News
 Farmers Market Seeking Vendors
Calling produce and craft vendors!
Vendor Applications for the Brooklyn Park Farmers Market are now available.
The market runs Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m., starting July 10 to October 09. Located at North Hennepin Community College parking lot.
Applications are due March 26 at 11:59 p.m. Vendors will be notified of their status by April 12.
 Summer Camp Registration
Registration for summer camps in Brooklyn Park are underway. All camp options are open for registration, this includes our youth camps at the Community Activity Center, Northwoods, Norwood, Willowstone, Teen Camps, and Preschool Camps at Historic Eidem Farm.
You can register in three ways:
1. In person at the Community Activity Center
2. Over the phone at 763-493-8333
3. Online HERE
As a reminder, we do have fee assistance and scholarships available, you can learn more HERE
 Adults on the Move Guide
The newest edition of our Adults on the Move Guide is out. Check out all the upcoming events and programs you can participate in.
Upcoming Events:
Medicare 101 Informational Presentation
Understand your Medicare options during a Medicare 101 educational webinar hosted by Guy Milbert, AAA Long-Term Care & Health Specialist. Register 2 business days prior to the presentation.
April 9: 9:30-10:30 a.m. - ONLINE
April 10: 6-7 p.m. - Community Activity Center
RSVP HERE
Register for upcoming events and programs HERE.
 Fee Assistance
Did you know we have fee assistance and scholarships available?
The City of Brooklyn Park provides fee assistance for all residents of Brooklyn Park to participate in programs.
Assistance will reduce fees up to 75% based on income and household size. Additional fee reduction may be available for families experiencing homelessness or for children that are considered wards of the state.
The maximum scholarship amount is $400 per person, per year.
Additional fee assistance is available for Summer Camp and Summer Fusion.
Scholarships are not available for facility use fees, athletic leagues, private lessons, or trips. Learn more HERE.
Upcoming Events
 Movies at the Community Activity Center
We will be hosting two movies this March at the Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N. Both movies are FREE and there is no registration required. Free popcorn will be served. Guest are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, snacks, and a friend or two!
Friday, March 15 at 5 p.m. | Back to the Future | RSVP HERE
Friday, March 29 at 5 p.m. | Trolls: Band Together | RSVP HERE
 Swim Assessment Day - Monday, March 18
Our next Swim Level Assessment Day is set for Monday, March 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Brooklyn Middle School.
Swim level assessment day is for new and returning families (ages 3-12) looking to be assessed on their swimming skills. Swimmers will then be given the appropriate swim level to register for based on our program’s affiliation with the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program. Join us Monday, March 18th at the Brooklyn Middle School Pool – 7377 Noble Ave N. Brooklyn Park 55443.
Register for a 15-minute time slot between 5:30-7:30 p.m. Please arrive 10 minutes before your registered time to check-in and utilize the locker room. Be sure to pack your swimsuit, towel, and goggles as needed!
You can register HERE
Questions? Contact: Cassidy.wester@brooklynpark.org
Spring Swim Lesson Registration will be on Thursday, March 21 at 10 a.m.
 Community Youth & Family Anti-Violence Game Night
When: Friday, March 22
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Zanewood Recreation Center - 7100 Zane Ave
Will feature board games, card games, video games, food, and raffle prizes. More details will be released closer to the event. This is a FREE community event open to all ages.
 Maple Syruping at the Farm
Have you ever wondered where the syrup you put on your pancakes comes from? Join Farm staff to experience the process of collecting sap from maple trees and turning it into syrup. After, warm up around a bonfire and enjoy a treat with maple syrup!
*Maple Syrup equipment is provided, everyone attending this program must register and pay. Students must be accompanied by a registered adult. $6/participant
Date: Saturday, March 23
Time: 2-3:30 p.m.
There are three ways to register:
Call 763-493-8333
In person at the Community Activity Center
Online HERE
 Medication Safety
with Minnesota Poison Control System
March is National Poison Prevention Month; join us for a presentation from the Minnesota Poison Control System.
Do you take daily prescription medicine or over-the-counter medicine? Do you have youth that visit you?
Come learn how to take medicine safely and how to help keep those you love safe. Learn about the Poison Center, a free, confidential resource and how they can help you! Poison Centers are for everyone!
When: Tuesday, March 26 - 10 a.m.
Where: Community Activity Center - 5600 85th Ave N
Registration: Register by March 21
Online HERE
Over the phone at 763-494-8333
In person at the Community Activity Center
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