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A newsletter for residents of the City of Brooklyn Center
City Council and Saturday, May 8
Fire Relief Association 11 AM t0 2 PM
West Fire Station
Host Open Houses 6250 Brooklyn Boulevard
May 8 and June 5 .
Please join us in celebrating our Brooklyn Center community at two open Saturday, June 5
houses to be held in May and June. This is an opportunity for residents to 11 AM t0 2 PM
meet with City Council members and tour the fire stations. Refreshments East Fire Station
will be provided courtesy of the Brooklyn Center Fire Department Relief 6500 Dupont Avenue North
Association.
Inside This Issue Crystal Airport
Open House & Fly -In
Assessing Office Property Review Area ..............................2 Sunday, June 20, 2004
Saving Lives One Parking Spot at a Time ........................... 2
Auto Theft Reduction ............................ ............................... 3 7:30 AM — 5 PM
Code Enforcement 2004 Summer Sweep Tips .................... 3
Grass/Weed Regulations ........................ ............................... 3 Activities include pancake breakfast by Crystal
Recreational Fires .................................. ............................... 4
Sewer Backups ....................................... ............................... 4 Lions, static displays of aircraft and aviation
Fireworks Facts ........................ ..... ............................... ......... 5 equipment, and airplane and helicopter rides.
Consumer Confidence Report ............... ............................6 -7
Home Repair and Chore Services Event sponsored by aircraft owners & operators at
for Senior and Disabled Residents ... ............................... 8 the Crystal Airport and Metropolitan Airports
Central Park Spotlight ............................ ............................... 8 Commission. Call (763) 537 -7592 for more
Assistance for Home Remodeling ......... ............................... 9 information.
First -Time Homebuyer Mortgage Loans ............................. 9
Home Improvements Tips ................... ............................... 10
Pet Owner Responsibilities .................. ............................... 11 grookdale Regional Service
Rummage Sale Regulations ................. ............................... 11 g
Recycling Question of the Month ....... ............................... 11
Tree Maintenance Tips 12 Center Opens
New Phosphorous Lawn Fertilizer Law ............................. 12 May 8
Water Line Flushing Schedule ............ ............................... 13
Odd -Even Sprinkling Ban ..................... .............................13 After a two -year renovation,''
Lawn and Garden Water Conservation Tips ...................... 13 the Brookdale Regional
Landscape & Garden Contest .............. ..........................14 -15 Service Center will hold its
Spring Recycling Day is May 1 ............ .............................16 grand opening on Saturday, May 8, from 11 AM to
Tree Limbs Accepted at Yard Waste Site .......................... 16 4:30 PM. The festivities will include entertainment
City Council Contact Information ......... .............................16 and refreshments and give the public their first
Look for the Summer Recreation Brochure, opportunity to tour the building. The facility is
which starts on Page 17. located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Registration begins May 1.
Assessing Office 2004 Property Review Area
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The Assessor's Office will be starting the yearly quintile not home during the day, the appraiser may check exterior
inspection of residential properties on May 4, 2004. The 2004 measurements, take a photograph of the home, and leave a tag
property review area includes properties located East of on your door requesting you to schedule an interior review.
Highway 100, but South of 57th Avenue and properties West of These tags are not marked with a date or time of visit for your
Highway 100, but South of 61st Avenue. In addition to all security.
single - family homes located in the review
area, all condominiums commercial/industrial Appointments can be scheduled from May
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and apartment located within this area will be A through October, Monday through g Friday,
reviewed. The summer inspection area will 8 km — 4:15 PM by calling (763) 569 -3310 for
involve the review of 1,793 parcels. an appointment. If you have any questions
regarding the quintile inspection process,
Your property value changes yearly based on please call (763) 569 -3310 for assistance.
market information, but Minnesota State
Statute requires the appraiser to physically review the property If the appraiser is denied access to view a property, the assessor
characteristics every five years. The inspection process takes is authorized to estimate the property's estimated market value
approximately fifteen minutes and involves an exterior photo, by making assumptions believed appropriate concerning the
exterior measurement review and an interior inspection of the property's finish and condition.
property. Appraisers drive a city vehicle and carry a city photo
identification card with them. All properties located outside of the quintile inspection area that
have physically changed due to remodeling or new construction
Notices will be mailed in May notifying owners that the will be reviewed in the fall of 2004. The Assessor's office will
Appraiser will be working in your neighborhood area this contact you in the fall regarding inspection of your property.
summer. You may schedule an appointment in advance for
review of your home. If you do not schedule in advance and are
Saving Lives One Parking Spot At A Time
By Sanne Magnan, M.D. and Myrna Kragness, Mayor
If only I had exercise equipment at home. If only I didn't have so much work to do. If only I had more time ...
We all have reasons for not being physically active for at least 30 minutes per day, as the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention recommends.
But physical activity doesn't need to be so intimidating. Over the next few months, our organizations are engaging Brooklyn
Center citizens to see physical activity in a very different light: in 10- minute segments, three times a day.
Instead of thinking of physical activity as something that requires special effort, we want people to see the many opportunities to
become more physically active all around them. Vacuuming the house, doing lawn work, or taking the stairs instead of the elevator
qualifies as physical activity. So does playing catch with the kids, shoveling for a friend, or walking from the far spot in the parking
lot.
When it comes to physical activity, the "small things" in life do matter. Instead of a 30- minute ride on a stationary bike at the
gym, we can also meet our goal by carrying in the groceries or sweeping out the garage for 10 minutes.
These are the messages we stress in the Do community engagement campaign. Do reminds us that the small things matter and
opportunities to get more active are all around us. Moreover, the campaign will remind us that physical activity doesn't have to be
drudgery. It can and should be fun, and something we can do together as a family and a community.
Why bother with such a campaign? Because our organizations are dedicated to improving Minnesotans' health, and physical
activity is a crucial part of health. Extensive research shows that inactive lifestyles contribute to many types of heart disease, high
blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, colon cancer, stroke, osteoporosis, depression and anxiety, breast cancer, and falls among the elderly.
Physical inactivity is unhealthy and expensive for our society. In Minnesota alone, an estimated $495 million was spent during
2000 treating diseases and conditions that would be avoided if all Minnesotans were physically active. For good reason, health plans,
governments and non - profits are being asked to do all they can to control rising health care costs. Increasing the number of
physically active Minnesotans through community engagement is one of the best ways to do that. It saves lives and it saves money.
So, if you want to get more active but you're not the treadmill type or you just can't fmd the time, take a look around you.
Maybe that "bad parking spot" is actually a good parking spot after all.
Mayor Kragness is a volunteer for the American Heart Association in Brooklyn Center. Sanne Magnan, M.D., Ph.D., is medical
director for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota's Center for Tobacco Reduction and Health Improvement.
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Auto Theft Reduction Code Enforcement 2004
Summer Sweep Tips
With the aid of Federal Grant money, the Brooklyn Center Police It is almost that time of year again when the Code
Department is diligently working on methods to reduce auto Enforcement team conducts the Summer Sweep of every
thefts and theft from autos. We are taking a proactive approach residential and commercial property in the City of
by dedicating an officer to specifically monitor trends, educate Brooklyn Center. The sweep begins on May 1 and is now
the public, and to work closely with our businesses. in its seventh year. The goal of the program is to keep our
city clean and maintain good relations between neighbors.
With your help we can continue to reduce auto thefts and theft Over the years, the awareness of this program has grown;
from autos. The following are some crime prevention tips to help therefore, the number of violations has reduced because
with this problem: residents are cleaning up their properties year round.
✓ Lock your doors and windows. The following is a list of the twenty most common
✓ DO NOT leave valuables in sight in your car — lock them in violations that the team will be looking for and generating
your trunk before you reach your destination. Even small letters to homeowners explaining the violation and the
items such as loose change or sunglasses can be attractive to amount of time given to comply with City codes. It is
a thief important to remember that residents are given two
✓ DO NOT leave your vehicle running unattended to warm up. chances to comply with City codes before a citation may
It takes only seconds for a thief to break a window and drive be issued. If there are any special circumstances or
away with your car. residents want to request an extension, they should call the
✓ Under Brooklyn Center City Ordinance 27 -122, it is a Code Enforcement message line at (763) 503 -3173.
misdemeanor to leave a vehicle unattended without stopping
the engine and removing the keys. You can be ticketed for 14 Days
this. . Garbage Storage /Removal
✓ Please don't park your vehicles on the streets from 2 AM — . Screening of Dumpsters
6 AM. (There is a year -round ordinance that prohibits . Abandoned Vehicles
parking on the street during this time) This is the prime time . Parts/Engines & Related Items
auto thieves strike. The more residents that park in their own . Accumulation of Rubbish/Brush/Debris
driveways, the more help it is to the patrolling police units in . Accumulation of Junk/Furniture /Appliances
locating suspicious autos. . Parking/Storage of Construction/Commercial Vehicles
It is no longer just teenagers taking cars for a joy ride. Stealing • Illegal Parking/Storage of Vehicles
cars is a lucrative business. Even if you think your car is too old • Unlicensed/Inoperable Vehicles
to be taken, no matter what year it is, parts can be easily sold for • Yard Maintenance (Seed & Sod)
a p rofit. • Proper Addressing
• Pubic Nuisance
Questions regarding auto theft prevention can be directed to • Limitations on Animals
Officer Todd Pearson at (763) 503 -3228.
30 Days
• Electrical Hazards
City Ordinance Limits . Fences
Height of Grass to 8 Inches • Accessory Buildings
Defin Noxious Wee • Windows /Doors /Screens
60 Days
The State- mandated Noxious Weed Law administered by 0 Foundation/Exterior Walls/Roofs
the Public Works Department is defined in Section 19- Driving/Parking Area Repairs
1603 of the City Ordinances and classified as any plant
which is identified by the Minnesota Commissioner of
Agriculture as a noxious weed and any weeds or grass
growing to a height greater than eight (8) inches or which
have gone or about to go to seed. In the event the property owner does not comply, the City
will order a contractor to perform the work at a rate of $45
The City Weed Inspector routinely inspects all areas of the per hour with a two -hour minimum charge.
City. Property found to be in violation of the ordinance is
classified as a public nuisance and the owner must mow or Property owners are encouraged to maintain their property
destroy the noxious weeds /tall grass within 7 days. to the standards referenced in the ordinance.
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Analyzing Your Drinking Water
Water Monitoring In accordance Water Source Supply The City of Brooklyn Center Utility
with Environmental Protection Department provides drinking water to its residents from a
Agency (EPA) and State of groundwater source: nine wells ranging from 313 to 340 feet
Minnesota regulations, the City of deep, that draw water from the Jordan aquifer and the Prairie
Brooklyn Center is issuing the results Du Chien - Jordan aquifer. The Minnesota Department of health
of monitoring done on its drinking has determined that one or more sources of our drinking water
water for the period from January 1, is susceptible to contamination. If you wish to obtain the entire
2003, to December 31, 2003. The source water assessment regarding our drinking water, please
purpose of this report is to advance call (651) 215 -0800 or 1- 800 - 818 -9318 (and press 5) during
consumers' understanding of normal business hours. You can view it on line at www.health.
drinking water and heighten state .mn.us /divs /eh/water /swp /swa
awareness of the need to protect
precious water resources. Our water source, along with all public water source supplies in
the country, is tested to screen for the following contaminants:
Water Regulations The sources Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which
of drinking water (both tap water and may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems,
bottled) include rivers, lakes, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be
over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally- occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff,
naturally- occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas
material, and can pick up substances resulting from the production, mining, or farming.
presence of animals or from human activity. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of
sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the U.S. residential uses.
Environmental Protection agency (EPA) prescribes regulations Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and
which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water volatile organic chemicals, which are by- products of industrial
provided by public water systems. Food and Drug processes and petroleum production, and can also come from
Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
bottled water that must provide the same protection for public Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally- occurring or
health. be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be Radiological Testing Radon is a radioactive gas which is
expected to contain at least small amounts of some naturally occurring in some groundwater. It poses a lung cancer
contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not risk when gas is released from water into air (as occurs during
necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More showering, bathing, or washing dishes or clothes) and a
information about contaminants and potential health effects can stomach cancer risk when it is ingested. Because radon in
be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's indoor air poses a much greater health risk than radon in
Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1- 800 - 426 -4791. drinking water, an Alternative Maximum Contaminant Level
(AMCL) of 4,000 picoCuries per liter may apply in states that
Results of Monitoring No contaminants were detected at have adopted an Indoor Air Program, which compels citizens,
levels that violated federal drinking water standards. However, homeowners, schools, and communities to reduce the radon
some contaminants were detected in trace amounts that were threat from indoor air. For states without such a program, the
below legal limits. The table shows the contaminants that were Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 300 pCi /1 may apply.
detected in trace amounts last year. (Some contaminants are Minnesota plans to adopt an Indoor Air Program once the
sampled less frequently than once a year; as a result, not all Radon Rule is finalized.
contaminants were sampled for in 2003. If any of these
contaminants were detected the last time they were sampled for, Information for People with Special Health Requirements
they are included in the table along with the date that the Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in
detection occurred.) drinking water than the general population. Immuno-
compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing
chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants,
If you questions about y• drinking water people with HIV /AIDS or other immune system disorders, some
or " Brooklyn Center water system, elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections.
contact Mark Hartfiel of " • - These people should seek advice about drinking water from
at • their health care providers. EPA /CDC guidelines on
Please watch City publications appropriate means to lessen the risk of infections by
about opportunities f• public participation in Cryptosporidium are available from the Safe Drinking Water
decisions that may affect drinking water. Hotline at 1- 800 - 426 -4791.
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BROOKLYN CENTER ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT
2003 Drinking Water Testing Results
Regulated Substances
Contaminant (units) MCLG MCI, Level Found Typical Source of Contaminant
Range Average/
(2003) Result*
Alpha Emitters (pCi/1) 0 15.4 N/A 3.2 Erosion of natural deposits.
Barium (ppm) 2.0 2.0 N/A 0.04 Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries;
Erosion of natural deposits.
Combined Radium (pCi /1) 0 5.4 N/A 0.37 Erosion of natural deposits.
Fluoride (ppm) 4.0 4.0 1.0 -1.3 1.13 State of Minnesota requires all municipal water systems to add
fluoride to the drinking water to promote strong teeth; Erosion
of natural deposits; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum
factories.
Haloacetic Acids N/A 60.0 Nd -1.0 0.4 By- product of drinking water disinfection.
(HAAS) (ppb)
TTHM (Total N/A 100.0 0.8 -1.0 0. `x By- product of drinking water disinfection.
trihalomethanes) (ppb)
Contaminant (units) MCLG AL 90% # sites Typical Source of Contaminant
Level over AL
Lead (ppb) N/A 1.5 5.0 0 out of Corrosion of household plumbing systems;
(06/08/2001) 30 Erosion of natural deposits
Copper (ppm) N/A 1.3 0.96 0 out of Corrosion of household plumbing systems;
(06/08/2001) 30 Erosion of natural deposits.
Contaminant (units) Level Found Typical Source of Contaminant
Range Average/
(2003) Result*
Radon (pCi /1) (10/31/2001) N/A 82.0 Erosion of natural deposits.
*This is the value used to determine compliance with federal standards. It sometimes is the highest value detected and sometimes is an average of all the detected
values. If it is an average, it may contain sampling results from the previous year.
Some contaminants do not have Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) established for them. These "unregulated contaminants" are
assessed using state standards known as health risk limits to determine if they pose a threat to human health. If unacceptable levels of
an unregulated contaminant are found, the response is the same as if an MCL has been exceeded; the water system must inform its
customers and take other corrective actions. In the table that follows are the unregulated contaminants that were detected.
Contaminant (units) Level Found Typical Source of Contaminant
Range Average/
(2003) Result
DCPA diacid metabolite N/A 1.7 Degradation product of DCPA, an herbicide used on grasses and
(ppb) (12/21/2001) weeds with fruit and vegetable crops.
Sodium (ppm) (07/03/2002) N/A 18.8 Erosion of natural deposits.
Sulfate (ppm) (07/03/2002) N/A 77.0 Erosion of natural deposits.
ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS
ppm: Parts per million, which can also be expressed as milligrams per liter (mg/1); ppb: Parts per billion, which can also be expressed as micrograms per liter (ug/1);
pCi/l: PicoCuries /liter, a measure of radioactivity; N /A: not applicable (does not apply); Nd: No detection; AL: Action Level - The concentration of a contaminant
which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirement which a water system must follow; 90th Percentile Level: This is the value obtained after disregarding the
10 percent of the samples taken that had the highest levels (for example, in a situation in which 10 samples were taken, the 90th percentile level is determined by
disregarding the highest result, which represents 10 percent of the samples); In situations in which only 5 samples are taken, the average of the two with the highest
levels is taken to determine the 90th percentile level; MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal - The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is
no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety; MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level - The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed
in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
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Home Repair And Chore Services Available
To Senior And Disabled Residents
Brooklyn Center residents who are 60 years of age or older or pennanently disabled may qualify for help with home maintenance,
repairs and chores. The services are provided by two non - profit agencies, Senior Community Services and Community Emergency
Assistance Program (CEAP), in cooperation with the City of Brooklyn Center.
The program offered by Senior Community Services is called Household and Outside Maintenance for Elderly (H.O.M.E.). Repair
services offered by H.O.M.E. include:
• Interior and exterior painting jobs
• Installing bathroom safety bars
• Secure handrails
• Fixing running toilets or leaky sinks
• Repairing doors that "stick"
• Sealing cracks and caulking
• Replace washers in leaky faucets
• Other minor carpentry, or minor home repair work
H.O.M.E. has a core staff with a network of skilled workers and volunteers to do repairs. Fees for the services in the H.O.M.E.
program are assessed on a sliding fee scale based on income. Anyone needing service may call H.O.M.E. at (763) 504 -6985.
Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP) also provides services to Brooklyn Center residents 60 years of age or older or
who are permanently disabled. CEAP's program is called HandyWorks and services under the program include:
• Lawn mowing
• Housekeeping
• Household maintenance
• Raking and yard cleanup
• Window washing and other home chores and cleanup
CEAP's HandyWorks chore services are provided at modest cost to eligible seniors and disabled persons. Persons interested in
services from the HandyWorks program should call CEAP at (763) 566 -9600.
The H.O.M.E. program and HandyWorks program are funded in part with federal funds received from the Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) as part of the City's overall Community Development Block Grant program. The City encourages
anyone interested in learning more about these services and programs to call the agencies at the numbers listed above.
Spotlight on Parks
Central Park
From play opportunities to picnics, or family outings to family. '
reunions, Brooklyn Center's park system may have just what you
are looking for.
Conveniently located in the heart of Brooklyn Center, Central Park
is the center point of the Brooklyn Center park system. Central Park
features a playground, ball fields, picnic shelters, tennis courts,
walking trails, ponds and other nature amenities. It is also located
adjacent to the Brooklyn Center Community Center. The
Community Center houses an Olympic sized swimming pool with
water slide, exercise equipment and meeting rooms.
Central Park Gazebo and Pond
For further information about Central Park, or any of our park
facilities, please Contact the Community Activities, Recreation and
Services Department at (763) 569 -3400.
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HousingResource Center TM Can First -Time Homebuyer
Provide Technical And Financial Mortgage Loans Available In
Assistance For Your Home Brooklyn Center
Remodeling Plans
Below market rate financing will be available for first -
time homebuyers purchasing homes in Brooklyn
Are you thinking about making some improvements around the house? Center beginning this spring. Loans will be available
Before you begin your home improvement project, call the from the Minnesota City Participation Program
HousingResource Center at (612) 588 -3033. They could assist you (MCPP), offered through the Minnesota Housing
with financing options or construction advice. The HousingResource MHFA The MCPP offers below
CenterTM offers several financial programs for Brooklyn Center market Finance Agency a mortgage ) financing for first time
residents: MHFA Fix Up Fund Loan or a Rental Rehab Loan. homebuyers. You must be a first -time homebuyer,
defined as a person who has not had an ownership
The Northwest HousingResource CenterTM was created in partnership interest in a principle residence, other than the property
with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC), the City being purchased, during the last three years. You must
of Brooklyn Center, and other suburban communities, along with also meet income guidelines established for the
community financial institutions and state, regional, and county program.
agencies. HousingResource CenterTM is funded in part by the City of
Brooklyn Center. Eligible properties include single family, qualified
MHFA Fix U Fund Loan Program condominiums, townhomes, and two -unit duplexes. In
Up g addition to below market mortgage loans, down
The HousingResource CenterTM offers low interest payment and closing costs assistance will be available
loans including Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to qualified buyers who meet specific income
(MHFA) Fix Up Fund, up to $25,000 at 5.25% guidelines.
interest. The household gross annual income limit is
$75,000. These loans can be used to repair, remodel For additional information on the program call the City
or keep your home warm and save money too! The Office at (763) 569 -3300.
loan term may go up to 20 years but loans are
usually set up at a rate of $1,000 per year.
MHFA Rental Rehab Loan Program May is Asian/Pacific American
You may receive up to $25,000 for a one or two unit Heritage Month
property, or $10,000 per unit for larger properties,
with a maximum loan amount of $100,000. The
interest rate is 6 %, and the term of the loan may be Nearly 10% of Brooklyn Center's population
up to 15 years. At the time the property reported as Asian alone or in combination with
improvements are completed and the units are one or more other races in Census 2000.
rented, 75% of the units must be occupied by
persons with an income less than 80% of the median Throughout our history, Asian /Pacific
income. Americans have made great contributions to
our heritage and prosperity. Asian/Pacific
The HousingResource CenterTM provides FREE construction Americans is one of the fastest growing ethnic
consultations to residents of Brooklyn Center. The Construction groups in the United States.
Managers will provide information on construction; conduct site visits
with homeowners regarding home improvements; prepare a written During the observance of Asian/Pacific
scope of work or a list of work for contractors to bid from; assist in American Heritage Month, we celebrate the
reviewing contractor bids, proposals and estimates in the planning cultural traditions, ancestry, native languages,
stage; and assist homeowners during the construction process. and unique experiences represented among the
ethnic groups from Asia and the Pacific. We
In addition, the HousingResource CenterTM provides information on a also recognize Asian/Pacific Americans whose
variety of housing related topics: referrals for first -time homebuyers love of family, hard work, and community has
and rental information, home maintenance and safety; and mortgage helped unite us as a people and sustain us as a
foreclosure prevention programs. Call or visit the HousingResource community.
CenterTM for help with any home improvements.
HousingResource CenterTM
2140 44th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588 -3033
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Home Improvements /Remodeling - Answers to some of your questions
What Should I Do Before Installing A Fence, Hedge, Or Wall?
➢ Know where your property lines are before you dig. Don't assume the old trees or bushes mark property lines.
➢ A fence can be placed on the property line; however, it is recommended that fences (including posts and foundations) be placed
at least 4 to 6 inches inside the property line. The City cannot arbitrate the neighbor disputes regarding the placement of fences.
No fence, hedge, or wall can be placed in the public right -of -way or boulevard (located between the curb and the property line).
➢ Brooklyn Center Ordinances do not require that the "nice" side of the fence be placed facing the outside. Fences and walls
should be made of durable, decay resistant materials and must be properly maintained in structure and appearance. Hedges shall
be trimmed as needed to maintain height and aesthetics.
A permit is required only if the fence is over 6 feet in height. Opaque fences, hedges, or walls along front yard property lines
abutting streets shall not exceed 4 feet in height.
➢ A fence, hedge, or wall higher than 4 feet is allowed along interior property lines and in the rear yard area. Fences, hedges, or
walls cannot be placed above the centerline of the street in the sight triangle.
➢ Call Gopher State One two working days before you dig and they will mark all underground utilities. 1- 800 - 252 -1166 or
(651) 454 -0002.
How Do I Locate My Property Lines?
➢ Locate your property lines before installing a fence, adding to any structure, or making additions to your home. It is the
responsibility of the property owner to accurately locate property lines.
➢ Hire a registered surveyor to mark your property lines OR use a metal detector or dig to locate the property stakes that are
located at each of the four corners of your lot. Six inch metal stakes are buried about 6 to 12 inches in most residential
neighborhoods.
The City does not get involved with property line disputes.
What If I Want To Add A Garage Or Shed To My Property?
➢ Accessory structures (such as sheds and garages) are limited to 15 feet in height and one -story. Each property is limited to
two accessory structures. The total square footage of all accessory structures cannot exceed the dwelling foundation size.
➢ Any two structures on a property must be at least 6 feet apart unless attached.
➢ Decks are not allowed in the front setback area.
➢ Minimum lot line setbacks for accessory structure are:
5 ft. from the rear 3 ft. from the side 25 ft. from the side corner 35 ft. from the front
Why Do I Have To Install Smoke Detectors After Making Home Improvements?
You are required by State law to install smoke detectors (battery operated) in all sleeping rooms when improvements total more
than $1,000.
When Do I Need A Permit?
➢ Call the Community Development Department at (763) 569 -3330 to find out if you need a permit. A permit is generally required
for the following: new construction; additions or renovations, decks, basement finish, re- roofs, fences over 6 feet, fireplaces,
electrical systems, plumbing systems, and furnace and air conditioning.
Why Do I Need A Permit?
➢ You will benefit from the knowledge City staff has regarding building codes and general construction practices to insure your
construction project is built right, will be safe, and will last. Your permit reduces the potential hazards of unsafe construction.
➢ If your project does not comply with applicable codes, property insurers may not cover work done without permits and
inspections. At the time you sell your home, you may be required to prove that code requirements were met by making costly
repairs.
How Do I Get A Permit?
➢ Permit applications may be obtained at City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, between the hours of 8 Am and 4:30 Plot
➢ In most cases, the homeowner may pull a permit for work when the homeowner is doing the work. When a contractor has been
hired, the licensed contractor must pull the permit. Contact the City to confirm that a contractor is licensed before you begin.
➢ For projects involving new construction, additions, and renovations, a review of your plan is required. A site plan and building
plan must be submitted at the time you apply for the permit.
What Does A Permit Cost?
➢ The cost of a permit is generally based on the valuation of the project. The permit fee includes plan review and a State
surcharge.
When And How Do I Get An Inspection?
Inspections are required at various stages of a project. Call the City at (763) 569 -3344 to schedule an inspection. All necessary
inspections will be printed on the inspection card. Call 24 hours in advance for an inspection.
Informational handouts and brochures regarding accessory structures, basement finish, egress - escape windows, fences- hedges-
retaining walls, handicap accessible ramps, re- roofing, residential decks, single family stairways/handrails, smoke detector
requirements, and swimming pools are available at City Hall or on the City's website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 10 City Watch
Pet Owner Responsibilities ::1
Dogs and cats are an important part of the community in Dog owners must have their dogs vaccinated for rabies
that they provide companionship, recreation, and by a licensed veterinarian with an anti - rabies vaccine
protection for many citizens. If not properly treated and that is currently effective.
controlled, pets can become a nuisance and a hazard to
persons and property, and the reasonable regulation of It is unlawful to keep a cat or dog in any unsanitary
dogs and cats is necessary to provide for the public health, place or condition, in a manner which results in noisome
safety, and general welfare of the City. Picking up after odors, or in any way which constitutes a nuisance or a
your pet is part of responsible pet ownership —it's also disturbance by reason of barking, howling, fighting, or
required by the City's animal control ordinance. The City other noise or to maintain a condition which
of Brooklyn Center, Community Services Officers, and unreasonably annoys, injures, or endangers the safety,
everyone who lives in Brooklyn Center appreciate your health, morals, comfort, or repose of any person or
cooperation. Following are some reminders for pet property.
owners:
All cats and dogs must be kept under restraint, meaning
KEEPING OF DOGS AND CATS IS LIMITED a cat or dog must be controlled by a leash or at heel
No family or family member shall keep, harbor, or have beside a competent person having custody of it and
custody of more than two dogs exceeding six months of obedient to that person's commands, or within a vehicle
age in the family dwelling unit or on the family premises. being driven or parked on a public street, or if it is
No family or family member shall keep, within the property limits of its owner's
harbor or have custody of more than three premises.
cats exceeding six months of age in the Do00 s
family dwelling unit or on the family a Owners shall not allow their cats or dogs
premises. to foul any property, including City parks
and open spaces. Owners are required to
Dog owners must securely attach an carry supplies for excrement removal when
identification tag or plate to the dog's collar walking their cats or dogs.
so that it can be readily seen. The tag or plate must
contain the name and home telephone number of the Complete copies of the animal control ordinance
owner or other person who is keeping the dog. The (Chapter 1) are available at City Hall and on the City's
identification tag or plate must be worn by the dog at all web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Questions
times when it is off the owner's or keeper's property. can be directed to the City Clerk's office at (763) 569-
3300.
Rummage Sales Recycling Question
♦ Residents are allowed temporary sale of personal
property, provided the number of sales does not exceed of the Month
four per year and the duration of the sale does not
'exceed three consecutive days.
Can I Recycle Magazines?
> A temporary sign on -site is allowed for the duration of
the sale, only provided it does not exceed six square feet Yes, magazines are part of what recyclers call
in size. Banners and streamers may also be displayed on mixed paper recyclables. Believe it or not over
the property where the sale is being conducted. 25% of what we throw away is recyclable paper
products that could be put in your recycling cart.
♦ Temporary off -site signs are limited to three square feet These include magazines, newspaper, junk mail,
in area and may be placed on other residential property, office paper, telephone books, corrugated
provided that property owner's permission has been cardboard, shredded paper (in folded over paper
obtained, for the duration of the sale only. No rummage bags), and boxboard such as cereal, chip, and paper
sale signs are allowed on commercial, industrial, or food and soda boxes. Please call (763) 493 -8006
public property. with any questions about paper recycling.
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Tree Maintenance Service Information and Tips
Hiring a tree maintenance service deserves careful consideration and caution. A mistake can be expensive and
long - lasting, but the right choice can assure health, beauty and longer life for your trees. Considering that trees
can contribute up to 15 percent of your property value, the expense of proper care is one of the best
investments you can make.
The Brooklyn Center City Council has enacted a requirement that all individuals or companies providing tree
maintenance services within the city be registered. The registration has specific insurance requirements including proof of
liability for personal and property damage (such as your house and your neighbor's) and worker's compensation.
City staff is not authorized to recommend a specific contractor Once you have selected a service, a contract or written
but offers the following rips for selecting a service: agreement is absolutely essential to prevent misunderstandings
and assure you of having your work performed to the standards
21 Call the City Forestry Division at (763) 569 -3327 to get a you expect. Key items that a contract should include are:
list of contractors that are registered or visit the City's web
site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 2 The dates that work will begin and end.
0 Beware of door - knockers. Most reputable companies have Z Exactly what work will be done.
all the work they can handle without going door -to -door.
Door - knockers are especially common after storms when 0 Specify what cleanup work will be done and when.
non - professionals see a chance to earn some quick money.
2 Clarify if removal of a tree includes grinding out the stump
2 Never let yourself be rushed by bargains ( "If you sign an and surface roots and filling with topsoil.
agreement today, I can take 10% off the price. "). Never pay
in advance. 0 The total dollar amount you will be charged. You don't
want a surprise when you receive the invoice.
2 Ask for local references - -other jobs the company or
individual has done. Take a look at some, and if possible, 0 Don't be shy about asking questions such as, "How do you
talk with the former client. make your pruning cuts ?" or "How can I be sure that
pedestrians and curious children will be kept safe ?"
0 Have more than one service look at your job and give you
estimates. Two or more opinions and cost estimates are In short, be sure you have a contract that is complete and clear,
worth your extra effort. and be satisfied in advance that your concerns will be dealt with
fairly by the people you hire to work on your trees.
New Phosphorus Lawn Fertilizer Law Aims to
Protect Minnesota Lakes and Rivers
Minnesota has recently passed a law that restricts the use of
lawn fertilizers containing phosphorus, the primary nutrient that
turns lakes green with algae. Starting January 1, 2004, What To Look For
fertilizers containing phosphorus cannot be used on lawns in the On any bag or box of
Twin Cities metro area (Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, fertilizer, there is a
Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties). Look for the middle string of three
number on a bag of fertilizer. For the metro area, it should be numbers. The middle
zero (0).'' number indicates
phosphorus content
Keep Fertilizer Off Paved Surfaces: It's illegal to spread and should read "0"
any fertilizer on hard surfaces such as streets, sidewalks, and in the Twin Cities
driveways. Rain can wash the fertilizer into nearby storm drains s e v e n- c o u n t y
or road ditches, eventually getting into a lake or river near you. metropolitan area.
If you accidentally spill or spread fertilizer on a hard surface,
clean it up immediately.
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Water Line Flushing Water Restrictions
Brooklyn Center utility crews will flush water lines May 1 through September 30
beginning Sunday, April 18, 2004. The process will occur ODD -EVEN SPRINKLING BAN
for four consecutive nights beginning at 9 PM and
continuing until ? AN1.
Permanent water restrictions are now in effect
The flushing may loosen rust in the pipes that could stain from May 1 to September 30 every year. This
laundry. Residents are encouraged to check their water odd -even sprinkling ban does not apply to private
before doing laundry wells —only the city water supply. This ban will
and to delay doing m be enforced.
laundry, especially 2 1 Q
whites, until the x If your street address is an ODD number (for
process is completed m ~i example, 5917, 4501), you may water your
Y�
�,,, I U� 9 ; lawn and garden on ODD numbered days of
in their area (see map). $
4- % the month (for example, May 11).
Flushing Schedule �o�Rp�Q� 2
Area 1 - April 18 E If your street address is an EVEN number (for
l 19 ° °' example, 5916, 4500), you may water your
Area 2 - Apri
Area 3 - Apri 19 �� ' H RANT FLU H NG lawn and garden on EVEN numbered days of
Area 4 - April 21 the month (for example, May 10).
These water restrictions have been enacted to
The City maintains 114.66 miles of Watermains encourage water conservation and to keep utility
wells, 3 million gallons storage in 3 towers rates as low as possible. Without water
974 974 hydrants, 1,368 valves restrictions, the City would have to consider
h metered connections building a reservoir and pumping station, at an
Average e ed billion gallons pumped per year estimated cost of $3.3 million. Your water rates
1 increase an estimated 20 cents per 1000
would p
gallons, or by 20 percent.
Lawn and Garden Water Thank you for cooperating!
Conservation Tips Brooklyn Center Water Department
From the American Water Works Association
(763) 569 - 3390
A single lawn sprinkler spraying five gallons per minute
uses 50% more water in just one hour than a combination
of 10 toilet flushes, two 5- minute showers, two
dishwasher loads, and a full load of clothes. So be Other Tips:
sensible, and remember these tips:
• Morning is the best time to water most lawn areas. • Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and
After about 10 Am heat steals moisture from your sidewalks.
lawn by evaporation. Water EARLY and you can
water LESS because more of the water is absorbed • Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants to
into your lawn. slow evaporation of moisture and discourage weed
growth.
♦ Don't water out of habit. Water only when your lawn 6 Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets, and
needs it. To test if your lawn needs a soaking, step on
the grass. If it springs back up, you don't need to couplings.
water. If it stays flat, It's time to water. 6 Don't run the hose while washing your car. Use
♦ Let water sink in slowly. Lots of water applied fast the hose just to rinse off the car.
mostly runs off. et water sink in deep, to encourage
deep roots. Lawns with deeper roots won't need Brooklyn Center Water Department
watering as often. (763) 569 -3390
City Watch 13 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
G arden Contest
4) The
City of Brooklyn Center
announces its tenth annual
Landscape and Garden
competition.
�i
Ap pp s be submitted
bly Jul 9, 2004 MOST TRANSFORMED SPACE
Clarice Bailey 5424 Irving Avenue
2003 w.
Contest
Winners
OUTSTANDING LANDSCAPE/HARDSCAPE
Walt & Sandy Wenholz 501 — 69th Avenue North
c'
OUTSTANDING BACKYARD GARDEN
Barbara Mielke 7230 Bryant Avenue North BEST SMALL SPACE GARDEN
Nancy Blom 2820 — 67th Lane North
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 14 City Watch
Landscape & Garden Contest
10th ANNUAL CONTEST TO BE HELD IN JULY
Applications must be Criteria for awards announced
submitted by July 9 To qualify for the City of Brooklyn Center Landscape and Garden
The City of Brooklyn Center is proud to announce its contest your property must meet the following criteria:
tenth annual Landscape and Garden Competition. . Must be in the Brooklyn Center city limits
You can nominate yourself or a neighbor. Anyone • Should pose no problems for the sidewalk or street
with a green thumb qualifies! Just remember: • Must be well maintained, all structures (including fences) must be
in good repair
• Applications or nominations must be submitted Must not violate any City codes
by Friday, July 9, 2004, with two photos. The
photos will not be returned. Judging criteria for the contest includes:
• Judging will take place the week of July 19 -23, Must be partially visible from the street
2004, from 9 AM to 1 PM. • Creative, visually significant, summer -long display
• Creative use of plant selection that provides color, height, texture,
• Awards will be announced the last week in July. and food for human and/or habitat consumption
• Overall general yard plan
If you have any questions, please call (763) 569 -3327. • Unusual features and creative use of materials
• Must have positive visual impact on the immediate neighborhood
• Use of four seasons plant material
Additional application forms are available at Brooklyn Center City
Hall and the Community Center at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway or on
the City's web site at www.ciiyofbrooklyncenter.org
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City of Brooklyn Center
Landscape and Garden Application
Address of Property
Name of
Resident or Business
Phone Work Home
Nominator Address
Phone
Submit nominations to:
City of Brooklyn Center Landscape & Garden Contest
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199
City Watch 15 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Spring Recycling Day City Brooklyn Center
6301 Shi ngle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199
Saturday, May 1, 2004 Official web site
8 AM to 2 PM www.citvofbrooklyncenter.ore
Operations — Maintenance Building e-mail: info @ ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
8300 Noble Avenue North, Brooklyn Park
Additional Information: (763) 493 -8006 City Hall (763)569 -3300
Recreation (763) 569 - 3400
Acceptable — No Charge Emergency 911
• Antifreeze, used oil, oil filters Police non- emergency (763) 569 -3333
• Batteries - household/electronics, automotive, utility
• Electronics -TVs, stereos, VCRs, PCs, radios Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307
• Scrap metal- brass, aluminum (window and door frames w/o Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by the
wood or glass), bath tubs (cast iron and steel), metal bed MN Relay Service 711 (TTYNoice)
springs and frames, clothes poles, swing sets (no cement),
bicycles, lawnmowers, BBQs (remove all wheels and plastic Mayor Myrna Kragn
or wood) Voicemail: (763) 569 -345
0
mayorkragness @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
Acceptable — Fee As Indicated Councilmember Kathleen Carmody
• Appliances — $10 each — water heater, refrigerator, freezer, Home: (763) 566 -3114
washer, dryer, dishwasher, range top, stove, oven, councilmembercarmody @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
microwave, residential furnace, humidifier, dehumidifier, Councilmember Kay Lasman
garbage disposal, trash compactor Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448
• Residential Air Conditioner — $15 councilmemberlasman@ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
• Tires — $1 to $15 based on size Councilmember Diane Niesen
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3445
Not Acceptable councilmemberniesen @ci.brooklyn center.mn.us
• Furniture, pianos, baby equipment, wheelchairs, Councilmember Bob Peppe
automobiles, auto parts, riding mowers, snowmobiles, Voicemail: (763) 569 -3446
motorcycles, paints /chemicals, carpet/padding, mattresses or councilmemberpeppe @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
box springs, residential remodeling debris (doors, screens, City Manager Michael J. McCauley
porcelain or plastic sinks, tubs, or toilets)
Regular City Council Meetings
Tree Limbs Accepted At Yard Waste Site
City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and
The yard waste site in Maple Grove reopened April 1. Residents 4th Monday of the month at 7 PM.
will now be able to drop -off tree limbs up to 10 inches in Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council
diameter. The old limit was 2 inches in diameter. Our contractor meetings for persons who wish to address the City Council
purchased new heavy -duty equipment to better serve the disposal about issues not scheduled on the agenda.
needs of our community. There is no charge for residents at the
gate. The site is funded through your recycling fee on your utility City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following
bill. The site also accepts grass clippings, leaves, and garden the Regular Session City Council meetings.
materials. Bags must be emptied and removed from the site.
Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16.
Maple Grove Yard Waste Drop - Off Site Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 2:30
14796 — 101st Avenue North, Maple Grove AM and 10:30 AM. '
24 -hour information: (763) 4204886
Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300 or visit
Hours the City's web site @ www.citvofbrooklyncenter.ore
Monday — Saturday 8 AM to 7 PM
Sunday Noon to 7 PM
April 1 through November 30 (weather permitting)
Directions Printed on recycled paper
Drive northwest on County Rd. 81 past Osseo to County Rd. 121/ Q4�
Fernbrook. Turn left across railroad tracks to 101st Avenue
North. Turn right and follow 101st about one block to the site
entrance.
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Adult Activities ........................................... ..........................18 -21
Youth Activities .................................. ............................... 22 -24
Youth Summer Sports Program ......... .............................23
Earle Brown Days Festival .................... .............................25
Entertainment In The Park ..................... .............................26
Centerbrook Golf Course ......................................... I............ 27
Outdoor Activities ............................. ............................... 28 -29
Community Tripsters ........................ ............................... 30 -31
Senior Adult Activities ......................... ..........................31 -32
Community Bulletin Board .................... .............................33
Aquatic Activities ................................... ..........................34 -36
Special Pool E vents ................................... ............................... 37
PoolHours and Rates ................................. .............................3$
Registration Information ......................... .............................39
Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation & Services Department
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center MN 55430
(763) 569 -3400
Adult Activi
As a result of the current State budget shortfall, AQUA EXERCISE
classes have a minimum number of registrants Water power! Join this invigorating high- energy class, which
required to hold the class. Please register at least includes a warm up, cardio and full body toning. You are
two days before the starting date to avoid encouraged to participate in the intensity level that suits you
disappointment of a class being cancelled. best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! Classes 50
min. Instructors Jean #7; Kathy /Jean #8.
Classes once a week, $31.80/12 Sessions
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE # Day Begins Time Location
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 7 Sat. June 5 8:00 a.m. Community Center
years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age Classes once a week, $26.50/10 Sessions
requirement.) You do not need to be a swimmer or put your 8 Tues. June 29 6:10 p.m. North View
face in the water. If you are registering for the first time,
please furnish your doctor's name and number. Registration AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP
Fee $28.25/12 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki. WATER COMBO
# Day Begins Time Location A&Our "combo" class combines warm up,
1 Tues. June 15 8:00 a.m. Community Center stretching, aerobic exercise and strength
2 Thurs. June 17 8:00 a.m. Community Center training for a full body workout. The class is designed for all
fitness levels and can be easily modified for a lower or higher
intensity workout. Seniors may enroll in this class for
SENIOR DROP -IN CARDS $28.25. Registration Fee $31.80/12 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
Instructor Vicki.
Senior Drop -In -Cards are for persons 62 years and older. # Day Begins Time Location
Please purchase cards early so we know we can count on 9 Wed. June 16 8:00 a.m. Community Center
you. If your summer schedule needs some flexibility, the
drop -in card is for you. (We encourage you to register for a
specific class instead of purchasing a drop -in card if at all
possible.) Cards may be purchased for any aqua or fitness Chlorine ' water CAN discolor
classes that have met the minimum number of registrations to sorry, not ' ' '
hold the class and do not fill to capacity. A one -time pass may
be purchased for a visiting friend for any of the classes,
including the ones that have filled. Cards are non- DEEP WATER WORKOUT
transferable, non - refundable and have an expiration date. If you are looking for a new or different experience in water
If you have any questions, call Kathy at (763) 569 -3405. exercise, try this class! Using a floatation device, this class
combines aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and
CARD OPTIONS water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! The
class is designed for all fitness levels and can be easily
# # of Classes Fee modified for a lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming
3 1 Class $3.50 skills are not required but participants should be comfortable
_ in deep water. Floatation belts and noodles are furnished.
4 5 Classes $15.00 Seniors may enroll in the Monday class #10 for $25.85.
-- -.._.- Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #10; Kathy /Jean #11.
5 8 Classes $24.00
._ .... once a week, $29.25/11 Sessions
-_...
6 10 Classes $30.00 # Day Begins Time Location
10 Mon. June 14 8:00 a.m. Community Center
Classes once a week, $26.50/10 Sessions
11 Tues. June 29 7:05 p.m. North View
POOL ACCESS
Brooklyn Center Community Center BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION
Community center pool features a full ramp with handrail to Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe &
provide complete access to persons in wheelchairs and/or effective workout.
North View - Easy Ladder® Free for members or patrons who have
with physical limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end. paid general admission for the day. $5 reservation fee
Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with these gently refundable upon completion of orientation or cancellation
sloping steps. (Weight capacity 300 lbs.) The Easy Ladder 48 hours in advance of appointment. Runs approximately
was made possible through a generous donation from a 45 minutes and day or evening appointments are
participant, the Osseo Area School District 279, Community available. Call (763) 569 -3400 for the schedule.
Education Services and the City of Brooklyn Center.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 18 Recreation Brochure
Adult Activities continued
FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN FOR 60+
No classes July 3 & 5. Classes are added at the end to Think about starting the day in this fun class! Bev is an
cover these cancellations. Please note other class inspiring instructor who knows how to keep you motivated
cancellations in descriptions. Any additional changes, With a variety of exercises. This morning program emphasizes
which may occur will be noted on the fitness calendars energizing routines designed to improve strength, flexibility
available in classes & at the community center. and endurance at a level safe and comfortable for you.
AAll aerobic classes offer complete and effective Although this class is directed towards individuals 60
conditioning for muscles, heart and lungs. years and older, interested individuals of variable ages
AClasses include warm -ups, aerobic movements, muscle may attend. Come join us! No class July 5 & 8. Classes 50
group work and cool down stretching. min. Instructor Bev.
A Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes. Classes once a week, $28.25/12 Sessions
•All classes are COED except class #15. # Day Begins Time Location
AFitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per 16 Thurs. June 10 9:30 a.m. Community Center
week. This can be a combination of classes or classes and Classes once a week, $25.85/11 Sessions
walking, swimming, biking, etc. 17 Mon. June 14 9:30 a.m. Community Center
SATURDAY AEROBIC /STEP COMBO
STRENGTH TRAINING This low impact class offers a variety of
"Strong women and men stay young." Age 30 or 90, fit or exercises used to challenge all fitness levels.
unfit, this program can build bone density, lose weight, and You are encouraged to participate in the
intensity level that suits you best. There will be
gain strength and energy. Basic exercises using weights are a 10 minute warm -up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10-
geared to individual ability and can put you in the shape 15 minutes of step, followed by cool down and strength
needed for a healthier and more active lifestyle. Authorities training. For persons unable to do step, the same patterns
claim strength training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart may be done on the floor during this segment. The classes
disease and osteoporosis. Come join this class for an energy are fun and offer a great cardio workout. Registration Fee
overhaul! Please wait until after first class before purchasing $21.25/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy.
weights. No class July 5 & 8. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. # Day Begins Time Location
Classes once a week, $28.25/12 Sessions 18 Sat. June 12 8:30 a.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location
12 Thurs. June 10 10:30 a.m. Community Center
Classes once a week, $25.85/11 Sessions ORIENTATION TO STABILITY BALL
13 Mon. June 14 10:30 a.m. Community Center
TRAINING
This orientation will provide you with an opportunity to
experience first hand what this hottest new class has to offer.
STRENGTH TRAINING & "ABS" - COED See class description below. If you have a ball, please bring it;
Strength training can build bone density, help lose if not, please wait until after the first class to purchase a ball.
weight, gain strength and energize! Basic exercises Registration Fee $3.00/1 Session. Class 50 min. Instructor
Cindy.
using weights are geared to individual ability and # Day Date Time Location
can put you in the shape needed for a healthier and more 19 Sat. June 12 9:30 a.m. Community Center
active lifestyle. Authorities claim strength training can
decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. n /�
This class will include a weekly "AB" workout. Please wait 1 V 4 STABILITY BALL TRAINING
until after the first class before purchasing hand held, wrist or NEW! Stability ball is one of the hottest and new pieces
ankle weights. Registration Fee $26.50/10 Sessions. No class of exercise equipment in the fitness world today!
July 8. Classes 50 min. Instructor Renae. Enhance your energy level in this new class as
# Day Begins Time Location you gain strength, balance and flexibility. This is a
14 Thurs. June 17 7:00 p.m. Community Center challenging muscular toning and endurance class using a
giant exercise ball. The class will include upper and lower
body training along with an intense abdominal and back
workout followed by thorough stretching. Participants will
need to bring their own ball to class. Balls may be purchased
at most stores that sell fitness equipment. Please wait until
STRENGTH TRAINING & "ABS" — For Women after the first class to purchase a ball. In addition, participants
This class is offered for women only. See class description will need to bring hand -held weights. Come join us on the
above. Registration Fee $29.25/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min. ball for fitness and fun! Registration Fee $18.50/7 Sessions.
Instructor Vicki. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
15 Mon. June 14 7:00 p.m. Community Center 20 Sat. June 19 9:30 a.m. Community Center
Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrookl mcenter.org
Adult Activities continued
New!
LOW IMPACT "WHOLE BODY" INTRODUCTORY MAT PILATES
AEROBICS Pilates is a powerful body sculpting system for losing weight,
This "whole body" workout will enhance cardiovascular sculpting lean, long muscles and reshaping and strengthening
fitness and strengthen your upper and lower body while your body from head to toe. Plus you will improve your
having fun and getting into shape at the same time. There will flexibility, coordination and posture. Please bring an exercise
be a 5 -10 minute warm up, 25 -40 minutes low impact/high mat. (No class August 18 or 19.) Registration Fee $20.00/7
intensity cardiovascular training, a cool down segment Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Ute.
followed by 10 -20 minutes body sculpting and 5 minutes of # Day Begins Time Location
cool down. Class is not appropriate for beginning level 26 Wed. May 26 6:15 p.m. Community Center
participants. If you have questions, please call Kathy at 27 Wed. May 26 7:15 p.m. Community Center
(763) 569 -3405. Registration is at discretion of instructor. 28 Thurs. June 17 9:30 a.m. Community Center
Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing/athletic shoes. 29 Wed. July 14 6:15 p.m. Community Center
Registration Fee $37.50/10 Sessions or 2 Drop -In punches per 30 Wed. July 14 7:15 p.m. Community Center
class. No class July 8. Classes 75 minutes. Instructor Renae. 31 Thurs. Aug. 5 9:30 a.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location
21 Thurs. June 17 5:45 p.m. Community Center
INTRODUCTION to QIGONG (Chinese Yoga) INTERMEDIATE MAT PILATES
The class will prepare participants who wish to take Qigong For individuals with Pilates experience or who are at a high
with terms and movements necessary for the eleven session level of fitness. This workout will utilize all the exercises
course. See first hand what Qigong has to offer. Class from the introductory class and will add more difficult, deep
description below. Registration Fee $3.00/1 Session. Class 1 conditioning exercises. Bring an exercise mat. (No class
hr. Instructor Johnna. August 17.) Registration Fee $20.00/7 Sessions. Classes 50
# Day Date Time Location min. Instructor Ute.
22 Mon. June 7 6:00 p.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
23 Wed. June 9 9:30 a.m. Community Center 32 Tues. May 25 6:15 p.m. Community Center
33 Tues. July 13 6:15 p.m. Community Center
QIGONG (Chinese Yoga)
The aim of Qigong is to harmonize the body, breath New!
and mind. Exercises focus on cleansing, gathering and ADVANCED MAT PILATES Plus
circulating our qi through movements, breathing and
meditation. With simple daily practice you can enjoy many Participants must have thoroughly mastered the
benefits, which may include: enhanced health, more energy, intermediate level. This class offers a more challenging
improved digestion, better physiological balance and work out for optimal strength, flexibility and endurance.
improved athletic performance. Contents of the class will Bring an exercise mat and a set of weights 2 -5 lbs. (No class
rotate with the seasons. Wear loose clothing, flat shoes or Aug 17.) Registration Fee $20.00/7 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
socks. Registration Fee $33.00/11 Sessions. No class July 5 Instructor Ute.
& 7. Classes 1 hr. Instructor Johnna. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 34 Tues. May 25 7:15 p.m. Community Center
24 Mon. June 14 6:00 p.m. Community Center 35 Tues. July 13 7:15 p.m. Community Center
25 Wed. June 16 9:30 a.m. Community Center
FITNESS DROP -IN CARDS
This option is ideal for people who want to exercise but cannot commit to the same class every week. (To reach minimum
numbers we encourage you to register for a specific class instead of purchasing a card if at all possible.) Drop -In Cards may be
used for all fitness and aqua exercise classes, except Pilates Cards are non refundable and may be used only during the
summer session. Card #'s 36 -39 are of equal value, assisting you in purchasing only the number you will actually use summer
session. With a drop -in card, you can start anytime ... now there's no reason not to exercise with us!
* * *ATM MON CARD BUYERS * **
When buying your DROP -IN CARD, please indicate the class CARD OPTIONS
or classes that you most likely will be attending. # # of Classes Fee
This will help: When determining whether we have the
minimum number to have a class with registered participants 36 12 Classes $39.00
plus Drop -In Card users. Before purchasing a card, please 37 10 Classes $32.50
check to see if the class you were planning on attending has
been canceled. Sometimes circumstances beyond our control 38 8 Classes $26.00
require us to cancel a class or change location; if we know 39 5 Classes $16.25
what class you regularly attend, we will make every
attempt to notify you. 40 1 Class $3.75
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Adult Activities continued
PERSONAL TRAINING Oat AARP - 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING y
Personal training is the newest service offered Registration accepted immediately.
the Brooklyn Center Community Center. This classroom - training program is designed to help persons
trainer will assist you in setting your goals and in designing a 55 and older improve their driving skills while teaching them
safe and effective program just for you. With motivation and how to avoid accidents & traffic violations. Course
encouragement, learn how to make the most of your workout completion is required to initiate auto insurance discounts.
time. A FREE initial consultation is available to members or Instructors are trained volunteers.
patrons who pay the general daily admission fee.
Consultations are available by appointment; call Kathy at • Four Hour Refresher Course — is for persons who have
(763) 569 -3405 for information. completed the eight hour mature driving course within the
preceding three years. Fee $10.00 /1 Session.
Fees For Additional Sessions
' Each session is one hour. Sessions are available by Date Day Time
appointment. These pre -paid sessions are valid for one month Mai 12 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
after your projected final workout session. Non - members will - .. -...-
also pay the daily general admission fee ($3.50 per time) for June 2 Wednesday 8:30 a. m. — 12:30 p.m.
each session, which includes use of the pool, sauna and July 7 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p .m.
exercise room.
September 1 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. —12:30 p.m.
# # of Sessions Fee
• Eight Hour Course – This is course is for persons who
41 2 Sessi $92. have never taken the training or if you haven't attended a
42 6 Sessions $264.00 course for more than three years. Fee $10.00/2 Sessions.
43 12 Sessions $504.00 Dates Days Time
August 4 & 5 Wed. & Thurs. 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
AAU TAEKWONDO (Korean Karate)
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art focusing on self - defense For additional class offerings in the area, call the AARP
and competition utilizing punching and kicking techniques. office (952) 858 -9040. AARP office is open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.,
Open to ages 8 and up. Advanced class must take beginning Monday - Friday.
class or instructor's permission. Registration Fee $84.00 /24 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
sessions plus equipment costs as necessary. Instructor Robert Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301
Frankovich, 4 "' degree Black Belt, teaching for 15 years. Shingle Creek Parkway. Questions call (763) 569 -3400.
Beginner #61; Advanced #62. Classes 45 min. Registration will be taken on a first -come, first -served basis.
# Day Begins Time Location If the class is full, we will put you on the waiting list and call
61 W &M July 7 6:00 p.m. Community Center if an opening occurs. Advanced registration required by
62 W &M July 7 6:45 p.m. Community Center mail or in person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check
or money order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.)
KICKBALL LEAGUE
Brooklyn Center Recreation Department is New! Classes are offered at the Crossings/Brookwood, 6125 N
interested in offering a Co -Rec Adult Kickball Lilac Drive. Smoking is not permitted during class or in the
League on Friday evenings beginning in spring/summer 2004. building.
If you would like more information or are interested in getting Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation and
a team together, call Joe at 763 -569 -3382 or contact him at Services Department thank the Lang Nelson Corporation
jericksen @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us. & Crossing Manager Kris for making this site available
for these classes.
LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the
community center or have had previous experience and are MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS
familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited Minimum age 18. No pre -sign up, just bring a partner. Cost of
basis and students will have pieces fired in the five -week $3 per person, includes coffee, treats, expenses and prizes. All
period. The lab program is designed for individuals who want players agree to abide by the rules of the tournament.
to work independently. Fee includes 25 lbs. of clay. Tournaments are run by Senior Adult Volunteers on Saturday,
(Additional clay is $36.50, which includes 25 lbs., glazes and May 15, July 17, and August 21, 12:30 -3:30 p.m. at the
firing.) Arrange your own time to work in the lab during the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek
five weeks. No instruction. Registration Fee $58.00/5 Weeks. Parkway. Take part in the Earle Brown Days MINI 500
# Day Begins Location TOURNAMENT, Friday, June 25. Same time & place. Park
44 Weeks of May 17 – June 20 Community Center and enter on the lower level. In case of inclement weather,
45 Weeks of June 21 – July 18 Community Center call (763) 569 -3442 for a recorded message about the
46 Weeks of Aug. 2 – Sept. 5 Community Center tournament.
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Youth A
GYMNASTICS CAMP FOR GIRLS — Grades 1 -5 CARTOONING — Grades 1 -6
Do you have an interest in developing beginning and Learn to create lots of cartoon faces and figures. Develop
intermediate level gymnastics skills? This camp is for you. your own cartoon character and complete comic strips. This is
Participate with girls of a comparable skill level. Emphasis is a great beginning class for cartoon enthusiasts. Registration
on developing your strengths, flexibility and coordination. Fee $9.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
Tumbling and apparatus on gymnastics equipment introduced # Day Date Time Location
according to ability. Registration Fee $38.00/6 Sessions. 107 Thurs. July 8 1:30 p.m. Community Center
Classes 1' /z hours. Instructors Michelle & Chrissy.
# Day Begins Time Location
100 Tues. June 22 7:05 p.m. North View , _ BIRTHDAY BASH! — Grades 1 -6
101 Thurs. June 24 7:05 p.m. North View � If you love to celebrate your birthday, this is the
class for you. You will make ALL NEW treats,
ADVENTURES IN CRITTERVILLE — decorations and party favors. Then, it's party time! }
Grades 1 -6 Music, games, and eating our wonderful treats!
Explore Central Park! Join Diane for a fun nature Bring a stuffed animal or doll with you. Registration Fee
expedition looking at many different types of $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
insects, birds, & plant life. The fun goes on as you make an # Day Date Time Location
awesome nature craft. Snack & beverage provided. Dress for 108 Tues. July 13 1:30 p.m. Community Center
the weather; wear old clothes & shoes. We will be going
outside. Registration Fee $9.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. STAMPING MANIA — Grades 1 -6
Instructor Diane. Stamp out summer boredom with the Queen of Stamping!
# Day Date Time Location Using a variety of rubber stamps, fun stickers, and markers,
102 Tues. June 15 1:30 p.m. Community Center create greeting cards, your own stationary, bookmarks,
14 r a NO BAKE COOKING — Grades 1 -6 pictures and much more. Wear old clothes. Registration Fee
l $9.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
Enjoy a scrumptious afternoon as you learn how to # Day Date Time Location
make snacks and treats that do not need baking. 109 Mon. July 15 1:30 p.m. Community Center
{ Easy & fun to make! You will have a recipe book to
keep so you can try your chef expertise at home. Registration SCRAPBOOKING — Grades 2 -7
Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Start your very own scrapbook of memories to include a trip,
# Day Date Time Location a special pet, a family gathering, school friends and more.
103 Thurs. June 17 1:30 p.m. Community Center Bring pictures of yourself, friends, family members and /or
COOKIE CRITTERS — Grades 1 -6 pets plus other memorable items to put in your scrapbook.
We will be cutting, taping and gluing items, so don't bring
If you are a cookie lover, this class will bake up lots of fun for anything that cannot be altered. Fee includes a scrapbooking
you. We will mix, bake and eat lots of different kinds of memory kit with mat page, punch -out frames & tags, paper,
cookies. Don't miss this delicious class. Registration Fee decorative borders, punch outs, reversible printed paper,
$10.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructors Diane & Teri. reversible die cuts. Other supplies, stickers, rubber stamping
# Day Date Time Location materials, & tape will be provided. Registration Fee $15.0011
104 Wed. June 23 1:30 p.m. Community Center Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
# Day Date Time Location
YOU ARE AN ARTIST — Grades 1 - 6 110 Tues. July 19 1:30 p.m. Community Center
Be creative! Have fun making your own painting on Q
a canvas board. Sketch your picture on paper and SUMMER FUN SQUAD — Grades 1 -6
using acrylics, paint it on your canvas. It will look great Don't sit inside at the computer or watch TV all summer.
hanging in your room. Time permitting, we will make more Ride your bike, run or walk to Summer Fun Squad where you
projects with other types of paint. Wear old clothes and bring will meet new friends and get to try new things. Tag, Capture
a bag to bring home your projects. Registration Fee $9.00/1 the Flag, kickball, jump rope, soccer, softball, box hockey and
Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. craft projects are just a few fun things we'll do. Our leaders
# Day Date Time Location are anxious to meet you and will be fun to hang out with two
105 Thurs. June 24 1:30 p.m. Community Center afternoons a week. Parents, our staff leaders are great role
models for your kids. The fee has been kept to a minimum
BIG BEAD BONANZA — Grades 1 -6 through a donation from the Brooklyn Center Crime
You can do it! Design & make fun necklaces, bracelets, rings Prevention Program. (No program July 5.) Registration Fee
or key chains. You will make at least 3 projects. Registration $35.00/12 Sessions /6 Weeks. Program 2 hours.
Fee $9.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Date Time Location 111 M &W June 14 1:00 p.m. Kylawn Park
106 Tues. June 29 1:30 p.m. Community Center 112 T &Th June 15 1:00 P.M. Evergreen Park
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Youth Sports Program
Registration accepted immediately for classes listed on this page!
• In these programs, there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play.
• Season nuns June 14 – July 22. Participants are responsible for providing their own transportation to practices and inter -
park games. Coaches are not permitted to transport children. No weekend practices or games.
• In case of rainouts, due to financial and time restraints, only one practice or game will be made up.
• 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.
• For #'s 116, 117, 119, 120 & 121, 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 appropriate program.
• Each participant will receive a T -shirt. When registering, indicate the size you wish to order for your child from the
available sizes. (Not all sizes available for every class.)
• Softball participants should bring a glove. Soccer participants should wear shin guards.
® Adult volunteer coaches are needed to assist instructor /coaches. If interested, call (763) 569 -3405 for information.
T -BALL LITTLE KICKERS
For boys & girls going into kindergarten or I s1 grade in fall This successful program in its fifth year is for boys and girls
2004. This fast paced class is for kids who like to run, jump, eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2004 & 2005. Program
throw, play games & have FUN! Children LEARN the basic is noncompetitive, featuring drills and activities for our "Little
fundamentals of softball, good sportsmanship and play related Kickers" to develop the basic skills of soccer. It also offers
skill games and relays. Registration Fee $37.00. Program 1 positive coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played five on
hour. five, with everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee
# Day Begins Time Location $37.00. Program 1 hour. (No class June 24, Parade.)
113 M &W June 14 6:00 p.m. Kylawn Park West # Day Begins Time Location
114 M &W June 14 6:00 p.m. Northport Park West 118 T &TH June 15 6:00 p.m. Evg. Football Field
T -BALL BUDDIES – NEW KICKIN' KIDS
Children learn the same skills as in T -Ball except they get For youth going into grades 1 -3 as of fall `04.
assistance from their adult buddy. Buddies stand behind their Kickin' Kids is full. Call to place child's name on a
child in the field and will assist in all skill development. waitlist. An instructional program designed for children to
Coaches will teach the skills and help you if you aren't sure. have FUN while LEARNING fundamentals. "Kids" learn
Buddies can be a parent, relative or friend. The minimum age basic skills needed to play soccer. Games played in July.
for adult buddies is 18 and should attend at least 10 of the 12 Registration Fee $37.00. Program I hour. (No class June 24.)
sessions. A pre- season orientation will be held without # Day Begins Time Location
children at 6:00 p.m. on June 9 at the community center. 119 T &TH June 15 7:05 p.m. Evg. Football Field
Registration Fee $37.00. Program 1 hour.
# Day Begins Time Location KICKIN' KIDS II
115 M &W June 14 6:00 p.m. Kylawn Park East For youth going into grades 2 -5 as of fall `04 who have
participated in organized soccer a minimum of one season.
"KIDS" INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL Participants in this fun instructional program will review and
For boys and girls who have completed grades 1 or 2 work on mastering the fundamentals of soccer. The majority
during the 2003 -2004 school year. This instructional of time will be spent playing soccer games. Registration Fee
program is designed for children to have FUN while $37.00. Program 1 hour. (No class June 24, Parade.)
LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork and the # Day Begins Time Location
fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $37.00. Program 1 120 T &TH June 15 7:05 p.m. Evg. Football Field
hour.
# Day Begins Time Location SOCCER – NEW
116 M &W June 14 7:05 p.m. Kylawn Park East A new program on a new field! For boys and girls going into
JUNIOR SOFTBALL grades 4 -7 as of fall 2004 who have previously played soccer
and know the skills. The first night coaches will do a quick
For boys & girls completing grades 3 -6 during the 2003 -2004 review of the skills followed by a scrimmage. The remaining
school year. Program has been offered for the last 12 weeks will be spent playing soccer games. Registration Fee
summers. A fun, instructional program with emphasis on $39.00. Program 1 hour. (No class June 24, Parade.)
mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. Majority of # Day Begins Time Location
time will be playing softball. No tryouts; everyone will play. 121 T &TH June 15 7:05 p.m. Northport Soc. Field
An excellent opportunity to have fun while continuing to
develop good sportsmanship & softball skills. Registration Youth Sports Program Locations
Fee $39.00. Program I hour. Evergreen Football Field — 71 & Dupont
# Day Begins Time Location Kylawn Park — 61 & Kyle N
117 M &W June 14 7:05 p.m. Kylawn Park West Northport Soccer Field — 55 Sailor Lane
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Youth Activities continued
PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS KOOL KIDS CAMP – August 3 - 5
Preschool I Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3'/2 -5. FUN IN THE SUN is the theme for Kool Kids Camp. Join
(Children must be 3' /z by June 1, 2004 & toilet trained.) Class the outdoor fun! Creative crafts! Games galore! Exciting
activities include tumbling and an introduction to the balance activities! Cookout! Swimming! We will hike to the newly
beam, uneven bars and vault. Must be able to do all skills remodeled Brookdale Library for a special program. Swim
before advancing to Preschool II. Class ratio 8 students/ every day in the Olympic pool, ride the awesome 150' water
instructor. Registration Fee $22.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 slide, and celebrate the last day with a pool party. Bring your
min. Instructors Michelle & Chrissy. swimsuit and towel each day. Bring your lunch on Tuesday &
# Day Begins Time Location Wednesday. A cookout is planned for Thursday. Snacks and
122 Tues. June 22 6:15 p.m. North View beverages provided each day. For grades 1 -6. Drop off
children at community center at 8:40 a.m. and pick them up at
PRESCHOOL II /KINDERGARTEN 3:30 p.m. Deadline to register, July 23, space permitting. No
GYMNASTICS refunds issued after July 23. Registration Fee $59.00/3 Days.
For children 4 & up who have passed Preschool I Gymnastics # Days Begins Time Location
& kindergarten children with little or no gymnastics 124 T,W,Th Aug. 3 8:40 a.m. Community Center
experience. Learn advanced moves on balance beam, uneven
bars, tumbling & vault. Ratio 8 students /instructor.
Registration Fee $22.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. SAFETY CAMP — August 10 & 11
Instructors Michelle & Chrissy.
# Day Begins Time Location SAs" Cron Sponsored by police, fire & recreation
123 Thurs. June 24 6:15 p.m. North View departments. Safety issues including
personal, bicycle, water, and fire will be
SKYHAWKS SOCCER CAMP taught in a hands -on, fun setting.
AN , For boys & girls ages 5 -14! Camp is designed to Instructors from North Memorial, the Red
teach the fundamental skills of soccer using fun Cross, Brooklyn Center Police & Fire
games and exercises. Through small group activities Departments. Supervised by police
and scrimmages, players apply newly learned skills and officers & recreation staff. Includes lunch,
strategies to their game. The program finishes on Friday with snacks, T -shirt, bike helmet, awards ceremony & picnic.
an exciting soccer tournament. Participants will receive 30 Dress for weather; most activities held outdoors. Bring
hours of quality instruction, soccer ball, t -shirt, personal bicycle on Tues., Aug. 10. Bring swimsuit and towel on
player evaluation, new friends, fun, and games. Bring lunch Wed., Aug. 11 for swimming at the pool. 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Check
and beverage each day. Registration Fee $89.00/5 Days. in begins at 7:45 a.m. In case of inclement weather, camp will
Classes meet 9:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. be held indoors. Awards ceremony and picnic dinner for
# Days Dates Time Location campers and their parents on Wed., Aug. 11, 5 p.m. Grades
375 M -F Aug. 9 -13 9:00 a.m. Evg. Soc. Field 2 -4. Registration Fee $25.00/2 Days.
# Days Begins Time Location
SUMMER CONDITIONING 125 T &W Aug. 10 8:00 a.m. Community Center
A total physical fitness class for grades 8 -12. Activities
include daily stretching exercises to increase flexibility,
weight- training to build strength, plyometric exercises to
improve running speed, and cardiovascular endurance training EXPLORER'S DAY CAMP
for the heart-lung system. Meets Monday through Friday. August 17 - 19 x
Utilizes the weight facilities at Park Center High School, one SURVIVOR, Brooklyn Center
of the state's finest. Open to male and female athletes entering !
P g Let the games begin Grades 2 -6 join
grades 8 -12. Grades 11 -12 #200; Grades 8 -10 #201. No class the outdoor fun and adventure!
July S. Registration Fee $60.00/8 weeks. Classes 2 hours. Exciting challenges, nature activities, outdoor games,
Instructors Park Center Coaches. awesome crafts, and a program at the newly remodeled
# Day Begins Time Location Brookdale Library. We will divide into groups for fun and
200 M -F June 14 8:00 a.m. Park Center friendly games. Which group will have the most fun? A
201 M -F June 14 10:30 a.m. Park Center "cool" pool party on the last day tops off your adventure.
Swim and "ride the slide" each day. Bring your swimsuit and
KID'S FISHING CONTEST - June 26 towel each day. Bring your lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday.
Something fishy is going on at Earle Brown Days Festival! A cookout is planned for Thursday. Snacks & beverages
Join us from 10 a.m. — 11:45 a.m. on Sat., June 26, Shingle provided each day. Camp will be conducted at Central Park
Creek near community center. Prizes awarded for first, and the community center. Drop off children at the
second and third place in four different fish categories. community center at 8:40 a.m. & pick them up at 3:30 p.m.
FREE! Check in begins at 9:45 a.m. next to the community Deadline to register August 6, space permitting. No refunds
center parking lot near the tennis courts. Bring your own rod after August 6. Registration Fee $59.00/3 Days.
and reel and bait. For ages 12 and under. Parents should # Days Begins Time Location
accompany children. Sponsored by BrookPark Dental Center. 126 T,W,Th Aug. 5 8:40 a.m. Community Center
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22 " Annual Brooklyn Center
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Thursday, June 24 Saturday, June 26
PARADE, 6:30 p.m. start time ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR, 9 a.m. — 9:30 p.m.
59 & Dupont to 69` & Dupont. Band competition, Central Park. Handcrafted items, original artwork,
floats, marching & novelty. Band ceremony after parade fabulous food vendors and door prizes.
at Evergreen Soccer Field. Sponsored by Brooklyn
Center Lions.
KID'S FISHING CONTEST, 10 —11:45 a.m.
Friday, June 25 Shingle Creek. Ages 12 & under. Prizes. Sponsored by
*YOUTH GOLF TOURNAMENT, 9 a.m. start time BrookPark Dental. Check -in 9:45 a.m.
Centerbrook Golf Course. Cost $10 /person, includes
greens fees, refreshments and prizes. Ages 8 -17.
Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Lions Club and REMAX TENNIS CARNIVAL, Noon — 2 p.m.
Associates Plus. Central Park Tennis Courts. All ages invited! Prizes!
Racquets and balls furnished. Sponsored by hmerCity
*MINI 500 TOURNAMENT, 12:30 p.m. start time Tennis.
Community Center. Cost $3 /person, includes coffee,
treats, expenses and prizes. Noon check -in.
FAMILY FUN & GAMES, 2 — 4 p.m.
Central Park. Water balloon toss, penny scramble, shoe
*POOLSIDE BARBEQUE, 1 -3 p.m. kick, relay races. Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Rotary.
Community Center. Grilled hotdogs, chips & lemonade
for $1.50. Regular pool and water slide admission
prices. MIDNIGHT BREEZE CONCERT, 7 —10 p.m.
Central Park. Food and arts & crafts vendors. Featuring
ICE CREAM SOCIAL, 6:30 p.m. Dale Greenwald.
Brookdale Center. Sponsored by Brookdale Center &
Molly's Creamery.
FIREWORKS, 10 p.m.
TEEN STREET DANCE, 7:30 —10 p.m. Central Park. Spectacular! Food vendors! Sponsored by
Hmong American Shopping Center. Ages 12 -17. Brooklyn Center Fire Relief.
Refreshments sold. Sponsored by Hmong American In case of inclement weather, fireworks will be held
Shopping Center. on Sunday, June 27, 10 p.m.
EVENT SITES:
Brooklyn Center Central Park & Community Center – 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brookdale Center – Hwy. 100 & County Rd. 10
Centerbrook Golf Course – 5500 North Lilac Drive
Hmong American Shopping Center – 1980 57` Avenue North
*Denotes Admission Fee! Other Earle Brown Days Festival Events Free!
Earle Brown Days – (763) 569 -3400 or www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
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2004
Brookfyn Center _
In a EAtertainment ik 4
Sponsored by
Brookfyn Center Lions CCud
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 22 Wally Olson Band
Old time, modern, variety
Tuesday, June 29 Brooklyn Community Band
Traditional band music
Tuesday, July 6 No Concert
Tuesday, July 13 Northeast Community Band
Marches, patriotic and other great band music
Tuesday, July 20 Brooklyn Center Children's Dance Program
Children perform tap, ballet & jazz routines
Tuesday, July 27 Joe Brough Band
Entertaining music of the 40's — 90's
Tuesday, August 3 Reuben Ristrom Band
Dixieland jazz music
Schedule is subject to change.
Central Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
(located behind the community center & city hall)
Central Park is accessible to persons with disabilities.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
In case of rain, program will be held in
Constitution Hall at the community center.
_ Questions, call (763) 569 -3400. —
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rENTERBRQOK GOLF COURSE
BROOKLYN CENTER 5500 N Lilac Dr
(across Hwy. 100 from Brookdale Mall)
(763) 561 -3239
Open to the public! Reservations taken!
Club rental! Snack bar! Company parties! Tournaments invited!
GOLF LESSONS — Enjoy golf' Take lessons from our professional staff. Centerbrook Golf Course offers a
wide range of lessons designed for all abilities, beginners to experienced players. Below is a list of golf activities
for June and July. Registration is on a first -come, first -served basis.
BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS
Swing into summer with easy and fun golf lessons. One
FREE round of golf is included. Limited to 8 golfers,
minimum of 5. Bring a 9 iron or wedge to the first class or we YOUTH BASIC FUNDAMENTAL -
will furnish you with clubs. Classes meet twice a week for CLASSES
one hour. Registration Fee 60.00/5 Lessons. Learn to play golf the right way with these easy
# Days Begins Time Location and fun lessons just for juniors, ages 8 and up.
11 T &TH June 8 10:30 a.m. Centerbrook Minimum 5, maximum 8 golfers per class. Bring
12 T &TH June 8 6:30 p.m. Centerbrook your clubs or we will provide clubs for the
13 T &TH June 8 7:30 p.m. Centerbrook lessons. One FREE round of golf is included.
14 T &TH Jul 6 10:30 a.m. Centerbrook
July Classes meet for one hour. Lessons held at
15 T &TH July 6 6:30 p.m. Centerbrook Centerbrook. Registration Fee $32.00/3 Lessons.
16 T &TH July 6 7:30 p.m. Centerbrook # Days Dates Time
17 M &W July 26 10:30 a.m. Centerbrook 20 Tues. June 15; Thurs. June 17; Tues. June 22 — 5:30 p.m.
18 M &W July 26 5:30 p.m. Centerbrook 21 Tues. June 15; Wed. June 16; Thurs. June 17 — 9:00 a.m.
19 M &W July 26 6:30 p.m. Centerbrook 22 Tues. July 6; Wed. July 7; Thurs. July 8 — 9:00 a.m.
23 Tues. July 6; Thurs. July 8; Tues. July 13 — 5:30 p.m.
INTERMEDIATE GOLF LESSONS
Prerequisite is Basic Fundamental Golf Lessons. This class is
for golfers who need a refresher on consistency and
confidence. Golfers will draw from fundamental techniques YOUTH GOLF TOURNAMENT — Friday, June 25
already learned. Classes formed as requested. Limit 6 golfers, Golfers ages 8 through 17 are invited to participate in the 3`
minimum of 5. One FREE round of golf is included. Annual Earle Brown Days Youth Golf Tournament at
Registration Fee $60.00/5 Lessons. Centerbrook. Tee times beginning at 9:00 a.m. Cost is
# Day Begins Time Location $10.00 /person and includes greens fees, donut, juice, hot
10 To be arranged — Call (763) 561 -3239 dog, chips, pop, and prizes! Some of the games will be
closest to the pin, longest putt, and flights. Please register at
PRIVATE LESSONS Centerbrook Clubhouse in person, no mail -in registration.
Private lessons are offered. Time of lessons to be scheduled Tee time will be assigned when you register. Sponsored by
with instructor. Registration Fee $30.00 per half hour or Brooklyn Center Lions Club, Karen Youngberg, REMAX
$40.00 per hour. Associates Plus and Centerbrook.
# Day Begins Time Location
9 To be arranged — Call (763) 561 -3239
GOLF CARTS
Golf cart rental is available for $10.00. PASSBOOK & INDIVIDUAL ROUND RATES
Attention League Members & Golfers: Save money! Buy our
10 round passbook. (Save price of one round of golf by
purchasing a passbook.)
GIFT CERTIFICATES Passbook Rates: Jr. /Sr. - $90.00, Adult - $99.00
Weekend - $103.50
Gift certificates are available at Centerbrook Golf Course and Individual Rates: Jr. /Sr. - $10.00, Adult - $11.00
may be purchased for any amount. They can be used for golf Weekend - $11.50
lessons, passes or merchandise.
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Outdoor Activities
KID'S BEGINNING TENNIS TEEN TENNIS LEAGUE
® LESSONS Boys & girls ages 12 -18. Must have previous tennis
Grades 3 -6. Learn forehand, backhand, experience and be able to sustain a rally with forehand &
serving, court rules, etiquette and scoring. backhand, return serves, be somewhat consistent on volleys &
Bring a racquet; balls furnished. Classes meet able to keep score. Matches played against players of similar
twice a week for 3 weeks. Classes 1 hour. rating. May include matches in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn
Beg. #'s 359, 360; Inter. #361. Registration Fee $24.00/6 Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, & Plymouth. You
Sessions. are responsible for your own transportation to practices &
# Days Begins Time Location matches. Fee includes league play & T -shirt. Bring one can of
359 M &W June 21 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Park Wilson or Penn tennis balls to first practice. Register by June
360 M &W July 19 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Park 1, space permitting. 8 to 12 players required to form team. If
361 M &W July 19 11:45 a.m. West Palmer Park less than 8, players will be combined with New Hope team.
Fee $43.00.
TEEN TENNIS LESSONS # Days Begins Time Location
367 M &W June 14 1 -4 p.m. Various Courts
Grades 7 -12. Learn basic ground strokes, serves and volley
techniques. Bring a racquet; balls furnished. Classes meet
twice a week for 3 weeks for 1 hour. Beginning #362; ADULT TENNIS LEAGUES
Intermediate #363. Registration Fee $24.00/6 Sessions. Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, i
# Days Begins Time Location New Hope and Robbinsdale adult tennis
362 M &W June 21 5:05 p.m. BCHS leagues for intermediate and advanced
363 M &W July 19 5:05 p.m. BCHS players. Starts week of June 10. Evening
leagues play once a week for 7 -10 weeks.
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS Courts assigned in above listed communities
Intermediate - must have previous lessons; be familiar with dependent on league participants. Players
basic swings, serves & etiquette. Bring racquet; balls receive a schedule for matches, which can be
furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Classes I changed by calling opponent & making arrangements to play
hour. Beginning #364; Intermediate #365. Reg. Fee $24.00/6 another day or time. Forfeit/no show policy means not
Sessions. contacting your opponent. After two reported times, you will
# Days Begins Time Location be removed from league. *For mixed doubles register with a
364 M &W June 21 6:10 p.m. BCHS partner. * *Women's doubles a new partner will be assigned
365 M &W July 19 6:10 p.m. BCHS each week & a staff member on -site during matches. Fee
$14.00 /person for #'s 368 & 370; $20.00 /couple for #369 and
BROOKLYN CENTER $28.00 /person for #371. May 23 deadline.
TENNIS LESSON , �_Q # League Days Time
CLASS LOCATIONS 368 Women's Singles Tues. 6:00 p.m.
BCHS, Brooklyn Center High School, 65th & Humboldt - -- -- - - -- - — -
Evergreen Park Courts, 72nd & Bryant Ave N 369 Mixed Doubles* Wed. 6:00 p.rn.
West Palmer Park Courts, 72nd & W Palmer Lake Dr 370 Men's Singles Thurs. 6:00 p.m.
371 Women's Doubles ** Tues. /Thurs. 6:00 p.m.
SENIOR TENNIS PLAYERS CLUB - STPC
Over 1600 senior members, from beginners to pros. Free
lessons for beginners. Grayce (952) 938 -9097 or Ron (952)
829 -7530.
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JUNIOR HIGH GIRLS SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL SENIOR HIGH GIRLS SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL
Girls ages 15 & under in grades 7 -9 as of Aug. 31, 2004. For girls 18 & under in grades 10 -12 as of Aug. 31, 2004.
Games played Tues. and/or Thurs. evenings, Maple Grove Games played Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings in Maple
starting June 3. Some weeks may include two games or Grove starting June 3. Some weeks may include two games or
double- headers. Register by May 5 at New Hope Recreation, double- headers. Register by May 5 at New Hope Recreation,
4401 Xylon Ave N, (763) 531 -5150. Fee $40.00/10 Games. 4401 Xylon Ave N, (763) 531 -5150. Fee $40.00/10 Games.
Volunteer coaches needed. Volunteer coaches needed.
Days Begins Time Location Days Begins Time Location
T &TH June 3 Evenings Maple Grove T &TH June 3 Evenings Maple Grove
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Outdoor Activities continued
22 "d Annual Men's Major NIT
DUDLEY /BUDWEISER MMMSOTA CLASSIC
Sponsored By EASTON 1
June 18, 19, 20, 2004
Watch our state softball teams compete against national powers for a berth in the USSSA World Series.
Brooklyn Center Central Park. Admission: $7 /weekend pass; $3 /day. For information, call (763) 569- 3400.A
BROOKLYN CENTER YOUTH FOOTBALL BROOKLYN AREA SOCCER LEAGUES
Ages 5 -12 (before Sept. 1, 2004) interested in learning and Brooklyn Center & Brooklyn Park, along with BPAA have
playing football. Registration is Sat., July 10, 17 or 24 from joined together. Registration accepted from Brooklyn Center
10 a.m. to Noon, Wed., July 14 & 21, 6 -8 p.m. at Brooklyn & Brooklyn Park residents for soccer, allowing Brooklyn
Center Community Center. Copy of birth certificate required. Center youth opportunity for soccer instruction and league
Fee: $45 for first household member and $25 each additional play, which focuses on skill development and an opportunity
player. We have equipment to lease on a first -come, first- to play games. Flyers distributed at schools and in local
served basis. Complete set of gear leases for $20 (plus newspapers. Registration Fee: U6 -U7 - $50.00; U8 -U18 -
refundable deposit of $75.) Each family is asked to participate $55.00. BPAA web page: http: / /www.bpaasports.org/
in annual fundraiser available at registration. For further info, soccer. Register at Brooklyn Park Activity Center, Senior
e -mail woods287 @hotmail.com. Citizens Rm, 5600 85` Ave. N. on Tues., May 4, 7 -9 p.m.;
Wed., May 12, 7 -9 p.m.; Sat. May 15, 10 a.m. -1 p.m.; or
Thurs., May 20, 7 -9 p.m.
LACROSSE CLINICS
Learn the fastest growing sport in the US and the newest high school varsity sport for girls. Camps based on the
m, philosophy of providing all children with the opportunity to develop skills in a fun, safe, non - competitive
environment. Note: Rain outs will be made up. Register for LACROSSE CLINICS at Crystal Recreation Dept.,
4800 N Douglas Drive, Crystal, (763) 531 -0052. Register at least one week before camp is scheduled to start.
Clinics meet at Lions Valley Place Park, 32 and Jersey Ave N or Northwood Park, 38"' & Boone in Crystal.
Intro to Lacrosse For Boys and Girls Lacrosse Skills Clinic For Girls
Learn to catch, throw, scoop and cradle through non - contact For girls ages 9 -15 who have some lacrosse experience. Basic
lacrosse. Stick and ball provided. Players are asked to bring a skills taught to new players while experienced players
large water bottle, sunscreen, snack and a great attitude! improve on basic skills and learn girls lacrosse rules and team
Registration Fee $27.00/2 classes. concept. Bring mouth guard, water bottle, sunscreen & snack.
-- - -- - Sticks provided. Registration Fee $27.00/2 classes.
Dates Location Time Ages
` Dates Location Time
Ju ne 28 -29 Northwood 1-4 p.m. 6 -15
June 30 — July 1 Lions V a ll ey 1-4 p.m.
June 28 -29 Lions Valley 6 -8:30 p.m. 6 -15
July 21 -22 Lions Valley 1-4 p.m.
July 19 -20 Lions Valley 9 a.m.— Noon 6 -9 - - - -- -
July 19 -20 Lions Valley 1 -4 p.m August 9 -10 Lions Valley 1-4 p.m. . 10 -15 _.._
August 11 -12 Lions Vall 6 -8:30 p.m.
Lacrosse Skills Clinic For Boys
For boys ages 8 -15 who have some lacrosse experience. Basic Soft Lacrosse Play For Boys and Girls
skills taught to new players while experienced players For ages 6 -15. You've learned the skills now practice your
improve on the basic skills and learn boys lacrosse rules and skills in a scrimmage situation. Players will be divided into
team concept. This is a full contact sport. Bring equipment teams upon arrival. Lacrosse Unlimited staff will be on site to
(hockey equipment is fine) shoulder pads, gloves, elbow pads, organize the teams and supervise play. Players are asked to
helmet, mouth guard, water bottle, sunscreen, and snack. bring a large water bottle, sunscreen, and a great attitude.
Sticks provided. Registration Fee $27.00/2 classes. Registration Fee: $17.00/2 classes.
Dates Location Time Dates Location Time
June 30 — July 1 Lions Valley 1 -4 p.m. July 19 -20 Lions Valley 6 -8 p.m.
July 21 -22 Lions Valley 1 -4 p.m. July 21 -22 Lions Valley 10 a.m. — Noon
August 9 -10 Lions Valley 1 -4 p.m. August 9 -10 Lions Valley 6 -8 p.m.
August 11 -12 Lion Valley 6 -8:30 p.m. August 11 -12 Lions Valley 1 - p.m.
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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 and experience a host of
remarkable recreational activities. Motor coach buses are used for day outings. All trip costs include the transportation fee.
The bus departs and returns to Brooklyn Center Community Center. (For most trips, bus also picks up at Brooklyn Park, Crystal
& New Hope. Please register at the location where you plan on boarding the bus.) A bus hostess or escort accompanies all the
trips. REGISTRATION for the trips is now in progress by mail, in person, or phone with Visa or MasterCard. When
registering for someone else, it is important to have the correct spelling of his or her name, correct address and telephone
number. Deadline dates listed are on a space - permitting basis only. Refunds given only if the trip is canceled or a substitute can
be found to take your place. FOR PERSONS TRAVELING ALONE — Would you like to go on some of our day outings but
hesitate to sign up? The Community Tripster staff would like to help put you in touch with others. If you are interested in finding
out more, call Kathy at (763) 569 -3405.
_.--" We've got your ticket for summer fun!
May 25 — Menomonie, Wisconsin — July 20 — Cruising the Rivers — We'll start by heading
The day will start with a tour of the historic to Red Wing to board the "Grand Duchess" for an afternoon
Wilson Place Mansion. Each room is cruise up the Mighty Mississippi and the beautiful St. Croix
adorned with antique pieces, lace, velvet, Rivers. This luxury ship is climate controlled and fully
and fine china. This Victorian mansion was accessible. Once on our way, we will be treated to lunch on
the home of the three original lumber baron families of board. Menu entails an entree, salads, rolls & butter, potato or
Captain William Wilson, founder of Menomonie. From there rice, vegetable, dessert, and beverages. During the afternoon
we will head over to Olde Towne for lunch. The menu enjoy cruising past Diamond Bluff, a Wildlife Refugee,
includes stuffed pork loin, with dressing, salad, mashed Prescott, Afton, St. Mary's Point, and Lake St. Croix.
potatoes, gravy, bread, vegetable, dessert, and coffee, tea or Appreciate the natural beauty and wildlife that can only be
milk. Following lunch, we will hear about the creation of the experienced by boat! Cost $41 /person includes lunch, tours,
Old Towne project and the "Streets of Yesteryear ". Take this tax, gratuities, motor coach, and escort. Approximate time is
chance to see mingled pieces of Menomonie's historic 11 a.m. — 6 p.m. June 25, registration deadline. Trip # 610.
architecture and artifacts from the early 1900's. *Due to
ongoing renovations of Wilson Place Mansion, the historic
Mabel Tainter Theater may be substituted. Cost $50 /person
includes lunch, tours, tax, gratuities, motor coach and escort.
Approximate time 8:15 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. April 30,
registration deadline. Trip #606.
June 16 — Inspirations in Iowa — The first stop is in
Albert Lea for coffee & Danish, then to Alogna a P.O.W.
Base Cape during WWII. Special permission has been granted August 19 — Minnesota Centennial Showboat
for out of state groups to view a Nativity Scene display made Mousetrap — The suspenseful tale will leave audience
by a detainee of the camp. The story of the camp will be told members on the edge of their seats as guests at Monkswell
by a local resident, how it came to be and the connection to Manor attempt to solve a murder mystery. "Trapped" by a
the network throughout the Midwest. Next stop is the snowstorm one guest is strangled. A killer in their midst
Carnegie Tea Room for lunch. The menu consists of a leaves all to wonder, "Who is next ?" Finger pointing ensues
chicken luncheon special with rice, vegetable, bread and a as each guest suspects the other. And only after the plot
beverage. After lunch we will visit the Grotto of the thickens with an unexpected twist is the true murder revealed
Redemption, located in West Bend, Iowa. The area is a in classic Agatha Christie style. Continuing a Showboat
composite of the nine separate rock grottos, each portraying a tradition, the cast of Mousetrap will also be performing
scene in the life of Christ. Father Paul Dobberstein worked 42 "olios." To lighten the air from the seriousness of the play,
years setting ornamental rocks and gems into concrete olios are whimsical, musical interludes before and after
creating the Grotto, which has an estimated value of scenes. An audience favorite, olios feature elaborate costumes
$2,500,000. There will be a mid - afternoon rest stop en -route and entertaining tunes about romance, nostalgia and female
back to the cities where you may purchase beauty. We will have a catered dinner by D'Amicos before the
�; refreshments on your own. Cost $51 /person show and the performance. Cost $44 /person includes dinner
` includes motor coach, morning coffee stop, on the showboat, theater, tax, gratuity, motor coach and
lunch, tax, gratuities and escort. Approximate escort. Approximate time 10:45 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. July 16,
time 7:30 a.m. — 7:30 p.m. May 28, registration deadline. Trip #611.
registration deadline. Trip #607.
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Community Tripsters continued
September 9 — Augusta Amish Tour —Come Sen A A ctivities
with us to see the beautiful countryside around
Augusta, Wisconsin. Upon arriving, we will stop at the Wood - - –'
Shed, a unique country store featuring Amish crafted quilts, If you have any questions about the programs listed below or
wall hangings, baskets, rugs, dolls, and beautiful furniture. on page 32, call Kathy, Program Supervisor, (763) 569 -3405.
Next, a local guide will take us into the countryside where
over one hundred Amish families are settled. They are a SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION
living link with the past through their visible authentic FRIDAY, APRIL 30.
lifestyle. See them working the fields with horse teams. At A special time has been set aside for persons 62 years and
Black Bear Supper Club enjoy roasted chicken, potatoes,
gravy, vegetable, salads, bread, beverage and dessert. Next is older who want to register for adult activities listed in this
the Dells Mill for a guided tour of a 19'' century water brochure. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Registration begins
powered flour and gristmill. There will be a sing -a -long of immediately at the customer service desk.
civil war ballads and demonstration of the loading and firing Beginning Monday, May 3 at 9:30 a.m. you may register by
of an authentic muzzle Kentucky long rifle. On the ride home mail or over the phone (763) 569 -3400
there will be an optional stop for snacks on your own. Cost
$50 /person includes lunch, tours, tax, gratuities, motor coach with Visa or MasterCard.
and escort. Approximate time 7:30 a.m. — 6 p.m. Aug. 20,
registration deadline. Trip #612. SENIOR HAPPENINGS
September 22 — Chanhassen — Annie — Don't miss Is a newsletter sponsored by Brooklyn Center Community
this superb musical. Cost $50 /person. Aug. 31, registration Activities, Recreation & Services Dept. The "Senior
deadline. Trip #613. Happenings" tells activities going on at the clubs, in the
community and outings offered. As a result of the current
October 26 - The Minnesota Zephyr– We'll travel to the State budget shortfall, the newsletter is no longer being sent
historic city of Stillwater to out free. If you would like the newsletter mailed to you, we
board The Minnesota Zephyr, are asking for $1.50 to help defray expenses for remaining
an elegant 1940's era dinner issues in 2004. Please send check made payable to City of
train and "travel back in time ". Brooklyn Center along with your name, address, zip code &
The 15 -mile journey will parallel the St. Croix River, swing phone number. Indicate this is for Senior Happenings. If you
through Dutchtown, along scenic Brown's Creek, climbing up prefer, you may pick up a copy at the community center each
over 250 feet and then onward to Duluth Junction before time it is published. The current issue is for April – May.
beginning our trip back. During this relaxing rides, we will Questions, call Kathy at (763) 569 -3405.
enjoy a wonderful three- course luncheon which includes a
combination salad with vinaigrette dressing, stuffed pork TRANSPORTATION
chop with sage dressing in rich burgundy mushroom gravy, •Five Cities Senior Transportation Program
raspberry swirl cheesecake, coffee or tea. Other beverages Rita DeBruyn - Mon. - Fri .......................... (763) 531 -1274
may be purchased. Upon returning to the depot, there will be Reservations - Mon. - Fri ....... ..........................(763) 531 -1259
time to browse through the depot and museum before *Transportation is offered for persons 60 years and older.
boarding the bus for home. Cost $53 /person includes lunch, Mini - coaches provide transportation to senior club programs
train trip, tax, gratuity, motor coach and escort. Approximate at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, grocery shopping,
time 10:30 a.m. — 3 p.m. September 29, registration and major shopping excursions from Brooklyn Center
deadline. Trip #614. apartment complexes and homes. A monthly schedule is
available. No one is denied a ride due to the inability to pay.
St. Croix Casino "Fund" Excursions — Please support The suggested donation is $2.50 per round trip with the
these "Fund" excursions; the $5 charge for each trip goes convenient punch pass card or $3.00 cash. Punch cards are
toward helping support senior programs in Brooklyn Center. available in $10 or $20 amounts and may be purchased from
Join escort Len, for a fun, relaxing and scenic ride through the driver with cash or check payable: Laidlaw Transit. Make
western Wisconsin to St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake. You your reservation a minim of two working days ahead
will be treated to juice and a donut on the bus. Bring your between 8 a.m. & 3 p.m. Punch passes make great gifts from
friends – open to all adults! If you have a TLC Club card your family or to give to a friend.
number, include it when registering. Cost $5 /person for each
trip, includes juice, donut, transportation, escort & $5 in ■Elder Express Transportation
quarters to spend at casino. Approx. time 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. Staff ..................Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. (763) 529 -1252
Park at north end of the Brooklyn Center Community Center. Answering Machine ............... ..........................(763) 529 -1252
Monday, May 17 (Leave your name, phone number, date, location and time of
Registration deadline May 7. Trip #605. appointment.) On the ride home, the final pick up is 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 22 ■Transportation for senior adults to medical and dental
Registration deadline, June 11. Trip #608 appointments in Brooklyn Center or North Memorial Hospital
Tuesday, August 3 and their affiliated clinics. A donation of $3 and $5 per round
Registration deadline July 23. Trip #609. trip is suggested.
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Senior Adult Activities continued
SOCIAL CLUBS TUESDAY EXPLORERS
Both clubs meet at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Feel adventurous? On Tues., May 4 explore the "The
Shingle Creek Parkway. Transportation is available through Shoppes at Arbor Lakes " in a new area in Maple Grove.
Five Cities. See Transportation. Spend the afternoon browsing over 50 upscale national
retailers, local boutiques, fine restaurants & casual eateries
Leisure Time Drop In along expansive landscaped pathways. Enjoy a leisurely
We invite adults 55 and over to join us on Wednesdays from lunch, or pick up a quick bite. All costs on your own. Sept. 7
11 a.m. — 2 p.m. Come, bring your lunch and have a fun takes us to Albertville Outlet Mall. Reservation deadline is
afternoon. Coffee & tea provided. Everyone contributes $1/ the Tues. before each trip. Pick up at Robbinsdale or Crystal
week to the kitty, which pays for supplies, refreshments & Community Centers. Approx. time 9:15 a.m. – 2 p.m.
prizes. Birthdays are celebrated the first Wed. of each month
with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone except TREASURE SEEKERS
those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The second Love searching for that "gotta have" treasure? Join us on
Wed. is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two top scores, Friday, June 4, when we travel to White Bear Lake's quaint
non- player and a drawing. The last Wed. features "Crary" shops. August 6, we shop in downtown Hopkins. Pickup at
Progressive 500. Partners are not required to play cards. Crystal Community Center. Reservation deadline is the
Brooklyn Supper Club Friday before each trip. Approx. time 9:00 a.m.
Brooklyn Supper Club meets on the 3` Friday night of WITH SENIORS IN MIND
each month. All persons 55 years and older are May 11 we will go to the MN History Center for the "With
welcome with advanced paid reservations. Evening includes a Seniors in Mind" program AN in the Mail: A Postcard Virtual
delicious dinner, special activities — Bingo, Bunco, movies Tour followed by lunch in their Minnesota Cafe. Curator
& entertainment. Cost is $6.00 for members; $7.00 for non-
Bonnie Wilson will take you on an odyssey of discovering
members. Join us on May 21 for dinner, socializing and MN through the sights &sounds of postcards. Each card has
entertainment. Paid reservations are due by May 14. Social messages, both visual &written that portray the state and its
at 5:30 p.m. Call (763) 569 -3405 for information &menu. people over the past 100 years. Reservation deadline April
30. July 13, see the Magnificent Panorama. Take a grand
COME FOR LUNCH ...STAY FOR BRIDGE excursion back in time to summer 1850 & witness this
Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly theatrical pastiche produced by Historic Murphy's Landing.
afternoon of "Bridge for Fun" at Earle Brown Terrace, 6100 Gripping dialogue, touching scenes and rollicking political
Summit Dr. N. We play the first Thursday of each month at humor are all part of the popular 19 s century entertainment
1:00 p.m. This activity is open to the public. For information, With music, narration &revolving life size paintings of MN
call (763) 569 -3405. Participants are invited to have lunch in River scenes. Reservation deadline June 29. No charge for
their lovely dining room from Noon - 1 p.m. The reasonably attending, lunch is on your own. Bring a bag lunch or enjoy a
priced daily special includes sandwich, accompaniment, 10 /o discount at Cafe MN and museum stores. Bus pick up at
beverage, tax & gratuity. For information or reservation, call Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6 or more people.
(763) 560 -6829. Approximate time 9 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. If minimum is not met,
participants may choose a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
Free screening is done at the following areas: FORUM AND THE FORK
Brooklyn Center Community Center On April 29, the day starts at the Westminster Presbyterian
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Church, Mpls. with an organ concert followed by Nathan
First Wednesday of the month, 10 -11:00 a.m. Dungan, a national expert on family finances whose book,
West Fire Station Prodigal Sons & Material Girls: How Not to Be Your Child's
6250 Brooklyn Blvd. ATM, gives parents advice on how to raise financially savvy
Tuesday - Friday, 8 - 10 p.m., and responsible children. Kids are bombarded by
Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. sophisticated marketing messages while their parents are
taking on increasing amounts of consumer debt. Lunch is at
AFTERNOON HIGH TEA — NEW Milda's where you will receive an individual check including
Join us Monday, July 12 at 2 p.m. for a tax & gratuity. Register at least one week before the forum.
delightful afternoon tea with the Buckets The bus picks up at the Brooklyn Center Community Center
(pronounced Bouquet) "Keeping Up with 6 or more people. Approximate time 10:35 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Appearances" style. This is our version of the British comedy If the minimum is not met, participants will be given the
shown on Channel 2. Bring your favorite teacup and saucer choice of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up.
(extras will be available) and wear a hat and white gloves, if
you wish. You'll be surprised by who might drop by, maybe For the trips listed above, The 5 Cities Transportation
Hyacinth herself! Cost is $5 per person for tea sandwiches, Program provides transportation. To register, call (763) 531 -
cookies, other goodies, and, of course, tea. High Tea will be 1259. A transportation donation of $3.00 or one punch card
served at the Crystal Community Center. July 6, registration pass is requested. Space limited on all trips.
deadline at Crystal. For information call (763) 531 -0052.
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Communit Bulletin Board
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS FUN SUMMER JOBS
Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building Soccer instructor! T- ball /softball instructor! Summer Fun
and alcohol is not permitted. Two rooms are available for a Squad leader! Lifeguard! Swim instructor! Daytime and
variety of functions. To find out more about fees and evening hours available. For information about these
availability, call (763) 569 -3400. Room set -up, including positions, call Brooklyn Center Community Activities,
tables and chairs are included in the usage fee. For group pool Recreation, & Services Department, (763) 569 -3400.
rental information, call (763) 569 -3317.
Constitution Hall ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR — Exhibitor Applications
Constitution Hall is available for business and club meetings Be an exhibitor at the 15` annual Earle Brown Days Arts &
and private functions. This room is a great place to host a Crafts Fair! Sat., June 26, 9 a.m. to dusk in Central Park, 694
family reunion, shower, graduation or anniversary party. The & Shingle Creek Pkwy. Fee is $45 /space. Items must be
building may also be reserved for overnight functions. Room handcrafted. For form, call (763) 569 -3406 or check the
set -up, P.A. system, and use of the remodeled kitchen are city's website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org in the Earle
included in the usage fee. This unique room can Brown Days Festival section of Community Events.
accommodate up to 190 persons with banquet style seating
and 250 for lecture style. Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by
Philip Q. Cohen Community Room the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice.)
This new room located on the upper level of the community
center is available for small group functions. (Access to this BROOKDALE - HENNEPIN LIBRARY
level is by elevator or stairs.) Room capacity for theatre style 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway. The newly
seating is 80, classroom style at 30 and banquet style 50. renovated Library will open Sat., May 8. Grand
Included in the usage fee is a small service kitchen with sink, Spectacular glass exterior walls and a "top Re- opening!
coffee pots and refrigerator. hat" entrance rotunda are sure to make the new
and improved Brookdale Library a community
landmark! An additional 22,000 square feet, for a total of
53,155 square feet, and more than 45,000 new books and
[ra ROGRAM &CLASS LOCATIONS materials. Highlights include: materials arranged in
information neighborhoods for ease of use; the largest
Park – 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway children's area in suburban Hennepin County; story room with
nity Center – 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway lighted constellations in domed ceiling; a 32 -foot tall
rown Terrace – 6100 Summit Dr N whimsical sculpture by artist Christopher Tully; a 20 -foot
en Football Field – 71 & Dupont dragon shelving children's books & more surprises. Programs
en Park – 72 Bryant N for children and families. Call for information at (952) 847 -
Park – 61 & Kyle N 5600. Library hours: Mon. — Thurs. 1 0 a.m. — 9 p.m.; Fri.
iew Junior High – 69` & Zane Ave 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
ort Park & Soccer Field – 55` & Sailor Lane
enter High School – 7300 Brooklyn Boulevard ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY ED
ossings /Brookwood – 6125 N Lilac Dr ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS
The Robbinsdale Comm. Ed Center/Windows of Opportunity
program offers recreation, education & support programs and
classes for adults with disabilities. Info (763) 504 -8390 or for
MOMS CLUB OF BROOKLYN CENTER hearing impaired use the MN Relay Service by dialing 711.
MOMS Club is a national nonprofit organization specifically
for at -home mothers. It helps you feel good about your SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH
decision to stay home with your children and gives you DISABILITIES
opportunity to share activities with other at -home mothers &
their children. The Brooklyn Center MOMS Club has daytime CEAP offers chore service and home delivered meals to
meetings with interesting speakers and discussions, park play eligible individuals who are over 60 and any person of any
days, playgroups for preschool children, babysitting coops, age with a disability living in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn
activity groups and a monthly MOMS night out. We perform Park, North Mpls /Camden area, 44th Ave N on up and
service projects to help needy children in our community. Champlin, east of 169. Volunteers deliver hot meals at noon
New members welcome. Call Aimee at (763) 503 -6885. Mon. -Fri. Call Robin for info. Handy Works Senior Chore
Program includes lawn care, minor home repairs,
ADAPTIVE RECREATION housekeeping & clean up. Workers are independent
contractors who are screened and whose references are
REACH is an agency serving individuals with development thoroughly checked. Their name is added to list of workers
disabilities. Due to budget cuts in Brooklyn Center, and referred to you when you call Annetta for service at (763)
participants are considered non - residents. For complete 566 -9600. You pay worker when job is completed. Suggested
information, call (952) 988 -4178. rate $12/hour. (Subsidy funds available according to income.)
Recreation Brochure 33 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
A atic Activitie
Registration begins Saturday, May 1. Numbers handed out at 8:30 a.m. Registration follows
immediately. Indicate your child's swim level on registration form. If you have questions about swim
activities or what level to place your child, call Kirsten or Natalie at (763) 569 -3317.
!1
SWIM LESSON LEVELS PRESCHOOL AND —
CHILDREN SWIM LESSONS =
American Red Cross Swim Lessons. For children ages 4 and American Red Cross classes for
older. For day and time of lessons, see Preschool and children 4 years of age and older. Some children may be
Children Swim Lessons. tested the first day to assure correct swim level. Classes have
an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not
Level 1 . Water Exploration accompany child in water. Class #'s 400 -424 held at
Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath community center. Class #'s 425 -428 held at North View.
control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in Registration Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. Classes meet Monday- Friday for two weeks
# Day Begins Time Level
Level 2: Primary Skills 400 M -F June 21 9:00 a.m. 1 -7
Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl 401 M -F June 21 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 402 M -F June 21 10:10 a.m. 1 -7
along with rhythmic breathing. Students must pass level 1 or 403 M -F June 21 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
be able to float on their front and back independently. 404 M -F June 21 11:20 a.m. 1 -5
Level 3: Stroke Readiness 405 M -F July 12 9:00 a.m. 1 -7
Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke improvement. 406 M -F July 12 9:35 a.m. 1 -5
Whip kick and treading water are introduced. Must have the 407 M -F July 12 10:10 a.m. 1 -7
ability to swim 20 yards with both front and back crawl. 408 M -F July 12 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
409 M -F July 12 11:20 a.m. 1 -5
Level 4: Stroke Development
Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke and 410 M -F July 26 9:00 a.m. 1 -7
sidestroke kicks, along with safety skills. Students develop 411 M -F July 26 9:35 a.m. 1 -5
endurance and confidence in previously learned strokes. Must 412 M -F July 26 10:10 a.m. 1 -7
be able to swim 40 yards with both front & back crawl. 413 M -F July 26 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
414 M -F July 26 11:20 a.m. 1 -5
Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back 415 M -F Aug. 9 9:00 a.m. 1 -7
crawl and demonstrate the scissors kick. Students coordinate 416 M -F Aug. 9 9:35 a.m. 1 -5
and refine keystrokes. Butterfly kick is introduced. 417 M -F Aug. 9 10:10 a.m. 1 -7
418 M -F Aug. 9 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
Level 6: Skill Proficiency 419 M -F Aug. 9 11:20 a.m. 1 -5
Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke & sidestroke; 75 yards of Classes meet once a week for ten weeks
front & back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with 420 Tues. June 15 5:10 p.m. 1 -5
more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. 421 Tues. June 15 5:45 p.m. 1 -5
422 Tues. June 15 6:20 p.m. 1 -5
Level 7• • Advanced Skills 423 Tues. June 15 6:55 p.m. 1 -7
Must be able to swim 10 yards butterfly and 50 yards 424 Tues. June 15 7:30 p.m. 1 -7
breaststroke, sidestroke and 100 yards front and back crawl. Classes meet twice a week for five weeks
Students perfect strokes. An emphasis is placed on personal
safety and rescue skills. at North View
425 M &W July 12 4:00 p.m. 1-4
426 M &W July 12 4:35 p.m. 1-4
427 M &W July 12 5:10 p.m. 3 -7
428 M &W July 12 5:45 p.m. 1 -4 NEW
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 34 Recreation Brochure
Aquatic Activities continued
LIL' TOTS SWIM LESSONS PARENT AND TOT
Check out our class for your littlest swimmer specifically SWIM LESSONS
designed for their comfort level and needs! For children ages Water adjustment & beginning swim _
34. A great start to lessons! Limited to 4 participants per lessons for children 18 months to 3 years.
class. Registration Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. One parent must accompany the child in
Classes meet Monday- Friday for two weeks the water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Registration
# Day Begins Time Location Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
429 M -F June 21 10:10 a.m. Community Center Classes meet Monday- Friday for two weeks
430 M -F June 21 10:45 a.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
431 M -F July 12 9:00 a.m. Community Center 450 M -F June 21 9:00 a.m. Community Center
432 M -F July 12 10:10 a.m. Community Center 451 M -F July 12 10:10 a.m. Community Center
433 M -F July 26 10:10 a.m. Community Center 452 M -F July 26 11:20 a.m. Community Center
434 M -F July 26 11:20 a.m. Community Center 453 M -F Aug. 9 10:10 a.m. Community Center
435 M -F Aug. 9 10:10 a.m. Community Center Classes meet once a week for ten weeks
436 M -F Aug. 9 10:45 a.m. Community Center 454 Tues. June 15 5:45 p.m. Community Center
Classes meet twice a week for five weeks 455 Tues. June 15 6:20 p.m. Community Center
437 M &W July 12 5:10 p.m. North View
Classes meet once a week for ten weeks
438 Tues. June 15 5:10 p.m. Community Center
439 Tues. June 15 5:45 p.m. Community Center
440 Tues. June 15 6:55 p.m. Community Center ADULT & SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
Have you ever wanted to learn to swim or improve your
strokes? Men and women ages 16 and up. The focus is on
individual needs and everyone is welcome regardless of skill
e � JUNE JUMP START level. Registration Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Classes meet Monday- Friday for two weeks
Looking for a way to jump start I V Al # Days Begins Time Location
your swimming summer! Come NEW! 456 M -F June 21 11:20 a.m. Community Center
in for a mini session of lessons 457 M -F July 12 11:20 a.m. Community Center
before summer is in full swing. Brush 458 M -F July 26 11:20 a.m. Community Center
up on some past skills or learn new material. Choose your 459 M -F Aug. 9 11:20 a.m. Community Center
session format, two days during the week or four Saturday Classes meet once a week for ten weeks
mornings. Lessons are 45 minutes in length to jump start your # Day Begins Time Location
swim skills before the summer session. American Red Cross 460 Tues. June 15 7:30 p.m. Community Center
classes for children 4 years of age and older. Some children
may be tested the first day to assure correct swim level.
Classes have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents
do not accompany child in water. Classes held at Brooklyn ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
Center Community Center. Registration Fee $23.00/4 Both scheduled and by arrangement times available for
Lessons. individuals of all ages with physical or developmental
Classes meet twice a week for two weeks disabilities. Ratio one student/one instructor. Missed lessons
# Day Begins Time Level will not be made up. Registration Fee $70.00/10 Lessons.
441 M &W June 7 5:30 p.m. 1 -4 (Class #465 by arrangement only. Registration Fee $7.00
442 M &W June 7 6:30 p.m. 3 -7 for one 30 min. lesson.)
443 T &Th June 8 5:30 p.m. 1 -4 # Day Begins Time Location
444 T &Th June 8 6:30 p.m. 3 -7 461 M -F June 21 10:45 a.m. Community Center
Classes meet once a week for four weeks 462 M -F July 12 10:10 a.m. Community Center
445 Sat. June 5 9:30 a.m. 1 -4 463 M -F July 26 10:45 a.m. Community Center
446 Sat. June 5 10:30 a.m. 1 -4 464 M -F Aug. 9 10:45 a.m. Community Center
465 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at (763) 569 -3317
PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN SWIM
LESSONS
For children ages 3 -5. Classes held at Community Center. PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS - By Arrangement
Registration Fee $33.50/9 Lessons. No class July 3. Classes For all levels, children or adults. Must be at least 6 years old.
R
R min. Class ratio one student to one instructor. Missed lessons will
# Days Begins Time Level not be made up. Registration Fee $14.00 for one 30 minute
447 Sat. June 19 9:00 a.m. 1 and 2 lesson.
448 Sat. June 19 9:35 a.m. 1 and 2 # Day Begins Time Location
449 Sat. June 19 10:10 a.m. 2 and 3 466 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at (763) 569 -3317
Recreation Brochure 35 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Aquatic Activities continued
SPRINGBOARD DIVING WATER SAFETY AIDE
Learn forward and back approaches, setting the If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the place
board for spring, terms, positions and basic front ow to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming ability.
and back dives. Must be at level 4 swimming Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the
ability. Classes meet Monday — Friday for two weeks. instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with
Registration Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an
# Day Begins Time Location apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration
467 M -F June 21 11:20 a.m. Community Center Fee $64.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
468 M -F Aug. 9 11:20 a.m. Community Center Classes meet Monday - Friday for two weeks
# Days Begins Time Location
COMPETITIVE 474 M -F June 21 9:00 a.m. Community Center
For individuals who may be interested in joining a swim 475 M -F July 12 9:00 a.m. Community Center
team. Stroke analysis and development, speed turns and starts 476 M -F July 26 9:00 a.m. Community Center
and basic fitness will be emphasized. Minimum swim ability 477 M -F Aug. 9 9:00 a.m. Community Center
is level 6. Registration Fee $37.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 Classes meet once a week for ten weeks
min. 478 Tues. June 15 5:45 p.m. Community Center
# Days Begins Time Location LIFEGUARD TRAINING
469 M -F July 12 11:20 a.m. Community Center
470 M -F Aug. 9 11:20 a.m. Community Center Would you like to work at a pool? If so, this American Red
Cross Lifeguard Training class is for you! This course will
emphasize victim recognition, surveillance and equipment-
POP DIVING based rescues. Includes Standard First Aid and CPR for the
- _ Become a certified scuba diver! Fun and safety are Professional Rescuer. Must be 15 years old by last day of
emphasized. All equipment is provided. Open class and pass a pre- course test. Classes 6 hours. Registration
o water dives not included. Minimum age 12 and at Fee $165.00.
least swim level 3. Registration Fee $250.00/2 # Day Dates Time Location
Sessions. Classes 7 hours. Taught by certified 479 M -F June 14 -18 12:30 p.m. Community Center
scuba instructors. Class #471 pick up your 480 M -F July 19 -23 12:30 p.m. Community Center
materials on June 5, 9 a.m.; class #472, pick up your materials 481 M -F Aug. 16 -20 10:00 a.m. Community Center
on July 3, 9 a.m.
# Days Dates Time Location Group Rental Information
471 Sat &Sun June 26 -27 8:30 a.m. Community Center For information on rental costs and availability,
472 Sat &Sun July 24 -25 8:30 a.m. Community Center call Kirsten or Natalie at (763) 569 -3317.
Community Center Pool & Water Slide
GUARD START: LIFEGUARDING TOMORROW Looking for an idea for your group's next gathering? Try a
For youth ages 12 -14. Get a jump -start into Lifeguard pool rental! Try the wild 150' water slide, high dive, diving
Training! Must be able to swim the front crawl continuously boards, water volleyball and more!
for 25 yards, tread water for one minute and submerge and North View Pool Rental
swim a distance of 10 feet underwater. All materials are For an exclusive pool party, try North View Junior High
included in the fee. Registration Fee $65.00/3 Lessons. Pool at 69 & Zane Ave N. It is available for rental for
Classes 4 hours. groups of all sizes. Lifeguards provided for rentals.
# Days Begins Time Location Reservation requested a minimum of two weeks in advance.
473 M,W,F July 26 12:30 p.m. Community Center
DOLPMV RDMWA YPARTYPACKAGE FOR aM0RBNI p
For children ages 14 & under. Adult making birthday reservation is responsible for supervising party. Room limit
25 including supervising parents. Reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance. A $20.00 NON-
REFUNDABLE DOWN PAYMENT IS REQUIRED TO HOLD A RESERVATION. Visa & MasterCard
accepted. To make a reservation, call (763) 569 -3400 Mon. -Fri. between 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pool admission for
adults and youth 15 & older are not included in birthday party package. Minimum height to go down water slide
is 52 ". Children who are less than 52" and wish to use water slide must demonstrate proficiency in front crawl or be
accompanied by an adult. You may bring commercially prepared or store bought cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no
red, orange or grape dye) and/or order pizza from restaurants. No other food items, including crock pots, salads, sandwiches, or
homemade items permitted. Swimsuits required in swimming pool
COST - $3 5.00
Use of party room for 1 hour, 15 minutes!
Pool admission for up to 10 children!
Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children!
(Fee for additional children is $4.00 each.)
(Adults pay regular admission rates.)
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 36 Recreation Brochure
Brooklyn Center Community Center
694 gr Shingle Creek Parkway, (763) 569 -3400
Pool, water slide, diving boards, wading pool, sauna, exercise room!
NEW! , . ;
Swimming Lessons Extravaganza
Firidayy July 16 and FI~iday, August 20,1 S pm. S
Come show off your new swimming skills with an Celebrate the
of these s pe c i a l poo
extravaganza of fun! Bring your coupon from your skills
sheet and get in free! Come with a friend and listen to tunes
Sunday, July 4 — Closed
while you float away the day with fun for everyone. Join us
on the patio for a BBQ special of a grilled hotdog, chips Drawin Priz D rawin g s
and pop for only $1.50! Wednesday, July 7 — Fun Float
Thurs Poo lside
Fri Floa
Schools Out Swim Bash*
Friday, June 11, 18pm.
Enjoy your first day of summer vacation at the pool.
Celebrate the arrival of summer with music and floatables! Tropical Territory
All school age children grades K -12 pay regular admission Wda% July 9, 1-4 pm
and ride the water slide FREE! Escape to a tropical territory! Be transformed by the tropical
sounds around the pool! Practice your hula as the tropical
tunes sway in the palm trees. Float and relax on your
inflatable.
Swim With Dad* y —
�` Sundays June 20,1 Spm. Water Olympics*
No matter what age he is, bring your Friday, August 6, 1 -4 pm /
dad swimming for FREE! All fathers It's wet' It's wild! It's our annual Water
will receive free admission to the pool and water slide when Olympics! A fun afternoon of relays, games,
accompanied by one or more children at regular prices. A and prizes. Come for the Olympics; enjoy the
great opportunity for dads and kids to have fun together! water slide and swimming. We can't promise `
you a gold medal, but you'll have a great time.
m
Wacky Wednesdays* M Dog Days of Summer*
June 23, July 288rAugust25,1 Spm -r FridaytAugust27,,1 Spm
Celebrate the fourth Wednesday of each month with fun and Come escape the heat with a cool dip in the
friends poolside! Join us for music and prize drawings. pool. Dine on the patio with your friends and family as you
Escape the heat and chill out with some tunes! enjoy a hotdog, chips and lemonade for $1.50.
Poolside B -B -Q* T.G,I.F. FUN FLOATS*
Friday, June 25,]-.?pm Every Frriday, 5 -8p m.
On this special Earle Brown Days Festival day, we are 'Thank goodness it's Friday! For unsinkable fun, bring your
grilling up some summer fun! Join us for a B -B -Q. favorite fun float to the pool. Inner tubes, air mattresses,
'^ Enjoy a hotdog, chips and lemonade for only beach balls, floating animals, and noodles are all welcome.
$1.50. Food served on pool patio. Air mattresses, Water slide is available. Regular pool and water slide
inner tubes and blow up animals are welcome. admission prices apply.
*General Admission Prices Apply!
Recreation Brochure 37 www.cilyojbrooklyncenter.org
Brooklyn Center
Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (763) 569 -3441 (24 Hour Recorded Information Line)
Summer Hours Effective June 14 — August 31, 2004
Memberships entitle the member to use the Olympic swimming pool, 150' water slide, exercise room and sauna during open
swim. (See open swim schedule below.) Family memberships include husband, wife and their children 20 years of age and under
living at home. Membership and general admission rates subject to change without notice. The Community Center may close
early at the discretion of the management. Hours subject to change. Call (763) 569 -3400.
MEMBERSHIP RATES GENERAL ADMISSION RATES
1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year With Without
Slide Slide
Family $35.00 $95.00 $168.00 $273.00 Youth up to age 14 & S4.00 $2.50
Individual $22.00 $59.00 $106.00 $172.00 Senior Adult (62 & older)
Senior* $16.00 $43.00 $77.00 $135.00. [Adult outh ages 15 -17 & S5.00 53.50
(18 & over)
*Brooklyn Center senior adult residents
Exercise Room & Sauna Open Swim Schedule A Water Slide Schedule
E J . . . ....... ..
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Monday, Wednesday & Friday Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 8 p.m. 1 to 8 p.m.
(Adults only — 8 to 8:50 a.m. & Tuesday —1 to 5:30 p.m.
Noon to 1 p.m.) Thursday —1 to 8 p.m.
Sunday —1 to 5 p.m.
Tuesday Tuesday
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 5:30 p.m.
(Adults only — 8 to 8:50 a.m. &
Noon to 1 p.m.)
Locker Rooms — Coin operated lockers are
Thursday Thursday provided. Secure your belongings for 25¢. As a
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 8 p.m. courtesy to others, no children over age 5 are
(Adults only — 8 to 8:50 a.m. & allowed in opposite gender locker rooms.
Noon to 1 p.m.) Family locker rooms available.
Saturday Saturday Game Room — With a pool table, air hockey,
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 8 p.m. video games and pinball machine! Located on
(Adults only — 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.) the upper level.
Sunday Sunday Vending Machines — A variety of candy,
1 to 5 p.m. 1 to 5 p.m. beverage and snack items are available for sale.
Located on the upper level.
Exercise Room — For ages 15 and older.
Sauna — For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this will not be Community Center Pool &Water Slide
allowed even if accompanied by an adult.
Holiday Hours
Pool — An adult must accompany children under the age of 6 in the
pool. Swimsuits required in the swimming pool. Wading Pool — Open Closed
to children 5 & younger when supervised by a parent. Monday, May 31— Memorial Day
Sunday, July 4 — 4th of July
Water Slide — The recreation department reserves the right to open the Monday, September 6 — Labor Day
water slide during non - scheduled times. Children who are less that 52"
tall and wish to use the water slide must demonstrate proficiency in the
front crawl or be accompanied by an adult.
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Registration and General Information
REGISTRATION Refund Procedure Art /Cooking/Holiday Class
Begins Saturday, May 1 at the Requests for refunds must be made at Participants
Brooklyn Center Community Center. least 24 hours before the first class. If Young artists and cooks may get food,
Please make checks payable to the Lily you find it necessary to cancel after the paint, glue or other art media on their
of Brooklyn Center. first class, make your request 24 hours clothing and shoes while in class.
Visa and MasterCard are accepted. before the second class. Class will be Children should dress in old clothes
prorated. Sorry, no refunds will be and/or bring an old paint shirt or apron.
All Class Registration issued after the second class.
Saturday, May 1 Discipline
Numbers handed out at 8:30 a.m. Programs that were paid with a credit To insure a quality experience for all
Registration will follow immediately. card will be credited to the account. children, a policy of discipline has been
Registration continues until classes fill. Programs that were paid with cash or created. Students will be given the rules
check will be refunded by check. of class orally on the first day of class.
Senior Adult Registration Refund checks will be mailed; please Students who do not follow the
Friday, April 30 allow 2 -3 weeks. established rules set by the instructor
Register at customer service counter, will be given one warning. If they
lower level. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Refund Procedure for Holiday and choose not to follow the rules a second
One -Day Classes time, they will be sent home from class
Mail -In Registration and w
Requests for refunds must be made at ill not be allowed to return.
Mail -In registration accepted beginning least seven days before the class date. No money will be refunded
May 3. Complete registration form on Sorry, no refunds will be issued later
the back page. Please include payment. than seven days before the class date. Late Pickup Fee
Mail to: Brooklyn Center Recreation If a child is not picked up immediately
Department, 6301 Shingle Creek after class, a $5 fee will be charged for
Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. Inclement Weather every 10 minutes after class ending
If classes or other recreation activities time.
Phone- In/Fax -In Registration are canceled due to inclement weather,
Phone -In and Fax -In registration we will attempt to make them up. Auxiliary Aids
accepted beginning May 3. Please have Sometimes circumstances beyond our Auxiliary aids for persons with
your Visa or MasterCard number control do not make this possible. disabilities are available upon request
ready. Phone -In and Fax -In registration at least 96 hours in advance. For more
hours are Monday — Saturday from information, please call the director at
9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. & Sunday from Questionable weather (763) 569 -3407. Persons with hearing
1:30 -4:30 p.m. For fax -in registration, Programs may be canceled due to or speech impairment are served by
please use registration form on back weather conditions. Call (763) 569- the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/
page. Fax # is (763) 569 -3434. 3442 for a recorded message about Voice).
activity cancellations. Cancellations
Registration is on a first -come, first- may be announced on WCCO -AM 830. Liability
served basis. Instructors are not The Brooklyn Center Community
permitted to accept registration. The Activities, Recreation and Services
recreation department reserves the right Spectators Department does not provide accident
to cancel classes when an insufficient Class attendance is limited to
number of people have signed u participants. Spectators, including insurance for participants in any of its
Waiting lists are kept for classes that parents, children, siblings and friends, inherent
s risk of Participants injury from e their
are full. If there are sufficient requests are not allowed except with permission. involvement in programs or activities
and if space and an instructor are outlined in this brochure.
available, additional classes may be Register Early
formed. Most of the programs or activities have
a minimum and maximum number of Community Center & Recreation
Financial Assistance registrants. Some fill to capacity early. Department Office Hours
Limited financial assistance funds are In other cases, if they appear to be (763) 569 -3400
available to Brooklyn Center residents under enrolled, we have to cancel
who could not otherwise take a class activities several days before the Monday – Saturday
due to financial reasons. For starting date. There have been instances 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
information, call the director at (763) where individuals have expressed an
569 -3407. Financial Assistance is not interest in a program that has already Sunday
available on Holiday & One -Day been canceled. In either case, it is 12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Classes. highly advantageous to register early!!
Recreation Brochure 39 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
I
EXpfo Day Cam
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SURVIVOR Brooklyn Center
is the theme for this F21Ncamp!
August 17 —19
8:40 a.m. — 3.30 p.m.
Brooklyn Center Central Bark, & Community Center
m For Grades 2 -61 See page 24 for details!
Mail -In or Fax -In Registration Card Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission
Name Gender: Male Female The Parks and Recreation Commission
Address meets the third Tuesday of each month
at 7 p.m. at City Hall. This commission
City Zip Code advises the City Council on the parks
Phone H) (_) W) �) and recreation program in Brooklyn
Center. Bud Sorenson, chairperson;
Class Name John Russell; Tom Shinnick; Gail
Class # Location Ebert; Richard Theis; Roger Peterson;
Craig Hauger.
Child's Birth Date Grade Amount Paid
Special Needs (including food allergies): Department Mission
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn
Center that they may share in the God
given right to beauty, to sunshine, to
Form of payment: ❑Check ❑Credit Card tranquility, and to the end that each
Credit Card Information: ❑VISA ❑MasterCard may herein find the laughter of
childhood, the acceptance of youth, the
Card Holder's Name fulfillment of adult life, and the
Number Ex Date companionship of old age, through a
P healthy, satisfying use of leisure time.
For swim lessons, indicate swim level
Youth sports, indicate T -shirt size: Youth M_ L_ Adult S_ ML XL_
Registration card is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be accepted before
May 3, 2004. For registration information, see page 39.
Presorted Standard
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Paid
U.S. Postage
CENTER Permit No. 2170
Minneapolis, MN
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center MN 55430