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The Viking Newsletter - Feb./March is now available at this link: https://secure.smore.com/n/8pvxj Happy spring break!

🎮 Exciting News for North Branch Area Families! 🎮 Our North Branch Area Esports program was recently recognized at a school board meeting, where mentor and coach Darin Marcussen highlighted our talented team! Team members shared their experiences and the impact Esports has had on their growth, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. What is eSports? It's a structured, competitive gaming program that helps students develop teamwork, strategy, and critical thinking—all while having a blast! North Branch Area Esports is offered through Community Education, and registration is now open for students ages 13 and older to join the 2025 Spring Club! 📅 Important Dates: 🔹 Team Information Meeting: Monday, March 24th at 3 PM | HS Commons 🔹 Registration Deadline: Friday, March 28th 📢 Ready to join? Find more details and register here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/3894/public/1/sp/ Let’s game on! 🕹️

Coming up in Community Ed! Lakeside with Canoe and Lily March 5 / 6:30 - 8:30 PM Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing March 6 / 5:30 - 7:45 PM Drivers Education Zoom Class Begins March 10 / 3 - 6 PM Slime Lab with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 4-9) March 11 / 9 AM - 12 PM Anime Workshop with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 5-12) March 11 / 12:30 - 3:30 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Coming up in Community Ed! Growing Sweet Potatoes in your Home Garden Feb 27 / 6-7:30 pm Chiropractic Care & Wellness For School Age Feb 27 / 7-8 pm Avoid the Pitfalls of Perimenopause/Menopause Virtual Workshop Mar 3 / 6-7:30 pm Fast Family Meals Virtual Mar 4 / 6:30-8 pm Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Tonight's the night! Come one, come all to a FREE fun and entertaining evening with Joe Beckman! Dinner, also FREE, is catered sandwiches from Merchants Cafe. So...win-win! See flier for details and check out Joe's video message to North Branch here: https://youtu.be/5KdEY8o7uM0?si=Cq3FLZYe-6X_x3Xd

Due to extreme cold morning temperatures, North Branch Area Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 18. This includes early childhood programs, school age care, and Community Education programs. Staff should not report, all buildings will be closed. The closure does NOT include after school MSHSL activities. More information will be shared directly with high school activities teams.

Coming up in Community Ed! Adult/Child/Infant CPR with AED Feb 20 / 5:30-8 PM Growing Vining Crops Feb 20 / 6-7:30 PM Rubber Stamping of Cards Feb 24 / 7-9 PM Mosaic Butterfly, Dragonfly or Lizard Feb 25 / 6-9 PM 3D Centerpieces Feb 25 / 6:30-8 PM Should I Stay or Should I Go: Steps to Review Your Housing Needs for Today and Tomorrow Feb 25 / 10-11:30 AM Acupressure to Relieve Stress, Anxiety and Insomnia Virtual Workshop Feb 25 / 6-7:30 PM Dino Discovery with Kidcreate Studio (18 months-6 years) Feb 26 / 5-6 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Joe Beckman is ready for next Thursday! See his video message here: https://youtu.be/5KdEY8o7uM0?si=rlI32Gxzc4sN0qNT FREE EVENT: Thursday, Feb. 20, 6 - 7:15 pm at NBAHS FREE DINNER INCLUDED: 5:15 - 6 pm See flier for more details!

Yesterday, representatives of the NBAEF visited NBAPS to announce 2025 grant recipients. Read all about it and see all the photos here: https://www.facebook.com/nbapschools/posts/pfbid025UZBcnYFvBqSYco3z6B1UyvDwnsrHNdEax3TjPbddPoyvjm5eHxgfgsLXJZoAUx5l

Coming up in Community Ed! Valentine Cookie Decorating Class Feb 13 / 5-7 PM Trees Feb 13 / 6:30-8:30 PM Blueberries in Your Own Garden Feb 13 / 6-7 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Due to a power outage, North Branch Area Public Schools is closed today, Feb. 6. This includes early childhood programs, school age care, Community Education programs, and all activities. Staff should not report, all buildings will be closed. Thank you!

Excitement is growing for Joe Beckman's FREE community event on Thursday, Feb. 20. Join us and reclaim human connection! The event is sure to inspire and illuminate. We'll see you there!

Coming up in Community Ed! Galentine's Candle Making Class Ages 15 and older Feb 4 / 6-8 PM Winter Tennis Camp - Grades 2-5 Starts Feb 4 / 2:45-4:15 PM Winter Tennis Camp - Grade 6 Starts Feb 6 / 3-4:30 PM Learn the Sport of BMX Bike Racing Feb 6 / 5:30-7:30 PM Good Night Moon with Kidcreate Studio (18 months-6 years) Feb 5 / 5-6 PM Alcohol Ink Feb 5 / 6:30-8 PM Floral Design of the Month-Valentine Design Feb 12 / 6-7:30 PM Posture and Osteoporosis Workshop: Building Better Bones Virtual Workshop Feb 11 / 6-7:30 PM Social Security Facts and Strategies Feb 11 / 6:30-8 PM Pickleball Lessons Starts Feb 10 / 5-6:30 PM Come and learn how to play Pickleball in a fun event. Peiwu has 8 years of Pickleball experience and will coach you on how to play. At the end of each training period we will have a mini round robin tournament where you will be able to showcase your newly acquired skills against players of equivalent skill levels. Bring your own racket or use one of ours. Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

Mark your calendars for the Feb. 15 pickleball tournament! Register by Feb. 7, see flier for additional details. Proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the Veterans Memorial. Sponsored by Community Ed and the North Branch Beautification Association.

Viking Newsletter - January 2025 is now available! Click the link to view: https://secure.smore.com/n/2ufxs

Next week is NBAEF's Restaurant Week! Visit restaurants on the days listed on the flier and a portion of the cost will be donated to the North Branch Area Education Foundation. See the flier for details specific to each restaurant and thanks to the restaurants and the NBAEF!

📣 One Week Away! 🎉 Parents of incoming kindergartners, join us for our Parent Information Night! 📅 When: Tuesday, Feb. 4 ⏰ Time: 6 – 7:30 PM 📍 Where: North Branch Area Education Center (38705 Grand Ave, North Branch, MN) 💡 What’s in it for you? Learn all about what North Branch Area Public Schools has to offer your future kindergartner! Get your questions answered and feel prepared for this exciting milestone. BONUS: Child care is available! Let's get ready to welcome the Class of 2038 and our newest Vikings! 🛡️🖤❤️ Tag your fellow parents and spread the word. We can't wait to see you there! 📞 Questions? Call us at 651-674-1220.

Coming up in Community Ed! Medicare 101 Jan 28 / 6:30-8:30 PM Abdominal Strengtheners That Won't Stress Your Back/Neck Virtual Workshop Jan 28 / 6-7:30 PM Breakfast Meal Prep Jan 28 / 6:30-8 PM T. Swift Era with Kidcreate Studio (Ages 5-12) Jan 29 / 3-4 PM Floral Design of the Month Jan 29 / 6-7:30 PM Chiropractic Care & Wellness For Infants and Toddlers Jan 30 / 7-8 PM Nautical Painting Jan 30 / 6:30-8:30 PM Registration here: https://northbranch.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getprogram/ or call 651-674-1025.

🌟 Sibling Smarts: Raising Lifelong Friends and Occasional Rivals 🌟 📅 Date: Tuesday, Jan. 28 ⏰ Time: 5–6:30 PM 📍 Location: North Branch Area Education Center (38705 Grand Ave.) 💲 Cost: $10 per family (includes dinner!) Join us for an engaging class designed to help parents build positive sibling relationships and reduce conflict at home. Learn practical strategies to: ✅ Manage disputes ✅ Encourage cooperation ✅ Address jealousy ✅ Balance attention among siblings Parents will attend the session while children enjoy story time, activities, songs, and exploration in the Move & Learn room! Dinner will be served from 5–5:30 PM. 🎉 Register today at: www.nbaceonline.org or call 651.674.1220. Don't miss this chance to strengthen your family bonds! ❤️

Tired of winter? Let Chisago Age Well and our panel of local presenters brighten your day. Join us for food, fellowship, and loads of information on events, resources and activities that can help bring joy to your life not only in winter but year-round! Chisago County Public Health will provide a resource table at each event, and you’ll leave with a helpful list of community programs, activities and resources. The event is Feb. 13; see flier for additional details.