Brainerd Northside Neighborhood Association will host their annual block party Tuesday, August 9 from 5 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Gregory Park. All current and past residents of Brainerd’s Northside are invited to attend this community event in collaboration with the Brainerd Police Department. The event celebrates neighborhood unity; safety; police/community partnership; and crime, drug and violence prevention. The event includes a delicious picnic dinner, live music, museum programming by Wondertrek children’s museum and face painting. Get to know your neighbors, area law enforcement and fire department staff. Free will offerings accepted.