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NEWSLETTER
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To Avoid Long Waiting Please
Register Prior To Elections
Residents are strongly urged to Registration is allowed at the poll- allowed for the procedure.
register prior to election day in an ing places on election day, how- For the convenience of residents,
effort to avoid long waiting in lines. ever, plenty of time should be voter registration is conducted at
the Brooklyn Center City Hall
BROOKLYN PARK BORDER throughout the year, with the excep-
tion of 20 days prior to an election.
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ae Qe be obtained by stopping in at City
6sTHAVE N. Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway,
Cc 69TH AVE, N. Z or by calling 561 -5440. These cards
Sy /N 69TH AVE. N. wQ should be completely filled out and
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61 ST AVE. N. U�� closes August 24 at 5 p.m. Pre -
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58TH AVE. N. 58TH AVE. N. closes October 12 at 5 p.m.
To be eligible to vote in Brooklyn
Center, an individual must be at
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voting precinct has been added in
ROBBINSDALE BORDER Brooklyn Center. Precinct 9 has
POLLING PLACES been created to accommodate the
federal court's redistricting plan.
Brooklyn Center lies within
PRECINCT 1 .... Harron Methodist Church, 5452 Dupont Avenue North. House District 47B, with the excep-
PRECINCT 2 .... Earle Brown Elementary School, 5900 Humboldt tion of Precinct 9 which falls within
Avenue North. House District 47A.
PRECINCT 3 .... Evergreen Elementary School, 7020 Dupont Avenue North. Since the new Precinct has been
PRECINCT 4 .... St. Alphonsus Church, 7025 Halifax Avenue North. created out of a portion of Precinct 4, persons residing in this area will
PRECINCT 5 .... Orchard Lane School, 6201 Noble Avenue North. continue to vote at the old polling
PRECINCT 6 .... Garden City School, 6400 Brooklyn Boulevard. place location at St. Alphonsus
PRECINCT 7 .... Cross of Glory Church, 5940 Ewing Avenue North. Catholic Church, 7025 Halifax
Avenue. In other words, Precinct 4
PRECINCT 8 .... Northport Elementary School, 5421 Brooklyn Boulevard. and Precinct 9 have the same poll -
PRECINCT 9 .... St. Alphonsus Church, 7025 Halifax Avenue North. ing place.
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Election Animals Running At
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least 18 years of age on the day of Large May Be Impounded
the election; a citizen of the United
States; a resident of the state for at Domestic animals running at and $3 for neutered male or spayed
least 20 days prior to the election; large may be impounded, and will female dogs. All dogs must be
and be properly registered. not be released until all proper vaccinated for rabies. Proof of
If you have previously registered fees are paid. vaccination must be presented to
there is no need to go through the With respect to barking dogs, obtain a license.
process again, unless you have residents are encouraged to con- Licenses can be purchased at
failed to vote once in four preceding tact the owner and to solve this the City Hall or the Community
years, moved to a different address, problem. However, if this is not Center throughout the year. A
or you have changed your name. possible, please contact the Police delinquent dog license fee of $15
As stated, registration is allowed Department. is charged if the unlicensed dog is
on election day although long wait- As a reminder, dog licenses picked up. No such charge will
ing in lines will result. expire each year on May 31, and be made if the owner is late in pur-
To register at the polls, a resident cost $5 for male or female dogs, chasing a license.
must present one of the following
as proof of residence:
• Valid driver's license showing
address in precinct. Permanent Containers
• Valid non - qualification certifi-
cate issued by the Minnesota
Department of Public Safety Cannot Be On Curb
and showing address in
precinct.
• Notice of ineffective Residents are reminded that a The City of Brooklyn Center does
registration. Brooklyn Center ordinance indi- not pick up refuse, but will provide
• Valid registration in the same cates that storage of refuse be- residents with a list of haulers.
precinct but from an old tween collection dates can be For additional information regard -
address. either inside the garage or base- ing the ordinance or to obtain a list
• Driver's instruction permit or ment, or outside at the rear or side of haulers, please call the City Hall
receipt. of the building. at 561 -5440.
• Receipt of passing the test for
a Minnesota Instructional If kept outside, the waste con -
Permit or Driver's License. tainers must be screened from view Housing Grant
• A registered voter in your of adjacent streets or any other
precinct who will sign an oath residential place within 50 feet of program Now
stating that you reside in the the location of the containers.
precinct in which you are Containers used for garbage Available
voting. must be either regular metal or
• College students may use any plastic cans or impervious bags. The Brooklyn Center Housing
of the following, providing it Other wastes such as papers or and Redevelopment Authority is
shows their address in the empty cans can be stored in card- administering Brooklyn Center's
precinct,: student fee board boxes or similar containers. Housing Rehabilitation Grant Pro -
statement, student identifica- Disposable containers, regard- gram.
tion card, student registration less of what they contain, can be The program, which is funded
card. laced on the curb for
The primary election will be on placed by with Community Development
Tuesday, September 14, and the the, garbage hauler. The disposable monies, is intended to provide
general election will r 4, Tuesday, containers must be securely shut to financial assistance to low and
November t A precinct map and prevent spilling or blowing out of moderate income households with
list of polling the contents. the maintenance and repair of their
p g places accompany homes.
this story. Permanent type containers can- Maximum qualifying incomes
For additional information, not be set on the curb. Regardless range from a household with one
please contact the Brooklyn Center of what the hauler says, the con- individual with an income of
City Hall at 561.5440. tainers must be picked up from the $15,250 per year, to households
permanent storage area, or the with eight or more individuals
containers can be set in front of the having "Citizen. inquiries and requests may be garage doors, or immediately in a maximum annual house -
directed at the City Administration. If front of the house. hold income of $27,200.
there is any question regarding a service For additional information re-
that we are authorized to perform, The containers cannot be set garding the program and the quali-
please call us at 561 -5440. out earlier than sunset preceding fications, please call Elenor Haiser
the regular pick -up day. at 291 -6596.
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Improper Use Of Sewer System
Could Result In Sewer Back-Up
One of the contributing factors money for a private contractor, call after working hours.
for a sewer back -up in the home is the City's Public Utilities Depart- If the problem is in the main line,
the improper use of the sewer sys- ment at 561.5440, extension 134 it will be checked and corrected, or
tem. Some materials belong in the during normal business hours, or you will be advised to contact a
garbage can and not in the sewer call the Police Dispatch at 561 -5443 sewer cleaning company.
system.
Materials that will not readily
disintegrate in water should not be Cable Television Construction
flushed into the sewer system,
including metal, wood, plastic,
rubber, cloth, sand, glass, heavy On Schedule In Community
duty paper products, newspapers
and similar products, including Construction of the cable televi- and will be available to groups or
sanitary napkins. sion system is on schedule in individuals interested in learning
No volatile liquids such as gaso- Brooklyn Center. Phase I of the about cable television, and who
line, solvents, or oils should be system, which includes the portion would like to become involved in
flushed. Although many of the of the City west of Shingle Creek developing their own programming
mentioned materials seem very Parkway, is set for completion by on the public access channels. Free
obvious, they are the most com- this Fall. Phase ll, which is east of training sessions for the proper use
monly found when problems Shingle Creek Parkway, will be of television equipment will be
develop. completed next summer. conducted at the studio.
Disposable diapers can also pre-
sent a major problem, and is sug- Sales representatives of the Anyone interested in the training
gested to follow the manufacturer's cable company, Northern Cable- sessions, or wanting to be involved
directions, and not to put the plas- vision, will be contacting residents in public access programming,
tic outer cover in the sewer. to solicit their interest in subscrib- should contact Ken Johnson,
Occasionally, children will poke ing when the cable system is executive director of the Northwest
sticks, hose, wire and other such activated. Suburbs Cable Communications
items through the pick -hole in the Part of the system will include a Commission at 536 -8355.
street manhole cover, and this may free standing studio to be located
cause a sewer stoppage. in Brooklyn Center. The fully equip
If you are having any drainage ped color studio will be located in Please Drive
problem, and prior to spending any the Northbrook Shopping Center,
With Caution
City Of Brooklyn Center The Brooklyn Center Traffic
Safety Advisory Committee urges
CITY COUNCIL motorists, since school will be
Dean Nyquist ..:.. , ... Mayor starting shortly, to drive with extra
Bill Hawes ... .......... ............... I ........... .... Councilman caution especially near the inter -
Gene Lhotka ............... ............................... Councilman sections and school crossings.
Celia Scott.... , ..... .......... .... Councilwoman Parents with children riding bikes
RicnTheis .... ................ Councilman to school should also instruct the
.. 0 , • youngsters on the proper opera -
Gerald Splinter.. ... . ........... .... ........ . City Manager tion of a bike. A high percentage
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of riders are young and do not
SERVICE DIRECTORY realize the perils of sudden changes
Emergency Numbers (24 Hours) of direction.
POLICE - FIRE ................ ............................... 561 -5720 Motorists are also reminded to
City Hall Offices .............. ............................... 561 -5440 be on the lookout for school patrols
(Monday - Friday -8 A.M. to 5 P.M.) and school buses. When a school
Community Center ........ , .... 561.5448 bus is stopped, and the yellow
lights are flashing, a motorist must
CITY OFFICES wait and cannot pass the bus. Also,
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway when a school patrol flag is down,
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430 a motorist must wait until the flag
is lifted priorto proceeding.
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Residents Are Most Impo rtant
Part of Crime Program: Join!
To report information that might involved with the crime. Without
BROOKLYN CENTER help solve a crime, call the Crime the assurance of anonymity, this
Prevention Fund. If you see a crime source of information is not avail -
CRIME or suspicious activity in progress, able due to the fear of reprisal.
PREVENTION call the regular police emergency The support money for the Fund
number at 561.5720. comes from Brooklyn Center resi-
FUND Tips most useful to the police are dents and business people who feel
those which are factual and can be strongly that doing something
substantiated, as follows: about the prevention of crime is
• Names and addresses of everyone's responsibility. No tax
suspects. dollars are involved in this program,
• Dates and times of crime. and all donations are tax deduc-
e Positive identification of tible.
v suspects. The money is used for a variety
� QQ License numbers of vehicles of purposes, including: paying
involved.
2 i C? rewards for information; paying
G Q� Identifiable characteristics of informants; paying for operating
IV/'y SERV`G suspects. expenses, such as phone, printing;
• Personal knowledge of the further publicity about the Crime
crimes involved. Prevention Fund.
The "Crime Prevention Fund" is An individual who wants to pro- Current sponsoring organiza-
a newly formed crime prevention vide confidential information can tions are: Brooklyn Center Chamber
program in Brooklyn Center. The maintain complete anonymity of Commerce, Brooklyn Center
program was developed by several simply by not revealing any infor- Rotary Club, Brooklyn Center Jay -
civic groups and organizations in mation on his or her identity. cees, Brooklyn Center Lions Club,
the community to deal with such If more contacts with the Fund Community Emergency Assistance
common occurrences as burglary, are necessary, the individual need Program (CEAP), Brooklyn Center
assault, larceny, auto theft, fraud, only call or write again, or other Volunteer Firemen, Brooklyn Cen-
vandalism and others. arrangements can be made in any ter JC Women, Northwest Kiwanis
The program was developed on manner desired. Messages are for
the premise that the most effective warded to the police and will remain Club, Brooklyn Center Lioness
tools for crime prevention in a com- within the department in strict Club, Brooklyn Center Historical
munity are the residents.
confidence. Society, Brooklyn Center Women's
The direct purpose of the resi- Why is anonymity important? Club, Brooklyn Twins, and Leisure
Time.
dent sponsored group is to obtain Many may be afraid to assist in the
information on unsolved crimes. solving of a crime due to the fear Current officers are: Phillip
This information is gathered anony- of reprisal, while others have a Cohen, president; Bill Fignar, vice -
mously from citizens who want to general fear of "getting involved ". president; Bobbye Moylan, secre-
do something about crime in Brook- Some are concerned about the tary; and Jay Hruska, treasurer.
lyn Center. potential publicity or need to testify All residents benefit from this
By calling 561.6649, night or day, at a trial. program, and the success depends
a resident can report information Some of the individuals best on your information and your sup -
that will assist the police in solving able to provide information about port. Please support the program
crimes. The phone number is not an crime are directly or indirectly with a tax deductible donation.
emergency number, and should _ _
never be used to report a crime in Send check or money order to:
progress or in case of an emer- I CRIME PREVENTION FUND
gency. 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Calls to the Crime Prevention Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
Fund are recorded and regularly
reported to the Brooklyn Center Yes! I want to help, enclosed is my contribution $5 $10 $15 $
Police for their follow up on the I would like to help in some way, please call me when you need assistance.
information in a normal investiga-
tive manner. NAME
Financial rewards may be offer-
ed to residents when information ADDRESS
leads to arrest and formal charging.
The reporting person will remain ZIP PHONE — I
anonymous. J
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Life. Be In It." �,
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Fall Festival pgpK$ AND RECREATION
"Life. Be In It." is a promotional campaign developed by the "LIFE. BE IN IT." SWIM SPECIALS
National Recreation and Park Association, NRPA, to generate in. September
Se
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Come on down to the Community Center on Saturd
creased public awareness of the value of recreation and leisure. The 1 i and from own a.m. - 12 Noon our bargain rates rd y, Se children
program is designed to illustrate the importance of being active and
encourage Americans to balance their lives by participating in enjoy- (5 -14), 50` —youth (15 -17) and 75`— adults (18 and older) will apply.
able, inexpensive forms of recreation. The purpose is not to advocate WOW! A great way for parents to register for swim lessons while the
rigorous activity, but to demonstrate that there are a wide variety of kids swim.
leisure activities. Then from 1 to 10 p.m. these discount pool rates will apply: 75`—
NRPA has produced a series of animated TV spots which suggest children, $1.00 —youth and $1.25 — adults. All swimmers on Saturday,
alternatives of walking, bike riding, sightseeing, kite flying and other September 11 will be eligible for our hourly door prize drawing. You
simple activities. The cartoons will be aired on a local and national may win a free pass to the Community Center, a T -Shirt or maybe
basis in the near future. even a Community Center swim bag.
In addition to television exposure, NRPA has arranged to promote
"Life. Be In It." through local park and recreation agencies. Saturday,
September 11 is designated as the date for the National "Life. Be In MEET THE KING OF THE BODYBUILDERS
It." Fall Festival.
Drop -in the exercise room between 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and/or 1:00 -
Join us at the Community Center for an exciting day of "Life. Be In 3:00 p.m. on September 11 for advice, demonstrations and exercise
It." activities including registration for fall classes, swim specials, equipment techniques. Dirk Wells, exercise consultant, will be happy
door prizes, family movie night, special activity demonstrations, to help you. No registration necessary. Single bargain admission or
representatives from local clubs and organizations and meet our a membership to the Community Center is required. Open to all per -
activity instructors. sons 15 years and older.
YOU ARE INVITED TO MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
If you are undecided about what to do this Fall here's your chance FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT— SEPTEMBER 11
to meet the class instructors, ask questions, see samples of their
work, and then decide what you want to do. Get the whole family together for a MOVIE and FREE SWIM night
Most instructors will be at the Community Center from 8:00 - 10:00 at the Community Center. First, beginning at 7:00 p.m. see everyone's
a.m. and from 12 noon . 2:00 p.m. during registration. favorite dog, Benji in "Oh, Heavenly Dog ". After the movie, stay for a
There will be some special activity demonstrations from time to swim, relax in the sauna or workout in the Exercise Room. We'll be
time. open until 10:00 p.m. just for families. (All children must be accom-
We'll be giving away a door prize too! panied by an adult.) Church groups and youth groups are welcome.
Admission fee is $1.25 (children under 5 admitted free.) A great night
LOCAL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS of family entertainment.
To help increase public awareness of the variety of leisure clubs
and organizations in Brooklyn Center, many representatives will be BECOME A "LIFE. BE IN IT." FAMILY
at the "Life. Be In It." Fall Festival on September 11. They too will
be here from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. and Noon - 2:00 p.m. They include This popular summer activity will now be offered on a year round
Brooklyn Swim Club, Girl Scouts, Friendship Quilters Club, Women's basis. The idea of becoming a "Life. Be In It." Family is to get the
Club, Brookdale Community Library, North Star Gymnastic Club, family together, to do something with each other and to have some
Leisure Time and Brooklyn Twins, Home and Garden Club, Happy fun. Detailed information on the "Life. Be In It." Family will be avail -
Face Square Dance Club, Hennepin Artists Association and many able at the Park and Recreation table at the Fall Festival. Your family
more. Come and visit with the representatives and find out what too can have their name added to the Brooklyn Center "Life. Be In It."
these leisure clubs and organizations are all about. Family Hall of Fame.
Adult Activities
CHILDCARE SERVICE SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE
The "PLAY- CORNER" will be provided for parents attending morning A fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years and older.
classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the Community Center. You do not need to be a swimmer or get your hair wet. Please furnish
The minimum age is 6 months. The cost is 60` per child per hour for doctor's name and number when registering. Registration Fee $6.00/
each pre - school child. The "PLAY- CORNER" will be open Monday- 10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy Lindgren.
Friday 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For further information call 561 -5448. # Day Begins Time Location
AQUA EXERCISE 6 Tues. Sept. 21 9:15 a.m. CC
Exercise in the water fbr better health and a trimmer figure. You do
not need to be a swimmer or get your hair wet. Enjoy a pleasant and DANCING FIT
relaxing experience through this unique approach to exercise with
music. Some AEROBICS will also be included. Class #3 is also Fit your exercise to music, for a fun way to shape up and relieve the
open to teens interested in this form of exercise, a terrific way for stress and strain of everyday living. No dance background necessary.
both mom & daughter to have some fun. Registration Fee $12.50/10 A great class for people who have never exercised before or for any -
Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy Lindgren for #1, 4, 5. one who has tried aerobics and because of age, weight or medical
Donna Powers for #2, 3. reasons would like a modified class. Improve your figure and fitness!
# Day Begins Time Location Registration Fee $12.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Class #7, 9,
1 Tues. Sept. 21 10:15 a.m. CC instructor Bev Wilson and #8, Kathy Kraus.
2 Tues. Sept. 21 6:30 p.m. NVJH # Day Begins Time Location
3 Tues. Sept. 21 7:30 p.m. NVJH 7 Mon. Sept. 27 11:30 a.m. CC
4 Thurs. Sept. 23 9:15 a.m. CC 8 Mon. Sept. 27 6:30 p.m. Orchard Lane
5 Thurs. Sept. 23 10:15 a.m. CC 9 Wed. Sept. 29 4:45 p.m. Evergreen
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED MIXED VOLLEYBALL
Open to all post high school age men and women. Choose sides and
WOMEN'S EXERCISE &AEROBIC DANCE play fun low -key volleyball. A night out for Mom and Dad. Activity fee
is 50 per person per session. No organized teams please.
The class is fun, challenging and includes AEROBIC movements in Day Begins Time Location
dance combinations. This class is a physical fitness program that Wed. Oct. 6 7:30 p.m. BCHS
offers complete and effective conditioning for muscles, heart and MEN'S OPEN GYM
lungs. It's a combination of dancing for the fun of it, and dancing for
more ENERGY EVERYDAY! No dance background necessary. Regis- For men post high school age. Open gym for informal basketball.
tration Fee $12.50/10 Sessions. Classes are 50 min. Instructor Bev No organized teams please. The Monday night Open Gym goes
Wilson for #10 -18. Cindy Lindgren for #19, 20. through Nov. 1. Activity fee is $1.00 per person per session.
# Day Begins Time Location Day Begins Time Location
10 Mon. Sept. 27 9:30 a.m. CC Mon. Sept. 13 6:30 p.m. NVJH
11 Mon. Sept. 27 10:30 a.m. CC Sat. Sept. 18 1:30 p.m. NVJH
12 Mon. Sept. 27 3:20 p.m. Evergreen JUDO
13 Mon. Sept. 27 4:45 p.m. Palmer Lake
14 Mon. Sept. 27 5:45 p.m. Palmer Lake For men and women who are interested in learning the basic skills or
15 Tues. Sept. 28 7:00 p.m. CC more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood, 4th Degree Black -
16 Tues. Sept. 28 8:00 P.M. CC belt, provides complete instruction. In addition, interested students
17 Wed. Sept. 29 3:20 p.m. Evergreen may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club, which is nationally sanc-
18 Thurs. Sept. 30 9:00 a.m. CC tioned. All sessions held in North View Jr. High Wrestling Room.
19 Thurs. Sept. 30 6:00 p.m. Earle Brown Registration Fee $13.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Class #31 Begin -
20 Thurs. Sept. 30 7:00 p.m. Earle Brown ning; Class #32 Advanced. For adults and children.
21 Sat. Oct. 2 10:00 a.m. NVJH # Day Begins Time Location
31 Wed. Sept. 22 7:00 p.m. NVJH
WOMEN'S CONDITIONING AND PHYSICAL FITNESS 32 Wed. Sept. 22 8:00 p.m. NVJH
Physical conditioning to look and feel better. The weight training
machine and flexibility program provide a well- rounded fitness pro-
gram. The class is tailored to individual needs providing you with the POTTERY SAMPLER —NEW
information needed to set up and pace workouts for future use. This Have you ever wanted to try pottery but didn't know if you'd like it?
program emphasizes conditioning, endurance, and years of healthy Here's your chance, come try your skill at hand building and wheel
living. Class meets Monday and Wednesday for 5 weeks in the Com- throwing a pot! Bring a work shirt to class, all other supplies furnish -
munity Center Exercise room. Babysitting available —see Childcare ed. Registration Fee $4.00/1 Session. Class 3 hours. Instructor Karen
Service. Registration Fee $18.00/5 weeks. Haberle.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Date Time Location
22 M & W Sept. 20 1:00 P.M. CC 33 Tues. Sept. 14 6:30 p.m. CC
23 M & W Oct. 25 1:00 P.M. CC 34 Thurs, Oct. 21 6:30 p.m. CC
BALLET
A universal language of discipline, posture, muscle control, to im- POTTERY
prove body tone and figure. No previous experience required but The class is designed to teach the basic skills of wheel throwing and
challenging enough for those who have had previous dance classes. hand building. The Community Center offers a unique opportunity to
Classes are 45 min. in length. Registration Fee: $16.00/10 Sessions. practice your new skills by including in the registration fee, clay for
Instructor Bev Wilson. projects, unlimited studio practice time and firing fees. Bring a work
# Day Begins Time Location shirt to the first class. Please allow about $6.00 for purchasing of
24 Tues. Sept. 28 6:15 p.m. CC tools. Registration Fee $28.00/7 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instruc-
tor Karen Haberle.
BEGINNING BALLROOM DANCE # Day Begins Time Location
35 Tues. Sept. 21 6:30 p.m. CC
For couples only. Dancing is a skill that can be learned. Don't sit on 36 Tues. Nov. 9 6:30 p.m. CC
the sidelines and watch others enjoy themselves. Learn the Waltz,
Foxtrot, Swing. Registration Fee $22.50 /per couple /8 Sessions. LAB & FIRING PRIVILEGES
Classes 1 hour. Instructor Les Eck. Open to persons who completed a pottery class at the Community
# Day Begins Time Location Center or have previous experience and are familiar with equipment.
25 Mon. Oct. 4 7:30 p.m. Earle Brown Lab may be used on an unlimited basis other than class times and
have pieces fired in the 7 week period. Clay may be purchased at the
WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE MEETING Community Center. Arrange your own time to work in the lab during
the 7 weeks. Lab sessions correspond to dates listed under pottery.
Open to all post high school age women. Recreation and Power Registration Fee $17.50/7 weeks.
divisions play Oct.- March. Team entry fees will be determined by # Begins Time Location
number of teams in the league. An organizational meeting will be 37 Sept. 21 To be arranged CC
held on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center. All 38 Nov. 9 To be arranged CC
captains and girls looking for a team to play with should attend.
PHOTOGRAPHY
WOMEN'S OPEN VOLLEYBALL The photo darkroom located in the Brooklyn Center Community
Center is open to all interested persons for a fee of $1.00 per hour.
A night of fun volleyball for women (Post high school age). Bring a Users must furnish their own chemicals and paper. Persons who have
friend or come alone. An enjoyable time plus good exercise. Please completed our Darkroom Techniques class are eligible to use the
no organized teams. No charge. Runs thru December 16. lab. Persons who have had darkroom training somewhere else, must
Day Begins Time Location attend one of our Photo Lab Orientation sessions.
Tues. Sept. 7 7:30 p.m. Earle Brown
Thurs. Sept. 23 7:30 p.m. Willow Lane PHOTOGRAPHY DARKROOM USE
The photo darkroom located in the Brooklyn Center Community
MIXED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Center is open to all interested persons for a fee of $1.00 per hour.
Users must furnish their own chemicals and paper. Persons who have
A fun, new, exciting way to spend your evenings out together and get completed our Darkroom Techniques class are eligible to use the lab.
some exercise to boot! If interested call the Community Center for Persons who have had darkroom training some where else, must
further details 561 -5448. attend one of our Photo Lab Orientation sessions.
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED *HAY BALE MAT —NEW
You'll love this perky fall table decoration that combines dried silk
KNOW YOUR CAMERA flowers and an ornamental figure. that is arranged on a mini -bale of
If you're not getting the results you want out of your camera, this hay and mat. Bring scissors and wire cutters to class. Please allow
class is for you. Use of camera, film, meter, filters will be covered. $8.75 for materials to be purchased from instructor. Registration Fee
The art of flash, close up and photographing people will also be dis- $2.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy Weissman.
cussed. Registration Fee $10.00/3 Sessions. Class length 2 hours. # Day Date Time Location
Instructor Maralyn Reichow. 51 Tues. Oct. 5 7:00 p.m. BCHS
# Day Begins Time Location *VICTORIAN COVERED BASKET —NEW
39 Wed. Sept. 22 7:00 p.m. CC
The top of this covered wicker basket is decorated with small silk
PHOTO LAB ORIENTATION flowers that you make yoruself, baby's breath, lace and velvet ribbon.
A nostalgic, old- fashioned gift or keepsake that stores your favorite i
For people who have taken darkroom instruction at other fa ;ilities treasures. Indicate choice of colors: It. /dk. blue, burgundy /mauve, J
and are experienced in darkroom procedures. Participants will be brown /rust. Bring scissors and wire cutters to class. Please allow
eligible to rent the darkroom lab during Community Center hours. $7.50 for materials to be purchased from instructor. Registration Fee
PRE - REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY AT LEAST 3 WORKING DAYS $2.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy Weissman.
PRIOR TO EACH TEST DATE. Registration Fee $3.00. # Day Date Time Location
# Day Dates Time Location 52 Tues. Oct. 26 7:00 p.m. BCHS
40 Wed. Sept. 22 6:30 p.m. CC
41 Wed. Oct.6 6:30 p.m. CC *COUNTRY RUFFLES —NEW
42 Wed. Oct. 27 6:15 p.m. CC A small basket you decorate with ribbon and eyelet ruffles is a per -
DARKROOM TECHNIQUES fect show off for your arrangement of fall silk daisy mums and dried
fillers. Bring scissors and wire cutters to class. Allow $7.00 for
Learn how to mix chemicals, tell negative contrast and develop black materials to be purchased from instructor. Registration Fee $2.0011
and white film. Each student will make an excellent print from his Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy Weissman.
own negative. Fee includes chemicals. Upon completion of the class, # Day Date Time Location
students will be eligible to use the Community Center darkroom. 53 Tues. Nov. 9 7:00 p.m. BCHS
BECAUSE OF MATERIALS PURCHASED FOR THIS CLASS, REFUND
REQUESTS MUST BE MADE NO LATER THAN ONE WEEK BEFORE *FRAMED DOILY —NEW
FIRST CLASS BEGINS. Registration Fee $20.00/4 Sessions. Length A hand crocheted doily is set in a shadow box frame. Wallpaper back -
of class 3 hrs. Instructor Maralyn Reichow. ground decorated with mini - flowers you make yourself gives you an
# Day Begins Time Location old- fashioned, nostalgic look. Indicate choice of wallpaper and
43 Wed. Oct. 13 6:45 p.m. CC flower colors, blue, brown, or burgundy. Bring scissors, wire cutters.
Please allow $20.00 for materials to be purchased the night of class.
*PATCHWORK AND QUILTING Registration Fee $2.0011 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy
The class will cover crazy, log cabin, patchwork and quilting, ap- Weissman.
plique, finishing techniques, cathedral window and methods of # Day Date Time Location
making quilts by the square. Childcare available for day class —See 54 Tues. Nov. 16 7:00 p.m. BCHS
Childcare Service. Registration fee $7.00/4 Sessions. Classes 2 *LACE MAKING — TATTING
hours. Instructor Joanne Holznecht.
# Day Date Time Location Tatting, a fascinating skill from the past ... learn how to tat and
44 Mon. Sept. 20 7:00 p.m. CC design a pattern. In the final class you will learn how to make a dainty
45 Mon. Oct. 4 12:30 p.m. Cc holiday ornament, perfect for the tree or gift box. Materials furnished
for first session. Bring a scissors. No class Nov. 2. You will also have
*SHADOW APPLIQUE —NEW the opportunity of meeting informally with other tatters after the
Try this fast and simple technique of applique. The class project is course is over. Registration Fee 510.00/6 Sessions. Classes 2 hours.
a charming 6" hoop wall hanging. Bring pencil, scissors, pins, needle Instructor Lee Balfany.
and whatever embroidery thread you have. Other supplies furnished # Day Begins Time Location
in class. A fun class for the beginner as well as experienced sewer!! 55 Tues. Oct. 5 7:00 p.m. BCHS
Registration Fee $4.50/1 Session. Class 3 hours. Instructor Joanne DOG OBEDIENCE
Holzknecht.
# Day Date Time Location This course is open to people 12 years and older, whose dog is at
46 Mon. Sept. 27 9:00 a.m. CC least 6 months old. This course will teach you how to work with your
47 Thurs. Oct. 14 7:00 p.m. CC dog in order to teach him social behavior and self - discipline. For
more information, call Stanley Orr, 533 -5207. Registration Fee $18.00/
*DOLL MAKING —NEW 8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
# Day Begins Time Location
Learn how to make this lovely 20" fabric doll from the hair on her 56 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:30 p.m. Northport
head, to the shoes on her tiny feet! During class students will get a
good start on the doll. Demonstrations and samples will show cloth- *MAGIC ART-OIL PAINTING
ing construction and finishing techniques. Bring 1/3 yd. pale pink
or off -white broadcloth, basic sewing supplies, soft lead pencil, Oil painting made easy! Anyone with a desire to paint, can, with the
scissor, thread to match fabric, embroidery needle and a portable Magic Art Method. Beginners to Intermediate hobby artists will learn
sewing machine if you have one. Registration Fee $3.50/1 Session. how to use large brushes and a unique palette knife to complete a
Classes 3 hours. Instructor Joanne Holzknecht. fine oil painting in this 2 sessions workshop. Carol Reile is an ac-
# Day Date Time Location credited Magic Art instructor from California who teaches the Wil-
48 Wed. Sept. 29 9:00 a.m. CC liam Alexander Technique. Supplies furnished except for frame.
49 Thurs. Oct. 28 6:45 p.m. CC Paintings for each workshop on display. Come to a free demonstra-
tion on Sept. 11. Each workshop is 2 classes, 2 hours each. Barnyard
BASIC SILK FLOWERS Landscapes will be painted in Class #57, Floral in #58, Stilllife in
#59 and Landscape #60. BECAUSE OF MATERIALS PURCHASED
Enter the beautiful world of lasting silk flowers. Learn to make five FOR THIS CLASS, REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE MADE NO LATER
different flowers— daisy, anemone, azalea, carnation, and rose from THAN TWO WEEKS BEFORE FIRST CLASS BEGINS. Registration
pre -cut petals. Other flowers will be demonstrated by instructor. Fee $18.00/2 Sessions.
Bring scissors, wire cutters, and a smile to class. Allow $3.50 for # Day Begins Time Location
materials to be purchased at class. Registration Fee $2.00/1 Session. 57 Thurs. Sept. 30 7:00 p.m. CC
Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy Weissman. 58 Sat. Oct. 2 4:15 p.m. CC
# Day Date Time Location 59 Thurs. Nov. 4 7:00 p.m. CC
50 Tues. Sept. 21 7:00 p.m. BCHS 60 Sat. Nov. 13 2:30 p.m. CC
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED BEGINNING CALLIGRAPHY
Learn the art of beautiful lettering. The class is a detailed study of
the italic alphabet. Students will obtain experience in using double
*OIL PAINTING pencils and dip pens. Bring a notebook and pencil for note taking and
$4.25 for the workbook required for the course. Additional supplies
Learn to paint like a pro! You need not be an artist to paint this beauti- will be discussed. Registration Fee $18.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2 1 /2
ful painting you can be proud of. Students will learn the correct tech- hours. Instructor Mozelle Johnson.
nique used in painting with oil. All supplies furnished. (Excluding # Day Begins Time Location
frame.) Bring rags to clean brushes. BECAUSE OF MATERIALS PUR- 62 Mon. Oct. 18 9:30 a.m. CC
CHASED FOR THIS CLASS, REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE MADE 63 Mon. Oct. 18 7:00 p.m. CC
NO LATER THAN ONE WEEK BEFORE THE CLASS BEGINS. Regis-
tration Fee $35.00/6 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Don Berg. PRE SKI KICKOFF — November 15
# Day Begins Time Location Get into the Ski of things at the annual Pre -Ski Kickoff Party on Mon -
61 Tues. Oct. 5 7:00 p.m. CC
day, November 15 at the Community Center beginning at 1:45 p.m.
Highlights include ski fashion show, representatives from ski areas
BLACKJACKIPOWDERHORNSKl EXCURSION and seminars on ski equipment, staying warm and getting into Ski
Shape exercises. Babysitting is available for 60` /child /hour. Sorry, no
Attention all Ski fans. Join us on March 2, 3 & 4, 1983 for an exciting children will be allowed at the Ski party. There is no charge for this
Ski outing to Michigan. Package includes 2 nights lodging at Black- program but you must R.S.V.P. at 561 -5448 by November 12. If you
jack, 2 full day lift tickets and round trip chartered motorcoach. All are unable to attend but would like to receive the weekly trip informa-
food is on your own. Special rates forchildren 12 and under. For more tion, call the Parks and Recreation Department. If you are interested
information or to receive a trip flyer, call 561 -5448. in being a model for the fashion show, call Sue at 561 -5448.
Senior Adult Activities
If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy "WELLNESS " —A NEW APPROACH TO AGING
Flesher, Senior Citizen coordinator at 561 -5448.
A five session series focusing on "healthy life- styles" with an empha-
SENIOR HAPPENINGS sis on self - responsibility for your own health. The series is informally
presented by public health staff through films and slides. In other
Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Parks and areas this series has been received with excitement and responsive -
Recreation Department. The "Senior Happenings" tells activities ness. Over the counter drugs, exercise, mental attitude, good food
going on at the clubs, in the community and outings offered. If you and good teeth are some topics that will be covered. $5.00/5 Sessions.
don't receive one now give Kathy a call at 561 -5448. # Day Begins Time Location
64 Wed. Oct. 6 9:45 a.m. CC
SOCIAL CLUBS
Two social clubs are sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Parks and COMMUNITY CENTER BLOOD PRESSURE
Recreation Department. The Leisure Time Club meets Wednesdays
throughout the year from Noon - 3 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center Com- Screening is done by Red Cross volunteer nurses on the last Wednes-
munity Center. There are no dues or club requirements to belong. day of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Every Thursday screen -
The Brooklyn Twins Club meets the `1st and 3rd Friday of each ing is conducted at CEAP. Call 566 -9600 for schedule.
month Sept. -June at Earle Brown School, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Membership
dues are $1.50 annually per person. Any person 60 years of age or
older may join, only 1 spouse must meet the age requirements. *First
meetings Sept. 10 & 24.
COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS
Community Tripsters is a program for people age 55 years and older C
who enjoy getting away once a month on day or overnight trips.
Activities will include tours, fishing trips, attending stage produc-
tions, ball games and the like. If you are interested in such activi-
ties and meeting new friends from the surrounding area, please call
and ask to receive the information.
GIFTTRUNK
A craft club run by Seniors who sell their handcrafted items. Member-
ship is limited to Brooklyn Center Seniors or members of either
Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For information call 561 -9278 or
561 -4805. Shoppers, visit the Gift Trunk on the 1st Wednesday of the
month from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Additional hours will be Saturday,
September 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Community Center. SWIMMING POOL
CLASSES Memberships are given to Brooklyn Center residents 62 years old
Brooklyn Center residents 62 years and over may register for classes and over. Application may be made at the Community Center desk.
at 1 /2 the registration fee. This does not apply to supplies or special Membership entitles the member to use the swimming pool, exercise
Senior Classes. room, and sauna during recreation or "open" periods.
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE T.A.P.
A fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years and older. Telephone Assistance Program for elderly and handicapped who live
You do not need to be a swimmer or get your hair wet. Please furnish alone. The program has helped several persons with immediate
doctor's name and number when registering. Registration Fee $6.00/ needs, in some cases Emergency situations. If you are interested in
10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy Lindgren. the program for yourself or a friend, contact a TAP clerk 535 -2225.
# Day Begins Time Location We really care about our participants! Sponsored by Brooklyn Center
6 Tues. Sept. 21 9:15 a.m. CC Police Department.
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Children Activities
TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE BATON TWIRLING
This class gives children an opportunity to participate in singing, Class will teach students (minimum age 6) the basic skills and march -
creative expressions, rhythms and dance. For pre - schoolers. Chil- ing techniques of baton handling. Balanced batons are suggested.
dren must be 4 years old by March 1, 1983. Registration Fee $10.00/ Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor
10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Kathy Kraus. Kathy Kraus.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
65 Wed. Sept. 29 4:30 p.m. Fair Oaks 77 Mon. Sept. 27 4:30 p.m. Orchard Lane
TINY TOT TAP AND BALLET GIRLS BEGINNING TUMBLING
Children will have an opportunity to participate in beginning ballet
movements and simple tap steps. For pre - schoolers. Children must A course in the beginning techniques of tumbling. Girls new a our
be 4 years old by March 1, 1983. Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Program must register for this class before taking the more advanced
Classes 45 min. Instructor Donna Powers. classes. Students will have an opportunity to learn such basic skills
# Day Begins Time Location as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. For girls in Kinder -
66 Tues. Sept. 28 4:15 p.m. Palmer Lake garten and up. Registration Fee $12.00110 Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
67 Thurs. Sept. 30 5:00 p.m. Evergreen # Day Begins Time Location
78 Mon. Sept. 27 3:00 p.m. Earle Brown
79 Mon. Sept. 27 4:00 p.m. Earle Brown
RHYTHMS AND TUMBLING 80 Mon. Sept. 27 3:15 p.m. Willow Lane
Beginning Tumbling stunts and patterns for coordination will be 81 Mon. Sept. 27 4:15 p.m. Willow Lane
taught. For Pre- Schoolers. Children must be 4 years old by March 1, 82 Tues. Sept. 28 3:15 p.m. Palmer Lake
1983. Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instruc- 83 Tues. Sept. 28 3:45 p.m. Orchard Lane
for Donna Powers #69, 70. Kathy Kraus #68. 84 Tues. Sept. 28 4:45 p.m. Orchard Lane
# Day Begins Time Location 85 Wed. Sept. 29 3:45 p.m. Northport
68 Mon. Sept. 27 5:30 p.m. Orchard Lane 86 Wed. Sept. 29 5:30 p.m. Fair Oaks
69 Wed. Sept. 29 4:30 p.m. Northport 87 Thurs. Sept. 30 3:15 p.m. Evergreen
70 Thurs. Sept. 30 6:15 p.m. NVJH 88 Sat. Oct.2 10:00 a.m. NVJH
WIGGLE & GIGGLE GIRLS ADVANCED TUMBLING
An exercise class for parent and preschool child (ages 3 -5). Some Students must have passed Beginning Tumbling and be able to do a
exercises, a little dancing stunts and tricks, and most of all wiggling limber and back walkover in good form before registering. Students
and giggling and lots of fun for everyone! Wear loose fitting clothes will learn handsprings, one - handed and divecartwheels. Registration
and a smile! Registration Fee of $10.00 includes both parent and Fee $12.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Joni Boris.
child for 10 weeks. Classes 45 min. Instructor Kathy Kraus. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 89 Sat. Oct.2 9:00 a.m. NVJH
71 Wed. Sept. 29 6:30 p.m. Fair Oaks
PRESCHOOL GIRLS BEGINNING APPARATUS
The Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation pro- Department offers a Students MUST have passed Beginning Tumbling in order to register
p p for this class. Skills such as mounts, turns and stunts will be taught
gram for children 3 1 /2 - 5 years old. The classes are held at the Com- at the beginning level on the use of the balance beam, uneven parallel
munity Center with a certified teacher. Call Kathy Flesher, 561 -5448, bars and vaulting horse. Registration Fee $12.00/10 Sessions. Class -
ext. 170 for information. es 1 hour. Instructor Denise Schleusner.
# Day Begins Time Location
BALLET 90 Sat. Oct.2 10:15 a.m. NVJH
For students in grades 2 - 6 who have had little or no previous ballet 91 Sat. Oct. 2 11:15 a.m. NVJH
dance training. Class emphasizes body placement, posture, ballet
positions and basic combinations. Please wear ballet shoes, leo- GIRLS ADVANCED APPARATUS
tard or bodysuit to class. (Do not buy leotard until after 1st session.)
Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor This is the second level in apparatus. Students must have passed
Kathy Kraus. the Beginning Apparatus Class in order to register for this class.
# Day Begins Time Location Girls will continue work on various jumps and leaps and will learn
72 Wed. Sept. 29 3:45p.m. Fair Oaks more advanced gymnastic stunts. Registration Fee $14.00/10 Ses-
sions. Classes 1 hour 15 min. Instructor Denise Schleusner.
BALLET, TAP AND JAZZ —NEW # Day Begins Time Location
92 Sat. Oct.2 9:00 a.m. NVJH
The fundamentals of ballet, simple tap combinations and modern
jazz body movements will be taught. Forchildren in grades 1 -6. Regis- GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTI
tration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Donna
Powers. The intermediate level offers more advanced skills in tumbling, ap-
# Day Begins Time Location paratus and floor exercises. The beginning (novice) compulsory
73 Tues. Sept. 28 5:00 p.m. Palmer Lake routines will be taught. Students registering for this class must have
74 Thurs. Sept. 30 4:15 p.m. Evergreen passed Advanced Apparatus. Registration Fee $14.00/10 Sessions.
Classes 1 hour 15 min. Instructor Denise Schleusner.
# Day Begins Time Location
CREATIVE DANCE AND BALLET 93 Sat. Oct. 2 12:15 p.m. NVJH
Here is an opportunity for children in grades 1 -6 to enjoy the freedom
of creative rhythms tempered with the disciplines of classic ballet. BOYS TUMBLING
Such experience paves the way for more advanced dance study and
is an excellent background training for those anxious to pursue A program for boys in 1st thru 6th grade. A course in the beginning
gymnastics and cheerleading. Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. techniques of tumbling. Students will have an opportunity to learn
Classes 45 min. Instructor Kathy Kraus #75, Donna Powers #76. such basic skills as rolls, headstands, handstands, etc. Registration
# Day Begins Time Location Fee $12.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Joni Boris.
75 Mon. Sept. 27 3:45 p.m. Orchard Lane # Day Begins Time Location
76 Wed. Sept. 29 3:45 p.m. Northport 94 Sat. Oct.2 11:00 a.m. NVJH
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CHILDREN ACTIVITIES CONTINUED CALLIGRAPHY FOR KIDS
BOYS BEGINNING APPARATUS Beginning study of various alphabets. Students in grades 4 -6 will
practice Gothic, Roman and Text styles of writing using a flair pen.
Skills will be taught at the beginning level on the use of the rings, Registration Fee $7.00/5 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Ms.
bars, and rope. Boys must be in 2nd grade or above and MUST have Farrell, Certified Teacher.
taken the Beginning Tumbling course offered by the Brooklyn Center # Day Begins Time Location
Parks and Recreation Department in order to register for this class. 101 Tues. Sept. 28 3:45 p.m. Garden City
Registration Fee $12.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Joni 102 Tues. Nov. 9 3:45 p.m. Northport
Boris.
# Day Begins Time Location POTTERY FOR KIDS
95 Sat. Oct. 2 12:00 p.m. NVJH
Designed to give students in grades 3 -6 an introductory experience
NORTH STAR GYMNASTIC CLUB in working with clay. Covers the technique of basic hand building
(pinch, slab and coil) and glazing. Fee includes all materials. Bring
The Club's Program is designed to instruct the beginner through an old shirt or similar coverups to protect clothing. Registration
advanced level gymnast in preparation for junior and senior high Fee $10.00/5 Sessions. Classes 1 1 /2 hours. Instructor Ms. Farrell,
competition. Practices are held at Osseo Jr. and Brooklyn Center Certified Teacher.
High School. North Stars is a low cost, parent run organization. # Day Begins Time Location
Registration will be held from 1 - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 103 Wed. Sept. 29 3:20 p.m. Palmer Lake
the Brooklyn Center Community Center. For more information, call
Kelli Cassidy Johnson at 427 -4783.
`MAGIC ART —OIL PAINTING
SOCCER CAMP Two weeks of classes for the young artist, minimum age 8, during
Fundamentals of the game will bne taught and some informal games which they will complete one Oil Painting! Using the Magic Art Me-
will be played. For boys and girls in 1st through 6th grade. Registra- thod, students learn to use large brushes and a unique palette knife.
tion Fee $6.00/4 weeks. Camp 1 hr. and 15 min. #96 for grades 3.4, Instructor Carol Reile is an accredited Magic Art instructor from
#97 for grades 5 -6 and #98 for grades 1 -2. California. Fee includes supplies used in class. See painting on dis-
# Day Begins Time Location play. Bring rags to clean brushes. BECAUSE OF MATERIALS PUR-
96 Sat. Sept. 11 9:30 a.m. W. Palmer P. CHASED FOR THIS CLASS, REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE MADE
97 Sat. Sept. 11 10:45 a.m. W. Palmer P. NO LATER THAN TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CLASS. Registration
98 Sat. Sept. 11 1:15 p.m. W. Palmer P. Fee $12.0012 Sessions. Classes 2 hours.
# Day Begins Time Location
JUDO 104 Sat. Oct. 2 2:00 p.m. CC
For boys and girls 8 years and up who are interested in learning the
basic skills or more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood, 4th WOODWORKING
Degree Blackbelt, provides complete instruction. In addition, inter- This class will give children in grades 3 -6 the opportunity to make
ested students may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is several projects out of wood. They will learn how to properly use and
nationally sanctioned. All sessions held in the Wrestling Room. care for basic hand tools. Registration Fee $10.00/6 Sessions. Class -
Registration Fee $13.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Class #31 Begin- es 1 1 /2 hours. Instructor Paul Strand.
ning; Class #32 Advanced. For adults and children. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 105 Mon. Oct. 4 6:30 p.m. NVJH
31 Wed. Sept. 22 7:00 p.m. NVJH
32 Wed. Sept. 22 8:00 p.m. NVJH
BEGINNING DRAWING
FLOOR HOCKEY This course is a mixture of figure drawing, learning about perspec-
Learn the fundamentals of floor hockey, strategy and safety. For tive, faces, still life, pictorial structure and nature using a variety of
grades 3 -6. Games will be played during the last 3 weeks of the pro- media. For grades 1 -3. Registration Fee $6.00/5 Sessions. Classes
gram. Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes are 1 hour in 1 hour. Instructor Ms. Farrell, Certified Teacher.
length. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 106 Wed. Nov. 10 3:20 p.m. Willow Lane
99 Mon. Sept. 27 3:45 p.m. Garden City
100 Wed. Sept. 29 3:15 p.m. Evergreen BEGINNING CHESS
BASKETBALL• WRESTLING For children in 4th grade and up. Learn the fascinating game of
Chess. Students will receive an introduction to the game, the moves
Information on the Youth Basketball and Wrestling Program will be of the chess pieces and some beginning strategy. A mini tourna-
passed out via flyers at the various schools and will also appear in ment will be played in the last week. Registration Fee $6.00/8 Ses-
the Brooklyn Center Post. Look for this information in mid - October. sions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Les Thames, former member of the
Minnesota Chess Federation.
YOUTH HOUSE HOCKEY # Day Begins Time Location
For boys and girls 8 through 14 years of age (age as of Dec. 31, 1982) 107 Thurs. Sept. 30 3:45 p.m. Orchard Lane
who want to play in the house hockey program. Our teams will be
competing with teams from Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Park, Osseo- CROCHETING FOR KIDS
Maple Grove and Crystal. The deadline for registration is Monday,
November 1. Anyone registering after this date may not be placed on Beginning Crochet instruction for 4 -6 graders. Bring a G or H plastic
a team. The cost is $26.00 which includes a shirt. crochet hook and practice yarn to first class. Registration Fee $6.50/
6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Miss Hyland.
STUDENT SKI LESSONS # Day Begins Time Location
Ski lessons will be offered at Birch Park during Christmas vacation
108 Mon. Oct. 11 3:15 p.m. Evergreen
for the very beginner through the advanced skier. (Minimum fifth
grade.) Flyers will be distributed through the elementary and junior
high schools the week of Nov. 29 or call the Parks and Recreation MOVIE AND FREE SWIM —OCT. 22
Department, 561 -5448.
A popular Community Center event returns on Friday, October 22
with Disney's "The Aristocrats ". This movie is about a family of cats
ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION —NEW that become heirs to a fabulous fortune. Movie times at 12 noon and
A program for children whose primary handicap is a physical dis- 2:00 p.m. (approximate running time: 1 V2 hours). After the movie stay
ability. It will meet at Birch Grove School in Brooklyn Park on Mon- for a free swim. Perfect for birthday parties. Concessions will be sold.
days beginning September 28 through November 30. Call Kris Orluck, Admission $1.25.
545 -6767 at Suburban Community Services for information.
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Teen Activities
DANCELINE NORTH VIEW TEEN SOCIAL COUNCIL
Learn the basic danceline skills and a variety of kicks and dance The council is made up of representatives from each grade and is
steps. Students will have the opportunity to perform at school responsible for planning social activities for North View Co -Rec and
dances and athletic events. Fee includes specially designed dance- Dances. Applications can be picked up in the school office. Fill out
line T- Shirt. Wear loose fitting clothing and tennis shoes. For grades and return to office. Deadline to apply is September 30.
7 -9. Registration Fee $14.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hr. 15 min. In-
structor Liz Kemp, former Park Center Pirouette. CO REC
# Day Begins Time Location
109 Thurs. Sept. 23 3:15 p.m. NVJH Looking for something to do on Friday Nights ? ?? Why not try Co -Rec
TEEN AEROBICS Activities include basketball, gymnastics, swimming, football, bump-
er pool, volleyball, music and more. Co -Rec is open to all Brooklyn
This unique class for teens (7th grade and up) is a combination of Center Jr. High residents and their friends regardless of what school
dance steps, aerobics, exercise and loads of fun. All are accom- district you are in. Listen for school announcements and watch for
panied by today's popular music. No dance background necessary. details in the Post to find out when this great activity begins. Fee is
Registration Fee $10.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor $1.00 /per time. Friday nights from 7 -10:00 p.m. at North View Jr. High
Cindy Lindgren. School.
# Day Begins Time Location
110 Thurs. Sept. 30 5:00 p.m. Earle Brown SADIE HAWKINS DANCE
GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS All junior high students are invited to the annual Sadie Hawkins
For details look in children's section. Dance on Friday, December 3 from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. at North View
MAGIC ART —OIL PAINTING (69th & Zane). Highlights include a live band, marriage booth and jail
house. So, get your friends together and catch the dance fever. Fee
See adult section for description. Open to Senior High Students. $2.00 /per person.
Holiday Activities
Continued
*BAKER'S CLAY HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS —ADULT ments). You'll like them so much you might be tempted to keep them!
Using salt and flour learn how to make the popular bread dough Please allow $8.00 for materials to be purchased at class. Registra-
tion Fee $2.0011 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kathy Weissman.
ornaments. Bring to class: bowl, cookie sheet, 1 12 c. salt and 2 c. flour. # Day Date Time Location
You will need a small Sable brush for the second class; all other sup- 115 Tues. Nov. 30 7:00 p.m. BCHS
plies furnished to complete the 3 ornaments. Cute enough for gifts,
but so adorable you'll want to keep them for yourself! Registration MRS. CLAUS' KITCHEN — CHILDREN
Fee $6.5012 Sessions. Classes 2 1 /2 hours. Instructor Sharon Then.
# Day Begins Time Location A one -day cooking /baking workshop where participants will make
111 Thurs. Oct. 7 7:00 p.m. Evergreen some of their favorite holiday treats. Everyone will get a recipe book
112 Tues. Oct. 26 7:00 p.m. Evergreen let and some homemade goodies to take home. Children should bring
an apron and a small shoe box and a sandwich as we will be having
BREAD DOUGH ORNAMENTS— CHILDREN a cookie and milk break. Registration Fee $5.00/1 Session. Class 3
hours. ( #116 for grades 1.3); ( #117 for grades 4 -6).
Using salt and flour children in grades 3 -6 will learn how to make # Day Dates Time Location
popular bread dough ornaments. Please bring a bowl, covered cake 116 Sat. Dec.4 10:00a.m. CC
pan, 1 /2 c. salt and 2 c. flour to first class. You will need a small Sable 117 Sat. Dec. 11 10:00 a.m. CC
brush for the second class. All other supplies will be furnished.
Registration Fee $6.0012 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor
Sharon Then. CHRISTMAS GIFTS — CHI
# Day Begins Time Location Children will make a gift pretty enough to give proudly to family
113 Thurs. Oct. 28 3:15 p.m. Evergreen or friends. Participants will also get the opportunity to make Christ-
mas cards. Bring box to put your gift in. For grades 1 -6. Registration'
ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR — FAMILY Fee $5.00 /1 Session. Class 3 hours: Instructor Ms. Farrell, Teacher.
Join us in our 11th year at the Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November # Day Dates Time Location
118 Sat. Dec. 4 1:30 p.m. CC
6 from 9:00 a.m. to 4'00 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center Community Cen- 119 Sat. Dec. 11 1:30 p.m. CC
ter. The Bazaar's sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Parks and
Recreation Department. See the many handcrafted gifts and decora- LITTLE ELVES WORKSHOP — PRESCHOOL
tion!! Hope you will stop by for a free cup of coffee and a chance to
begin your holiday shopping. No admission charge. Don't miss this A special 2 day workshop for 4 & 5 year old preschool boys and girls.
big annual event — circle your calendar! (Must be 4 years by March 1, 1983.) Children will be making gifts, tree
ornaments and decorating cookies. Registration Fee $6.5012 Ses
PIE, PIE & MORE PIE— CHILDREN sions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Mrs. Malmin and Mrs. Claus.
# Day Begins Time Location
Learn how to make a delicious pumpkin and homemade apple pie 120 Tues. Dec.7 9:130 a.m. CC
in time for the holiday season. Each child will make their own indivi- 121 Tues. Dec. 7 12.30 p.m. CC
dual pie to take home. Bring an apron and a sandwich as we will be
`laving a pie and milk break. For grades 2 -6. Registration Fee $5.00/ SEE SANTA—FAMILY
l Session. Class 3 hours.
# Day Dates Time ime Location Santa had so much fun last December he is having his party again
114 Sat. Nov. 20 a.m. Lo this year on Saturday, December 11th. Bring your children and enjoy
a delightful morning or afternoon with SANTA and his friends! Lots
*CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS —ADULT of fun and surprises. Children will have an opportunity to shop in
"KYD'S KORNER" for inexpensive gifts. "KYD'S KORNER" is super -
Make three different projects —a mini wreath (6 ") decorated with tiny vised and sponsored by the Jaycee Women of Brooklyn Center. De-
silk flowers, baby's breath, and mini ribbon; a ribbon angel, and a tailed information will be available beginning November 1st. Call
ribbon fan (both great for package decorations and /or tree orna- 561.5448.
*SAMPLES ON DISPLAY AT COMMUNITY CENTER
Swim Activities
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
Lessons in water adjustment for children ages 2 and 3. One parent Swimming lessons for children and adults of all ages who are phy-
must accompany the child in the water, preferably the same parent sically and /or mentally handicapped. Classes are one half hour in
each time. $14.00110 Lessons. length with a ratio of one student to one instructor. $14.00/10 Les -
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS sons.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
122 Sat. Sept. 18 10:05 a.m. CC 155 Sat. Sept. 18 9:30 a.m. CC
123 Mon. Sept. 20 6:00 p.m. NVJH
124 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC DIVING
125 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:00 p.m. CC
DAYTIME CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS Beginning lessons on the 1 and 3 meter springboard for children and
126 M & W Sept. 20 10:05 a.m. CC adults who are intermediate or better swimmers. Classes are one
127 M & W Oct. 25 10:05 a.m. CC half hour in length. $14.00/10 Lessons.
# Day Begins Time Location
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS 156 Sat. Sept. 18 10:05 a.m. CC
Swimming instruction for 4 and 5 year olds. Parents do not accom-
pany the child in the water. The following lessons levels are taught: BASIC RESCUE AND WATER SAFETY
Water Adjustment, Beginner. and Advanced Beginner. Average ratio A Red Cross course for persons ages 11 and older. Skills in self res-
of 5 students /instructor. $14.00/10 Lessons. cue, extensions and artificial respiration will be taught. Students
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS must pass a preliminary swimming test and must attend every class.
# Day Begins Time Location Absences will not be made up. Classes will meet once a week for
128 Sat. Sept. 18 9:30 a.m. CC 10 weeks at the Community Center. Classes are 60 minutes in length.
129 Sat. Sept. 18 10:05 a.m. CC $18.50/10 Lessons.
130 Mon. Sept. 20 6:00 p.m. NVJH # Day Begins Time Location
131 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC 157 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC
132 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:00 p.m. CC
DAYTIME CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS
133 M & W Sept. 20 9:30 a.m. CC ADVANCED LIFESAVING COURSE
134 M & W Sept. 20 10:40 a.m. CC A Red Cross course for persons age 15 and older. Students must be
135 M & W Oct. 25 9:30 a.m. CC able to tread water, surface dive, and swim 500 continuous yards.
136 M & W Oct. 25 10:40 a.m. CC Students must attend every class and absences will not be made up.
CPR and Multi -Media First Aid are required and will be an included
CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS part of the course. Class meets once a week for 10 weeks with some
Red Cross Beginning through Swimmers instruction for boys and additional hours to be arranged. Registration Fee: $30.00/10 Lessons
girls ages 6 and older. Classes meet once a week for 10 weeks and includes all materials needed. Classes are 3 hours.
are one half hour in length. Classes have an average 'ratio of 5 # Day Begins Time Location
students /instructor. $14.00/10 Lessons. 158 Mon. Sept. 20 7 - 10:00 p.m. NVJH
# Day Begins Time Location WORKSHOP DAYS —Sat., Oct. 9 & 30.9:00 a.m.— Community Center.
137 Sat. Sept. 18 10:40 a.m. CC
138 Sat. Sept. 18 11:15 a.m. CC A.R.C. ADVANCED SWIMMERS COURSE
139 Sat. Sept. 18 11:50 a.m. CC
140 Mon. Sept. 20 6:35 p.m. NVJH A Red Cross course for students having successfully completed
141 Mon. Sept. 20 7:10 p.m. NVJH Basic Rescue and Water Safety or Advanced Lifesaving. Students
142 Mon. Sept. 20 7:45 p.m. NVJH will perfect the 9 styles of swimming as taught by the Red Cross. An
143 Tues. Sept. 21 6:35 p.m. CC excellent class for people to take prior to participating in a Water
144 Tues. Sept. 21 7:10 p.m. CC Safety instructor's course. Class is 1 hour in length and will meet
145 Tues. Sept. 21 7:45 p.m. CC once a week for 10 weeks at the Community Center. Registration Fee
146 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:35 p.m. CC $17.00/10 Lessons.
147 Thurs. Sept. 23 7:10 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
148 Thurs. Sept. 23 7:45 p.m. CC 159 Sat. Sept. 18 9:00 a.m. CC
ADULT SUPER CHICKEN WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE
For those persons, high school age and up, who have a real fear of This Red Cross course is designed to train individuals in becoming
water. Here is an opportunity to overcome that fear and learn to enjoy instructors of all swimming and lifesaving levels. Must be 17 years
the sport. $18.00/10 Lessons. Same days and time as adult lessons. of age or older by the first night, proof of age must be provided. Plus
a current Advanced Lifesaving certificate and a doctor's physical
ADULT SWIM LESSONS exam form must be available on the first night of class. Each person
Beginner thru Swimmer level swim instruction for adult and high must pass the swimming pre -test and should be prepared for a
school age. Here is an opportunity to learn to swim or brush up on moderately strenuous course requiring physical endurance. Dates
your strokes. Classes are 40 minutes in length. $18.00110 Lessons. and times will be announced later. For further information, call 561 -
CLASSES MEET ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS 5448 —ext. 171.
# Day Begins Time Location
149 Sat. Sept. 18 10:40 a.m. CC BASIC SCUBA
150 Sat. Sept. 18 11:25 a.m. CC
151 Tues. Sept. 21 8:20 p.m. CC This class is designed for adults interested in underwater diving.
152 Thurs. Sept. 23 8:20 p.m. CC Must be able to swim 220 yards of any stroke, swim underwater for
DAYTIME CLASSES MEET TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS 20 yards, and float or tread water for 15 minutes. Each person must
153 M & W Sept. 20 11:15 a.m. CC provide their own mask, fins and snorkel. Other equipment will be
154 M & W Oct. 25 11:15 a.m. CC provided. Class is 4 hours in length and will meet once a week for 5
weeks. Course fee also includes seven hours of open water dives.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS On completion of the course an internationally recognized certifica-
tion card will be awarded. Instructor from Smith Diving. Registration
Private lessons are available at the Community Center and North Fee $85.00/5 Weeks.
View Jr. High for a fee of $8.00 /half hour. Call the Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
for further information. 160 Sat. Oct. 2 1 - 5:00 p.m. NVJH
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SWIM ACTIVITIES CONTINUED NORTH VIEW POOL AND GYM RENTAL
The North View Jr. High Pool and Gymnasium, located at 69th and
SCUBA OPEN SWIM Zane Avenue North are available for rental at various times during the
week. Call the Community Center 561 -5448 for further information.
A special time to practice for persons with scuba equipment only. Cost: Pool — $20.00 /per hour. Gym — $6.00 /per hour.
Designed for those taking scuba instruction as well as any other
interested persons. Cost $.75 per time. COMMUNITY CENTER POOL RENTAL
Day Begins Time Location
Thurs. Sept. 23 8:30- 10:00 p.m. NVJH The Community Center Pool is available for rental by your school,
group, or party at various times during the week. Call the Community
SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING Center 561 -5448 for further information. Cost: $37.00 /per hour.
Course in synchronized swimming for grades 7 -12th. Students will WOMEN'S CONDITIONING AND PHYSICAL FITNESS
have the opportunity to improve skills, formation, and stunts. A good
chance to get in shape for your season. Class will be 1 hour in length. See Adult Section.
Registration Fee $14.00/10 Lessons. CHILDCARE SERVICE
q Day Begins Time Location
162 Tues. Sept. 21 7:30 p.m. NVJH The "PLAY- CORNER" will be provided for parents attending morning
classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the Community Center.
LIFE. BE IN IT. AND SWIM The minimum age is 6 months. The cost is 60` per child per hour for
each pre - school child. The `PLAY- CORNER" will be open Monday -
Can you swim 10 miles? You may want to take advantage of this Friday 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For further information call 561 -5448.
opportunity. All you need to do is obtain a card and fill it out on your
own. Start by swimming v4 mile at a time. Earn a Red Cross certifi- BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB
cate and patch. Mark your card after each time you swim. Begin
today! Any questions about "Life. Be In It." and swim contact Gayle All boys and girls age 6 and up through college are invited to join the
at 561 -5448. Brooklyn Swim Club, the local Minnesota U.S. Swimming Club, for
competitive swimming, sponsored by Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn
NORTH VIEW OPEN SWIM Park Parks and Recreation Departments. The Swim Club offers a wide
ranging program for individuals for all levels of ability in competitive
Begins Sept. 23 —Cost: 50' per hour swimming. For further information call Michelle Bloomstrand 537 -
Thursday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6957. A free 2 -week trial period is offered to any interested swimmer
Thursday 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. who has never tried competitive swimming.
Special Activities
LOCATIONS WHERE CLASSES ARE HELD packed afternoon. Action begins Oct. 2 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Thor-
son Community Center, 58th & Oregon, Crystal.
Brooklyn Center High School (BCHS), 65th & Humboldt Ave. N. RAINBOW KID'S —For E.M.R. children 6 - 14 years of age. Rainbow
Brooklyn Center Community Center (CC), 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Kids will enjoy their favorite activities as well as experience new
Earle Brown School, 59th & Humboldt Ave. N. ones. Songs, games, crafts and special events are all part of your
Evergreen School, 70th & Perry Ave. N. rainbow. Begins Sat., Oct. 2 at Old City Hall of Maple Grove from
Fair Oaks School, 5600 - 65th Ave. N, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Garden City School, 3501 - 65th Ave. N.
Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB
North View Jr. High School, (NVJH), 69th & Zane Ave. N.
Orchard Lane School, 6201 Noble Ave. N. The Brooklyn Center Women's Club meets at 1:00 p.m. on the sec -
Palmer Lake School, 73rd & West Palmer Lake Drive and Tuesday of each month from September through May in the
West Palmer Park. (W. Palmer P.), 71st & Palmer Lake Drive Social Hall of the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle
Willow Lane School, 70th & Perry Ave. N. Creek Parkway. The purpose of the organization is to promote social,
cultural and civic activities for area women. Membership is open to
ADAPTED RECREATION any women over the age of 21 years; yearly dues are presently only
$4.00. Bus tours are usually scheduled during the fourth week of the
Adapted recreation in the Northwest Suburbs is more fun than month. For further information, please call 535 -1464.
ever. Join us for a fall full of new friends and old friends, new skills September 14: Traditional Fall Salad Luncheon —$2.50 newcomers
and activities guaranteed to tickle your fancy. (Programs are for and guests. Guest Speaker— Margaret Jaeger— Stretch 'N Sew "Your
mentally retarded children 6 years to young adults age 15 +.) Complete Closet" (how to coordinate your fall wardrobe).
(The Northwest Cooperative is an effort of the cities of Brooklyn September 28: Lunch at the Hubbell House in Mantorville, Minn.
Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Then on to Rochester, Minn. fora tour of "Mayowood ".
Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and Suburban Community Services.)
The fee for most of these programs will be $12.50 for residents of
sponsoring communities, and $25.00 for non - residents. COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY
For further program information call Kris Orluck or Karen Jones at The Gallery is available for photography or mixed media shows at
545 -6767. various times throughout the year. A glass showcase is also avail -
FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER —For young adults (15 years and up). Once a able for small collections. Contact Kathy Flesher at 561 -5448 for fur -
week is our night to shine. Fridays will find us having parties, doing ther information.
crafts, enjoying special events or going out on the town. Come share GALLERY SHOW
in the activities and friendships that Friday Night Fever has to offer. November 16 - December 10
Begins Friday, Oct. 1 at Northport School. FALL JURIED SHOW
COOKING FOR COMPANY —Put on your apron and join us for this HENNEPIN ARTISTS ASSOCIATION
special class where tasting what you make is all part of the fun!
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 21 at New Hope Ice Arena. Cost of pro- CHILDCARE SERVICE
gram will vary with amount of food and supplies used.
DANCERCISE —Let's move to music and get geared up for a physi- The "PLAY- CORNER" will be provided for parents attending mor-
tally fit and fun fall! Parents are welcome to participate too. Let's ning classes, programs, meetir,gs or swimming at the Community
bend, stretch, laugh and dance. Classes offered for the two different Center. The minimum age 6 months. The cost is 60` per child per
age groups, kids and adults. hour: for each pre- school child. The '`PLAY- CORNER" will be open
Monday - Friday 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For further information call
SATURDAY ACTION —This is offered for T.M.R. children ages 6 -14 561 -5448.
years. Both indoor and outdoor activities are planned for an action
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SPECIAL ACTIVITIES CONTINUED Brooklyn Center
FAMILY FARE Community Center
Families will want to take advantage of special trips offered at group
discounts. Trips are offered jointly by the Parks and Recreation De-
partments of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Brooklyn Park Golden Val 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
ley, New Hope Plymouth, Maple Grove and Robbinsdale. Registra BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430
tion taken on a first -come basis. Sorry, NO phone reservations, lap 561.5448
sitters or refunds. Send all money and registrations to New Hope
Recreation, 4401 Xylon Avenue North, New Hope, MN 55428, 533-
1521. COMMUNITY CENTER MEMBERSHIP RATES
APPLE ORCHARD — OCTOBER SPORTS EVENT — NOVEMBER
These two fun events were in the planning stages at the time of print- Memberships entitle the member to the use of the Swimming Pool,
Exercise Room and Sauna during recreational or "open" periods.
ing. Flyers will be distributed through most of the area schools.
Months 1 Year
Information will also be in the Post Newspaper. Interested persons 3 Months
$
may also call the Parks and Recreation Department. Family $40.00 $70.00 $119.00
Individual $25.00 $42.00 $ 72.00
CHIMERA THEATRE — DECEMBER 4 Family membership will be limited to parents and children living
Full of delightful fantasy, whimsy, and song, this dandy new musical at home 20 years of age and under,
is the charming tale of a young girl and a genteel dragon more in-
terested in poetry than fighting. Alive with colorful merriment and GENERAL ADMISSION
intrigue, THE RELUCTANT DRAGON is the perfect entertainment Adult $2.00
for adults and children of all ages. COST: Includes theatre tickets, Youth (15 -17) $1.50
staff escort and bus transportation. $6.25 — Adults, $6.00— Students Children $1.25
(13 -16), $5.00— Children (12 years and under). DEADLINE TO REGIS-
TER, SPACE PERMITTING, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2.
OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE
HAPPY FACE SQUARE DANCE CLUB
The club will be offering dance lessons for adults and children begin- MONDAY - WEDNESDAY FRIDAY
9:00 AM -10:30 PM
ning on Tuesday, September 28 from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Northport
School. For further information contact Gayle Stauffacher, 522 -6222. TUESDAY - THURSDAY
MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Adults Only)
The band is co- sponsored by the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park SATURDAY
Parks and Recreation Departments and is open to all post high 1:00 PM -9:00 PM
school age men and women. Practice is on Monday nights at North SUNDAY
View Jr. High. New members are welcome. For more information call 1:00 PM -6:00 PM
the Park and Recreation Department 561 -5448.
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HARMONETTES The wading pool is open to children ONLY when supervised by a
parent. The wading pool is closed during the following hours:
The Harmonettes are co- sponsored by Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Tuesday & Thursday -4:00 PM 10:30 PM
Park Parks and Recreation Departments and is for post high school Saturday -9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
age women. New members are welcome. Nominal registration fee.
For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at School age children ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE BUILDING DUR-
561 -5448. ING SCHOOL HOURS. On school holidays students will be admitted
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S CHORUS at 1:00 P.M. Children under 1st grade MUST BE ACCOMPANIED
BY AN ADULT in the building at all times.
The chorus is co- sponsored by Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park
Parks and Recreation Departments and is for children in grades 1 -8.
It provides opportunity to sing with a professional band, work with
a choreographer and receive vocal coaching along with their rehear-
sals. The chorus performs several times throughout the year includ-
ing Brookdale Mall during Christmas and the annual Spring Show
at Park Center. Registration Fee $10.00 /per year. Instructor Jane
Vigue.
# Day Begins Time Location
163 Mon. Sept. 13 6:30 p.m. NVJH
SPECIAL ED: WHAT CAN A PARENT DO?
This series of 3 sessions deals with helping parents identify learn- �used per permission
ing problems, advising what a parent can do at home to help chil-
dren with school work, exploring your child's rights — writing I.E.P.'s EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA SCHEDULE
(Individual Education Plan), PL 94 -142, and what other help and sup- MONDAY- WEDNESDAY- FRIDAY
port is available. Each session is open to all persons interested in
learning more. # Characteristics of Learning Disability; # 9:00 AM 10:30 PM
Helping Your Child At Home; # Rights of Special Ed. Child. Regis- TUESDAY-THURSDAY
tration Fee $1.00/1 Session. Classes 1 1 /2 hours. 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
# Day Begins Time Location 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Adults Only)
164 Thurs. Sept. 23 7:30 p.m. BCHS SATURDAY SUNDAY
165 Thurs. Oct. 21 7:30 p.m. BCHS 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
166 Thurs. Nov. 11 7:30 p.m. BCHS
PARENT DISCUSSION GROUP The use of the Exercise Room is limited to 15 year olds and up. The
use of the Sauna is limited to 18 year olds and up. CHILDREN
Being a part of a mentally retarded child or young adult brings with YOUNGER THAN THIS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED EVEN IF ACCOM-
the special joys, some special concerns. Sharing those concerns PAN IED BY A PARENT.
with other parents allows the exchange of ideas, problem solving
and just the comfort of knowing someone understands. Join our GAMEROOM
group of concerned parents beginning Monday, September 20 for
5 weeks. Group meets at New Hope Ice Arena from 7 - 9:00 p.m. Call Enjoy our gameroom equipped with foosball, pool, video games and
545 -6767 for information. pinball.
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BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430
ENTER Mpls. Mn.
Permit No. 2170
TO:
BROOKLYN CENTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
PARKS AND RECREATION 1. All registration must be made at the Park and Recreation office
ADVISORY COMMISSION in the Community Center beginning 1:00 p.m. on Saturday,
The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the 3rd Tuesday Sept. 11. (Swim registration is separate —see box).
of each month, 7:30 p.m. Council Chambers. This Commission ad- — Registrations made by mail will not be accepted before Sept.
vises the City Council on the Parks and Recreation Program in 13. No phone registrations.
Brooklyn Center.
Bud Sorenson, Chairperson 2. On opening day of registration, Saturday, Sept. 11, a person may
Dale Bloomstrand Vicki Denissen Harry Bradford sign up for himself or his immediate family ONLY. After this
Jacuelyn Albright Dawn Kiefer Mike Streitz date, you may register for as many people as you wish.
3. The Parks and Recreation office in the Community Center is open
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m.; Saturday,
THE BROOKLYN CENTER 9:00 a.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sunday. 1:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 4. Where Classes are limited, registration will be on the first come -
Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may share in first serve basis. Persons are not considered registered until the
the God given right to beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility; and to the fee has been paid. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves
end that each may herein find the laughter of childhood, the accep- the right to cancel classes or activities when an insufficient
tance of youth, the fulfillment of adult life, and the companionship number of people sign up.
of old age, through a healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. 5. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at the activ-
Eugene H. Hagel— Director of Parks and Recreation ity location.
Henry Davis— Superintendent of Parks 6. Should you find it necessary to transfer sessions or class times,
Arnie Mavis — Superintendent of Recreation this may be done if an opening exists by paying a 50` transfer fee
Kathy Flesher— Program Supervisor per class. All transfers must be done in person at the Community
Susan LaCrosse — Program Supervisor Center.
Gayle Gardner — Aquatic Supervisor
7. Request for refunds must be received at least 24 hours before
the second class session, however, there will be a $3.00 service
charge on any refund before the first class begins and a $4.00
service charge before the second class begins. Refund policy
REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY. except where noted in class description.
WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE MONDAY, SEPT. 13 8. Persons who register for an activity where capacity enrollment
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 has already been reached... will go on a waiting list. Additional
classes may be formed if there are sufficient requests and if
space and competent instruction is available.
NAME 9. Senior Citizens, 62 years and over, who are residents of Brooklyn
(Last) (First) Center may enjoy all activity classes at V2 the registration fee.
This does not apply to supplies or special Senior Classes which
ADDRESS _ are at a special rate.
(zip) 10. Check schedule for begininning date of each class.
11. Sorry, no trip refunds, unless cancelled by the Parks & Recreation
_ Dept.
(Phone) (Work Phone) 12. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators not
allowed except with permission.
ACTIVITY For further information call 561 -5448.
(Location)
CLASS# _. TIME Swim registration for Swimming Lessons which are to be conducted
at the Community Center Pool and Northview Jr. High will be held
Saturday, Sept. 11, starting at 9:00 a.m. at the COMMUNITY CENTER.
CLASS DAY AMOUNT Mail registrations will not be accepted for Swimming Lessons.
.
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