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INCLUDES THE
1985 SUMMER
BROOKLYN CENTER
PARKS &RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
BROCHURE
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CI BROo T O N CENTER /REPORT* MANAGER'S
MAY, 1985 NO. 46
FBROOKLYN
Equalization Board
CENTER Will Convene June 3
NEIGHBORHOOI3
igation and review evidence
The Brooklyn Center City presented by the complainant, to
CRIME Council will meet on Monday, June assure the proper evaluation of
3 at 7 p.m. at the City Hall, 6301 the property by the assessor.
Shingle Creek Parkway to act as If the value is found to be
the Board of Equalization in order excessive, it may be reduced
to review the current property accordingly, however, if the value
WATC H valuations. is too low, the Board has the
Durin g them Council power to increase the value.
meeting. the Co p
will review the values placed against For additional information or
all taxable property within the questions concerning the meeting
community. and the duties of the Board of
Taxpayers may appear at the Equalization. please contact the
meeting for the purpose of re- City Hall at 561 -5440.
viewing. with the Board. the valu- For an appointment to appear
Neighborhood ations placed upon their particular at the Board of Equalization. call
Watch Signs property. If a complaint is registered. the Assessor's Office at 561 -5440.
the Board will conduct an invest- ext. 142.
Available
The Brooklyn Center Crime TAP Helps Residents
Prevention Fund now has neighbor- program does not just involve
hood Watch signs available, at no The Brooklyn Center Telephone calling and telling some voice on
charge, to those neighborhoods Assurance Program is for the the phone that everything is alright.
that have formally organized a elderly or handicapped who live The clerks are personally
Neighborhood Watch program. alone in the community. committed to develop friendships.
The signs, 12 inches by 18 Telephone Assurance Program provide warm conversations. offer
inches in size, will be posted by (TAP) members call in each day advice and just plain visiting on
the City at entrances to the part- from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. If the call is the phone. In addition, the TAP
icipating areas. not made. a TAP clerk will call to program sends out holiday and
The Neighborhood Watch pro- see if all is well. birthday cards and greetings.
gram was created to obtain resident If there is no response. a If you would like further in-
involvement in discouraging and neighbor or friend is called (each formation for yourself. a family
preventing crime in their neighbor- person participating in the program member or a friend, contact a
hood. The program uses resident provides the names of people to TAP clerk at 535 -2225 any day of
involvement to secure their own contact in case of an emergency). the week from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or
homes and property, and to report To date, the program has helped call City Hall at 561 -5440. extension
any suspicious activity to the police. several persons with their im- 152.
If you have an organized Neigh- mediate needs, involving emerg-
borhood Watch group, and need ency procedures in some cases.
the signs, or if you would like to Current members are very en- b be inquiries and requests may
e
form a group in your neighborhood, thusiastic about TAP. ti directed at the City n regard-
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please contact the Brooklyn Center Another important aspect about i n g if there is any
in a service that we a ar
e Lio iu re autt hoorizerize d
Police Department for additional this program, involves the com- to __perform, please call us at
information at 561 -5440, extension panionship and personal warmth 561 -5440.
152, during normal business hours. provided by the TAP clerks. The
Mid -Year Homestead Application
Must Be Made Prior To June 1
occupancy. The City requires one will receive a card on or about
The mid -year homestead letter from a neighbor and one January 2 of each year to renew
provides opportunities for those letter from either the gas or electric the homestead status.
persons who purchased homes companies. These companies Owners seeking to qualify
in the community after January furnish the letters upon request. fora mid -year homestead credit
2, and by June 1. Other verifications may also be must make application to the
To be eligible for a mid -year requested. Assessor's Off ice at the Brooklyn
homestead credit. you must actually Once the homestead class- Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle
own and occupy your home as of ification is obtained, the owner Creek Parkway, prior to June
June 1. To establish residency 15.
for homestead purposes, it is please Help Yourself
necessary to bring a copy of the
instrument transferring the title
of the property to you to the And Recycle Items
Assessor's Office at the time of
application. To obtain a directory listing
The homeowner will receive Many items such as newspapers, of all the recycling centers in
a homestead card by mail from pop cans, milk cartons, ketchup your area, please contact the
the City on or about June 1. This bottles and junk mail join the Metropolitan Council's Public
card must be signed and returned potato peels, coffee grounds and Information Office at 291 -6464,
to the City by Friday. June 14. orange rinds in the trash can. and request a copy of the Recycle
Anyone applying for this credit Sorne of these items should be It Directory.
after June 1 must supply proof of disposed of properly ... through
recycling. Leaf Compost
Rabies According to statistics, each L
resident in the Twin Cities metro- IS Available
Vaccination politan area generated approxi- At No Charge
mately 6.8 pounds of trash per ar g
Clinic June 1 day. Leaf compost became available
This individual amount trans- mid-April as a public service by
The City of Brooklyn Center lates to more than 2.5 million Hennepin County and several
will conduct its 12th Annual Rabies tons of solid waste each year for municipalities, including Brooklyn
Vaccination Clinic on June 1, 1985, the region. Most of the waste is Center. The City compost site
from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.. at the trucked to the region's 11 sanitary is located at the City Garage,
Brooklyn Center City Garage, 6844 landfills which are rapidly becoming 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Shingle Creek Parkway. filled. The leaf composting program
The clinic is conducted by a The recycling process, or the reduces the need for landfilling
qualified veterinarian. and is open reuse of many waste materials, yard "wastes ", while providing an
to all Brooklyn Center residents is an alternative to tossing all excellent soil conditioner. Some
who wish to bring their pets for solid wastes into the trash and benefits include: improved moisture
vaccination. burying them in landfills. holding capacity of the soil; in-
The cost for vaccination is $5, Everyone has recyclable items creased aeration of the soil, to
and all animals must be leashed around the house. such as empty allow better plant growth; the soil
when brought in for the vaccination. cans, bottles, food jars, extra clothes w i l l be more erosion resistant
Cat owners are encouraged to hangers, metal scraps, or generally due to the natural "stickiness" of
bring their pets for the rabies "junk" that accumulates by taking the compost; and the compost
vaccination, and it is suggested up space. added to the soil will restore the
that cats be brought in a box or a Many conveniently located natural colors, texture and structure
similiar enclosure. recycling centers are available. of the soil.
Dog licenses will also be on and in some cases you may even Compost can be used as
sale, however residents are re- be paid for some of the items. The bedding material, garden mulch
minded that if they are coming number of centers and services and soil extender. For additional
just to purchase a license, proof is increasing to accommodate a information please call 561 -5440,
of rabies vaccination is required. growing demand. extension 177.
How To Avoid; What To Do
In Case Of Sewer Backup
A sewer backup in the home A City crewwill then checkto a sewer service line is asked to
can be avoided in some instances see if the problem is located in contact the City's Public Utility
by following a few precautionary the main sewer, and if so it will be Department prior to starting.
measures, as suggested by the corrected by the crew. If the main The City's crew will then co-
Public Utility Department. sewer is clear, you will be advised ordinate their work to prevent
Avoid flushing of non - degrad- that the problem is located in the occurrence of a secondary
able materials down the sewer. your service line and it is your backup.
Materials which will not readily responsibility to have the problem Safety hazards relating to the
disintegrate in water include metal, corrected. use of the sewer service can also
wood, plastic, rubber, cloth, sand. Sewer backups are frequently be avoided by following these
glass, heavy duty paper products, found to be caused by roots which suggestions:
newspaper and similar products. have grown into the property's • Never mix household or in-
including sanitary napkins. sewer service line. Removal of dustrial strength cleaning agents
Disposable diapers can also these roots often causes a chain for the purpose of cleaning out
cause problems, therefore it is reaction of problems. Once the your sewer service lines. Many
important to follow the manufac- roots are removed from the line. mixtures produce lethal fumes.
turers disposal recommendations. they may be pushed out into the • Never pour flammable liquids
Regardless, the plastic outer covers main sewer, where they again (gasoline. oil. solvents, or similar
do not belong in the sewer and create a blockage. products) down the drain.
will cause problems. The secondary blockage • Always keep water in floor
If a sewer backup or other may cause backups which are drains and sink traps. to avoid a
drainage problem occurs, call much more serious than the buildup of sewer gas in the home.
the City's Public Utility Depart- original blockage on the service • Be sure the vents on your
ment at 561 -5440, extension line ... both for the property plumbing system are operating
134, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., owner and neighboring houses. properly. If the flushing of a toilet
Monday through Friday. After To avoid this problem with causes the water in your sink
hours or weekends, call the secondary blockages, any pro- traps to gurgle. this is a warning
Police Department Dispatcher perty owner or plumbing con- signal which indicates a possible
at 561 -5443. tractor who removes roots from blockage of the venting system.
No Alcohol
City of Brooklyn Center Is Allowed
I
CITY COUNCIL n The Parks
Dean N The Brooklyn Center Police
yquist ............................. .......................... Mayor Department strictly enforces the
Bill Hawes ..................... ............................... Councilman City's ordinance prohibiting any
Gene Lhotka ................... ............................... Councilman person from bringing intoxicating
Celia Scott .................. ............................... Councilwoman liquors, or non - intoxicating malt
Rich Theis .................... ............................... Councilman liquors into any City park.
Gerald Splinter ................ ............................... City Manager This Includes possession.
display. consumption or use of
SERVICE DIRECTORY any alcoholic beverages. Violation
Emergency Number (24 Hours) of this ordinance is a misdemeanor
POLICE - FIRE - MEDICAL ................ ............................... 911 subject to a fine of $700 and /or
Police (non- emergency, information) .............................. 561 -5443 30 days in jail.
City Hall Offices . ............................... ..... ......... 561 -5440 The law provides for an issuance
(Monday- Friday — 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.) of a permit to qualified local
Community Center ............... ............................... 561 -5448 organizations. If your organization
CITY OFFICES requires a permit, contact the
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Director of Recreation to determine
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430 If your group is eligible for the
issuance of the permit.
Be Aware Of Pet Regulations
Domestic animals running at As a reminder, dog licenses is picked up. No such charge is
large maybe impounded, andwill cost $5 for male or female dogs, made if the owner is late in pur-
not be released until all proper and $3 for neutered male or chasing a license.
fees are paid. spayed female dogs. All dogs Residents are also advised
The animal ordinance is being must be vaccinated for rabies, that it is unlawful for any owner to
enforced in the community by and proof of rabies vaccination allow their dog to run at large.
Code Enforcement Officers, who must be presented to obtain a Animals must be on the owner's
are responsible for picking up license. property or under restraint at all
stray dogs and other animals. The Licenses can be purchased times.
CEO's will transport the impounded at the City Hall or the Community Owners of pets are reminded
animals to Funk Animal Hospital Center throughout the year. A to pick up after their dogs and
for kenneling and care services. delinquent dog license fee of 515 cats in their own yard. as well as
In order to retrieve the im- is charged if the unlicensed dog in public areas, including parks.
pounded animal, the owner
should go directlyto the Brooklyn
Center Police Department, prior Take Bicycle Safety Q uiz
to retrieving the pet from im-
pound at the Funk Animal Hos- 9. Bicyclists must obey
pital. For your general interest and posted speed limits. T F
safety. following are some ques-
tions relating to bicycle safety. 10. If you're careful, you can
Inspection For Please circle TRUE or FALSE and safely ride a bicycle on an
check your answers. The answers interstate freeway. T F
Di seased Trees are inverted below.
Will Continue t • Bicyclists should keep to "s/�ennaaa; uo laneal a13�(3!q
the right side of the road. T F sp!gao; noel elelS '3S'lV=l 'Ot
Brooklyn Center residents are •peoa ayl ;o
advised the City will be inspecting 2. Riders should give hand
and arm signals when turn- salna lie Aago Isnw Aayl '6
for trees infected with Dutch Elm T F •salo!yaA aae sa){!B - 3nu -L
disease, as part of the continuing ing.
disease prevention program 3. Bicycles must have a red - 6u'Mlem uaynn foal
The property owner is re- rear reflector. and when -uoo aa aney no,t ysnd 'g
sponsible for the total cost of ridden at night must have of ja ;es yonw s! it '3fltll
removal of the diseased tree a white headlamp. T F
poop a uado
from private property.
4. If there is a bicycle path few aa6uassed a ao Ino
,
!n the case of boulevard trees, lend few aeo ayl asneoeq ,
the City pays 50 percent of the you may use either the fuessaoau s! s!yl •3Pal
contracted amount if removed by path or the right side of
the City contractor. Or. if the abutting the roadway. T F •slu9p!33e p!one
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property owner prefers, he may 5. A passenger may be car- of fuesseoau s! s!yl - 3nu.L
assume total responsibility of ried on the crossbar of a
taking down. removing and dis- bike. T F isf10830NVa 'S
posing of the tree, along with S.11 "3S
removal of the stump, and without 6. When entering or leaving a
any City involvement. driveway, a bicyclist must �a {es s! yled Inq aayl!a tr
Property owners with infected yield the right of way to asooy3 �(ew nod 3fl»1
trees will be notified by the City motor traffic and •osle
Tree Inspector, and will be offered pedestrians. T F laa; OOS Hof alq!s!n aq Isnw - g
several options for the removal. When passing a parked I dwelpeay luoa3 - 3nu - L
The options consist basically of car, bicyclists should use
removing the tree yourself, or extra caution and sound ago ;aq l pp G 8. Z
contracting for removal by the a horn or bell. T F 6u! np uan!6 aq jsnyy 3f1»1
City contractor. Owners will have
the choice of paying the cost 8. Bicyclists should push alq!ssod se ly6!a ayl of +eau
within 30 days, or having the cost rather than ride a bicycle se app Isnw nod '3flal
assessed to the property. across busy intersections. T F
1985 SUMMER BROCHURE
Adult Activities 3
DON'T LET YOUR BODY GO ON VACATION ...
A perfect time to enjoy our classes with a daughter, mom or sister home
from college. Den pending on an individual's fitness level, schedules and
interest, you can choose from a variety of classes.
CHILDCARE SERVICE WOMEN'S EXERCISE & AEROBIC DANCE
The "PLAY- CORNER" will be provided for parents attending morning The class is fun, challenging and includes AEROBIC movements in
classes on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. or where dance combinations. This class is a physical fitness program that offers
otherwise noted in class descriptions. The minimum age is6 months. The complete and effective conditioning for muscles, heart and lungs. It's a
cost is 600 per child. per hour for each child through kindergarten. For combination of dancing for the fun of it and dancing for more ENERGY
additional information call 561 -5448. EVERYDAY! No dance background necessary. Childcare available for
morning classes. Fitness experts encourage participants to register
AQUA EXERCISE for days perweek if possible. Classes 50 min. Instructors Bev Wilson
Exercise in the water for better health and a trimmer figure. Enjoy a #'s 11 -20, 24, Cindy Lindgren #'s 10, 23, Linda Schiesl #'s 21 -22.
pleasant and invigorating experience through this unique approach to CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $8.75/7 WEEKS
exercise with music. Some AEROBICS will also be included. Class # 1 is
forwomen only. Class #2 is coed. Registration Fee $10.00/8 Sessions. # Day Begins Time Location
Classes 50 min. 10 Mon. June 10 7:00 p.m. NVJH
# Day Begins Time Location 11 Tues. June 11 9:00 a.m. CC
1 Tues. June 11 6:30 p.m. NVJH 12 Tues. June 11 5:00 p.m. CC
2 Tues. June 11 7:30 p.m. NVJH 13 Tues. June 11 6:00 p.m. CC
14 Tues. June 11 7:00 p.m. CC
WOMEN'S AQUA EXERCISE - 25 LBS PLUS 15 Thurs. June 13 9:00 a.m. CC
16 Tues. July 30 9:00 a.m. CC
A popular class. unique and different because you must be at least 25 17 Tues, July 30 5:00 p.m. CC
lbs. overweight to participate! Swimming skills are not necessary. 18 Tues. July 30 6:00 p.m. CC
Registration Fee $10.00/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Jan 19 Tues. July 30 7:00 p.m. CC
Neitzert. 20 Thurs. August 8 9:00 a.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location
3 Thurs. June 13 6:25 p.m. NVJH CLASSES ONCE A WEEK - $7.50/6 WEEKS
21 Wed. June 12 7:15 p.m. NVJH
25 LBS. PLUS 22 Sat. June 22 9:00 a.m. NVJH
This very popular exercise class is unique and different because you (NO CLASS JULY 3, 4 & 6)
must be at least 25 Ibs or more overweight! If you've tried to lose weight 23 Mon. July 29 7:00 p.m. CC
many times and other exercise classes weren't for you. try this one' 24 Thurs. August 8 9:00 a.m. CC
Together exercise. talk. exercise. work. laugh and support each other
while trying to lose extra pounds. All you need is extra pounds. a sense of
humor, loose clothes and a need toTRYAGAIN! Weigh -in will be optional.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat. Class #4 is for participants WOMEN'S AEROBIC WORKOUT
from spring session and for anyone else currently exercising. Registra-
tion Fee $10.00/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor JoAnne Lenzen. For individuals who have participated in aerobic classes and are ready
# Day Begins Time Location for a more invigorating workout. Includes warm -up, aerobic dances, cool
4 Mon. June 10 6:20 p.m. CC down and spot exercises for problem areas to music. Wear jogging
5 Mon. June 10 7:20 p.m. CC shoes and exercise clothes. Registration Fee $8.75 /7 Sessions. Classes
1 hr. Instructor Cindy Lindgren.
TRIMNASTICS # Day Date Time Location
25 M & W June 10 6:00 p.m. NVJH
Exercises to strengthen. improve muscle tone and flexibility for all parts 26 M & W July 8 6:00 p.m. NVJH
of the body will be taught. Stomach. hips and thigh exercises are all part 27 M & W August 5 6.00 p.m. CC
of the fun! No dancing will be done. exercises choreographed to music.
Dress comfortably and bring a mat to evening class. Registration Fee
$8.75/7 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Bev Wilson #7, Nancy SOCCER CLUB
Candea #6.
# Day Begins Time Location This club will be for adults who want to enjoy playing a game of soccer.
6 Tues. June 11 6:00 p.m. NVJH Therewill be intraclubgames plus games with other communities. Men's
7 Thurs. June 13 10:00 a.m. CC women's and mixed games will be played. Cost of $15.00 will include a
shirt. For more details call Dave Adney 425 -8761 or the Brooklyn Center
DANCING FIT Parks & Recreation Department 561 -5448.
Fit your exercise to music. for a fun way to shape up and relieve the stress
and strain of everday living. No dance background necessary. A great ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
class for people who have never exercised before or for anyone who has
tried aerobics and because of age. weight or medical reasons would like Beginning and Intermediate Lessons for adults. Intermediate students
a modified class. Improve your figure and fitness! Registration Fee must have had previous lessons and be familiar with basic swings.
$8.75/7 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev Wilson. serves and etiquette. Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks and are 1
# Day Begins Time Location hour. Bring your own racquet, balls are furnished. Begistration Fee
8 Tues. June 11 10:00 a.m. CC $14.50/8 Lessons. Instructor Pete Martin.
BEGINNING INSTRUCTION
COED AEROBICS & EXERCISE # Day Date Time Location
28 M & W June 10 6:10 p.m. BCHS
Here is a class for both men and women! A well balanced combination of 29 T & Th June 11 6:15 p.m. Central Park
stretching, strengthening and cardio vascular exercise. Wear workout 30 M & W July 8 7:15 p.m. BCHS
clothes and running shoes. Registration Fee $10.00/7 Sessions. Classes INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTION
1 hour. Instructor Cindy Lindgren. 31 M & W June 1 1 7:15 p.m. BCHS
# Day Date Time Location 32 M & W July 8 8:15 p.m. BCHS
9 Wed.;. June 12 7:00 p.m. CC
ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
LAB & FIRING PRIVILEGES WEDNESDAY NIGHT FEVER
Open to persons who have completed a Pottery Class at the Community For EMIR young adults and adults ages 16 +. A program providing
Center or have previous experience and arefamiliarwith equipment. Lab social recreation and education.
may be used on an unlimited basis other than class times and students DATE: Wednesdays June 12- August 14. (no meeting July 3)
may have pieces fired in the 7 week period. The lab program is designed TIME: 7:00 -9:00 p.m.
for individuals who want to work independently. Clay may be purchased LOCATION: Robbinsdale Community Center - 42nd Regent Ave. N.
at the Community Center. Arrangeyour own time toworkin the lab during COST: $15.00 (nine week session)
the 7 weeks, no instruction. Starting week corresponds with pottery
class schedule at Community Center. Registration Fee $18.75/7 Weeks * BOWLING
for new lab students. For returning participants, check with instructor.
# Day Date Time Location For EM young adults and adults ages 16 +.
33 TO BE ARRANGED DATE: Thursdays June 20 - August 15 (no meeting July 4)
TIME: 7:00 -9:00 p.m.
34 TO BE ARRANGED LOCATION: Carriage House Lanes, Golden Valley
COST: Approximately $3.00 each night.
POTTERY These programs are offered cooperatively through the Park and
The class is designed to teach the basic skills of wheel throwing and Recreation Departments of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal,
hand building. The Community Center offers a unique opportunity to Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and
practice your new skills by including in the registration fee clay for Suburban Community Services.
projects. unlimited studio practicetime and firing fees. Bring awork shirt For more information and to register contact Karen Lee at Suburban
to the 1st class. Please allow about $6.00 for purchasing of tools. Community Services, 933-9311.
Registration Fee $29.50/7 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Karen
Haberle.
# Day Date Time Location
35 Tues. June 4 6:30 p.m. CC
36 Tues. July 23 6:30 p.m. CC
Senior Adult Activities
SENIOR HAPPENINGS COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS
Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn center Parks and Community Tripsters isaprogram forpeople age 55 years and older who
Recreation Department. The "Senior Happenings" tells activities going enjoy getting away once a month on day or overnight trips. Activities will
on at the clubs, in the community and outings offered. If you don't receive include tours, fishing trips, attending stage productions, ball games and
one now give Kathy a call at 561 -5448. the like. If you are interested in such activities and meeting new friends
from the surrounding area, please call and askto receive the information.
SOCIAL CLUBS Deadline dates listed are on space permitting only basis. Refunds are
given only if the trip is cancelled or a substitute can be found to take your
Leisure Time meets Wednesdays throughout the year from Noon -3:00 place.
p.m. at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. There are no dues.
participants make weekly kitty contributions. Wednesday activities are June 12 St. Paul Trip. Tour the James J. Hill and Ramsey Houses.
noted in the Senior Happenings. The North Area Senior Card Club will Lunch at the Chocolate Mousse. Call for details.
begin meeting at the Brooklyn Center Community Center for the
summer months on Wednesdays beginning June 5, 9:00-11:00 a.m. For July Japanese Garden - Normandale Community College, Lake
details, call Howard at 561 -5817. Harriet Rose Garden and lunch. Call for details.
Oct. 10 -13 Mississippi Bell River Cruise- Quad City Tour.Cost$299.00
G I FT TRUN K single, $269.00 double and $249.00 triple. Deposit $50.00
per person due by July 10. Call for itinerary to be sent to
A craft club run by Seniors who sell their handcrafted items. Membership you.
is limited to Brooklyn Center Seniors or members of either Leisure Time
or Brooklyn Twins. For information call 561 -9278 or 561 -4805. Shoppers, Additional outings will be planned during the summer months, watch the
visit the Gift Trunk on the 1 st Wednesday of the month f rom 10:00 a.m. to "Over 60" Column - Post Newspaper or Senior Happenings or call
1:30 p.m. Additional hours will be Saturday May 11, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 561 -5448, ext. 170.
at the Community Center.
SWIMMING POOL BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
Senior Adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center residents Free screening is done at the following areas:
62 years old and over, at a special rate of $6.00 for 3 months.
Application may be made at the Community Center desk. Non - resident Community Center -Last Wednesday of each month, 1 1:30 a.m. 1:30
and resident seniors not interested in membership may swim for $1.25 p M.
per time - single admission. CEAP - Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - Noon
West Fire Station - Monday- Friday 8:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. & Saturday &
SENIOR EXERCISE Sunday, 8:00 a.m. -8:00 p.m.
A program of non - rigorous exercises: to music for men ana women, T.A.P.
60+ years. The class will be designed according to the physical abilities
of each participant. Try It, you'll like it! Reg lstration Pee $7.50 /6 Sessions. Telephone Assistance Program for elderly and handicapped who live
Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev Wilson. alone. The program has helped several persons with immediate needs,
in somecases Emergency situations. If you are interested in the program
Day Beginains , .' L�stlon for yourself or a friend, contact a TAP clerk at 535 2225. We really care
37 Tours. June 13 ic>of1" BW. MANOR about our participants! Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Police Department.
TEEN SUMMER FUN!
School's Out! But there's nothing to do! The Brooklyn Center Parks and SUMMER PHYSICAL FITNESS CLASS
Recreation Department has the cure! This summerwe are offering some 9th -12th GRADES (as of fall 1985.) ALL COMMUNITIES WELCOME.
exciting trips and classes just for teens. Some classes and trips are This Physical Fitness Class, intended for both males and females will
offered in cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Departments of include flexibility and agility work, conditioning sessions, weight training,
Brooklyn Park and Maple Grove. Any 6th graderentering 7th grade inthe and competitive team games. The use of open weights and machineswill
Fall is eligible to register for any of these teen activities, except where be stressed, with programs constructed foreach participant. Classeswill
otherwise noted. Registration for all trips is limited and on a first -come, meet Mon. through Fri. for 8 weeks at Park Center High School, which
first -serve basis. NO refundswill be issued unlesstrip iscancelled bythe houses one of the state's finest weight training facilities. Instructors;
Parks and Recreation Department. Conn McCartan and members of the Park Center coaching staff.
Registration Fee $50.00/8 weeks. ($40.0 for 4 week option - sessions w,
TEEN TENNIS LESSONS x, y or z.) - Class 2 hours.
# Day Begins Time
Instruction for students in 7th grade and up (grade entering in fall). U M - F June 10 8:00 a.m.
Intermediate students must have had previous lessons and be familiar V M - F June 10 10:30 a.m.
with basic swings, serves and etiquette. Classes meet twice a week for 4 W M - F June 10 8:00 a.m.
weeks. Bring your own racquet, balls are furnished. Registration Fee X M - F June 10 10:30 a.m.
$14.50/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Pete Martin. Y M - F July 8 8:00 a.m.
BEGINNING INSTRUCTION z M - F July 8 10:30 a.m.
# Day Begins Time Location
38 M & W June 10 5:00 p.m. BCHS
39 T & Th June 11 5:15 p.m. Central Park GOLF LESSONS
40 M & W July 8 9:30 a.m. Evergreen — P
INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTION Golf instruction for junior high students. Lessons include golf rules,
41 M & W July 8 6:05 p.m. BCHS etiquette and physical skills. Meet at Brookland Par -3 Municipal Golf
course. Registration Fee $20.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 1 /2 hours.
BEGINNING MODELING # Day Begins Time Location
48 M & W June 10 2:30 p.m. Brookland Par -3
For girls 11 years of age and older who are interested in learning about 49 T & Th June 11 1:00 p.m. Brookland Par -3
modeling, hair care and styling, skin care, colors for self improvement 50 M & W July 15 2:30 p.m. Brookland Par -3
and self- esteem. Classes will be highlighted with a fashion show by the 51 T & Th July 16 1:00 p.m. Brookland Par -3
girls for their friends and family. Registration Fee $8.50/6 Sessions.
Classes 1 hour. Instructor Ann Schneider.
# Day Begins Time Location VALLEYFAIR
42 Mon. June 10 6:30 p.m. NVJH
43 Mon. June 10 7:30 p.m. NVJH Join usatValleyfairforan exciting eveningof fun!Attractions includethe
"Log Flume ", Enterprise" and the popular "Roller Coaster." Bus leaves
GYMNASTIC CAMP FOR GIRLS the Community Center at 3:45 p.m. and North View at 3:15 p.m. Returns
approximately 11:00 p.m. Registration Fee of $11.25 includes ticket,
For girls in grades 7 and up of any skill level who have an interest in transportation andsupervision. Deadline to register is June 10, space
developing their gymnastic skills. Emphasis will be placed on develop- permitting.
ing student's strength, flexibility and coordination. Tumbling and # Day Trip Date Location
apparatus fundamentals on all gymnastic equipment will be introduced 52 Wed. June 26 Valleyfair
according to participant's ability. Ballet will be included. Classes meet
twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $14.00/6 Sessions. Classes
2 hours. Instructor Denise Schleusner.
# Day Begins Time Location APPLE RIVER FLOAT /WATERSLIDE
44 T & Th June 11 11:00 a.m. NVJH Have a great time cruising down the Apple river located in Somerset.
45 T & Th July 9 1:30 p.m. NVJH Wisconsin. Then experience the newest water thrill around, a multi -
flume waterslide. It's wet, slick, fast and fun! Students should bring a bag
GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTOR AIDE. COURSE - NEW lunch. Tennis shoes are recommended. Bus leaves North View at 9:30
For girls ages 14 and up who have an interest in teaching gymn a.m. and the Community Center at 9:45 a.m. Returns approximately 4:30
F gymnastics. p.m. Registration fee of $9.50 includes tube rental,1 ride down waterslide,
Students will learn howtow spot have i write lesson plans and n alwith
d transportation and supervision. Deadline to register is 5 days before
discipline problems. Everyone will receive a packet of instructional
trip, space permitting.
materials and will student teach. Students must have taken gymnastics # Day Trip Date Location
from the Park & Recreation Department or equivalent, be at least an 53 Wed. July 10 Apple River
intermediate level gymnast, and had gymnastic team experience in 54 Wed. July 31 Apple River
order to register for this class. Registration Fee $12.00/6 Sessions.
Classes 1' /2 hours. Instructor Denise Schleusner.
# Day Begins Time Location
46 Wed. June 12 Noon NVJH VIKING FOOTBALL TRAINING CAMP
Come one, come all to the Minnesota Viking Training Camp on Wednesday,
A CHORUS LINE - NEW August 7. Bud Grant is back and the season may prove to be their very
Learn the basic danceline skills and a variety of kicks and dance steps. best yet! And of course, all of the rest of your Viking favorites will be there -
Simple routines to popular music will be taught. Students will have an Tommy Kramer, Matt Blair and more. Bring a lunch. Bring your own
opportunity to perform at a special demonstration for family and friends beverage or buy r the snack bar. Fo Registration fee of
the last day. For girls in 7 -10th grade. Wear comfortable clothes and includes transportation and supervision. s supervision. e way home, we willl l stop
to
tennis shoes or ballet slippers. Registration Fee $7.50/7 Sessions. at the Dairy Queen in Belle Plain. You musst t the bring your own money. Bus
Classes 1 hour. Instructor Pamela Hewitt. leaves Osseo Jr. at 12:15 p.m., North View at 12:30 p.m., Brooklyn Jr. at
# Day Begins Time Location 12:45 p.m. and the Community Center at 1:00 p.m. Bus returns to the
47 Wed. June s Time p.m. NVJH Community Center at 7:45 p.m., Brooklyn Jr. at 8:00 p.m., North View at
8:15 p.m. and Osseo Jr. at 8:30 p.m. Deadline to register is Friday,
August 4, space permitting.
DANCE, POTTERY, EXERCISE # Day Trip Date Time Location
55 Wed. Aug. 7 12:15 p.m. Viking Training
See Adult Activities for description. Open to Senior High Teens. Camp
Children's Activities
When registering, use the child's grade as of Fall 1985.
SUPER SUMMER KICK -OFF' SUPER FRIDAY FROLICS
A special day for anyone who is thinking about registering or who has Various special events and trips provide elementary children (age varies
registered for the Playcenters, Super Friday events or any other fun with activity) the opportunity to broaden their interest, learn new skills,
Summer activities. There will be skits, special games, free refreshments. and most importantly, have a good time. Registration for trip is limited; so
swimming and the movie STAR WARS will be shown. We'll even try to sign up early. Children are supervised by the 1985 summer recreation
track down Brooklyn Center's own E.T. in Central Park. Bring an "Out of staff. No refunds will be issued unless activity or trip is cancelled by the
this world" lunch- beverage will be provided. Come at 11:00 a.m.-no bus Parks and Recreation Department. The trip bus will pick up at Bellvue,
transportation, Movie is over at 2:30 p.m. followed by swimming. Parents Evergreen. Kylawn, Freeway, Orchard Lane and Willow Lane Parks
should make arrangernentsforpick -up time before dropping children off, providing there is a minimum of 6 children.
Pre - registration is necessary. Registration Fee $2.00/1 session.
# Day Date Time Location POOL PARTY
56 Thurs, June 13 11:00 a.m. CC
Splish, Splash! It's afish — it's a seal — no, it's a pool party at the
Community Center for kids in grades 1 -6! Join us for an afternoon of fun,
including swimming, pool games, patio games, special contests and a
SUPER SUMMER MOVIE & SWIM cookout on the patio of hotdogs, chips and beverage. Activity will be
If you can't join us at the Super Summe, Kick -Off come to the movie supervised by pool lifeguards and the 1985 summer recreation staff.
STAR WARS, and stay for a swim. Show times are 12:30 and 3:00 p.m. Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 26. Advanced registration
The cost is $1.00 wich includes the movie and swim. Pay at the door. is necessary. Pool Party runs from 1 -3:30 p.m. (note: bus service will not
Refreshments will be sold. be provided.) Students may stay after pool party for open swim. Parents
should arrange in advance with children the time they will pick them up.
Registration Fee:$2.50 /1 Session.
# Day Date Time Location
SUMMER PLAYCENTERS 62 Fri. June 28 1:00 P.M. CC
The Summer Playcenters will run two days a week from 1 -3 p.m. Join us
for a summer extravaganza and experience activities in crafts, games. CABBAGE PATCH KIDS BIRTHDAY PARTY - NEW
sports, special events, nature and more. Come one. Come all to the first "Everybody's Birthday Party" for dolls.
We'll play all your favorite party games - like pin the tail on the donkey.
Each two week session is designed to offer school age children musical chairs and more. And of course, what's a birthday party without
(minimum age, kindergarten Fall 1985) an enjoyable program under the cake, ice -cream and party hats. Bring your favorite doll, barbie, cabbage
Supervision of trained leaders. The Playcenter activities are different patch, rag, etc. Each child will also have the opportunity to bring a low
each session, so a child can participate in one or more sessions cost gift (approx $1 -2.00) for a nursing home resident. Gifts will be
throughout the Summer. Registration fee for two weeks. per child is wrapped at the party, paperand ribbon will be furnished. Giftsuggestions
$5.00. If you register for all three sessions, the fee is $12.00. available upon request at registration. Deadline to register is July 10,
THE PLAYCENTERS WILL BE OFFERED ATTHE FOLLOWING PARKS: space permitting. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $2.75/1 Session.
#57 Orchard Lane - 65th &Orchard- Mon. & Wed. # Day Date Time Location
#58 Kylawn 61 st & Kyle - Mon. & Wed. 63 Fri. July 12 10:00 a.m. BCCC
#59 Freeway 67th & Beard - Mon. & Wed.
#60 Evergreen 72nd & Bryant- Tues. & Thurs. PENNY CARNIVAL
#61 Belivue 55th & Aldrich - Tues. & Thurs.
An all new Penny Carnival is here and fun forall ages. Children registered
SESSION A - THE OUTER LIMITS in the Playcenter program will have a chance to put their thinking caps
Weeks of June 17 and 24 - It's only 15 years to 2000 A.D.! What will it on to help us create acarnival scene. Therewill be thefish pond, cupcake
really be like? Participants can use their imagination. make-up and `Valk. refreshments and much more. Parents. kids. everyone is invited to
costumes on Be An Extraterrestrial Day. Children will also have the have fun as they spend some pennies. Penny Carnival runs from 1:00 -
opportunity to create their own tomorrow by building spacecrafts andclay 3:00 p.m. at Central Park located behind the Community Center. Don't
creatures from the beyond. This is a Close Encounters of the Summer miss this popular event. Adult volunteers are needed to help run some of
Kind! the booths. Please call Sue or Pam at 561 -5448 if you can help.
# Day Date Time Location
SESSION B - CARNIVAL DAYS 64 Fri. July 19 1:00 P.M. Central Park
Weeks of July 8 and 15 - Have you ever wanted to be a clown, an
acrobat, an animal trainer? We'll play such games as Animal Antics, ELM CREEK PARK COOKOUT AND SWIM
Elephant Tag and Lions and Tigers. Each Playcenter will conduct their For an exciting day of sun and fun, join us at Elm Creek Park Reserve in
own Stuffed Pet Show and awards will be given for the cutest, biggest, Maple Grove! Activities include picnic games, swimming, and cookout
smallest and most unique, etc. We'll even have our own Kazoo Band. Help with hot dogs, chips and beverage. Bus pick ups at parks begin at 9:30
plan for Penny Carnival Day and maybe you would even like to work a a.m. and return approximately 3:45 p.m. Registration fee of $5.25
booth. Lots of other fun activities are planned too. includes cookout, swim, transportation and supervision. Deadline to
register is July 24, space permitting. In case of rain, children will be
SESSION C - OLD FASHIONED DAYS bused to Community Center for lunch and swim.
Weeksof July22 and 29- Help us celebrate Old Fashioned Daysaswe # Day Date Time Location
go "Back in Time" to look at what it was like for Huckleberry Finn or 65 Fri. July 26 9:30 a.m. Elm Creek
maybe even your own great grandparents. We'll learn to make a pioneer
toy and some of Brooklyn Center's favorite grandparents will visit the
Playcenter to share some of their skills and hobbies. An old fashioned
ice -cream social and field day highlight the Summer's activities. Two
weeks of fun you won't want to miss.
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
When registering, use the child's grade as of Fall 1985.
"KIDS" - INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL NATURE ADVENTURE SERIES - NEW
For boys and girls going into kindergarten through third grade. This A unique nature experience for children in grades 1 -6. Students may
instructional program is designed for children to have FUN while register for one or all of the workshops. Registration Fee 52.00 each
LEARNING good sportsmanship, team work, and the fundamentals of sessions or $4.00 for all 3 sessions.
Softball. Each "Kid" will receive their very own Softball T- Shirt! During ANTS AND AUNTS OF ANTS - NEW
the season, some interpark games will be played. The program will be
highlighted by a parent softball night. Register for the park location Come check out the little buggers with us. Do they work? Do they play?
nearest your home. Registration Fee $12.00/7 weeks. Classes 1 hour How do they respond to rain? Wind? Sun? We'll study their behavior
(No program July 1 -4) using magnifying glasses and "and bait." We'll even have ant races - See
K -3rd GRADE if you can find the fastest ant in Brooklyn Center. Registration Fee
# Day Begins Time Location $20011 Session Class 1 1 .12 hours. Instructor Nancy Candea.
66 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Northport — P # Day Date Time Location
gg Thurs, July 11 10:30 a.m. W. Palmer — P
67 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Kylawn — P
68 T & Th June 18 9:30 a.m. Evergreen — P CATTAIL CREATIONS - NEW
69 T & Th June 18 6:25 p.m. Brooklane — P
K - 1st GRADE You could call the Cattail the "supermarket of the marsh." Students will
70 M & W June 10:50 a.m. Evergreen — P hike to the Palmer Lake Nature Area to find Cattails. After the hike.
GRADE students will make a Cattail stuffed toy to take home and Cattail pollen
2nd - 3rd
71 T & Th June 18 AD a.m. Evergreen — p pancakes' Registration Fee $2.00/1 Session. Class 1 1/ 2 hours.
g Instructor Nancy Candea.
# Day Date Time Location
"KIDS" - INTRODUCTION TO SOCCER 90 Thurs. July 18 10:30 a.m. W. Palmer— P
For boys and girls going into kindergarten through third grade. This THE GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE - NEW
instructional program is designed for children to have FUN while learning
the fundamentals of soccer. Some interpark scrimmages will be played. Enter the great Brooklyn Center Steamboat Race. Students will first
A special parent night demonstration will be held during the program. design and build their own boat. Then we'll hike to the Palmer Lake
Nature Area stream ... and then they're off. We'll discover the rate and
Each "Kid" will receive a T Shirt! Register for the park location nearest
direction of the stream current. Wear old shoes. Registration Fee
your home. Registration Fee $12.00/7 weeks. Classes 1 hour. $2.0011 Session. Class 1 11 2. hours. Instructor Nancy Candea.
(No program July 1 -4) # Day Date Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 91 Thurs. July 25 10:30 a.m. W. Palmer — P
72 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Evergreen — P
73 M & W June 17 1:00 P.M. Grandview — P MODEL ROCKET CLUB
74 T & Th June 18 9:30 a.m. Brooklane — P Future Astronauts! Students in grades 3 -6 will learn the art of building
75 T & Th June 18 10:50 a.m. E. Palmer— P model rockets including pre - flight ground school, design, test flights and
76 T & Th June 18 6:25 p.m. Firehouse — P altitude contest. Fee includes supplies. instruction and model rocket. A
rocket launching demonstration will be scheduled for family& friends.
Registration Fee $10.00/4 Sessions. Class 1 1 /2 hours. Instructor Tom
KID'S TENNIS LESSONS Petroski.
# Day Begins Time Location
Beginning and Intermediate Tennis lessons for children in grade 3 and 92 Tues. June 18 7:30 p.m. Brooklane — P
up. Students will be divided and matched with others of same ability.
Classes meet twice aweekfor4 weeks. Bring yourown racquet, ballsare MOVING CREATIONS - NEW
furnished. Registration Fee $14.50/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor
Pete Martin. They Spin! They Fly! They Rock! (They all but hop - well maybe.) In this
# Day Begins Time Location class we will take off with mobiles and wind chimes and before we land,
we will have created many other things that move. For grades 1 -6.
77 M & W June 10 9:30 a.m. Willow Lane — P Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Fee includes materials.
78 M & W June 10 10:45 a.m. W. Palmer — P Registration Fee $7.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Nancy
79 M & W June 10 Noon Evergreen — P Candea.
80 M & W June 10 4:00 p.m. BCHS # Day Begins Time Location
81 T & Th June 11 4:00 p.m. Lions — P 93 T & Th July 9 12:45 p.m. E. Palmer — P
82 M & W July 8 10:45 a.m. Grandview — P
83 M & W July 8 Noon Northport — P MUPPETS TO PUPPETS - NEW
84 M & W July 8 5:00 P.M. BCHS
Use your imagination! Participants will create their own muppets and
GYMNASTIC CAMP puppets out of socks, sticks, felt and much more. Watch your characters
come to life. Students will have a small show the last day for family and
For both boys and girls in grades 1 -6 of any skill level who have an friends. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee
interest in developing basic and advanced gymnastic skills. Emphasis $7,50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Nancy Candea.
will be placed on developing student's strengths, flexibility and co- # Day Begins Time Location
ordination through various exercises and selected activities. Tumbling 94 T & Th July 9 3:15 p.m. Evergreen — P
and apparatus fundamentals on all gymnastic equipment will be
introduced according to participant's ability. Ballet for the girl gymnast
will be included. Students may register for more than one session. TMR /EMR CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $14.00/6
Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Bryon Hough, and Denise Schleusner Programs for children trainable and educatable mentally retarded - 6
& Tracey Gustafson. 15 years old are offered in the Northwest area as a cooperative effort of
# Day Begins Time Location the cities of Brooklyn Center. Brooklyn Park. Crystal. Golden Valley.
85 M & W June 10 9:30 a.m. NVJH Maple Grove . New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and Suburban Community
Services. At the time of printing. the summer schedule was not available.
86 T Th June 11 1:30 p.m. NVJH Contact Karen Lee at 933-931 1 for more information.
87 M & W July 8 1:30 p.m. NVJH
88 T & Th July 9 3:30 p.m. NVJH
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
ZOOKEEPERS - NEW ART IN THE PARK
Lions and Tigers and Bears, "Oh My!" Kids recreate creatures of the wild Have you ever wished you could do something unique that doesn't look
with clay, construction paper, pom poms and more. Animal fun for like what everyone else does. Here's a chance to use your creative
everyone. For grades 1 -3. Registration Fee $7.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 abilities in a relaxed informal environment to experiment in the areas of
hour. Instructor Nancy Candea. arts and crafts. You will have the opportunity to work with pottery, clay,
CLASSES MEET ONCE A WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS paint, coppertooling, burlap, and more. No matterwhat your talents are,
# Day Begins Time Location this class will provide you with an enjoyable art experience. For 1 st -6th
95 Tues. June 11 9:45 a.m. Northport — P grade. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks. Registration Fee
CLASSES MEET TWICE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS $11.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 1/2 hours. Instructor Nancy Candea.
96 T& Th June 11 3:15 p.m. Willow Lane —P # Day Begins Time Location
104 Tues. June 11 11:00 a.m. Orchard Lane —P
MAD SCIENTIST
Children will gain a "hands -on" experience in this exciting class doing ART TO WEAR - NEW
simple and fun experiments using everyday items. The fun is guaranteed
to bring out the Jeckle and Hyde in you. Forgrades 1 -6. Registration Fee Art for fashion, fun or fad. Students will make a different project each
$6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Nancy Candea. session. Jewelry, belts, headbands, hats, one -of -a -kind T -shirts and hair
CLASSES MEET ONCE A WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS barrettes are some of the projects you may choose to make in this class.
# Day Begins Time Location Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks.. For boys and girls in grades 1 -6.
97 Tues. June 11 4:45 p.m. NVJH Fee includes all materials except T -shirt. Registration Fee $7.50/6
CLASSES MEET TWICE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Nancy Candea.
98 T & Th June 11 12:45 p.m. Brooklane — P # Day Begins Time Location
105 T & Th June 11 2:00 p.m. W. Palmer — P
CROCHETING FOR KIDS 106 T& Th July 9 2:00 p.m. Firehouse— P
Beginning crochet instruction for 4 -6 graders. Third graders accepted
with consent of instructor. Bring a G or H metal crochet hock and POM POM GIRLS
practice yarn to first class. Registration Fee $7.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 A fun cheerleading class designed just for girls in grades 1-6. Girls will
hour. Instructor Esther Hyland.
# Day Begins Time Location learn some of the basic cheers, warm -up exercises and the do's and
99 Tues. June 11 1:00 P.M. Willow Lane —P don'ts of being a good cheerleader. Girls will also learn a specially
100 Tues. June 11 2:30 p.m. Kylawn — P designed routine, just like the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. The
session will end with a performance forfamily and friends. Fee includes a
ART, ADVENTURE SERIES -NEW pair of pom poms. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration
Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Tracey Gustafson.
A unique art experience for children In gravies 1 -6. Each class is # Day Begins Time Location
designed to introduce participants to a different artistic medium. 107 M & W June 10 1:15 p.m. Firehouse — P
Registration Fee $4.00 for each session or $8.00 for all 3 sessions. Fees 108 M & W June 10 4:00 p.m. W. Palmer — P
include all materials. No previous art experience needed. 109 M & W July 8 12:15 p.m. Evergreen — P
DIFFERENT STROKES - NEW When registering, use the child's grade as of Fall 1985.
Learn the techniques of using acrylic paints. In the workshop, students
will complete their very own canvas painting.Noexperiencenecessary - CHEERLEADING CAMP
just lots of enthusiam and a smile, Registration Fee $4.00/1 Session. Students in grades 2 -6 will learn many new skills including jumps, splits,
Classes 2 hours. Instructor Nancy Candea. and exercises, good showmanship and cheers such as yells. songs, and
# Day Date Time Location chants. The concepts of co- ordination, balance, rhythm, dedication and
101 Thurs. June 13 10:30 a.m. Willow Lane— P spirit will be introduced. Cheerleaders will host a special Pep Fest. Fee
includes a pair of plastic streamer pom poms and cheerleading handbook.
CLAY CREATIONS - NEW Registration Fee $8.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Tracey
Push, smoosh and squeeze, add a dab here, add a dab there! Be creative Gustafson.
given a slab of clay and can make one big 1 Day Begins Time Location
Each student will be
g Y g project or 1 10 M & W June 10 2:45 p.m. East Palmer— P
several little ones. Registration Fee $4.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. 1 1 1 T & Th June 11 3:45 p.m. NVJH
Instructor Nancy Candea.
# Day Date Time Location 112 T & Th July 9 2:00 p.m. Brooklane — P
102 Thurs. June 20 10:30 a.m. Willow Lane —P FLASH DANCING - NEW
CANDLEMAKERS - NEW An energizing class geared for fun! Class includes warm -up, toning
Make beautiful rolled, molded, sand or sculptured candles in great exercises and simple dance routines such as those featured in the
colors and scents. Students will have the opportunity to choose the type popular movie Flashdance and latest music videos. No previous dance
experience necessary, for grades 1-6. Classes meet twice a week for 3
of candles they want to make. Registration Fee $4.00/1 Session. Class 2
hours. Instructor Nancy Candea. weeks. Registration Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor
# Day Date Time Location Tracey Gustafson.
103 Thurs. June 27 10:30 a.m. Willow Lane— P # Day Begins Time Location
113 M & W June 10 11:30 a.m. Evergreen — S
HERSHEY'S TRACK & FIELD 114 T & Th June 11 11:45 a.m. Willow Lane —S
The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association has teamed up with 115 T & Th July 9 1:00 P.M. Garden City— S
Hershey's National Track and Field Program to provide Minnesota Youth
with an outstanding track program. The purpose of the program is to SHOW BIZ KIDS - NEW
create a form of recreation and participation for the youth of America. There's no business like show business! The class will ge geared toward
Events include standing long jump, softball throw. 50,100.200.400, and learning basic dance movements used in musical shows. No special
800 meter run and 4 x 100 meter relay, shoes or equipment needed. For grades 1 -6. Classes meet twice a week
A district meet will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 at Brooklyn for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min.
Center High School, 6500 Humboldt N. Check -in begins at 9:00 a.m. Instructor Tracey Gustafson.
Winners from this district meet will go on to the State meet on July 13 at # Day Begins Time Location
St. Cloud State University, 116 M & W June 10 12:15 p.m. Evergreen — S
Participants (aged 9 -15) must be at least 9 years old on the date of the 117 M & W July 8 3:45 p.m. NVJH
state meet to participate, any child who will turn 16 during 1986 is not
eligible.
Registration fee is $1.00 per child payable at the district and state meet MODELING
site. Participants must turn in a registration form to Brooklyn Center For girls 11 years of age and older. See Teen activities for description.
Parks and Recreation Department no later than Sunday, June 16.
Call 561 -5448 for information.
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED KID'S KAPERS
Kid's Kapers is back for its 4th Summer of fun! Join Julie as scheduled on
SUMMER DAY CAMP Thursdays for a fun program brought to the parks from the I ibrary. There
Day Camp is designed to offer campers (grades 1 -6) a structured is no charge, but please note days where materials are to be brought
program with a group their own age. Campers will participate in camp from home. Each visit is approximately 45 minutes. lncaseofquestionable
cooking, crafts, nature, trailblazing, rock projects, games and songs. weather, call 566 -1261 to see if Kid's Kapers will meet. Activities are
Children will be under the supervision of the 1985 Summer recreation suited for children age 6 years and older.
staff. A Naturalist and an Arts & Crafts Instructor will condu - -t special Flying, Gliding and Whirling - Thursday, June 20 & August 8
programs. Bus pick ups at Bellvue, Kylawn, Evergreen. We-f Palmer, Make things that fly! Bring crayons or markers, 6 paper plates and 6
Willow Lane and Freeway Parks. (Pick up must have minimum of 6). Pick straws.
ups begin at 8:30 a.m. and return approximately 3:15 p.m. each day.
Children should pack a bag lunch an August 12 & 13. (A cookout is Float the Boat - Thursday, June 27
planned for August 14). Deadline to register is August 5, space permitting. Make things that float, could be a boat ...... use your imagination. Bring
Registration Fee $14.00/3 Days. crayons or markers and a plastic food tray.
# Day Date Time Location
118 Mon. Tues. August 12 8:30 a.m. Palmer Lake My Puppet - Thursday, July 18
& Wed. Nature Area Make your own puppets. Bring crayons or markers and any other things
you might want to use.
Stickers - Thursday, July 25 and August 1
FOOD, FITNESS, FUN AND FAME Stickers are such fun to have ... now learn to make your own! Bring little
Summer is a perfect time for kids to explore food, fitness, fun and fame. pictures to use in making stickers.
You'll discover that keeping fit can be fun. The program will focus on
gardening, fitness, food, creative arts and drama. Sponsored by the June 20, 27 at the following locations:
Willow Lane - 9:30 a.m. East Palmer - 12:30 p.m.
Hennepin County 4 -H program in cooperation with Brooklyn Center
Parks and Recreation Department. The program will meet Monday West Palmer - 11:00 a.m.
through Thursday with different activities each day. Registration Fee
$1.00/4 Sessions. Classes 114 hours. Instructor Hennepin 4 -H Staff. July 18, 25 at the following locations:
# Day Date Time Location O r chard L - 9:30 a.m. Northport - 12:30 p.m.
119 Mon. August 19 10:00 a.m. BCCC Orchard Lane - 11:00 a.m.
August 1 and 8 at the following locations:
Firehouse - 9:30 a.m.
Grandview - 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Activities
PRESCHOOL SUMMER
PUPPET PLAYHOUSE 85 The program is geared for pre- kindergarten children 3 -5 years old.
The Traveling Puppet Playhouse returns for another entertaining season (Children must be 3 1 /2 years by June 1985). Music, creative play, stories,
at each PARK listed, except where noted below. The season begins the art projects, large and small motor skill activities will be taught by a
certified teacher. Weather permitting, many activities will be taught
week of June 17 and runsthrough August 8. No puppetshowsJuly 1 -4.
outside. (Not in session July 1 to Choose one of the $23. 0l locations
Small children must be accompanied by an adult or older responsible
listed below. Classes are limited. Registration Fee $23:00/5 weeks.
child. Classes 2 hours.
MONDAY TUESDAY # Day Begins Time Location
Willow Lane 10:00 a.m. Garden City -S 9:30 a.m. 131 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Garden City
West Palmer 11:00 a.m. Brookdale Library 10:30 p.m. 132 M & W June 17 1:00 P.M. Orchard Lane
Freeway Noon Lions 11:30 a.m. 133 T & Th June 18 9:30 a.m. Palmer Lake
East Palmer 1:00 P.M. Bellvue 12:30 p.m. 134 T & Th June 18 1:00 P.M. Earle Brown
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY WIGGLES AND GIGGLES
Grandview 9:30 a.m. Orchard Lane 9:30 a.m. A class for parent and child ages 2 -5 years. Some exercises, a little
Firehouse 10:30 a.m. Kylawn 10:30 a.m. dancing, stunts, tricks, and most of all wiggling and giggling and lots of
Riverdale 11:30 a.m. Northport 11:30 a.m. FUN for everyone! Wear playclothes and a smile! Activities are done on a
Evergreen 12:30 p.m. Happy Hollow 12:30 p.m. one to one basis, it is necessary to register each child with a partner.
Registration fee of $7.00 includes both parent and child for 6 weeks. (No
TEENIROMPERS class July 3 & 6) Classes 45 min. Instructor Linda Schiesl.
A special program just for your little ones! Minimum age is 3 years by # Day Begins Time Location
June 1985. Preschoolers will have fun with crafts, games, finger plays 135 Wed. June 12 6:25 p.m. NVJH
and songs. Teenirompers meet twice a week at the PARK listed below. 136 Sat. June 22 10:00 a.m. NVJH
(No programs July 1 -4) Registration Fee $8.00/7 weeks. Classes 1 hour. GYMSTERS - NEW
# Day Begins Time Location
120 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Northport Basic gymnastics and exercises designed to improve child's motor skills
121 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Firehouse and coordination. Class activities include tumbling and and introduction
122 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Freeway tothe balance beam and bars. For boys and girls ages 3 by June
123 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Orchard Lane 1985). Registration Fee $7.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructors
124 T & Th June 18 9:30 a.m. Evergreen Linda Schiesl #137, Tracey Gustafson #'s 138 -139.
125 T & Th June 18 10:50 a.m. Evergreen MEETS ONCE A WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS
126 T & Th June 18 9:30 a.m. East Palmer # Day Begins Time Location
127 T & Th June 18 10:50 a.m. Bellvue 137 Sat. June 22 10:50 a.m. NVJH
MEETS TWICE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS
RHYTHMS AND TUMBLING 138 T& Th June 11 5:10 p.m. NVJH
Beginning tumbling stunts and patterns for coordination will be taught. 139 M & W July 8 4:30 p.m. NVJH
For preschool children who will be 3 years old by June, 1985. TINY TOT TAP & BALLET
Registration Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Nancy
Candea, #128, Tracey Gustafson #'s 129-130. Children will have an opportunity to participate in beginning ballet
CLASSES MEET ONCE A WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS movements and simple tap steps. For preschool children who will be 3
# Day Begins Time Location years old by June, 1985. Registration Fee $6.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45
128 Wed. June 12 5:00 p.m. NVJH min. Instructor Tracey Gustafson.
CLASSES MEET TWICE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS MEETS ONCE A WEEK FOR 6 WEEKS
129 T & Th June 11 12:30 p.m. Willow Lane —S # Day Begins Time Location
130 T & Th July 9 12:15 p.m. Garden City— S 140 Mon. June 10 5:30 p.m. NVJH
MEETS TWICE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS
141 M & W June 10 10:45 a.m. Evergreen - S
WEE WOODSMEN DAY CAMP PRESCHOOL FOR FALL
Wee Woodsmen is a one day session of day camp for preschool children For children 3 - 5 years of age. The program emphasizes group
ages 3' %2-6 and adult (parent, grandparent. etc.) This will be a unique socialization, music, art. creative dramatics. science and community
opportunity for you and your child to explore our environment together. awareness. Your child will learn numbers. colors. games stressing
Many fun nature - oriented activities are planned including a scavenger coordination, finger plays and stories will be read. Field trips and parent
hunt, songs, games, hiking, and cooking. Participants will receive a programs are also part of our program. Registration accepted for fall
snack and beverage, bring your own lunch. Registration Fee $4.00 for beginning the week of June 3, beginning at 9:30 a.m. All classes are at
adult and child. If for some reason an adult is unable to attend, leaders the Community Center beginning theweekof September9.The fee isfor
will be available to share the day with your child. Registration Fee $6.50 the 12 .veek session. Instructor. Mrs. Braun. certified teacher.
for child only. Class 3 hours. # Day Begins Time Fee
# Day Date Time Location 143 M n. Sept. 9 9:30 -11:30 a.m. 528.00
142 Thurs. Aug. 15 9:30 a.m. Palmer Lake Area 144 Fri. Sept. 13 9:30 -11:30 a.m. 28.00
145 Fri, Sept. 13 12:30 -2:30 p.m. 28.00
146 T& Th Sept. 10 9:00 -10:30 a. 42.00
147 T & Th Sept. 10 10:45 a.m.-1 2:15 p.m. 42.00
148 T& Th Sept. 10 1:00 -3:00 p.m. 56.00
Special Activities
TRIPS AND OUTINGS
CODE & LOCATION Special trips and events are offered at group discounts planned by the
Recreation Departments of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Brooklyn Park.
BCHS ......... ... .... ... .... . .... Brooklyn Center High School Golden Valley, New Hope. Plymouth, Maple Grove and Robbinsdale.
6500 Humboldt Ave. No. Registration taken on a first -come basis. Sorry. NO phone reservations. lap
NVJH .................... .... ..... North View Jr. High sitters or refunds. Send all money and registrations to New Hope
69th & Zane Recreation. 4401 Xylon Avenue North. New Hope. MN 55428. 533 -
CC .............................. ..... ........... Community Center 1521. See which trip program described below is best for you.
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
BPCAC ..................... Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center FAMILY FARE
5600-85th Ave. N. Brooklyn Park Families will want to take advantage of these special offerings. planned
Brooklyn Par- 3 ........... ... 82nd and Regent Ave. N.. Brooklyn Park with thefamily in mind. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you
Brookdale Library ....................... 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway do not have children in school and would Ike inform =ction please call
Palmer Lake Nature Area........... _ .... ........... .. 69th Ave. N. 561 -5448
P......................... ....... ........ ................ Park
Bellvue .................... 55th & Aldrich June 21 - FAMILY FISHING TRIP
Brooklane ... ............ ........ . ..... . 65th & Brooklyn Blvd. Board the bus and we're off to Fisher's Resort on Mille Lacs for a great
Central .......................... . 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway family outing We'll fish on launches in the morning and then enjoy lunch
Behind the Community Center before leav ng for home Bait and tackle provided! Fish can be cleaned
East Palmer ...................... ... ... .... 71 st & Palmer for a nominal cost Pack a snack to tide you over until lunch. Cost $19.95
Evergreen ............. ....... ..... .... . .. ...... 72nd & Bryant for adults and S16.00 children 12 and unde includes: motor coach
Firehouse ..... ... .. ... 65th & Bryant launch bait. tackle lunch and staff escort Bus pick -up 6:45 a.m. Brooklyn
.......
Freeway .................... _ ... .... .... .. 67th & Beard Center Community Center and returns approximatly3:00 p m Deadline
Garden City .................... . . ... 63rd & Brooklyn Dr space permuting June 1
Grandview ....................... _ _ .. _ .. 59th & Humboldt
Happy Hollow ........ ...... . .. 50th & Abbott July 20 & 21 - - HEARTLAND TRAIL"
Kylawn .................... ... .... . 61st & Kyle Join the Northwest group anc bike the Heartland Corridor Trail 27 miles
Lions .................. ..... .. 55th & Russell of paved bike trail between Park Rapids and Walker MN Much of the
Northport .................... 55th & Sailor Lane Heartland Trail traverses patchwork farmland. ponds. pastures and
Orchard Lane ........... ... .. . .... ..... .. . . 65th & Orchard woods of Aspen and Jackp ne Shuttle bus will accompany bikers Trip is
Riverdale ..... .................... Dalla> Road & Riverd - Ale Road on rain or shine' Lodging will take place at the grand old chase Lake
West Palmer ............ ......... . . 71st & Palmer Lake Circle Lodge and Motor Inn. Cost per person: 524.00 adults and 518.00
Willow Lane ...................... ... ........ .. 69th & Orchard children 12 years and under. Lodging additional, approximately S30.00-
S ....................... ...... ...... ..... . . School 552.00 per - oom Additional information available by calling 561-5448
Earle Brown ......... .. ......
... 5900 Humboldt Ave No Ext 170 Deadline for paid registration is June 14. space permitting.
. .
Evergreen ......... .... ....... .... 7020 Dupont Ave No
Fair Oaks .................. . .... 5600 65th Ave No September 14 - MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Garden City ............... ............... .... 3501 65th Ave No Come back in time to King Henry's rule where jesters frolic. minstrels
Northport . ............................... . _ . 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. serenade and vendors tempt you with their succulent wares. Trip is on
Orchard Lane .. ......... 6201 Noble Ave No. ain or sh ne dress appropriately. DEADLINE TO REGISTER: SEPTEMBER
Palmer Lake. 7300 West Palmer Lake Drive 4 1985 space permitting. For bus location and cost per person call
Willow Lane. 7020 Perry Ave No ,ene Hackett. 537 -8421 Ext 154,
HOLIDAY BAZAAR JULY IS NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARKS MONTH
July always comes in with a bang! This year the celebration lasts all
The 14th ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR will be Saturday, November 2. month long. July is National Recreation and Parks month and Brooklyn
1985 at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. If you are a crafter and Center Parks and Recreation Department has activities for the whole
would like information on how to participate. call the Parks and Recreation family. Take advantage of the beautiful park system including the Palmer
Department thefirst week in May. Registration information will be sent to Lake Nature Area. Arboretum, Central Park and 17 neighborhood parks.
you. Or sign up for one of our many fun Summer classes including exercise.
crafts. sports and athletics and many more. If your "leisure buds" need a
SUPER SUMMER MOVIE AND SWIM break today. give us a call. Join the month long celebration July is
National Recreation and Parks Month Don't miss it.
Star Wars on June 13. See Children's Activities for details.
FAMILY FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
SINGLE'S CENTER Thursdayl. July 25 is the date of the 3rd ANNUAL FAMILY FESTIVAL
The District 281 Community Education and Service Division has designed Mark your calendar now and plan on attending this great family get
a program to provide SINGLE ADULTS with recreation. social and together. This festive evening will include entertainment, games .
educational activities in the Single's Center. Each Friday a discussion refreshments hands on activities and swimming. Pack a picnic dinner
group and drop -in. known as Speakeasy North. starts at 7:30 p.m. We and loin us beginning at 5:30 p m. at Central Park picnic area behind
have free parking and bus accesibility. For further information call 535- Brooklyn Center City Hall. Activities begin a 6:30 p.m sharp' PRE -
1790 ext. 208. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. More details later. watch for infomation
in the North Hennepin Post or call 561 -5448. Don't miss this evening of
FAMILY FUN all for 52.00 per family.
IDEAS & HELP WANTED
Recreation classes and activities will be organized according to your Swim Activities
needs and interests. If you have a program suggestion or possess a
proven skill you can lead or teach. let us know. Plans are now being made
for Fall programs and classes. Call 561 -5448 and ask for Sue or Kathy.
COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY Swim registration startsat9: 00a. m. on Saturday May 1.1,1985.Allother
class registrations begin at 1:00 p.m. (Numbers given out 1 hour before
The Gallery is available for photography or mixed media shows atvarious registering). WHEN REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS, PLEASE
times throughout the year. A glass showcase is also available for small GIVE US THE # PLUS LETTER OF SESSIONS.
art and hobby collections. Contact Kathy Flesherat 561 -5448 forfurther SWIM CLASSES WILL NOT BE HELD ON JULY 4
information.
PARENT & TOT SWIM LESSONS
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Lessons in water adjustment for children ages 2 and 3. One parent must
Need a gift idea? If you are tired of giving perfume or cologn for birthday accompany the child in the water, preferablythe same parent each time,
and holiday gifts. or can not think of something original, get a Parks and Classes meet Monday thru Friday for 2 weeks and are 1 /2 hour.
Recreation gift certificate. We have many classes. swim memberships. Registration Fee $15.00/10 Lessons.
trips, special events and merchandise for all ages and interests in any
monetary value. The certificates are available in the Parks and Recreation Community Center: (# 150 8:50 a.m.)
Department at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. 6301 Shingle A- June 10 - June 21
Creek Parkway. Brooklyn Center. MN 55430. For Information call 561- C - July 8 -July 19
5448. E - August 5 - August 16
Community Center: ( #151 9:25 a.m.)
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE B - June 24 - July 5
D - July 22 - August 2
Join in the fun at Elm Creek Park Reserve in maple Grove. All programs North View Jr. High School: (# 152 12:45 p.m.)
require reservations: some require fee. To make reservations or for
program information call Eastman Nature Center, 420 -4300 A- June 10 - June 21
B - June 24 - July 5
ICE SKATING LESSONS C- July 8 - July 19
North View Jr. High School: Meets Mon. & Wed. ( #153 6:00 p.m.)
Beginning through advanced instruction, taught by professional skaters. F- JunelO - July 10
Includes 12 hour lesson and practice. For ages 3 through adult. Please
arrive 30 minutes early for your first lesson. Meet at Brooklyn Park PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N. Registration Fee $20.00/5
Sessions. Swimming instruction for 4 and 5 year olds. Parents do not accompany
# Day Begins Time Location the child in the water. The following lesson levels are taught: Water
149 Wed. July 10 6:15 p.m. BPCAC Adjustment, Beginner, Advanced Beginner. Classes are taught Monday
thru Friday for 2 weeks and are 1 h hour. Registration Fee $15.00/10
BROOKLYN CENTER TENNIS CLUB lessons.
Beginning, intermediate and advance levels of tennis play for men and Community Center: ( #154 9:25 a.m.)
women. Summer activities include team tennis. ladder play and tourna- A - June 10 - June 21
ments. A good opportunity to become acquainted with other tennis B - June 24 - July 5
players in your neighborhood at a minimal cost. For more information C - July 8 - July 19
contact: Ron Palosaari. President. 537 -5370. D - July 22 - August 2
E - August 5 - August 16
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB Community Center: ( #155 11:10 a.m.)
Promoting social. cultural and civic activities for thewomenof this area is B- June 24 - July 5
the purpose of Brooklyn Center Women's Club. They meet in the Social D - July 22 - August 2
Hall of the Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, the 2nd North View Jr. High School: ( #156 12:45 p.m.)
Tuesday of each month from September through May. All women over 21 A- June 10 - June 21
are invited to visit or become members. A variety of programs are B - June 24 - July 5
presented, followed by refreshments and a social time. On the 4th C - July 8 - July 19
Tuesday of the month, except in case of scheduling difficulties, a trip or North View Jr. High School: Meets Mon. & Wed. (#157 6:00 p.m.)
tourto an interesting place in the vicinity is planned including luncheon. (# 158 6:35 p.m.)
For further information concerning the Club you may call 561 -4025.
F -June 10- July 10
BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB CHILD SWIM LESSONS
All boys and girls age 6 and up are invited to join the Brooklyn Swim Club Red Cross Beginning through Swimmers instruction for boys and girls
the local Minneso'a U S Swimming Club for competitive swimming ages 6 and older. Classes meet Monday thru Friday for 2 weeks and are
B.S C provides an opportunity to meet new friends. improve swimming '�2 hour in length. Classes have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor.
strokes. build self - confidence throu lh goal - setting and learn good Registration Fee $15.00 /10 lessons
sportmanship through competitive swimming. For further information Community Center: ( #159 10:00 a.m.) ( #160 10:35 a.m.)
call 561 -5448. Ext 171. BS.C. is sponsored by Brooklyn Center and ( #161 11:10 a.m.) t #162 11:45 a.m.)
Brooklyn Park Parks and Recreat ion Departments. A free two week trial
period is offered to any interested swimmer who would like to try North View Jr. High School: ( #163 1:20 p.m.) ( #164 1:55 p.m.)
competitive swimming ( #165 2:30 p.m.) Sessions A & B & C only.
A- June 1 U - June 21
SPECIAL MONTHLY POOL ATTRACTIONS B - June 24 - July 5
June 8 1985 - Life. Be In It and Swim - Swim for reduced prices - 1:00- C - July 8 - July
9:00 p m - Community Center D - July 22 - August 2
E - August 5 - August 16
June 28. 1985 - It's a Pool Party - at the Community Center - 1.00-3:30 North View Evening Lessions: Meets Mon. & Wed. ( #166 7:10 p.m.)
p.m. - Swimming pool games patio games contest and a cookout on the (#167 7:45 p.m.) $15.00/10 lessons.
patio - Join us for the fun' F - June 10 - July 10
August 16. 1985 -A Back to School Special -at the Community Center ADULT SUPER CHICKEN
Swim for reduced prices all day'
Watch for further information distributed by the Parks and Recreation Separate classes for those persons, high school age and up, who have a
Department real fear of water. Here is an opportunity to overcome that fear and learn
to enjoy the sport. Registration Fee $22.00/10 lessons. Same sessions
and times as Adult lessons, see schedule.
ADULT SWIM LESSONS Brooklyn Center
Beginner thru Swimmer level instruction for adult and high school age. Community C e n to r
Here is an opportunity to learn to swim or brush up on your strokes.
Classes meet Monday thru Friday for 2 weeks and are 40 minutes.
Registration Fee $22.00/10 Sessions 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
Community Center: ( #168 11:45 a.m.) BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430
A- June 10 - June 21 561 -5448
C - JUIy 8 - July 19
E - August 5 - August 16
North View Jr. High School: Meets Mon. & Wed. ( #169 8:20 p.m.)
F - June 10 -July 10 OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE — EFFECTIVE JUNE 10
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS MON- WED -FRI
1 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.
Private lessons are available at the Community Center and North View (Adults only 12:15 to 1:00 P.M.)
Jr. High for a fee of $9.00 /half hour. Call the Community Center for TUES-THURS
further information. 1 P M. to 9 P.M.
(Adults only 12:15 to 1 P.M. and 9 to 10:30 P.M.)
ADAPTIVE' SWIM LESSONS ! SAT — 1 P.M. to 9 P.M.
(Adults only 12 to 1:00 P.M.)
Swimming lessons for children and adults of all ages who are physically SUN — 1 P.M. to 6 P.M.
and /or mentally disabled. Classes meet Mondaythru Friday for 2 weeks e Children under 1st grade must be accompanied by an adult in the
and are '2 hour Classes are taught on a one to one ratio. Registration building at all times.
Fee $15.00/10 lessons.
Community Center: ( #170 8:50 a.m.) • The wading pool is open to children ONLY when supervised by a
B - June 24 - July ';5 parent.
D - July 22 - August 2 e HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
DIVING EXERCISE ROOM AND SAUNA
Beginning lessons on the 1 and 3 meter springboard for children ages 9 MON THRU FRI: 9 A.M. to 10:30 P.M.
& up who are intermediate or better swimmers. Classes meet Monday TUES & THURS: Adults only 9 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.
thru Friday for 2 weeks and are 1/2 hour in length. Registration Fee SAT: 12 P M. to 9 P.M.
$15.00/10 lessons. SUN: 1 P.M to 6 P.M.
Community Center: (# 171 8:50 a.m.)
B - June 24 - July 5 • Th-? use of the EXERCISE ROOM is limited to 15 years and older.
D - July 22 - August 2 • The SAUNA is limited 18 years and older.
BASIC RESCUE AND WATER SAFETY • The Pool Exercise Room. and Sauna may close early at the
A Red Cross course for ages 11 and older. Skills in self- rescue discretion of the management.
extensions and artificial respiration will be taught. Students must pass a COMMUNITY CENTER MEMBERSHIP RATES
preliminary swimming test and attend every class. Absences will not be
made up. Classes will meet Mon. thru Fri. for 2 weeks. Classes 1 hour Memberships entitle the member to the use of the Swimming Pool.
Registration Fee $20.00110 lessons. Exercise Room and Sauna during recreational or "open" periods.
Community Center: ( #172 9:00 a.m.) 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year
A - June 10 - June 21 Family $57.00 $96.00 $160.00
C - July 8 - July 19 Individual $32.00 $53.00 $ 90.00
ADVANCED LIFESAVING COURSE Family members will be limited to parents and children living at home 20
years of age and under.
A Red Cross course for persons age 15 and older Students must be able
to tread water. surface dive and and swim 500 continous yards, CPR SENIOR ADULT RATES
Multi -Media First Aid and student guarding time will also be a part of the 3 month membership for Brooklyn Center Residents 62 years & older —
course. Attendance is required and absences will not be made up $6.00.
registration Fee $40.00/8 Sessions and includes all materials needed
Classes 3 hours Instructors Steve Froehlich. Barb Pierce Single Admission rate for Senior Adults resident or non - resident 62
# Day Begins Time Location years & older. $1.25
173 M & W July 15 6:30 p.m. NVJH
CPR - Tuesday - luly 16 & 23 - 6:30 -10:00 p.m GENERAL ADMISSION
MMFA - Tuesday - July 30 & Aug. 6 - 6:30 -10:00 p_m. Adult (18 & over) S2.25
Lake Session - Saturday. Aug. 3 Youth (15-17) $1.75
Children (5 -14) 51.50
LIFE. BE IN IT AND SWIM
Can you swim 10 miles? You may want to take advantage of this GAMEROOM
opportunity. All you need to do is obtain a card and fill it out on your own. Enjoy our gameroom equipped with foosball. pool. video games and
Start by swimming 1 . mile at a time. Earn a Red Cross certificate and pinball.
patch. Mark your card after each time you swim. Begin today' Any
questions about "Life. Be In It and Swim" contact Gayle at 561 -5448 SNACKBAR
NORTH VIEW OPEN SWIM — COST 50¢ Visit our refreshment area located next to the game room
Mon. -Fri. 3:00 -4:00 p.m. June 10 -July 19 The Pool, Exercise Room and Sauna will be closed all day and evening
Mon. -Fri. 1:00-4:00 p.m. July 22- August 9 June 1 and 2 for a swim meet. The public is welcome to watch this
Thurs. 7:30 -8:30 p.m. June 13- August 8 statewide meet. free of charge.
SCUBA OPEN SWIM — Begins June 13 HOLIDAY HOURS
A special time to practice for persons with scuba equipment only. Monday — May 27 — 1 -6 P.M.
Designed for those taking scuba instruction as well as any other Thursday — July 4 — 1-6 P.M.
interested persons. Cost 75o per time. Thurs. — 8:30 - 10:00 p.m. North
View Jr. High.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
BROOKLYN CENTER 1. All registration must be made at the Park and Recreation office in
PARKS AND RECREATION the Community Center beginning 1:00 p.m. on Saturday May 11
ADVISORY COMMISSION (Numbers will be handed out at noon). (Swim registration is sepa-
rate - see box).
The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the 3rd Tuesday No Phone registrations.
of each month, 7:30 p.m., Council Chambers. This Commissions advises
the City Council on the Parks and Recreation Program in Brooklyn 2• On opening day of registration, Saturday. May 1 1 , a person may
Center. sign up for himself or his immediate family ONLY. After this date,
you may register for as many people as you wish.
Dale Bloomstrand Bud Sorenson, Chairperson Dave Skeels 3. The Parks and Recreation office in the Community Center is open
Carl Manson Don Peterson Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30
a.m.-9:00 p.m. & Sunday, 1:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m.
THE BROOKLYN CENTER 4. Where Classes are limited, registration will be on the first come -
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT first serve basis. Persons are not considered registered until the
Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may share in the fee has been paid. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves
Godgivenrightto beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility; andtotheendthat the right to cancel classes or activities when an insufficient
each may herein find the laughter of childhood, the acceptance of number of people sign up.
youth, the fulfillment of adult life, and the companionship of old age, 5. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at the activ-
through a healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. ity location.
Arnie Mavis - Director of Recreation 6. Should you find it necessary to transfer session or class times,
Henry Davis - Superintendent of Parks this may be done if an opening exists by paying a 50C transfer
Kathy Flesher - Program Supervisor fee per class. All transfers must be done in person at the
Susan LaCrosse - Program Supervisor Community Center.
Gayle Gardner - Aquatic Supervisor
7. Request for refunds must be received at least 24 hours before the
REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY. second class session, however. there will be a service
charge on any refund before the first class begins s and and a $4.00
WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE service charge before the second class begins. Refund policy
MONDAY, MAY 13. except where noted in class description.
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 8. 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
NAME space and competent instruction is available.
(Last) (First) 9. Senior Citizens, 62 years and over, who are residents of Brooklyn
Center may enjoy most activity classes at ''z the registration fee.
ADDRESS This does not apply to supplies or special Senior Classes which
(Zip) are at a special rate.
10. Check schedule for beginning date of each class.
(Phone) (Work Phone) 1 1. Sorry, no trip refunds, unless cancelled by the Parks & Recreation
Department.
ACTIVITY 12. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators, including
(Location) parents, not allowed except with permission. This includes children.
CLASS* TIME For further information call 561 -5448
Swim registration for Swimming Lessons which are to be conducted at
CLASS DAY AMOUNT the Community Center Pool and North View Jr. High will be held
Saturday, May 11, starting at 9:00 a.m. at the COMMUNITY CENTER.
Mail registrations will not be accepted for Swimming Lessons.
(Numbers will be handed out at 8:00 a.m.)