HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 Edition 87 August-September Brookl n Center's Wiff CH
A community newsletter published by The City of Brooklyn Center, No. 87
August /September 1993
City sets high standards for Brooklyn Boulevard
n the last few years, the program by coordinating the Fork on that section of
Brooklyn Center has been development of their parking Brooklyn Boulevard.
planning the revision of one lots, signs, etc. so that they "The County will continue to
of the city's major adhere to City standards." make roadway repairs as
thoroughfares. The home necessary to assure safe
of many retail, residential and ►► driving conditions, but any
Fixing the road and adding major repairs like ap
commercial establishments, a trees and landscape aren't the p (
recent traffic survey indicates p an overlay) will be postponed
that Brooklyn Boulevard only pieces needed to due to the impending
carries up to 78,000 vehicles complete this redevelopment reconstruction project,"
per day with this figure puZZle. " Sy Knapp, director of public works explains Thomas Johnson,
expected to grow to 95,000 by P.E., transportation planning
the year 2010. The private sector isn't the engineer for Hennepin
Roadway improvements only source that the City is County. Continued on page 4.
Because of this high visibility, looking to for help with this
the City plans to develop the redevelopment project.
boulevard so that it addresses Recently, the City received a
not only major roadway, transit, commitment from Hennepin rari nd .. .. .....
bicycle and pedestrian trail County to apply for federal •
improvements, but aesthetic funding for all major roadway Re.c. �
appeal, as well. "Fixing the improvements on Brooklyn
road and adding trees and Boulevard, (also known as Br►h�"e
landscape aren't the only pieces County Road 152), from
necessary to complete this Halifax Drive north Since gages
redevelopment puzzle," explains these redevelopment
Sy Knapp, director of public improvements are anticipated in
works for the City. "We also 1995 or 1996, however,
need a commitment from the Hennepin County has currently
private sector to lock into postponed all other major road INSIDE SCOOP
Volunteer dny #*hters needed! Construction update 2
Cass Screw profile 2
The Brooklyn Center Fire their job in the �► City's approach to ADA 3
Department currently needs daytime to respond Home Maitenance Program 4
day - available volunteers to to a fire or emer- Improper use of sumps 5
bring the force up to capacity. gency call. Recycling day 5
• Daytime positions are avail- Members of the Park and rec programs 6
able for persons who work in department receive
the evenings or who can leave free training and
Construction L r l Cass Screw Machine Products Company
Owners: Marvin Greenwood, Lorraine Wise
Update and Dale Greenwood (interviewed).
69th Avenue North tAi Brooklyn Blvd. North Product /Service: Production machining; which
Shingle Creek Pkwy includes very complex parts such as hydraulic
components and CNC machining, as well as parts
O Phase I - Palmer Lake Basin Soil Corrections as simple as nuts and bolts.
Customers: Over 300 including large tft
The reconstruction of the roadway across the manufacturers like The Toro Co., Melroe
Palmer Lake Basin has been delayed to allow the "Bobcat ", Polaris, Arctco and Gresen.
organic soils (peat) to compress or settle under Q �
the load of the surcharge which has been placed Years in business /square footage: 50 years,
in small increments over the last two years. The Cn 46,000 feet and looking to expand
rate of settlement (and strength of the soil) was Employees: Have recently expanded hours and
increased after a wick drain system was installed 1 added people. Staff is now 80 full timers and five
last year, and the rate at which settlement is now part timers.
occurring indicates that it should be possible to
remove the surcharge and construct the road in What contributes to your business' success ?:
mid- August of this year. This phase of the 69th "Very good customers and the best work force in
Avenue North project is currently within budget the upper midwest and possibly the world"
and should be completed this fall.
Biggest contribution to the City?: "We're
Phase II - Reconstruction between Brooklyn good neighbors. We keep an attractive area
Boulevard and West Palmer Lake Drive (Corner of Hwy 100 and France Ave.), and we
supply living wage employment for the area.
Also we have a strong commitment to keep
Work is nearly complete on last year's contract Brooklyn Center a good place to live, work, play,
for the total street reconstruction and utility worship and go to school"
replacement project for the segment of 69th
Avenue between Brooklyn Boulevard and West What the City has done to make you
Palmer Lake Drive. The contractor has successful ?:
completed the final paving and miscellaneous "City staff has always had an open ear and are
"punchlist" items, and we hope to finish the willing to discuss our business needs and work
project in the next month or so. on a solution that everyone can live with."
69th Avenue North Landscaping What, if any, major plans do you have for your
company ?: "In the last four months we have made
The contract for the landscaping and irrigation four large machine investments which include two new
system for 69th Avenue from Brooklyn multi - spindle screw machines. We are also working on
Boulevard to West Palmer Lake Drive is well purchasing
another building
underway and should be completed by the end of in Brooklyn
July. This contract also includes the construction Center to expand
of wood fencing along the northerly right -of -way our operation"
line of the 69th Avenue corridor. Continued on
page 5.
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City takes aggressive approach to ADA issue
• In an effort to provide an are minimal in comparison to parks get new
appropriate living environment other cities. "The City of
for city residents and employees, Brooklyn Center has been equipment
as well as comply with ADA aggressive in their compliance
(Americans with Disabilities Act) with ADA regs. In comparison Freeway and Northport parks
regulations, the City of Brooklyn to other cities, they're in good will get new playground
Center is undergoing many shape." Barone further states, equipment this summer. The
changes. Based on the federal "We have always tried to be new apparatus will not be
law that went into effect in 1975 conscious of the needs of installed in the sand. Instead it
and was then reinforced in 1992, persons with disabilities. I guess will be installed on a special
City facilities will be updated so it's paid off." surface which will support
that they are more accessible to For more information on ADA wheelchairs. This new surface,
persons with disabilities. improvements, call the City of along with new paved paths of
Under the direction of Brooklyn Center at 569 -3300. travel, curb cuts, and van -sized
Consultant Julee Quarve- Some of the projects that parking stalls are part of the
Peterson, a transition plan was will be implemented this City's effort to make all
generated by an employee year include: facilities more accessible to
committee that prioritizes all persons with disabilities.
ro ects recommended In other parks, tire swings, as
P d for ■Providing van accessible
implementation. "We wanted to stalls at all facilities well as some older, deteriorated
update the areas that have the equipment have been removed.
P ■Providing an adjustable
biggest impact first," said This has been done to improve
P
lectern and providing
Geralyn Barone, personnel assistive listening devices in safety and prevent potential
coordinator and chair of the council chambers and at the accidents. Some swings have
employee committee responsible been replaced and some
Earle Brown Heritage Center
for the plan. Thus, the City will convention facility equipment will not be replaced
la
be spending a total of $157,135 ■Installing easy -to- operate until the entire playground
this year to implement some of its hardware on all public doors apparatus is upgraded. Each most important projects. "Many ■Upgrading facilities at P ark is currently being evaluated
of the projects, like painting van Centerbrook Golf Course with the goal being to replace
eve at
accessible parking stalls, for ■providing crushed equipment ry P ark within
example, will be implemented as limestone paths and the next two to five years.
part of our normal maintenance wheelchair viewing positions
program and thus will be done at at ball fields at many City
no additional cost," Barone parks
further explains.
Although the
amount of changes Change in hours
needed may sound D overwhelming to Dog licenses can be picked up at
some, according to
g the police department on
Quarve- Peterson, - weekdays only from 8 a.m. to
they ; 4:15 p.m. Saturday hours are no
longer in effect.
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Brooklyn Boulevard Home Maintenance Repair Program helps seniors; disabled
continued from page 1 This is the second year that the service. •
"This way they won't have to City f Brooklyn Center will be
y y Senior Community Services
tear up their work a few years
offering a home maintenance has a core staff with a network
later," Knapp further explains. program for residents 60 years of of skilled workers and
The County has, however, age or older and those with volunteers to do the
applied a new overlay on the disabilities. repairs. Minor
section of road from Halifax This service, called repairs like
Drive south on Brooklyn Household and carpentry work,
Boulevard. Outside Maintenance installation of
Landscape improvements for the Elderly
In addition to roadway railings, grab
(H.O.M.E.), is bars, gutter and
improvements, the City also funded federally roof repair and
plans to beautify the boulevard from the Department painting are
by adding trees and other p g
of Housing and included.
landscape and streetscape Urban Development Charges for the
elements. "One of our major as part of the City's 1i estimates are
goals is to continually look at overall federal Community
different avenues to develop a based on a sliding scale.
Development Block Grant For a free estimate, call 888 -
positive and aesthetically ( ) CDBG funding.
pleasing image of the City," said 5530 weekdays from 8 a.m. to
The City has contracted with 4:30 p.m., or call the TDD
Director of Community Senior Community Services, a number at 887 -9677.
Development Brad Hoffman. non - profit agency, to provide this
"By enhancing the look of the
City, we're helping to promote
Brooklyn Center as a nice place Firefighters... continued from page 1
to live and to start a business —in college credits in emergency required to complete an
addition to making it better for procedures, safe driving, fire application and participate in a
those who already live here," fighting techniques and personal interview. Select
Hoffman continued. hazardous materials. candidates must pass a free,
Hoffman explains that based Members of the department complete physical exam
on the Phase I study, the City also receive City - provided fire including blood, stress and
already as a general concept of fighting gear and uniforms;
Y g P lung- capacity tests.
the changes they'd like to make; pension (collectible after age 50 Volunteers must meet the
however, the City is currently with vesting after 10 years); following qualifications:
developing a task force to gain and supplemental retirement
outside feedback as well. `By benefits. Most importantly, ❑ 18 years or older and in
including both residents and members receive the good physical health
businesses who have a vested satisfaction of helping others in ❑Brooklyn Center resident or
interest in Brooklyn Boulevard, need and contributing to the live within 6- minutes of the
we'll ensure that we are taking ommunity.
g fire station
their wishes and needs into If interested, please call Fire []Maintain a safe driving
consideration before making any Chief Ron Boman at 569- record without a history of
changes," explains Hoffman. 3360 or stop by the fire
Currently, the City is in the station at 63rd and Brooklyn any major violations
Boulevard an y night ht after 8 ❑Available during the hours •
second phase of the of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to respond
redevelopment study and hopes p.m., or anytime on the to calls
to begin redevelopment in 1995. 111 weekend. All applicants are
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Improper use of sumps costs all Special Recycling
taxpayers more...and is illegal Collection Day
• Saturday, September 18
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sump pump discharge lines, and any other lines which Crystal Airport
discharge groundwater or rainwater, must be discharged to Large items and appliances
your yard, to the street or to a storm water sewer or accepted. Call the Hennepin
waterway. It is illegal to discharge groundwater or Recycling Group at 537 -8421 for
rainwater into the sanitary sewer system. more information.
Fact: Construction continued from page 2.
All sewage and all water which enters the City's sanitary 69th Avenue North - Phase III
sewer system is sent through the metro sewer system to the On July 12th the City Council
waste water treatment plant on Pigs Eye Island in St. Paul awarded a contract to C.S. McCrossan
for treatment. The Metropolitan Waste Control Commission for the third and final phase of roadway
(MWCC), which operates that sewer construction, which will extend 69th
system and treatment facilities, Ave. No. from Shingle Creek Parkway
c h a r g e s Brooklyn Center $1.20 to West Palmer Lake Drive. This
for each 1,000 gallons we discharge project completes the reconstruction of
into the system. 69th Avenue North in the Palmer Lake
Basin, which is the area of the previous
For the month of June 1993 soil correction project (Phase I).
Brook 1 y n Center's estimated The design of the proposed roadway
charges from MWCC for infiltration and in -flow (i.e. - provides for construction of four lanes,
. groundwater and rainwater) will be approximately $35,000 divided by the widest possible median,
to $40,000. which will blend into the existing
configuration of Shingle Creek
Example: For a typical home with a drain tile /sump pump Parkway.
system during a wet period such as June -July 1993: Construction will begin shortly, and
we hope to complete the project by late
Sump size: 15 gallons October, weather permitting. You
Pump cycle: 12 on -off cycles per hour should expect traffic delays during the
construction; alternate routes are
15 gallons x 12 cycles per hour = 180 gallons per hour encouraged.
24 hours per day x 180 gallons = 4320 gallons per day Brooklyn Center City Council
4320 gallons x 30 days per mo. = 129,600 gallons per mo.
129,600 x $1.20/1000 gallons = $155.or 1 home per mo. Mayor: Todd Paulson
52 for p Council members: Barbara Kalligher,
Kristen Mann, Dave Rosene and
If you have a sump pump or other lines which discharge Celia Scott
groundwater or rainwater into the sanitary sewer system City Manager: Gerald Splinter
(whether to a floor drain, wash tub or other piping), you can Service Directory
help reduce costs by repiping that discharge to drain to your 24 -hour emergency number
yard, street or storm sewer. City staff is available to review police, fire and medical 911
your system with you, answer your questions and provide Non- emergency police 569 -3333
recommendations. Please contact the community City Hall and TDD number 569 -3300
Community Center 569 -3400
• development department at 569 -3344 or the public utilities
division at 569 -3390.
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Parks and Recreation Brochure
Fall 1993
Registration Information
569 -3400 TDD# 569 -3300*
1. Registration for fall classes and programs begins Saturday, September 11, at the Brooklyn Center
Community Center (except where noted in class descriptions). Numbers will be distributed one hour prior
to registration. Sorry, no phone registration.
Registration for swim lessons, conducted at the community center and North View Jr. High pools, will
begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 at the community center. Sorry, mail registrations will not be
accepted for swim lessons.
Registration for other classes and activities begins at 11 a.m. Mail registrations will be processed
beginning Monday, Sept. 13.
Senior adult registration begins Friday, Sept. 10. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., registration follows.
2. On the opening day of registration, Saturday, Sept. 11, a person may sign up for themselves or their
immediate family. After 3 p.m. on this day, you may register for as many as you wish.
3. The parks and recreation office located in the community center is open Monday through Friday from
8:30 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Saturday from 8:30 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sunday from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
4. Where classes are limited, registration will be on a first -come, first- served basis.
Persons are not considered registered until the fee has been paid. The parks and recreation department
reserves the right to cancel classes or activities when an insufficient number of people signed up.
5. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at the activity location.
6. Should you find it necessary to transfer to a different class, it may be done if an opening exists by
paying a 50 cent transfer fee. All transfers must be done in person at the community center. Individual
classes can not be made up.
7. Refund procedure: Requests for refunds must be made at least 24 hours before the first class
session. There will be a $3 service charge. If you find it necessary to cancel after the first class, make your
request 24 hours BEFORE the SECOND class. The class will be prorated plus there will be a $4 service
charge. Refunds are mailed to participants in check form. Please allow 2 -3 weeks for check. The refund
procedure for holiday classes and special one session classes are noted in the class description.
8. Sorry, no trip refunds unless canceled by the parks & recreation department.
9. Persons who register for an activity where capacity enrollment has already been reached will go on a
waiting list. Additional classes may be formed if there are sufficient requests and if space and a competent
instructor are available.
10. Senior adults, 62 years and older, who are residents of Brooklyn Center will receive $10 off the
registration fee of any adult activity class $20 or more. This does not apply to supplies, special senior
classes which are already reduced, or classes less than $20. Other exceptions will be noted in class
descriptions.
11. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators, including parents, are not allowed except
with permission. This includes children.
*not available evenings or weekends
Check here for class location
✓Brooklyn Center High School (BCHS), 4Fair Oaks School, 5600 65th Ave. N
6500 Humboldt Ave. N 4Garden City School, 3501 65th Ave. N
4Brooklyn Center Community Center (CC), 4North View Jr. High, 69th & Zane Ave. N.
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 4Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd.
4Centerbrook Golf Course, 5500 N. Lilac Dr. 40rchard Lane School, 6201 Noble Ave. N. •
4Earle Brown Commons, 6100 Summit Dr. 4Palmer Lake School, 7300 West Palmer Lake Dr.
4Earle Brown School, 5900 Humboldt Ave. N. 4Willow Lane School, 7020 Perry Ave. N.
4Evergreen School, 7020 Dupont Ave. N
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Adult Activities
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE CHILDCARE SERVICE
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents
d& yea
and older. (Only one spouse must meet age require- attending morning classes, programs, meetings or
nt.) You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face swimming at the community center. The minimum age is
in the water. When registering, please furnish your six months. The cost is $1 for each preschool child. The
doctor's name and number. No class Oct. 29, Nov. 26, & "PLAY CORNER" will be open regular hours,
the weeks of Dec. 21 & 28.Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. -12:15 p.m. beginning September
Syslo. 20. (Childcare will be offered for morning fitness classes
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $14.00/14 SESSIONS on September 13 & 16.) After classes or swimming, parents
# Day Begins Time Location are invited to relax in our concession area before picking
1 Fri. Sept. 17 10:15 a.m. CC up their child. Additional hours are being offered for the
2 Thurs. Sept. 23 10:15 a.m. CC exercise classes offered on Tuesday evening, 5:45 -8 p.m.
3 Thurs. Sept. 23 11:10 a.m. CC If you need further information, call 569 -3400.
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $15.00/15 SESSIONS FITNESS: CLASSES =iMIN1 SE$lON
4 Tues. Sept. 21 9:15 a.m. CC .._ .. ....... ...:...... ON ...... .. PAGES ............... 8 .............. .:..:;
1? SEE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS and 9
5 Tues. Sept. 21 11:10 a.m. CC PLEASE NOTE. Summer Drop -In
and fitness passes are not valid for the mini session.
AQUA EXERCISE — COED
Exercise in water for better health and trimmer figure. You Vic E3EGiNNING AEROBIC /STEM COMET
do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Instructors ki Syslo #Fl, Deb Eldridge 4F2. Registration
Enjoy a pleasant and invigorating exercise experience Fee $3.75/2 Sessions.
done to music. Some aerobics will also be included. No # Day Begins Time Location
class the weeks of Dec. 21 & 28. Classes 50 min. Instructor F1 Mon. Sept. 20 7:00 p.m. CC
Vicki Syslo #'s 7,8,9. F2 Thurs. Sept. 23 7:00 p.m. North View
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK 24.5015 SESSIONS _ ......::..::..:..........:» »:: >...........................
$ / S SSI O S ::::.. .::.:::::..
# Day Begins Time Location AERBICJSTI"P COMBO :;;.::;;;:::; :.;;;;:;:
6 Tues. Sept. 14 6:10 p.m. North View Instructors Rachel Woods #F3; Deb Eldridge #F4.
7 Thurs. Sept. 16 7:05 p.m. North View Registration Fee $3.75/2 Sessions.
8 Tues. Sept. 21 10:15 a.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $22.50/14 SESSIONS F3 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC
Thurs. Sept. 23 9:15 a.m. CC F4 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:00 p.m. North View
AQUA — BIG, HEALTHY A FIT ev LQW IMPACTAEROBIIrS ..
Good health and fitness should not be out of reach for you Instructors B Wilson #'s F5, F6, Vicki Syslo #F7.
Classes Once A Week, $5.50/3 Sessions
because you feel overweight. Rediscover the joy of
# Day Begins Time Location
movement through this popular co-ed class. Aqua exercise
is fun, refreshing and leaves you with a feeling of F5 Mon. Sept. 13 9:30 a.m. CC
exhilaration. You do not need to be a swimmer or put your F6 T Sept. 9:30 a.m. CC
Classes
face in the water. Registration Fee $24.50/15 Sessions. No Classes Once e A Week, p 2 Sessions
.m.
class Dec. 23 & 30. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo. F7 Mon. Sept. 20 6:00 CC
# Day Begins Time Location 5,5 .......................
..
i`UN 35+
10 Thurs. Sept. 16 6:10 p.m. North View Instructor Bev Wilson. Registration Fee $3.50/3 Sessions.
# Day Begins Time Location
DEEP WATER WORKOUT k F8 Mon. Sept. 13 10:25 a.m. CC
Deep water workout, the latest in aqua exercise! Using a �R��'C CLASSES
floatation belt, this class combines conditioning, aerobic
exercise and water jogging for an excellent over all body * No classes the weeks of December 20 & 27.
workout! Swimming skills are not required but * All aerobic classes offer complete and effective
participants should be comfortable in deep water. (Great conditioning for muscles, heart and lungs.
for those who are overweight, have joint problems, are * Classes include warmups, aerobic movements, muscle
recovering from an injury or are looking for a new group work and cool down stretching.
experience in water exercise.) Floatation belts are *Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes.
furnished or you may bring your own aqua vest. No class * All classes are COED.
Oct. 29, Nov. 26 & the weeks of Dec. 21 & 28. Classes 50 * Fitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per
min. Instructor Vicki Syslo #12. week. This can be a combination of classes or classes and
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $26.50/15 SESSIONS walking, swimming, biking, etc.
# Day Begins Time Location * Classes are 50 minutes unless noted in the class description.
0 1 Tues. Sept. 14 7:05 p.m. North View * Childcare available for morning weekday classes and
Tuesday evening classes at the community center —
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $24.50/14 SESSIONS See Childcare.
12 Fri. Sept. 17 9:15 a.m. CC Fitness classes listed on pages 7, 8 and 9.
disc Chlorine treated water CAN respo nsible.
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
COLLEGE STUDENT AEROBIC SPECIAL
coin pli rnenta ry Passes to Use during the fall session. By showing your current college identification card or fee
Passes can be used to try out a different statement, you may register for selected aerobic and aqua
instructor, time and classes at $3 off the regular rate. This special applies to
location. academic, technical, vocational and trade school full ti
WALKIN' MARCHIN' MOVIN' students. See class #'s 13 -27 for description, location aner
Do you break out in a cold sweat when you think about time.
joining an aerobic class? Are the dance steps too hard to
follow? If so, join this beginning aerobic class tailored just AEROBIC DROP -IN CARD
for people like you. There are lots of fun moves —basic and Does your schedule demand flexibility? ?!!! Here's a perfect
easy to follow. Drop -ins are welcome! Intensi level is the
Intensity solution for you; design your own schedule!! This option
same as the low impact aerobic classes. Registration Fee is ideal for people who want to exercise but whom cannot
$21.00/13 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo. commit to the same class every week. Drop -In cards may
# Day Begins Time Location be used for all fitness and selected aqua exercise classes.
13 Mon. Oct. 4 7:00 p.m. Evergreen (Cards may be purchased for aqua classes which do not
reach maximum enrollment. Call after Oct. 1 for an update
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS of aqua classes which may use drop -in cards.) Cards are
This low impact class is at a little faster pace —fun— non - transferable and non - refundable. Sometimes
challenging. Receive all the benefits of a good workout circumstances beyond our control require us to cancel a
without the jumping and jarring of regular aerobics. No class or change location; therefore, it is the responsibility
class Nov. 24. Instructors Bev Wilson #'s 14,17; Vicki Syslo of the individual to check the current schedule. Student &
#15. senior adult discounts do not apply. Now there's no
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $21.00/13 SESSIONS reason not to exercise with us!
# Day Begins Time Location #22 13 Classes $22.75
14 Mon. Oct. 4 9:30 a.m. CC #23 10 Classes 17.50
15 Mon. Oct. 4 6:00 p.m. Evergreen #24 8 Classes 16.00
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $19.50/12 SESSIONS #25 5 Classes 10.00
16 Wed. Oct. 6 6:30 p.m. Willow Lane #26 1 Class 2.75
17 Thurs. Oct. 7 9:30 a.m. CC
TONE AND FLEX
SATURDAY LOW IMPACT AEROBICS Designed for all fitness levels, this class will emphasize the
Whether you want a break from a hectic week, or just one use of safe body mechanics to strengthen and stretch majo
more day of exercise, enjoy Saturday mornings exercising. muscle groups. The workout will be made fun an*
Participants will have an opportunity to try step aerobics. effective by using Dyna - Bands®, 1/2 -3 lb. weights and
No class Nov. 27. Registration Fee $21.00/13 Sessions. other inexpensive props. Maintain and improve muscle
Classes 50 min. tone and flexibility without increasing workout time!
# Day Begins Time Location Dyna -bands provided for class use. Please do not purchase
18 Sat. Oct. 2 9:15 a.m. North View weights prior to the first class. No class Dec. 21 & 28.
Registration Fee $21.00/13 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
BEGINNING AEROBIC /STEP COMBO Instructor Rachel Woods.
Take the first "step" toward your fitness goal! After a # Day Begins Time Location
thorough warm -up, this class includes 10-15 minutes of 27 Tues. Oct. 5 7:00 p.m. CC
beginning low impact aerobics and a 5 -10 minute
introduction to the "step ". Cool down with fun new FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+
country line dances and finish your workout with For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise
abdominal and a relaxing stretch. Registration Fee $22.00/ who want a gentle, low stress workout. Time marches on,
13 Sessions. Classes 50 min. but if we keep our sense of humor and exercise, we can feel
# Day Begins Time Location and look better. Using music of the big band era, this class
19 Thurs. Sept. 30 7:00 p.m. North View will strive to improve flexibility, muscle tone and the
vascular system at a level safe and comfortable for you.
AEROBIC /STEP COMBO Although this is a program directed towards individuals
This class combines our regular low impact aerobic class 55 years and older, interested individuals of variable
with the hottest and newest trend of step aerobics. There ages may attend on a space available basis. Wear loose
will be a 10 minute warm up, 15 minutes of low impact fitting clothes and tennis shoes. No class Dec. 20 & 27.
aerobics, 10-15 minutes of step, followed by cool down and Registration Fee $14.00/13 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
abdominal work. Stationary steps provided. Bonus passes Instructor Bev Wilson.
and drop -in cards may be used on step availability basis. # Day Begins Time Location
Registration Fee $22.00/13 Sessions. Classes 50 min. 28 Mon Oct. 4 10:25 a.m. CC
Instructor Rachel Woods #21.
# Day Begins Time Location
20 Thurs. Sept. 30 6:00 p.m. North View
21 Tues. Oct. 5 6:00 p.m. CC
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
CHAIR FITNESS VOLLEYBALL COURT RENTAL
This class is designed for men and women who have not Volleyball court rental is available at Orchard Lane
actively exercised for some time and know they must! If Elementary School for adult groups. Rental is offered
you consider yourself stiff and out of shape, inflexible, Thursdays 6 -10 p.m. beginning in October. The fee is $13
lW ave a balance problem, bad back, bum knees or don't like per hour. Payment for use of the court must be made in
xercising in the water, this class is for you! The exercises person at least 48 hours in advance. For more information,
are gentle, start slow and build gradually to improve call 569 -3400.
strength, flexibility, promote better circulation and # Day Begins Location
increase stamina. Physically challenged individuals are 35 Thurs. Oct. 7 Orchard Lane
also encouraged to try this class. All are done seated and
choreographed to music in a supportive and friendly
atmosphere. No class Dec. 20 & 27. Registration Fee
$14.00/13 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Bev Wilson.
# Day Begins Time Location
29 Mon. Oct. 4 1120 a.m. CC
T'AI CHI CH'UAN DEMONSTRATION
Practiced in China for 2500 years, this slow, relaxed series <f: ff!:;• «:<'::::;:;:::, ..
of exercises benefits all ages. Stress reduction, tension, pain
relief, increased strength and vitality are some of its uses. : % f;;.. >;:
This one night demonstration and lecture gives insights
into this ancient practice. A class series begins Oct. 19 for
those interested. Relax, learn, and become stronger VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
without stress! Registration Fee $2.50/1 Session. Class 1
hour. Instructor Harold D. Davies, Master, Director, and The Brooklyn Center volleyball leagues are open to post
Author from Gold Light Health System, Inc. high school age men and women. They begin late
# Day Date Time Location September and teams are guaranteed 10 matches. Teams
30 Tues. Oct. 5 6:45 p.m. Palmer Lake returning from winter 93 have until August 26 to register.
New team registration begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday,
T'AI CHI CH'UAN EXERCISE August 28 at the community center. In addition to the team
registration fee, there is a non resident fee of $6 /player for
This ancient exercise from China uses slow relaxed those team members who do not live in Brooklyn Center.
W ovements to develop strength while eliminating tension. For more information, call Joe Ericksen at 569 -3400.
ften seen on public television, the Supreme Ultimate Way Co -Rec League
(the translation of T'ai Chi Ch'uan), offers a simple and Games are played Monday evenings at North View,
practical way to eliminate stress and increase anyone's Orchard Lane and Willow Lane Schools. Fall team
energy level. Energizing and fun! Registration Fee registration fee is $165.
$32.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Harold Men's League
Davies holds a master level license from Chin Kwong Tai
Chi Ch'uan International. Games are played Wednesday evenings at North View
# Day Begins Time Location Junior High. Fall team registration fee is $190.
31 Tues. Oct. 19 6:45 p.m. Palmer Lake Women's League
Games are played Tuesday evenings at North View,
S.O.S. (SLIM OR SORRY) Orchard Lane and Willow Lane Schools. There are both
recreation and power divisions. Fall team registration fee
Slim or Sorry is a weight loss support group which shares is $165.
problems, hints and recipes with other members. They
meet from 6:30 -8 p.m. on Monday evenings at Garden City
School. Membership is $2.50. For more information and WOMEN'S OPEN VOLLEYBALL
the exact schedule of meeting dates call Dorothy Gade at A night of fun volleyball for post high school age. Bring a
522 -2717. friend or come alone. An enjoyable time plus good
exercise. Please, no organized teams. No charge. Runs
LINE DANCING through December 14. Gym time 2 hours.
No partner needed, easy -to -learn dances. Participants Day Begins Time Location Tues. Oct. 5 8:00 p.m. Earle Brown
will learn the fundamental steps and patterns making it
possible to go out on any dance floor. You will learn the
most popular country western line dances as well as many MIXED OPEN VOLLEYBALL
new ones. This class is ideal for anyone who loves music Open to all post high school age men and women. Choose
and dance. Please wear hard sole, low heel shoes. sides and play fun low -key volleyball. A night out for mom
Registration Fee $14.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. and dad. Activity fee is $1 per person, per session. Please,
0,nstructor Bev Wilson. no organized teams.
# Day Begins Time Location Day Begins Time Location
32 Thurs. Oct. 7 10:30 a.m. CC Wed. Oct. 6 7:30 p.m. BCHS
33 Tues. Oct. 12 6:30 p.m. Garden City
34 Tues. Oct. 12 7:30 p.m. Garden City
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
POTTERY POP PIANO WORKSHOP
The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing This method was designed for busy adults and introduced
and hand building. The community center offers a unique on the west coast. Learn how to play pop music tunes with
opportunity to practice your new skills by including in the both hands in ONE easy workshop! The secret lies in using
registration fee clay for projects, unlimited practice time chord symbols rather than reading notes in the music. I
and firing fees. Bring a workshirt to the first class. Please note reading isn't for you, try this method. It i
allow about $6 to purchase tools. Registration Fee $39.00/7 recommended that participants have a piano, keyboard or
Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Karen Haberle. organ for home practice. (You'll need to know the treble
# Day Begins Time Location clef. If you don't, for a free pamphlet, send a self addressed
36 Mon. Sept. 20 6:30 p.m. CC stamped envelope to 11011 Quebec Ave N., Champlin, MN
37 Tues. Sept. 21 6:30 p.m. CC 55316. Persons registering at the community center may
38 Mon. Nov. 8 6:30 p.m. CC pick one up.) A $20 material fee for a workbook and 60
39 Tues. Nov. 9 6:30 p.m. CC minute cassette will be collected in class. The class format
is lecture, demonstration and discussion. Instructor Craig
LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES Coffman is a professional pianist, piano instructor, and a
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the member of the Minnesota Music Teachers Association.
community center or have had previous experience and $10.00 /1 Session. Workshop 3 hours.
are familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an # Day Date Time Location
unlimited basis other than class time, and students may 44 Sat. Oct. 9 9:30 a.m. North View
have pieces fired in the seven week period. The lab DOG OBEDIENCE
program is designed for individuals who want to work Instructor will provide information in several areas of dog
independently. Clay may be purchased at the community obedience. Students will learn to work with their dog in
center. Arrange your own time to work in the lab during order to teach them social behavior and self - discipline. The
the seven weeks. No instruction. Starting week class is open to people 12 years and older whose dog is at
corresponds with pottery class schedule at the community least 6 months old. Registration Fee $25.00/8 Sessions.
center. Registration Fee $30.00/7 Weeks for new lab Classes 1 hour. Instructor Kari Ditty.
students. For returning participants, please check with # Da Be
instructor. y Ins Time Location 9
# Day Begins Time Location 45 Tues. Sept. 28 6:30 p.m. Fair Oaks
40 To Be Arranged CC PREPARE YOUR OWN WILL
41 To Be Arranged CC
This workshop will provide all the instructions, witnesses,
EMBOSSING & STENCILING WITH BRASS notaries and the form necessary to allow most participant
STENCILS to prepare and walk away with their own simple will. Als�
the process of making out your own will and what is
Learn to make exquisite cards by combining brass stencil involved will be discussed. Please bring your drivers
embossing, thermal embossing, stenciling with paint license or another form of picture identification. The cost
sticks, and stamp pads. It is easy and fun for all levels of of the will form is included in the registration fee. The
stencilers. Paints furnished by instructor for the two note workshop will be held at Earle Brown Commons
cards and book mark class projects. A supply fee of $14 will Apartment complex, 6100 Summit Dr. N. Instructor Lee V.
be collected by the instructor in class. This includes two Harpel is an attorney with the Murrin Law Firm.
brass stencils, paint brush, embossing tool and class Registration Fee $7.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours.
projects. Examples of the projects may be seen at the Date Time Location
community center. Instructor Kathy Theis is a member of # 46 Day Day 1 7:00 p.m. Earle Brown
the Stencil Artisan League. Registration Fee $5.00/1 Oct. . Commons
Session. Class 2Y2 hours.
# Day Date Time Location MEN'S "OVER 50' DROP -IN
42 Sat. Oct. 2 9:30 a.m. CC If you are interested in getting together informally with
43 Thurs. Oct. 7 7:00 p.m. CC other guys on a regular basis during the day, join us on
Mondays at 1 p.m. beginning Oct. 25. The group meets at
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND Centerbrook Clubhouse, 5500 Lilac Drive. Cards are now
The band is co- sponsored by the Brooklyn Center and played. Future activities could include chess, cribbage,
Brooklyn Park Parks and Recreation Departments and is scrabble or speakers on topics of particular interest to men.
open to all post high school age men and women. Practice Refreshments are available for purchase. Centerbrook is a
is Monday nights at North View Jr. High. New members smoke free building. Call Kathy at 569 -3400 with questions.
are welcome. For more information call the parks and MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS
recreation department at 569 -3400. Director Paul Minimum age 18. No pre-sign up, just bring a partner. Cost
Schierenbeck. of $3 per person, includes coffee, treats, expenses and
prizes. All players agree to abide by the rules of the
BROOKLYN PARK HARMONETTES tournament. Tournaments are run by Senior Adult
Interested in singing and performing for nursing homes, Volunteers on Saturday, September 18, October 16 an
community organizations, and senior citizen groups? November 20, 12:30 -3:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Centel
Then call Marlys Pash, President of Brooklyn Park Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Park and
Harmonettes at 566 -8184 and join this fun women's enter on the lower level. In case of inclement weather, call
singing group. 569 -3400.
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS
Community Tripsters is a program for people age 55 years and older who enjoy getting away and meeting new friends. We
live in an area which 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. Transits or motorcoach buses are used for day outings.
10 s departs and returns to Brooklyn Center Community Center. REGISTRATION for trips ACCEPTED IMMEDIATELY
mail or in person, no phone registrations. Deadline dates listed are on a space permitting basis only. Refunds given only
if trip is cancelled or a substitute can be found to take your place. On extended trips, refund policies are very liberal. For more
information, call 569 -3400.
October 12.15— WISCONSIN AUTUMN — You'll love the nooks and crannies of Wisconsin. A tour of New Glarus,
Horicon Marsh, Clydesdale Ranch, EAA Museum, Grand Opera House, Cranberry Expo and two nights at the elegant
Heidelhouse Resort on Green Lake and lunch and play at Fireside Dinner Theatre are just a few of the many highlights
of this great trip! Cost $365 /person, double occupancy (single /triple /quad available). A $50 deposit accepted
immediately to reserve your space. Final payment due by Sept. 3. Trip #615.
November 12 —THE NEW HISTORY CENTER —MN Historical Society. In addition to the Minnesota A -Z and Wild
Ricing exhibits, see the third and final phase, Common Ground. This newest exhibit opening early fall, features seven
ethnic and cultural communities in Minnesota. Lunch is on your own at Cafe Minnesota located in the history center.
Bus departs at 10:30 a.m. and returns approximately 3:30 p.m. Cost $6 /person includes transportation and escort. October
29, registration deadline. Trip #616.
October S—MN CASINO OVERNIGHT TOUR —CASS LAKE, MAHNOMEN AND WALKER —Pack your overnight
bag and join us for our Minnesota Casino excursion!! Try your luck at the Palace, Shooting Star and Northern Lights
Casinos. We will stay at the Shooting Star Lodge which is connected to the casino. Cost is $75 /person includes double
occupancy (single /triple /quad available), deluxe motorcoach, two meal discount coupons, free beverage coupon, juice
and rolls the morning of departure, door prizes, $85 (combination cash and coupons from the casinos) and professional
escort. September 1, registration deadline, space permitting. For a complete trip flyer call 569 -3400. Trip #700A.
December 13— HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR —This trip is bound to be a sellout! Our evening will begin with a delicious
dinner at the Cherokee Sirloin Room in Eagan. Following dinner, we board the bus for a narrated tour of the area's
outstanding holiday lights displays, including the Minnesota Zoo. Bus departs at 4 p.m. and returns approximately 9:30
p.m. Cost $29.50 /person includes professional tour guide, deluxe motorcoach, dinner, tax and gratuities. December 1,
registration deadline, space permitting. Trip #702A.
4 tecember 21— CANADA'S ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLET NUTCRACKER —
Ordway Music Theatre. See this holiday
classic the Star Tribune's Mike Steele said was "full of charm, celebrating ballet as much as it does childlike wonders."
Bus departs 1 p.m. and returns approximately 5:15 p.m. Cost $35/ per person includes transportation, escort and reserved
top price mezzanine tickets. November 12 registration deadline, space permitting. Trip #701A.
Space does not allow complete details of these tri ps.
If you would like more information sent to you, please call 569 -3400.
Registration accepted immediately.
Teen Activities
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH TEEN EXPO '93
Join us at North View Junior High for a back to school Don't miss Teen Expo '93. It's a free day of fun at Park
celebration. For grades 7 -9. Come and really get into the Center High School on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 3
spirit of the new school year. Junior high student picture p.m. For junior high students. Events include - inline
I.D. required for admission to the dance. Fee $4 /per skating, archery, juggling and much more. Questions call
person. Coat check 25 cents. Refreshments will be sold. 425 -4131. Sponsored by District 279 and Brooklyn Center,
Dance 3 hours. Brooklyn Park and Maple Grove Parks and Recreation
Day Date Time Location Departments.
Fri. Oct. 8 7:00 p.m. North View Day Date Time Location
SADIE HAWKINS DANCE Sat. Oct. 30 11:00 a.m. Park Center
The Sadie Hawkins dance will be on Friday, Nov. 19 from DANCIN' IN DECEMBER
7 -10 p.m. at North View Junior High. Special highlight of Get into the Christmas spirit at North View Junior High on
the dance is the jailhouse. Come and send your friends off Friday, December 17. Refreshments will be sold. Fee
jail. For grades 7 -9 only. Junior High picture I.D. $4 /per person. Coat check 25 cents. Junior High students
quired for admission to dance. Fee $4/ per person. Coat only. Picture I.D. required for admission to dance. Dance 3
check 25 cents. Refreshments will be sold. Dance 3 hours. hours.
Day Date Time Location Day Date Time Location
Fri. Nov. 19 7:00 p.m. North View Fri. Dec. 17 7:00 p.m. North View
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Children's Activities
CHILDREN'S DANCE PROGRAM
The dance program is offered during the school year. The fall session is 10 weeks and persons registering for fall will hav
priority in registering for the winter/ spring session which begins in January and runs for 14 weeks.
Spring Dance Recital
The annual dance recital will tentatively be held at Park Center High School
on Saturday, May 7 at 7 p.m. with rehearsal the evening of May 6.
Costumes
Every year we try to keep costumes simple and inexpensive and still put on a professional looking recital.
This year participants should expect costumes to run an additional $20 -22 above the class registration fee.
This fee will be due late January.
Dance Attire
Special shoes and dance attire are optional. Students should avoid wearing clothing that conceals body movement.
If you wish to purchase shoes and /or a leotard, please wait until you talk to the instructor.
TINY TOT TAP AND BALLET I TAP AND BALLET 1
This class is for preschool children who will be at least 3 The fundamentals of ballet and simple tap combinations
1 /2 years old by December 1, 1993. Participants will have will be taught in this beginning level class. The class is for
an opportunity to learn beginning ballet movements and grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $20.00/ 10 Sessions. Classes 45
tap steps. A simple dance routine will be introduced. min. Instructor Rachel Woods.
Registration Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. # Day Begins Time Location
Instructor Rachel Woods #'s 47;48. 53 Sat. Sept. 25 11:35 a.m. Earle Brown
# Day Begins Time Location
47 Sat. Sept. 25 9:00 a.m. Earle Brown
48 Sat. Sept. 25 9:50 a.m. Earle Brown TAP AND BALLET 11
49 Mon. Sept. 27 5:00 p.m. Willow Lane
Tap and Ballet II is for children in grades 1 -3 with at least
TINY TOT TAP AND BALLET 11 one year of tap and ballet training or children in grades 4-6
with little or no training. Fundamental dance steps and
This class is for preschool children at least 4 years old who movements will be reviewed and the class will progress
have had at least one year of tap and ballet and into more advanced combinations and dance routine
kindergarten children. Students will continue with ballet Registration Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min.
fundamentals and learn new tap combinations. # Day Begins Time Location
Registration Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. 54 Mon. Sept. 27 7:35 p.m. Willow Lane
# Day Begins Time Location
50 Mon. Sept. 27 5:50 p.m. Willow Lane
CREATIVE DANCE AND JAZZ
Here is an opportunity for children in grades 1 -5 to enjoy the freedom of creative expression combined
with modern jazz movements. Children in kindergarten who have previous dance training may
register. Registration Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Rachel Woods #51.
# Day Begins Time Location
51 Sat. Sept. 25 10:40 a.m. Earle Brown
52 Mon. Sept. 27 6:40 p.m. Willow Lane
REGISTRATION
Registration • for
begins at 11 a.m. See •. •• �•
The [�arks and � lo � •• from
1 1 . Saturda from 8:30 . .. from 11:90 p Telephone 11
number 11 TDD number no
Make check payable to the City of B rooklyn
• There is n o confirmation of • • • in • • •• •
must be •
• Waiting lists are • when classes are filled. and space is available be •
recommen you register at least 5 days in ad vance
Instruct • • permitted to accept lo cation.
NOTICE
The parks and recreation department does not provide accident insurance for participants in any of its programs.
Participants assume all inherent risk of injury from their involvement in programs or activities outlined in this brochure.
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
BROOKLYN CENTER INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
GYMNASTICS PROGRAM Intermediate Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -6 who
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been have either passed Beginning Gymnastics For Girls or can
developed using a skill progression of classes. The purpose do the following skills: Tumbling — forward and backward
f f this progression is to provide participants with a safe, roll, cartwheel, headstand; Beam —walk forward and
comfortable advancement in gymnastics allowing them back, front support and mount, squat turn, forward roll;
to develop to their potential. Most students partici- Vault— straddle, hip squat; Bars —back hip circle, single
pate in a class two to three times before leg cut, pull over to front support. Registration Fee $27.00/
progressing to the next level. Parents 10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour, 15 min. Instructors Theresa
may attend the last 15 minutes of the Mickelson & Anita Westberg.
last class. Separate classes have been set up for # Day Begins Time Location
preschool children and elementary age girls. If 67 Sat. Sept. 25 11:45 a.m. North View
you have questions about where to place your
child, please call Sue at 569 -3400. SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS
Through years of experience, we have found our
PRESCHOOL 1 GYMNASTICS gymnastics and dance classes are conducted more
Preschool Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3V2 -5. smoothly when not being observed by parents. Children,
(Children must be 3V2 by September 23, 1993 in order to as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their
register for this class.) Basic gymnastics and exercises are peers in a recreation setting. Parents are welcome to attend
designed to improve child's motor skills and coordination. the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short
Class activities include tumbling and an introduction to demonstration. Schedules will be given to students on the
the balance beam, bars and vault. Students must be able to first day of class.
do all skills before advancing to Preschool II Gymnastics.
There is a class ratio of 8 students/ instructor. Registration PRESCHOOL 1993.94
Fee $22.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructors Registration for 1993 fall preschool accepted
Theresa Mickelson #'s 57,59; Anita Westberg #'s 55,56,58. immediately. A limited number of openings may be
# Day Begins Time Location available in the classes listed below. The preschool
55 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:30 p.m. North View program at the Brooklyn Center Community Center is for
56 Sat. Sept. 25 9:00 a.m. North View children 3V2 -5 years old. Children must be 3 V2 by October
57 Sat. Sept. 25 10:55 a.m. North View 31, 1993 and be toilet trained. (Children turning 3V2
58 Sat. Sept. 25 10:55 a.m. North View between November 1 and December 31, 1993 may be
• 59 Wed. Sept. 29 6:15 p.m. BCHS placed on a waiting list for winter and spring sessions.)
The program emphasizes group socialization, music, art,
PRESCHOOL II /KINDERGARTEN science and community awareness. Your child will learn
GYMNASTICS numbers, colors, games stressing coordination, finger
This class is for preschool children ages 4 and up who have plays, and stories will be read. Field trips and parent
passed Preschool I Gymnastics and kindergarten children programs are also part of the program. The fee is for the
with little or no gymnastics experience. Children will learn 12 week fall session. If you should find it necessary to
more advanced moves on the low balance beam, tumbling request a refund between the time of registration and Sept.
and bars. There is a class ratio of 8 students/ instructor. 1, there will be a $10 administration charge. Instructor Mrs.
Registration Fee $22.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Braun, certified teacher.
Instructor Theresa Mickelson. # Day Begins Time Cost
# Day Begins Time Location 501 Mon. Sept. 13 12:30 -2:30 p.m. $49
60 Thurs. Sept. 23 6:30 p.m. North View 502 Fri. Sept. 10 9:30 -11:30 a.m. 49
61 Sat. Sept. 25 9:00 a.m. North View 505 T & TH Sept. 9 1:00 -3:00 p.m. 98
62 Wed. Sept. 29 7:05 p.m. BCHS JOHNNY APPLESEED
For pre - kindergarten age boys & girls 3V2 -5 years old.
BEGINNING GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS Come and join the fun as we learn about the adventures of
Beginning Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -6 who have Johnny Appleseed and his very special fruit. Cooking,
had little or no gymnastics experience. Kindergarten girls apple printing and singing songs are some of the great
who have completed at least two preschool gymnastics "apple' activities planned. Registration Fee $5.50/1
sessions with Brooklyn Center may register. Participants Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Nancy Novotny.
will be taught basic tumbling skills such as rolls, # Day Date Time Location
cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. Students will be 68 Fri. Sept. 24 1:00 P.M. CC
taught simple skills on the beam, vault, and uneven bars. 69 Sat. Sept. 25 1:00 P.M. CC
Registration Fee $22.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. CHILDREN'S OPEN GYM
Instructors Theresa Mickelson #'s 63,65; Anita Westberg Under the supervision of a leader, boys and girls in grades
#'s 64,66. 3-6 can play basketball, volleyball or other gym activities.
- # Day Begins Time Location The cost is 50 cents per child per time. Stop by for a night
3 Thurs Sept. 23 7:20 p.m. North View of fun and exercise. Program 2 hours. Pay at the door.
64 Thurs. Sept. 23 7:20 p.m. North View Day Begins Time Location
65 Sat. Sept. 25 9:50 a.m. North View Mon. Oct. 11 6:00 p.m. Fair Oaks
66 Sat. Sept. 25 9:50 a.m. North View Wed. Oct. 13 6:00 p.m. Orchard Lane
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
HALLOWEEN PARTY & SWIM BEGINNING KARATE
Calling all ghosts and goblins in sixth grade and younger! Students will learn the basic kicks and punches,
Join us at the community center as we celebrate the ninth self - defense, and safety. They will also learn the first karate
annual Halloween Party. Children will play ghoulish routine called FORM. For grades 2 -6. Registration Fee
games, win prizes and enjoy special Halloween treats. $13.00/5 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Jim Stringer,.
After playing the games, children will also have the 4th degree black belt with 11 years teaching experience.
opportunity to swim and use the water slide. Cost includes # Day Begins Time Location
a Halloween bag, one chance at each game booth, treats, 71 Mon. Sept. 27 3:10 p.m. Palmer Lake
prizes, swimming, and use of water slide. Parents who 72 Tues. Sept. 28 3:15 p.m. Fair Oaks
wish to swim and use the water slide will pay general 73 Wed. Sept. 29 3:15 p.m. Garden City
admission price at the community center desk on day of 74 Thurs. Sept. 30 3:00 p.m. Earle Brown
party. (Participants must meet a minimum height 75 Thurs. Nov. 11 3:00 p.m. Earle Brown
requirement of 52" in order to go down water slide alone. 76 Mon. Nov. 15 3:40 p.m. Northport
Those not meeting the minimum requirement may go 77 Tues. Nov. 16 3:10 p.m. Orchard Lane
down when accompanied by an adult, 18 years and older.) 78 Wed. Nov. 17 3:40 p.m. Willow Lane
Six year old children and under must be accompanied by
an adult. Adults are invited to accompany older children BABYSITTING CLINIC
as well. Party 2 hours. Register by Thursday, October 28 and
fee is $3 1child. After October 28, registration fee is $5 1child. The Students in grades 4 -6 will learn about the fascinating and
Brooklyn Center Lions Club will assist with the party. challenging world of childcare. They will learn how to
# Day Date Time Location provide basic childcare, recreational activities for young
70 Sun. Oct. 31 2:00 p.m. CC children, how to prevent accidents, give simple first aid
and utilize community resources for emergency help. This
class is a must for any student interested in babysitting.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Class attendance at all sessions is required to be awarded
The after school program enables students to explore fields Red Cross completion card. Absences will not be made up.
outside the regular school curriculum and will be held Students must bring a pencil, paper and snack.
immediately after school. These programs are designed to Registration Fee $16.00/3 Sessions. Classes 3 hours.
acquaint elementary students with a new skill or to enjoy Instructor Linda Berglund, Red Cross Certified Instructor.
a new activity. Flyers will be distributed to children at # Day Begins Time Location
school. If you would like to see a class offered or would 79 Sat. Oct. 9 12:30 p.m. CC
like to be an instructor for a class, please contact Sue at the 80 Sat. Nov. 6 12:30 p.m. CC
parks and recreation department, 569 -3400. •
Centerbrook
9 Hole Par 3
5500 North Lilac Drive • Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
561.3239
Golf Lessons Fall Tune -Up Special
Centerbrook Golf Course offers a wide range of lessons Tune -up your swing for your fall golf game. Lessons will
throughout the entire year. Lessons are designed for all focus on swing, power, club control, weight shift, etc.
abilities, beginner to experienced. Below is a list of golf Instruction will be given on an individual or group basis
activities for September and October. For additional and times will be set up individually with the instructor.
information, call Centerbrook at 561 -3239. Registration is # Of Golfers Length of Lesson Fee
on a first -come, first - served basis. Registration accepted 1 V2 Hour $20.00
immediately at Centerbrook Golf Course. 1 1 Hour 30.00
2 1 Hour 40.00
Basic Fundamental Golf Lessons 3 1 Hour 50.00
Swing into fall with easy and fun golf lessons. The one 4 1 Hour 60.00
hour class meets Mondays and Wednesdays. One free
round of golf is included. Classes are limited to 8 golfers, Video Golf Analysis
minimum of 4 and are held rain or shine. Bring a 9 iron or Work on your golf game in your own living room
wedge to the first class. Registration Fee $45.00/5 Sessions. throughout the year with your own personal golf swing
Days Begins Times video. See your golf swing through professional video tape
Mon. & Wed. Sept. 13 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. techniques including freeze frame, slow motion and real
time. Allow approximately V2 hour for us to video tape
your swing. The instructor will give a 15 minute analysis*
on the video tape. Allow about 10 days to process your
video. One T -30 VHS video tape is included. Video taping
will be set up individually with golfers and instructor. The
Lessons Register for Golf ' ' fee is only $50.
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Senior Adult Activities
If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy Flesher, Senior Adult Coordinator, 569 -3400.
SENI SPECIAL • TRANSPORTATION
FRIDAY, September 10 Mini - coaches provide transportation to city sponsored
A special time has been set aside for persons 62 year and activities, grocery shopping, and major shopping
older who want to register for adult activities listed iri excursions from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes
this brochure. A person may sign tip for themselves or and homes. A donation of $125 round trip is asked;
their immediate family. NUMBERS HANDED OUT 1 however, those unable to make a donation will not be
WHEN THE DOOR OPENS AT 8:30 A.M. WITH turned away. For information about the Five Cities
REGISTRATION FOLLOWING. USE HANDI- Transportation Program, call Rita DeBruyn 537 -4534 ext.
CAPPED DOOR, LOWER LEVEL. 33. To make a reservation, call 537 -0229.
SENIOR HAPPENINGS MEN'S "OVER 50" DROP -IN
Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center
Parks and Recreation Department. The "Senior See page 10 for information.
Happenings" tell activities going on at the clubs, in the
community and outings offered. Call for yours today! MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS
SOCIAL CLUBS See page 10 for information.
Leisure Time Club
Meets Wednesdays for cards throughout the year from TRIPS AND OUTINGS
11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Birthdays are celebrated the first
Wednesday with entertainment and refreshments. Bring See page 11 Community Tripsters.
your lunch, beverage available. The monthly schedule is
published in the Senior Happenings. SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
Brooklyn Twins /Supper Club See page 20 Swim Activities for information.
Brooklyn Supper Club meets the third Friday of each
month through May at the Brooklyn Center Community
Center. All persons 55 years and older are welcome with FITNESS & FUN FOR 55 + CHAIR FITNESS
advanced paid reservations. The full evening includes a & AQUA EXERCISE
* elidous dinner, entertainment or cards. The cost is $5 for See pages 8 &9 for information.
embers, $6 for non - members. (Membership is $2.) Join
us on Sept. 17 for a tasty Bar B -Q RIB dinner. Complete
information is in the monthly SENIOR HAPPENINGS. SWIMMING POOL
ADVANCED PAID RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Senior adult memberships are available for Brooklyn
Center residents 62 years and older at a special rate of $34
"BRIDGE FOR FUN" for three months or $14 for one month. Application may
Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly be made at the community center desk Non - residents and
afternoon of bridge. We play the first & third Thursday of resident seniors not interested in membership may swim
each month at 1 p.m. Call 569 -3400 for information. Bridge at senior adult single admission rate of $2 per time. The
held at Earle Brown Commons Apartments, 6100 Summit water slide is an additional $125
Dr. N. This activity is open to the public.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING GIF� 1'�A
Free screening is done at the following areas: , V
Brooklyn Center Community Center —6301
Shingle Creek Parkway. Last Wednesday of each
month, 10:30 a.m. -Noon. A craft club run by seniors who sell their handcrafted
CEAP -7231 Brooklyn Boulevard, Thursday, 10 a.m.- items. Membership is limited to Brooklyn Center seniors
Noon. or members of either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For
West Fire Station -6250 Brooklyn Blvd., more information, call 561 -9278 or 561 -4805. Shoppers,
Monday - Friday, 8-10 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. visit the Gift Trunk on the first Wednesday of each month
- 8 P. M. from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Selected items are on display and
are available for purchase at the Brooklyn Center
Community Center throughout the year. The Gift Trunk
SENIOR ANSWER LINE Iff will also be open during fall registration on September 11,
This new telephone information and referral service will 8 a.m. -1 p.m.
�
elp senior adults of Northwest Suburban Hennepin
ounty locate needed services close to home. Trained Senior Adult Activities continued on page 16
volunteers and staff will answer phones between 9 a.m: 4
p.m., Monday- Friday, 522 -0850. Sponsored by Senior
Resources and affiliated with United Way, First Call For
Help Network.
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SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
SENIOR INFLUENZA CLINIC T.A. P.
Tues., Nov. 2, 9 -11:30 a.m.—Brooklyn Center Community Telephone Assurance Program for elderly and individuals
Center —lower level. with disabilities who live alone. The program has helped
Flu and pneumococcal immunizations will be available several persons with immediate needs; in some cases
only to: emergency situations. If you are interested in the program
■ Adults age 62 or older. for yourself or a friend, contact a TAP clerk at 566-0157. We
g really care about our participants! Sponsored by the
■ People of any age with chronic disorders of the heart Brooklyn Center Police Department.
or lungs, including asthma.
• People who have required medical follow -up in the
preceding year for chronic conditions such as i
diabetes, kidney dysfunction, blood disorders, or
weakened immune systems.
• Children and adolescents receiving long -term
aspirin therapy (flu shots only).
A donation of $5 for each immunization is requested, but
no one will be refused if unable to pay. For more
information, call Hennepin County Health Department at
348 -2741.
Special Activities
ADAPTED RECREATION
The adapted recreation program is a cooperative effort of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley,
Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and West Hennepin Community Center. Participants must pre- register.
Residents may register beginning August 30, non - residents beginning September 7 on a space availability basis. West
Hennepin Community Center is an agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West
and Northwest Hennepin areas. Services include information and referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include
social/ recreation clubs and education programs. An integration specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and
individuals who are interested in participating in non - adapted parks and recreation programs. Call Peggy at 933 -9105 for
information and registration procedures.
Parent /Child Dance Class--A fun, energizing dance class for parent and child to share and enjoy together. We'll wiggle,
jiggle, jump, dash, and turn! By exploring movement we will begin to learn the art of dance with the help of musical
instruments, balloons, scarves, a parachute, and more. This class is for children with or without disabilities and is designed
to create better awareness and higher self esteem. Discover the wonderful world of dance while spending quality time
with your child. Please call Peggy for information.
Teen Bowling League —Meet new friends at our popular bowling league on Tuesday afternoons, 4-6 p.m., Sept. 21 - Nov.
23. NO program Nov. 2. For teens ages 12 -17. The league fee is $17 plus $2.50 for each Tuesday bowled. We bowl at
Doyles, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal.
Adult Bowling League —Join in our league every Saturday morning. For adults 18 years and older who want to improve
their techniques, show off their skills, meet new friends and just have fun! The league runs Sept. 25 - Nov. 20,at Doyles,
5000 W. Broadway, Crystal. $17 league fee, plus $2.50 for each Saturday bowled.
i
Basketball League —For adult men and women 18 years and older. If you are interested in playing in a competitive, yet
social basketball league sponsored by WHCS call Peggy for information. Games played on Monday, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. The
fee is $20.
Friday Night Social —Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a group of people? Come join us Fridays
for a variety of activities. Hiking, crafts, bingo, swimming, movies and other special activities will be planned with input
from you. We meet at Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd., 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Sept. 24 - Nov. 19. The fee is $20.
Individualized Leisure Planning —Are you new in town, bored, or looking for more to do? WHCS can assist people
with disabilities in finding and planning recreational activities that fit their lifestyle. We can also assist with finding
way to work through obstacles that keep you from participating in recreation opportunities. You may plan what your
recreational goals are for the future and how you will accomplish those goals. Students may also use a staff person with
a Therapeutic Recreation background as a resource at [EP meetings. For more information or an appointment call Peggy.
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SPECIAL ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND BROOKDALE HENNEPIN AREA LIBRARY
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES The library is located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway and
CEAP offers chore service and home delivered meals to is open Monday - Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and
eligible individuals who are over 60 years and any Friday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For general
person of any age with a disability living in Brooklyn information call 569 -3600; reference information, 569 -3610;
Park, Brooklyn Center and south to 49th Ave. N in Renewal information 569 -3601; TDD 569 -3606.
Mpls. Hot meals are delivered by volunteers at noon
Monday through Friday.
The Chore Program includes yard work, minor home AUXILIARY AIDS
repairs, window washing, housekeeping and Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available
clean -up. Workers are skills -bank applicants whose upon request at least % hours in advance. Please call Arnie
references are thoroughly checked. Their name is Mavis, Director of Recreation 569 -3400.
added to our list of workers and referred to you when
you call for service. You pay the worker when the job
is completed. Contact Terry or Lois at 566 -9600.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT DROP -IN DON'T BE DISAPPOINTEDI
Most of the programs or activities offered in this brochure
The Northwest Community Support Drop -In Center has have a minimum and maximum number of registrants.
social recreation programs for adults in Northwest Some programs fill to capacity within a few days of the
Hennepin who have experienced mental health difficul- beginning of registration. In other cases, we have to cancel
ties. The drop -in center offers a variety of activities: table activities several days before the starting date, if they
games, athletics, socialization, art, individual living skills appear to be under enrolled. There have been several
and community outings. Most activities offered are at little instances where individuals have expressed interest in a
or no cost to the participant. If you would like more informa- program that has already been cancelled.
tion on the program, please contact Theresa at 535 -6069. A In either case,
calendar of events is available upon request. Come see us it is highly advantageous to register early!!
at 5510 W. Broadway/ Crystal Gallery Mall, Room 215-A.
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BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB
The Brooklyn Center Women's club is sponsored by the
®
ooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department. COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS
eetings are the second Tuesday of the month from CONSTITUTION HALL in the Brooklyn Center
eptember Through May at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall of Community Center is available for business meetings and
the Brooklyn Center Community Center. The club was private functions. It is a great place to host a family
organized in January of 1966. The purpose of the reunion, shower, graduation or anniversary party. The
organization is to promote social, cultural and civic building may also be reserved for overnight functions.
activities for area women. Membership is open to any Room set -up, including tables, chairs, P.A. system and use
woman 21 years or older. A variety of programs are of a small kitchen is included in the usage fee. This unique
presented each month, followed by refreshments and a room can accommodate up to 205 persons with banquet
social time. Join us on Tuesday, September 14 at Noon for style seating and 250 for lecture style. Brooklyn Center
the annual fall luncheon, followed by the entertainment Community Center is a smoke free building and alcohol is
group, South Side Swingers. Members host the luncheon, not permitted. To find out more about fees and availability,
non - members pay $4. ALL ARE WELCOME! October 12 is call Kathy Flesher, 569 -3400. For pool rental information,
Minnie Pearl Day; bring a decorated hat and tell a favorite call Donna Powers, 569 -3317.
joke. Prizes awarded, come and join the fun. On November
9, we'll hear about telephones of the future from a US
WEST DIRECT representative. Trips are sponsored
monthly to area attractions beginning with September 28 LET THE SILVER SLIPPER DANCERS
when we go to Sauk Rapids to Pirates Cove for a scenic fall ENTERTAIN YOUI
boat trip and luncheon. On October 21, a trip to Brainerd Let the Silver Slipper Dancers entertain at your next club
is scheduled to see the fabulous Geritol Frolics. It's out to meeting or special event. ENJOY a fun repertoire of dances
the Old Log for lunch and the play "Don't Dress For set to broadway hits and nostalgic favorites. All members
Dinner" on November 19. Complete information about of this dance group are 50 years or older. For more
these trips is available at the monthly meetings. For information, call Eileen at 561 -0859. Sponsored by
information about the club, call 533 -1016. Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department.
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US
Your child's birthday is a very important event. For an
tra special day, plan a swimming party! Small groups (20
less) are invited to reserve a room for the party. There is
no charge for the room and the birthday child receives free
admission to the pool and use of water slide. Please call
569 -3400 to make a reservation.
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H Activities
UCLIUAY UAZAAU
—" SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
100 CRAFTORS - Quality at reasonable prices!
EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER
6155 Earle Brown Drive • Brooklyn Center
Bring your family & friends and see how little you have to spend!
* FREE Admission yE FREE Coffee
* FREE Parking * No Strollers;
* FREE Coat Check FREE Stroller Check
Childcare Available • 75 cents per hour
Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department
569.3400
WANDA THE WITCH RETURNS — GOBBLE, GOBBLE, GOBBLE — PRESCHOOL
PRESCHOOL The feathers will fly as pre - kindergarten boys and girls
Wanda, the good witch, returns with lots of 3V2 -5, gather together to prepare for the big " turkey day!!"
bewitching fun. Three and a half to five year Come join us for this fun filled holiday class with crafts,
old pre- kindergarten boys and girls will sing songs, fingerplays and holiday games. We'll even make
Halloween songs, hear a story about a good and "gobble" a special treat. Registration Fee $5.50/1
little witch, play games and make a special Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Nancy Novotny.
holiday treat to go along with her witches' brew!! # Day Date Time Location
Registration Fee $5.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor 85 Fri. Nov. 19 1:00 P.M. CC
Nancy Novotny. 86 Sat. Nov. 20 1:30 p.m. CC .
# Day Date Time Location
81 Fri. Oct. 22 1:00 P.M. CC PIE, PIE & MORE PIE — CHILDREN
82 Sat. Oct. 23 1:00 P.M. CC Learn how to make delicious pumpkin and homemade
GREAT PUMPKIN WORKSHOP — fruit pies in time for the holiday season. Each child will
KINDERGARTEN make their own individual pie to take home. Bring an
Kindergarten ghosts and goblins will really enjoy this apron and a sandwich as we will be having a pie and milk
opportunity to make some Halloween creations. Children break. For grades 2 -6. Registration Fee $6.00/1 Session.
will make a Halloween craft and special Halloween treats Class 3 hours. Instructor Agnes Hennen.
including a chocolate lollipop! Don't forget to wear old # Day Date Time Location
clothes or bring a paint shirt. Registration Fee $6.50/1 87 Sat. Nov. 20 10:00 a.m. CC
Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson.
# Day Date Time Location LITTLE ELVES WORKSHOP — PRESCHOOL
83 Sat. Oct. 16 10:00 a.m. CC & KINDERGARTEN
GREAT PUMPKIN WORKSHOP — CHILDREN A unique one session workshop for preschool and
kindergarten age children 3V2 -6 years old. (Minimum age
Ghosts and goblins in grades 1 -6 will really enjoy this 3V2 by Dec. 1, 1993.) Our "Little Elves" will make a holiday
opportunity to make some Halloween creations. Children craft, decorate cookies, sing songs and play festive games.
will make a Halloween craft and special Halloween treats Mrs. Claus will also be arriving from the North Pole
including chocolate lollipops using the Halloween figure making this a very special day! Registration Fee $6.50/1
of their choice. Don't forget to wear old clothes or bring a Session. Class 2 hours. Instructors Colleen Braun & Sue
paint shirt. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Koffski.
Instructor Kay Larson.
# Day Date Time Location # Day Date Time Location
P.M. CC 88 Mon. Dec. 6 2:00 p.m. CC
84 Sat. Oct. 16 1:00
89 Mon. Dec. 6 5:30 p.m. CC
HALLOWEEN PARTY — CHILDREN 90 Tues. Dec. 7 10:00 a.m. CC
See Children's Activities page 14 for details. 91 Tues. Dec. 7 1:00 P.M. CC
REFUND PROCEDURE FOR • i ONE DAY CLASSES
Requests • for • one be •
charge. Sorty, no refunds will be issued later than seven days before the class date. Waiting lists are established when classes fill.
If a child who is registered is unable to attend a class, someone from the waiting list is called. Individuals may not make their own
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HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
WEE GIFTMAKERS — PRESCHOOL KIDS SHOPPING KORNER — CHILDREN
During this class, the meaning of Christmas and gift giving On Saturday, December 11 kids can do their very own
becomes very special. Your pre- kindergartner will make a holiday shopping for their parents, brothers, sisters and
gift to give proudly to their favorite adult. Festive songs grandparents. The Senior Adults of the Brooklyn Twins
and fingerplays will also add to the holiday spirit. For Club and volunteers from the Brooklyn Center Women's
children 3V2 -5 years old. Registration Fee $6.00/1 Session. Club will be there to help children choose their gifts. All
Class 2 hours. Instructor Nancy Novotny. gifts —$4.50 and under. Sorry, no adults allowed to peek!
# Day Date Time Location Free gift wrapping too. The Shopping Komer is open from
92 Wed. Dec 15 6:00 p.m. CC 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment only. Call 569 -3400
beginning November 19 for your child's shopping
CHRISTMAS GIFTS — KINDERGARTEN appointment; space is limited.
Kindergarten children will make a gift pretty enough to SANTA'S MAILBOX —
give proudly to family or friends. Time permitting, �� CHILDREN
participants will also get the opportunity to make a special
Christmas card. Bring a box to put your gift in. Participants Visit Santa's Mailbox between
should wear old clothes or bring a paint shirt. Registration
i December 1 -10 at the Community
Center. Write your letter on the
Fee $6.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson.
>: s ecial Dear Santa form provided
# Day Date Time Location s ir; . _- ;
93 Sat. Dec. 18 10:00 a.m. CC ,; by the parks and recreation
department. Parents, please make
1 sure child's name and address are
CHRISTMAS GIFTS — CHILDREN `, �/ written legibly. After writing your
Children will make a gift pretty enough to give proudly to letter, deliver it to Santa's Mailbox
family or friends. This will be a new gift from previous located next to the office at the community center. Within
years. Time permitting, participants will also get the a few days, a letter from Santa will arrive. Questions, call
opportunity to make Christmas cards. Bring a box to put 569 -3400.
your gift in. Participants should wear old clothes or bring
a paint shirt. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $6.00/1 HOLLY SUNDAY
Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson.
Sunday,
# Day Date Time Location 5 p.m.
5
94 Sat. Dec. 4 1:30 p.m. CC Brooklyn Center Community Center
95 Sat. Dec. 11 1:30 p.m. CC Schedule of activities:
MRS. CLAUS' KITCHEN — CHILDREN 2 - 4 p.m. Visit Santa & Hayrides
In this one -day cooking /baking workshop, participants 3:15 p.m. Holiday Puppet Show
will make some of their favorite holiday treats with Santa's 4 p.m. Performance by Kids Kollectibles
Elves. And, of course, Mrs. Claus will be there! Everyone — children's music with Bernie the Bear
will get a recipe booklet and some homemade goodies to and Rudy the Robot
take home. Children should bring an apron, a small shoe 5 p.m. Lighting of the Brooklyn Center
box and a sandwich. We will be having a cookie and milk Holiday Tree
break. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. FREE!!!
Class 212 hours. Please bring an unwrapped toy as a donation to CEAP.
# Day Date Time Location Details about the fourth annual Holly Sunday will be sent
96 Sat. Dec. 4 10:00 a.m. CC to the schools and published in local newspapers. The pool
97 Sat. Dec. 11 10:00 a.m. CC and water slide will be open from noon to 6 p.m. General
98 Sat. Dec. 18 1:00 P.M. CC admission prices are in effect. See community center page
for costs.
SEE SANTA — FAMILY
Boys and Girls! Moms and Dads! Santa Claus is coming to FAMILY SWIM — CHRISTMAS EVE DAY
Brooklyn Center. Along with Santa's elves, we will sing Join us on Dec. 24 from 9 a.m. -2 p.m. The pool and slide
songs, play games, enjoy treats and have lots of holiday will open for all ages at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 24. Bring the
fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult. See Santa whole family or drop the kids off while you do those last
is recommended for ages 3-8. Deadline to register is minute chores! Admission fee is regular pool and water
Tuesday, November 30, space permitting. Registration slide prices. Memberships are accepted. NOTE: Children
Fee $3 children/1 session, $2 adults/ 1 session. Party 2 must be at least 52" tall to use the water slide alone or must
hours. For more information, call 569 -3400. be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
# Day Date Time Location
99 Sat. Dec. 4 10:00 a.m. CC PLEASE NOTE
• 100 Sat. Dec. 4 1:00 P.M. CC Young artists and young cooks may get paint, glue, food
or other art media on their clothing and shoes while in
class. The parks and recreation department recommends
children dress in old clothes. You may also want to send
an old paint shirt or apron.
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Swim Activities
Registration for swim lessons begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, NORTH VIEW CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS
Sept. 11. All other class registrations begin at 11 a.m. Beginner through Swimmer lessons for children 6 years of
(Numbers will be given out one hour prior to registration.) age and older. Classes have an average ratio of 5
WHEN REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS, PLEASE students/ instructor. Registration Fee $25.00/10 Lessons.
GIVE US THE NUMBER OF THE CLASS. Classes 30 min.
Brooklyn Center Parks & Recreation Department uses # Day Begins Time Location
the American Red Cross Swimming Progression for 127 Mon. Sept. 20 6:00 p.m. North View
lessons. 128 Mon. Sept. 20 6:35 p.m. North View
129 Mon. Sept. 20 7:10 p.m. North View
The pool, exercise room and sauna will be closed
from September 7 -14 for cleaning. ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
Swim lessons for children and adults of all ages with
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS physical or developmental disabilities. Classes have a ratio
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for of one student to one instructor. Registration Fee $30.00/10
children 2 and 3 years old. One parent must accompany Lessons. Classes 30 min.
the child in the water, preferably the same parent each # Day Begins Time Location
time. Registration Fee $25.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 130 Sat. Sept. 18 9:30 a.m. CC
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS BEG. ADULT & HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS
# Day Begins Time Location
101 Thurs. Sept. 16 6:00 p.m. CC Instruction for adults and high school students with very
102 Thurs. Sept. 16 6:35 p.m. CC little swimming experience. This is an opportunity to learn
103 Sat. Sept. 18 10:40 :35 a.m. CC with others of comparable ability. Open to high school age
105 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC and up. Registration Fee $32/10 Lessons. Classes 40 min.
106 Tues. Sept. 21 6:35 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
DAY CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS 131 Mon. Sept. 20 10:40 a.m. CC
107 M & W Sept. 20 9:30 a.m. CC 132 Tues. Sept. 21 7:45 p.m. CC
108 M & W Oct. 25 9:30 a.m. CC
INT. ADULT & HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS
PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS This is for adults and high school students who are
Beginner through Swimmer lessons for children 4 years of comfortable in the water and wish to brush up on strokes,
age and older. Classes have an average ratio of 5 learn new strokes, or work on endurance. Open to high
students/ instructor. Parents do not accompany child in school age and up. Registration Fee $32.00/10 Lessons.
water. Registration Fee $25.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Classes 40 min.
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS # Day Begins Time Location
FOR PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN 133 Thurs. Sept. 16 7:45 p.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location 134 Wed. Sept. 22 10:40 a.m. CC
109 Thurs. Sept. 16 6:00 p.m. CC SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
110 Thurs. Sept. 16 6:35 p.m. CC
111 Thurs. Sept. 16 7:10 p.m. CC Swim lessons for men and women ages 62 years and older.
112 Thurs. I'
Sept. 16 7:45 .m. CC Here is a chance to brush up on skills you have already
113 Sat. Sept. 18 9:30 a.m. CC learned, experience new skills or just start right from the
114 Sat. Sept. 18 10:05 a.m. CC very beginning. We also have room for "Super Chickens."
115 Sat. Sept. 18 10:40 a.m. CC Registration Fee $32.00/10 Lessons. Brooklyn Center
116 Sat. Sept. 18 11:15 a.m. CC residents $27.00/10 Lessons. Classes same days and times
117 Tues. Sept. 21 6:00 p.m. CC as adult lessons.
118 Tues. Sept. 21 6:35 p.m. CC
119 Tues. Sept. 21 7:10 p.m. CC DIVING
120 Tues. Sept. 21 7:45 p.m. CC Beginning lessons on the one and three meter diving boards
FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY for children who are Advanced Beginner or better swim -
121 Mon. Sept. 20 9:30 a.m. CC mers. Registration Fee $25.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
122 Wed. Sept. 22 9:30 a.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
DAY CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS
FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY 135 Thurs. Sept. 16 7:45 p.m. CC
123 M & W Sept. 20 10:05 a.m. CC 136 Sat. Sept. 18 10:40 a.m. CC
124 M & W Sept. 20 10:40 a.m. CC SPECIAL NOTE FOR SWIM LESSON VIEWING
125 M & W Oct. 25 10:05 a.m. CC
126 M & W Oct. 25 10:40 a.m. CC All swim lessons held at the Community Center may be
observed by parents from the upstairs windows located in
the gameroom. Sorry —no parents are allowed on the pool
deck or downstairs observation area during lessons.
discolor Chlorine treated water CAN respo nsible.
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SWIM ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING LIFEGUARD TRAINING REVIEW/
A class designed for Swimmer level students and above RECERTIFICATION
who are interested in learning some of the skills which are This class is for those students with a current American
unique to competitive swimming —the butterfly stroke, Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate. Note: You will
racing dives, and flip turns, as well as practicing the other also need a current Adult CPR and Standard First Aid card
racing swimming strokes. Registration Fee to be recertified. Both sessions must be attended and
$25.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. absences will not be made up. Students should review
# Day Begins Time Location their lifeguarding materials before attending this fast -
137 Thurs. Sept. 16 7:10 p.m. CC paced course. No refunds after Dec. 15. Registration Fee
$35/2 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Loren Tenold.
SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING # Days Dates Time Location
Do you like dancing? Are you an Advanced Beginner 142 Tues. &Wed Dec. 28 & 29 9:00 a.m. CC
swimmer or better? Combine the two in beginning
synchronized swimming! Students will learn basic stunts SWIM AND STAY FIT PROGRAM
and formations in the water and develop routines. Swim and Stay Fit is a planned activity to encourage
Registration Fee $25.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. individuals to swim regularly until 50 or more miles are
# Day Begins Time Location reached. It is not a marathon, not a race, not competitive,
138 Tues. Sept. 21 7:10 p.m. CC not an endurance contest. It's goal is to improve the
long -term physical fitness of the swimmer. Persons will be
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS able to track their progress on cards at the pool. Swimmers
Beginner through Swimmer level instruction on a will receive a certificate and patch at the completion of 50
one -to -one basis for children or adults. Missed lessons will miles. For adults age 18 and up. Sign up with the pool staff.
not be made up. Registration Fee $45.00/5 Lessons. Fee is FREE with daily pool admission or membership.
Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location ADULT CPR
139 Sat. Sept. 18 11:15 a.m. CC What would you do if a member of your family or
co- worker stopped breathing, started choking, or had a
EMERGENCY WATER SAFETY possible heart attack? Learn how to handle these emer-
A Red Cross course designed to help participants become gencies in this American Red Cross Adult CPR course.
familiar with potential hazards of water activities, to Registration fee $28.00 /1 session. Includes instruction and
prevent accidents, and to respond effectively if an all materials. Class 4 hours. No refunds after Oct. 25.
emergency does occur. This course will not qualify a # Day Date Time Location
participant to be a lifeguard. However, it will serve as a 143 Wed. Nov. 10 6:00 p.m. CC
foundation for further training in lifeguarding. This course
is open to anyone that has passed Intermediate swimming. BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB
All classes must be attended and absences will not be made Do you enjoy swimming? Do you want to improve your
up. Registration Fee $32.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour. ability to swim the four competitive strokes? Do you want to
# Day Begins Time Location have fun and participate in swim meets? Do you want to
140 Tues. Sept. 21 7:10 p.m. CC compete with swimmers your own age and with similar
aquatic abilities? If so, the BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB is for
LIFEGUARD TRAINING you. BSC is co-sponsored by the parks & recreation depart -
A Red Cross course to provide the necessary minimum ments of Brooklyn Center & Brooklyn Park. The club is a
skills for a person to qualify to serve as a nonsurf lifeguard. local affiliate of United States Swimming Inc. Most of our
Participants must be at least 15 years of age before the first Olympic swimmers including Summer Sanders, Matt
class, swim 500 yards continuously using each of the Biondi and Pablo Morales started in a USS Club. In
following strokes for at least 50 yards: crawl, breaststroke, September BSC will be offering a FREE swim clinic for
elementary backstroke and sidestroke, recover a ten youth, ages 6 and up, who can swim 25 yards without
pound diving brick from nine feet of water, swim under assistance. For information about the clinic and the club, con -
water 15 yards, and tread water one minute. The required tact Jesse Thomas at 529 -2351 or Brian Mader at 424 -6367.
Red Cross Standard First Aid course is included as part of
this program on Wed., Oct. 13 & 20, 5:30 -9:30 p.m. at the COMMUNITY CENTER POOL AND WATER
community center. (Students who have a current SLIDE RENTAL
American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR card do The community center pool and water slide are available
not have to attend these days.) Registration fee for Life- for rental by your group or party at various times during
guard Training only $79/9 Sessions; Lifeguard Training the week. Call Donna at 569 -3400 for further information.
plus Standard First Aid $99/11 Sessions. All sessions must el SPECIAL NOTE TO DAY SWIMMERS
be attended and absences will not be made up. Classes 3
hours. No refunds after Sept. 25. No class Nov. 27 The water slide will open at 1 p.m. on these additional
# Day Begins Time Location days. NOTE: some school districts have these days off:
41 Sat. Oct. 9 9:00 a.m. CC
Oct. 21, 22, Nov. 26, Dec. 10, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31.
NOTICE
The parks • recreation department does not provide accident insurance for participants in any of its programs.
Participants brochure.
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AQUA EXERCISE CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US
See Adult Exercise for information Your child's birthday is a very important event. For an
NORTH VIEW POOL AND GYM RENTAL extra special day, plan a swimming party! Small groups (20
The North View Jr. High Pool and Gymnasium located at or less) are invited to reserve a room for the party. There is
69th and Zane Avenue North are available for rental at no charge for the room and the birthday child receives free
various times during the week. Reservations are requested admission to the pool and use of water slide. Please call MW
a minimum of two weeks in advance. Call Donna at 569 -3400 to make a reservation.
569 -3400 for further information.
SpEC1A1_ pCCL EVENTS
Back to School —$1.00 Special! —Wed., Sept. 15-6 -9 p.m. Bring a can of food for CEAP and use the pool and J
water slide for only a dollar! Price is good for all ages. Bring a group of friends, your family, church or scout group. What
a deal!
*Mickey's Beach Party — Funtastic Friday! Oct. 22 -1.4 p.m. School is out! Come on over to the Brooklyn Center
Pool and Water Slide for a fun afternoon of swimming, floating, and sliding to music! For added enjoyment, you may
bring an air mattress, beachball, or blow -up water toy. (Note: No other toys or floatation devices will be allowed.)
Halloween Party —Oct. 31 -2 p.m. Calling all ghosts and goblins in sixth grade and younger! Join us at the community
center as we celebrate the ninth annual Halloween Party. Children will play ghoulish games, win prizes and enjoy special
Halloween treats. After playing the games, children will also have the opportunity to swim and use the water slide. Cost
includes a Halloween bag, one chance at each game booth, treats, prizes, swimming, and use of water slide. Parents who
wish to swim and use the water slide will pay general admission price at the community center desk on day of party.
(Participants must meet a minimum height requirement of 52" in order to go down water slide alone. Those not meeting
the minimum requirement may go down when accompanied by an adult, 18 years and older.) Six year old children and
under must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are invited to accompany older children as well. Party 2 hours. Register
by Thursday, October 28 and fee is $3 1child. After October 28, registration fee is $5 1child. The Brooklyn Center Lions Club will
assist with the party.
*Thanksgiving Day Swim —Nov. 2S-4-9 p.m. Don't know what to do after that big meal has been eaten? Bring all
those relatives over for a swim and slide. Get off the couch and into the pool!
*Family Swim — Christmas Eve Day —Dec. 24-9 a.m. -2 p.m. Our pool and slide will open for all ages at 9 a.m.
on Friday, Dec. 24. Bring the whole family or drop the kids off while you do those last minute chores!
* *Slide Into 1994 —New Year's Eve —Dec. 31 -7-10 p.m. Bring your friends and family and celebrate NEW YEAR'S
EVE at the community center. Games, hats, noisemakers, treats, and water slide are all included in one admission price.
It's the best bargain around! (Upstairs gameroom and snack bar will also be open.)
*Admission to Funtastic Friday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve Day swims — regular pool and water slide prices.
Memberships are accepted.
* *Admission to New Year's Eve party is $3 for 17 and under and $4 for 18 and over. Memberships are not accepted for this
special event. Everyone remaining in the building will be charged.
NOTE: Children must be at least 52" tall to use the water slide alone or must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
BR OOKLYN EXPERIENCE THE ...
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INDCCR CLYAUIC UM- SAUN" & EXERCISE UCCM
Open Daily — see Community Center page for schedule.
15C fL INDCCR W.&TER SLIDE* `� f
Open: Monday and Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m., Friday 4 to 9 p.m.,
Saturday 1 to 9 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 6 p.m.
DIVINC [3CAUDS — Two 1 meter and one 3 meter boards
GREAT FOR PARTIES!!!!!!!!
Call 569 -3400 for group rates!
Free room available for up to 20 people with paid admission to the pool.
Largergroups can call 569 -3400 for fees.
*Children must meet a minimum height requirement of 52" in order to go down the water slide alone.
Those not meeting the minimum requirement may go down when accompanied by an adult, 18 years and older.
Daily or Membership Fees Available!
Every Monday is BARGAIN DAY! (excluding holidays)
SNACK BAR: Visit our concession area located next to the game room.
GAME ROOM: Enjoy our game room equipped with jukebox, pool tables, video games, and pinball machines.
For Information about the Community Center and the thrilling water slide, call 569 -34001
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BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER
6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY - 569.3400
TDD Number 569.3300 (TDD not available evenings /weekends.)
MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships entitle the member to the use of the swimming pool, exercise room and sauna during recreational or "open"
periods. Memberships are also available to include use of the water slide. Family memberships include husband, wife, and
children 20 years of age and under living at home. For additional information, call 569 -3400.
MEMBERSHIP RATES WITH WATER SLIDE MEMBERSHIP RATES WITHOUT WATER SLIDE
1 Month 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year 1 Month 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year
Family $59.00 $155.00 $264.00 $396.00 Family $39.00 $103.00 $176.00 $299.00
Individual 36.00 79.00 143.00 242.00 Individual 24.00 60.00 95.00 161.00
Senior BC Residents 14.00 34.00 68.00 136.00
GENERAL ADMISSION MONDAY BARGAIN DAYS
With Water Slide Without Water Slide With Water Slide Without Water Slide
Senior Adults (62 & Over) $3.25 $2.00 Senior Adults(62 & Over) $2.50 $1.25
Adults (18 & Over) 4.00 2.75 Adults (18 & Over) 3.25 2.00
Youth (15 -17) 3.50 2.25 Youth (15 -17) 2.75 1.50
Children (6 -14) 3.25 2.00 Children (6 -14) 2.50 1.25
Children (2 -5) 2.00 .75 Children (2 -5) 1.75 .50
Children (Under 2) Free Free Children (Under 2) Free Free
Bargain Days are every Monday, excluding holidays.
Fall hours effective September 15. Hours subject to change; Call 569 -3400.
OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA SCHEDULE
MONDAY - WEDNESDAY- FRIDAY MONDAY - WEDNESDAY- FRIDAY
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
(Adults Only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) (Adults Only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
TUESDAY - THURSDAY TUESDAY - THURSDAY
• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
(Adults Only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 8:30 to 10 p.m.) (Adults Only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 8:30 to 10 p.m.)
SATURDAY SATURDAY
Noon to 9 p.m. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
(Adults Only: Noon to 1 p.m.) SUNDAY
SUNDAY Noon to 6 p.m.
Noon to 6 p.m. *The use of the exercise room is limited to 15 years and
older. The use of the sauna is limited to 18 years and older.
*CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS OLD MUST BE *CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN THIS WILL NOT BE
ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT IN THE POOL. ALLOWED EVEN IF ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT.
WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY FOR POOL AND WATER SLIDE
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thanksgiving- November 25 - 4 - 9 p.m.
FRIDAY New Year's Day - January 1 - Noon - 6 p.m.
4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Water Slide will also open at 1 p.m. on school holidays.
SATURDAY
1 P.M. to 9 P.M.
SUNDAY GAME ROOM
Noon to 6 p.m. Enjoy our game room equipped with jukebox, pool tables,
video games and pinball machines.
*The parks and recreation department reserves the right to
open the water slide for groups during non - scheduled times. SNACK BAR
*Children must meet a 52" minimum height requirement in Visit our concession area
order to go down the water slide alone. Those not meeting located next to the game room.
the minimum requirement may go down when
accompanied by an adult (18 years and older).
CHILDCARE SERVICE
O he "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the
community center. The minimum age is six months. The cost is $1 for each preschool child. The "PLAY CORNER" will be
open regular hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., beginning September 20. (Childcare will be offered for morning
fitness classes on September 13 & 16.) After classes or swimming, parents are invited to relax in our concession area before
picking up their child. Additional hours are being offered for the exercise classes offered on Tuesday evening, 5:45 -8 p.m.
If you need further information, call 569 -3400.
Holly Sunday Celebrated Sunday, December S
Once again Brooklyn Center's parks and recreation department will
AR celebrate the holiday season with their special Holly Sunday for
children and grown -ups. In its fourth year, the event will once again
feature a visit with Santa and hayrides from 2 to 4 p.m., a holiday
puppet show at 3:15, and the lighting of the Brooklyn Center holiday
tree at 5 p.m.
Of special interest is the performance at 4 p.m. by Kid's
„ Kollectibles, a children's musical group featuring a cast of original
characters like Bernie the Bear and Rudy the Rockin' Robot.
There is no admission, but please bring a new toy to donate to '
Kids' Kollectibles' Bernie the Bear and CEAP. The pool and water slide will be open from noon to 6 p.m.
friends will sing and dance their way General admission prices for the pool and slide will be charged.
into your hearts at4p.m. on Holly
Sunday. Admission is free. , Mail Registration Card ,
Name
Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission lAddress
The Parks and Recreation Commission , ,
meets the third Tuesday of each month, 7:30
p.m., City Hall. This Commission advises I ZtP Phone
the city council on the parks and recreation , home work ,
program in Brooklyn Center. , ,
Bud Sorenson, Chairperson - Art Mead , Class Name ,
John Russell - Tom Shinnick - Don Peterson
Sarah Robinson Pollock - Charles Rickart , , •
Department Mission Location 1
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn Center , Class # ,
that they may share in the God given right ,
to beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, and to ITime Class day
the end that each may herein find the , ,
laughter of childhood, the acceptance of
youth, the fulfillment of adult life, and the I Child's Age Amount ,
companionship of old age, through a ,
healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. , Registration card is for mail use only and will not be accepted before ,
Parks and recreation , September 13, 1993. For registration information, seepage 6. ,
brochure inside!
City of Brooklyn Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
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