Free and Low Cost Activities in Isanti County
Kindness Rock Garden Project
Help us fill our Kindness Rock Garden by registering for this arts & crafts program! We want to help spread kindness and smiles around the community. The completed rocks will go into our Kindness Rock Garden in the front of the Cambridge Public Library. Passersbys will have the option to take or leave one and spread positive vibes throughout our communities!
We will provide the rocks and supplies, you just bring your creativity!
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Registration required, as supplies are limited.
Mothers Day Brunch
Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Braham Event Center
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
$20 for adults
$10 for kids ages 3-12
(Kids under 3 are free)
($1 per ticket fee for credit card or online purchases, but you can mail a check or stop in with check or cash!)
Call us at 320-396-3177 Come any time between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Menu below:
Ham
Meatballs
French toast
Egg bake
Salad bar
Baby red potatoes with
butter & parsley
Vegetables
Dinner roll & butter
Angel food cake with
Strawberries & whipped cream
Dessert bars
Additional Chef's Choices
Coffee, water, lemonade
Mad Science With Mr.F
Come to the library and have fun with our monthly Mad Science event! This month, we will be making and testing stomp rockets!
This event is recommended for kids in grades 3-8. Registration is required for each attendee. Need a class later in the day? Try our 6pm class.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Mad Science With Mr.F
Come to the library and have fun with our monthly Mad Science event! This month, we will be making and testing stomp rockets!
This event is recommended for kids in grades 3-8. Registration is required for each attendee. Need a class later in the day? Try our 6pm class.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Join us at the 3rd annual Touch-a-Truck Event
Free Event for all ages! Come hang out with the masters of these big rigs & vehicles. Do you have what it takes to run an excavator come put YOUR skills to the test in the Excavator Simulator!
Walk For Life
Saturday, May 18th, is our annual Walk for Life at Bluebird Park in Isanti. We would love your help to raise some funds to bring compassion, help, and hope to women, men, and babies. There will be a light breakfast, coffee, hot chocolate, cotton candy, face painting, and more!
Craft 'n' Chat
Let's get crafty and chatty at our Craft 'n' Chat series, led by library staff member Margaret, in the Discovery Center at the Cambridge Public Library.
This month, we will be painting small flower pots and making a macrame holder for them!
Please plan to arrive on time, as there will be lots of crafting to do in the time we have.
This event is recommended for ages 15 and up, and registration is required as space is limited.
Sponsored by the Cambridge Friends of the Library.
All materials provided.
Storytime at Veterans Memorial Park
Join us for a special Storytime Around the Town! This time, we will be visiting Veterans Memorial Park, located on the corner of Birch Street South and 2nd Avenue SW near downtown Cambridge.
No registration necessary, but do try to arrive on time as we plan to have a lot of fun in a short 30 minutes.
See you there!
Mental Well-Being 101
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health refers to how we think, feel and behave. Mental Health is something that everyone has – just like physical health. In this presentation, we will discuss how to improve your own mental well-being. As well as some ways to support others.
Our presenter, Greg Bockrath, from Isanti County Public Health is a Health Educator. He's a husband, a father of three, and has been in the health promotion field for over 15 years.
No registration necessary.
Event will be in the Opportunity Room at the Cambridge Public Library.
This event is made possible with partnerships with Isanti County Public Health and The Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Can't make the 1:00pm presentation? Greg will be back at 6:00pm as well!
Mental Well-Being 101
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health refers to how we think, feel and behave. Mental Health is something that everyone has – just like physical health. In this presentation, we will discuss how to improve your own mental well-being. As well as some ways to support others.
Our presenter, Greg Bockrath, from Isanti County Public Health is a Health Educator. He's a husband, a father of three, and has been in the health promotion field for over 15 years.
No registration necessary.
Event will be in the Opportunity Room at the Cambridge Public Library.
This event is made possible with partnerships with Isanti County Public Health and The Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Can't make the 1:00pm presentation? Greg will be back at 6:00pm as well!
Stuffed Animal Sleep Over
Join us for an evening storytime with your stuffed animals! Your soft, cuddly friends will then get to spend the night in the Cambridge Public Library. Come back the next day to hear about what kind of mischief they got into inside the library!
The storytime portion of the event starts at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, downstairs in the Great Northern Room. Stuffed animals can be picked up on Wednesday, May 29, starting at 12 p.m.
This event is recommended for ages 3-8.
Registration for each child participating is required.
Chamber Gala And Awards
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala and Awards Dinner will showcase the businesses and individuals who foster the economic wellbeing of the community. Multiple awards will be presented honoring excellence and longevity in business, innovative practices, and outstanding contributions to the community.
You are cordially invited to join us for this special evening of celebration, networking and entertainment.
Sponsorships are available that include ticket packages and reserved seating.
Family Summer Entertainment
Come out with your family to enjoy a night out in Bluebird Park!
We have a variety of different fun and family friendly activities coming for four Tuesdays and one Wednesday this Summer (2024).
Activities and more details will be announced soon!
Blood Drive
Memorial Blood Centers has declared a blood emergency following a period of low donor turnout due to holidays and school breaks. There is currently a 2-3-day supply of type O negative, as well as a critical shortage of platelets, but all donation types are needed.
Donations in recent weeks have been hundreds short of hospital need and are down by nearly 1,000 donations compared to this time last year. Additionally, we are still recovering from a nearly 50% decrease of youth and first-time blood donors since 2019, and working to rebuild donations from this population. At one time, youth donations represented 25% of our blood supply, but now only contribute about 10% of the country’s donations.
Family Summer Entertainment
Come out with your family to enjoy a night out in Bluebird Park!
We have a variety of different fun and family friendly activities coming for four Tuesdays and one Wednesday this Summer (2024).
Activities and more details will be announced soon!
Blood Drive
Memorial Blood Centers has declared a blood emergency following a period of low donor turnout due to holidays and school breaks. There is currently a 2-3-day supply of type O negative, as well as a critical shortage of platelets, but all donation types are needed.
Donations in recent weeks have been hundreds short of hospital need and are down by nearly 1,000 donations compared to this time last year. Additionally, we are still recovering from a nearly 50% decrease of youth and first-time blood donors since 2019, and working to rebuild donations from this population. At one time, youth donations represented 25% of our blood supply, but now only contribute about 10% of the country’s donations.
Isanti Rodeo & Jubilee Days
The North 65 Chamber of Commerce and the Isanti Firefighters Rodeo Association proudly present the 2024 Isanti Rodeo & Jubilee Days festival, July 11-14. A wide variety of activities are held in partnership with many community organizations.
SPLISH Splash Summer Bash
Come out to Bluebird Park this Summer (2024) to beat the heat and make a splash!
Family Summer Entertainment
Come out with your family to enjoy a night out in Bluebird Park!
We have a variety of different fun and family friendly activities coming for four Tuesdays and one Wednesday this Summer (2024).
Activities and more details will be announced soon!
Braham Pie Day
Pie, Oh My! Come celebrate our 34th Annual Pie Day!
Friday, August 2, 2024
Family Summer Entertainment
Come out with your family to enjoy a night out in Bluebird Park!
We have a variety of different fun and family friendly activities coming for four Tuesdays and one Wednesday this Summer (2024).
Activities and more details will be announced soon!
Family Summer Entertainment
Come out with your family to enjoy a night out in Bluebird Park!
We have a variety of different fun and family friendly activities coming for four Tuesdays and one Wednesday this Summer (2024).
Activities and more details will be announced soon!
Illuminate Isanti
No Cost to ATTEND, Walk thru Lights, Trails Open Sunday-Thursday, Food Trucks & Vendors added Friday and Saturday, Santa
Family Open Swim
Family fun open to all ages. Youth under 10 must be
accompanied by an adult. Preregistration is required. $8.00 per family
Arn Kind - Liberators & The Holocaust
Join us at the Cambridge Public Library as Arn Kind teaches us all about Liberators & The Holocaust with a multi-media interactive presentation.
Liberators & The Holocaust will tell the tragic story of the Holocaust, and through first-person narratives you will experience what American soldiers, including Minnesotans, witnessed as they came upon and liberated the prisoners in the Nazi concentration camps in the waning days of World War II.
Pre-registration is required for this event, as space is limited. Please make sure to register each person in your group individually. Walk-ins will be welcome as space allows.
This program is funded with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Unleashing Your Inner Garden Designer
Join us for another edition of our Master Gardener Author Series!
In this session, garden designer and author Ryan shares his approach to crafting a personalized garden. Starting with the basics, he'll help you better understand your landscape, offering practical tips and tricks to design a garden that perfectly matches your personality and lifestyle. Through three design archetypes, he shares the building blocks to creating your perfect outdoor space. Plus, get a sneak peek at the hottest new Minnesota-hardy plants for 2024! Ryan McEnaney is a garden designer, author, and fifth-generation family member leading Marketing at Bailey Nurseries. He also serves as spokesperson for Bailey’s consumer brands: Endless Summer® Hydrangeas, First Editions® Shrubs & Trees, and Easy Elegance® Roses. Ryan is passionate about connecting people to nature and encouraging home gardeners to enjoy digging in the dirt. He works to educate homeowners on how to be successful in the garden and has been featured in publications such as Better Homes & Gardens, HGTV Magazine, Martha Stewart Living, Real Simple, and more. Ryan's approach revolves around making gardening fun, breaking down barriers, and creating a welcoming space to collaborate. He is the author of the Field Guide to Outside Style: Design and Plant Your Perfect Outdoor Space.No registration needed.Event will be in the Great Northern Room at the Cambridge Public Library.This event is sponsored by the Isanti County Master Gardeners.
VFW Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, May 4, 2024
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$11 for ages 11+
$7 for kids ages 4-10
Kids under 4 eat free
Thank you for supporting this event!
Isanti City Wide Garage Sales
Watch the local papers for sign up information closer to the event date. Isanti-Chisago County Star - Scotsman/County News Review
You do not need to register to participate.
Many sales begin earlier in the week or extend into Sunday.
You determine the times/dates of your own sale
Dinner & Dance Speakeasy
Live Auction, Silent Auction, Costume Contest. Come join Us for an evening of great food and fun supporting Isanti County’s Service men & Women, Veterans, And their Families.
Senior Fair & Health Screenings
Senior Fair & Health Screenings, Vendor Booth Senior & Caregiver Resources, Prize Drawings & Giveaways
Lego Club
Kids ages 5 and up are invited to build with Lego bricks and other materials in the Discovery Center at the Cambridge Public Library. Build alone or with a group, but sharing is a must!
Registration is required, as space is limited.
Please arrive on time, as we have lots of building to do!
Little Tumblers is back
Our very popular Little Tumblers Open Gym is back! Balance on the beam, swing on the
bars, and tumble around under the supervision of Gymnastics coaching staff. For children
ages 1 and walking-5. Enter the main door & check-in with a valid ID.
Pay at the door or online.
Bluejacket Education Foundation Gala
We invite you to join us for our second annual fundraiser- a fun night celebrating our current and former Bluejackets while we raise funds to invest in the success of our future Bluejackets.
Spring Crafternoon
Come in and enjoy a variety of spring-themed crafts in the Discovery Center!
Open house style - stop in at any time!
Recommended for preschool and school-age kids.
No registration needed.
All supplies provided by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Paint your own wooden toy car
Celebrate National Woodworking Month with the Cambridge Library by painting your own wooden car to take home with you!
Recommended for ages 5-12.
All supplies will be provided, we will meet in the Discovery Center.
Registration required. Please register each painter separately.
Wood cars were handmade and donated by, Jim Halbauer.
Painting supplies are provided by The Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Family Open Gym FREE
Family Open Gym is a time for games of basketball, soccer, catch, hula hoops, or simply running off steam. There will be a space that is coned off for our youngest Bluejackets with items such as balls, trikes, and more. Youth must be accompanied by an adult while the gym is open for use.
One Pill Can Kill
East Central Drug Task Force Agent
Braham Police Officer
Braham School Counselor
CMC Emergency Department
Recovering Hope/Steve Rummler
Hope Network Counselor
Impacted Community Members
Spoonful of Sugar Tea
Join the Cambridge Public Library for our Spoonful of Sugar Tea! We'll enjoy stepping into the world that PL Travers created while having tea, goodies, activities and a quiz. We will be meeting in the Great Northern Room on the lower level of the library. For ages 12 and up. Registration is required, as space is limited. Dressing up is welcomed, but not required! Those with food allergies participate in this program at their own risk. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library. FOOD ALLERGY DISCLAIMER: East Central Regional Library is not responsible for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with while participating in this event. Those concerned with food allergies should participate at their own risk.
Lego Club
Kids ages 5 and up are invited to build with Lego bricks and other materials in the Discovery Center at the Cambridge Public Library. Build alone or with a group, but sharing is a must!
Registration is required, as space is limited.
Please arrive on time, as we have lots of building to do!
Easter Bunny hops to the Bradford Townhall
Join us on Sunday, March 24th, 2024 at the Bradford Townhall (Bradford Townhall Baseball Field - Weather Permitting) Starting at 12pm we will be serving hot dogs for the entire family! Take your picture with the Easter Bunny and have a hoping good time. At 1pm we will have an Easter Egg Hunt, giving the younger kids a head start!
Meet the EASTER BUNNY in North Branch!
🐣🐰Hop on over to meet the Easter Bunny, play an Easter game, get a treat & take a photo!
This FREE community event will be held at Kids Bloom • North Branch, located at the North Outlet Mall!
Kids of all ages are welcome!
We will have a ✨Super Fancy ✨set up and Professional Bunny for the best Easter Memories, you are welcome to take your own photos! 💕🌷🐇
Pokemon League
Welcome back Pokemon players. Pokemon league is officially back on - come participate in a very casual league. Bring a deck or ask to use one of ours. All ages welcome - the goal is to have fun!
Craft 'n' Chat
Let's get crafty and chatty at our Craft 'n' Chat series, led by library staff member Margaret, in the Discovery Center at the Cambridge Public Library.
This month, we will be decorating candle votives.
Please plan to arrive on time, as there will be lots of crafting to do in the time we have.
This event is recommended for ages 15 and up, and registration is required as space is limited.
Sponsored by the Cambridge Friends of the Library.
All materials provided.
Little Tumblers is back
Our very popular Little Tumblers Open Gym is back! Balance on the beam, swing on the
bars, and tumble around under the supervision of Gymnastics coaching staff. For children
ages 1 and walking-5. Enter the main door & check-in with a valid ID.
Pay at the door or online.
Mad Science with Mr. F
Come to the library and have fun with our monthly Mad Science event!
Learn the fundametals of air power during this month's Mad Science with Mr. F. Each student will build their own balloon powered car. We'll race our cars to see whose car travels the farthest.
This event is recommended for kids in grades 3-8. Registration is required for each attendee. Need a class later in the day? Try our 6pm class.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Easter Egg Shopping Event
Get Egg-cited for Our Easter Egg Shopping Event! Hop to each store to discover a surprise discounts on any $25 or more purchase. This eggs-traordinary event is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your home or wardrobe for the spring season. Don't miss out on cracking deals and egg-cellent savings! Hop in today!
Mad Science with Mr. F
Come to the library and have fun with our monthly Mad Science event!
Learn the fundametals of air power during this month's Mad Science with Mr. F. Each student will build their own balloon powered car. We'll race our cars to see whose car travels the farthest.
This event is recommended for kids in grades 3-8. Registration is required for each attendee. Need a class later in the day? Try our 6pm class.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Trap a Leprechaun at the Library!
Calling all builders, tinkerers, and engineers...the Cambridge Public Library has been overrun by Leprechauns!
Help us catch these mischief-makers by coming to the library to build a trap. You will get to leave your trap in the library to find out how effective your trap is.
Come back the next day and see how many leprechauns you caught! "Trap engineers” will each receive a report on how successful the trap was, along with a small prize.
All materials will be provided, supplied by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
This program is geared toward kids of preschool/school age, and registration is required as space is limited. Please register each builder separately.
Family Open Swim
Family fun open to all ages. Youth under 10 must be
accompanied by an adult. Preregistration is required. $8.00 per family
Pokemon League
Welcome back Pokemon players. Pokemon league is officially back on - come participate in a very casual league. Bring a deck or ask to use one of ours. All ages welcome - the goal is to have fun!
Let's Paint with Ms. Jackie
Join Ms. Jackie at the Cambridge Library for a painting class! She will get you started with some tips and tricks, and then it is your turn to get creative. Geared toward ages 5 and up - families are welcome to paint together! Please register each painter separately. All supplies provided by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.
Early Childhood Open Gym
Join us for some extra fun while school is out for children ages 8 and under. $5 per Family Pay at the door