Brooklyn Park

Family Fun at the Farm: Mary Hall’s Show for Pipsqueeks
2023-08-03 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Sing and dance along to fun family music this summer in the farm-yard! *Enjoy a picnic dinner during the performance! Food Trucks will be onsite, see social media posts for truck information.

Dog Park Awareness
2023-08-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-31 09:00 - 11:00
May 25 & 27
Free
Please stop by one of our great dog parks and grab a doggie bag full of goodies provided by Stone Mountain Lodge.
Brookdale Dog Park
Tuesday, May 25, 9-11 am
Thursday, May 27, 4:30-6:30 pm
North Environmental Nature Area Dog Park
Tuesday, May 25, 4:30-6:30 pm
Thursday, May 27, 9-11 am

Stories from the Porch
2023-08-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Bring your chairs or picnic blankets, listen to children stories read aloud, then enjoy time playing on the grounds and visiting the farm animals! Reading of children’s stories start at 11 am each Tuesday followed by playtime in the farm-yard.
Reading of children’s stories start at 11 am. In case of inclement weather story time will be canceled. Enjoy a picnic lunch while the story is read!
Location: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park

Planning Commission Meeting
2023-08-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-08-23 19:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
The 2nd Wednesday meets in the Council Chambers.
The 4th Wednesday meets in City Hall room A203.
The Planning Commission holds public hearings on a wide variety of development issues, including zoning, platting, conditional use permits and variances. In addition, it develops long-range plans to guide the physical development of the community through a comprehensive planning process.

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Learn more about the Planning Commission

Charter Commission Meeting
2023-08-09 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
2023-08-10 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
2023-08-10 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Council Chambers.
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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CLIC Meeting
2023-08-10 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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Learn more about the Community Long-range Improvement Commission

IgboFest 2023
2023-08-12 11:00 - 17:00 | North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55445
Umunne Cultural Association in Minnesota cordially invites the general public to its 28th annual IgboFest Celebration – a cultural exhibition like no other!
Theme: Promoting cultural diversity in IgboFest celebration with a focus on understanding other cultures

Free Admission
Full Day of Family Fun
Cultural Performances
Food

Questions?
Email: igbofestmn@yahoo.com
Phone: 651-226-9595
Website: www.umunne.org

Brooklyn Center Community Health Fair
2023-08-12 12:00 - 16:00 | Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN
Vendor booths
Entertainment
Screenings
Activities for kids and families
Food vendors

For more details, visit brooklyncentermn.gov.

Pedal Jam
2023-08-12 14:00 - 16:00
Connect with neighbors during an afternoon of healthy fun!
Arrive as early 12 p.m. to visit the food trucks and get a free bike tune up at the Brooklyn Center Health Fair. Three stops along the way provide activities, music, giveaways and an e-bike grand prize!
After the ride, visit IgboFest, across the street at North Hennepin Community College, to enjoy ethnic food, music and performances until 6 pm.
Parking is available at the start and finish of the bike ride. The route is 6.5 miles long and takes approximately 1 hour to ride casually. Youth under 12 must ride with an adult. All riders must register. The first 300 registrations will receive a backpack!
A Special THANK YOU to the Brooklyn Park Library, Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center Staff, Police and Fire Departments.
Cost: Adults $10, Youth $5
Click here to pre-register for the event online.
Event schedule

12-4 p.m. – Community Health Fair at Centennial Park
12 p.m. – Day-of registration and rider number pickup
2 p.m. – Event start
4 p.m. – Giveaways at Plaza Park (you must be present to win!)

Lunch on the Lawn
2023-08-16 11:30 - 13:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Enjoy an afternoon in the shade on the front lawn of the Community Activity Center with a wonderful lunch and music from Manny Cortez! Box lunch includes a sandwich, fruit, chips, dessert, and beverage.
Choose sandwich at registration: turkey, ham, roast beef, egg salad, tuna salad.
Registration
Register by August 10. Online at www.brooklynpark.org/registration (activity #143003.41) or by phone at 763-493-8333.
Wednesday, August 16
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave N

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2023-08-16 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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Family Fun at the Farm: Sticks & Tones
2023-08-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States

West District Town Hall
2023-08-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Zanewood Recreation Center, 7150 Zane Ave N, Brooklyn Park, United States

Human Rights Commission Meeting
2023-08-17 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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East District Town Hall
2023-08-22 18:00 - 19:30 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Electric Mobility Ride and Drive Event
2023-08-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Join Minnesota Clean Cities and the City of Brooklyn Park for an electric mobility ride and drive event!
The event is open to the public and will be held at the Community Activity Center (5600 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443).
The Brooklyn Park Electric Mobility Ride and Drive event aims to provide an overview of and exposure to various electric mobility options, such as electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, electric bikes, and electric scooters.
Attendees will be able to test drive available vehicles and have conversations with local experts about electric mobility.
Tuesday, August 29
4:00-7:00 p.m.
Community Activity Center
5600 85th Avenue N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
This event is part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Communities Leap pilot program in Hennepin County.
Questions?
Lisa Thurstin
lisa.thurstin@lung.org
651-223-9568

Holiday – Offices Closed
2023-09-04
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!
