Brooklyn Park

SOLD OUT! Drive In Movie - Hocus Pocus
2020-10-30 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Update: This event is sold out!
Drive-in Movie – Hocus Pocus
Friday, October 30, 6:30-8 pm
CAC Parking Lot
Parking Starts at 5:30 pm, Movie Starts at 6:30 pm
Location Community Activity Center West Parking Lot
Screen Sponsored by Community Action
Movie Sponsored by Minnesota Operation Life Saver
Tickets: https://web2.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/mnbrooklynparkwt.wsc/search.html?module=PST&fmid=20767131

Join us for our spooky final Drive-in Movie of 2020! Twin Cities Road Crew will provide entertainment and goodie bags before the movie starts. You are encouraged to wear a costume and have a hair-raising good time!

Drive-in Movies are FREE!
Reservations are required; tickets must be requested for each person attending the movie before 3:30 pm on the day of the movie or until the max capacity of 250 tickets are issued
One ticket required for each person in the vehicle, not one ticket per vehicle
Stay Safe MN guidelines encourage no more than one household per vehicle, carpooling does not comply with social distancing
Must have a pre-reserved ticket and be in a vehicle, no walk-ups
We kindly ask that pets do not attend this event with you
Restrooms are available inside the Community Activity Center. Masks are required when entering the building.
In the case of inclement weather, drive-in movie, ticket holders will be notified of a cancelation through email

City Council Work Session
2020-11-09 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Typically, the City Council meets every first, second and fourth Monday of every month. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets the third Monday of every month.*
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
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*Changes were made to the regular schedule. Please see the event calendar for the most up-to-date meeting schedule.

Holiday – Offices Closed
2020-11-11, 2020-11-26, 2020-11-27, 2020-12-24, 2020-12-25
City offices will be closed for the holidays.
This includes City Hall, the Zanewood Recreation Center and the DMV office located in City Hall, which provides services for vehicle licensing and DNR licensing.
Enjoy the holiday!

Charter Commission Meeting
2020-11-11 19:00 - 22:00, 2020-12-09 19:00 - 22:00, 2021-01-13 19:00 - 22:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Charter Commission meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at City Hall (room A203).
Brooklyn Park is governed by the City Charter, which is the “constitution” of the city. This commission reviews the City Charter, proposes changes and makes recommendations to the City Council as needed. The Chief Judge of Hennepin County District Court makes appointments.
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Watershed Meeting
2020-11-12 12:45 - 13:45, 2020-12-10 12:45 - 13:45 | Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions meet every month.
Visit the commission’s website

CLIC Meeting
2020-11-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets the 2nd Thursday of each month.
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission (CLIC) researches long-term solutions and makes recommendations to the City Council to ensure that Brooklyn Park remains a thriving community inspiring pride where opportunities exist for all.
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Open Dome
2020-11-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2020-11-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Brooklyn Park Sports Dome, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Brooklyn Park Sports Dome will have weekly open dome times that allow users to gain access to the space for just $3.00 per session. An entry fee is required for all individuals who enter the dome.
Due to Covid-19 we can only allow 75 participants in the dome at once during public open dome time.
All public open time participants will be required to provide their contact information when paying for dome time. This information will be used in the event that contact tracing is necessary.
Please read the Brooklyn Park Sports Dome Covid-19 Guidelines before entering the facility.
Open Dome guidelines:

Baseball and softball grounders are allowed in single file lines only. There will be no pitching or hitting allowed
Lacrosse passing/stick handling is allowed. Lacrosse goals are not allowed on the field.
Batting cages may be rented during Open Dome times, but are not part of the $3.00 admission
No baseball, softball or lacrosse games are allowed.
Coaches may not conduct organized practices

City Council Meeting
2020-11-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-11-30 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-12-07 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-12-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-01-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-01-11 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2020-11-18 18:00 - 21:30, 2020-12-16 18:00 - 21:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Community Activity Center.
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission (RPAC) studies issues relative to public parks and recreation. The RPAC meets in different locations throughout the year. Check the monthly agenda.
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Learn more about the Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission

7th Annual Community Forum on Race
2020-11-18 18:30 | Zoom (Online)
Please join virtually (via zoom) with your family, neighbors, and friends in the Northwest suburbs for this racial healing circle. Pre registration is requested: Register Now
This year’s theme is: building community through racial healing. Special welcome from Michael Lehan, Assistant Superintendent of Equity & Achievement at Osseo Area Schools.

Human Rights Commission Meeting
2020-11-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2020-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Human Rights Commission meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at City Hall (room A203).
The Human Rights Commission seeks to ensure equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services and education. It assists the Minnesota Department of Human Rights in implementing state laws against discrimination and advises the City Council on long-range programs to ensure that human service needs are met.
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Turkey Bingo
2020-11-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Saturday, November 21, 2-3 pm
Do you love to play BINGO?! Join us at the community activity center for turkey bingo. Turkey inspired prizes will be given out. BINGO will be called over the loudspeakers of the Grand Room. Paper BINGO cards will be distributed during check in bring your own marker, dauber, or pen!
Max count: 20 families up to 6 people per household
Location: Community Activity Center Grand Rooms
Cost: $10
Register here!
All events will follow current Stay Safe MN and Minnesota Department of Health gathering guidance. Please respect social distancing of at least 6 feet between family groups. Within the phase 3 guidelines we can allow for 250 people to attend each event. Masks are required at all inside events and are strongly recommended for all outdoor events. Please take the at home Health Screening before attending any event and use restrooms at home.

Economic Development Authority Meeting
2020-11-23 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Economic Development Authority meets the third Monday of every month.
Economic Development Authority’s task is to create and keep jobs, grow the City’s tax base and lead development activities within the City.
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
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Learn more about the Economic Development Authority

Meet Santa at the CAC
2020-12-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Special Announcement!
Santa heard about the first annual Brooklyn Park December Lights Tour and his elves have scheduled a stop at the Community Activity Center! If you would like to see Santa, he will be handing out December Light Tour maps and candy canes at the main entrance to the Community Activity Center this Friday, December 11, 5-7 pm!
P.S. There will be a special mailbox to send letters back with Santa to the North Pole. If you would like a special note from Santa please include your full name & mailing address on your letter.
We are so excited that Santa is coming to town! To visit Santa from the safety of your car please enter the Community Activity Center (5600 85th Ave N) off of Edinbrook Terrace and exit on 85th Ave.
