Parents, enjoy a night out while the kids enjoy a night of fun!
The North Branch Area High School Vikettes Dance Team is hosting Parents’ Night Out on Friday, September 25, at Sunrise River Elementary School.
Children ages 3–10 are invited to spend the evening enjoying dancing, games, pizza, and more with the Vikettes!
Date: Friday, September 25
Time: 5:30–9:00 p.m.
Location: Sunrise River Elementary School
Cost: $30 for the first child; $20 for each additional sibling
Register online:
https://northbranch.arux.app/course/195/fall-2026/parents-night-out-kids-fun-night-with-the-vikettes-ages-2-10
To receive the sibling discount, families must register by phone at 651-674-1025 or in person at the Community Education office.
We hope your children can join the Vikettes for a fun evening!

Don’t miss the final North Branch Concerts in the Park performance of the summer! Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, August 18, for a fun and unique way to wrap up our summer concert season.
Mixed Precipitation is bringing its one-of-a-kind Pickup Truck Opera to North Branch! 🎭🛻🎶 Their outdoor performance of Tales of Hoffmann combines opera, theater, and plenty of unexpected fun for an evening unlike any of our other summer concerts.
🍴 Food & Fun begins at 6:00 PM
🎭 Performance begins at 7:00 PM
📍 Viking Plaza | 38175 Grand Ave., North Branch
🏈 Located near the entrance to the North Branch Area High School football stadium in Viking Plaza
Bring your lawn chairs, family, and friends and join us for one last evening of summer music and community fun. We’d love to see you there!
📍 REMINDER FOR TOMORROW: Our FINAL Concerts in the Park performance is at VIKING PLAZA, near the entrance to the North Branch Area High School football stadium. See you there!

We’re wrapping up the North Branch Concerts in the Park summer season with something truly unique!
Join us Tuesday, August 18 at Viking Plaza as Mixed Precipitation brings its one-of-a-kind Pickup Truck Opera to North Branch! 🎭🛻🎶
This outdoor performance of Tales of Hoffmann combines opera, theater, and a little unexpected fun for a summer evening unlike any of our other concerts.
🍴 Food & Fun begins at 6:00 PM
🎭 Performance begins at 7:00 PM
📍 Viking Plaza | 38175 Grand Ave., North Branch
🏈 Located near the entrance to the North Branch Area High School football stadium in Viking Plaza
Bring your lawn chairs, family, and friends and join us for one last evening of summer music and community fun!
📍 Remember: Our FINAL Concerts in the Park performance is at VIKING PLAZA near the North Branch Area High School football stadium. See you there!

The North Branch Area Football Program wants to invite you to a night of Football, Floats & Fun!! Wednesday - August 19th, 6:00PM @ Central Park in North Branch!

⏰ Just One More Day! 🎶
Tomorrow's the night! Join us in North Branch Central Park for an evening of live music, family fun, and community as we welcome hometown favorite AJ Spoff back to the stage!
Here's what's happening:
🎈 6:00 PM – Bouncy house, food truck, and farmers market
📚 6:45 PM – Special guest reader and free books from Books for Better MN
🎸 7:00 PM – AJ Spoff takes the stage!
Whether you've been following AJ's music career for years or are looking for a great night out with family and friends, this is the perfect way to spend your Monday evening. Let's give our hometown celebrity a warm North Branch welcome!
A special thank you to the North Branch Area Education Foundation for sponsoring this concert and helping bring our community together through music.
📍 North Branch Central Park
📅 Tomorrow – Tuesday, August 11
Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends, and we'll see you at the park! 🌳🎶

Families with children born 2021–2026 and their siblings are invited for a FREE morning of fun!
🎁 Don’t miss our AMAZING door prize giveaways! We’ll be giving away some fantastic prizes, including a highchair, bikes, and much more! 🚲✨
📅 Tomorrow, August 11 | 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
28705 Grand Avenue, North Branch
Come enjoy snacks, giveaways, play opportunities, infant and toddler spaces, community resources, and a chance to meet North Branch ECFE staff, Chisago County Public Health Nurses, and other community partners.
No sign up needed—just show up and join the fun!

We are looking for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreter to support an early childhood student at the North Branch Area Education Center. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping a young learner communicate, connect, and thrive in the classroom.
🗓 Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
⏰ Hours: 8:00–10:30 AM
📍 Location: North Branch Area Education Center
📅 Starting: 2026–27 School Year
If you are skilled in sign language interpreting and enjoy working with young children, we’d love to hear from you!
☎️ Questions? Call 651-674-1225
💻 Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/northbranch/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=Support+Staff+%2D+Classified&subcategory=Student+Support+Services
Please share this post to help us connect with someone who would be a great addition to our early learning community!

🎶 North Branch, get ready! 🎶
We're excited to welcome hometown favorite AJ Spoff back to Central Park for another unforgettable evening of live music!
Join us Tuesday, August 11, for a fun-filled community night:
🎈 6:00 PM – Bouncy house, food truck, and farmers market
📚 6:45 PM – Special guest reader and free Books for Better MN
🎸 7:00 PM – AJ Spoff takes the stage!
Whether you've been following AJ's music career or are hearing him for the first time, you won't want to miss this chance to see one of our local favorites. Let's give our hometown celebrity a warm welcome back!
A special thank you to the North Branch Area Education Foundation for sponsoring this concert and helping bring our community together through music.
📍 North Branch Central Park
📅 Tuesday, August 11
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends—we'll see you at the park! 🎶🌳

Come celebrate community, meet your neighbors, and enjoy an evening of family fun at Night to Unite!
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Central Park, North Branch
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍔 Free food
🎶 Music
🏰 Bounce house
💦 Water play
🚒 Community service vehicles
🤝 And a great opportunity to connect with local public safety and community organizations.
Let's come together to build stronger, safer neighborhoods while making lasting memories with family and friends. We hope to see you there!

Join us tonight at Concerts in the Park featuring local favorite Cindy Jo! 🤠🎤
🕕 6:00 PM: Farmers Market, food truck, bounce house, chalk art & FREE books for kids from Books for Better MN
🎤 7:00 PM: Live concert
📍 Central Park, North Branch
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a free evening of music, family fun, and community. We can't wait to see you there!

Join us on Tuesday, July 28, as our Concerts in the Park series continues with an evening of live country music featuring local singer-songwriter Cindy Jo!
🕕 Fun begins at 6:00 PM
🌽 Farmers Market
📚 Free books for kids from Books for Better MN
🌮 Food Truck
🏰 Bounce House
🎨 Chalk Art
🎤 Live Concert: 7:00 PM
📍 Central Park, North Branch
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, gather your family and friends, and enjoy a free evening of live music, local shopping, delicious food, family activities, and free books for children.
This free community event is made possible through the generous support of the East Central Regional Arts Council, the City of North Branch, Clean Water, Land & Legacy Amendment, and North Branch Area Community Education.
We'll see you in the park for another great night of music, community, and summer fun! 🎵🌳🎸

Don't miss A Hard Day's Night – Beatles Tribute Show tomorrow, Tuesday, July 21, at Central Park! Grab your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of live music, family fun, and community.
Here's what's waiting for you:
🎪 Bouncy House
🌮 Food Truck
🥕 Farmers Market on site
📚 Free books for kids from Books for Better Minnesota during Storytime
🎸 Live Beatles Tribute Concert
Event Schedule:
🕕 6:00 PM – Food, fun, bouncy house & Farmers Market
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime & free books for kids from Books for Better Minnesota
🎵 7:00 PM – A Hard Day's Night Beatles Tribute Show
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy a free summer evening of music, food, and fun in the park. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Join us on Tuesday, July 21 at Central Park as A Hard Day's Night – Beatles Tribute Show takes the stage for an evening of classic hits, family fun, and community!
Here's what's happening:
🎪 Bouncy House
🌮 Food Truck
🥕 Farmers Market on site
📚 Free books for kids from Books for Better MN
🎸 Live Beatles Tribute Concert
Event Schedule:
🕕 6:00 PM – Food, fun, bouncy house & Farmers Market
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime & free books for kids from Books for Better Minnesota
🎵 7:00 PM – A Hard Day's Night Beatles Tribute Show
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a free summer evening filled with great music, local vendors, delicious food, and fun for the whole family. We can't wait to see you there!

📢 Join the North Branch Area Public Schools Team!
Looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day? We're hiring for multiple support staff positions across our district, and we would love to have you join our team!
Current opportunities include:
🍎 Early Childhood Educational Assistants
⭐ Special Education Assistants
🛝 Playground & Lunchroom Assistants
📚 And many other rewarding support staff positions!
Whether you're starting a new career, returning to the workforce, or looking for a position that fits your schedule, there's a place for you at North Branch Area Public Schools.
Help support students, strengthen our schools, and make a positive impact in our community.
View current openings and apply online.
Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, or tagging someone who would be a great addition to the Viking team!

Back-to-school shopping is underway, and here's an easy way to make a difference in our community!
As you're picking up school supplies, grab a few extra items and bring them to our Stuff the Bus school supply drive at Concerts in the Park on Tuesday, August 11, from 6:00–8:00 PM at North Branch Central Park. Donations of new school supplies will help support local students and families in need. This community donation effort is being led by 4.0 North Branch Bus Services, and every donation helps make a difference.
Enjoy a great evening of live music while helping us fill the bus with supplies that will help local students start the school year ready to learn.
📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 North Branch Central Park
Thank you to 4.0 North Branch Bus Services for organizing this important community initiative, and thank you to everyone who helps us fill the bus! ❤️📚✏️🚌

Preschool enrollment is open at NBAPS!
We are excited to welcome new preschool friends for the upcoming school year! Our program provides a fun, supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and build confidence.
✨ Spots are filling quickly — register today!
🌐 northbranch.arux.app
📞 651-674-1220
We can’t wait to see your child in our classrooms!

Join us tomorrow evening for another fantastic Concerts in the Park featuring The Whitesidewalls Rock 'n' Roll Revue!
📅 Tuesday, July 14
📍 Central Park, North Branch
🕕 6:00 PM – Food trucks, farmers market & bounce house
📚 6:45 PM – Storytime and free books from Books for Better MN
🎶 7:00 PM – LIVE concert featuring The Whitesidewalls
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a free evening of great music, delicious food, and fun for the whole family.
We can't wait to see you there! 🎵🌳🎤

Calling all students entering Kindergarten through 6th grade! Join the Vikettes Youth Dance Camp for four fun-filled mornings of dancing, learning, and making memories.
💃 Learn an exciting routine taught by members of the North Branch Vikettes Dance Team
🎉 Perform your routine on the final day of camp
🏈 Show off your dance at a North Branch High School Varsity Football halftime show this fall (details will be emailed)
🎁 Every participant receives a Vikettes t-shirt and poms (be sure to indicate your t-shirt size when registering!)
Camp Details:
📅 August 10–13
🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 North Branch High School Auditorium (Enter Door #16)
What to Bring:
✔️ Black shorts or capris
✔️ Tennis shoes or dance shoes
✔️ Water bottle
⏰ Registration deadline: July 27
Register today: https://northbranch.arux.app/course/68/spring-summer-2026/vikettes-dance-camp-formerly-little-kickers-dance-camp-completed-grades-k-6
We can't wait to see our future Vikettes hit the dance floor! ❤️🖤

Join us Tonight, July 7 for an evening of great music, family fun, and community at North Branch Central Park!
🎤 Featuring: Transit Authority – bringing an exciting variety of musical genres that everyone will enjoy!
Schedule:
🌮 Food Trucks, Farmer’s Market, Bouncy House & Family Fun – 6:00 PM
📖 Storytime with Books for Better MN – 6:45 PM
🎵 Live Concert – 7:00 PM
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, invite your family and friends, and enjoy a free summer evening filled with music, activities, and fun for all ages!
📍 North Branch Central Park
📅 Tuesday, July 7
💲 Free Admission
In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors to North Branch High School. Watch our social media pages for updates.

For more information or questions, contact Nicole at: nfarrell@isd138.org.

