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1987 WINTER
BROOKLYN CENTER
PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT BROCHURE
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1986 ALL-AMERICA CITY
Registration for
Winter Classes
TIME SENSITIVE MAIL: Begins January 3
Deliver to homes by Dec. 27 See back page for information
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DECEMBER, 86
C ENTER D NUMBER 52
Calling 911 Pip eline Safety Is Noted
By picking up any phone located Amoco Pipeline Company has an carries at various times refined
in the City of Brooklyn Center and eight -inch line originating at Amoco's petroleum products such as gaso-
dialing 911 the caller will immedi- refinery at Mandan, North Dakota line, #1 and #2 fuel oil, diesel fuel,
ately be connected to a Brooklyn and ending at a terminal in Roseville, and jet aircraft fuel.
Center Police /Fire Despatcher. Minnesota. This particular pipeline was con -
Please call 911 to: This line passes through Brooklyn structed to higher quality standards,
• Report a medical emergency -The Center along Dupont Avenue North, and is used at lower pressures than
dispatchers have a "hot line" to alternating from one side of Dupont the Mounds View pipeline. Amoco
North Memorial Ambulance Ser- to the other. The line, built in 1947, appears to have the best safety re-
vice, and will also dispatch police cord in the pipeline industry, and has
and fire first responders. an extensive pipeline maintenance
• Report any crime or fire in pro- Overnight program which includes aerial patrol,
gress or to report any crime that rectifier inspections, cothodic pro -
has occured. Parking tection surveys, river crossing in-
• Report any suspicious activity Not Allowed spections, check of overpressure
that might help the police pre safety devices, valve inspections,
vent a crime from happening. Residents are again re- and pipeline inspections.
Please use 911 to report on sus- minded that parking is pro- Residents living along Dupont
picious activity in your neighbor- hibited overnight on Brooklyn Avenue North have been asked to
hood. Center streets between the report anyone seen digging or
Please do not use 911 to request hours of 12 midnight and 8 pounding posts or other objects into
information or to request services AM. Especially in the winter, the streets or boulevards along
that are not crime related. Dispatch- vehicles create a traffic Dupont Avenue North. To report the
ers are instructed to refuse to hazard and impede the snow location and activity seen, residents
answer such requests until the caller removal efforts of City work- are asked to dial 911, so a follow up
calls back on a non - emergency line. ers. Thank you for your help in can be done before an accident
Please us 561 -5443 for such non- observing this regulation. occurs. This would be a proper use of
emergency requests. the 911 number.
Voters Re -elect Scott,
Ap Charter Changes
four - years, and the Mayor's term Manager or City staff.
Council member Celia Scott, was changed from two to four- An "Open Forum" is part of the
who ran unopposed, was re- years. City Council meeting's agenda, at
elected to serve a fourth term on Residents who wish to express which time residents may be
the Brooklyn Center City Council. their opinion or concerns, or to heard to give informational com-
An amendment to the City voice their problems and com- ments. For the Council meeting
Charter was approved in the elec- plaints, which are relevant to the schedule, and additional details
tion, changing City elections from affairs, policies or practices of the on the rules and procedures
from occuring annually to even Cityof Brooklyn Centerare invited governing the conduct at the
years. In addition, Council terms and encouraged to contact the Open Forum, please call the City
were changed from three -years to Mayor, Councilmembers, the City Hall at 561 -5440, extension 128.
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Adequate Supply Of Air
Can Prevent Health Hazard
Past issues of the Managers side air for good combustion, and the air into the home around the furnace
Report indicated the possibility of a State Building Code also requires and water heater areas can mean
situation being created which could openings to the outside to provide the difference between life and
result in serious health and life this fresh air. death. This is especially true in
safety problems. Sealing doors, windows and homes that use a fireplace or other
The possible hazard could occur cracks can eliminate much of the air solid fuel burning devices to supple -
unless an adequate supply of out- that is required for gas appliances ment the heat primarily delivered by
side air is brought into the home. and combustion. Finishing and in- the gas furnace.
Fresh air is needed for combus- sulating basement family rooms can The negative is carbon monoxide,
tion in furnaces, fireplaces, wood also cause problems. Consideration which is a colorless, odorless gas
stoves, gas water heaters and should be given to provide proper product produced when the fuel is
clothes dryers. fresh air to furnaces and other gas not burned completely, or when the
Most houses have two or three appliances. flame does not receive sufficient
gas appliances which require out- The introduction of combustion oxygen.
Signs indicating a lack of suffi-
File Homestead e s , nt air are as follows: h
es, nausea, dizziness; excessive
humidity; heavilyfrostedwindows;
Property Tax Cards fireplace smokes, won't draw; fur pace flue backs up.
An application for homesteading computed at a lower rate than non- Introduction of combustion air to
your property must be filed every homestead residential property, you the home can be accomplished if
year. To assist with the 1987 filing, also receive a homestead credit of needed at a reasonable cost, de-
the City Assessor's Office will be 54 percent of your gross tax, up to a pending on the materials or devices
mailing applications to homeowners maximum of$700onthefirst$68,000 to be used.
during the last week in December. of market value. If you have any questions or
The Homestead Application For additional information please suspect a problem you could con -
Card must be separated from the call the City Assessor's Office at tact the Brooklyn Center Inspec-
valuation notice, completed and 561 -5440. tion Department at 561 -5440.
returned to the City Assessor's
Office no later than January 15,
1987 City of Brooklyn Center
You are eligible for this tax
credit, as well as the circuit break
er refund, if you own or occupy CITY COUNCIL
your property as a homestead on Dean Nyquist ............................. ..........................Mayor
January 2, 1987. Bill Hawes ..................... ............................... Councilman
If you are filing for homestead Gene Lhotka ................... ............................... Councilman
for the first time on your property, Celia Scott .................. ............................... Councilwoman
you must first present the re- Rich Theis .................... ............................... Councilman
quired ownership information to Gerald Splinter ...... ............. ...... .............. City Manager
the City Assessor's Office, 6301
Shingle Creek Parkway, as soon SERVICE DIRECTORY
as possible after closing. The Emergency Number (24 Hours)
homestead application will then POLICE- FIRE - MEDICAL ................ ............................... 911
be mailed to the homeowner. Police (non- emergency, information) .............................. 561 -5443
The documents needed to satisfy City Hall Offices ................. ............................... 561 -5440
the ownership requirements are: 1. (Monday- Friday — 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.)
Warranty Deed, or 2. Contract for Community Center ............... ............................... 561 -5448
Deed, or 3. Certificate of title, or 4. CITY OFFICES
Probate Deed, or 5. Quit Claim Deed. 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
As well as having the assessed Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
value of your homestead property
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Please Follow Regulations
To Aid In Snow Removal
As the winter season begins, the Apologies are offered in advance during the winter months.
City of Brooklyn Center reminds for plugged driveways; however, it is Please do not pull close behind
residents of the regulations which an unavoidable side effect of well- snow removal equipment, staying at
are required for effective snow plowed streets and walks. To reduce least 100 feet behind snowplows to
removal in the community. the frustration of shoveling out the allow them to stop as needed. Also,
end of your driveway twice, it is sug- do not pass snowplows as they are
Snow Plowing gested that you wait until the street working on local streets.
Procedures is plowed out to its full width. Driving snowmobiles anywhere
Street and sidewalk crews will on City streets or on public property
operate when there has been a
Parking, Traffic is prohibited in Brooklyn Center.
snowfall of more than 2' /2 inches, or if Regulations
conditions warrant plowing. The Residents are reminded not to Safety Tips
crews will begin shortly after the park on streets during the winter Residents are also reminded to
storm subsides, with the City divided months, and especially during warn their children not to play in
into 9 districts, and a street plow and after a snowfall. Vehicles will the snow piles made bythe plows.
assigned to each district. be ticketed and towed, if neces- Plow operators often cannot see
Arterial streets are cleared first, sary, when obstructing the clear- children in these banks, and child -
then residential streets. The plow ing of streets. ren could be buried in snow or
must make several passes on the No parking is allowed on any seriously hurt.
streets... Two toclearand two ormore street or alley, for more than four Please rememberto clearsnow
to widen the street. Since plowing consecutive hours between mid- from around fire hydrants in your
routes are sometimes long, it may be night and 8 a.m., or for more than 6 neighborhood. The Fire Depart-
one or two hours between the clear- consecutive hours at any other time. ment's ability to find the fire hy-
ing passes and the widening passes. The parking ban is strictly enforced drant and have immediate access
to it, could make a big difference
in their ability to control a fire.
Prevent Crime, Other Regulations
Form Watch Groups No snow removed from any pri-
vate property, yard, driveway or park -
The Brooklyn Center Police ing lot may be dumped or pushed
Department strongly encourages onto any public street or sidewalk
the formation of neighborhood Occasionally, snow plowing oper-
BR O O K LY N watch groups. Such groups are the ations result in damage to mailboxes.
resident's most cost effective The City will assume responsibility
CENTER method of preventing crime, and for repairing that damage only if the
NEIGHBORHOOD participants report the additional mailbox and its supporting post are
benefit of a friendlier neighborhood. properly located behind the curb line
The Brooklyn Center Crime Pre- or edge of street, and if the damage
CRIME vention Fund provides support for is the result of actual physical con -
neighborhood watch groups which tact by the plow. The City will not
includes materials and the place- assume responsibility for damage to
ment of signs designating each mailboxes which protrude into the
watch area. Requirements for watch street, or which are damaged simply
WATCH group formation are very flexible. by snow pressure.
To receive an information packet Cooperation in following these
on neighborhood watch group for- regulations along with common
mation, please leave a name, ad- sense in many of these areas will
dress and phone for Officer Grass at help to insure a safe and effectivejob
561 -5443. of snow removal and the absence of
unnecessary problems.
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Major Upgrade Of 1-694
Will Get Underwa y In 1987
The Minnesota Department of provements, their probable impacts, reduce delays, congestion, and
Transportation (MNDOT) has devel- scheduling and funding are excerpts congestion related accidents pre -
oped plans for the upgrading of I- primarily from the Environmental sently occuring on this route. The
694 between CSAH 152 (Brooklyn Assessment prepared for this pro- predicted increase of traffic
Boulevard) in Brooklyn Center, and l- ject by MNDOT. volumes by the year 2004 will be
35W in Arden Hills. The Purpose of the project is to more readily accommodated by
Descriptions of the proposed im- increase the capacity of 1 -694, to the capacity improvements.
Projected volumes at the Missis-
1987 Budget Calls b y t River are estimated at 140,000
by the year 2004 (a 21 percent ent in-
in-
crease over the 116,000 in 1984);
and at Matterhorn Drive there is an
For Slight Increase estimate of 102,300 by the year
2004 (a 46 percent increase over the
70,100 in 1984).
The Brooklyn Center City Council the federal government. The project is not expected to
a pr
authorizing a property tax levy of
adopted the City Budget, while The annual City tax on the aver- result in any significant adverse
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$4.1 million, which along with other age home in Brooklyn Center is social, economic, or environmental
projected to be $98, which is an impacts. A small amount ofadditional
revenue sources, will fund the increase of $9 over the 1986 tax. right of way may be required for
Budget.
The total 1987 City Budget of Currently, the City receives about bridge or interchange modifications, $8,622,572, which includes oper 16 cents from every property tax and displacement of one home will
dollar that is collected in Brooklyn occur. Traffic will experience some
capital expenses, dept service, and Center. The restgoestothe public additional delays during the con -
capital outlay, increased 9.6 percent schools, the county, and various struction period.
over the 1986 Budget. The net oper- other taxing entities.
ating budget, which excludes capital A general time schedule is as
outlay and dept service, increased The City Manager presented his follows: Summer, 1987 - -- Initial
8.1 percent. proposed 1987 Budget to the City construction on bridge piers and
The propertytaxlevyof$4,058,617 Council in August, with the Council other work which does not interfere
is an increase of 12.9 percent over discussing the Budget during a with traffic on the present roadway
the 1986 levy. The increase in the series of public hearings during will begin. Early, 1988 - - -The major
total budget, and the subsequent tax September, before officially adopt- construction project will be sched-
levy increase are due primarily to ing the Budget on September 22. uled after new TH 252 and the new
three factors: the addition of two new The 158 -page detailed 1987 Bud- TH 610 bridge (now under construc-
police officer positions; the replace- get is available for review at the City tion) are opened to traffic. Late Fall, ment of a fire engine; and the loss of Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, 1989- ..Reconstruction will take two
federal revenue sharingfundsdueto or the Hennepin County Public years, with completion scheduled
the termination of the ro ram b Libra for this date.
P 9 y Library in Brooklyn Center.
Traffic will be maintained on the
existing roadway during the con -
APPROPRIATIONS struction period, and temporary lane
(WHERE THE MONEY GOES) closures will be necessary. However,
no detours will be needed.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT $ 1,553,602 18.0% The estimated cost for this pro -
PUBLIC SAFETY $ 2,603,479 30.2% ject is nearly $20 million, with fund -
PUBLIC WORKS $ 1,694,532 19.6% ing provided through the Interstate
HEALTH AND WELFARE $ 40,000 0.5% Replacement Program, and propor-
RECREATION $ 1,565,089 18.2 tioned 90 percent Federal, and 10
DEBT RETIREMENT $ 365,601 4.2% percent State. A copy of the detailed
UNALLOCATED $ 800,269 9.3% plan layout is available for public
$ 8,622,572 review at the Engineering Depart -
ment in the Brooklyn Center City
Hall.
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1987 WINTER
PARKS & RECREATION
BROCHURE Adult Activities
LOCATIONS WHERE CLASSES ARE HELD AQUA EXERCISE - 25 LBS. PLUS
Brooklyn Center High School (BCHS), 65th & Humboldt Ave. N. Apopularclass, unique and different becauseyou must beat least
Brooklyn Center Comm unity Center (CC), 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. 25 lbs. overweight to participate! Swimming skills are not neces-
Brooklyn Junior High School (BJHS), 7400 Noble Ave. N. sary. Registration Fee $13.00/9 Sessions. Classes 50 min. In-
Elm Creek, Osseo, MN structor Jan Neitzert.
Earle Brown School, 59th & Humboldt Ave. N. # Day Begins Time Location
Evergreen School, 70th & Dupont Ave. N. 9 Wed. Jan. 21 6:30 p.m. NVJH
Fair Oaks School, 5600 -65th Ave. N.
Garden City School, 3501 -65th Ave. N. 25 LBS. PLUS
Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. This very popular class is unique and different because you must
North View Jr. High School (NVJH), 69th & Zane Ave. N. be at least 25 LBS or more overweight! All you need is extra
Orchard Lane School, 6201 Noble Ave. N. pounds, a sense of humor and the desire to TRY AGAIN! Together
Palmer Lake School, 73rd & West Palmer Lake Drive exercise, talk, laugh and support each other while trying to lose
Park Center high School (PCHS), 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. inches! Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat. Registration
Willow Lane School, 70th & Perry Ave. N. Fee $14.25/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Kathleen
Ketterhagen # 10 , Anita Lancello # 11 .
CHILDCARE SERVICE # Day Begins Time Location
The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending 10 Mon. Jan. 12 6:30 p.m. Evergreen
morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the Com- 11 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:00 p.m. Earle Brown
munity Center. The minimum age is 6 months. The cost is 70¢ per
child per hour for each preschool child. The "PLAY CORNER" will TRI MNASTICS
be open Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. beginning Jan. 5. Exercises to strengthen, improve muscle tone and flexibilityfor all
Additional times may be noted in the description of Adult parts of your bodywill be taught. Stomach and thigh exercises are
Classes. For further information call 561 -5448. all part of the fun! No dancing will be done, exercises are
choreographed to music. Dress comfortably and bring a mat to
evening classes. Registration Fee $14.25/10 Sessions. Classes
Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swim suits; sorry we ar 50 min. Instructor Bev Wilson # 14, Nancy Candea #'s 12, 13, 15.
not responsible. # Day Begins Time Location
12 Mon. Jan. 12 6:15 p.m. Garden City
13 Wed. Jan. 14 6:35 p.m. Earle Brown
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISES 14 Thurs. Jan. 15 10:30 a.m. CC
A fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years and 15 Thurs. Jan. 15 5:15 p.m. Evergreen
older. You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the WOMEN'S CONDITIONING
water. Please furnish your doctor's name and number when
registering. Registration Fee $6.75/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Physical conditioning to look and feel better. The weight training
Instructor Jan Neitzert. machine and flexibility program provide a well- rounded fitness
# Day Begins Time Location program. It is tailored to individual needs and provides you with
1 Tues. Jan. 13 9:15 am. CC information you need to set up and pace workouts for future use.
2 Thurs. Jan. 15 10:15 am. CC This program emphasizes conditioning, endurance and years of
healthy living. Babysitting available for day class - see Childcare
AQUA EXERCISE Service. Registration Fee $18.00/5 weeks. Classes 1 hour.
Exercise in water for better health and a trimmerfigure. You do not # Day Begins Time Location
need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Enjoy a 16 M & W Jan. 12 1:00 P.M. CC
pleasant and invigorating experience through this unique ap- 17 T& TH Jan. 13 7:30 p.m. BCHS
proach to exercise with music. Some aerobics will also be in- 18 M & W Feb. 16 1:00 p.m. CC
cluded. Instructors Jan Neitzert #'s 3, 5 & 7. Renee Youngberg #'s 19 T& TH Feb. 17 7:30 p.m. BCHS
4 & 6. FIT OR FAT SYSTEM - INTRODUCTION
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $14.25/10 WEEKS -50 MIN.
# Day Begins Time Location Take a look at Covert Bailey's innovative system for optimum
3 Tues. Jan. 13 10:15 am. CC fitness and health in this introductory lecture. Points covered will
4 Tues. Jan. 13 7:20 NVJH be:
5 Thurs. Jan. 15 9:15 am. CC *Why we need aerobic activities.
CLASSES TWICE A WEEK, $14.25/5 WEEKS -50 MIN *How to pick a good program.
6 T & TH Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. NVJH *Why body weight isn't important but percentage of body fat is.
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $8.25/10 WEEKS -30 MIN. * "Getting the Fat Out" slide show.
7 Tues. Jan. 13 11:30 am. CC Trained by Covert Bailey, Kathleen Ketterhagen, fitness and
health instructor, will be the presenter. Registration Fee $3.00/1
AQUA EXERCISE WORKOUT - NEW Session. Class 1 hour.
If swimming laps isn't your forte, try this. Aerobics, strengthing, # Day Date Time Location
stretching - and no sweat! You should be comfortable treading 20 Tues. Jan. 27 7:00 p.m. BCHS
water to join us- a step up from aqua exercise. This new coed class
involves independent movement in deep water as part of a
vigorous workout. Registration fee $13.00/9 Sessions. Classes
50 min. Instructor Jan Neitzert.
# Day Begins Time Location
8 Wed. Jan. 21 7:30 p.m. NVJH
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED AEROBIC CLASSES
FIT OR FAT TARGET DIET - NEW All aerobic classes offer complete and effective conditioning for
Learn Covert Bailey's innovative system for optimum fitness and muscles, heart and lungs.
health. The licensed Fit or Fat instructor will give an indepth look Classes include warmups, aerobic movements, muscle group
at lowering your body fat. She will show you nutrition gimmicks, work and cool down stretching.
how to read food labels, analyze your diet, modify recipes, set
realistic goals and learn about exercise programs best for you. No dance background necessary.
One session will meet at a local restaurant to learn restaurant Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes.
survival. (Meal cost on your own.) The class will be fun and full of
facts to help you make intelligent choices for your health! Please Fitness experts encourage 3 aerobic activities per week. This can
bring a notebook, pencil, calculator and Fit or Fat Target book to be a combination of classes or classes and walking, swimming,
class. The last session meets mid July for a refresher class. biking etc.
Registration Fee $26.00/10 Sessions Classes 1 1 /2 hours. In- Classes are 50 minutes unless noted in the class description.
structor Kathleen Ketterhagen. Childcare available for morning weekday classes - See Childcare
# Day Begins Time Location Service.
21 Tues. Feb. 3 7:00 p.m. BCHS
PRENATAL FITNESS WOMEN'S BEGINNING AEROBICS
Not to be taken lightly! Everyone has to start somewhere, why not
A class simple enough for safety but challenging enough to
this class. If you have never exercised before or found other
improve
your flexibility, strength and stamina You will learn classes to hard to follow.... this is it! Registration Fee $14.25/10
exercises to encourage the correct use of your body as it slowly Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Kathleen Ketterhagen # 25,
changes. Keep fit for a healthier delivery and easier comeback. Bev Wilson # 26, Marsha Krey # 27.
Please check with your doctor and bring a written OK to the first # Day Begins Time Location
session. Registration Fee $18.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. 25 Mon. Jan. 12 7:30 p.m. Evergreen
Instructor Bev Wilson. 26 Tues. Jan. 13 5:15 p.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location 27 Thurs. Jan. 22 5:45 p.m. NVJH
22 Tues. Jan. 13 6:15 p.m. CC
OPEN GYM LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
The Saturday open gym hours are 2:00 -6:00 p.m. at North View This unique COED classs is for individuals who have tried
Junior High. The open gym is for post high school residents of the aerobics and because of age, weight or medical reasons would
City of Brooklyn Center, Osseo School District 279 and partici- like a modified class. The large bouncing movements and jogging
pants in the Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department are removed and one foot is always maintained on the floor. The
basketball program. The cost is $1.00 per Saturday, plus a heart rate is still elevated to proper limits. Registration Fee$14.25
registration fee of $3.00. Participants may register at Brooklyn /10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Bev Wilson # 28,
Center Community Center by showing a valid ID. REGISTRA- Kathleen Ketterhagen # 30, Marsha Krey # 29.
TION MUST BE DONE BEFORE PARTICIPATION AT NORTH # Day Begins Time Location
VIEW. Anyone causing damage to equipment will be held re- 28 Mon. Jan. 12 10:30 am. cc
29 Mon. Jan. 12 6:00 p.m. Willow Lane
sponsible. If you have any questions or concerns, please call. On 30 Wed. Jan. 14 6:00 p.m. Willow Lane
occasion the open gym will not be available. Signs will be posted
the Saturday before or you may check by calling the Brooklyn WOMEN'S EXERCISE AND AEROBIC DANCE
Center Parks and Recreation Department, 561 -5448. This intermediate level class is fun and challenging. It is rec-
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JUDO ommended for those who have had some aerobics before. It is a
combination of dancing for the fun of it and dancing for more
For men and women who are interested in learning the basic skills ENERGY EVERYDAY! Registration Fee $14.25/10 Sessions.
or more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood, 6th Degree Classes 50 min. Instructors Bev Wilson #'s 31, 33,36 , Kathleen
Black Belt, provides complete instruction. In addition, interested Ketterhagen # 35„ Marsha Krey # 37, Kathleen Zajicek # 38, Jolene
students may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club, which is Morris #'s 32, 34.
nationally sanctioned. All sessions held in North View Jr. High # Day Begins Time Location
Wrestling Room. Registration Fee $15.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 31 Mon. Jan. 12 9:30 a. m. CC
hour. # 23 Beginning; # 24 Advanced; for Adults and Children. 32 Mon. Jan. 12 6:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
Asst. Instructor Steve Johnson, 2nd Degree Black Belt. 33 Tues. Jan. 13 7:15 p.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location 34 Wed. Jan. 14 6:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
23 Thurs. Jan. 22 7:00 p.m. NVJH 35 Wed. Jan. 14 7:00 p.m. Willow Lane
24 Thurs. Jan. 22 8:00 p.m. NVJH 36 Thurs. Jan. 15 9:30 am. CC
WOMEN'S OPEN VOLLEYBALL 37 Jan. 22 :45 p.m. NVJH
Fri. 5
38 Fri. Jan. 16 5:30 p.m. Earle Brown
A night of fun volleyball for women (post high school age). Bring a 39 Sat. Jan. 17 10:00 a. m. NVJH
friend or come alone. An enjoyable time plus good exercise.
Please, no organized teams. No charge. WOMEN'S ADVANCED AEROBIC WORKOUT
Day Resumes Time Location For individuals who participated in the INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Tues. Jan. 6 8:00 P.M. Earle Brown aerobic classes and are ready for a more ADVANCED and invig-
orating workout. Registration Fee $15.75/5 Weeks. Classes 1
MIXED VOLLEYBALL hour. Instructor Jolene Morris.
Open to all post high school age men and women. Choose sides # Day Begins Time Location
and play fun low -keyed volleyball. A night out for Mom and Dad. 40 M & W Jan. 12 7:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
Activity Fee is 500 per person, per session. No organized teams. 41 W & M Feb. 18 7:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
please. SPRING BAZAAR
Day Begins Time Location The Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department will host
Wed. Jan. 7 7:30 p.m. BCHS its 6th Annual Spring Bazaar on Saturday, April 4, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00
p.m. Crafters interested in participating may call to be included on
the INFORMATION mailing list the first week of January. Call 561-
5448.
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
BEGINNING BALLROOM DANCE *QUILTING
Forcouples only. Dancing is a skill that can be learned. Don't sit on Students will learn various methods of hand applique and ma-
the side lines and watch others enjoy themselves. Learn the chine piecing. Quilting and binding techniques will also be
Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Polka and Schottische. Be readyforthe next covered. A wall hanging 30 "x30" will be the class project. Bring to
Wedding Dance or a night out on the town! Registration Fee 1 st class: pencil, ruler and sheet of carbon paper. Fabric require -
$24.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Les Eck. ments will be given at this time. Registration Fee $13.00/4
# Day Begins Time Location Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Joanne Holzknecht.
42 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:15 p.m. Earle Brown # Day Begins Time Location
48 Mon. Jan. 12 7:00 p.m. CC
LATIN BALLROOM DANCES - NEW
Take advantage of this special class offering of the beautiful Latin *COUNTRY DOLL
Dances. Learn the ChaCha, Tango, Samba and Rumba. The Latin Make this sweet doll for your favorite little person or can also be
Dances are a must for anyone planning a cruise orvacationing in a used as a shelf sitter. Please allow $1.50 for a starter kit to be
Latin American country. Each participant must bring their own purchased at the first class. Bring to class: pair of sharp pointed
partner. Registration Fee $24.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. scissors, sewing and embroidery needle. The doll is simple to
Instructor Les Eck. construct and can be completed in a few hours. Registration Fee
# Day Begins Time Location $5.50/2 Sessions. Classes hours. Instructor Joanne Holzknecht.
43 Thurs. Jan. 15 8:30 p.m. Earle Brown # Day Begins Time Location
49 Mon. Feb. 9 7:00 p.m. CC
SILVER SLIPPER DANCE GROUP
LOVE TO DANCE? A little "show biz" still in your blood? If you are *CRAZY CAT
50 years or older, join us and dance, dance, dance! Our plan is to This adorable cat stands 14" high and can be used as a doorstop
create a fun repertoire of broadway hits, and nostalgic favorites, with a draft dodger tail! The patchwork cat is put together with
complete with glittering costumes (in good taste, of course). Our scraps of fabric and decorated with embroidery stitches. Bring a
goal will be to entertain at club meetings, nursing homes, etc. So pencil, pins, needle, thread, scissors, embroidery thread, 1 /3 yd.
dance forfun, forfitnessand doagooddeed too! Howabout it? An muslin, solid colored scrap fabric (choose all cotton, corduroy or
organizational meeting will be scheduled mid January, call for wool) &'/4 yd. fabric for tail to correspond with your scraps. Allow
information, 561 -5448, Ext. 170. 750 for additional materials to be purchased at class. Portable
sewing machine can be brought to class forfaster sewing, but not
BREAK AWAY necessary to participate in class. Childcare available for dayclass
Come join the fun on these special Adult outings planned by the - see CHILDCARE SERVICE. Registration Fee $3.50/1 Session.
Recreation Departments of Brooklyn Center and Crystal. Trips Class 3 hours. Instructor Joann Holzknecht.
depart from Brooklyn Center Community Center and the Thorson # Day Date Time Location
Community Center. Participants wishing to board the bus at 50 Mon. Jan. 12 12:45 p.m. CC
Thorson, register at Crystal Recreation Department. Registration 51 Wed. Jan. 21 6:30 p.m. CC
taken in person or by mail on a first -come basis. Sorry, no refunds, *STENCILING
phone registrations, or children. For detailed information about
the trips and to be placed on the "Break Away" mailing list, call This is an art anyone can do! The main class emphasis will be on
561 -5448, ext. 170. fabric stenciling but the technique can be applied to other
surfaces. Participants will also learn to cut their own stencils.
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY Finished projects will be shown and demonstrated. Bring to class:
This class isforfirst time35mm owners orforthosewhowould like sharp pointed X -ACTO or utility knife, extra fine point permanent
to learn about the basics of photography. Camera settings and marking pen, and 1 sheet of fine grain sand paper. Please allow
exposure, film types, and flash photography will be discussed. $1.75 for additional materials to be purchased at class. Baby -
Registration Fee $14.00/4 Sessions. Classes 2 hrs. Instructor sitting available for day class - see Childcare service. Registration
John Furber. fee$3.50 /1 Sessions. Classes3 hours. InstructorJoanne Holzknecht.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Date Time Location
44 Tues. Jan. 27 7:00 p.m. BCHS 52 Wed. Jan. 28 12:45 p.m. CC
53 Wed. Jan. 28 6:30 p.m. CC
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
AND DARKROOM TECHNIQUES - NEW *VALENTINE BEAR -NEW
A class designed for persons already familiar with basic camera Make this adorable old fashioned bear for yourfavorite Valentine!
operations who are interested in learning advanced photo tech- This 12" button jointed teddy can be made out of wool, velveteen
niques plus darkroom procedures (no previous darkroom ex- or a calico print. Bring 9 "x22" fabric, scissors, needle, pins, and
perience required). Instruction will involve black and white pro- thread to first session. (For the second, you will need buttons,
cessing coupled with several creative photo projects. Students extra long needle and poly stuffing.) Babysitting available for day
will supply their own film and photo paper. Limited to 6 students. class- See Childcare Service. Registration Fee $6.00/2 Sessions.
Registration Fee $29.00/5 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Classes 2 hours. Instructor Pat Wiswell.
John Furber. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 54 Mon. Feb. 2 12:45 p.m. CC
45 Tues. Feb. 24 7:00 p.m. CC 55 Wed. Feb. 4 7:00 p.m. CC
PHOTO LAB ORIENTATION *LACEMAKING - TATTING
For people who have taken darkroom instruction at other facilities Tatting, a fascinating skill from the past. Tatting lace may be used
and are experienced in darkroom procedures. Participants will be for decorating clothing or home furnishings. Bring to class a ball of
colored #8 crochet thread, scissors, metal tatting shuttle with
eligible to rent the darkroom lab during Community Center hours. removable bobbin, notebook and pen. Registration Fee $7.00/3
PRE - REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY AT LEAST 3 WORKING Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Darlene Hegstrom.
DAYS PRIOR TO EACH TEST DATE. Registration Fee $3.00. S Day Begins Time Location
# Day Date Time Location 56 Thurs. Feb. 19 7:00 p.m. CC
46 Tues. Jan. 20 7:00 p.m. CC
47 Tues. Feb. 3 6:00 p.m. CC
*SAMPLES ON DISPLAY, BEGINNING JANUARY 1
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ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
POTTERY *MAGIC ART - OIL PAINTING
The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and Oil painting made easy! Anyone with a desire to paint can, with the
hand building. The Community Center offers a unique opportunity Magic Art Method. Beginner to intermediate hobby artists will
to practice your new skills by including in the registration fee clay learn how to use large brushes and a unique palette knife to
for projects, unlimited studio practice time and firing fees. Bring a COMPLETE a fine oil painting in this 4 hour workshop. The
workshirttothefirstclass. Please allowabout$6.00forpurchasing instructor is an accredited Magic Art instructor who teaches the
of tools. Registration Fee $35.00/7 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. William Alexander Technique as seen on Channel 2. Supplies
Instructor Karen Haberle. furnished except for the picture frame. Bring clean paint rags to
# Day Begins Time Location class. Painting for each workshop on display. BECAUSE OF
57 Tues. Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. CC MATERIALS PURCHASED FOR THIS CLASS, REFUND RE-
58 Tues. March 3 6:30 p.m. CC QUESTS MUST BE MADE NO LATER THAN ONE WEEK BEFORE
LAB & FIRING PRIVILEGES WORKSHOP. Registration Fee $21.00/1 Session. Class 4 hours.
Open to persons who have completed a Pottery Class at the Instructor Carol Reile.
Community Center or have had previous experience and are # Day Date Time Location
familiar with equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited bases 64 Thurs. Jan. 22 6:00 p.m. CC
other than class time and students may have pieces fired in the 65 Thurs. Jan. 29 6:00 p.m. CC
the seven week period. The lab program is designed for in- OUTDOOR CAMPING & LIVING - NEW
dividuals who want to work independently. Clay maybe purchased This class will enhance your enjoyment of the outdoors with a
atthe Community Center. Arrangeyourowntimetoworkin the lab better understanding of how to manage in the outdoor environ-
during the 7 weeks, no instruction. Starting week corresponds ment. The course will cover such topics as: trip planning, equip -
with pottery class schedule at Community Center. Registration ment & clothing selection, shelter & sleeping, campsite dangers,
Fee $25.00/7 Weeks for new lab students. For returning partici- ropes & useful camping knots, hypothermia & cold weather
pants, please check with instructor camping, etc. Registration Fee $40.00/10 Sessions. Classes 3
# Day Begins Time Location hours. Instructor Venice Barsness.
59 TO BE ARRANGED # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 66 Wed. Jan. 21 6:30 p.m. BCHS
60 TO BE ARRANGED ADAPTED RECREATION
*DOLLHOUSE FURNISHINGS The adapted recreation program is a cooperative effort of the
Enter the fascinating world of dollhouse miniatures, the third cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley,
largest hobby enjoyed by both men and women. Learn how to Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and West
create almost anything from what you already have in the house! Hennepin Community Center.
Through this creative show- and -tell demonstration, you will learn West Hennepin Community Center is an agency serving mentally
how to furnish a whole dollhouse from practically nothing. The handicapped and developmentally delayed individuals and their
second class will be spent creating your own furnishings. Bring a families in the West and Northwest Hennepin area. Services
pencil and notebook to class. Registration Fee $6.00/2 Sessions. include information and referral, advocacy, counseling. Programs
Classes 2 hours. Instructor Carol Kleven. include social /recreational clubs and education programs. Call
# Day Begins Time Location Tracy at 933-9105 for information and registering procedures.
61 Thurs. Feb. 5 7:00 p.m. CC BOWLING LEAGUE
DOG OBEDIENCE
This course is open to people 12 years and older, whose dog is at Join in on a league every Saturday morning. For adults
and older with mental handicaps, who want to improve years
e their
least 6 months old. This course will teach you how to work with techniques, show off their skills, meet new friends and just have
your dog in order to teach him social behavior and self - discipline. fun. The league meets at Doyles Bowling Alley in Crystal. The
For more information, call Stanley Orr, 533 -5207. Registration league fee is $14.00 plus $1.80 each week you bowl. 10:00 a.m. -
Fee $22.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Noon, January 17 -March 14.
# Day Begins Time Location
62 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:30 p.m. Northport FRIDAY NIGHT FEVER
63 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:35 p.m. Northport Asocial recreation group for adults with mental handicaps. Don't
miss out on movies, games, dancing, crafts and field trips! The
registration tee is $16.00, beginning Friday, January 16 - March
13 at Northport School, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
SNO -DAZE DANCE Teen Activities
All junior high students are invited to the annual Sno -Daze Dance
on Friday, January 30 from 7:30 -10:30 p.m. at North View (69th & what school district you are in. Listen for school announcements
Zane). Special highlights include music and the coronation of the and watch for details in the Post. Fee is $1.00 /per time. Friday
9th grade King and Queen and 7th & 8th grade attendants. nights from 7:00 -10:00 p.m. at North View Jr. High. Co -Rec
Admission fee is $2.00 /per person. Don't miss out on all the action resumes Jan. 9.
- catch "Dance Fever"! TEEN UPDATE
BASKETBALL CONTEST Teen Update is the newsletter put out by the Brooklyn Center
How good at free throws are you? Test your skills at the 4th annual Parks and Recreation Department. Each month junior high activi-
BASKETBALL CONTEST. Both boys and girls divisions. A trophy ties such as dances, classes, ski trips, and Co -Rec specials will be
will be awarded to the winner in each division. Contestants pay highlighted. Teen Update is available in the junior high school
only Co -Rec admission of $1.00 - there is no extra charge. For offices, or call the Parks and Recreation Department at 561 -5448
students in grades 7 -9. to get your name on our mailing list.
Day Date Time Location BEACH PARTY
Fri. Feb. 6 7:00 p.m. NVJH Join us at North View for the 2nd annual Beach Party in February.
CO -REC There will be swimming, pool games and special Summer Treats.
Looking for something to do on friday nights ? ?? Why not try Co- You'll hardly know it's cold outside. Cost is $1.25 Co -Rec ad-
Rec. Activities include basketball, gymnastics, swimming, foos- mission. Grades 7 -9.
ball, bumper pool, volleyball, musicand more. Co-Rec is open to all Day Date Time Location
Brooklyn Center Jr. High residents and their friends regardless of 9 Fri. Feb. 27 7 -10 p.m. North View
Children's Activities
CREATIVE DANCE AND JAZZ GIRL'S BEGINNING TUMBLING
Here is an opportunity for children to enjoy the freedom of creative A course in the beginning techniques of tumbling. Students will
expression combined with modern jazz movements. Forgrades 1- have an opportunity to learn such basic skill as rolls, cartwheels,
6(Children in kindergarten who have previous dancetraining may walkovers and headstands. Girls new to our program must reg-
register.) Classes 45 min. Instructors Anna Venegas #67, Nancy ister for this class before taking the more advanced class. For
Candea #'s68, 69. grades K -6. Registration Fee $12.00/8. Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $11.50/8 WEEKS Instructor Nancy Candea #'s 81, 82, 83.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
67 Mon. Jan. 12 3:40 p.m. Willow Lane 81 Mon. Jan. 12 4:05 p.m. Garden City
68 Tues. Jan. 13 4:20 p.m. Palmer Lake 82 Tues. Jan. 13 3:15 p.m. Palmer Lake
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $14.00/10 WEEKS 83 Thurs. Jan. 15 4:10 p.m. Evergreen
69 Wed. Jan. 14 3:50 p.m. Earle Brown 84 Sat. Jan. 17 12:30 p.m. NVJH
TAP AND BALLET GIRL'S ADVANCED TUMBLING
A beginning level where fundamentals of ballet and simple tap
combinations will be taught. For grades 1 -6 (Children in kinder- Students must have passed Beginning Tumbling. Girls will have
garten who have previous tap and ballet training may register.) the opportunity to learn handsprings, one - handed and dive cart -
Registration Fee $11.50/8 Sessions. Classes45 min. Instructors wheels. Grades 1 and up. Registration Fee $12.00/8 Sessions.
Anna Venegas #70, Nancy Candea #'s 71,72. Classes 1 hour.
# Day Date Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
70 Mon. Jan. 12 4:25 p.m. Willow Lane
85 Sat. Jan. 17 10:05 a.m. NVJH
71 Mon. Jan. 12 3:15 p.m. Garden City GIRL'S BEGINNING APPARATUS
72 Thurs. Jan. 15 3:20 p.m. Evergreen Students must have passed Beginning Tumbling in order to
TAP & BALLET FOR KINDERGARTEN - NEW register for this class. Skills such as mounts turns and stunts will
For children in Kindergarten only. Students will learn the funda- be taught at the beginning level on the use of the balance beam,
mentals of ballet and simple tap steps. Registration Fee $11.50/8 uneven parallel bars and vaulting horse. For grades 1 and up.
Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Anna Venegas. Registration Fee $12.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
73 Mon. Jan. 12 5:15 p.m. Willow Lane 86 Wed. Jan. 14 6:15 p.m. BCHS
TINY TOT TAP AND BALLET 1 87 Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. NVJH
Childrenwill havean opportunity to participate in beginning ballet GIRL'S ADVANCED APPARATUS
movements and simple tap steps. For preschool children who will Students must have passed Beginning Apparatus in order to
be 3' /2 years old by March 1987. Registration Fee $11.50/8 register for this class. Girls will continue to work on various jumps
Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Nancy Candea. and leaps and will learn more advanced gymnastic stunts. For
# Day Begins Time Location grades 2 and up. Registration Fee $14.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1
74 Tues. Jan. 13 5:15 p.m. Palmer Lake hour 15 min.
75 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:30 p.m. Evergreen # Day Begins Time Location
TINY TOT TAP AND BALLET II 88 Wed. Jan. 14 7:15 p.m. BCHS
For preschool children 4 and up who have had at least one year 89 Sat. Jan. 17 11:10 a.m. NVJH GYMSTERS t
previous Tap and Ballet training. Students will continue with ballet
fundamentals and learn new combinations. Registration Fee Basic gymnastics and exercises designed to improve child's
$11.50/8 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Nancy Candea. motor skills and coordination. Class activities include tumbling
# Day Begins Time Location and introduction to the balance beam and bars. For boys and girls
76 Mon. Jan. 12 5:15 p.m. Garden City ages 3 -5 (children must be 3 by March, 1987.) Class ratio 8
TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE students/ instructor. Classes45 min. Instructors LindaSchiesl #
This class ives an o 90, 97, Tracey Gustafson #'s 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96.
g� opportunity to participate in creative expres- CLASSES ONCE AWEEK - $14.50/8 WEEKS
sion, rhythms and dance. The emphasis is on developing physical # Day Begins Time Location
skills, imagination and self- expression. For preschool children # Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. Location
NVJH
who will be 3 years old by March 1987. Registration Fee Sat. Jan. 17 10:10 a.m. NVJH
$14.00/10 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Nancy Candea. 991 1 Sat. Jan. 17 11:05 a.m. NVJH
# Day Begins Time Location
77 Wed. Jan. 14 5:45 p.m. Earle Brown 93 Sat. Jan. 17 Noon NVJH
RHYTHMS AND TUMBLING 94 Sat. March 14 10:10 a.m. NVJH
95 Sat. March 14 11:05 a.m. NVJH
Beginning Tumbling stunts and patterns for coordination will be 96 Sat. March 14 Noon NVJH
taught. For preschool children who will be3 years old by March, CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $10.75/6 WEEKS
1987. Registration Fee $11.50/8 Sessions. Classes 45 min. 97 Sat. March 14 9:00 a.m. NVJH
Instructor Kathleen Ketterhagen. GYMSTERS II
# Day Begins Time Location
78 Mon. Jan. 12 5:30 p. m. Evergreen Gymsters II is a continuation of Gymsters I. Children will learn
more advanced moves on the low balance beam, tumbling and
WIGGLES AND GIGGLES bars. For preschool children 4 and up who have taken Gymsters I
An exercise class for parent and child ages 2 -5. Some exercises, class. Class ratio8 students/instructor. Classes45 min. Instructor
a little dancing, stunts, tricks, and most of all wiggling and giggling Linda Schiesl.
and lots of fun for everyone! Wear play clothes and a smile. CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $14.50/8 WEEKS
Classes 45 min. Instructor Linda Schiesl. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 98 Sat. Jan. 17 9:55 a.m. NVJH
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $14.50/8 WEEKS 99 Sat. Jan. 17 10:50 a.m. NVJH
79 Sat. Jan. 17 11:45 a.m. NVJH CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $10.75/6 WEEKS
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $10.75/6 WEEKS 10 100 Sat. March 14 9:55 a.m. NVJH
80 Sat. March 14 11:45 a.m. NVJH 101 Sat. March 14 10:50 a.m. NVJH
CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
BOY'S TUMBLING YAMAHA DX -7 SYNTHESIZER - NEW
A course in the beginning techniques of tumbling. Students will This class will go beyond the activities we will be doing in music
have an opportunity to learn such basic skills as rolls, headstands, class on the new Synthesizer. Students will have the opportunity
handstands, etc. For grades 1 -6. Classes 1 hour. Instructors for additional time working with the instrument and the computer.
Tracey Gustafson #103, 104, Nancy Candea # 102. For grades 5 & 6. Registration Fee $3.00/2 Sessions. Classes 1
# Day Begins Time Location hour. Instructor Dawn Dahlberg.
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $15.00/10 WEEKS # Day Begins Time Location
102 Wed. Jan. 14 4:40 p.m. Earle Brown 107 Tues. Jan. 20 3:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $12.00/8 WEEKS 108 Tues. Feb. 3 3:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
103 Sat. Jan. 17 9:00 a.m. NVJH
104 Sat. March 14 9:00 a.m. NVJH SPORTS HOUR
JUDO An activity that includes learring sports skills, playing games and
having a fun time. The fundamentals of floor hockey and basket -
For boys and girls 8 years and up who are interested in learning ball will be taught. For girls and boys in grades 1 -6. Registration
the basic skills or more advanced techniques of judo. Carl Flood, Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Kathleen Ketter-
6th Degree Blackbelt, provides complete instruction. In addition, hagen.
interested students may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club # Day Begins Time Location
which is nationally sanctioned. All lessons held in the Wresting 109 Tues. Jan. 20 3:10 p.m. Fair Oaks
Room. Registration Fee $15.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. # 23 110 Wed. Jan. 21 3:10 p.m. Orchard Lane
Beginning, # 24 Advanced; for adults and children. Assistant
instructor Steve Johnson, 2nd Degree Blackbelt. CROCHETING FOR KIDS
# Day Begins Time Location Beginning crochet instructionfor4 -6. Third graders accepted with
23 Thurs. Jan. 22 7:00 p.m. NVJH consent of instructor. Bring a G or H metal crochet hook and
24 Thurs. Jan. 22 8:00 p.m. NVJH practice yarn to the first class. Registration Fee $7.50/6 Sessions.
SATURDAY SUNSHINE KIDS Classes 1 hour. Instructor Esther Hyland.
# Day Begins Time Location
A social /recreational program designed for children with mental 1 1 1 Tues. Feb. 10 3:15 p.m. Fair Oaks
handicaps residing in the Northern Suburbs. The club will be 112 Wed. Feb. 11 3:20 p.m. Evergreen
divided into age groups, 4 -6 year olds and 7 -11 year olds. 113 Thurs. Feb. 12 3:05 p.m. Palmer Lake
Activities include arts and crafts, cooking, music, and sports.
Location is at Thorson Community Center, Crystal. January 17- SNEAKY SNAKE SINGS - NEW
March 14, 9:30 a.m. -Noon. Registration and information call, 933- Participants will play snake games, sing songs about snakes and
9105. Fee is $20.00, worms and make a snake puppet- what FUN! Please bring a sock
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM (any kind) from home. Parents are invited to join us. Words to
songs will be sent home. For grades 2 & 3. Registration Fee
The after school program enables students to explore fields $1.00/1 Sessions. Class 1 hour. Instructor Dawn Dahlberg.
outside the regular school curriculum and will be held immediately # Day Date Time Location
after school. These programs are designed to acquaint elementary 114 Thurs. Feb. 26 3:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
students with new skills, or to enjoy a new activity. Although these AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES AT EARLE BROWN
programs are scheduled at specific schools, you can register for
classes outside your home school. However, school district A variety of after school classes will be offered for all grades this
policies will not allow children to leave school early to participate Winter at Earle Brown. Flyers will be sent home with yourchildren.
in an after school class. If you have any questions or would like to teach a class, call Linda
If you would like to see a class offered or would like to be an Hanka, Elementary School Building Coordinator, 561 -4480.
instructor for a class, please contact the Parks and Recreation CUPID'S COOKIE &CARD COMPANY
Department (561 -5448) or your Elementary School Building Co
ordinator. Make this Valentine's Day really special. Participants will make
Karen Lipski Evergreen 561 -0270 and decorate heart shaped cookies - how sweet it is. After making
Cameron Cross Garden City 561 -9768 cookies, add personal touches to make your own Valentines.
Bonnie Capper- Eckstein Palmer Lake 561 -1930 Bring a small shoe box. For grades 1 -4. Registration Fee $5.50/1
Terry Westermann Fair Oaks 561-4415 Session. Class 3 hours. Instructor Nancy Candea.
Linda Hanka Earle Brown 561 -4480 # Day Date Time Location
Arvid Lauen Orchard Lane 533 -1645 115 Sat. Feb. 7 1:00 P.M. CC
Ken Gulbraa Willow Lane 561 -9272
THE GREAT MOUSE DETECTIVE
ADVANCED BOWLING - NEW Join us on President's Day for an afternoon of movie and swim fun
Learn to pick up those difficult spares using ball spin to your on Monday, February 16. First see Disney's The Great Mouse
advantage! Learn the 5 step approach and brush up on your Detective. After the movie, stay for a free swim. Movie times at
scoring skills. For students in grades 4 -6 who have taken the 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Birthday parties and youth groups are
Beginning Bowling class at Palmer Lake School. Registration Fee welcome. Refreshments will be sold. Admission is $1.50 all ages.
$16.00/12 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Daniel Monson. (Memberships do not apply.)
# Day Begins Time Location Day Date Time Location
105 M & W Jan. 12 3:05 p.m. Palmer Lake Mon. Feb. 16 12:30 & 2:30 p.m. CC
LOW IMPACT SPORTS HOUR - NEW SLEEPING BEAUTY
Students will learn and participate in aerobic dancing, tumbling It's Friday Night at the movies and everyone's invited to see the
and jump roping. Other activities include ones picked by parti- Disney Classic, Sleeping Beauty. First, at7:00 p.m., see the movie;
cipants. Lots of fun for everyone. Forgrades4 -6. Registration Fee then stay for a free swim. Children, families, birthday parties and
$6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Donna Gerber. youth groups are welcome. Refreshments will be sold. Admission
# Day Begins Time Location is $1.50 all ages.(Membersh!ps do not apply.)
106 Thurs. Jan. 15 3:15 p.m. Palmer Lake Day Date Time Location
Fri. March 20 7:00 p.m. CC
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
SNOW DAZE - NEW VACATION DAY CAMP - APRIL 13 -17
For preschoolers 4 -6 years old. Bundle up and come celebrate Do you work? Are you wondering what to do with the kids during
Winter! We'll build snowmen, make angels in the snow and play Spring Vacation? We've got the perfect solution.
Winter games. After the outdoor fun, there's hot chocolate and Extended Recreation Programming.
cookies. These special activities are just a few of the things During the week of Spring Vacation (April 13-17) we'll run an
planned during this snow daze Winter celebration. Children extended recreation program for children grades K -6 from 7:00
should come dressed warmly for the outdoors. in the event of am. until 6:30 p.m. Activities will include swimming, tours, pro -
inclement weather or no snow, alternate indoor activities will be grams at library, games, open gym, crafts and one lunch. Parents
done. We might even make our own snow flakes! Registration Fee will receive a schedule of daily activities prior to the week.
$4.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. Schiebel. Students must provide their own lunch (except for the day we eat
# Day Date Time Location out). Beverage and snacks will be provided each day. For more
116 Wed. Jan. 14 10:00 am. CC information, call 561 -5448. This filled up fast last year, so parents
n are encouraged to sign up early. Registration Fee $47.00/5 days.
# Day Begins Time Location
118 M -F April 13 7:00 a.m. CC
'LUCKY LITTLE LEPRECHAUNS -NEW
Sail with me across the sea, to the land where Shamrocks grow. CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY -NEW
When dressed in green, we'll search for our dream, at the end of Celebrate your birthday with us. Come to
the rainbow. Attention! All Leprechauns ages4 -6 years old, come the Community Center on your birthday
and help usfindthe magical pot of gold! Don't forget to wear green.
and with one paid admission or more
Registration Fee $4.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. (friend, family, etc.), you get in free. A great
Schiebel. way to get into the swim of things on your
# Day Date Time Location �,� = birthday. For more information call 561-
117 Mon. March 16 1:00 p.m. CC 5448.
- Winter Activities
ADULT SKI TRIPS - 5TH & 6TH GRADE SKI SPECIAL
All adults are invited to join us as we visit a different area each 5th & 6th graders are invited to join us on Jan. 19 for a day of
Wednesday. Bus pick ups at Four Seasons Mall and the ski fun at Welch Village. Bus leaves North View Jr. High at
Brooklyn Center Community Center. Times vary with each of 8:30 a.m. and the Community Center at 8:45 a.m. Bus returns
these day trips. If you would like a 1987 ski brochure, call 561- approximately 4:15 p.m. Fee includes lift, rental, lesson,
5448. Registration will not be taken at Brooklyn Center transportation and chaperones. Sign up early; space is
Parks and Recreation Department. limited. Registration Fee $11.00/1 Session.
Date Ski Area # Day Date Time Ski Area �..
> >`� Jan. 14 Welch Village 126 Mon. Jan. 19 8:30 a.m. Welch Village
Jan. 21 Wild Mountain
A 5�` ^ � Jan. 28 Trollhaugen Registrations accepted immediately.
Feb. 4 Afton Alps
Feb. 11 Welch Village
Feb. 18 Wild Mountain
Feb. 25 Spirit Mountain CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
(Registrations accepted immediately at Crystal Parks and Free indoor clinic co- sponsored by Hennepin Parks and
Recreation Department, 537 -8421) Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department. Topics
covered include equipment selection, how to dress, waxing,
JUNIOR HIGH SKI TRIPS warm - up exercises, ski locations and basic techniques. On
Ski trips for Junior High students. Bus pick ups at North View the snow clinics will be available to all indoor clinic par
Jr. High (69th & Zane). Parent permission slip required for ticipants for a small fee. R.S.V.P. through Hennepin Parks at
all trips. Fee includes lift ticket, transportation and chaper- 559-9000. Class 2 hours. (Free)
ones. Equipment rental is extra. Flyers will be available in the Day Date Time Location
Junior Highs. Mon. Jan. 19 7:00 p.m. CC
Trip # Day Date Fee Ski Area
119 Fri. Jan. 9 $13.00 Wild Mt.
120 Mon. Jan. 19 $24.00 Spirit Mt.
121 Fri. Jan. 23 $14.00 Welch Village ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE
122 Fri. Feb. 6 $13.00 Trollhaugen Join in the fun at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. All
123 Fri. Feb. 13 $13.00 Wild Mt. programs require reservations; some require fee. To make
124 Fri. Feb. 20 $14.00 Welch Village reservations or for program information call Eastman Nature
1 125 Fri. Feb. 27 $13.00 Trollhaugen Center, 420 -4300.
Registrations accepted immediately.
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Special Activities
"LIFE. BE IN IT." - Merchandise SQUARE DANCE LESSONS AND DANCES
"Life. Be In IT." is a promotional campaign to increase public Lessons are offered by the Happy Face Square Dance Club from
awareness of the values of recreation and leisure in one's life. It 7:30 -9:30 p.m. Tuesday evenings at Northport Elementary School.
uses humorous family characters to help get individuals to place The cost is $2.00 per person with the first lesson free to new -
activity higher in the priorities of day -to-day life. comers. Both singles and couples are welcome. Dances are held
At the Community Center we have for sale "Life. Be In It. "T shirts, the third Sat. of each month at NVJH from 8:00 -10:00 p.m. For
hooded sweatshirts and hats in a variety of colors and sizes. We more information, call 561 8360 or 561 4195.
also sell swim goggles, caps, nose plugs and Community Center SINGLES CIRCLE SQUARE DANCE
bags. They make a perfect gift forchild oradult. Forspecific prices, Meets on Wednesdays from 7:30 -9:30 p.m. at Earle Brown School.
call 561 -5448.
First lesson is free. Singles and couples welcome. For more
GIFT CERTIFICATES information, call 537 -0003 or 533 -7902.
Need a gift idea? If you are tired of giving perfume or cologne for BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB
birthday and holiday gifts or cannot think of something original, The Brooklyn Center Women's Club meets at 1:00 p.m. the second
get a Parks and Recreation Gift Certificate. We have many Tuesday of every month through May in the Social Hall of the
classes, swim memberships, trips, special events and mer- Community Center. Membership is open to any women over the
chandise for all ages and interests in any monetary value. The age of 21. Yearly dues are $5.00. The purpose of the Club is to
certificates are available in the Parks and Recreation Department
at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Promote social, cultural, and civic activities for area women. A
Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. For information call 561 variety of programs are presented each month, followed by
5448. refreshments and a social time. January 13, Jill Pick presents
Health Options, February 10, Food Test, March 10, the Lions Club
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HARMONETTES will talk on their fascinating seeing Eye Dog program. On January
The Harmonettes are women over high school age who enjoy 27, the trip will feature a Polynesian show and lunch at the Bali Hi,
February 24, Grain Exchange Tour, lunch in the Orion Room and
music. Performances are given throughout the metro area with an tour of Byerly's, St. Louis Park. The trip on March 24 will be a tourof
annual spring finale show. The show is developed each year with Bachmans and lunch at the Hotel Sofitel. If you have questions
new songs, costumes and choreographed dances accompanied about becoming a member of the club, call 537 -5650.
bya four piece band. There is a nominal registration fee. The group
is co-sponsored by Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park Parks and BROOKLYN AREA LIBRARY
Recreation Departments. For information call 561 -5448. Re- Programs for adults and children are listed in the monthly Calen-
hearsals are Mondays, 8:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Junior High School. dar of Events available at the library. Storyhours for preschoolers
New members are welcome. Director Jane Vigue Wilson. and toddlers are presented on Tuesdays and Wednesday, and
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND preregistration is requested.
The band is co- sponsored by the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn The library has a wide range of materials available including
Park Parks and Recreation Departments and is open to all post business services such as Standard and Poor and Moody's,
high school age men and women. Practice is on Monday nights at approximately 500 periodical subscriptions, art prints, computer
North View Jr. High. New members are welcome. For more software, popular fiction, etc. Special children's services include
information call the Parks and Recreation Department at 561- Sick Kits and Vacation Kits assembled on request and Parenting
5448. Director Paul Schierenbeck. Packages.
CANOE ASSOCIATION Hours for January through March: Monday- Thursday 10 a.m. to 9
The Minnesota Canoe Association, Inc. in cooperation with the p.m., Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department, will present Telephone: Reference Information 566 -8300, Hours 566 -1319,
their annual Canoe Builders Show on Saturday, February 21, Renewals 566-2034, TDD 566 -2233.
1987, at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle
Creek Parkway. YOUTH CONNECTION
This annual program features a continuous program of speakers A program designed to promote recreation activities for TMR
and demonstrations from 1 to 6 p.m. Learn how you can build your teens, 12-17 years old. The programs will enhance socialization
own state -of- the -art wood strip canoe in time for summer's warmer skills of teens through activities such as organized games, drama,
days. Award winning canoe designers will discuss form and singing, creative art and outdoor activities. Youth Connection
thoughts relating to today's modern canoes. Enjoy a full afternoon meets at fair School, 3915 Adair Ave. No., Crystal, Tuesdays,
and learn how simple it is for you to build your own canoe! For January 13 -March 10, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. The cost is $20.00 and pre -
additional information call Jim Robinson at 588 -5402. registration is necessary.
Coming, Saturday, March 21, a planning seminar for canoists TEEN ACTION
interested in traveling into the BWCA this summer. Mark your This exciting social and recreation program is for EMIR teenagers,
calendar, more information in the spring brochure. 12 -17 years old. The group will focus on improving their leisure
PHOTOGRAPHY DARKROOM USE skills through field trips and community experiences. Teen Action
meets every other week at various locations. Teens must be able
The photo darkroom located in the Brooklyn Center Community to work in a ratio of 1 staff to 8 participants. The club fee is $10.00
Center is open to all interested persons fora fee of$1.00 per hour. plus any costs for field trips and food. Call for your schedule of
User's must furnish their own chemicals and paper. Persons who events.
have completed our Darkroom Technique classes are eligible to Youth Connection and Teen Action are sponsored by the North -
use the lab. Person's who have had darkroom training somewhere west Suburbs of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal,
else must attend our Photo Lab Orientation session. See Adult
Activities for information. Robbinsdale, Golden Valley, New Hope and West Hennepin
Community Center. For program and registration information, call
Tracy at 933-9105.
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Swim Activities
ADULT SWIM LESSONS
registration starts 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 1987. Beginner thru Swimmer level swim instruction for adult and high
Swim re
9 Y, Y school age. Here is an opportunity to learn to swim or brush up on
All other class registrations begin at 1:00 p.m. (Numbers will be your strokes. Registration Fee $24.50/10 Lessons. Classes 40
given out one hour before registration.) WHEN REGISTERING min.
FOR SWIMMING LESSONS. PLEASE GIVE US NUMBER OF CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS
CLASS. # Day Begins Time Location
150 Sat. Jan. 10 10:40 a.m. CC
151 Tues. Jan. 13 7:45 p.m. CC
CHILDCARE SERVICE 152 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:45 p.m. CC
CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS
The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending 153 M & W Jan. 12 11:15 a.m. CC
morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming lessons at the 154 M & W Feb. 16 11:15 a.m. CC
Community Center. The minimum age is 6 months. The cost is 70(t
perchild perhourforeach preschool child. The "PLAY CORNER" ADULT SUPER CHICKEN
will be open Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1 2:15 p.m. beginning Jan. Separate classes for those persons, high school age and up, who
5. Additional times may be noted in the description of Adult have a real fear of water. Here is an opportunity to overcome that
Classes. For further information call 561 -5448. fear and learn to enjoy the sport. Registration Fee $24.50/10
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS Lessons. Super Chicken classes are held the same days and
times as adult lessons, see schedule.
Lesson in water adjustment forchildren ages 2 and 3. One parent
must accompany the child in the water, preferable the same SENIOR ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS
parent each time. Registration Fee $16.50/10 Lessons. Classes American Red Cross swim lessons are for men and women ages
30 min. 62 years and older. Here is a chance to brush upon skills you have
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS already learned, experience new skills or start right from the
# Day Begins Time Location beginning. We also have room for "Super Chickens." Registration
127 Sat. Jan. 10 10:05 a.m. CC Fee $24.50/10 Lessons. Classes same days and times as adult
128 Mon. Jan. 12 6:00 p.m. NVJH lessons. Brooklyn Center residents $12.25/10 Lessons.
129 Tues. Jan. 13 6:00 p.m. CC
130 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:00 p.m. CC ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
DAYTIME CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS Swimming lessons for children and adults of all ages who are
131 M & W Jan. 12 10:05 a.m. CC physically and /or mentally handicapped. Classes have a ratio of
132 M & W Feb. 16 10:05 a.m. CC one student to one instructor. Registration Fee $16.50/10
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS Lessons. Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location
Swimming instruction for 4 and 5 year olds. Parents do not 155 Sat. Jan. 10 9:30 a.m. CC
accompany the child in the water, The following lessons are
taught: Water Adjustment, Beginner and Advanced Beginner. PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Registration Fee $16.50/ Private swim lessons are available at the Community Center and
10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. North View Jr. High forafeeof $9.00 /half hour. Call the Community
CLASSES ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS Center for further information, 561 -5448, Ext. 171.
# Day Begins Time Location
133 Sat. Jan. 10 9:30 p.m. CC DIVING
134 Sat. Jan. 10 10:05 a.m. CC Beginning lessons on the 1 and 3 meter springboard for children
135 Mon. Jan. 12 6:00 p.m. NVJH who are intermediate or better swimmers. Registration Fee
136 Tues. Jan. 13 6:00 p.m. CC $16.50./10 Lessons. Classes 40 min.
137 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:00 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
DAYTIME CLASSES TWICE A WEEK FOR 5 WEEKS 156 Tues. Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. CC
138 M & W Jan. 12 9:30 a.m. CC
139 M & W Jan. 12 10:40 a.m. CC BASIC RESCUE AND WATER SAFETY
140 M & W Feb. 16 9:30 a.m. CC A Red Cross course for persons ages 11 and older. Skill in self
141 M & W Feb. 16 10:40 a.m. CC rescue, extensions and artificial respirations will be taught. Stu -
CHILDRENS SWIM LESSONS dents must pass a preliminary swimming test and must attend
every class. Absences will not be made up. Registration Fee
Red Cross Beginner through Swimmer. Instruction for boys and $26.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
girls ages 6 and older. Classes have an average ratio of 5 # Day Begins Time Location
students /instructor. registration Fee $16.50/10 Lessons. Classes 157 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:00 p.m. CC
30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location ADVANCED LIFESAVING COURSE
142 Sat. Jan. 10 10:40 a.m. CC A Red Cross course for persons ages 15 and older. Students must
143 Sat. Jan. 10 11:15 a.m. CC be able to tread water, surface dive and swim 500 continuous
144 Mon. Jan. 12 6:35 p.m. NVJH yards. CPR, Multi -Media First Aid and student guarding time will
145 Mon. Jan. 12 7:10 p.m. NVJH also be part of the course. Attendance is required and absences
146 Tues. Jan. 13 6:35 p.m. CC will not be made up. Registration Fee $46.00/10 Sessions and
147 Tues. Jan. 13 7:10 p.m. CC include all materials needed. Classes 3 hours. Instructors Steve
148 Thurs. Jan. 15 6:35 p.m. CC Froehlich, Barb Pierce.
149 Thurs. Jan. 15 7:10 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
158 Sun. Jan. 11 7:00 p.m. CC
CPR - Sat. Jan. 31 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
14 MMFA - Sat. Feb. 14 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SWIM ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
OPEN WATER SCUBA COURSE CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US - NEW
This class is designed for adults interested in underwater diving Celebrate your birthday with us. Come to the
and who are comfortable in water. Each person must provide his Community Center on your birthday and with
own mask, fins and snorkle in the second lesson. Other equipment one paid admission or more (friend, family, etc.)
will be provided. Class is 4 hours in length and will meet once a you get in free. A great way to get into the swim
week for 5 weeks. Open water dives are a requirement of this class of things on you r birthday. For more information
at a additional fee of approximately $75.00. On completion of this E. ' call 561 -5448.
course P.A.D.I. certification will be awarded. Registration Fee
$100.00/5 Sessions. This includes the textbook Instructor Terry
Nooner.
# Day Begins Time Location
159 Sun. Jan. 11 4:00 p.m. CC
160 Sun. Feb. 15 4:00 p.m. CC 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year
SCUBA OPEN SWIM Family $65.00 110.00 187.00
Individual $37.00 61.00 104.00
A special time to practice for those with scuba equipment only. Family members will be limited to parents and children living at
Designed for those taking scuba instruction as well as any other home 20 years of age and under.
interested person. Cost. $1.00 per time. Thursdays 8:30 -10:00 SENIOR ADULT RATES
p.m. North View Jr. High beginning Jan. 8.
3 month membership for Brooklyn Center residents 62 years &
NORTH VIEW OPEN SWIM older - $10.00
Begins January 8 - cost 75¢. Thursday - 7:30 -8:30 p.m. Single admission rate for Senior Adults resident or non - resident
NORTH VIEW POOL AND GYM RENTAL 62 years and older, $1.25.
GENERAL ADMISSION
The North View Jr. High Pool and Gymnasium, located at 69th and Adult (18 & over) $2.25
Zane Avenue are available for rental at various times during the Youth (15-17) $1.75
weekend. Call the Community Center at 561 -5448 for further Children (5 -14) $1.50
information. Cost: Pool $20.00 /per hour. Gym $6.00 /per hour.
OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE
COMMUNITY CENTER POOL RENTAL MONDAY -WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY
The Community Center Pool is available for rental by your school, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
group, or party at various times during the week Call the Com- TUESDAY-THURSDAY
munity Center at 561 -5448 for further information. Cost: $44.00 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
per hour. 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. (Adults only)
LIFE. BE IN IT AND SWIM SATURDAY
Can you swim 10 miles? You may want to take advantage of this 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Adults only)
opportunity. All you need to do is obtain a card and fill it out on your 1:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
own. Start by swimming 1 /4 mile at a time. Earn a Red Cross SUNDAY
certificate and patch. Mark your card after each time you swim. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Begin today! Any questions about "Life. Be In It and Swim "contact MONDAY - FRIDAY
Gayle at 561 -5448. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB Adults and /or organized groups only
All boys and girls 6 and up through college are invited to join the The wading pool is open to children ONLY when supervised by a
Brooklyn Swim Club, the local Minnesota U.S. Swimming Club, for parent. The wading pool is closed during the following hours:
competitive swimming. Sponsored by the Brooklyn Center and Tuesday & Thursday - 4:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Brooklyn Park Parks and Recreation Departments. The Swim Club Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
offers a wide ranging program for individuals for all levels of ability
in competitive swimming. For further information call 561 -5448, School age children ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE BUILDING
Ext. 171. A free 2 week trial period is offered to any interested DURING SCHOOL HOURS. On school holidays students will be
swimmer who has never tried competitive swimming. admitted at 1:00 p.m. Children under 1st grade MUST BE
ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT in the building at all times.
SPECIAL MONTHLY POOL ATTRACTIONS EXERCISE & SAUNA SCHEDULE
JANUARY - Enjoy Summer in January - Bring a picnic lunch and MONDAY - WEDNESDAY- FRIDAY
swim for half price on January 17 from 1 -4 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY - A Valentine Special - On February 14 bring a friend TUESDAY-THURSDAY
for 15¢ with on paid general admission. 9:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
MARCH - St. Patrick's Special -Wear green and swim for half price! 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. (Adults only)
SATURDAY SUNDAY
Enjoy FREE POPCORN all day Sunday, March 14 1 -6 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
APRIL - Have fun at our Easter Egg Match on Saturday, April 11. The use of the Exercise room is limited to 15 years old and up. The
Match your egg with the lucky number and win a prize!
use of the sauna is limited to 18 years and up. CHILDREN
MAY- TakeaDouble- Dip- Comeand take a dip in ourpool. Have a YOUNGER THAN THIS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED EVEN IF
dip of ice cream before leaving - Saturday, May 16, ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT.
Watch for further information distributed by the Parks and Recre- GAM EROOM
ation Department. Enjoy our gameroom equipped with jukebox, pool, video games
and pinball.
SNACKBAR
15 Visit our refreshment area, located next to the game room.
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BROOKLYN CENTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
PARKS AND RECREATION t All registration must be made at the Park and Recreation office in the
ADVISORY COMMISSION Community Center beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan.3 (numbers
will be handed out at noon). Swim registration isseparate• see box below,
The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each **Registration made by mail will not be accepted before Jan. 5.
month, 7:30 p.m. Council Chambers. This Commission advises the City No phone registrations.
Council on the Parks and Recreation Program in Brooklyn Center. 2. On theopeningdayof registration, Saturday, Jan. 3,a person maysignup
Donald Krefting Bud Sorenson, Chairperson Dave Skeels forhimselfor his immediate family ONLY. Afterthis date, you mayregister
Carl Manson Don Peterson Larry Propst
for as many as you wish.
3. The Parks and Recreation office in the Community Center is open
THE BROOKLYN CENTER Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m. -
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 9:00 p.m.; Sunday, 1:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m.
4. Where Classes are limited, registration will be on the first come -first
Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may share in the God serve basis. Persons are not considered registered until the fee has been
given right to beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility; and to the end that each may paid. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel
herein find the laughter of childhood, the acceptance of youth, the fulfillment classes or activities when an insufficient number of people sign up.
of adult life, and the companionship of old age, through a healthy, satisfying 5. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at the activity
use of leisure time. location.
Arnie Mavis - Director of Recreation 6. Should you find it necessary to transfer session or class times, this may
Dick Ploumen - Superintendent of Public Works be done if an opening exists by paying a 50¢ transfer fee per class. All
Kathy Flasher - Program Supervisor transfers must be done in person at the Community Center.
Susan LaCrosse - Program Supervisor 7 The following refund policy will be in effect except where noted in the
Gayle Gardner Janssen - Aquatic Supervisor class description. Requests for refunds must be made at least 24 hours
REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY. BEFORE the second class session, There will be a $3.00 service
WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE MONDAY JAN. 5. charge on any refund before the first class begins and a $4.00 service
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 charge before the second class. NO REFUNDS AFTER THE SECOND
CLASS SESSION.
8. Persons who register for an activity where capacity enrollment has
Name already been reached will go an a waiting list. Additional classes may be
(Last) (First) formed if there are sufficient requests and if space and competent
instruction is available.
9. Senior Citizens 62 years and older, who are residents of Brooklyn Center
Address may enjoy most activity classes at 1 /2 the registration fee. This does not
(Zip) apply to supplies or special Senior Classes which are at a special rate.
10. Check schedule for beginning date of each class.
11. Sorry, no trip refunds, unless cancelled by the Parks & Recreation
Department.
(Phone) (Work Phone) 12. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators, including
parents, are not allowed except with permission. This includes children.
For further information call 561 -544b.
Activity
(Location)
Swim registration for Swimming Lessons which are to be conducted at
Time the Community Center Pool and North View Jr. High will begin Sat.Jan.3
Class # starting at 9:00 a.m. at the COMMUNITY CENTER. Mail registrations will
not be accepted for Swimming Lessons. (Number will be handed out at
Class Day Amoun 8:00 a.m.)