Woodcarving for Beginners & Intermediates through Community Education

Mark Your Calendars! Our Woodcarvers, Nick Reindl and Herb Johnson, are offering a special woodcarving class through Community Ed that is open to members and the public. This is an excellent opportunity to learn basic carving concepts and skills, with an emphasis on safety. Instruction will focus on simple figure carving and chip carving. Other…

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Upcoming February 2026 Happenings at The Center!

February may be the shortest month of the year, but those 28 days are packed at The Brainerd Center! Is 2026 going to be the year you try new things and meet new people? The Center offers its members 50+ activities and reasons to connect every week. Even if you are an introvert, stop by…

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Volunteer Opportunities at The Brainerd Center

Volunteerism is the heartbeat of a strong community. When people give their time, skills, and compassion, something powerful happens—connections are formed, lives are enriched, and everyone benefits. Volunteers help organizations do more than they could ever do alone, but the impact goes far beyond services and programs. Volunteering builds friendships, creates a sense of purpose,…

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