|
| Community Updates |
June 14, 2023 |
City Updates
Juneteenth
The City of Brooklyn Center will be celebrating Juneteenth through two events:
Juneteenth Golf Tournament Friday, June 16 at Centerbrook Golf Course. Registration Form
Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 17 from 11am - 7pm at Centennial Park. Join us for a family friendly day filled with entertainment, food, vendors, art activities, lawn games, teen activities, and more!
|
Brooklyn Center Community Health Fair
Join us for the 2023 Brooklyn Center Community Health Fair Saturday, August 12 from 12-4 pm at Centennial Park in Brooklyn Center.
- Free on-site services provided by vendors
- Activities for kids and families
- Entertainment
- Food vendors
If you are interested in participating as a sponsor/vendor for the Health Fair, please review and email completed Sponsorship Letter to healthfair@ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us no later than noon Friday, July 21, 2023.
|
Brooklyn Center Strategic Plan
Brooklyn Center is launching a strategic planning process and needs community input to ensure we develop a plan that represents the priorities of community residents and businesses. Please take a few minutes to respond to the following questions. You can skip any question if you do not have a suggestion. It was several years ago that we did our last strategic plan and we have had changes in leadership and in the City's relationship with our residents. Please help us update the plan so we can all be on the same page regarding our priorities and reflect the City as we are now in 2023.
Auction for Surplus Equipment
City of Brooklyn Center Public Works is trying out a new auction service for selling surplus equipment. We have a number of used items up for auction, including old Fire Engine 3. The following link will bring you to the City’s page where the items are offered.
Community Updates
Lao Center of Minnesota
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming training session on Opioid Basics. This training is designed for staff at community-based agencies, stakeholders, partners, and others who are interested in learning more about the opioid epidemic and how to respond to it.
The opioid epidemic has become a major public health concern, and it is important that we all work together to address it. This training will provide an overview of opioids, including their effects on the body, signs of opioid use, and strategies for preventing and responding to opioid overdoses.
Dates: June 16 and June 23
Time: 11:30-1:00PM (lunch provided)
Location: virtual or in-person at 1501 4th Avenue N, Minneapolis MN 55405
The training will be led by Dr. Serena King, who has extensive experience in substance abuse prevention and treatment. By the end of the training, you will have a better understanding of the opioid epidemic and the role that you can play in addressing it.
Please RSVP by Thursday the week of training to confirm your attendance. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 612-450-4645 or bangone@laocenter.org.
NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center
We are excited to bring back Free Fresh Food Fridays for 2023! Tons of fresh fruits, vegetables, and community resources will be set up on each date, all summer long – rain or shine! Everyone in the community is welcome at this event.
Remaining Dates: 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month
- June 23
- July 14 & 28
- August 11 & 25
- September 8 & 22
Time: 9:30am until supplies run out
Location: Parking lot at Plymouth Ave N & Oliver Ave N
Event information and flyers
Volunteer questions and application
Community tabling questions and reservations
COPAL
COPAL presenta Salud En Tu Comunidad el 26 de junio desde 9am-1pm en el Consulado del Ecuador (2310 NE Central Avenue, Minneapolis).
- Chequeos de presión arterial y glucosa en sangre
- Información sobre clínicas
- Vacunas contra COVID-19 y pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19para llevar a casa
- Incentivo $50 para cada dosis de vacuna contra COVID-19
Haz click abajo para más información.
Growing Resilient Communities Gathering of Collaboratives and Tribal Nations: Honoring and Hearing Youth Voices
The 6th annual Growing Resilient Communities Gathering of Collaboratives and Tribal Nations will be held in 2 weeks, on Tuesday, June 27 from 9am-3:30pm
This free, virtual event will focus on highlighting community-based approaches that support the development of self-healing communities – communities that intentionally develop more inclusive and equitable practices, cultural norms, and concrete supports so all children, families and adults can thrive.
This year, the theme is Honoring and Hearing Youth Voices.
Our keynote speaker this year is Donte Curtis of Catch Your Dreams Consulting. The event will also feature a welcome and closing session, 6 breakout workshops – including a youth panel, and a special session for Children’s Mental Health and Family Services Collaboratives.
Attached is the conference program that provides a more comprehensive look at the event speakers who will be participating this year.
Lawns to Legumes
"Bee" part of Brooklyn Center's Pollinator Demonstration Neighborhood. Install native plant pollinator habitats in your front or side yard! Plant a pocket garden, bee lawn, or flowering shrubs and trees. Receive up to $750 for reimbursement of eligible native plants and other expenses. Receive technical assistance for site prep, seed mix and planting design, spacing, and native plant recommendations. Match 10% in-kind time or financially. For a $750 reimbursement, valued at $75. Must agree to maintain your project for a minimum of 5 years. Learn more and apply at www.tpl.org/our-work/lawns-to-legumes. Learn about the state lawns to legumes program: bwsr.state.mn.us/Lawns-Legumes-Program.
Global Fatherhood Foundation
The 4th Annual Global Fatherhood Honor Award ceremony will be held at the Brooklyn Park Community Center at 5600 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443, on Saturday, August 5 at 5pm.
The Global Fatherhood Foundation (GFF) created this award to recognize individuals and organizations committed to promoting fatherhood, family, and healthy adult relationships, specifically regarding co-parenting and child well-being involving fathers.
The survey to nominate deserving candidates for the award is open to fathers, mothers, parents, organizations, social service providers, faith-based leaders, entrepreneurs, social media communities, and global GFF members. The survey seeks to recognize those who have made significant contributions through volunteerism, promotion of community service, and advocacy for fatherhood and accomplishments.
The survey will close on July 6th, 2023, at 5pm; no personal information will be collected. For any questions about the survey, email info@globalfatherhoodfoundation.org
People Incorporated- Northside Community Support Program
People Incorporated will be at the Brookdale Library this summer every Tuesday from 11am-1pm to provide the following community supports:
- Paper work assistance
- 50 cent ID form
- Food shelf sign up and more!
State and County Updates
Brookdale Library
Looking for things to do for your teenager or young ones this summer? Well, you are in luck because Brookdale Library offers all sorts of programing during the summer months June-August. Click below to browse library program offerings.
Renewal of Medical Assistance (Medicaid) and Minnesota Care
Like all states, Minnesota has maintained health care coverage for its Medicaid enrollees during the COVID-19 pandemic during the Public Health Emergency. However, the Public Health Emergency in Minnesota ended on April 1, 2023. This means a return to the standard eligibility procedures which includes an annual eligibility review for anyone who has Medical Assistance (Medicaid) of Minnesota Care (MNCare). Not renewing health coverage can result in unmet health needs, lack of preventive services, over utilization of the emergency department, and increased financial burden for people. It's important to ensure every enrollee renews their coverage to ensure uninterrupted access to health care. Click below to discover what community organizations can do to help spread the word about the renewal process and to encourage community to activate the steps needed to complete the process.
Red Door Clinic
Red Door provides sexual health care for all people. We never turn away based on ability to pay. Visit Home | Red Door (hennepin.us) to find out more.
Employment and Job Training Opportunities
City of Brooklyn Center
The City of Brooklyn Center is hiring for a variety of positions. Click below to find your next job opportunity with the City. Watch video here for opportunities: Now Hiring
Featured Position: HR Coordinator
Hennepin County
Virtual Healthcare Hiring Event
Attached is the flyer for our Wednesday, June 21 Virtual Healthcare Hiring Event. The event will be open from 8am – 9pm, with the live employer chat from 1-2pm. It is easy to join with a smartphone, tablet or computer. Register by clicking below.
Community Health Worker Program Scholarship
The Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health is offering 90 Scholarships to strengthen and diversify the public health workforce to better meet the needs of under resourced communities in Minnesota by training new Community Health Workers. Scholarships to get the Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate are available for 90 students to start classes in August 2023.
Current and incoming CHW Certificate students may be able to get a scholarship that covers tuition and some related costs for up to one year of their CHW Certificate program. (Please note that higher costs at some schools may result in less than full tuition payments.)
CLUES
Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio (CLUES) is offering a free job training program focused on phlebotomy careers. This 10-week hybrid program in-person orientation and graduation, four weeks of industry training, and five virtual classes that address resume and cover letter building, interview process, and more. Click below for eligibility details.
Connect With Us
The City of Brooklyn Center utilizes a variety of social media to connect with residents. Click the icon to the right to discover more. If you would like your organization's event flyer to appear on this bulletin, please email Armando Oster at aoster@brooklyncentermn.gov.
|
|
 |
|
