🍂📚 Our Fall 2025 Community Ed Brochure is HERE! 📚🍂
Explore a season full of exciting classes, family activities, youth programs, and enrichment opportunities for all ages! From arts & crafts to fitness and lifelong learning—there’s something for everyone.
✅ Registration is NOW OPEN!
📲 Scan the QR code on the image or click the link below to view the full brochure and sign up today.
🔗https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/home/
District residence should expect to see a hard copy of the brochure coming to your mailboxes near the end of August.
Let’s make this fall a season of learning, connection, and fun with North Branch Area Community Ed! 🍁
Explore a season full of exciting classes, family activities, youth programs, and enrichment opportunities for all ages! From arts & crafts to fitness and lifelong learning—there’s something for everyone.
✅ Registration is NOW OPEN!
📲 Scan the QR code on the image or click the link below to view the full brochure and sign up today.
🔗https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/home/
District residence should expect to see a hard copy of the brochure coming to your mailboxes near the end of August.
Let’s make this fall a season of learning, connection, and fun with North Branch Area Community Ed! 🍁
🎉 What a Night! THANK YOU, North Branch! 🎉
Our Concert in the Park: A Hard Day’s Night event was a massive hit, and it couldn’t have happened without the energy, talent, and heart of our community!
💃 Shoutout to the Pleasant Valley Cloggers who kicked off the evening with an amazing performance that got toes tapping and smiles spreading. Your rhythm and enthusiasm set the perfect tone!
🍦 Huge thanks to Neighborhood National Bank for keeping the crowd cool and happy with free root beer floats — a sweet treat for a perfect summer night!
📖 We’re also sending heartfelt appreciation to Elementary Music Teacher Taylor Neil, who brought joy and connection to our youngest attendees with a beautiful storytime session.
🎶 And of course, the main event — A Hard Day’s Night lit up the stage with classic Beatles tunes that had everyone dancing under the stars.
💛 Thank you to everyone who came out, sang along, danced, read, laughed, and celebrated with us. Events like these remind us why we love our community.
📚 Bonus love to Books for Better MN for providing free books for kids — planting seeds of literacy that will grow for years to come!
#ecrac #artslegacy
Our Concert in the Park: A Hard Day’s Night event was a massive hit, and it couldn’t have happened without the energy, talent, and heart of our community!
💃 Shoutout to the Pleasant Valley Cloggers who kicked off the evening with an amazing performance that got toes tapping and smiles spreading. Your rhythm and enthusiasm set the perfect tone!
🍦 Huge thanks to Neighborhood National Bank for keeping the crowd cool and happy with free root beer floats — a sweet treat for a perfect summer night!
📖 We’re also sending heartfelt appreciation to Elementary Music Teacher Taylor Neil, who brought joy and connection to our youngest attendees with a beautiful storytime session.
🎶 And of course, the main event — A Hard Day’s Night lit up the stage with classic Beatles tunes that had everyone dancing under the stars.
💛 Thank you to everyone who came out, sang along, danced, read, laughed, and celebrated with us. Events like these remind us why we love our community.
📚 Bonus love to Books for Better MN for providing free books for kids — planting seeds of literacy that will grow for years to come!
#ecrac #artslegacy
🎶 LAST CONCERT OF THE SUMMER! 🎶
Come celebrate the season’s grand finale with AJ Spoff at North Branch Central Park on Tuesday, August 19! 🌟
🕕 Festivities start at 6 PM with:
Bouncy House
Food Truck
Farmers Market
Kids’ Chalk Drawing Contest 🎨
Guest Reader at 6:45 PM 📖
Live Concert kicks off at 7 PM! 🎸
Let’s close out the summer with music, fun, and community vibes! Bring the whole family, lawn chairs, and your dancing shoes! 💃🕺
📍 North Branch Central Park
🙌 This concert is sponsored by North Branch Area Education Foundation
👉 Don’t miss this final chance to enjoy live music in the park this summer!
#ecrac #artslegacy
Come celebrate the season’s grand finale with AJ Spoff at North Branch Central Park on Tuesday, August 19! 🌟
🕕 Festivities start at 6 PM with:
Bouncy House
Food Truck
Farmers Market
Kids’ Chalk Drawing Contest 🎨
Guest Reader at 6:45 PM 📖
Live Concert kicks off at 7 PM! 🎸
Let’s close out the summer with music, fun, and community vibes! Bring the whole family, lawn chairs, and your dancing shoes! 💃🕺
📍 North Branch Central Park
🙌 This concert is sponsored by North Branch Area Education Foundation
👉 Don’t miss this final chance to enjoy live music in the park this summer!
#ecrac #artslegacy
The district-level Back to School newsletter is now available! Click here to view: https://secure.smore.com/n/q2dhy
North Branch Girls Golf is hosting a mixed couples scramble on Saturday, Sept. 20, starting at 3 p.m., at the North Branch Golf Course. Proceeds raised will support girls golf!
Scan the QR on the flier, or use this link, to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1B1juRZAJZmzVCIHMoRpuufmwbXn9vUTF6kUXvFcBIRk/viewform?pli=1&pli=1&edit_requested=true
Each team must have two men and two women, and registration fees include the scramble, on course games, raffles, and dinner! There is also a dinner only option for $20.
Help support girls golf, dominate on the course, get a great dinner, and maybe win some cool stuff. That's win-win-win-win!
Scan the QR on the flier, or use this link, to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1B1juRZAJZmzVCIHMoRpuufmwbXn9vUTF6kUXvFcBIRk/viewform?pli=1&pli=1&edit_requested=true
Each team must have two men and two women, and registration fees include the scramble, on course games, raffles, and dinner! There is also a dinner only option for $20.
Help support girls golf, dominate on the course, get a great dinner, and maybe win some cool stuff. That's win-win-win-win!
Youth Connections kids....always doing something cool. This week it was a magic show and a bubble party!
REMINDER:
Chisago County Baby Shower & Toddler Event
🍼 Wednesday, August 13 | ⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
If you’ve had a baby between 2020–2025, you’re invited to join us for:
🍩 Donuts | 🎁 Free gifts | 🎈 Play opportunities
👶 Infant & toddler exploration
🤝 Meet ECFE staff & connect with local resources
🧑⚕️ On-site Lactation Consultant
No registration required!
Hosted by: Chisago County Public Health & North Branch Early Childhood
Chisago County Baby Shower & Toddler Event
🍼 Wednesday, August 13 | ⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
If you’ve had a baby between 2020–2025, you’re invited to join us for:
🍩 Donuts | 🎁 Free gifts | 🎈 Play opportunities
👶 Infant & toddler exploration
🤝 Meet ECFE staff & connect with local resources
🧑⚕️ On-site Lactation Consultant
No registration required!
Hosted by: Chisago County Public Health & North Branch Early Childhood
REMINDER:
🎶 You're Invited: A Hard Day’s Night – Concert in the Park! 🎶
📅 August 12, 2025 | 📍 North Branch Central Park
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening celebrating the music of The Beatles with a free concert by A Hard Day’s Night – the ultimate tribute band!
✨ Schedule of Fun:
🕕 6:00 PM – Pleasant Valley Cloggers perform & festivities begin
🕕 6:00 PM – Food trucks & bouncy house fun
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime for all ages
🎸 7:00 PM – Main Concert: A Hard Day’s Night
🎁 Extras You’ll Love:
🍦 Free root beer floats from Neighborhood National Bank
📚 Free books for kids provided by Books for Better MN
This event is FREE and open to all. Bring your family, lawn chairs, and love for live music! 💃🕺
🎨 Sponsored by ECRAC with funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
#ecrac #artslegacy
🎶 You're Invited: A Hard Day’s Night – Concert in the Park! 🎶
📅 August 12, 2025 | 📍 North Branch Central Park
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening celebrating the music of The Beatles with a free concert by A Hard Day’s Night – the ultimate tribute band!
✨ Schedule of Fun:
🕕 6:00 PM – Pleasant Valley Cloggers perform & festivities begin
🕕 6:00 PM – Food trucks & bouncy house fun
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime for all ages
🎸 7:00 PM – Main Concert: A Hard Day’s Night
🎁 Extras You’ll Love:
🍦 Free root beer floats from Neighborhood National Bank
📚 Free books for kids provided by Books for Better MN
This event is FREE and open to all. Bring your family, lawn chairs, and love for live music! 💃🕺
🎨 Sponsored by ECRAC with funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
#ecrac #artslegacy
🎉 What a Night to Unite! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Central Park on August 5th for a fun-filled evening of food, music, laughter, and community spirit!
🌟 One of the biggest hits of the night? The Bubbly Foam Party, proudly sponsored by North Branch Area Community Education! From 6:00 to 7:30 PM, the park was absolutely bursting with joy, giggles, and mountains of foam. Families danced, splashed, and made unforgettable memories together!
📚 Kids also loved picking out free books from Books for Better MN, and the bouncy house, water play, and community service vehicles added even more excitement to this magical evening.
💛 Nights like these remind us how strong and connected our North Branch community truly is. Thank you for showing up and bringing joy!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Central Park on August 5th for a fun-filled evening of food, music, laughter, and community spirit!
🌟 One of the biggest hits of the night? The Bubbly Foam Party, proudly sponsored by North Branch Area Community Education! From 6:00 to 7:30 PM, the park was absolutely bursting with joy, giggles, and mountains of foam. Families danced, splashed, and made unforgettable memories together!
📚 Kids also loved picking out free books from Books for Better MN, and the bouncy house, water play, and community service vehicles added even more excitement to this magical evening.
💛 Nights like these remind us how strong and connected our North Branch community truly is. Thank you for showing up and bringing joy!
🎶 You're Invited: A Hard Day’s Night – Concert in the Park! 🎶
📅 August 12, 2025 | 📍 North Branch Central Park
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening celebrating the music of The Beatles with a free concert by A Hard Day’s Night – the ultimate tribute band!
✨ Schedule of Fun:
🕕 6:00 PM – Pleasant Valley Cloggers perform & festivities begin
🕕 6:00 PM – Food trucks & bouncy house fun
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime for all ages
🎸 7:00 PM – Main Concert: A Hard Day’s Night
🎁 Extras You’ll Love:
🍦 Free root beer floats from Neighborhood National Bank
📚 Free books for kids provided by Books for Better MN
This event is FREE and open to all. Bring your family, lawn chairs, and love for live music! 💃🕺
🎨 Sponsored by ECRAC with funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
#ecrac #artslegacy
📅 August 12, 2025 | 📍 North Branch Central Park
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening celebrating the music of The Beatles with a free concert by A Hard Day’s Night – the ultimate tribute band!
✨ Schedule of Fun:
🕕 6:00 PM – Pleasant Valley Cloggers perform & festivities begin
🕕 6:00 PM – Food trucks & bouncy house fun
📖 6:45 PM – Storytime for all ages
🎸 7:00 PM – Main Concert: A Hard Day’s Night
🎁 Extras You’ll Love:
🍦 Free root beer floats from Neighborhood National Bank
📚 Free books for kids provided by Books for Better MN
This event is FREE and open to all. Bring your family, lawn chairs, and love for live music! 💃🕺
🎨 Sponsored by ECRAC with funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
#ecrac #artslegacy
Today was Foam Party Day for Youth Connections at the Ed Center. The kids were having a blast...because its a foam party! Everyone looking at these photos is thinking the same thing....I want to do that!
Last Tuesday, Snake Discovery visited Youth Connections and the kids had a great time!
🎶 What an unforgettable night with Monroe Crossing! 🎶
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Concerts in the Park at North Branch Central Park on July 29! The evening was filled with amazing bluegrass music, delicious food, family picnics, and endless fun.
Highlights from the night included:
Creative children’s crafts that had smiles all around.
Books for Better MN sharing the joy of reading by giving away free books to children – a true hit with families!
The North Branch Robotics Team’s demonstration, which wowed kids and adults alike.
Families gathering on the lawn with blankets and chairs, enjoying the beautiful summer evening together.
A wonderful performance by Monroe Crossing that had everyone tapping their feet and clapping along.
We’re so grateful to our sponsors, the East Central Regional Arts Council and the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund, for making this free community event possible.
Thank you for bringing the energy, the laughter, and the love for music!
#ecrac #artslegacy
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Concerts in the Park at North Branch Central Park on July 29! The evening was filled with amazing bluegrass music, delicious food, family picnics, and endless fun.
Highlights from the night included:
Creative children’s crafts that had smiles all around.
Books for Better MN sharing the joy of reading by giving away free books to children – a true hit with families!
The North Branch Robotics Team’s demonstration, which wowed kids and adults alike.
Families gathering on the lawn with blankets and chairs, enjoying the beautiful summer evening together.
A wonderful performance by Monroe Crossing that had everyone tapping their feet and clapping along.
We’re so grateful to our sponsors, the East Central Regional Arts Council and the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund, for making this free community event possible.
Thank you for bringing the energy, the laughter, and the love for music!
#ecrac #artslegacy
Volleyball player Sophia Benedict and former NB volleyball coach Becky Leuer both participated in the 2025 Minnesota Volleyball All Star Match on Wednesday, July 30 with their team finishing 3-0. For more information, visit mnvbca.org and search "all-star."
Coming up in Community Ed!
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 8 - 11 AM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 11 AM - 2 PM
Youth Pickleball Grades 3-9 Starts August 4 / 5 - 6:30 PM
Vikettes Fall Dance Team Grades 7-12 Starts August 4 / 5:30 - 7 PM
End of Summer Bash with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-12) August 6 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-12) August 6 / 1 - 4 PM
Drivers Education In Person Class Starts August 11 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Vikettes Dance Camp Competed Grades K-6 Starts August 11 / 10 - 11:30 AM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 8 - 11 AM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 11 AM - 2 PM
Youth Pickleball Grades 3-9 Starts August 4 / 5 - 6:30 PM
Vikettes Fall Dance Team Grades 7-12 Starts August 4 / 5:30 - 7 PM
End of Summer Bash with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-12) August 6 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-12) August 6 / 1 - 4 PM
Drivers Education In Person Class Starts August 11 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Vikettes Dance Camp Competed Grades K-6 Starts August 11 / 10 - 11:30 AM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
🌈 Save the Date! 🎉
Chisago County Baby Shower & Toddler Event
🍼 Wednesday, August 13 | ⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
If you’ve had a baby between 2020–2025, you’re invited to join us for:
🍩 Donuts | 🎁 Free gifts | 🎈 Play opportunities
👶 Infant & toddler exploration
🤝 Meet ECFE staff & connect with local resources
🧑⚕️ On-site Lactation Consultant
No registration required!
Hosted by: Chisago County Public Health & North Branch Early Childhood
Chisago County Baby Shower & Toddler Event
🍼 Wednesday, August 13 | ⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 North Branch Area Education Center
38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN
If you’ve had a baby between 2020–2025, you’re invited to join us for:
🍩 Donuts | 🎁 Free gifts | 🎈 Play opportunities
👶 Infant & toddler exploration
🤝 Meet ECFE staff & connect with local resources
🧑⚕️ On-site Lactation Consultant
No registration required!
Hosted by: Chisago County Public Health & North Branch Early Childhood
Calling all high school students! 🎉
Looking for a fun, rewarding job with flexible hours? Youth Connections is hiring Junior Assistants to join our team! Gain hands-on experience, build valuable job skills, and make a difference in kids’ lives—all while working around your school and activity schedule.
✅ Flexible hours (no late nights or weekends!)
✅ A fun, supportive environment
✅ Great experience for your future career
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply today!
Questions? Contact Program Manager Cynthia Scheele at 651-674-1029 or cscheele@isd138.org.
Looking for a fun, rewarding job with flexible hours? Youth Connections is hiring Junior Assistants to join our team! Gain hands-on experience, build valuable job skills, and make a difference in kids’ lives—all while working around your school and activity schedule.
✅ Flexible hours (no late nights or weekends!)
✅ A fun, supportive environment
✅ Great experience for your future career
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply today!
Questions? Contact Program Manager Cynthia Scheele at 651-674-1029 or cscheele@isd138.org.
REMINDER:
🎶 FREE Concert in the Park – Monroe Crossing! 🎶
Join us for an evening of bluegrass music, fun activities, and community spirit at North Branch Central Park on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
✨ Evening Schedule:
6:00 PM: Food trucks, bouncy house, sidewalk chalk, and farmers market fun!
6:00 PM: North Branch Robotics demonstration
6:45 PM: Storytime with our guest reader
7:00 PM: Monroe Crossing Concert – Get ready for toe-tapping bluegrass hits!
Bring your chairs, blankets, and the whole family for a summer night you won’t forget.
This free concert is made possible by the East Central Regional Arts Council with funding from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
📅 Mark your calendars – July 29th!
📍 North Branch Central Park
🎶 FREE Concert in the Park – Monroe Crossing! 🎶
Join us for an evening of bluegrass music, fun activities, and community spirit at North Branch Central Park on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
✨ Evening Schedule:
6:00 PM: Food trucks, bouncy house, sidewalk chalk, and farmers market fun!
6:00 PM: North Branch Robotics demonstration
6:45 PM: Storytime with our guest reader
7:00 PM: Monroe Crossing Concert – Get ready for toe-tapping bluegrass hits!
Bring your chairs, blankets, and the whole family for a summer night you won’t forget.
This free concert is made possible by the East Central Regional Arts Council with funding from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
📅 Mark your calendars – July 29th!
📍 North Branch Central Park
Coming up in Community Ed!
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 8 - 11 AM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 11 AM - 2 PM
Youth Pickleball Grades 3 - 9 Starts August 4 / 5 - 6:30 PM
Vikettes Fall Dance Team Grades 7 - 12 Starts August 4 / 5:30 - 7 PM
End of Summer Bash with Kidcreate Studios Ages 4-12 August 6 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio Ages 4-12 August 6 / 1 - 4 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 8 - 11 AM
Drivers Education Zoom Class Starts August 4 / 11 AM - 2 PM
Youth Pickleball Grades 3 - 9 Starts August 4 / 5 - 6:30 PM
Vikettes Fall Dance Team Grades 7 - 12 Starts August 4 / 5:30 - 7 PM
End of Summer Bash with Kidcreate Studios Ages 4-12 August 6 / 9 AM - 12 PM
Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio Ages 4-12 August 6 / 1 - 4 PM
Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.
New Murals on North Branch Hockey Warming House!
A collaboration to update and beautify the warming house for the outdoor skating arena on Grand Avenue/Viking Way was just completed.
North Branch Area Hockey Association President, Jason Zerwas, asked NBAMS art teacher, Lee Ann Falen, to paint some murals to add more color and spirit to the building. The entire building received a fresh coat of paint first, then three of the four walls were embellished with bold ideas in our North Branch school colors.
The Viking logo is 12' tall and the state of Minnesota is 6' tall. A huge THANK YOU to Bob Olsen and the North Branch Lions Club for generously donating the funds to cover all the paint and supplies for this project!
A collaboration to update and beautify the warming house for the outdoor skating arena on Grand Avenue/Viking Way was just completed.
North Branch Area Hockey Association President, Jason Zerwas, asked NBAMS art teacher, Lee Ann Falen, to paint some murals to add more color and spirit to the building. The entire building received a fresh coat of paint first, then three of the four walls were embellished with bold ideas in our North Branch school colors.
The Viking logo is 12' tall and the state of Minnesota is 6' tall. A huge THANK YOU to Bob Olsen and the North Branch Lions Club for generously donating the funds to cover all the paint and supplies for this project!
