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Automated Water Meter Reading Coming in 2009
City Hall On October 13, 2008, the Brooklyn Center read each individual meter or deal with
Administration 569 -3300 City Council awarded a contract to install a inaccurate estimates.
Community Development
General 569 -3330 citywide automated water meter reading
Assessing 569 - 3310 (AMR) system to Northern Water Works Starting January 1, 2009, the project will
Code Enforcement 503 -3173 Supply of Blaine, Minnesota. Designed to be phased in according to billing districts,
Engineering 569 -3340 replacing all 9,000 meters over a ten -
Road Construction 569 -3342 last many years, the cost of the system is
Finance 569 - 3320 approximately $2.5 million and will
month period. The city aims to replace
Utility Billing 569 -3390 water meters with as little inconvenience
Community Center 569 -3400 include all residential and commercial to the residents or businesses as possible.
Sports weather Line 569 - 3442 properties. The new system will allow In most cases, a ty pical water meter
Earle Brown staff to drive through neighborhoods to yp ,
Heritage Center 569 -6300 replacement will take less than /z hour
Centerbrook Golf 569 -3239 read meters by radio telemetry rather with one appointment.
Fire 503 - 31.69 than stopping at each
Police (General Info) 569 -3333
Emergencies & Officer 911 property. According to billing districts, the
Assistance city will mail notifications to
Several cities have. businesses and residents in
implemented AMR order to set up appointments to
systems, reporting many change the meters. Water
benefits to customers, as meter replacement will be
.. well as city operations. coordinated by the City and
Customer service levels Northern Water Works Supply.
are improved through more timely and
accurate reporting of water usage each For more information about the AMR
• quarter. Residents will no longer be project, please visit the City's Public Works
required to read their own water meter webpage at
and send in the reading cards. Efficiencies www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org or call
are gained since city staff will not have to (763) 569 -3380.
New Year Greetings- Curt Boganey City Manager
• �- Development brought excitement to Brooklyn Center in 2008, from the approval of the
Minneapolis District FBI relocating to Brooklyn Center, to the construction of the Embassy
Suites Hotel next to the Earle Brown Heritage Center. In 2009 we will partner with
residents, businesses and community members to continue to address the goals
established by the City Council. Specifically, we will move aggressively to respond to the
number of vacant homes by implementing a new vacant building registration program.
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Continued on page 3...
The Election Results Are In you
l Voted
Brooklyn Center again had a great turnout at ,.
the polls. The extensive planning and reparation Residents Vote to Amend City Charter
had city staff and election judges ready for a busy The ballot question amending the Brooklyn Center
general election. According to Sharon Knutson, City charter was passed by voters 6,951 to 4,609. As a
Clerk, a record number of 208 absentee ballots were result, an administrative penalty system will be
processed on November 3, 2008. With close races in established by the City Council. An administrative
many districts, state law also required a re -count of penalty system is an alternative legal tool to the
ballots. Hennepin County Criminal Court System, and can be
used for enforcing certain types of city code violations.
Civic involvement or campaigning for public office takes
commitment, time and effort. We commend all the citizens Currently, violations of city code are processed as
that put in their time and effort to participate in the criminal offenses through the Hennepin County Court
democratic process, hold a public office or be a system, punishable by fines and /or possible jail
commissioner.
time. In an administrative penalty system, violators are
Two city council member seats were available with Tim issued fines by the city. If people receiving the fines
Roche and Kay Lasman declared the winners. The final vote feel they did not violate city ordinances, they may
tally is: appeal the fine to a third party hearing officer or
Tim Roche 5,627 through the existing process established by the
Kay Lasman 4,405 Hennepin County Court System. Several cities are
Ed Nelson 3,294 successfully using administrative penalty systems and
Mary O'Connor 3,118 can provide models for Brooklyn Center.
City Council Thanks Volunteer Citizen Commissions
The City of Brooklyn Center is very fortunate to have many dedicated citizens willing to serve on commissions. These
commissions provide an opportunity for citizens to assist the City Council in reviewing many important issues facing the
City of Brooklyn Center. There are four City advisory commissions, as well as the court - appointed Charter Commission
and three multi -city commissions. The City Council would like to publicly thank these commissioners for their dedicated
service in 2008. * Denotes that commissioner either resigned or term ended.
Financial Commission Muriel Lee Northwest Suburbs Cable
Mark Nemec, Chair Roger Peterson Communications Commission
Philip Berglin John Russell Rex Newman
Todd Boster Thomas Shinnick
Gene Maze * Dan Starling Charter Commission
Rex Newman Richard Theis * Stan Leino, Chair
Jessica Roerick * Gary Brown
Susan Shogren Smith Northwest Hennepin Human Services Gail Ebert
Council Advisory Commission H. Bruce Lund
Housing Commission Christine Eaton Harold Middleton
Steve Landis, Chair Joshua Xiong * Edward Nelson
Michael Johnson Mary Nierengarten
Gretchen Knutson Planning Commission Eileen Oslund
Kara Kuykendall * Sean Rahn, Chair Richard Phillips
Kris Lawrence - Anderson Kara Kuykendall Richard Theis
Judy Thorbus Stan Leino
Joshua Xiong Rachel Lund Shingle Creek and West Mississippi
Michael Parks Watershed Management Commissions
Park and Recreation Commission Timothy Roche Abiy Assefa
Bud Sorenson, Chair Della Young Kathleen Carmody
Gail Ebert
Beauty Peace Brooklyn Ce nter
i Landsca i Garden Contest Winners
Each year the City Council recognizes residents who take extraordinary efforts to make their yards and gardens
exceptional. Their care of their property not only enriches their lives, but also enhances the quality of life in the
community. This year six residents were recognized for their achievements.
"Must See Drive By
� Rain Garden"
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Rochelle Ralph
Dallas Road
"Backyard Cottage Garden"
Juliana Fick
Dupont Ave N
"Corner Appeal Garden"
Heidi Winters
a c le 71 Ave N
"Welcome Home Garden"
Erwin, Susie, Jason &
Kobe Heisler
Halifax Ave N
"Backyard Fantasy Retreat"
Linda Davis
Toledo Ave N
"Small World Streetscape"
�I Jackie Lindquist
Willow Lane 4`
Continued from front page...
New Year Greetings- Boganey, City Manager
We expect to market the sale of EDA owned properties on 1 -694, Highway 100 and Bass Lake Road as we pursue the
redevelopment goal of the City Council. With the recently approved charter amendment, we will implement an
administrative penalty process to expedite resolution of neighborhood nuisance violations. Finally, the community will
continue planning for the city's 100 year anniversary celebration that takes place in February 2011. The City Council,
city staff and I wish you a very safe, prosperous and healthy new year.
Teen Zone Brochure City Council Recognizes Random Acts of Kindness
Wins Award
At its meeting of October 27, 2008, the Brooklyn Center City Council
recognized people who had been nominated to receive a Random Acts of
Kindness award during 2008. This year 30 individuals and one elementary
school were nominated to receive recognition for their Random Acts of
Kindness.
Random Acts submitted included picking up trash; watching over the
neighborhood; lending a helping hand to neighbors; plowing snow, mowing
grass, raking leaves, and trimming shrubbery; adopting a park; donating and
planting flowers; beautifying the neighborhoods; providing transportation;
giving home -grown vegetables to neighbors; watching over the neighbor's
A brochure to market programs house; donating to CEAP; greeting and welcoming new neighbors; mowing
and activities to teens wins an right -of -way sidewalk areas in front of vacant homes; cleaning up the area
award from the Minnesota around a neighborhood bus stop; kind efforts in support of the Brooklyn
Recreation and Park Center garden contest; promoting Brooklyn Center history; donating backpacks
Association for Communication to area school students; keeping businesses and our highways and streets
and Marketing. The brochure looking good; beautifying ood; beautif in the grounds around a church; supporting community
was created as part of a events; and being a good business and community partner.
multiagency effort to provide
constructive activities for teens The City Council extended its appreciation to all who participated in this year's
over the summer. The Random Acts of Kindness recognition, to those making nominations, and
brochure marketed new especially to those who have contributed to the quality of life in Brooklyn
programs such as The Spot, Center.
Trip'n and Summer Teen
Theater. Pictures of the award recipients can be found on the City's website at
www.citvofbrooklyncenter.org.
The agencies include the Parks
& Recreation Departments of
Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Mark Allen Darrel Nelson
and Maple Grove; District 279 Paul Andersen John Noreen
Community Education; and
North Hennepin Community Don Deppa Palmer Lake Elementary School Staff
College. Lee and Polly Engh Sue Rice
Wendy Erlien Tim Roche
These and other out -of- school Pastor Marilyn Evans Larry Saas
youth programs are planned to Ann Gallagher Darryl Sannes
continue in 2009. If you know Edna and George Gunderson Don Schriefels
teens with idle time, please Rich Hadokowitz Pat Snodgrass
encourage them to participate Gary and Mavis Kuensting Caren Staples
in these constructive and fun Jim Liston Jan Tieden
activities. Carolyn Livingston Kari and Chad Tolifson
For more information, please Brenda Malone Tom Trombley
check out the Brooklyn Center Mike Masica
website in spring 2009 for teen
programs and activities.
To nominate someone who has performed an act of kindness, please call the City
Clerk at (763) 569 -3306 or visit the City's web site at
'` www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
Going DTV- Digital Television Transition
13.5 million U.S.
households will be
At Midnight on February 17, 2009, all full -power
television stations in the United States will stop affected
broadcasting analog and switch to 100% digital Are •
broadcasting (DTV). Digital broadcasting promises to
provide a clearer picture, more programming options and
will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders.
Not everyone will be affected by the DTV transition in the
same way. How can you get rid of your old TV?
If you purchased a new TV, you can give your old TV
Who will be affected by the DTV transition? away at www.twincitiesfreemarket.org or recycle it for
free at the Hennepin County Recycling Center, 8100
• If you have an analog TV set that receives free TV Jefferson Hwy. in Brooklyn Park.
broadcasting, through rooftop antenna or "rabbit
ears ". Will cablecasting of council meetings be affected?
• If your TV is more than 10 years old. If the TV is less For those of you who tune in to cable Channel 16 to
than 10 years old, check with the owner's manual or
watch City Council Meetings, good news! According to
manufacturer.
• If you have an analog TV that does not receive local Tim Gaffron, NW Community Television, DTV will not
broadcast stations through a paid provider, such as impact local cablecasting of the Council Meetings. At this
cable or satellite providers. time, Comcast delivers signals to customers in both
digital and analog format. As the city schedules
equipment replacement for broadcasting meetings,
If you are affected, what are your options? digital wiring and equipment should be considered to
meet future changes and needs.
• Do not receive TV broadcasts- Yes, this is an option.
• Keep your analog TV and purchase a "digital -to- For more information about the DTV transition, please
analog converter box ". visit www.dtv.gov or www.dtv2009.gov For other
• Keep your analog TV and contract television recycling questions, please call (763) 493 -8006.
broadcasting through a paid provider such as cable I — — — — —
or satellite. TV Converter Box I
• Purchase a new TV with a digital tuner. Note: High I
definition digital television (HDTV) is not the same as Coupon Program I
DTV. Although HDTV is a type of digital signal, you I The federal government is offering each household up
are not required to buy a HDTV to watch DTV. to two $40 coupons that can be applied toward the cost I
I of eligible converter boxes. The number of coupons
I available is limited and applications for coupons must I
be received by March 31, 2009. I
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Digital -to- analog converter boxes I
Call the Coupon Program's 24 -hour hotline at
are available in stores that sell electronics equipment 1- 888 -DTV -2009 I
and through various online mail order retailers. The cost I (1- 888 - 388 - 2009),
for a basic converter box is between $40 and $70. This is TTY: 1- 877 - 530 -2634 (English TTY) or I
a one -time cost. The federal government is offering a I 1- 866 - 495 -1161 (Spanish TTY) or
Coupon Program for households that are affected by the Apply online at www.dtv2009.gov I
DTV switch. I—
Neighborhood Park Get-Togethers
In alignment with the City Council's Core members of the community can Contact Your Local Law Enforcement
2008 goal of improving assist in problem - solving within their Agency
communication with the community, own neighborhoods. Having a The next step is to partner with the
four meetings were held within Neighborhood Watch Block is an Brooklyn Center Police Department. A
Brooklyn Center's parks to provide important step in working together to good line of communication between
information on crime, reduce crime. Due to a significant your group and law enforcement is
redevelopment, code enforcement, change in homeownership, several vital to a successful program.
and other City activities. neighborhoods need a Neighborhood
Watch Captain. You can help re- Once registered with the Police
• The first meeting of this kind was energize this important Crime Department, you will receive
held on July 23 in Bellvue Park, Prevention program. information about Neighborhood
with 116 attendees. Watch groups, a quarterly newsletter,
• The second meeting was held f - and statistical information about
indoors due to rain on August 20 ! Become a Neighborhood crimes occurring in your
at the Lutheran Church of the Watch Captain now and be neighborhood. You will also gain
Master with 126 attendees. part of the first training access to guest speakers for your
• The third meeting was held on program, in February 2009, meetings, and may schedule premise
August 26 at Northport Park with designed specifically for surveys for homes on your block. You
86 attendees. Watch Captains. may obtained Neighborhood Watch
• The fourth meeting was held on signs and stickers from the Police
September 18 at Willow Lane Park Department.
with 98 attendees.
HOW TO START A Plan Your First Meeting
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH GROUP Now that you and your planning
Organize your block group have organized your block and
h;u Once you decide to be a
registered with the Police
;
Neighborhood Watch Captain, the Department, it is time to plan your
first step is to organize your block by first meeting. Coordinating your first
going door -to -door, and talking with meeting involves setting a date and
neighbors about participating in time that will work for the majority of
Bellvue Meeting Neighborhood Watch your members and finding a suitable
program. Outline the benefits of the location. Remember you are the
program and how it helps neighbors "eyes and ears" of the community,
get to know one another as well as and we want our help.
Because of the excellent turnout, the prevent crime. y
City plans to continue hosting these
types of meetings in 2009. Form a planning group To start a Neighborhood Watch
Although you have volunteered to be Group, please contact the Crime
These meetings provided an the Neighborhood Watch Captain, it Prevention Specialist at (763) 503 -
opportunity for community members is important to have a group of 3272,
to receive City updates for their residents that help organize two
neighborhood, meet each other, and meetings per year; who stand in as a Every day active watch groups
talk to City staff. Comment cards block watch Captain if you cannot; or call police about suspicious
to assist in disseminating information behavior that leads to the
were available at each meeting for to the block. With a united g oal, g apprehension of offenders.
residents to ask questions and offer please invite anyone who volunteers
feedback. Please do not let crimes go
to participate in the planning group.
unreported.
Are You 60 years or Older & Need Help
Community Events
with Home Maintenance Chores? A c�
Centennial ~
p$ Cf "ba (from _Edge Although Edie was 14 '
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camera shy at the time of the interview, some of you Committee r• �'
likely know her. Edie has lived in her Brooklyn Center
home for 51 years. She is one of three people left on her
In February 2011 the City IS Cam^"
block that moved into their new homes in 1957, when of Brooklyn Center will celebrate its 100` birthday. The
the back of their lots was still a large vegetable farm. Centennial Celebration Committee's Mission is to
Edie says she still enjoys her neighborhood and has no collaboratively share and celebrate the past 100 year
plans to move. history of Brooklyn Center and to inspire continued
greatness and distinction for the second century. To be
Edie worked in the office at North Hennepin Community part of the committee or share your ideas, please
College for many years. When she retired, she took care contact:
of two of her grandchildren three days a week. Her Diane Sannes, Committee Chair............ (763) 560 -8893
daughter, son -in -law and grandchildren live nearby, Sue LaCrosse, Recreation Program
while another son lives in another state. Supervisor .......................(763) 569 -3400
Edie is a very active senior, driving to Maple Grove Brooklyn Historical Society Announces New
Senior Center to listen to speakers or to participate in Hall of Fame Members
activities and have lunch. Because she is in such good
physical health, Edie is able to keep her home tidy, but The Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS) 2008 Hall of Fame
sometimes needs help with some of the maintenance inductees will be announced at the BHS Annual Meeting on
chores. January 24,2009 at the Brooklyn Park City Hall Council
Chambers. The Brooklyn Center Hall of Fame started in
H.O.M.E. is a non - profit agency and a program of Senior 1988 by inducting Mary Jane Gustafson and Earle Brown.
Community Services, sponsored by the City of Brooklyn The Brooklyn Park Hall of Fame was initiated in 1998 with
Center. H.O.M.E. has provided assistance to Edie since Eldon Tessman and Evelyn Schmidt being the first
2004. H.O.M.E. painter Mark, has stained her deck, inductees.
painted ceilings in her bedroom and bath areas, and
painted her basement stairway and kitchen. Art, one of For more information, please call Diane Sannes, Chair, at
H.O.M.E.'s handypersons, has installed a safety bar in (763) 560 -8893.
Edie's bathroom, put plastic on her porch windows to
prevent cold drafts in the winter, and changed her front Learn How to Prevent Storm Water
door from a screen insert to a storm window. Pollution
H.O.M.E. helps many seniors like Edie who wish to Please join us to learn about the City's Storm Water
remain in the home they have lived in for many years. If Pollution Program on January 14, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. in
you are a senior age 60 years of age or older and need the Brooklyn Center Council Chambers at City Hall,
help with maintenance chores around your home, please 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway.
call (763) 450 -4311. As part of the General Permit for the National
Pollution Discharge Elimination System /State Disposal
Contributed by Kitty Engle, Program Director, H. O. M. E. System Permit Program, City staff will present an
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overview of the City's Storm Water Pollution
�- -t Prevention Program and report on the status of
implementing storm water best management
practices. Following the presentation, there will be an
opportunity to ask questions and provide public
comment. The Storm Water Pollution Prevention
' Program documents are available for public review at
the Engineering Division office at City Hall, Monday
through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
The Foreclosure Challenge- Focusing on Opportunities in Brooklyn Center
One of the most challenging issues facing Brooklyn Center is the high
number of foreclosures, and all the issues associated with Foreclosures in Brooklyn Center
foreclosures such as vacant properties, nuisances, and neighborhood June 1, 2006 to Dec. 31, 2006 ........................ 73
stabilization. Although not unique to Brooklyn Center, the City has Jan. 1, 2007 to Dec. 31, 2007 ....................... 254
been impacted more than most cities in Hennepin County. Jan. 1, 2008 to Oct. 31, 2008 ......................... 335
Suburban Hennepin County Foreclosures
In April, the City Council discussed foreclosure strategies. The goal of Jan. 1, 2007 to Sept. 30, 2008 ................... 5,723
the City in addressing the foreclosure problem is to prevent further Almost 112 of foreclosures occurred in cities of
foreclosures, promote neighborhood stability, reduce the number of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, New
vacant properties, promote owner - occupancy, and pursue Hope, Richfield, Robbinsdole.
redevelopment opportunities. A significant number of actions are Property Vacancy Occurrences Within the Year
being taken in order to minimize the impact of foreclosures as well as Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2007 ..... ............................... 101
plan for the future. A comprehensive four -step approach has been Jan. 1 to Oct. 31, 2008 ..... ............................... 232
developed in order to address foreclosures from both an immediate Currently Vacant Homes as of Nov. 1, 2008...... 234
needs and long -term perspective. Coordination among City (Difference in totals indicates re- occupancy)
departments, the community, other government agencies, non - profit *Due to continual fluctuations in housing market
groups and private entities continues to be a key factor for success. and tracking capacity, numbers may vary slightly.
Although the foreclosure and housing problem creates challenges for the City, it also provides an opportunity for re-
building and revitalization. Where purchasing a home through traditional financing was difficult as housing prices
soared, the reduction in home prices has made purchasing a home possible for some people. Focusing and capitalizing
on opportunities in Brooklyn Center is an important aspect in the foreclosure strategy.
A Four Step Foreclosure Strategy A Plan in Motion
A few foreclosure related activities are listed below:
Step 1. Data Collection
♦ Tracking foreclosures and foreclosure data back to June
Identifying the scope and depth of foreclosures
2006, when the number of foreclosures started climbing.
and its impact on the community in order to
develop effective action plans. Although initial • Developing and distributing foreclosure information for
analysis is already complete, monitoring citizens, and providing referrals to counseling services
conditions as the housing market fluctuates and and events. Information is distributed through the
evolves is an ongoing process. website, at community meetings, crime watch groups, in
city hall, and by city staff upon request.
Step 2. Neighborhood Stabilization
Evaluating the condition of properties, eliminating • Established VacantWatch, a mechanism to promote
imminent health and life safety hazards, securing interactive communication between the neighbors and
buildings, and minimizing nuisances. city staff in monitoring vacant properties. Neighbor
involvement has been crucial in reporting new vacancies,
Step 3. Prevention and Intervention changes in occupancy and suspicious activities at
Preventing or assisting individuals facing properties resulting in corrections and arrests.
foreclosure through education and referral
activities. ♦ Completed an analysis of vacant single family residential
properties in August of 2008. Identified, evaluated
Step 4. Reinvestment property conditions, took immediate actions to eliminate
Promoting re- occupancy of vacant properties, with health and life safety hazards and secure the properties,
a focus on safe and decent housing and owner- and obtained information to assess short -term and long -
occupancy. term strategies. A copy of the full report is available on
the city website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
♦ Performed periodic evening monitoring of vacant About Vacant Properties in Brooklyn Center based on foreclosure data, housing market speculation and
properties for security and criminal activities. findings of the Vacant Single Family Residential Properties
Although vandalism at vacant properties in Analysis (August 2008)
Brooklyn Center has been low, some people
committing criminal activities were apprehended. C% The number of vacant properties fluctuates, but is
♦ Ongoing communications with Hennepin County expected to be high for the next 3 years. The status of the
property, ownership, responsible parties, and numbers can
and the State of Minnesota to provide change daily. Some properties were vacant for two years.
information regarding the community needs and
More than 190 vacant single family properties were
best use of federal funding, which is anticipated identified in the city at that time. Although variable, more
to be available early 2009. than 200 vacant properties have existed.
As part of the reinvestment strategy, the city has v Approximately 84% of the vacant properties had one or
been communicating with realtors, mortgage more code violation(s), everything from health /life safety
companies, community groups and citizens hazards to general nuisances.
regarding potential programs that would best Approximately 47 % of the properties (viewed from the
meet the city goals of safe and decent housing, exterior only) were considered outdated, had little curb
promote owner - occupancy, and re -build and add appeal or had significant code violations.
value to the housing stock in Brooklyn Center. U Significant city resources and costs are being spent to deal
Some options being considered include with problems associated with vacant properties, often
homeownership assistance programs, housing shifting resources from other program areas.
rehabilitation programs, and demolition of Early intervention with vacant properties helps to ensure
substandard properties. community standards, while increasing citizen satisfaction.
0 The presence of vacant homes and foreclosures on a block
♦ On November 10, 2008, the City Council passed is impacting the sale prices of open market
an amendment to the vacant building ordinance. transactions. Some properties are being listed below or
The purpose of the ordinance is to help track and near land values.
manage the conditions of vacant properties,
provide a method to improve communication and
education for interim owners and potential
buyers, facilitate long -term foreclosure and New Vacant Building Requirements
revitalization strategies, and help recover some of
the city's costs to address vacant properties, An owner, mortgage company or other responsible
focusing on those parties that use excessive city party must register a residential or commercial
resources. The ordinance goes into effect property that is vacant for more than 30 days.
December 20, 2008, with registration planned for => Properties vacant for more than 365 days, without an
February 2009. approved property plan, may be demolished.
=> A property plan, which includes operational
'{ information and a plan for re- occupying the property,
I must be developed.
kw
=> Actions must be taken to ensure the property is
secured and maintained in good condition.
An inspection prior to re- occupancy is required to
#` ensure the property meets minimum health and
- safety standards.
After =-> A streamlined process for correction of nuisances and
city - facilitated abatements is established.
Neighbors reported an abandoned house with trash, junk and =-> Unpaid registration fees and costs of abatements and
unsafe garage. City had trash /junk cleaned up and garage secured city services may be specially assessed to the
upon abandonment; then worked with mortgage company who property.
demolished the unsafe garage.
Fire Safety Tips- Stay Safe
According to the U.S. Fire smoke alarms is Fire S afety & Prevention Remin ders
Administration, more than 3,400 recommended.
civilians died in fires in 2007, and Combination smoke and Plan and practice escape routes
84% of all civilian fire deaths carbon monoxide several times a year.
occurred in residences. As of detectors are also
November 1, 2008, 36 people have available. f1/ Make sure your whole family knows when and
how to call emergency telephone numbers.
died of fires in Minnesota this year.
are To meet the needs of
However, thousands of
people people with hearing (Obtain and learn how to use a fire extinguisher.
saved by smoke and carbon
monoxide detectors. Alarm systems disabilities, some p/ Install carbon monoxide detectors.
alarms use strobe lights
are early warning systems that that flash and /or vibrate VConsider installing residential fire
protect you from the danger of fire, in addition to sound. sprinklers in your home.
by allowing you a chance to escape.
What Type of Smoke Alarm Should Where Should You that day. If your smoke alarm
You Buy? Install a Smoke Alarm? starts making a "chirping" noise,
Among the many brands are two Smoke alarms should be installed on replace the batteries and reset it.
every level of your home, including
basic types- ionization and the basement. Since many fatal fires When Should You Replace a Smoke
photoelectric.
begin late at night or in the early Alarm?
Ionization alarms sound more morning, install smoke alarms both
quickly when a flaming, fast moving inside and outside sleeping areas. Most alarms installed today should
be replaced every 8 -10 years.
fire occurs. Photoelectric alarms are
Follow manufacturer's instructions. Write the date of purchase with a
quicker at sensing smoldering, marker on the inside of your alarm
smoky fires. Dual sensor smoke Where Can You Buy a Smoke so you know when to replace it.
alarms combine both types. Alarm?
Some newer alarms have the
The installation of both ionization Many hardware, home supply, or purchase date written inside.
and photoelectric, or dual sensor general merchandise stores carry
smoke alarms. Why Does the Alarm Sound When
You Are Cooking?
Are Smoke Alarms Hard to Install?
You may be creating smoke and it's
If smoke alarms are hard -wired into doing its job. Do not disable your
the electrical system, a licensed smoke alarm if it alarms due to
electrician is recommended. An
cooking or other non -fire causes.
-" Smoke alarms on electrical permit is required. Clear the air by waving a towel near
every level, in each For battery powered smoke alarms, the alarm, but leave the batteries in
sleeping room, and you need a screw driver for place. In other cases, the alarm
outside each installation, unless you find a self- may need to be moved to a new
sleeping area. adhesive brand that sticks to the location or may need replacement.
wall or ceiling. Follow Some of the newer models have a
manufacturer's instructions since "hush" button for silencing
brands vary. If you are nuisance alarms.
i uncomfortable standing on a ladder,
ask a relative or friend for help. For more information, please
Check alarms every month. contact the Brooklyn Center Fire
Replace batteries every year. How Can You Remember to Department at (763) 569 -3160.
Replace smoke alarms every 10 years. Replace the Batteries? More fire statistics can be found at
Follow manufacturer's instructions. Pick a holiday or your birthday and www.fire.state.mn.us or
*Diagram from US Consumer Product replace the batteries each year on www.usfa.dhs.gov
IM Safety Commission
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow- But Keep It Off the Streets Please
Minnesotans are tough, and rarely let winter weather interfere with their daily
lives. Snow removal activities are critical in ensuring commerce, traffic flow,
emergency response, and general conveniences. Your cooperation continues to be
a significant reason the Public Works Department continues to be successful
clearing the streets of snow. Please keep fire
hydrants clear of snow.
When snowfall exceeds 2.5 inches, the streets are plowed. Sidewalks are cleared In the event of a fire,
of snow after a one -inch snowfall. Crews begin plowing as soon as the storm valuable time may be lost
subsides. A snow plow operator is assigned to each of the ten districts. Arterial if the fire department has
streets are cleared first, followed by residential streets. The snow plow makes to locate and remove
several passes up and down the street to remove snow. Because plowing routes snow from a hydrant.
are long, it may take more than an hour between passes. Seconds matter!
Residents can help snow plow activities, prevent accidents, and minimize
annoyances by paying attention to the following:
Remember Vehicles
• Do not place garbage and recycling containers in the street or on sidewalks. obstructing snow
Place them on the driveway or boulevard area for pickup, then remove them removal activities or
parked on the street
from public view after pickup. overnight may be towed.
• Do not allow children to play in the street, build snow forts or play in the
snow piles made by the plows. Snow plow operators often cannot see
children in snow banks, and children can be buried in the snow or seriously
hurt.
• Stay back from snow plows and trucks. Never pass a snowplow. They create
dangerous snow clouds that not only contain snow, but road debris such as
rocks and sand. Snow conditions often require that the snowplow driver stop City employees
and back up before continuing; this can create a potential accident when efforts to keep you moving,
vehicles follow too closely. comfortable • Do not park vehicles in the street during snowplowing activities or overnight the snowy winter between 2 am -6 am. Vehicles obstructing snow plowing activities may be season. Thank you for your courtesy
towed.
• patience.
• Please remove unauthorized obstructions from the boulevard area. Items
such as landscape rocks, sprinkler systems, fences, bollards, timbers, shrubs,
retaining walls, gardens, and large permanent mailbox installations To r epo rt
(constructed of concrete, brick, wood, etc.) are not allowed on the boulevard- pl
the area 10 -15 feet back from the edge of the street. The boulevard is reserved
for snow storage and utility placements. Not only can snow plow equipment • • -
be damaged from contact with boulevard obstructions, objects in the .
boulevard may be damaged during winter snowplowing operations when they Monday-Friday
are struck by heavy snow and ice or snowplowing equipment. The City does •.
not repair or replace unauthorized items damaged in the boulevard.
Although plugged driveways are unavoidable side effects of snow plowing Emergency: 911
activities, waiting until the street is fully plowed and shoveling and piling snow in
the same direction of the snow plowing may help reduce the frustration of
shoveling twice.
Beware of Scams Targeting the Elderly
Important Contact Information The City has received reports from residents about scams
targeting the elderly. Con artists and swindlers use many ploys
to separate you from your money. Fortunately, there are a few
City of Brooklyn Center simple things you can do to protect yourself.
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 - 2199 Do not give personal information, especially financial
vwn city ofbrool_lyrn_cpt2i ur_g information, to someone you don't know — whether you
e -mail: info @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us are approached at your front door, on the street, at the
City Hall (763) 569 -3300 shopping center, or on the telephone.
Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307 If people call you on the phone and ask for your social
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served •
by the MN Relay Service 711 (TTY /Voice) security credit card or bank account number, do not give it
to them. You have no sure way of verifying who they say
Council Members for 2009 (Beginning Jan. 1) they are.
Mayor Tim Willson
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450 Be wary of anyone who calls or approaches you and asks
e -mail: mayorwillson @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
for cash for any reason. People posing as law enforcement
Councilmember Kay Lasman officials, bank examiners and others cheat unsuspecting
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448 victims out of millions of dollars each year. No legitimate
e -mail: councilmemberlasman @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
police officer, bank official, or government agency will ever
Councilmember Tim Roche ask you for cash. Legitimate sweepstake and contest
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447 operators never require the "winners" to give money in
e -mail: council memberroche @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
order to collect their prizes.
Councilmember Dan Ryan
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3445 Another scam involves faking an injury. A scammer claims to
e -mail: councilmemberryan @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us have a connection to law enforcement and tells a senior that a
Councilmember Mark Yelich child or other close family member has been seriously injured or
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3444 is in jail. The scammer then convinces the senior to give him or
e -mail: councilmemberyelich @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us her money for medical treatment or bail.
City Manager If you or a loved one suspects or is a victim of a scam, please
Curt Boganey contact 911 immediately. For more information, please contact
(763) 569 - 3300 the Crime Prevention Specialist at (763) 503 -3272.
City Council Meetings *Information provided by National Crime Prevention Council & AARP.
City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and 4th
Monday of the month at 7 PM.
Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council meetings for New Public Works & Engineering
persons who wish to address the City Council about issues not Director Joins BC Management Team
scheduled on the agenda.
City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following the On October 20, 2008 Steve Lillehaug joined the city
Regular Session City Council meetings. management team filling the vacant
Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16. Public Works Director /City Engineer
Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 2:30 AM position. With eleven years experience
and 10:30 AM. in public and private sectors, Steve most
Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300 or visit the recently served as the Assistant City
City's web site www.citvofbrookl\/ncenter.org Engineer for the City of Minnetonka.
Prior to that, he was the Traffic
Engineer /Assistant City Engineer for
If you have important community news, an interesting story Edina and a project engineer /manager
or ideas to share, please contact City Hall at (763) 569 -3300. with a private consulting group. Steve is
Q� also a seven -year U.S. Army Veteran. If
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JANUARY CLASS DROP -IN CALENDAR
Take advantage of these classes that meet before the new winter session begins. A great opportunity to try a variety of classes &
meet the instructors. Interested participants are welcome to drop -in. See page 16 for fitness & senior drop -in card options & fees.
Classes meet at the Brooklyn Center Community Center except where NV (North View) is indicated. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
I HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2 ?
Community Center Closed
4 5 Aerobic Fitness & Fem j e Senior Aqua, 9:30 AM 7 8 Aerobic Fitness & Fun 9 Senior Aqua2, 9:45 AM 10 Aqua Ex, 8:00 AM
65 +, 9:30 AM Aqua Ex, 10:30 AM 65 +, 9:30 AM
Arthritis Aqua, Mat Pilates, 6:15 PM Aqua Ex, 9:45 AM Sat. Aerobic Step Combo,
10:00 AM Aqua Ex, 6:30 PM NV Strengtb Training, 8:30 AM —Note: at CC
Strength Training, Aerobic Cardin Dance, 10:30 AM
10:30 AM 7 :15 PM Deep Water, 6:30 PM NV
Deep Water. 11:00 AM Deep Water, 725 PM NV Aqua Ex, 7:25 PM NV
Strength T'ralnina Hack &
Abs for Women, 6:15 PM
11 12 1? 14 Aqua ShaMw & Deep, 15 16 17
8:45 AM
Arthritis Aqua. 9:45 AM
21 Aqua Shallow & Deep,
8:45 ,kM
Arthritis Aqua, 9:45 AM
QBbe AQUA EXERCISE — SENIOR AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP WATER COMBO
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women Our "combo" class combines warm up, stretching,
62 years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age aerobic exercise and strength training for a full body
requirement.) You do not need to be a swimmer or put your workout. The class is designed for all fitness levels and can be
face in the water. If you are registering for the first time, please easily modified for a lower or higher intensity workout. Seniors
furnish your doctor's name & number. Registration Fee may register for activity #11487 for $28.50; senior fee not
$28.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor LeVon. available online. Registration Fee $30.75/10 Sessions. Classes
Day Begins Time Location Activity # 50 minutes.
Tues. Jan. 13 9:30 a.m. CC 11479 Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
Wed. Jan. 14 7:25 p.m. CC Heidi 11486
Qnhe AQUA EXERCISE 2 SENIOR Wed. Jan. 28 8:45 a.m. CC Vicki 11487
This class is for persons who are ready to take their Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swimsuits;
water exercise workout to the next level. Water buoys
and unique variations using the noodle are all part of the sorry, we are not responsible.
challenge. You are encouraged to participate in the intensity Qdin AQUA EXERCISE —DEEP WATER
level that works for you! Registration Fee $28.50/10 Sessions. WORKOUT
Classes 50 minutes. Instructor LeVon.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # If you are looking for a different experience in water
Fri. Jan. Begins
9 a.m. CC 114 exercise, try this class! Using a floatation device, the instructor
combines aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and
Qnh AQUA EXERCISE water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! Class is
Water power! Join this invigorating high- designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a
energy class, which includes a warm up, lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming skills are not
cardio and full body toning. You are encouraged to required but participants should be comfortable in deep water.
participate in the intensity level that suits you best. Floatation belts and noodles are furnished. Seniors may
It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! Seniors may register register for Monday class, activity #11488 for $28.50; senior
for Tuesday morning activity #11481 for $28.50 and fee not available online. Registration Fee $30.75/10 Sessions.
Thursday morning activity #11483 for $28.50; senior fee not Classes 50 minutes.
available online. Registration Fee $30.75/10 Sessions. Classes Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
50 minutes. Mon. Jan. 12 11:00 a.m. CC Jean 11488
Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # Tues. Jan. 13 7:25 p.m. NVJH Kathy Jo 11489
Tues. Jan. 13 10:30 a.m. CC LeVon 11481 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:30 p.m. NVJH Jean 11490
Tues. Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. NVJH Kathy Jo 11482
Thurs. Jan. 15 9:45 a.m. CC Jean 11483 ��, PRENATAL & POSTPARTUM
Thurs. Jan. 15 7:25 p.m. NVJH Jean 11484 �� WATER EXERCISE
Sat. Jan. 17 8:00 a.m. CC Jean 11485 See page 15.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 14 Recreation Brochure
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PRENATAL & POSTPARTUM Wine MAT PILATES
WATER EXERCISE Pilates is a body sculpting system utilizing gentle "non -
Check out our newest class for moms to barring" total body exercises and proper breathing
be and new moms! This class is designed to techniques. Improve your health, posture, body composition.
have you cushioned and supported in the water Open to all exercise abilities. Wear comfortable clothes. No
while providing a cardio and strength workout. You will love class Feb. 16 & Mar. 23 for #11499. Classes 50 minutes.
the soothing effect of the water! No swimming skills needed Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
since these easy to follow exercises are performed in chest deep Classes once a week, $30.75/10 Sessions
water. For women who have just had a baby, the class jump Tues. Jan. 13 6:15 p.m. CC LeVon 11498
starts the drive to get back in shape at the right pace. If you are Classes once a week, $24.75/8 Sessions
pregnant or less than 12 weeks postpartum, a signed health care Mon. Jan. 26 Noon CC Dee Dee 11499
provider release form is required. The form is available online STRENGTH TRAINING
at www.citvofbrooklyncenter.or� by calling 763 - 569 -3405. "Strong women &men stay young." Age 30 or
The class is ongoing; new participants may join at any time.
Registration Fee $18.75/5 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. 90, fit or unfit, this program can build bone
Instructor LeVon. density, lose weight, gain strength & energy. Basic
Day Begins Time Location Activity # exercises using weights are geared to individual ability & can
Tues. Jan. 13 7:25 p.m. CC 11491 put you in the shape needed for a healthier & more active
Tues. Feb. 17 7:25 p.m. CC 11492 lifestyle. Authorities claim strength training can decrease risk
for diabetes, heart disease & osteoporosis. If you own weights,
Qdine ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE bring them. Otherwise, wait until after first class before
Joining a water exercise class gives you opportunity to purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle weights. Join this class for
exercise in warm water. Participating can help decrease an energy overhaul! No class Jan. 28 & Feb. 25 for class
pain & stiffness. Class concentrates on walking, warm -ups, #11502. Classes 50 minutes.
range of motion of all major joints & low- impact exercises. Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
Questions, call Kathy 763 -569 -3405. Registration Fee Classes once a week, $28.50/10 Sessions
$30.75/10 Sessions. Instructors are trained by the Arthritis Mon. Jan. 12 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 11500
Foundation. Classes 50 minutes. Thurs. Jan. 15 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 11501
Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # Classes once a week, $24.75/8 Sessions
Mon. Jan. 12 10:00 a.m. CC Jean 11493 Wed. Jan. 14 6:15 p.m. CC Sue 11502
Wed. Jan. 14 6:30 p.m. CC Heidi 11494
Wed. Jan. 28 9:45 a.m. CC Vicki 11495 QnhW STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" —
FOR WOMEN
POOL ACCESS See class description above. This class includes weekly
Brooklyn Center Community Center "AB" workout & specific strength training exercises for lower
Pool features a full ramp with handrail to provide back. Reg. Fee $30.75/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Inst. Vicki.
complete access to persons in wheelchairs and /or with Day Begins Time Location Activity #
physical limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end. Mon. Jan. 12 6:15 p.m. CC 11503
North View - Easy Ladder® AEROBIC COMBO — SATURDAY
Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with these gently Come alone, meet new people, make an exercise date
sloping steps. (Weight capacity 300 lbs.) Easy Ladder was
made possible through a generous donation from a with a friend or make it a family affair. This low impact
participant, District 279 Community Education Services great cardio workout class offers a variety of exercises used to
& City of Brooklyn Center. challenge all fitness levels. You are encouraged to participate in
the intensity level that suits you best. There will be a 10 minute
warm -up, 20 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 minutes of
Shin gle CC = Community Center, 6301 step, (for persons unable to do step, the same patterns may
Hi gh, NVJH = North View Jr. be done on the floor during this segment) followed by cool
down and strength training. If you own weights, bring them.
QBhe AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN Otherwise, wait until after first class before purchasing hand
FOR 65+ € held, wrist or ankle weights. Registration Fee $30.75/10
Think about starting the day in this fun class! Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Cindy. f � me Location Act
Time Day Begins Ti Activity #
Bev is an inspiring instructor who knows how to Sat. Jan. Begins
8 a.m. NVJH 115
keep you motivated with a variety of exercises. This morning
program emphasizes energizing routines designed to improve Qnhe AEROBICS —LOW IMPACT
strength, flexibility and endurance at a level safe and High energy, low impact! As you move to music
comfortable for you. This class is directed towards increase your endurance level and burn fat. Fun easy -to
individuals 65 years and older. Come join us! Registration learn combinations suitable for all levels. Sue's enthusiasm will
Fee $28.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Bev. get you moving! Registration Fee $24.75/8 Sessions. No class
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Jan. 28 & Feb. 25. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Sue.
Mon. Jan. 12 9:30 a.m. CC 11496 Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Thurs. Jan. 15 9:30 a.m. CC 11497 Wed. Jan. 14 5:15 p.m. CC 11505
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FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES BODY FAT TESTING & FITNESS ANALYSIS
• Wear comfortable clothes & fitness shoes. With infrared light & computer, your body fat is
• Mats are provided at the community center. measured within 1% accuracy! EASY! (It's like having
• Steps are provided at North View. blood pressure taken.) Body fat is a more telling measure of
• All classes coed except Strength Training, Back & health and future quality of life than weight and height alone.
"Abs" for Women. Less body fat means less risk for degenerative diseases (joint,
• Some class cancellations are noted in class descriptions. heart, back injury, diabetics, stroke.) The computer analyzes
Any additional changes will be noted on the fitness your test results and sets a weekly goal for weight & /or body fat
calendars available from instructor and at the reduction with specific caloric intake and exercise amounts.
community center service desk. You may also call 763 - The consultation is with an R.N. who, after individual testing,
569 -3400. Classes are added at the end of a session to will provide group instruction for practical lifestyle changes. If
cover these cancellations. you are new to exercise, this provides a baseline to measure
your future progress. If you are a seasoned exerciser and weight
manager, you will learn if you have achieved numbers in the
excellent range of health and fitness. Max 4. Approximately 1
Qnhe HATHA BEGINNING YOGA hour 15 min. Registration Fee $11.5011 Session.
There are many benefits to Yoga including Day Date Time Location Activity #
improved muscular strength, flexibility and Wed. Jan. 14 4:30 p.m. CC 11508
stress reduction. This class is designed to give the student an
understanding of yoga basics. The instructor will start with
simple poses that stretch your shoulder muscles, spine, lower
back, hips and groin. You will leave WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE
refreshed, calm and relaxed. Bring a towel The Community Center now provides wireless
OoA and water bottle. Registration Fee
$30.75/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Internet service for our patrons. For example, if
Instructor MaryJane. your child is swimming or taking lessons, you
Day Begins Time Location Activity # are welcome to bring your laptop and use our
Thurs. Jan. 15 5:00 p.m. CC 11506 complimentary wireless internet service. For information
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:00 p.m. CC 11507 on how to connect, please stop at our customer service
counter.
DROP -IN CARDS
f This option is ideal for people who want to exercise but cannot commit to the same class every week. To reach class
minimums, we encourage you to register for a specific class instead of purchasing a card if at all possible. Please
purchase cards early so we know we can count on you. Cards may be purchased for aqua or fitness classes that have
met the minimum number of registrations to hold the class and do not fill to capacity. Cards are non - refundable and
may be used only during the winter 2009 session. Card options for 5, 8, 10 or 12 classes are of equal value, assisting
you in purchasing only the number you will actually use winter session. If you have any questions, call Kathy at 763-
569 -3405. Drop -In Card registration not available online. With a drop -in card, you can start anytime ... now
there's no reason not to exercise with us!
DROP -IN CARD — SENIOR OPTIONS DROP -IN CARD — FITNESS OPTIONS
Drop -In- Cards —For persons 62 years and older.
# of Classes Fee Activity # # of Classes Fee Activity #
12 Classes $43.20 11509 12 Classes $46.20 11514
10 Classes $36.00 11510 10 Classes $38.50 11515
8 Classes $28.80 11511 8 Classes $30.80 11516
5 Classes $18.00 11512 5 Classes $19.25 11517
1 Class $3.75 11513 1 Class $4.00 11518
** *ATTENTION CARD BUYERS * **
When buying your CARD, please indicate the class or classes that you most likely will be attending. This will help: When
determining whether we have the minimum number to have a class with registered participants plus Drop -In Card users. Before
purchasing a card, check to see if the class you were planning on attending has been canceled. Sometimes circumstances beyond
our control require us to cancel a class or change location; if we know what class you attend, we will attempt to notify you.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 16 Recreation Brochure
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BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION PERSONAL TRAINING
COMMUNITY CENTER EXERCISE ROOM Your complimentary personal consultation includes a Par -Q/
Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe & Health History Evaluation,
effective workout. This is a basic walk through of all fitness Needs Analysis! Functional Strength Assessment! Goal Setting!
equipment to help you understand how to use each machine
correctly. A fitness specialist will assist you on the proper use This session is available to members or non - members who pay
and correct form. This is not an individual program design the general daily $4.25 admission fee.
session. Free for members or patrons who have paid the $4.25
daily general admission. The $10 reservation fee refundable To schedule your complimentary appointment or for more
upon completion of orientation or cancellation 48 hours in information, call 763 -569 -3405.
advance of appointment. Appointments are available during the
week including weekends. Please allow approximately 45 -60 NEW YEAR SPECIAL -BUY TWO, GET ONE FREE
minutes. Call 763 -569 -3400 for the schedule. During the month of January, purchase two one hour personal
training sessions for $92.00 and receive the third session free. A
EXERCISE ROOM $46.00 value! (Non- members also pay the daily $4.25 general
The exercise room, located on the upper level of the daily admission fee each time.) Take advantage of this great
community center, offers complete fitness deal to update your current program or to get a fresh start in 09!
equipment for cardiovascular & strength
conditioning. Minimum age 15. Shirts & tennis FEES FOR ADDITIONAL SESSIONS
shoes required in the Exercise Room. Seepage 31 for hours. Each session is 1 hour. Sessions are available by appointment.
Circuit Training Equipment These prepaid sessions are valid for one month after your
Fit Express Hip Abduction/Adduction projected final workout session. Non - members will also pay the
Fit Express Abdominal/Low Back daily $4.25 general daily admission fee for each session, which
Fit Express Pectoral/Deltoid includes use of the pool, sauna and exercise room.
Fit Express Shoulder Press/Pull Down
Fit Express Leg Extension/Leg Curl # of Sessions Fee Activity #
Fit Express Squat 2 Sessions $92.00 11521
Fit Express Lift Task
Fit Express Chest Row 6 Sessions $264.00 11522
Fit Express Bicep /Tricep
Fitness Technology Rotary Torso 12 Sessions 1 $504.00 11523
Precor Stretch Trainer
Cardiovascular Equipment
Life Fitness Treadmills — 4
BLOOD PRESSURE
Life Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainers — 4 West Fire Station
Precore Elliptical 6250 Brooklyn Blv'
Star Trac Recumbent Bikes — 2 ' • y, 8-10:00
Life Fitness Stair Climbers — 2 Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00
Stair Master Free Climber — 1
Strength Training Equipment
t ABOUT BOAT SAFETY
Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg f
Extension; Life Fitness Multi- chest; Life Fitness Bicep/Triceps; There is a lot more to boating
Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable than just buying a boat! This
Crossover; Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells; course teaches the basics of boating
• Life Fitness Lat Pull Down/Low Row safety. Lights, emergency
procedures, required equipment and
NEW ROUND DANCING FOR FUN boating etiquette are all covered.
lit Spend a fun filled evening with your partner. This class This is a great class for families as well as individuals.
is open to those who have had some previous ballroom, (Minimum age is 12 years.) According to the U.S. Coast Guard,
square dancing or equivalent dance experience. In this class you about 80 percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats
will have fun, learn a new dance style and keep in shape! You where the operator had not completed a boating safety
may not qualify for dancing with the stars but this class will education course. Take this class and keep you and your
give you the confidence to dance up a storm on the dance floor. passengers safe. Your insurance company may offer a discount
Couples unfamiliar with round dance may attend the first class for successful completion of this course. Bring a bag lunch.
for $5. If after the first class you decide to continue, your Vending machine on site have snacks and beverages.
registration fee will be adjusted. Registration Fee $80.00/10 Registration Fee $50.0011 Session includes the course book.
Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Ken & Barb. Classes 8 hours. Instructors U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity #
Wed. Jan. 14 7:30 p.m. Garden City 11519 Sat. April 4 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. CC 11520
Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
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Qnh POTTERY —BEGINNING BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB
The club is sponsored b the Brook �w
��. This class is designed to teach the basic _ � p y yn Center
skills of throwing and hand building. The Community Activities, Recreation & Services
community center offers a unique opportunity to 0 o Department. Meetings are the second Tuesday of the
practice your new skills by including in the month at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall of the Brooklyn Center
registration fee 25 lbs. clay for projects, Community Center. The purpose of the organization is to
unlimited practice time outside of class, glazes, promote social, cultural and civic activities for area women.
firing fees and tax. (Additional clay is $40.09, Annual dues $10. Monthly meetings are informative with
which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing & tax.) entertaining programs. Join us on January 13 for some
Bring a work shirt to the first class. Instructor will teach seven hilarious Ole & Lena tales. February 10 enjoy Minnesota Go
weeks. Students will work independently one week during class 4's, Barbershop Quartet. March 10 features a new event with
time. Registration Fee $105.59/8 Sessions. Classes 2'/2 hours. an Afternoon Tea Party. Wear a hat and gloves and don't forget
Instructor Chad. your favorite teacup! Please bring a nonperishable item for
Day Begins Time Location Activity # CEAP. Monthly trips & tours also offered to members; details
Tues. Jan. 20 6:30 p.m. CC 11524 available at monthly meetings. On January 28 we will see
Church Basement Ladies 2 with lunch at the Kelly Inn.
February 18, it's the Chanhassen to see Seven Brides for
Qnfine POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED Seven Brothers. March 25 we tour the Federal Reserve
Designed for advanced students who are proficient in Building & Star Tribune with lunch at Murray's. For complete
throwing, hand building and glazing. The instructor will information about the club, call 763-566-8303. Trips for
be in the lab three times during the eight -week session. This is members are planned through May.
an ideal format for participants who want to work
independently yet need some instruction either in new
techniques or with problem solving. Participants with less than
4 years experience may register at the discretion of the
instructor. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, m
firing and tax. For heavy production, each
additional 25 lbs. of clay is $40.09, which AARP
includes glazes, firing & tax. Registration Fee
55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING
$105.59/8 Sessions. Classes 2` /z hours. Instructor Registration accepted immediately.
Chad. This classroom training program is designed to help persons 55
Day Begins Time Location Activity # and older improve their driving skills while teaching them how
Mon. Jan. 19 6:30 p.m. CC 11525 to avoid accidents & traffic violations. Instructors are trained
volunteers.
Qnhe POTTERY — LAB AND FIRING Eight Hour — If you have never taken the training or if you
PRIVILEGES haven't taken the refresher course for more than three years. No
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at tests given; course completion is required to initiate auto
the community center or have had previous experience and are insurance discount. For class locations in the surrounding area,
familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited call the AARP office at 952- 858 -9040, Monday– Friday, 9 a.m. -
basis other than class times and students may have pieces fired 4 p.m.
in the eight -week period. The lab program is designed for
individuals who want to work independently. Registration fee Four Hour Refresher — For persons who have completed the
includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and tax. (Additional clay eight hour mature driving course within the preceding three
is $40.09, which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing and tax.) years. Fee $10.00/1 Session.
Arrange your own time to work in the lab during the eight Date Day Time
weeks. No instruction. New lab participants are asked to meet January 7 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
with the instructor for an orientation at 6 p.m. on Monday or March 4 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday of the first week. Registration Fee $102.42/8 Weeks. April 1 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Week of Jan. 19 CC 11526
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle
BROOKLYN CENTER Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. If the class is
full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening
FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS IN occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in
Join others who love quilting. This is a friendly person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money
drop -in group who meet on the first and third order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.)
Wednesday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to Class location - Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive, south entry.
2:00 p.m. No dues, bring a sandwich, beverage and your Crossing residents may register with the manager, space
quilting project and join us at the Community Center. For providing. Thanks to Crossings Manager Jesse & Lang Nelson
more information call Joanne at 763 -561 -1219. Corporation for providing this site. Smoking prohibited.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 18 Recreation Brochure
COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS
Community Tripsters is a program for people who enjoy getting away and meeting new friends. We live in an area that offers
a multitude of fun and educational opportunities! Our trips allow you to eat at wonderful restaurants & experience a host of
remarkable recreational activities. Motor coach buses depart & return to Brooklyn Center Community Center; an escort
accompanies all trips. REGISTRATION for trips now in progress by mail or in person, online at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.orl!
or phone with Visa or MasterCard. When registering for someone else, please have correct spelling of their name, correct
address & phone number. Deadline dates listed are on a space - permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip is canceled or a
substitute can be found to take your place. Refunds subject to $5 service fee or 3% of the fee for extended trips. FOR PERSONS
TRAVELING ALONE — Would you like to go on a day outing or extended trip but are hesitant to sign up? The Community
Tripster staff would like to help put you in touch with others. If interested in finding out more, call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405.
January 14 —Old Log — Unnecessary Farce
March 16 — Celebrate The Irish with Katie
McMahon
i Join us for this comic romp about a sting operation that has
gone haywire! Deadly bagpipes, a bumbling mayor, Join us for this wonderful afternoon to celebrate the
incompetent officers, the Highland Clan's Big Mac and the Irish in you! We re off to the elegant & charming
Scottish manor, Edinburgh USA ballroom in Brooklyn Park for
infamous Highland Hitman all converge in a hotel room where a cuisine suitable for the occasion. We'll enjoy a garden salad
the city's new accountant discovers embezzlement! Lots of
laughs. Lunch is at the Old Log with choice of Walleye, pork with croutons &green goddess dressing, savory Irish Stew with
chop, stuffed chicken breast or veggie lasagna. Cost $44.00/ carrots, onions, potatoes & peas served in a bread bowl, freshly
person includes luncheon, theatre, tax, gratuity, motor coach baked artisan sourdough baguette with sweet butter, Columbian
and escort. Approximate time 10:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. coffee, decaf coffee, tea, and finishing everything off with
December 18, registration deadline. Activity #11394. Baileys Irish Cream mousse cake. Following the scrumptious
lunch, sit back and enjoy an entertaining performance by Katie
McMahon. Probably best known for her exquisite soaring
February 18 – Chanhassen – Seven Brides soprano solo in the original Riverdance, she was born in Dublin
for Seven Brothers
and classically trained in voice & harp. Come & celebrate the
The classic boy meets girl love story has it all - , culture, music & dance of Irish culture with beautiful Irish
Oscar winning musical, amazing dancing & ^ ^ ^^ ballads, lively Irish dances & numbers from Riverdance. Some
romantic happy ending seven times over. Love at of her recordings available for purchase. Cost $59 /person
first sight between Millie & a handsome backwoodsman who
includes luncheon, entertainment, transportation, tax, gratuity &
escort. Approximate time 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. February 20,
sweeps her off her feet, marries her &whisks her away to his registration deadline. Activity #11397.
mountain cabin. She discovers she is expected to keep house for
her husband and his six sweet, but delightfully uncivilized May 11 -17 – Springtime In Kentucky
brothers. Her plan to civilize & marry them off backfires! You W travel through the blossoming country side
will be swept away by this charming musical comedy laden and cities enjoying the beauty of spring on this
with thrilling choreography, and music that will have you seven day deluxe motor coach tour. Trip
humming along. Featuring songs including, "Wonderful, highlights include National historical sites: Graham \Woodford
Wonderful Day," and "Goin' Courtin." Cost $64 /person Reserve Distillery, Shaker Villages of Pleasant Hill, Abe
includes theatre, lunch, tax, gratuity, motor coach and escort. Lincoln Birthplace; Kentucky Horse Park, Artesian Center,
Approximate time 10:15 a.m. – 4:40 p.m. Jan. 16, registration Derby Museum & Churchill Down and more! Price includes
deadline. Activity #11395. coffee stop, 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners, and attractions
outlined. $1,275 per person, double occupancy. Triple, quad
March 1– Yellow Tree Theatre – "Sylvia" and single occupancy available. March 20, deposit of $150 per
At a new community theatre in the Osseo person is due. For more information and a trip brochure, call
neighborhood, come be entertained by "Sylvia," a Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. Activity #11367.
hilarious show by A.R. Gurney about Greg and Kate, A& Ak A& I,& J& IAL A& 1Ak 1Ak A& A&
who have just settled down in their new cozy ' Upcoming Future Trips in 2009 000. Manhattan apartment after twenty-two years of child- rearing in
the suburbs. When Greg, bored and on the verge of a mid -life , April – Mystery Trip '
crisis, brings home a frisky, four- legged new friend, Sylvia, the ' April – Casino 000. zany action begins. With her soulful brown eyes and May 8 – St. Peter Perfection
adventurous spirit Sylvia quickly becomes a bone of contention , June 20 – Ordway – Singin' in the Rain 100. between husband and wife. A hilarious commentary on mid -life
angst, marriage and the primal bond between man and his dog,
Additional trips for June- December are in the '
Sylvia, will have audiences howling in their seats! Cost $28/ planning stages. Watch for information in loo. person includes theatre, tax, motor coach and escort. / upcoming recreation brochures and Spare Times. '
, Approximate time 12:45 – 5:00 p.m. Feb. 13, registration '
deadline. Activity #11396. _ _ _ _ — _ _
Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Mission Statement: "We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of boomers & beyond and their families by
providing quality classes and programs, trips, community resource information and volunteer opportunities."
If you have questions, call Kathy, Program Supervisor at 763 - 569 - 3405.
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n , .� FIVE CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
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SPARE TIMES is published four to six apartment complexes and homes.
times a year by the Brooklyn Center It's More Than Just A Ride!
Community Activities, Recreation and Information & Reservations — Monday - Friday
Services Department. SPARE TIMES 763 -531 -1259
is your guide for the latest information on social activities,
things happening in the community, resources, fun trips, and Regular Destination Fare effective January 1, 2009: $3.50
outings. per round trip with the punch pass card or $4 cash. Mini -coach
SPARE TIMES is available by mail. Give us a call to receive a transportation to City sponsored programs at the Brooklyn
complimentary issue. If you would like to receive your copy by Center Community Center, grocery, malls and discount stores.
mail in 2009, please send $3.00 to help defray mailing Pharmacy and banking opportunities are available at some
expenses. Please send a check payable to the City of Brooklyn stores.
Center along with your name, address, zip code and telephone
number. Indicate this is for SPARE TIMES. Visa or Special Destination Fare: The round trip fare is 2 punches
MasterCard is also accepted. The newsletter itself is from the pass card or $7 cash. A minimum of 15 riders are
complimentary. If you prefer, you may pick up a copy at the needed for these destinations and will be noted in the monthly
community center or access it on the City's website at schedules. (Also, see page 22 for current special destinations.)
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.ore Click on recreation and then Punch Pass cards for regular & special destinations are
Boomers & Beyond Activities. We invite you to read SPARE available in $14 or $28 amounts and may be purchased from
TIMES and explore what Brooklyn Center has to offer you. the driver with cash or a check payable to First Transit.
FREE HELP FOR No one is denied a ride due to the inability to
MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES pay the full fare. Please contact Rita for
Brooklyn Center Community Center assistance 763 -531 -1274.
No Income Limits!
Confidential, Free Assistance & No Sales!
PRISM EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION
Second Wednesday of the month Staff ........... Monday - Friday 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 763 -529 -1252
January 14, February 11, March 11 Answering Machine .................. ...........................763 -529 -1252
(Leave your name, phone number, date, location and time of
One hour individual appointments at appointment.) On the ride home, the final pick up is 2:30 p.m.
9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 a.m.
Call Kathy 763 -569 -3405 to schedule your appointment. Transportation to medical and dental appointments in Brooklyn
Any Medicare beneficiary is eligible for this free service Center or North Memorial Hospital and their affiliated clinics.
which answers any Medicare questions. A donation of $3 and $5 per round trip is suggested.
For Example:
• Choosing the best supplement health insurance SENIOR LINKAGE LINE
• Understanding Medicare Part D Make your life easier
• Low Income Options A free telephone information- and - assistance service for senior
• Sorting out medical and hospital bills adults and their families. Don't know what to ask? Don't know
• Medicare coverage for a given service what's available? We can help by calling 1- 800 - 333 -2433. You
• Appeals can talk to a person who can help you assess your situation and
• Medical assistance introduce you to the resources available in your own
community. Calls are absolutely free of charge, although there
Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with a volunteer may be a charge for services you are referred to. Calls are
health insurance counselor from Senior Community answered from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Some days
Services here at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. In experience a high volume of calls; be prepared to leave your
addition, caregivers or family members are welcome to area code, telephone number & a message. Someone will be
schedule an appointment for Medicare beneficiaries. Co- happy to return your call as soon as possible. Messages can be
sponsored with the Brooklyn Center Community Activities, left 24 hours a day or e-mail us at senior.likaeeAstate.mmus
Recreation & Services Department. This is a service of the Minnesota Board on Aging.
wivwxityofbrooklyncenter.org 20 Recreation Brochure
Boomers & Beyond Activities continued
SOCIAL GROUPS DONUT MAKE YOU WONDER?
The groups Leisure Time and Brooklyn Theme Parties meet Join us on the third Wednesday of the month for
at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek interesting informative programs, juice, coffee,
Parkway. Transportation is available through Five Cities and you guessed it, donuts at Crystal Community
for Leisure Time & Brooklyn Theme Party lunches or Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N from 10 -11:30 a.m.
dinners. See Transportation on page 20. Call 763 -569 -3405 Program fee is $2 payable at the door but you must register in
for more information. advance so there are enough refreshments for everyone. Call
763 -569 -3405 to register for this educational opportunity by
LEISURE TIME DROP -IN the Thursday before. Sponsored by the Cities of Brooklyn
If you enjoy cards you are welcome to join us on Wednesdays Center, Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale and Senior Services of
from 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. Partners are not required to play. Come, District 281. A special thanks to Matthew and Erica Martin,
bring your lunch and have a fun afternoon. Coffee & tea Reverse Mortgage Consultants with Wells Fargo who are
provided. Everyone contributes $1 /week to the kitty, which assisting with the sponsorship of these programs.
helps defray the cost for supplies, refreshments & prizes.
Birthdays are celebrated the I" Wednesday of each month with January 21-Going o w how to behave in a to the Dogs
dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone except those Ever met a dog that did not know
celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The 2nd Wednesday human environment? Business owner Bev Sorenson
is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two top scores, non- will discuss non- aggressive techniques to communicate
player and a drawing. The last Wednesday features "Crazy" with dogs by working with the animal's second nature
Progressive 500. If you do not play cards informal the willingness to serve. Without force, fear, punishment or
instruction is available from the players. Hosted by intimidation, the Twin Cities own `dog whisperer' will discuss
volunteers Art and Peggy. Please call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. the process of how a dog owner can be respected by the happy
canine who takes his place at the bottom of the family pack.
February 18 -The Last Ride Home
The 35W bridge collapse in August of 2007 was a tragedy
unlike any other in the state of Minnesota. North Memorial
BROOKLYN THEME Chaplin, Greg Bodin, will offer his unique perspective. As a
PARTY first responder to both the fall of the Twin Towers in New York
and the flooding in New Orleans, he also responded to the
LVNCI-HEONS OR bridge collapse. Greg will discuss his work with the diving
DINNERS team and the family assistance center. With slides and music,
he will present this tragic event in a way that allows us to
Tired of cooking? Would you rather spend your ponder the life lessons it can teach us.
time having fun? Do you like to eat? If you
answered yes, then you are invited to come and March 18 -The Story of a WWII Undercover Teenager
enjoy these special theme events, hang out with Agnes Lackovic Daluge was born in Czechoslovakia. She was
friends and meet new people. Times and dates will ill and undernourished due to impoverished living conditions.
vary depending on the theme and availability of the At age 11, she was sent to Germany to live with her affluent
entertainers. Delicious meals are planned and aunt to be nursed back to health. Before long she was swept
catered around the theme. Everyone is welcome into her Aunt's secret life, the Munich Underground Forces.
with advanced paid reservations. The cost is $7 per Within three years she learned four languages, which helped
event. Updated information will be published in the her save hundreds of lives, including Jewish refugees and
Spare Times or on the City's website at Allied soldiers. Agnes and her husband published a book of her
www.cityofbrooklvncenter.ore. You may also call life. She died in 2007. Her husband Willard will share her
Kathy at 763 -569 -3405 for more information. remarkable story.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
If you enjoy reading, join in on our fun drop -in book
discussions. The group is sponsored by the Cities of Brooklyn
MEN'S DROP -IN Center, Robbinsdale and Crystal and is open to anyone
If you are interested in getting together informally with other regardless of where they live. We meet at Robbinsdale City
guys, drop in on Mondays or Thursdays from Noon — 3:30 p.m. Hall, 4100 Lakeview Ave. N from 1 -2:30 p.m., the first
Come play Buck Euchre, similar to 500. If you do not play Tuesday of the month. Jan. 6- Crashing Through by Robert
Buck Euchre, informal instruction by the men is Kurson will be discussed and Feb. 3 -Water for Elephants by
available. Participants welcome to start other Sara Gruen. We will again host "Meet the Author" series in
table games too. The men meet during the winter the upcoming months. For the author series, there is a $2
months at Centerbrook Golf Course Clubhouse, admission and refreshments will be provided. For further
5500 N Lilac Dr. In the spring they return to the information on books that will be read or if you have questions
Brooklyn Center Community Center. Hosted by about the monthly discussions, call Kathy at 763- 569 -3405.
volunteers. Questions, call Roger, 763 -560 -0379 New participants are always welcome to any of the monthly
or Kathy 763 -569 -3405. discussions and "Meet the Author" series.
Recreation Brochure 21 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
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FIVE CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROVIDES RIDES
FOR SPECIAL DESTINATIONS LISTED ON THIS PAGE
Pre - registration required for all special destinations; call 763 -531 -1259 at least one week in advance unless otherwise noted in
description. Registration is based on a space availability basis. Minimum number of registrations required. The special fare for a
round trip ride is $7 cash or 2 punches from pass card. Fare and punch pass purchases are payable to the driver. Punch passes are $14
for 4 punches and $28 for 8 punches. All other costs listed below are on your own. Please bring cash or credit card as some
restaurants do not accept checks. If you are unable to attend after making a reservation, please call the 5 Cities office so someone
from the waitlist can take your place. New Location -Bus picks up at the Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive (corner of Fremont and
Lilac Dr.) with 6 or more people. Parking available for non — residents. If the minimum of 6 is not met, participants will be given the
choice of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pickup.
These destinations are made possible in part by a generous contribution from HUMANA.
Humana. Home pickups available for BC Brunchers - regular fare applies. 0 "h "'" ° b"^— -d k �
WITH SENIORS IN MIND FORUM AND THE FORK AFTERNOON VIVACE!
Visit the MN History Center in St. Paul An inspiring day starts with a CONCERT SERIES
for special free fascinating programs and free organ concert followed by Vivace means full of life! Enjoy these
lectures based on places in Minnesota, a lecture at Westminster concerts performed by professional
the people and events. There will be time Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. The musicians.
to visit the museum store or tour the guest speakers are nationally and
exhibits. If you wish to tour the exhibits, internationally known and are booked January 22 and March 12
there is a $8.00 fee. The new exhibit is especially for this series of lectures. Landmark Center.
"Minnesota on the Map." Bring a bag Enjoy complimentary refreshments These free concerts are sponsored by The
lunch or visit their Cafd MN. The following the lecture or visit one of the Schubert Club in Courtroom #317. After
program scheduled March 10 is To The many restaurants in the immediate area of the concert, try lunch or dessert at Anita's
Source: Joseph Nicollet Maps the the church. Additional information and Cafd on the main floor of the Landmark
Midwest — a close encounter with this dates will be on our website and in the Center. Cost on your own. Approximate
historic and colorful character portrayed Spare Times as it becomes available. time 11:05 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
by actor Shawn Hoffman. Additional Approximate time 10:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. Special fare applies.
information and dates will be on our Special fare applies.
website and in the Spare Times as it May 15
becomes available. Approximate time St. Paul Chamber Orchestra
9:15 a.m. — 2:15 p.m. Special fare NATURE OF THINGS Friday Coffee Concert
applies. IMAX Theater Show & Lunch — Wooddale Church, Eden Prairie. Upon
Friday, February 6 arrival there will be complimentary coffee
Dive into a new and donut holes in the lobby followed by
immersive and highly a 10:30 a.m. concert — Mendelssohn's
emotional adventure Octet. After the concert, we will stop at
with "Dolphins and Good Day Cafd for lunch. Concert tickets
Whales 3D" at the are $10 /person. Lunch cost is on your
Apple Valley IMAX own. Registration by May 1 at New
theater. This awe- Hope Parks and Recreation 763 -531 -5151
ran inspiring documentary film presented by or mail to 4401 Xylon Ave N, New Hope,
Jean - Michel Cousteau will take you from MN 55428. Approximate time 9:00 a.m —
the dazzling coral reefs of the Bahamas to 3:15 p.m. Special transportation fare is
the warm depths of the waters of the two punches or $7 per person payable to
BC BRUNCHERS exotic Kingdom of Tonga for a close the driver on the day of the trip.
Join the "bunch" for an early lunch at encounter with the surviving tribes of the
local area restaurants every other month. ocean. Lunch is on your own when we
Home pickups available; times stop at J. Doolittles Woodfire Grill before
approximately 10:30 a.m. Individual returning home. Cost is $6 for the theater
checks including tax and gratuity will be ticket plus transportation fare. Register
available for our "bunch." A great time by January 30 at New Hope Recreation
to get together to relax and visit with old Department 763 -531 -5151 or mail to
acquaintances or meet new. The fare is 4401 Xylon Ave N, New Hope, MN
one punch pass or $4 cash. Additional 55428. Approximate time 9:05 a.m. —
information and dates will be on our 2:00 p.m. Special transportation fare is
website, transportation schedules and in two punches or $7 per person payable to
the Spare Times as it becomes available. the driver on the day of the trip.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 22 Recreation Brochure
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GYMNASTICS PROGRAM
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed using a skill progression of classes designed to
provide participants a safe, comfortable advancement in gymnastics. Most students participate in a class 2 -3 times
before progressing to the next level. Children's classes, including gymnastics, are conducted more smoothly when
not being observed by parents. Children, as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their peers in a '
recreation setting. Parents are welcome to attend the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short demonstration.
If you have questions about where to place your child, call Sue at 763 -569 -3406. Classes are held in the gymnastics
training gym at Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. (Enter on Noble Ave.)
Qnhe GYMNASTICS Qn1ine GYMNASTICS Qn1ine GYMNASTICS
PRESCHOOL GIRLS BEGINNING GIRLS INTERMEDIATE
For boys & girls ages 4 -5. A For girls ages 6 -11 who have had For girls ages 6 -11 who have
great opportunity to learn basic balance, little or no gymnastics experience. Learn either passed Beginning Gymnastics For
coordination and motor skills in a fun basic tumbling skills such as rolls, Girls or can do the following skills:
setting. Children will be taught tumbling cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. Tumbling - forward and backward roll,
skills, including forward & backward Simple skills on the beam, vault and cartwheel, headstand; Beam - walk
rolls, cartwheels and headstands and uneven bars will also be taught. Classes forward and back, front support and
introduced to balance beam, uneven bars 1 hour. Instructor Tammy & Nikki. mount, squat turn, forward roll; Vault -
and vault. Ratio 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee $35.50/8 Sessions. straddle, hip squat; Bars - back hip
Classes 45 min. Instructors Tammy & Day Begins Time Activity # circle, single leg cut, pull over to front
Nikki. Registration Fee $33.00/8 Thurs. March 12 7:20 p.m. 11529 support. Registration Fee $35.50/8
Sessions. Sat. March 14 10:40 a.m. 11530 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors
Day Begins Time Activity # Tammy & Nikki.
Thurs. March 12 6:30 p.m 11527 Day Begins Time Activity #
Sat. March 14 9:50 a.m. 11528 Sat. March 14 11:45 a.m. 11531
NEW LOCATION — Gymnastics Program
Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. (Enter on Noble Ave.)
A map will be sent with parent letter a few days before class begins.
Q nhe TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS SKATING RINKS
This program is structured to teach Skating season generally runs from December 15- February 15.
children the understanding of respect Season could be earlier or later depending on weather
and discipline while learning basic conditions. Warming houses and rinks may close in inclement
Taekwondo (Korean Karate). For ages 5 -13. weather.
Uniform is not required. Loose fitting clothing
is acceptable. Classes offered are for beginner and advanced Locations With With WarminaHouses
level and will be held at the community center. Instructors are The following rinks with warming houses will
from World Taekwondo Academy in Osseo. Classes 1 hour. be open Monday - Friday from 4 -9 p.m., e
Registration accepted immediately. Saturday 1 -9 p.m. and Sunday 1 -5 p.m.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Beginner Level — Classes once a week, $45.00/6 Sessions Weekday holiday hours will be 1-9 p.m. For a
Thurs. Jan. 8 6:30 -7:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11532 recorded message about warming house
closings due to inclement weather conditions,
Thurs. Feb. 19 6:30 -7:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11533 please call 763 - 569 -3442.
Advanced Level -- Classes once a week, $45.00/6 Sessions Central West Park, 63` & Brooklyn Drive
Thurs. Jan. 8 7:30 -8:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11534 Evergreen Park, 72 & Bryant Avenue
Thurs. Feb. 19 7:30 -8:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11535
Locations Without Locations Without Warming
WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE The ice on these rinks will be maintained only.
The Community Center now provides wireless No supervision.
internet service for our patrons. For example, Bellvue Park, 55 & Aldrich Avenue
if your child is swimming or taking lessons, Grandview Park, 59 Humboldt Avenue
you are welcome to bring your laptop and use our Kylawn Park, 61" & Kyle Avenue
complimentary wireless internet service. For information Northport Park, 55` & Sailor Lane
on how to connect, please stop at our customer service West Palmer Park, 72 & Palmer Lake Drive
counter. Willow Lane Park, 69 & Orchard Avenue
Recreation Brochure 23 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
• In these programs there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play.
• All programs 1 hour. In case of rainouts, due to financial and time restraints, only one practice or game will be
made up. Softball season June 15 -July 27; Soccer season June 16 -July 30.
• There are a minimum & maximum number per location. If registration minimum has not been met, a location
could be canceled. If this should occur, you will have the option of transferring child to another location or
receiving a refund.
• No weekend practices or games.
• Younger children who have participated in our program two or more years may register for a higher level class.
At instructors' discretion, players may be transferred to an appropriate program.
• Fee includes T -shirt. When registering, indicate size. (Not all sizes available for every class.)
• Softball participants should bring a glove and hat. Soccer participants should wear shin guards.
• Adult volunteer coaches needed to assist staff instructors /coaches. See coaches on the field.
• Evergreen Football Field - 71S & Dupont; Northport Soccer Field - 55 & Sailor Lane; Grandview Soccer
Field - 59 & Humboldt; Kylawn Park - 61S & Kyle; Odyssey Charter School - 6201 Noble Ave N
If your child wishes to be on the same team as another child, please sign up for the same team.
Parents are responsible for providing transportation to the other park when games begin. Kylawn and Odyssey are
right next to each other and parents can walk with their children on the trail from one location to the other.
Qdw T -BALL - PRESCHOOL SOFTBALL — JUNIOR SOFTBALL
Ages 3 & 4 who are eligible for kindergarten in fall Ages 8 -10, grades 3 & 4 as of fall `09. An
2010. See description below. A parent, adult relative or instructional program with emphasis on
friend are encouraged, not required, to be a buddy. They assist mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. Majority of
by standing behind their child and assist in skill development. time will be playing softball. Have fun while continuing to
Coaches teach skills & help if you aren't sure. Registration Fee develop softball skills. Registration Fee $50.00.
$50.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Day Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 11548
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 7- Kylawn East 11536 M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 11549
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 8- Kylawn East 11537
Based on the number of participants last summer, junior
T -BALL softball and softball teams may play one or two games
NO Ages 4 & 5, going into kindergarten in fall against each other. For these games only, players from the
`09. This is for kids who like to run, jump, teams will be divided according to age and size to form new
throw, play games & have FUN! LEARN the basic teams for the evening.
fundamentals of softball, good sportsmanship & play related
skill games & relays. Registration Fee $50.00.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Qnffie SOFTBALL
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 11538 Ages 11 -14, grades 5 -8 in fall `09 who have played
M &W June 15 6.00 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 11539 softball and know the skills. Youth in grades 6-8 who
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 11540 have not had experience may also sign up. Coaches will review
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 11541 the first night. Games scheduled the remaining weeks.
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Odyssey East 11542 Registration Fee $50.00.
M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Odyssey East 11543 Day Begins Time Location Activity #
M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn East 11550
Qnhe SOFTBALL — "KIDS" INTRODUCTION M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn East 11551
Ages 6 -8, grades 1 & 2 as of fall `09. Children will have
FUN while LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork
and fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $50.00.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Odyssey East 11544
M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Odyssey East 11545
M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 11546
M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 11547
Little Kickers, Kickin' Kids I, Kickin' Kids II and Soccer programs on page 25.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 24 Recreation Brochure
Youth Sports Program — Summer continued
If your child wishes to be on the same team as another BROOKLYN CENTER LITTLE LEAGUE
child, please sign up for the same team. Sien -Up Dates – Saturdays, January 31, February 7, 21, 28 &
Parents are responsible for providing transportation to March 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & Thursday, March 12, 6 -8 p.m.,
Brooklyn Center Community Center.
other parks when games begin.
Qnhe SOCCER — LITTLE KICKERS AMERICAN LITTLE LEAGUE
Ages 3 -5 going into kindergarten in fall `09 & `10. Questions, call Teresa at 763 - 412 -0617.
Program is noncompetitive, featuring drills & activities T -Ball Ages 5 -7; Baseball Ages 7 -12 – Participant's birthdate
for our "Little Kickers" to develop basic skills of soccer. It also must be between May 1, 1996 and April 30, 2004. League age
offers positive coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played six is determined by your age on April 30 of the current year. Bring
on six, with everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee to registration: Medical information, proof of residence, birth
$50.00. certificate and three checks (one for registration, uniform
Day Begins Time Location Activity # deposit and volunteer deposit.)
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 11552 Boundaries Include The Following Schools – Birch Grove,
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 11553 Crestview, Edinbrook, Evergreen Park, Fair Oaks, Garden City,
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 11554 Jackson Middle, Monroe, Oxbow (south of 109), Palmer Lake,
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 11555 Park Brook, Riverview, Woodland and Zanewood. (Boundary
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Grandview 11556 map available at registration.)
T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Grandview 11557 Registration Fees – Baseball first child $90, $65 each
additional child; T -ball $30. Online registration $80 first child,
e SOCCER— KICKIN' KIDS I $55 each additional child, $30 T -ball. Online registration
Ages 6 -8, grades 1 -2 as of fall `09. This n available starting mid -January at www.eteamz.comBCALL
instructional program is designed for Online registration must drop off volunteer & uniform deposits
children to have FUN while LEARNING the ® at one of the walk -in registrations.
fundamentals of soccer. The program will be NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE
filled with many fun activities so "kids" can Questions, call Penny at 763 - 561- 5861Bob at 763 -442 -3668.
learn the basic skills needed to play soccer and games will be T -Ball Ages 5 -7; Baseball Aees 7 -12 – Boys and girls ages S-
played in July. Registration Fee $50.00. 12 with birthdates between May 1, 1996 and April 30, 2004.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Boundaries – Brooklyn Center residents attending Earle
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Grandview 11558 Brown, Northport, Lakeview and 6 d ' graders attending
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Grandview 11559 Sandburg Middle School. Minneapolis residents living 53` Ave
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Grandview 11560 N south to Dowling Ave., Mississippi River west to Penn Ave.
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Grandview 11561 Registration Fees – Baseball aces 7 -12 – $75 first child, $50
each additional child living in the same household; T -Ball $30
It SOCCER— KICKIN' KIDS H first child, $20 each additional child living in the same
Ages 8 -10, grades 3-4 as of fall `09. Participants in this household. If it is your first time registering in the National
fun instructional program will review and work on Little League program, birth certificate required.
mastering the fundamentals of soccer. Majority of time spent
playing soccer games. Registration Fee $50.00.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # BROOKLYN AREA
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 11562 BABE RUTH BASEBALL
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 11563 Sign -Up Dates – Registration information available
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 11564 on web site: www.eteamz.com/babr Registration
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 11565 questions, call Jim 763 -566 -9026 – House Leagues, call Phil
763 - 657 -0115 – Travel Leagues, call Tony 763 - 286 -9211 –
SOCCER Senior Leagues, call Steve 763 -566 -8966.
Ages 10 -14, grades 5 -8 as of fall `09 who have House Leagues – Ages 13, 14 and 15. Players evaluated &
previously played soccer & know the skills. The first drafted on a team.
night coaches will do a quick review of skills followed by a Travel Teams – Players are eligible to try out. Number of
scrimmage. Remaining weeks spent playing soccer games. teams at each age level (13- 14 -15) depend on number of
Registration Fee $50.00. players that register to try out for each group.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Ages 16.17 & 1816. 17 & 18 – Age 16 are entered into VFW, Mickey
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Northport 11566 Mantle & Babe Ruth programs. Teams ages 17 -18 are entered
T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Northport 11567 into Babe Ruth & American Legion programs.
Based on number of participants last summer, Kickin' Kids II "CHALLENGER CUBS" Baseball for Special Needs
& Soccer teams may play one or two games against each other. Challenger is for boys & girls ages 5 -18 who are mentally or
For these games only, players from the teams will be divided physically disabled. The Buddy system is used to help with
according to age and size to form new teams for the evening. throwing, batting, running the bases and other help. Program
held Monday nights, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center
National Little League fields. For information on becoming a
6L No soccer programs Thursday, June 25. player or a buddy, contact Bob or Sandy at 763 - 566 -4347.
Recreation Brochure 25 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
COMMUNITY B ULLETIN BOARD
PROGRAM & CLASS LOCATIONS TARGET CENTER & XCEL ENERGY EVENTS
Get tickets for these great events! The Cities of Brooklyn
CC = Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and New
Hope have joined together to offer great ticket deals for these
BCHS = Brooklyn Center High School, 6500 Humboldt upcoming events. Reserved group tickets are available for
Ave N
Garden City School, 3500 65
ch children and adults of all ages! Tickets may be ordered
NJVH = North View Junior High, 69` & Zane Ave immediately online at www.cityofbrooklyicenter.ore or over
PCHS = Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd the phone with Visa or MasterCard by calling 763-569 -
The Crossings/Brookwood, 6201 N Lilac Dr 3400. Tickets are on a first come basis; see individual deadline
dates. A minimum number of tickets need to be sold to ensure
this group rate. If this minimum is not met, you will be
contacted. (In past years, minimum has always been met.)
COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY RENTALS Ticket Pick -Up: Approximately 7 days before performance
Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building date, you will be notified when tickets arrive at the Brooklyn
and alcohol is not permitted. Two rooms are available for a Center Community Center. Participants provide their own
variety of functions. To find out more about fees and transportation. Please arrive for events 'h hour early.
availability, call Jeannine at 763 -569 -3470. Rooms available Target Center — Sesame Street "Elmo's Green Thumb"
Monday through Saturday. (Rentals not available on Sundays.) Sat. Jan. 17 — Elmo has raised his sunflower,
Room set -up, including tables and chairs are included in the Sunny from seed, but the floral friend has - E01
rental fee. The Community Center provides wireless internet outgrown his flower pot. A fairy-in- training
service for our patrons. For information on how to connect, casts a spell to make Sunny grow; instead Elmo - --
please stop at our customer service counter.
and friends shrink They learn some big lessons
Constitution Hall about patience, overcoming their fears and appreciate the role
Constitution Hall is available that each creature plays in our ecosystem. Age 1 and older need
for business and non -profit a ticket. Cost $16 /person for lower level seating. Showtime
group meetings and private 10:30 a.m. Dec. 22, reservation deadline. Activity #11390.
functions. This room is a great Xcel Center — Smucker's Stars on Ice
place to host a family reunion, Sun. Feb. 22 — Produced by Olympic Champion Scott
wedding reception, shower, „ . , emu Hamilton, Smucker's Stars on Ice enters its 23 season with an
graduation or anniversary amazing cast of Olympic, World and National Champions
party. Room set -up and P. A. hottest stars including Sasha Cohen! See this Emmy Award
system are included in the rental fee. This unique room can winning show. Ages 2 and older need a ticket. Cost $16 /person
accommodate up to 192 persons with banquet style seating and for lower level seating. Showtime 3:00 p.m. Feb. 4,
250 for theater style. reservation deadline. Activity #11391.
Philip Q. Cohen Target Center — Disney on Ice — "Worlds of Fantasy”
Sun. March 8 — Rev up for non -stop fun with four of your
Community Room favorite Disney stories! Thrill to high -speed stunts as Lighting
The Cohen Community h ice. Dive
Room is located on the upper McQueen Mater and the crew of Cars race across the ce
into The Little Mermaids enchanting undersea kingdom and
level of the community experience the "Circle of Life" with The Lion King. Then
center and is available for enter into the magical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell
small group functions. and all her fairy friends as they make their world premiere on
(Access to this level is by ice! From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie .dust, your
elevator or stairs.) Room families favorite Disney moments come to life with dazzling
capacity for theatre style seating is 70, classroom style at 30 skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create
and banquet style 50 a lifetime of memories. Age 2 and older need a ticket. Cost $23/
person for lower level seating. Showtime 5:00 p.m. Feb. 9,
Photographs of the banquet facilities are available on the city's reservation deadline. Activity #11392.
website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.ore Click on
Community Center and select Facility Rental Information. Also Target Center — Harlem Globetrotters
available online is a facility rental inquiry form. Please fill out Sat. April 11 — The 2009 World Tours is a must see! You
the form and click the submit button. A staff member will won't want to miss out on the high -flying action
contact you with room availability. and non -stop excitement. With ball - handling magic,
gravity defying dunks and crowd interaction, the
Globetrotters will create life -long memories for all.
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are Age 2 and older need a ticket. Cost $27 /person for
served by the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice.) lower level seating. Showtime 1:00 p.m. Mar. 16, ,
reservation deadline. Activity #11393.
www.cityojbrookl mcenter.org 26 Recreation Brochure
ADAPTIVE RECREATION
The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley,
Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale & REACH for Resources. For persons not living in one of the cities listed
above, you are considered a "non- resident" please call for registration fee. Participants must pre - register. REACH is an
agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West & Northwest Hennepin areas. Services
include information, referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include social/recreation clubs and education programs. An
integration specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interested in participating in "non- adapted"
parks and recreation programs. A minimum of two weeks prior notice is requested. For information and registration
procedures, call Becca or Tara at 952- 988 -4177.
KID-FU
J Ith WALKING
A martial arts program for kids ages 5 -12. Come learn Join this recreational walking group to improve your fitness at
the moves of Jackie Chan! Participants should wear loose various indoor and outdoor locations. Walkers meet on
fitting clothing. Meets on Thursdays, 6 -6:45 p.m., Mondays, January 19- February 16, 6:30 -8:00 p.m. Fee $25.
January 15 -March 5 at Bass Lake Shelter, 5450
Northwest Blvd, Plymouth. Fee $56. YOGA FOR ADULTS
SOCCER Relax, improve flexibility and get in shape! Class meets
A non - competitive six week soccer program for kids ages 5 -12. Tuesday, 6:45 -7:45 p.m., January 20- February 24 at St.
Learn the basic skills, rules and sportsmanship. Mondays, 6- Louis Park Recreation Center, 3700 Monterey Drive. Fee $40
6:45 p.m., January 26 -March 9. (No class Feb. 16.) Garden City
Elementary, 3500 65th Ave N, Brooklyn Center. Fee $40. BASKETBALL
Adults 18 & over can join our fun, non - competitive skill
SOCIAL FUN — JOYMENT building league. Practice begins Thursday January 8 -March 12,
For children 10 -12 years old and a separate group for teens with 6:30 -8:00 p.m. at Forest Elementary School, 6900 47th Ave N,
Asperger's Syndrome. We meet once a week for fun and social Crystal. Fee $40.
interaction. Call Tara for more information at 952- 988 -4176.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
ACTIVE ADVENTURES Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a
For ages 13 -21. Get to know new friends while trying new group of people? Come join us Wednesdays for a variety of
activities! This is a social with an emphasis on outdoor, active fun, exciting events and activities. Program is designed for
outings. Thursday evenings January 15- February 26 at various moderately involved adults. Meet at Crystal Community
metro locations. Fee $40. Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. and nearby locations, 6:30 -8:30 p.m.,
January 14 -March 4. Fee $40.
GIRLS CLUB
Join other girls ages 13 -21 for fun & social skill development. ON THE TOWN
This club is designed for girls who are independent in their A popular social program for adults who can explore their
personal care. We meet one Saturday each month for a variety community with minimal supervision. We meet every other
of fun activities! The location varies. Fee $35. week. Ages 18 -25, Friday evenings beginning January 16. Ages
26 +, Saturday evenings beginning January 17. Fee $20 plus
BOWLING FOR ALL
Join your friends for America's favorite sport! Bowl additional evening fee depending on activity.
Saturdays, January 17 -March 7, Noon -2 p.m. at Doyle's DANCES
Bowling Alley, 5000 West Broadway, Crystal. Adults may also Adults ages 18 & older can come and enjoy a great
bowl Saturdays, January 17 -March 7, 3 -5:00 p.m. at Earle evening dancing to the latest hits! Staff is welcome
Brown Bowl, 6440 James Circle N, Brooklyn Center. Each to stay at no cost. Dance from 7 -9:00 p.m., January
week you will bowl two games. In addition to the $35 league 23, February 13 & March 13, St. Louis Park High School, 6425
fee there is weekly fee of $3 at Doyles & $4 at Earle Brown. W 33rd St. and February 27, Maple Grove Jr. High, 7000
YOGA FOR THE FAMILY Hemlock Lane. Fee $5 at the door.
Increase attention span, focus, muscle tone and flexibility. All SUPER BOWL PARTY – February 1
children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Tuesday, Go team go! Don't miss out on the fun at
5:30 -6:30 p.m. January 20- February 24, St. Louis Park Brookview Golf Grill in Golden Valley. The
Recreation Center, 3700 Monterey Dr. Fee $50 /parent and child time is 5 -9:00 p.m. R.S.V.P. in advance; call
pair. $20 for each additional family member. Becca. Fee $7.00.
WEEKEND VENTURE
A wonderful getaway March 20 -22. We stay at a Bloomington ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY ED
hotel and then spend Sat. at the Mall of America. Shopping, WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS
rides, movies, mini golf, Underwater World, so much to do! Recreation, education & support programs and classes for
This is a weekend respite program for ages 14 and older. Fee adults with disabilities. Info 763 -504 -8390 or for hearing
$350. Call Becca for more exciting details. impaired use the MN Relay Service by dialing 711.
Recreation Brochure 27 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
AGUATIC ACTIU[TIES
Indicate your child's swim level when registering. if you have questions about swim activities or what level to place your child, call
Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. All classes are held at the community center.
SWIM LESSON LEVELS 6 10 6 11 1 1 1 1 :
The American Red Cross Swimming Program follows the :Cm=
SIX level approach Learn to Swim Program. Please refer to ' e SWIM LESSONS — CHILDREN
the level descriptions and choose the level that best fits y our American Red Cross classes for children ages 4 & older.
child's ability. Welcome to our exciting program! Some children may be tested the first day to assure correct N � D
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills swim level. Average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not
Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath accompany child in water. ( *Activity #'s 11419, 11420 & 11421
control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in may swim before or after lesson.) Classes 30 min.
water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. Classes once a week $46.00/10 Lessons
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity #
Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl along Tues. Jan. 13 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 11405
with rhythmic breathing. Students must pass level 1 or be able Tues. Jan. 13 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 11406
to float on their front and back independently. Tues. Jan. 13 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 11407
Level 3: Stroke Development Tues. Jan. 13 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 11408
Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development with Tues. Jan. 13 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 11409
front and back crawl. The butterfly kick, treading water and Thurs. Jan. 15 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 11410
dives are introduced. Must have the ability to swim 20 yards Thurs. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 11411
with both front and back crawl. Thurs. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 11412
Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 11413
Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke, butterfly, Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 11414
front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke, along with Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 11415
safety skills and sidestroke kick. Students develop endurance Sat. Jan. 17 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 11416
and confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to Sat. Jan. 17 10:10 a.m. 1 -5 11417
swim 30 yards with both front & back crawl. Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 1 -6 11418
Level 5: Stroke Refinement *Classes once a week $54.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim
Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back Wed. Jan. 14 4:45 p.m. 1 -5 11419
crawl and demonstrate the sidestroke. Students coordinate and Wed. Jan. 14 5:20 p.m. 1 -5 11420
refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front crawl, Wed. Jan. 14 6:00 p.m. 1 -6 11421
back crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke and work on
flip turns, open turns, and dives. Qnli= SWIM LESSONS — CHILDREN AFTERNOON
Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency For ages 4 -18. Children may be tested the first day to
Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke & sidestroke; 75 yards of assure correct swim level. Note. We will try to
front & back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with accommodate specific lesson times; there may be changes on
more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. first day of lessons due to level enrollment. Registration Fee
Students will work on strokes focusing on being able to $54.00/10 Lessons with extended swim. (May swim before or
complete 500 yards of continuous swimming using all strokes after lesson between 1 -5.30 p.m.) Classes 30 min.
learned in previous levels including turns, survival floats, and Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity #
surface dives. Mon. Jan. 12 1:30 p.m. 1 -3 11422
Mon. Jan. 12 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 11423
Mon. Jan. 12 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 11424
Mon. Jan. 12 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 11425
Tues. Jan. 13 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 11426
Qnh SWIM LESSONS —PRESCHOOL/ Tues. Jan. 13 2:40 p.m. 1 -3 11427
KINDERGARTEN — Weekday Mornings Tues. Jan. 13 3:15 p.m. 4 -6 11428
Tues. Jan. 13 4:00 p.m. 14 11429
Minimum age 4. Registration Fee $54.00/10 Lessons Tues. Jan. 13 4:35 p.m. 14 11430
with extended swim. (May swim before or after Thurs. Jan. 15 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 11431
° lesson between 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the wading p
Thurs. Jan. 15 3:15 m. 1 -3 11432
pool or with an adult in the shallow end of the Thurs. Jan. 15 4:00 p.m. 4 -6 11433
pool.) Classes 30 min. Thurs. Jan. 15 4:35 p.m. 1 -3 11434
Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity #
Mon. Jan. 12 9:00 a.m. 1 -2 11400 Swimming is the most important skill a child can learn; no
Mon. Jan. 12 9:30 a.m. 1 -2 11401 other lesson or sport can save a child's life!
Mon. Jan. 12 10:00 a.m. 1 -2 11402 We offer: -Safe, caring and professional instruction.
Fri. Jan. 16 11:30 a.m. 1 -2 11403 •A disciplined and fun learning environment.
Fri. Jan. 16 12:00 p.m. 1 -2 11404 -Building self - confidence while building skills.
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Qnh SWIM LESSONS — TINY TOTS Qnfine SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR
Are you excited to introduce your littlest swimmer to fun ADULT — BEGINNER
` in the water? Come join us for our newest class to
introduce children ages 1 -2 to the water. One parent must Have you ever wanted to learn to swim. This is the class
to help you gain confidence and basic skills. Men and women
accompany child in the water. Children must wear swim diaper. ages 16 and up. The focus is on individual needs; everyone is
(*Activity #11439 may swim before or after lesson.) Classes welcome regardless of skill level. Registration Fee $46.00/10
30 minutes.
Classes once a week $46.00/10 Lessons Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity #
Tues. Jan. 13 5:45 p.m. 11435 Tues. Jan. 13 7:30 p.m. 11455
Tues. Jan. 13 6:20 p.m. 11436 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 11456
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 11437 Sat. Jan. 17 9:35 a.m. 11457
Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. 11438
*Classes once a week $54.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim
Fri. Jan. 16 11:00 a.m. 11439 qPq 0�
Qnfine SWIM LESSONS — PARENT AND TOT
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for
children ages 2 -3. One parent must accompany the child Qnh SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR
in the water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Registration ADULT — INTERMEDIATE
Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Have you taken lessons before but would like to learn
Day Begins Time Activity # more advanced skills? Would you like to start building your
Tues. Jan. 13 6:20 p.m. 11440 endurance? If you have taken our Beginner adult lessons you
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 11441 are now ready to try Intermediate. Men and women ages 16
Sat. Jan. 17 10:10 a.m. 11442 and up. The focus is on individual needs. Registration Fee
SWIM LESSONS — LIL' TOTS Ake Day Lessons. Classes min.
QnHW Day Begins Ti me Activity #
": Check out our class for your lil' tot's Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 11458
specifically designed for their comfort level & Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. 11459
needs! Ages 3 -4. Parents do not accompany child in
the water. Great start to lessons! Limited to 4 participants /class.
( *Activity #'s 11443, 11444 & 11445 may swim before or Qn SWIM LESSONS — ADULT WOMEN ONLY
after lesson.) Classes 30 min. Would you like to learn to swim, but are nervous to try?
*Classes once a week $54.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim Women, this is the class for you! Sign up with a friend
Day Begins Time Activity # and learn a fun new skill together! Learn in a fun and relaxed
Mon. Jan. 12 10:30 a.m. 11443 atmosphere with a female instructor. Registration Fee
Tues. Jan. 13 1:30 p.m. 11444 $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Fri. Jan. 16 10:30 a.m. 11445 Day Begins Time Activity #
Classes once a week $46.00/10 Lessons Tues. Jan. 13 7:30 p.m. 11460
Tues. Jan. 13 5:45 p.m. 11446 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 11461
Tues. Jan. 13 6:55 p.m. 11447
Thurs. Jan. 15 5:10 p.m. 11448
Thurs. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 11449 • •
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:55 p.m. 11450
Sat. Jan. 17 9:35 a.m. 11451
Sat. Jan. 17 10:10 a.m. 11452 Qnhe SWIM LESSONS —ADAPTIVE
Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 11453 Scheduled or by arrangement times available for all ages
with physical or developmental disabilities. Ratio one
• . student/one instructor. Missed lessons will not be made up.
Registration Fee $100.00 /10 Lessons.
SWIM LESSONS — PRIVATE - By Arrangement ( *Activity #11466 by arrangement only. Registration Fee
For all levels, children or adults. Minimum age 6. Focus is on $10.00 for one 30 min. lesson.)
individual needs. Designed to help you be successful. Ratio one Day Begins Time Activity #
student/one instructor. Missed lessons not made up. Request Tues. Jan. 13 4:00 p.m. 11462
may be made at www.cityofbrooklvncenter.orQ Under parks Tues. Jan. 13 6:55 p.m. 11463
& recreation, select community center, swimming pool, swim Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 11464
lessons. Fill out request form, select submit button or call Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. 11465
Natalie 763 -569 -3317. Registration Fee $17.00 for one 30 *By arrangement only; www.citvofbrooklyncenter.ore or
minute lesson. Activity #11454. call Natalie 763 -569 -3317. Activity #11466.
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SPECIALTY CLASSES mom A
COMPETITIVE QnhC SWIM LESSONS — SENSATIONAL
Learn the fundamentals of being a 1 5 0 SWIMMING FOR TEENS
competitive swimmer. Stroke analysts Are you between the ages of 10 - 18 and want to learn
and development, speed turns, and basic fitness v ' ° how to swim? This is the class for you! Join us and build your
will be emphasized. Minimum swim ability is 5 �_ confidence in the water. The focus is on individual needs and
level 5. Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. everyone is welcome! Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons.
Classes 30 min. Classes 30 minutes.
Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity #
Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 11467 Tues. Jan. 13 5:45 p.m. 11472
Thurs. Jan. 15 6:55 p.m. 11473
Qnh DIVING — SPRINGBOARD Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 11474
Learn forward and back approaches, setting Qnflne WATER SAFETY AIDE
the board for spring, terms, positions and If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the
basic front and back dives. Must be at least level 3 place to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming
swimming ability. Registration Fee $46.00/10 ability. Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the
Lessons. Classes 30 min. instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with
Day Begins Time Activity # experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an
Tues. Jan. 13 7:30 p.m. 11468 apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration
Thurs. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 11469 Fee $78.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 11470 Day Begins Time Activity #
Tues. Jan. 13 6:20 p.m. 11475
Thurs. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 11476
Qnhe SYNCHRO SAMPLER By arrangement only; Natalie 763 -569 -3317; Activity #11477.
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KIDS INTRO TO SYNCHRO Qn1ine LIFEGUARD TRAINING —RED CROSS
pool? This Red
Would you like to work at a
Do you want to try synchronized � y P
swimming? A class for the swimmer who V � Cross class is for you! Class emphasizes victim
has completed at least one recognition, surveillance & equipment -based rescues.
level 2 session of swimming lessons and is Includes Standard First Aid & CPR for the
I 1I I L At I h—) L comfortable swimming under water. This sampler Professional Rescuer. Minimum age is 15 by last day
class will introduce you to the basic skills and of class & must pass pre - course test. Registration
introductory aspects of synchronized swimming. accepted immediately.
Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 - Activity #11188 meets Sat -Wed. Dec. 27 -Dec. 31, 12 -6 p.m.
minutes. -Activity #11478 meets Fri., Feb. 27, March 6, 5:30 -9:30 p.m.,
Day Begins Time Activity # Sat., Feb. 28, Mar. 7, 10 a.m. -6:30 p.m. & Sun., Mar. 1, 10 a.m.
Sat. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. 11471 -5:30 p.m.
Registration Fee $200.00, includes book & pocket mask.
OPIUM No refunds issued after December 19 for Activity #11188
No refunds issued after February 19 for Activity #11478
BROOKLYN CENTER Day Begins Time Activity #
SWIM LESSONS Various Days Dec. 27 12:00 p.m. 11188
Weekend Class Feb. 27 Varies 11478
QnhC WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS
Ever dream about a dynamic job that is always
changing? Train to be an American Red Cross Water
Safety Instructor! This fun, exciting & challenging position
offers a lifetime of rewards. Teach people of all ages
Exceptional Quality! small Gass size! Affordable Prices! swimming, from blowing bubbles to advanced lap swimming.
Start learning today how to make a difference tomorrow
through WSI training. Ages 16 & older. Learn the art of
WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE teaching swimming lessons to people from infant to adults.
The Community Center now provides wireless Class dates: Thur. Feb. 19, Fri. Feb. 20, 5 -9 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21,
Qr internet service for our patrons. For example, if 9 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun. Feb. 22, 10 a.m.– 7 p.m., and Sat. Feb. 28,
your child is swimming or taking lessons, you are 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Must register by Feb. 6. No refunds issued
welcome to bring your laptop and use our complimentary after this date Registration available online and accepted
wireless internet service. For information on how to connect, immediately. Reg. Fee $200.00 includes all books & materials.
please stop at our customer service counter. Day Dates Time Activity # See days, dates and times above. 11399
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 30 Recreation Brochure
P 6301 hingle Creek Parkway 763 - 569 -3400 (Recreation Office)
763 - 569 -3441 (24 Hour Recorded Information Line)
Memberships entitle the member to use the Olympic swimming pool, 150' water slide, diving boards, exercise room and sauna during
hours listed below. Hours subject to change.
•Individual Membership - Available to one person.
•Dual Membership - Available to two people who both reside at the same address. Proof of residency required.
•Senior Membership - Available to Brooklyn Center senior residents age 62 & older. Proof of residency required.
*Senior Dual Membership - Available to two Brooklyn Center senior residents age 62 & older who both reside at the same
address. Proof of residency required.
•Household Membership - Available to two adults and up to three dependents age 17 & younger or full -time students age 22 and
younger who are attending post- secondary school. Proof of residency and post- secondary status required.
•Household+ Membership - Additional dependents may be added for $6.00 per month, per person.
Membership, Punch Card & General Admission OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE
Price increase effective January 2, 2009. Monday & Friday Tuesday & Thursday
MEMBERSHIP PRICES 8:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:45 a.m.
1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year to 1:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Individual $28.00 $76.00 $134.00 $218.00 Lap swim 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday Saturday
Dual $36.00 $97.00 $173.00 $281.00 8:45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Senior $22.00 1 $59.00 $106.00 $198.00 Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:00 a.m. to
to 1:00 P.M. 1:00 p.m. Lap Swim -
Senior Dual $30.00 $81.00 $144.00 $270.00 Lap swim 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Household $42.00 $113.00 $202.00 $328.00 Sunday
Household+ $6.00/ $18.00/ $36.00/ $72.00/ 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
dependent dependent dependent dependent
EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA SCHEDULE
*PUNCH CARD PRICES -Pool, Exercise Room, Sauna Monday through Friday Saturday
10 25 50 100 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Punches Punches Punches Punches Sunday
Child up to age 14 & $31.00 $73.75 $140.00 $260.00 1 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Senior 62 & older
WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE
Youth ages 15 -17 & $40.50 $96.25 1 $180.00 $340.00 Monday & Friday Saturday Sunday
Adult 18 & over 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
*Use of water slide is an extra $1.00 per time
when using punch card option. • Pool - An adult must accompany children ages 5 &
Punch cards are good for one year from purchase date. younger in the pool. Swimsuits required.
GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES 0 Wading Pool - Available for children 6 & younger when
supervised by an adult. Swimsuits required.
With Slide Without Slide . Water Slide - The recreation department reserves the right
Children up to age 14 & $4.25 $3.25 to open the water slide during non - scheduled times. Children
Senior Adult 62 & older who are less than 52" tall and wish to use the water slide
must pass swim test or be accompanied by an adult.
Youth ages 15 -17 & $5.25 $4.25 • Exercise Room - For ages 15 and older. Shirts and tennis
Adult 18 & over shoes required.
• Sauna - For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this
Community Center Closed will not be allowed even if accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, December 25- Christmas Day . Locker Rooms - Coin operated lockers provided. Secure
Thursday, January 1 -New Year's Day your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in
Community Center Open opposite gender locker rooms. Family locker rooms
Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King Jr Day available.
Monday, February 16- President's Day . Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items.
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Bring winter outerwear Saturday, February 14
such as mittens, scarves, ' � fie/ GROUP POOL 1 -s .m.
New Year's Eve good Have a sweet time at the pool! at BC Pool* RENTAL INFORMATION
Party c ond iti on. ' ou Swim and relax on Saturday, March 21, 4 -8 p.m. Lifeguards provided for rentals! For
Wednesday, c ommun it y bu y our air mattress. ! information on rental costs and availability, call
December 31 this w inter . poo Enjoy "sweet" music & Rock out to your favorite tunes as you Kirsten at 763 -569 -3317 or request on city
s - g m• s li de admission ' a special treat! swim and mosh in the pool. website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or2
P' , , ! Enjoy a rockin' good time with your friends as Select community center, then swimming pool.
item donated! Swim &slide into How sweet it is. On the Group Pool Rental in the right sidebar,
you float and relax on your inflatable. p g
the New Year! � select information on rental costs and
Bring your floatable availability. Fill out the request form and select
and relax! Have fun the submit button.
while helping Community Center Pool & Water Slide
others. Start out the Martin Luther Looking for an idea for your group's next
new year by Kin Jr. Da Swim* DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY gathering? Try a pool rental! Try the wild 150'
g y g y
Monday, January 19 * more! slide, divin boards, water voile ball and
donating a can of PARTY PACKAGE $45.00
food to CEAP and 4 -8 m. Hip Hop Night includes
P• North View Pool Rental
receive free use of Saturday, February 21, 5-8 p.m. •Use of the party room for I % hours!
Enjoy your vacation from � For an exclusive pool party, try North View
water slide with Pump it up! Get down with your Pool admission for up to 10 children.
school as you Splash and u Junior High Pool at 69 &Zane Ave N.
paid admission to favorite Hip Hop Hits . *Unlimited water slide rides .` or P to 10 children!
Splash with your friends at the The $45.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS REQUIRED Available for group rentals of all sizes.
pool i
use the pool! Broadcasting from station BCCC, Reservations must be re quested a minimum
Enjoy exciting music and WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION. 9
Jivin' tunes! games of volleyball. ! A minimum of seven days notice required
join our special DJ who will be of two weeks in advance.
Slip down the slide spinning the tunes for a jammin' Fee for additional children for the
into our cool pool! good time! Dolphin Birthday Party Package is $4.25 each.
Fun tunes from 4 -8 p.m. Adults & youth ages 15 & older pay regular T.G.I.F. FUN FLOATS*
/ Slide open 4 -8 p.m. pool & water slide admission fees. Every Friday, 5-8 p.m.
♦ Make a reservation, 763 -569 -3400 Monday— Friday, 9:30 a.m. Thank goodness it's Friday!
-4:00 p.m. Adult making reservation is responsible for For unsinkable fun, bring your favorite
supervising party. Room limit 25 including supervising fun float to the pool. Inner tubes, air
Fabulous Fishy Fun Day parents. Minimum height for down water slide is 52 ".
Saturday, March 7, 1 - p.m.
Children less than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or mattresses, beach balls, floating
Join us in a fun filled '
escapade. We will swim slide and be accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in pool animals, and noodles are all welcome.
p ♦ You may bring commercially prepared or store bought cake, Water slide open!
enjoy fish frenzy games such as Pin the Fin on the Fish, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape Regular ular and water slide admission
Fish Tag, Go Fish and our Fishing Wall. Meet DUNKIN
the Dolphin! We will also have a coloring contest and I dye) and/or order pizza from restaurants. No other food prices apply.
/ items, including crockpots, salads, sandwiches, or homemade
volleyball! You can swim like a fish! items permitted.
Special pool & slide admission rate of only $3.25
r Fish fun for everyone! -VI o - Brooklyn Center Community Center
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694 & Shingle Creek Parkway
763 - 569 -3400
*General Admission Prices apply!
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GENERAL INFORMATION
REFUND POLICY NOTE INCLEMENT WEATHER
• Requests for refunds must be made • Participant substitutions are not If classes or other recreation activities
at least 24 hours before first class. allowed. (You cannot sign up one are canceled due to inclement weather,
child and replace him /her with a we will attempt to make them up.
• A $5 cancellation fee will be sibling or friend.) Sometimes circumstances beyond our
charged per class, activity or control do not make this possible.
membership up to $200.00. • We cannot prorate activity fees.
WEATHER LINE
• For classes, activities and • We do not hold spots. Programs may be canceled due to
memberships over $200.00, 3% of weather conditions. Call 763 -569 -3442
the fee will be deducted from the • If a child is not picked up for a recorded message about activity
refund. immediately after class, $5 fee is cancellations. Cancellations may be
charged for every 10 minutes after announced on WCCO -AM 830.
• No refunds given on classes or class ending time.
activities of $5 or less.
• Spectators are not permitted. INSTRUCTORS WANTED
• If you find it necessary to cancel Class attendance is limited to If you have a talent you would like to
after the first class, make your participants.
request 24 hours before the second share with children and/or adults, please
class. Classes and memberships will • Children may get food, paint, or call the recreation department at 763 -
be prorated plus the cancellation fee glue on their clothing & shoes in art 569 -3400. Instructors are needed to
will be deducted from the refund. teach swimming lessons, fitness classes
& cooking classes. Wear old clothes I
and/or bring a paint shirt or apron. and children's programs. We look
• No refunds will be issued after the forward to hearing from you.
second class. • Photograph notice: Staff takes
pictures of program participants to —
• Refunds for classes, activities and use for publicity purposes. Photos BROOKLYN CENTER
memberships paid with a credit card may appear in the brochure, on the COMMUNITY CENTER
at the community center in person, website or other marketing
by phone, mail or fax are credited to publications. 763 -569 -3400
the same credit card.
AUXILIARY AIDS OFFICE HOURS
• Refunds for activities paid with a Auxiliary aids for persons with
credit card using eConnect (online) disabilities are available upon request at Monday — Saturday
registration will be refunded by least 96 hours in advance. For
check; please allow 2 -3 weeks. information, call the director at 763 -569- 8:30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m.
3407. Persons with hearing or speech Sunday
• Refunds for classes, activities and impairment are served by the MN Relay 12:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
memberships paid by cash or check Service, 711 (TTYNoice).
are refunded by check. Checks are
mailed; please allow 2 -3 weeks. DISCIPLINE HOW TO CONTACT US
REFUND POLICY FOR To insure a quality experience, a policy
of discipline has been created. Rules will Recreation Director �
HOLIDAY, Jim Glasoe 763 - 569 -3407
be given the first day of class. Students
LIFEGUARD TRAINING & who do not follow the rules set by the
ONE DAY CLASSES instructor will be given one warning. If Program Supervisors
they choose not to follow the rules a Joe Ericksen 763 -569 -3382
• Requests for refunds must be made second time, they will be sent home Kathy Flesher 763 - 569 -3405
at least seven days before the class from class and will not be allowed to Sue LaCrosse 763 - 569 -3406
date. No refunds will be issued later return. No money will be refunded.
than seven days before the class
Aquatic Supervisors
starting date. LIABILITY Kirsten Jankovich 763 -569 -3317
• Refund cancellation fees as
described under refund policy The Recreation Department does not Natalie Ramirez 763 - 569 -3317
apply. provide accident insurance for
participants in any of its programs. Register online at
If classes or activities are canceled by Participants assume all inherent risk of
www.cityolbrooklyncenter.org
the recreation department, a full injury from their involvement in with Visa or MasterCard
refund will be issued. programs or activities.
www.cityojbrooklvncenter.org 34 Recreation Brochure
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
e- Connect (Online) WALK -IN MAIL -IN /FAX -IN
Registration Begins Registration Begins Registration Begins
Friday, January 2 Monday, January 5 Wednesday, January 7
IF YOU'VE TAKEN A CLASS 8 :30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Register at the
If you have taken a class from us, Reg Mail- In/Fax -In registrations will be
you already have a login ID and customer service counter at the processed on a random basis. Use
family account PIN number. If you Brooklyn Center Community Center. the form on back page. Mail to:
need assistance with the numbers, PHONE -IN Brooklyn Center Recreation
call 763 -569 -3400. Department, 6301 Shingle Creek
Registration Begins
TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN • Tuesday, January
6
In person at the community 55430. Fax number is 763 -569 -3434.
y y center 9:30 a.m.
• Call 763 -569 -3400 Please have your Payment must be included
• Online at Visa or MasterCard number ready.
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
select recreation. See eConnect
account form sidebar on right side. Phone -In
Fill out info and select submit. Registration hours:
Once you have your login ID and Visa and MasterCard
family account PIN number, you are
ready to register for classes online. Monday — Saturday are accepted.
TO REGISTER FOR 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
CLASSES ONLINE Sunday VISA'
1. Go to 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or _ Card
2. On the Homepage
click
3. Click on an
11 ., Make checks payable to
activity name and select "Add." City of Brooklyn Center.
4. Enter your login ID number and your
family account PIN number.
5. Under "select a Client" select the REGISTER EARLY
family member who will participate Registration is on a first -come, first -
in that activity. served basis. Instructors are not FINANCIAL
6. Select "Continue" to continue permitted to accept registration. The ASSISTANCE
shopping or "Go To Checkout." recreation department reserves the right Limited to Brooklyn Center residents
7. Repeat steps 3 -5 to register for to cancel classes when an insufficient who could not otherwise take a class due
multiple classes or to register other number of people have signed up. to family members. Waiting lists are kept for classes that financial reasons. For information,
c
8. Click "My Basket" to check your are full. If there are sufficient requests c Financial assistance is noot f available
current registrations before checking and if space and an instructor are vlable
out. Please verify that you have the available, additional classes may be online. Requests and registration must
be made in person.
correct family member(s) registered. formed.
9. To check out, click "OK" on the
security notice, complete your credit Classes have a minimum and maximum
card payment (Visa or MasterCard), number of registrants. Some fill to NO
and hit "Continue." Be sure to select capacity early. In other cases, if they
the Complete Transaction Button. appear to be under enrolled, we have to NON- RESIDENT FEES
(Note: you may print your receipt.) cancel classes several days before the Unlike many of our neighboring
starting date. There have been instances communities, Brooklyn Center does
tand Look for this symbol throughout where individuals have expressed an not charge non - resident fees for any
the brochure. These activities interest in a class already canceled. o f our programs, classes o r
classes are available for Please register early to avoid community center memberships.
online registration. disappointment!!
Recreation Brochure 35 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
BROOKLYN CENTER'S
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2009
l EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER,
6155 £ARLE BROWN DR
•5 :00 PM SOCIAL -6:00 PM DINNER
•7:00 PM PROGRAM & ENTERTAINMENT
RESERVATION INFORMATION — Cost: $35.00 /person. Paid reservations online,
in person, by phone or by mail at the Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430; 763 -569 -3400.
Reservation deadline is January 27, space permitting. Activity #11568.
Mail -In or Fax -In Registration Form (Use separate form for each person.) Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission
Name Male Female The Brooklyn Center Parks and
Recreation Advisory Commission
Address meets the third Tuesday of each
City Zip Code month at 7:00 p.m. at the
Phone H) W) (� community center. This commission
advises the City Council on the
Master Contact E -Mail parks and recreation program in
Activity # Activity Name Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson,
Activity # Activity Name chairperson; Gail Ebert; Muriel Lee;
Roger Peterson; John Russell; Tom
Birth Date Grade Amount Paid Shinnick; Dan Starling.
Parent Name
Department Mission
Form of payment: ❑Check Dedicated to the citizens of
Brooklyn Center that they may
Credit Card Information: ❑Visa ❑MasterCard share in the God given right to
Card Holder's Name Exp. Date beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility,
and to the end that each may herein
Number find the laughter of childhood, the
Special Needs (including food allergies): acceptance of youth, the fulfillment
For swim lessons, indicate swim level of adult life, and the companionship
Youth sports t -shirt size of old age, through a healthy,
Registration form is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be processed before satisfying use of leisure time.
January 7, 2009. For registration information, see page 35.
City n/ Presorted Standard
U.S. Postage
BROOKLYN Paid
CENTER Permit No. 2170
Minneapolis, MN
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center MN 55430