is available.<\/p>\n THURSDAY, OCT. 15<\/p>\n NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK<\/p>\n TWEEN TIME<\/p>\n When: 5-6 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.<\/p>\n FRIDAY, OCT. 16<\/p>\n NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK<\/p>\n MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS<\/p>\n When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park<\/p>\n Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information<\/p>\n BROOKLYN CENTER HALLOWEEN PARTY<\/p>\n When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy., Brooklyn Center<\/p>\n 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n MONDAY, OCT. 19<\/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 TUESDAY, OCT. 20<\/p>\n OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING<\/p>\n When: 6-7 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Education Service Center, Board Room, 11200 93rd Ave. N., Maple Grove<\/p>\n