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THE BROOKLYN CENTER
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
TINY TOTS — Begins September 18
Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may \
share in the God given right to beauty, to sunshine,to tran- This class is for 4 and 5 year old preschoolers. Tiny tots must be 4
quility: And to the end that each may herein find the years old by January 1, 1974. The program includes crafts, games,
Laughter of childhood,the acceptance of youth, the fulfill- stories, songs, finger painting, plays and music. Parents are asked to
merit of adult life, and the companionship of old age, pick up their child immediately at the close of each period. Minimum
through a healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. 10-Maximum 20. 20 sessions$11.00.
Eugene H. Hagel — Director Tuesday and Thursday 24 9:30— 10:30 A.M..
Arnie Mavis—Supt. of Recreation 2,011:00— 12 noon
Doug Bryant—Asst. Supt. Rec. yp 1:00— 2:00 P.M.
Kathy Desteian—Program Supervisor
The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department is located 'For parents wishing to send th-air tiny tots to only one session per
week, register for any of the above times on Tuesday or Thursday. 10
in both the City Hall and the Community Center at 6301 Shingle
sessions$5.50.
Creek Parkway. The Community Center office is open from 8:30
Community Center
A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Monday—Saturday; 1:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Instructor,Mrs.Williams .•
Sunday. The phone number is 561-5448. TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE
*SPECIAL HOURS r'
Tiny Tots Creative nce follows the Thursday Tiny Tot class, see
Week Of September 10 — 16 Creative Dance Sec tii for details.
Monday through Friday,-September 10 — 14,
9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. CHILDRENS CREATIVE CROCHET Begins Sept-
Saturday,-September 15, 9:00 A.M. to 5:£tt1,..P.M. ember ZQ,
Sunday, September 16, CLOSED.
Regular hours resume Monday, September 17. Students learn to read simple patterns. A project will be made in class.
BROOKLYN CENTER Bring a "H" hook and 4 ply scrap yarn to the first class. Open to stu-
dents that have completed 3rd grade and up. 5 sessions — $4.00.
PARK AND RECREATION Minimum 10 — Maximum 12.
ADVISORY COMMISSION Instructor, Mrs. Lee. Community Center
Chairman — Robert Zerban Class A — Thursday 6:30 — 7:45 P.M. (4 & 5 graders)
Tom White Gerald Johnson Class B — Thursday 7:45 — 9:00 P.M. (6th & up)
Jan Grannes Michele Roche
Roger Pickering
CREATIVE DANCE FOR CHILDREN — Begins
CIVIC GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS September 18.
The Park and Recreation Department maintains a file containing infor-
mation on the organizations listed below and agrees to serve as a clear- The life of every child can be enriched by creative rhythmic experiences.
frig house and referral service for inquiries regarding these groups. Here is an opportunity for your child to enjoy the freedom of creative
Call the Park and Recreation office for further information. rhythms tempered with the disciplines of classic ballet. Such exper-
(Groups not listed who wish to be included are invited to contact the fence paves the way for more advanced dance study, and is excellent
Park and Recreation office.) background training for those anxious to pursue gymnastics, cheer-
leading, and the like. 10 sessions $5.00.
Alcoholics Anonymous League of Women Voters Instructor, Mrs. Wilson
American Association of Hennepin County Public Orchard Lane — Tuesday
University Women Library Brooklyn Center y� 4th — 6th grades 3:30 P.M.
American Legion Post No. 630 Branch 7� 1st — 3rd grades 4:15 P.M.
North Hennepin Artists Assoc. LaLeche League
Babe Ruth League Little League— American Garden City — Wednesday
City Band Little League— National I 4th — 6th grades 3:00 P.M.
Boy Scouts of America Lions Club 1st — 3rd grades 3:45 P.M.
Bridge Club North Suburban Toastmistress
Campfire Girls Club Palmer Lake — Thursday
Chamber of Commerce North Suburban Community 4th — 6th grades 3:15 P.M.
Brooklyn Center Harmonettes Theatre 3� 1st — 3rd grades 4:00 P.M.
Brooklyn Historical Society Parents Without Partners
Children's Chorus Republican Club TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE
Citizens Committee for Better Senior Citizens Club
Government, Inc. Brooklyn Twins
D.F.L.Club Beaverbrook Sportsman Club (Immediately follows Tiny Tots)
4—H Early Bird Toastmasters Club Boys and girls 10 sessions$4.50
Garden Club Palmer Lake V.F.W. Post 3915 2.:15 — 2:45 P.M. Community Center
Girl Scout Council of Mpls. Pounds Watchers Club
Girl Scout Service Unit (WOWS, DEBS,SOS)
Jaycees Welcome Wagon
Mrs.Jaycees Brooklyn Twins
Judo Club Women's Club
YMCA—North Side
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CHILDRENS GUITAR — Begins September 17.A PHASE I - B APPARATUS Begins September 15
Northview Junior High Saturdays
1st through 3rd grades 9:00 A.M.to 10:15 A.M.
Students must furnish their own guitar. The minimum age is 9 years 4ththrough 6th grades 10:20 A.M.to 11:35 A.M.
old. 8 sessions $6.00. Minimum 8 - Maximum 12. 7th grade and up 11:40 A.M.to 12:55 P.M.
Instructor, Mr. Andersen
Monday 7:00 P.M. - Beginners Evergreen School PHASE I - C . FLOOR EXERCISE Begins September 15
For children interested in Intermediate lessons see - Adult Section. Northview Junior High Saturdays
1st through 3rd grades 1:00 P.M.to 2:15 P.M.
4th through 6th grades 2:20 P.M.to 3:35 P.M.
7th grade and up 3:40 P.M.to 4:55 P.M.
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PHASE II - A TUMBLING Begins September 15 Brooklyn Center High School Saturdays
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1st through 3rd grades 9:00 A.M. to 10:15 A.M.
C34th through 6th grades 10:20 A.M.to 11:35 A.M.
71h grade and up 11:40 A.M.to 12:55 P.M.
O4j 'Registration fee for all classes$9.00
C 'All sessions eight weeks
'Minimum per class- 12,Maximum- 16
CHILDRENS NATURE STUDY
An after school nature study program will be conducted for 4th GIRLS GYMNASTICS — COACHES OPEN GYMS
through 6th graders. The purpose of the program will be to make the
students more aware of the environment around them. Each prograrn Open io all girls who are registered for current fall session classes. No
will last approximately two hours and cost S.75 per student fee. Call the Community Center after September 15th for days and
October 10 Evergreen times.
October 17 Northport
October 24 Garden City GIRLS GYMNASTICS — SKILL TESTING —
November 7 Palmer Lake
November 14 Fair Oaks September 8th.
November 21 Orchard Lane
November 28 Willow Lane Open to girls who wish to advance to a more difficult phase without
t:ikirin the basic glass or Phase I. Instructors will ask girls to do specific
GIRLS GYMNASTICS CLUB movements, if they pass, girls can skip a segment or the entire Phase.
A reaistmtinn fee of S1.00 will be charged. Girls must register at the
Community Center for this test before September 7th. Testing begins
All girls, ages 1st through 12th grades. Join the Brooklyn Center Gids at 9:00 A.M.
Gymnastics Club and progress from the basic fundamentals to St,tte
AAU competition. Here's how - First,girls can register for lesson, in BOYS S CER — Begins September 15.
Phase I, which is designed for beginners. There are three divisions in 3V—
this phase as well as in Phase II and Phase Ill. They are (A) tumbling
(B) apparatus, and (C) floor exercise. After girls complete proficiency All hoys 3!d gi,rde through 6th grade. This prcgram will run for seven
in Phase I - A, B, or C, they may advance (only with instructors weeks log 1hours per session. Coaches will teach the basic skills of
authorization - girls may have to repeat a class in order to advance) diibblrng, passing, and kicking a soccer ball. Every boy will play an
to Phase 11 - A, B, or C. Phase II is designed for intermediates. Also, „,;ual amount After it few practices games will be played. Emphasis
girls may test out of an entire phase or a division if they have had , II Ita placed on the fundamentals, exercise and conditioning, and
considerable training and experience. ltttving a good time. There will be seven sessions, weather permitting.
Example: After a girl successfully completes Phase I - B she quah- Registration S4.00.
fies for Phase II - B. However, if she has not completed Phase I Saturday 3rd&4th grade 9:00 A.M.to 10:30 A.M.
A or C she does not qualify for Phase II -A of C. Saturday 4th & 5th grade 10:45 A.M.to 12:15 P.M.
Club Members receive quality instruction from high school coaches, All sessions will be held at Brooklyn Center High School - on the
letters about classes and events,and qualify for clinics at a reduced fee. soccer field.
Eventually after members have graduated from Phase 11, we will offer
Phase I I I which is AAU competition.
BOYS WRESTLING — Begins November 17.
PHASE I-A TUMBLING Begins Week of September 17th
Willow Lane Elementary Mondays
A pi ogrim designed for boys 3rd grade through 6th grade. Emphasis
4th through 6th grades 3:05 P.M.to 4:20 P.M. will be placed on the skills and tundamentals of wrestling. Henry High
1st through School Coach Monte Miller will conduct clinics. Matches are being
4th through 6th grades 3:05 P.M.to 4:20 P.M. arranged with other communities. Wrestling within weight classes,
1st through 3rd grades 4:20 P.M. to 5:35 P.M. quality coaching, and equal wrestling time are other features. Patches
and jerseys will be given to each boy - included in the entry fee.
Fair Oaks Elementary Tuesdays Cost S5.50.
4th through 6th grades 3:15 P.M.to 4:30 P.M. 3atuidays 3rd & 4th grades 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.
1st through 3rd grades 4:30 P.M.to 5:45 P.M. Saturdays 5th & 6th grades 10:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
All sessions held at North View Junior High Wrestling Room.
Evergreen Park Elementary Thursday
4th through 6th grades 3:35 P.M.to 4:50 P.M.
1st through 3rd grades 4:50 P.M. to 6:05 P.M.
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BOYS AND GIRLS JUDO LESSONS — Begins Sept-
ember 17 and 19.
For boys and girls 8 years old and up who are interested in learning the /
basic skills or more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood, 4th
Degree Blackbelt, provides complete instruction. In addition,interest-
ed students may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is Nation-
ally Sanctioned. 10 sessions) $6.00.
Mondays Boys Beginners 6:30 P.M.to 7:30 P.M.
Mondays Boys Advanced 7:30 P.M.to 9:00 P.M.
Wednesdays Girls Beginners 6:30 P.M.to 7:30 P.M.
Wednesdays Girls Advanced 7:30 P.M.to 9:00 P.M.
All sessions held at North View Wrestling Room. 70/
CHILDRENS CHORUS — Begins September 10.
For elementary age children. No fee, however, all children must sign BOYS BASKETBALL — Begins November 17.
up at the Community Center before September 10th. Membership
limited to 125. The chorus meets on Mondays at 6:30 P.M. at Earle For boys 3rd through 6th grades. This program features quality coach-
Brown School. ing-low key and is designed for skill development. Practices include
HOCKEY — HOUSE LEAGUE shooting, passing, and dribbling exercises. Basic play patterns will be
taught. Teams will be formed after several practices -- games will be
played. Boys will take a trip to an Augsburg Basketball Game. Clinics
All boys in 3rd grade and up. The house hockey program emphasizes will be put on by Ervinniger — former star at Indiana University and
basic fundamentals, team sportsmanship, and having hockey fun. in the American Basketball Association. He is now Head Basketball
Everyone will be assigned to teams, practices will be held, and games Coach at Augsburg College. Boys will receive jerseys and patches—
will be played. Special feature include playing two games at North included in the fee. Registration is $5.50. 15 sessions will be held.
Land Arena, receiving jerseys, and playing officiated games. It's very
important that all boys register by December 1st,so that when weather Saturday 3rd grade 9:00 to 10:30 A.M.
permits — teams will be organized for skating. The registration fee is 4th grade 1 :30 to 12:00 Noon
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$10.00 (included is cost of a jersey and indoor ice time). 5th grade 1:00 to 2:30 P.M.
6th grade 2:30 to 4:00 P.M.
HOCKEY — TRAVELING LEAGUE Location to be determined and announced at the first meeting. All
boys are to meet at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, November 17th at North-
view Junior High for an organizational meeting.
All boys, the Brooklyn Center Hockey Association will be holding try-
outs for the traveling league. Check the Post papers for time and dates.
Everyone in 3rd grade and up is eligible for tryouts. That includes �nn'.a
boys in 9th and 10th grades for the Traveling Midget League. For fur- 74T ew
ther details please call Tom Peterson at 561-4884. JUDO — Begins September 17 & 19.
BOWLING — Begins September 8.
For Guys and Gals who are interested in learning the basic skills or
more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood,4th Degree Blackbelt,
For boys and girls in 5th through 9th grades. All registrations will be
provides complete instruction. In addition, interested students may
at Lynbrook Bowl. $1.00 registration fee payable at first session plus join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is Nationally Sanctioned.
$1.75 per session to cover cost of bus transportation, two games of 10 sessions — $6.00.
bowling, shoes and instruction by certified A.J.B.C. instructors. Call Mondays Beginner Guys 6:30 to 7:30 P.M.
Lynbrook Bowl for further details. Mondays Advanced Guys 7:30 to 9:00 P.M.
Bus Pick Up: Wednesdays Beginners Gals 6:30 to 7:30 P.M.
Monday Brooklyn Center High School 2:35 P.M.
Wednesdays Advanced Gals 7:30 to 9:00 P.M.
Monday Brooklyn Junior High 2:40 P.M.
All sessions held at North View Wrestling Room.
Monday North View Junior High 2:55 P.M.
Monday St. Alphonsus 3:05 P.M. JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH BOWLING LEAGUES
Tuesday Earle Brown School 2:55 P.M.
Tuesday Garden City School 3:05 P.M. — Begins September 8.
Tuesday Northport 3:25 P.M.
Tuesday Palmer Lake School 3:20 P.M. For boys and girls in Junior and Senior High. There will be two lea-
Thursday Riverview School 3:30 P.M. gues. One league will meet at 9:30 A.M. and the other at 1:00 P.M.
Thursday Monroe School 3:25 P.M. All registration will be, held a* Lynbrook Bowl. A $1.00 registration
Thursday Evergreen Park School 3:25 P.M. fee and $1.65 per session to cover the cost of 3 games and certified A.
Friday Willow Lane School 3:05 P.M. J.B.C. instructors. C '.i 'Lynbrook Bowl for details.
Friday Orchard Lane School 3:35 P.M.
Friday Fair Oaks School 3:15 P.M.
FALL HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS LEAGUE — Begins RHYTHM, BLUES, and BRIGHT LIGHTS
September 15.
Community Center
For 8thrade and u Saturday September 1st "Purple Haze"
g p — Guys and Gals. Continue your tennis experi-
ence. Jim Magee will instruct and set up teams for match play. Ses- Saturday October 6th "Regalia"
sions will be held on Saturdays for 6 weeks, sessions run from 9:00 Saturday November 3rd "Jesse Brady"
A.M. to 12:00 Noon. A meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, Saturday December 1st "Cain"
September 12, starting at 7:30 P.M. to answer further questions. This All above performances will be held from 8:00 P.M.to 11:00 P.M.,all
meeting will be held at the Community Center. Registration fee$4.00. ages 14 through 17 years are invited admission fee of $1.50 includes
This league will be held at Brooklyn Center High Tennis Courts. dance, light shows, and swimming. Light shows will be performed by
"High-Light". All bands are top mid-west union groups booked
through Five State Productions.
North View Junior High
Friday September 14th Top union
Friday October 19th to be
Friday November 16th Announced
C� All above dances at North View run from 7:30 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.
All 7th through 10th graders are invited.
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CO—REC — Begins September 19.
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An activity designed for all. From 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. teens can take
part in informal gym activities-meet and talk-listen to music-play `
ping pong and bumper pool. There is a 35c activity fee for this session.
Activities are fully chaparoned. From 7:00 P.M.to 9:00 P.M. In add-
ition, informal teams will play games of boys,girls,and mixed basket-
ball; boys, girls, and mixed volleyball;and indoor hockey. Also, teens
can sign up for special events and contests. Minimal fees are charged
for intramurals. Games will be officiated with awards for winners.
Wednesday 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. North View Junior High
TEEN OVERNIGHT
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NEEDLEPOINT — Begins September 17.
This program is for 8th grade through 10th grade. Teens stay at the
Community Center from 10:00 P.M. Saturday to 8:00 A.M. Sunday. The class is designed to teach beginners 10 different stitches neededto
Everyone is checked and signed in and after 10:30 P.M. Saturday no- complete Most projects. Students will work on a sampler in class that
one is allowed to enter or leave, unless there is an emergency. Act-
may be completed as a pillow. Registration fee includes instruction
ivities include a dance, roller skating, swimming,and movies. Refreshandmaterials needed for the sampler. (Canvas, yarns and needle). 4
ments will be served in the rnorning. This activity is fully chaperoned
sessions $12.00. Minimum 12. Instructor, Joann Peterson.
by Adults, Lifeguards, and Policemen. All teens must have a signed Monday September 17,24; October 1,8. 7:00 - 9:00 P.M.
permission slip from their parents.
Community Center
DATE: November 10 and 11
FEE: $4.00 MACRAME — Begins October 15.
Band, Movies, and Skating. Additional information will be announced
at a later date.
Bring to class a foam rubber pillow form, T-pins, scissors and a small
roll of Seine twine. After the first session students will make a project
SOCIAL COUNCIL of their choice. 4 sessions $5.00. Minimum 12. Instructor, Joann
Peterson.
Social Councils are located at North View Junior High, and the Com- Monday, October 15, 22, 29, November 5. 7:00 — 9:00 P.M.
munity Center. They are becoming the social "Voice"of their schools Community Center
and the community. They provide information, gained from class—
mates and friends, to the Park and Recreation staff on what activities INTERMEDIATE — ADVANCED NEEDLEPOINT
should be offered. They also help to promote and publicize and act as
a working force at all teen events. Teens recognize their importance — Begins November 5.
and hard work by supporting the activities they promote.
Students will continue to learn 14 new stitches not covered by the be-
NIGHTTIME NUGGETS OF NOSTALGIA ginning needlepoint class. Students should have a workable knowledge
of needlepoint. Instruction on the Bargello stitch and design will be
Weekly festivities of old-time movies - coffee house atmosphere and given. Bring scissors, 12 inch square of 10-mesh canvas, 3 colors of
corny capers will be planned to help you bring back those thrilling needlepoint yarn, needle, graph paper and colored pencils. 4 sessions-
days
essionsdays of yesteryear. Hi-ho Silver and AWAY to the Community $6.00. Minimum '12. Instructor, Joann Peterson.
Center. For further information call the Community Center. Dates Monday, November 12, 19, 26, December 3. 7:00 - 9:00 P.M.
will be posted on the gameroom bulletin board. Stop in. Wednesday, November 14, 21, 28, December 5. 7:00 - 9:00 P.M..
Community Center
OTHER COMMUNITY EDUCATION The Community Education Department of Independent School Dist-
RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES rict 279 also offers a Big Brother Program. If you are et all interested
in possibly befriending a boy please call the Community Education
Osseo District 279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4131 Office at 425-4131 ext. 38 or 48 for further information.
Robbinsdale District 281 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 533-2781
Anoka-Hennepin District 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 421-9550 DISTRICT 286 COMMUNITY EDUCATION DE-
Brooklyn Center District 286 . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 561-2120
North Hennepin Junior College . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4541 PARTMENT will offer the following evening classes. If interested
Brooklyn Park Recreation Department . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4517 in enrolling in any classes, please call Brooklyn Center High School
—561-2120 for further information.
DISTRICT 279 COMMUNITY EDUCATION DE-
PARTMENT ARTS AND CRAFTS
Painting, Brush and Pallet Knife
Below are a sample of District 279's Fall Community Education Even- Weaving
ing Classes that will be offered in District 279 schools starting the first Basic Textiles
week of October. Please call at 425-4131 ext. 38 or 48 for your
complete Fall Brochure.
HOMEMAKING
SPECIAL INTEREST Cake Decorating, Beginning and Advance
Knitting
Adult Drivers Education Pattern Adjustment
Wig Styling Crochet, Beginning and Advanced
Beginning Yoga Knits for the Sandbox Set
Introduction to Taxidermy Slack Adjustment
Beginning Norwegian Patch Work Creativity
Beginning Oil
Backstrap Weaving Beginning Machine Sewing for girls (10-14)
Rosemaling Beginning Sewing
Beginning Needlepoint SPECIAL INTERESTS
Beginning Macrame' Wallcoverings
Calligraphy Yoga
Standard First Aid First Aid
Spanish (Conversational) Home Buying Seminar
French (Conversational) Camping
Children the Challenge-Book study Skiing, How to Purchase
Environment—The Energy Crisis Inquiry, Search for Faith
Handbuilt pottery & sculpture Fire Prevention
Hand crafted jewelry Chemical Awareness
Acrylic painting How to Unlock the Trap of Neurosis
Terrarium Construction Senior Citizen Hot Lunch
Sugar Art Pre-Schooler Health Screening Clinic
Ski Information Clinic Investments
HOME MAKING Metric Systems of Measurments
Beginning Sewing
Parent study gorups
Law for the Layman
Intermediate Sewing Upholstery
Pattern and Slack adjustment Nature Hike
Beginning Cake Decorating Consumer Protection
Beginning Lingerie Snowmobile Maintance
Snowmobile Suit & Ski Jacket Construction Business Machines
Knits for Children Scuba Diving
Men's Double Knit Sports Coats
Gourmet Foods
Patch Work .SCHOOL LOCATIONS
Holiday and Seasonal Party Planning
Drapery Making
Women's Pants Earle Brown School 59th & Humboldt Ave. N.
Sleeves
Fair Oaks School 5600 65th Ave. N.
Body Shirts and Leotards Garden City School 3501 65th Ave. N.
Northport School 5421 Brooklyn Blvd.
SHOP TOPICS Orchard Lane School 6201 Noble Ave. N.
Palmer Lake School 7300 W. Palmer Lk. Dr.
Snowmobile Repair and Maintenance Willow Lane School 7020 Perry Ave. N.
Basic Auto tuneup Evergreen Park School 7020 Dupont Ave. N.
Auto Repair and Maintenance for Women Brooklyn Center High School 65th & Humboldt Ave. N.
Upholstery North View Jr. High School 69th & Zane Ave. N.
Finish Your Basement or Recreation Room
Wire Your Basement
Basic Carburetor Repair and Maintenance
BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
Phone: 561-5448
THE BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER was completed
for occupancy in June, 1971,and is the culmination of years of citizen
effort and involvement. The Center was built with funds voted at a
successful Bond Issue and is designed to serve as the civic, social, and
,3r recreational hub of the city.
It is dedicated to the philosophy that all citizens,young and old alike,
are deserving of the opportunity for a healthy, happy leisure.
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YOU ARE INVITED TO:
'Swim in the Olympic length pool. Relax and tan on the outdoor
patio. Minimum depth — 39 inches. Diving well — 12 feet. Two 1-
meter and one 3-meter diving boards. A special feature is a ramp for
the handicapped. (Wading for tots in the Wading Pool with a con-
venient place to sit and watch.)
'Build up muscle tone in the complete, modern Exercise Room.
'Relax in the Sauna.
*Relax and enjoy refreshments in the Lower Lounge.
'Improve photographic techniques with the aid of the fully equipped
Dark Room Laboratory.
'Visit the Gallery Lounge and view interesting displays of creative art,
sculpture,etc.
*Play a game of table tennis or billiards.
SWIMMING POOL MEMBERSHIPS
GAME ROOM MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships entitle the member to the use of the Swimming Pool, Game Room memberships entitle the member to the use of all game
Exercise Room, and Sauna during recreational or 'open" periods. room facilities.
The use of the Exercise Room is limited to 10th graders and up.
The sauna is limited to 19 years and older except for special events or MEMBERSHIP RATES: (six months)
when child is accompanied by a parent. Resident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1.00
MEMBERSHIP RATES: Non-Resident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.00
Resident Non-Resident— '25c per '/2 hour per person for pool tables.
Family $30.00 Family $40.00 '10c per '/2 hour per person for table tennis.
Individual $15.00 Individual $20.00
GENERAL ADMISSION:
Adults $1.00
Children .50
(18&under)
COMMUNITY CENTER — OPEN 4&71
RECREATIONAL SWIM SCHEDULE (effective Sept. 4) " �
Mondays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M.
Tuesdays 9:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M. et
9:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M. Adults Only .T
Wednesdays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M. Asti"
Thursdays 9:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M.
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9:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M. Adults Onlyy � j
Fridays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M.
Saturdays 1:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M.
Sundays 1:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M.
*School aged children not allowed during school hours.
POOL CLOSED SEPTEMBER 10 THRU SEPTEMBER 16. 1.
3—D ELEVATION ART AND FRAMES — Begins MODERN DANCE FOR WOMEN — Begins Sept-
September 19. ember 17.
Students will learn how to construct a balsa wood box to use for paper
This class will explore the basic fundamentals of dance. This is a
plea-
tole or keepsakes. Bring an X-Acto knife or razor blade,ruler, pencil
sant manner in which to renew your figure,your vitality and poise. It
and Tacky glue to the first class. Balsa wood will be available for pur-
chase at minimal cost. Shadow boxes make great gifts. The same tech- is an interesting escape from the everyday life, it's easy, relaxing,
nique can be applied in making memory boxes. See examples on dis- creative and everyone can enjoy the dance. Participants should wear
loose and comfortable clothing. 10 weeks $5.00.
,2 play during registration. 3 sessions $4.00. Minimum 13 — Maximum Minimum 10
20. Instructor,Mrs. Holzknecht. Instructor, Mrs. Wilson
Wednesday 7:30-9:30 P.M. Community Center Monday 10:00 — 11:00 A.M. Community Center
ADULT CRAFTS — Begins October 17. CITY BAND,%,
Here is your opportunity to utilize popular media for your creative and `
For men and women past high school age.
artistic ability. Supplies needed for each class are pencil, scissors, X- Monday 7:30 to 10:30 P.M. North View Junior High
Acto knife and Tacky glue. *For the 1st session bring 4 slices of white
bread, small plastic bag, wax paper, smooth sided drinking glass, and BROOKLYN CENTER HARMONETTES— -
2 pencils. 4 sessions $5.00. Minimum 15—Maximum 20. Instructor,
Mrs. Holzknecht.
Wednesday,October 17,24,31, November 7. 7:30-9:30 P.M. Open to women past high school age who enjoy singing. Performances
Community Center given throughout the year. Practice on Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. to 10:00
P.M., Earle Brown Music Room. For further information contact the
YOGA — Begins September 17 & 20. Director,June Scofield,at 560-0740.
Men, Women, Teens — High School to Senior Citizens should wear DOG OBEDIENCE — September 20.
clothes that are loose fitting and comfortable. 8 sessions — $8.00.
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Minimum 10 — Maximum 25. Instructor, Pat Hollenhorst.
Beginner This course is open to people 12 and older whose dog is at least 6 mon-
Beginner old. This course will teach you how to work with your dog in
Class A 6:30 — 8:00 P.M. Monday
order to teach him social behavior and self discipline. 10 lessons —
Class B 9:15 —10:45 A.M. Thursday $10.00.
Intermediate Thursday 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. Earle Brown School
Class C 8:00 — 9:00 P.M. Monday
Class D 10:45 —12:15 A.M. Thursday WOMENS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
Classes will be held at the Community Center.
Open to post high school age women. Two leagues — Recreational —
POTTERY — Begins September 18. Olympic. Team entry fees will be determined after the first captains
meeting. This meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 25.
Captains and girls looking for a team to play with should meet at 8:00
The class deals with hand and wheel building methods of creating pot P.M.at North View Junior High.
tery. The instructor works with each student on his respective level.
The lab is available to students at additional time outside of regular MENS BASKETBALL LEAGUE
scheduled hours including weekends. Students furnish their own sup-
plies from a list given at the first session. Registration fee includes
instruction, firing, glazes and lab use. Cost $18.00 - 10 weeks. For men past high school age. Teams or individuals accepted. In-
Minimum 11 — Maximum 15. Instructor, Mr. Tebbutt. formal practice can be conducted at North View Junior High School.
Tuesdays 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. Community Center Two leaques. Games will begin the week of November 20. One league
will play on Mondays at North View Junior High and the other league
BALLROOM I — Begins September 19. will play on Wednesdays at Brooklyn Center High School. Acaptains
meeting will be held on Monday, October 15th at the Community
Center at 7:30 P.M.
For couples only. Dancing is a skill that can be learned. Don't sit on
the side lines and watch others enjoy themselves. Learn the waltz,fox- WOMENS "FUN" VOLLEYBALL ---B€Ots
trot, swing, rumba, cha cha, polka and schottische. 8 sessions$18.00
per couple. Minimum 10 couples. Instructor,Mr. Eck. OCtOe `2.
Wednesday 8:00—9:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center High School
A night of fun type volleyball for women (post high school age). Bring
SOCIAL RECREATION FOR YOUNG RETARD— a friend or come alone. An enjoyable time plus good exercise. No
ED ADULTS — Begins September 28. charge.
Tuesday 8:00 10:00 P.M. Earle Brown School
The program is designed to develop and enhance leisure skills of young Tuesday 8:00 - 10:00 P.M. Evergreen Park School
retarded adults 14 -- 25 years old. Games, crafts, and community
oriented special events and trips will give the participant opportunities
to practice social skills with each other and in other elements in the BEGINNING BRIDGE — Begins September 24.
community. The program is in cooperation with Crystal Park and
Recreation and organizations that have donated funds: Brooklyn
Center Womens Club, Liens and Jaycees. 10 weeks — $5.00. Students of beginning bridge will learn basic bidding and play pro-
cedures. Come by yourself-or come with a friend. This is a beginners
Friday 7:00 — 9:00 P.M. Northport School class meant to prepare you for friendly neighborhood bridge groups.
8 sessions $6.50. Minimum 8 — Maximum 12.
Mondays 7:30 — 9:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center High School
$WIMNASTICS — Begins week of September 17.\ JUDO — Begins September 17.
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Water exercise for better health plus a trim figure. You do not have to For Men and Women who are interested in learning the basic skills or
be a swimmer to take part in the newest concept in the field of physi- more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood,4th Degree Blackbelt,
cal fitness and exercise. 10 sessions—$6.00. One Hour. — provides complete instruction. In addition, interested students may
Class A Tuesday 10:00 A.M. Community Center _ join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is Nationally Sanctioned.
Class B Tuesday 11:00 A.M. Community Center 10 sessions — $8.00.
Class C Thursday 10:00 A.M. Community Center Mondays Mens Beginners 6:30 to 7:30 P.M.
Class D Thursday 11:00 A.M. Community Center Mondays Mens Advanced 7:30 to 9:00 P.M.
Class E Thursday 8:45 P.M. North View Jr. High — Wednesdays Womens Beginners 6:30 to 7:30 P.M.
Instructor,Mrs. Lubrecht. Wednesdays Worriers Advanced 7:30 to 9:00 P.M.
All sessions held at North View Wrestling Room.
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A "fun" night out combining exercise and volleyball. For women high S E N 10 R C I T I Z E N S
school age and up. 10 sessions—$5.00. Maximum 35.
Monday 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. Evergreen Park School Senior Citizens 62 years and over, who are residents of Brooklyn
Instructor,Mrs. Lubrecht.
Center may enjoy all activity classes found in this brochure at%the re-
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- TRIM AND SWIM — Begins September 18. gistrati°"fee.
Swimming Pool Memberships are given to Brooklyn Center residents
Don't wait until spring to get into shape! Start now with trimnastics 62 years and over. Application may be made at the Community
with Mrs. Lubrecht in Social Hall followed by free Swim. Center desk. Membership entitles the member to use the swimming
10 sessions — $8.00 (includes swimming). Minimum 10. pool, exercise room and Sauna during recreational or "open" periods.
Tuesdays
Class A 8:00
Tuesdays
Community Center Social Hall Wednesday is Senior Citizens day at the Community Center,enjoy the
Class B 9:00 P.M. Community Center Social Hall game room, pool and ping pong tables. Participate in Swimnastics
PHOTOGRAPHY — Begins October 25. (contact North Hennepin Junior College 4254541, to register) and
g Leisure Time.
For the beginner - -this class will teach the very basics of photography
including the use of the dark room. 6 sessions—$8.00. Limited to 10 LEISURE TIME
students.
Thursday 8:00— 10:00 P.M. Community Center
Leisure time has been planned especially for seniors every Wednesday
SQUARE DANCING — Begins September 17. from 12 noon to 3:00 P.M. *An organized program begins at noon.
1 Bring a bag lunch (unless a special program has been planned such as a
'Fid• trip or potluck) Coffee and dessert will be_served followed by a differ-
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Square Dancing will be held at Orchard Lane School on the 2nd and ent program every week. ;i%.i� (,); (, d f_ << >_r•.. '
4th Saturdays of every month from 8:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M. Your *Drop—in— You and your friends are welcome to drop-in for a
caller will be Mike Driscoll. Lessons are held on Monday nights at morning swim and use the ping pong and pool tables. Checkers,chess
Orchard Lane School from 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. Cost $V@.00 per and bocci ball are available for check out also. Leisure Time is co-
couple. sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department{:-
CEAP tion. *Transportation —
GUITAR — Begins September 17. If you do not have a ride to Leisure Time you may call the CEAP
office 566-2327 and they will try to arrange one for you.
Students must furnish their own guitar. 8 sessions — $6.00.
Minimum 8 — Maximum 12. Instructor, Mr. Andersen. BROOKLYN TWINS SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
Monday 8:30-9:15 P.M. Beginners Evergreen School
Monday 7:45-8:30 P.M. Intermediate Evergreen School A United Fund Program. This club is an active organization of
Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park residents 60 years of age and
MENS GYM NIGHT — Begins September 17. over who believe in doing things and going places! Activities include
socials, card parties, picnics, pot lucks, trips and tours, and programs
For men post high school age. Open gym for jogging,informal basket- of special interest.
ball, volleyball, etc. Activity fee is 25c per person. NO organized *Meetings and activities are held at Earle Brown School the list and
teams please. 3rd Fridays of every month. For further information call Mrs.
•PJFortday' - 7:00-to 1flr00 BIW: ., 44efth,_;Ufew,=dr,: High l4hrn a Wentz at 544-1173. Join your friends and neighbors in these club
activities. Newcomers are always welcome. September 7th will be the
Thursday 8:30 to 10:00 P.M. Earle Brown Elementary first meeting of the season. Meeting, election of Officers, get
Saturday 3:30 to 6:00 P.M. North View Jr. High acquainted, table games and refreshments. 7:00 — 10:00 P.M. at
Earle Brown School.
MIXED VOLLEYBALL — 8"ifWo ►:.4-
CAMPUS INVASION
d Open to all post high school age men and women. Choose sides and
° play fun low key volleyball. A night out for Mom and Dad. Activity NortTr--Idennepin Junior College — September 19th, 1:00 — 4:00 P.M.
fee 30c per person. Seniors will have the opportunity to register for college classes and
Wednesday 7:30 to 10:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center High School meet the instructors. Coffee and cookies will be served. The day will
feature a guest speaker, Catherine Saline from the Governors Council
on Aging. Seniors will have the opportunity to be tested at the Heart-
mobile, glacoma, diabetic, hearing and blood pressure screenings. Bus
tvansportation will be furnished, contact 'lydath Wentz 544-1173.
SPECIAL INTERESTS
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BROOKLYN CENTER JUDO CLUB — JUNIOR &
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weigh in will be held in the morning with competition starting at noon.
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BROOKLYN CENTER WOMENS CLUB
For all women over 21 years old. Meetings and programs are conduct-
ed the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 P.M.* Special outings are °64
planned every fourth Tuesday of the month. Nominal annual dues. F
Women interested in joining the club may call Kathy Desteian at 561- ° r r r r r ri�'�bvj
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5448 or Darlene Olson 561-1510 for further information.
*September 25- Fall Salad Luncheon -- 12 Noon K x y
Join our members for their tasty annual Salad Luncheon. 50c per tis
person. Child care is available for 50c per child for the afternoon.
*October 9th -Meeting&"Merry Making"
Join us for a fun program on Christmas Crafts and goodies present-
ed by Minnegasco. Learn how to make such things as an ornament
or wine rack and some very.interesting festive foods! Child care
available - 50c per child for the afternoon.
*October 23 - Browsing Shopping Tour & Lunch
For detailed information regarding time, cost and stores we will
visit. call 561-5448, Ext. 73.
hour in length. There are 10 lessons. Cost - $1¢.00.
Tuesda,,s - Community Center Pool
7:30 P.M. Meets for 10 weeks.
Monday & Wednesday - Community Center Pool
9:00 A.M. (Classes meet twice a week for 5 weeks.)
i *HANDICAPPED (mentally and physically)
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There are 10 lessons % hour in length. Cost $5-90.
ISaturday - Community Center Pool
11:30 A.M.
SENIOR LIFE SAVING (must be 15 years of age, able to
} / swim 440 yards, front crawl or breast stroke). These lessons will be
\' 1% hours in length, 10 lessons. Cost $14.00.
{ % Wednesday - North View Jr. High
8:00 - 9:30 P.M.
JUNIOR LIFE SAVING (must be 11 years of age, able to
swim 440 yards, front crawl or breast stroke). There are 10 lessons 1%
hours in length. Cost$1$.00.
r.. y Saturday -Community Center Pool
11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
DIVING — BEGINNING ^<
There are 10 lessons% hour in length. Cost -$5,1W.
Saturdays-Community Center Pool
LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS 9:00&9:30 A.M.
SYNCHRONIZED SWIM
All lessons start the week of September 17. 'Lessons are for beginner, There are 10 lessons 1-hqU4-iwtehigth. Cost -$10.00.
intermediate,or advanced swimmers. Saturday -.Com'rnunity Center Pool
12:00"Noon - 1:00 P.M. o
*CHILDREN II years of age and up) PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS are available at $8W per hour.
C For further information call the Community Center.
These lessons are % hour in length. There are 10 lessons. Cost S5:Di5. Registration for Learn To Swim Lessons will take place on
Monday - North View Junior High Saturday, September 8 at the Community Center beginning
6:00 - 6:30 - 7:00 - 7:30 P.M,.
at 9:00 A.M. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.
Wednesday -- North Vie,v :,nior High Mail or phone registrations will not be accepted.
6:00 - 6:30 - 7:00 - -1:30PM.
Thursday - Community Cent r Pool
6:C0 — 6:30 — 7:00 — 7:30 .M. RECREATIONAL SWIM SCHEDULE
Sz.urday --Community Cen'ar Pool
9:00— 9:30— 10:00— 10-30-- 11:00 A.M. COMMUNITY CENTER
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*PARENT & TOT (2 to 6 years or age) Wootvvrtftt r1>?thrtr Sgpc¢tttCS�r 16)
Monda/s 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M.
These lessons are '13 hour in length. There are 10 lessons. One of the Tuesdays 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
parents must accompany the A into the water, if possible it should 9:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. Adults Only
be the same parent each tune. st$5.0( . .O CWednesdays 9:00 A.M. -- 11:00 P.M.
Monday &Wednesday-- (,)mmunity Center Pool Thursdays 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
10:00& 10:30 A.M. 9:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. Adults Only
Tuesday& Thursday- Community Center Pool Fridays 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M.
9:00&9:30 A.M. Saturdays 1:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.
(Classes meet twice a week for five weeks) Sundays 1:00 P.M. -- 9:00 P.M.
Tuesday -Community Center Pool 'School aged children not allowed during school hours.
6:00--6:30- 7:00-x7:30 P.M.X {,
NORTH VIEWJUNIOR HIGH
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Thursdays 6:30 P.M.and 7:30 P.M.
These lessons are 1 hour in length and there are 10 lessons. Cost Fridays 6:30 P.M.and 7:30 P.M.
$1,.00. Saturdays 1:00 P.M. and 2:00 P.M.
Tuesday &Thursdays-Community Center Poul Cost for North View Junior High -30c per hour.
10:00 A.M. (This class meets twice a week for 5 weeks.) 1
Monday - North View Junior High The North View Pool is available for rental ($12.00 per hour on
8:00 P.M. Tuesdays at 6:30 and 7:30 P.M., on Saturdays after 4:00 P.M.,and on
Thursday - Community Center Pool Sundays from 1:00 P.M.on.
7:30 P.M.
BROOKLYN CENTER A. A. U. SWIM CLUB
SUPER CHICKEN LESSONS
Anyone 6 years or older, interested in competitive swimming,or diving
For those people who have a very real fear of the water. Here is your should contact the Brooklyn Center Community Center for further
opportunity to overcome that fear and learn to swim. These are 1 details about the swim club.
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1. All registration must be made at the Park and Recreation 4. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at
office in the Community Center beginning at 2:00 P.M. the activity location.
Saturday, September 8 (swim registration is separate — see
swim schedule. —Registrations made by mail will not be 5. Request for refunds must be received at least 24 hours
accepted before September 11 (use blank at bottom of before the second class session, however, there will be a
page). No phone registrations will be accepted. $1.00 service charge on any refund.
2. The Park and Recreation office in the Community Center 6. Members who register for an activity where capacity enroll-
is open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 A.M. — 11:00 ment has already been reached . . . will go on a waiting list.
P.M. and on Sunday from 1:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M. Additional classes may be formed if there are sufficient
requests and if space and competent instruction is available.
3. Where classes are limited, registration will be on the first
come — first serve basis. Persons are not considered regis- 7. Senior Citizens, 62 years and over, who are residents of
tered until the fee has been paid. The Park and Recreation Brooklyn Center may enjoy all activity classes at 1/2 the
Department reserves the right to cancel classes or activities registration fee.
when an insufficient number of people sign up.
8. Check schedule for beginning date for each class.
*SPECIAL HOURS
Week of September 10 — 16 Swim Registration for Learn to Swim Lessons which are to
be conducted at the Community Center Pool and North
Monday through Friday, September 10 — 14, View Junior High will be held Saturday, September 8 start-
9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. ing at 9:00 A.M. at the COMMUNITY CENTER. Mail
Saturday, September 15, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. registrations will not be accepted for Learn to Swim Lessons.
Sunday, September 16, CLOSED.
Regular hours resume Monday, September 17.
* MAIL REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS
BROOKLYN CENTER
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
561-5448
REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY
(WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE SEPTEMBER 12)
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