1. Visit the City’s Website www.brooklynpark.org

2. Storm Information FOR DOWNED TREES: THE CITY WILL PICK UP DOWNED TREES IF THEY ARE CUT INTO 12- FOOT LENGTHS AND PUT ON THE BOULEVARD PARALLEL TO THE STREET.

3. Storm Information BOULEVARD TREES ARE THE CITY’S RESPONSIBILITY. THE CITY WILL CUT UP AND HAUL THEM AWAY. THE BOULEVARD IS UP TO 15 FEET FROM THE STREET.

4. Storm Information IF THEY ARE NOT CITY TREES, THE HOMEOWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CUTTING THEM UP AND PLACING THEM ON THE BOULEVARD FOR PICK-UP.

5. Storm Information THE MAPLE GROVE YARD WASTE SITE JUST SOUTH OF 81 OFF FERNBROOK WILL ACCEPT TREE BRANCHES UP TO 20 INCHES IN DIAMETER.

6. Tater Daze Meetings 2 nd Tuesday of the Month City Hall- 7pm Next Meeting October 11 Please Join Us

7. Congratulations Daniel Steven Lovhaug Scout Troop 542 who has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout

8. Fall Job Fair! Thursday, Sept. 29 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Living Word Christian Center 9201 75 th Av. N.

9. River Park Planting Event Saturday, Oct. 15 To Register: 651-665-9500 ext 11 www.Greatrivergreening.org

10. The Brooklyn Park Foundation Working to Improve the Lives of People in Our City Call 763-493-8154 For more Information

11. Check out the Stable Neighborhood Action Plan (SNAP): www. Brooklynpark.org/snap/snap.html BSNAP@ci.brooklyn-park.mn.us 763.493.8050

12. Recreation Programs for Children with Disabilities Sponsored by City of Brooklyn Park Recreation and REACH for resources Classes---sports---inclusion services Call Jen at 763-315-8459

13. High School Open Hockey Brooklyn Park Ice Arena Helmet and equipment required Sept 6-Oct 14 Monday-Friday 3-4pm $4 at the door for skaters $3 for goalies

14. Want to Be a Hero? The Brooklyn Park Fire Department Is looking for you! 763-493-8020

15. Anyone adult citizen may join the League of Women Voters We welcome new members! Call Pat at 763-424-8192 Or Joan at 763-560-6215

16. Rent City Meeting Rooms Want to rent a small meeting room? (763) 493-8333 Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks

17. Yoga with Bonnie Dow! Tuesday and Thursday Nights Beginners 6:30 pm Experienced 7:45 pm Call (763)493-8333 to register

18. Senior Book Club 3 rd Monday of Each Month Call Louise at 566-1453

19. Planning a special event ? Put it on the Community Calendar! 763-493-8154 Brooklyn Park Special Events Coordinator

20. The Edge Christian Worship Center www.theedgecwc.org Services 11 a.m. Saturday 4707 Edinbrook Terrace Brooklyn Park 763-391-6388

21. Brooklyn Park Lions! Be Part of the Community! Give us a Call! Jim763-561-3788 Jon763-561-7571

22. Lady Lions Join our New Chapter! Give us a Call! Dolores:763-585-1815 Meet every 3 rd Wednesday @ Kelly’s 19 th Hole

23. Lady Lions Steak Fry and Auction Give us a Call! Dolores:763-585-1815 Eleanor 763-585-0821 October 22 nd $14 Advance Tickets Only

24. Brooklyn Park Commission Openings Youth Advisory for all Commissions Charter ( Two- At Large) CLIC ( One Central) Call 763-493-8154 http://www.brooklynpark.org

25. No Time for Lines? Drop off your vehicle license renewal form, proof of insurance, payment and envelope before 8 a.m. in the utility box outside City Hall. Then pick it up by 1 p.m.

26. Burger Basket Night! Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. Thursdays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 763-560-4400

27. Congratulations Carol Sabetti Summer Blossom Grand Winner

28. Congratulations Jorge Adamson Summer Blossom

29. Congratulations Carol Carlson Summer Blossom

30. Congratulations John Anderson Summer Blossom

31. Wednesday Lunches! Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. 12:15 p.m. Only $6! 763-560-4400

32. Home Parties Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping. Saturday, October 1 Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. 9:00- 4:00- 763-560-4400

33. Teen Night The 5 th Annual G.A. Party Tuesday, September 27 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. $2.00 Call CJ 763-493-8356 for more info.

34. Friday Night Karaoke! Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 763-560-4400

35. Big Screen Football Every Sunday! Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. Starts at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served 763-560-4400

36. Brooklyn Park Gardening Club Monthly meeting---2 nd Thursday of the month 6:30-8:30 pm Brooklyn Park City Hall Information: 763-493-8333

37. Steak Fry! Every Second Friday Elks Lodge # 44 2875 Brookdale Dr. N. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 763-560-4400

38. Mediation Can Help! Have a Blended Family? Disagree on Child-Rearing? Contact Sandy at: North Hennepin Mediation Services 763-561-0033

39. Curbside Clean Up If your recycling Day is Tuesday……your day is September 24 Wednesday….your day is October 1 Thursday…..your day is October 8 Friday…..your day is October 15

40. Curbside Clean Up Have your items at the curb before 7:00 a.m Call 763-493-8007 with any questions

41. Golden Needles Senior Club Members meet every Tuesday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Brooklyn Park Senior Center Call Connie 493-3966

42. Teen Leaders Wanted! Are you Outgoing Good with children Want to help out during school breaks? Call CJ at 493-8356

43. MOMS Club! Playgroups, Book Club Holiday parties- a support group For stay at home moms www.nilesriver.com/momsclub 763-425-5711

44. Adult Trips Fanny Hill “ Cash on Delivery” Thursday October 6 Registration Deadline- September 19 10: a.m.- 6:00 pm Cost $52 Call 763-493-8333

45. Adult Trips Fruit and Wine Harvest Tour Thursday October 12 Registration Deadline- September 25 9:45 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Cost $44 Call 763-493-8333

46. Brooklyn Park Senior Club To learn about activities and events for People 55 plus Please call Frank425-3724 Connie493-3966

47. Knights of Columbus! 763-493-2017

48. Isaac Walton League Every 4 th Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Environmental Issues 8816 West River Road

49. Council Replay Schedule Thursdays at 7 p.m. Fridays at 3 a.m. & 11 a.m.

50. Brooklyn Park Women of Today Meet New People! Plan Fun Events! Acquire Skills! Bonnie 763-424-3812

51. EDA Live Broadcast 7 p.m. Second Monday Each Month

52. Planning Commission Live Broadcast 7 p.m. Second Wednesday Each Month

53. Donate to CEAP! Kids Clothing Needed! Drop-off donations Mon. - Fri: CEAP Clothes Closet 6840 - 78th Av. N. 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

54. Brooklyn Park Honors: Wilfred Harris Ron Ostendorf Christina Pettit Brenda Reeves Mayor’s Citizenship Award Winners!

55. Volunteers Wanted for Mediation Services! North Hennepin Mediation Services 763-561-0033 director@mediationprogram.com Training Provided

56. Gentle Touch Animal Sanctuary Seeks Volunteers who love animals 4900 France Avenue Brooklyn Center Call 763-537-5599 www.gt-as.com

57. Hennepin County Library Go to the library 24-7: www.hclib.org We have over 2 million books, magazines, newspapers, CDs and more!

58. Make a Difference! Join a Community Organization!

59. Brooklyn Park Recreation and Park Department Call 763-493-8333 to register for classes You may qualify for reduced fees

60. Hospice of the Twin Cities Volunteer Training September 27 th or 29 nd 6- 9 p.m. Call Kristin Debner At 763-531-2424

61. Employment Opportunities for the Community An Interdenominational Workshop 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Every 2 nd and 4 t Tuesday 7308 Aspen Lane Contact Sandra Johnson 763-208-4864

62. FOR SALE EDA Townhomes $167,900 for qualified buyers Call 651-298-1903

63. And Now Back to: Brooklyn Park News