CHAMBER HELPS BUSINESSES THRIVE
North Branch Chamber members help the community thrive . These local businesses are invested in the community , offering jobs and volunteer hours , as well as organizing fun events . The mission of the chamber is to enhance the relationship between businesses and community for a vibrant future .
Chamber members help connect local residents with each other at various events , including Winter Fest held annually in February ; the Buy Local Spring Expo & Home Show in April at the North Branch Area High School ; and the Fall Harvest Festival in September . The chamber also hosts regular Lunch & Learn events to facilitate networking among business owners .
For more details on events in the area and what the North Branch Area Chamber of Commerce is up to , check out the online calendar and other information at www . northbranchchamber . com . Contact the Chamber at 651-674-4077,6063 Main Street , North Branch , or contact @ NorthBranchChamber . com .
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CHECK OUT THE LOCAL LIBRARY
Built in 2005 , the North Branch Area Library is a part of the East Central Regional Library system and allows people to read , watch , listen and learn for free . Patrons can check out print and eBooks , eAudiobooks , music CDs , online magazines , back issues of print magazines , DVDs , books on CD , as a well as kits that include puzzles , games , storytime activities , fitness equipment , and more !
Residents can get a free library card by showing one form of photo identification and proof of their current address . Library patrons must have a card to borrow items and access the computers , and wireless internet is accessible for all . Other equipment available for public use includes a copier , microfilm reader / printer and fax machine . Scan to email from any copy machine , or print using a laptop or mobile device to any branch library .
Adults and children find activities to interest them , including preschool story times , a summer reading program and book-discussion groups . View upcoming programs by visiting the online Events Calendar at ecrlib . org .
A community room that accommodates up to 90 people and includes tables and chairs is available for rent . Anyone interested in reserving the space should visit or call the library during business hours .
The all-volunteer non-profit organization Friends of the North Branch Library supports the local facility by focusing public attention on its needs and raising funds to operate programs and provide library furnishings . The Friends welcome new members interested in advocating for the local library .
North Branch Area Library is located at 6355 379th St .; people can get more information by calling 651-674-8443 or nbmail @ ecrlib . org . Library hours are 9 a . m . to 6 p . m . Monday , Wednesday and Friday ; 9 a . m . to 8 p . m . Tuesday and Thursday ; and 10 a . m . to 3 p . m . Saturday .
Visit ecrlib . org / locations / north-branch-area-library for current services .
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