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Brooklyn Center Awarded Federal Funding for
City Hall
Administration 569 -3300 Bass Lake Road Improvements
Building /Community Stds 569 -3330
Inspection Scheduling 569 -3344
Code Enforcement 503 - 3173 The City of Brooklyn Center is the recipient of $2 million in federal stimulus funds for the
Business & Development 569 -3330 Bass Lake Road (County Road 10) Streetscape and Regional Trail Project, announced by the
Assessing 569 -3310 Metropolitan Council in June 2009. Extending along Bass Lake Road from Brooklyn
Engineering 569 -3340 Boulevard to Highway 100, this project will consist of many design aspects including:
Road Construction 569 -3342
Finance 569 -3324
Utility Billing 569 -3390 • Regional Trail Connection. A missing segment of the regional trail system will be
Community Center 569 -3400 constructed, providing a central connection to existing regional trails.
Activity Weather Line 569 -3442 ♦ Pedestrian Safety. Design elements will encourage safe pedestrian routes and
Earle Brown street crossings.
Heritage Center 569 -6300 * Water Quality. Biofiltration systems will enable treatment of roadway runoff that
Centerbrook Golf 561 -3239
Fire 503 -3169 may be contaminated with chloride from de -icing efforts before it discharges into
Police (General Info) 569 - 3333 Shingle Creek.
Emergencies & Officer 911 ♦ Streetscaping. Multi- function aesthetic features will promote safety and beauty,
Assista including landscaping, g p� g, pedestrian plaza and benches, lighting and colored
concrete. The look will be coordinated with Xerxes Avenue Streetscaping to
provide a consistent feel to the area.
"Project readiness" was a factor in the project being approved, as well as economic
development impact. Brooklyn Center has been proactive in maintaining the infrastructure
for local businesses and residents. According to Steve Lillehaug, City Engineer and Public
Works Director, "Large capital improvement projects are often about timing and funding.
• • With this project, the City will not only improve the safety and aesthetics of this area, but
will also be better prepared to meet the needs of future development in this attractive
business location."
The Bass Lake Road Streetscape and Regional Trail project is multi - jurisdictional, involving
the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Hennepin County, Three Rivers Park District
and Brooklyn Center. The project will employ the services of S.E.H. Engineering, Evergreen
• • • Land Services Company, Ruppert Appraisal & Consultation, and Kennedy & Graven (City
Attorney). The project is tentatively scheduled to begin at the end of 2009 or early 2010.
• Other projects awarded to the Minnesota Department of Transportation will also benefit
• residents, businesses and visitors in Brooklyn Center, specifically the Mainline and Ramp
Concrete Rehabilitation at Highway 252 at 1 -94 and bus shoulder rehab on Highway 252
• from 1 -694 to Highway 610. �+
For more information about City projects, please contact the City's Engineering Division at
(763) 569.3340 or visit the City website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Other regional
• and statewide projects can be found on the Metropolitan Council website at
www.metrocouncil.or�
Money Tips for Tough Financial Times
With the economy still struggling, so are many Minnesotans. People are looking for ways to make their dollar go further or for
information about agencies or services to help. The city receives a variety of questions from residents about housing, foreclosures,
health, human services and money matters. Some resources to help you find reliable information is provided in this newsletter.
Your Money
MyMoney.gov is a U.S. government website dedicated to
teaching Americans about basic financial issues. Designed to
be a one -stop shop, it includes financial information from 20 mwm"ne
federal agencies. Resources on www.MyMoney.gov provide
information to help you more wisely buy a home, balance
your checkbook, or invest your money. Topics include
budgeting and taxes; credit; financial planning; home
ownership resources; kids; paying for education; privacy,
frauds and scams; responding to life events; retirement
planning; saving and investing; and starting a small business. Your Housing
A "My Money" toolkit can be viewed online or you may call
1- 888 - MYMONEY to order a free copy. It is important to promptly seek assistance if you are having
problems with mortgage payments, utility bills or home
Another website that contains a variety of information to help maintenance because more options will be available to
families survive these tough economic times is Families in address the issue. The following housing resources will help
Tough Times at www .extension.umn.edu /ToughTimes you make better choices.
It was developed by the University of Minnesota Extension
Center for Family Development. Foreclosure Information
Foreclosure prevention workshops and counseling services are
Your Credit. available. For more information, contact the Community
Do You Know What's On Your Credit Report? Get One Free Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin County (CAPSH) at
Each Year. Federal law allows you to order one free copy of (952) 933 -9639 or www.capsh.org or the Minnesota Home
your report from each of the nationwide consumer reporting Ownership Center at (651) 659 -9336 or www.hocmn.org
companies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) every 12
months. Tenants may contact HomeLine for tenant information &
advice- Call (612) 728 -5767 or visit www.homeline.org
The Federal Trade Commission enforces the Fair Credit
Reporting Act with respect to consumer reporting companies. For more info, please see the Foreclosure Brochure on the City
A credit report includes information on where you live, how website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
you pay your bills, and whether you've been sued or arrested,
or have filed for bankruptcy. Nationwide consumer reporting Property Tax Payments & Info
companies sell the information in your report to creditors, Hennepin County Tax Information- Call (612) 348 -3011 or visit
insurers, employers, and other businesses that use it to www.hennepin.us.
evaluate your applications for credit, insurance, employment,
or renting a home. Section 8 Rent Assistance
Housing- Metro Council HRA- Call (651) 602 -1428 or visit
The only official site you can order your free annual report www.metrocouncil . org
from all three credit companies can be accessed by:
==> Visiting the website w Emergency Energy Assistance /Utility Payment
=> Calling 1- 877 - 322 -8228 • CAPSH— visit www.capsli.org /energyassistance or call
=> Or filling out the Request Form and mailing it to: Annual (952) 930 -3541
Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105281, Atlanta,
GA 30348 -5281. The form and more information is • MN Dept of Commerce Office of Energy Security— visit
available at www.ftc.gov /credit www.energy.mn.goy or call (651) 296 -5175
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Energy Efficiency Save Money on Prescription Drugs
Learn ways you can reduce your utility costs and improve the The City Council approved a program to make free
comfort of your home through the following resources. Prescription Discount Cards available to residents. The
program is sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC)
• Energy efficient bulbs, appliance rebates, and other and administered by CVS Caremark. The discount cards
energy saving information can be found on the Xcel offer average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of
Energy website at www.xcelenergy.com click on commonly prescribed drugs and are accepted at 59,000
"Residential ", then "Save Energy and Money ". participating retail pharmacies across the country.
• Request an Energy Audit of your home for $25 through
CenterPoint Energy and receive $25 of weatherization The cards can be used any time prescriptions are not
materials. Call (612) 321 -5011 or visit covered by insurance. Residents and family members can
CenterPointEnergy .com /energyaudit use the cards regardless of age, income level, or existing
• Replace your showerhead with one free low -flow health coverage. Discount cards are easy to use —just show
showerhead through CenterPoint Energy at the card to the participating pharmacies when purchasing
www.centerpointenergy .com /saveenergy medications.
• Check for Rebates for replacement of high efficiency Cards are available at Brooklyn Center City Hall and
heating and water systems through CenterPoint Energy at Community Center. For assistance with the program,
CenterPointEnergy.com /rebates residents can call toll -free 1- 888 - 620 -1749 or visit
• For information about possible tax credits for energy www.caremark.com /nlc . For more information, please visit
efficient appliances, siding, insulation, roofs, windows/ the city's website at www.citvofbrookIVncenter.org
doors, and alternative energy visit:
- Energy Star Website at www.energVstar.gov or Emergency & Crisis Services
- Minnesota Office of Energy Security at In cases of immediate emergencies, call 911.
www.energy.mn.gov For information about crisis and urgent matters:
Before hiring a contractor, you can check their service record • United Way— Crisis, Counseling, Help- Call 211
at the Minnesota Better Business Bureau at Calling from Cell Phone (651) 291 -0211
www.minnesota.bbb.org or call (651) 699 -1111. • CEAP (Community Emergency Assistance Program)
Visit www.ceap.com or call (763) 566 -9600.
Your Health & Well -Being
Remember to take care of your physical and mental well -
being during these times of economic stress. Here are some Random Acts of Kin
budget-friendly ways to help kee
g y y p p yourself in good shape. Nominations
• Make time for social time and fun with friends and family. Do you know someone whose compassionate deed has
Positive relationships are good support systems. s made Brooklyn Center a great place to live and work?
• Exercise — take a walk or bike through your neighborhood The City Council wants to hear these storie
or city trails, or visit a park.
To nominate someone who has performed an act of
• Attend Holly Sunday and other city recreation events. kindness in the past year, you may send a card or letter,
Many events are free, while others are low cost. drawings or photographs of people performing kind acts,
• Join the Brooklyn Center Community Center, which offers or use the City's nomination form which can be found on
inexpensive memberships (no initiation fees, no long the City's website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
term contracts).
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SI P %ase submit your Random Acts of Kindness
• Sign up and participate in various Community Center /t om no ations by October 2, 2009. The City Council will
sports, arts, senior, exercise and water classes. Prices are
re ognize_&p Acts of Kindness nominees at an
reasonable and friends and family from other cities can Octob , and present each recipient with a
also participate. Please see the Recreation Brochure on ificate cknowledging their kind act.
page 13 for more information.
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Attract Homeowne
In the first four months since the ReNew properties. Most homeowners are The funds for these programs are
Home Purchase Program was rolled out, choosing the ReNew Loan, forgivable generated from a special Tax Increment
almost forty percent of the available after a five -year residency. Finance (TIF) District that can only be
funding has been reserved— twenty used for certain housing activities.
homes already being occupied by new Overall, the housing market in Brooklyn Please refer extraordinary everyday
residents. The program is designed to Center has improved. Homes sales have people to the City's website at
increased significantly, with many
attract responsible, informed www.citVofbrooklyncenter.org/
people choosing to make Brooklyn
homeowners and promote re- occupancy ReNewHomePrograms for more
of mortgage foreclosed, vacant Center their home. information.
NWHHSC Receives Best Catholic Heart Shines Again
Practices Award _ Summer time for the Senior
On May 20, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Community Services H.O.M.E.
(NWHHSC) staff and their Communities Empowering Youth $� R' (Household and Outside Maintenance
Nonprofit Capacity Building Program grant partners accepted for Elderly) program brings warm
a 2009 Best Practice award from the Governor's Office on weather and the warm glow of
Faith and Community Service Initiatives. The Communities Catholic Heart. An enthusiastic group
Empowering Youth grant provides funding so partners can of teens and adults travel to
expand their ability to support youth. Grant partners include Minnesota from all over the country to offer their time and
the City of Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation skills to area seniors who need help at their homes.
and Services; the Centaur Foundation; Center of Hope and This year two households from H.O.M.E. received their
Compassion; and FastForward Education. For more assistance. These two groups worked more than 364 hours in
information about community programs, please visit their a 4 -day period. Awesome! We appreciate the work and
website at www.nwhhsc.org dedication of Catholic Heart volunteers in helping seniors stay
Pictured (from left to right): Lee Buckley (Governor's Office), in their home and keeping our community looking nice.
Jessica Jerney (NWHHSC), Susan Blood (NWHHSC), Myrna H.O.M.E. hires independent contractors to help seniors age 60
Kauth (NWHHSC), George Larson (Centaur Foundation), and above with small repairs, interior and exterior painting,
Michael Elliott (FastForward Education), Pastor G.A. Foster mowing, snow removal, and homemaking. Raking and
(Center of Hope and Compassion), Jim Glasoe (Brooklyn window washing are usually done by volunteers if
Center CARS) and Julie Ha Truong (NWHHSC). available. H.O.M.E. does ask clients to contribute to the cost
of their services based on a sliding contribution scale. If
volunteers are used, there is no charge for service. For more
information, please call H.O.M.E. North at (763) 750 -4311.
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Center resident r
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Wellhead Protection— Keeping Contamination Out of the Groundwater
What is wellhead protection? Department of Health as the lead agency Sealing Unused Wells
Wellhead protection is a program to for wellhead protection. Unused or "abandoned"
protect public water supply by preventing wells must be sealed
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contaminants from entering public supply What is the City doing to protect according to Minnesota
wells. The area surrounding the public groundwater? State Law. Sealing is the
wells is called the wellhead, which The City of Brooklyn Center has developed process of filling the well
contributes water to the well or well field a Wellhead Protection Plan, which was with a special grout. Well sealing work
over time. approved by the Minnesota Department of must be completed by a well contractor
Health. The plan focuses on preventing licensed by the State of Minnesota.
The wellhead protection area is contamination through the following
determined by using technical criteria, actions: Unused wells can become a direct
such as the physical characteristics of the "pipeline" for contamination into the
aquifer and the effects which pumping has • Determining where the drinking water groundwater system. Although most wells
on the rate and direction of groundwater comes from, how vulnerable it is to in Brooklyn Center are four inches or
movement. potential contamination, and smaller in diameter, larger- diameter wells
establishing the wellhead protection can also pose a safety hazard for children
Why is protecting groundwater zones, which was completed in Phase I
and animals who may fall into them.
important? of the plan in 2005. Phase II is the
Groundwater may be contaminated by ongoing initiative focused on protecting B Minnesota State law, a well must:
surface contaminants such as the wellhead area.
• Complying with state and federal • Be in use and operating properly, or
in
microorganisms and chemicals. Although p y g • Have a Maintenance Permit from the
the City of Brooklyn Center wells are 300 requirements.
feet deep, contamination of ground water
• Educating residents and businesses MDH if it will be used in the future
*The well must meet sanitary
could eventually affect the water quality. about our water supply and
management of hazardous materials. requirements and an annual fee is
Because we use it for drinking water, if it is required, or
contaminated we would need to find • Monitoring drinking water and routinely
alternative sources for drinking. Cleaning
testing for contaminants. • Be properly sealed.
up the groundwater is very expensive and • Watching for illegal activities that may
inefficient. Therefore, it is better to pose a significant hazard to
prevent the pollution in the first place! groundwater.
The complete "Drinking Water Quality
• Monitoring environmental
Report- Consumer Confidence Report" can
Why is wellhead protection required investigations cleanups and
be viewed on the city's web site at
and who administers it? construction activities to minimize
impact to groundwater www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org and is
.
The 1986 Amendments of the Federal Safe available in the Engineering Department at
Drinking Water Act requires states to Everyone City Hall.
implement drinking water protection shares the
programs for public water wells. The responsibility
Minnesota Groundwater Protection Act of of keeping
1989 designated the Minnesota groundwater For More Information, Please Contact:
clean! Brooklyn Center Public Utilities Division
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Sign Up for
g w, eCrimeWatch — Calling 911 —
Another great way to arm yourself Not Just for Emergencies
with important crime prevention Calling 911 is not just for emergencies. In
information i to sign u for periodic s p p Non-Emergency
g n Center 911 is also for
Brooklyn
I Crime Prevention Specialist p emails from the Police Department. calls where a police officer's assistance is needed.
Becky Boie sends out the first 11 is more efficient since the caller's
Through eCitizen Message Center, , Calling 9 ,
eCitizen Message to yo u can re crime alerts , information is automatically programmed into
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Neighborhood Watch Captains. newsletters and more! I the system.
Some non - emergency situations where 911
To sign up for eCrimeWatch, follow these easy steps: should be called include dogs running loose,
♦ Visit www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. barking dogs, on- street parking violations, etc.
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♦ Go to the eCitizen Center
i s i Since the dispatch service for Brooklyn Center is
♦ Click on Message Center Qe�t�ZeN ceNter provided by Hennepin County, it is important that
♦ Sign in with your email address FAQs * Comments SeNce you provide accurate and complete information III ♦ Click the box next to eCrimeWatch r to the dispatcher when you call for assistance.
♦ Congratulations, you are signed up.
You can also sign up at the On- Street Parkin g Reminder
Police Department webpage under eCrimeWatch.
Parking on City streets is prohibited between the
hours of 2 AM and 6 AM. It is also illegal to park
on a City street for more than six consecutive
Why Join Neighborhood Watch? hours. Permits for parking variances are available
and can be obtained from the Police Department
at (763) 569 -3333.
Because it works! Neighborhood Watch is one of the
most effective ways to prevent and reduce crime, address home
and personal security, and reduce fear. If you don't already belong
to a watch group, start one now. Neighborhood Watch encourages
neighbors to know and watch out for each other. A good neighbor is Neighborhood Area Meetings
a highly effective crime prevention tool. Watch groups create a
sense of community and pride by becoming unified in their desire With two successful meetings completed,
to have a safe and healthy neighborhood. two Neighborhood Area Meetings remain
this summer.
Benefits of Neighborhood Watch: Attendees will learn about police programs
1. Reduces fear of crime.
and city initiatives, while mingling with their
2. Deters criminal activity.
3. Stimulates neighborhood awareness by people watching out neighbors. The meetings will be held from
for each other. 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. as follows:
4. Reduces the risk of becoming a crime victim.
5. Receives information from the Brooklyn Center Police August 20, 2009 Kylawn Park
Department on criminal activity in or near their September 15, 2009 Firehouse Park
neighborhood so residents can take precautions and be the
eyes and ears for law enforcement.
More information is available on the City's
How Can I Start a Neighborhood Watch.
website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org If
If you are interested in finding out more information or want to you have questions, please contact Crime
start a Neighborhood Watch in your area, contact Crime Prevention Prevention Specialist Becky Boie at
Specialist Becky Boie at (763) 503 -3272. (763) 503 -3272.
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Prosecuting Violators of Unlicensed Rental Properties Pays Off
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success in the occupied properties notifying them of fines and penalties totaled $54,918
prosecution of unlicensed residential the rental dwelling license requirements. (prosecution fines of $25,718 and rental
rental properties is achieving results in So far in 2009, 128 information packets penalties payable to the City of $29,200).
many ways. In response to resident have been mailed. Depending on the For the first part of 2009, 21 formal
concerns, the city started aggressive findings, some of these properties may complaints have been filed with pending
proactive efforts to identify unlicensed not require a rental license. License dispositions. The rental property owner
rental properties and hold property requirements include filing an is required to obtain a rental dwelling
owners accountable. According to City application, paying the required fee, license and maintain the property in
Clerk, Sharon Knutson, "The City is keeping current on utility payments and compliance with City Codes.
receiving fewer neighbor complaints and property taxes, completing the
seeing better compliance." The licensing inspection process, and maintaining the If you are renting out a residential
and inspection process is an important property in compliance with City Codes. property without a City rental license, do
mechanism to educate rental owners not delay in contacting the City and
about community standards and have In cases where rental property owners bringing your property into compliance
contact information available when do not obtain a rental license from the with City Codes. If you suspect a
property is being rented without a
there are concerns. City, they are summoned to Hennepin license, please contact the Deputy City
County Criminal Court for unlawfully Clerk at (763) 569 -3308. You may also
As part of proactive efforts to identify renting property without a license. City visit the City's website at
unlicensed rental properties, in 2008 the staff and the Prosecutor's Office have www.citvofbrooklyncenter.org to check
City mailed 279 letters and license been successful in gaining compliance. the list of licensed rental properties.
applications to owners of non -owner With 79 formal complaints filed in 2008,
Collaborative Efforts Reduce Crime in Brooklyn Center -`
By Scott Bechthold, Chief of Police y
Crime continues to decline in Brooklyn immediate response plan is prepared and increase the
Center, and has been for the last 18 deployed. involvement of our
months. At the end of the 2 nd quarter residents.
2009, Part One violent crimes (homicide, Collaboration is a key component. Currently, we have
rape, aggravated assault, and robbery) in Collaborative efforts with residents and more neighborhood ' f
Brooklyn Center were down 8.8% from businesses in our community, and other watch groups than
agencies show the importance of working ever in the history of
the same period in 2008, and down 17% together to successfully reduce crime. the city with 199 groups. This is the
from the same period in 2007. Part One The police department has continued to perfect complement with the strategy of
property crimes (burglary, larceny, and build stronger relationships with everyone working together to stop crime,
auto theft) are down 14% over 2008, and Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, all as the police will never be able to succeed
down 8.5% over 2007. neighboring police agencies, County without the residents being involved. In
Prosecutors, and County Probation. A future articles, I will share real life
Many strategies have contributed to this meeting is held twice a month with all the examples to underscore this point, and
continued decline in crime. The greatest different agencies to discuss suspects how it demonstrates the police -
impact on crime reduction is high visibility responsible for emerging crime trends , community collaboration is paying off
uniformed patrol in areas identified as opening lines of communication. By toward the common goal of reducing
"hot spots ". With the advancement in sharing information and resources, the crime, the fear of crime and improving
crime mapping and analysis, the Brooklyn police department has more effectively the quality of life in the City of Brooklyn
Center Police Department is able to and efficiently found ways to reduce Center.
better identify areas that are crime.
experiencing crime trends and respond We are striving to have an active
quickly as they emerge. By working with It is important to keep in mind that crime Neighborhood Watch group in every
our own talented staff, other law is not a police problem alone, it is a neighborhood. Together we will continue
enforcement agencies, residents, and community issue. For that reason, the to reduce crime and keep Brooklyn
businesses in the identified areas, an police department has made it a goal to Center a safe place to live and work.
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s The Forgotten Recyclables
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newspaper, cans and bottles, �}1
but what about the forgotten
.. recyclables? They are e
everywhere. Almost � -!!
Fall Special Material Drop -off Day everything we buy was
shipped or packaged in
them, but they rarely get a
Saturday October 10 , 2009 second chance to be used
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. through recycling.
0 &M Facility at Brooklyn Park
8300 Noble Avenue North What are they? ... Cardboard and Boxboard. They love
Phone: (763) 493 -8007 second chances to be used, so grab those cereal, tissue
and toothpaste boxes; crush the big boxes from diapers,
No Charge shoes, or deliveries; and put them in your curbside
Electronics such as T.V., VCR, DVD /MP3 Player, Stereos, recycling cart.
Printer, Computer, Monitor, Cell Phone, etc. Antifreeze,
Motor Oil & Oil Filters, Household and Vehicle Batteries, and Not enough room in your recycling cart?
Scrap Metal (remove non -metal parts) Call (763) 493 -8007 for a larger cart or break down, tie or
tape boxes together and set as many bundles as you have
Charge alongside your recycling cart on your day of collection.
Appliance ($10), Residential Air Conditioner ($15), Please make sure the bundles are no larger than 3 feet long
Car Tire ($1), Truck Tire ($2 to $15 based on size) by 3 feet wide by 6 inches thick. If you give the forgotten
ones a chance, we will get them back on the shelf.
Also On -Site: Vietnam Vets of America
Accepting Working Items At No Charge
Clothing, Shoes, Jewelry, Holiday Decorations & Artificial
Trees, Cooking Utensils, Small Appliance, Dishware, Books,
Nat. Geographic Magazine, Towels, Bedding, Sewing, Office
Equipment & Supplies, Camping, Eyeglasses, Computer Fall Yard
f ware Electronics, Sot Iron &Board, Games, Home Cleanu
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Decoration, Luggage, Musical Instrument, Telephone, and & Yard Waste
Tools
Items Not Accepted by Vets Disposal
Furniture, Carpet, Mattresses, Garbage, Wheelchair, Hospital _
Bed, Walker, Child Car Seat, Crib, Stroller, High Chair, Baby
Walker, Glass Windows, Commercial or Gas Air Conditioners With Fall around the corner, leaves, grass clippings, brush,
or Refrigerators, Window Treatments, Piano, Bathtub, Sink, and tree branches up to 10 inches in diameter may be taken
Vanities, Paint, Chemicals, Auto Parts, Car -top Carrier, and to the Maple Grove Yard Waste Site. This service is free to
Construction Debris residents. The site is open until November 30, 2009.
Hours are Monday- Saturday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday
* Note -Many usable household items can be disposed/ Noon to 7 p.m. The site is located at 14796 101st Ave. N.,
exchanged for free through an online bulletin board at Maple Grove. The information line is (763) 420 -4886.
www.twincitiesfreemarket.org
Rake for Lake's Sake
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Autumn will soon arrive with its cool crisp nights, bright
days, and falling leaves. Did you know that tree leaves are a
source of phosphorus, the nutrient that turns our lakes and
rivers green with algae?
City Forester Bill Vetter wrestles a tree while students
In natural settings, phosphorus in fallen leaves is recycled stand ready with shovels and dirt.
back into the soil. But in urban areas, where much of the
land is covered by pavement, tree leaves that fall or are Arbor Day Tree Event
raked into the street lose phosphorus into rainwater, which
is carried to lakes and rivers through storm sewers. Rain could not dampen the spirit of 5th grade students at
Earle Brown Elementary School on May 5. Twenty -seven
What many people do not realize is although they may live students and their teacher, Bill Vitali, helped city public
blocks away from a lake or river, the runoff from their yard works staff, Bill Vetter and Steve Lawrence, plant two
and street is taken there quite efficiently through the storm trees. In addition, each student planted tree seedlings.
sewer system. Keeping streets clean is key to keeping water
clean in cities. After planting of the trees, students enthusiastically tried
to stump Bill and Steve about tree planting and
maintenance topics. The event ended with a take home
Excessive algae growth looks bad, smells bad, and is no fun "word search" exercise. It was another great day for Tree
to swim or boat in. Steps residents can take to reduce the City USA— Brooklyn Center.
runoff of phosphorus that spurs algae growth are:
• Rake or sweep leaves from your street and storm
drains.
• Compost leaves and grass clippings on location or at
a community yard waste collection site — never k
dispose of in wetlands or water.•'a, ,
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• Keep the street clean of materials that contain Great Shingle
phosphorus such as fertilizer, grass clippings and Creek
eroded soil. - Watershed
Clean streets mean clean water!
Cleanup
Call City First if Sewer Backs -Up
A big Thank You to people who participated in the Great
The Public Utility Division will determine if the blockage Shingle Creek Watershed Clean -up in Brooklyn Center on
is in the City sewer line or your private sewer line. This
service is provided at no charge. April 25. Cleaning the land helps keep the rivers clean too.
The City of Brooklyn Center recognizes your commitment
Call Public Utilities at (763) 569 -3390 and proudly salutes you for making this community a
Monday through Friday better place to live, work or play in.
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
142 volunteers collected 113 bags of trash plus removed
After Hours, Weekends, Holidays- Call Police (911) and signs, a grill, a tire rim, a bike and plywood from the creek.
Public Utility personnel will be contacted In addition, six city parks were cleaned that day.
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According to an NFPA survey, only one in four Americans
rt1� ` have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape
Ve plan to ensure they could escape quickly and safely.
' Developing and Practicing Home Fire Drills
Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as
little as two minutes to escape safely. Your ability to get out
Fire Facts depends on advance warning from smoke alarms, and
advance planning —a home fire escape plan that everyone in
In 2007, U.S. fire departments responded to 399,000 home your family is familiar with and has practiced.
fires. These fires killed more than 3,400 people. Eighty -four
percent of all fire deaths resulted from home fires. In Basic Fire Escape Planning
addition to health and safety issues, the loss of personal Pull together everyone in your household and make a plan.
items and monetary costs are high. Walk through your home and inspect all possible exits and
Sixty -three percent of reported home fire deaths happened escape routes. Households with children should consider
drawing a floor plan of your home, marking two ways out of
in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke each room, including windows and doors. Also, mark the
alarms. About 1/3 of home fires and deaths happened in location of each smoke alarm. For easy planning, use an
winter months. escape plan grid. This is a great way to get children involved
The leading causes of fires include cooking, heating, in fire safety in a non - threatening way.
electrical and intentional fires. Although most fires start in • Make sure that you have at least one smoke alarm on
the kitchen, bedrooms and living /family rooms are the every level of your home, and in bedrooms and hallways.
leading areas of origin for home fire deaths. • Everyone in the household must understand the escape
plan. When you walk through your plan, check to make
Most Fires Could Be Prevented with the Followin g Tips: s: sure the escape routes are clear and doors and windows
can be opened easily.
Cooking. Keep cooking equipment clean of grease and
food debris, don't leave cooking unattended, and keep • Choose an outside meeting place (i.e. neighbor's house, a
combustibles away from heat sources.
light post, mailbox, or stop sign) a safe distance in front of
your home where everyone can meet after they've
Smoking. Smoking materials (i.e., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, escaped. Make sure to mark the location of the meeting
etc.) are the leading cause of fire deaths (roughly one in place on your escape plan.
four) in the United States, starting fires in upholstered
furniture and mattresses or bedding.
Heating. Space heaters are the main culprit of heating
appliance fires. Too often combustible items are too close
the space heater. Burn candles safely and while monitored.
Electrical. Faulty lighting fixtures, wiring switches or
outlets are a major cause of fires. Electrical cords and plugs
are often overused.
Smoke Alarms
Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms save lives
and protect against injury and loss due to fire. A large
number of deaths occur in homes without working smoke Although fire destroys two units and damages several
alarms. Check your alarms each month. others, no one was injured during this fire in June.
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Plan Your Escape cont...
• Go outside to the street to make sure your house number • If your home has two floors, every family member
is clearly visible from the road. If not, install house (including children) must be able to escape from the
numbers to ensure that emergency personnel can find second floor rooms. Escape ladders can be placed in or
your home. near windows to provide additional escape routes. Review
the manufacturer's instructions carefully so you'll be able
• Make sure everyone knows to call 911 in case of fire and to use a safety ladder in an emergency. Practice setting up
once safely outside. the ladder from a first floor window to make sure you can
• Assign someone to make sure any infants, older adults or do it correctly and quickly. Children should only practice
family members with mobility limitations are assisted in with a grown -up, and only from a first -story window.
the fire drill and in case of emergencies. Assign a backup Store the ladder near the window, in an easily accessible
person too, in case the designee is not home during the location. You don't want to have to search for it during a
emergency. fire.
• Make sure windows and doors are not blocked and can be • Always choose the escape route that is safest — the one
opened quickly in an emergency. Proper quick - release with the least amount of smoke and heat — but be
mechanisms won't compromise your security - but will prepared to escape through toxic smoke if necessary.
increase your chances of safely escaping a home fire. When you do your fire drill, everyone in the family should
practice crawling low on their hands and knees, one to
• Tell guests or visitors to your home about your family's two feet above the ground. By keeping your head low,
fire escape plan. When staying overnight at other people's you'll be able to breathe the "good" air that's closer to the
homes, ask about their escape plan. If they don't have a floor.
plan in place, offer to help them make one. This is
especially important when children are permitted to • It's important to practice crawling on your hands and
attend "sleepovers" at friends' homes. knees, not your bellies, as some poisons produced by
smoke are heavier than air and settle to the floor.
• Be fully prepared for a real fire: when a smoke alarm
sounds, get out immediately. Residents of high -rise and • Closing doors on your way out slows the spread of fire,
apartment buildings may be safer "defending in place." giving you more time to safely escape.
Once you're out, stay out! Under no circumstances should
you ever go back into a burning building. If someone is In some cases, smoke or fire may prevent you from exiting
missing, inform the fire department dispatcher when you call. your home or apartment building. To prepare for an
Firefighters have the skills and equipment to perform
emergency like this, practice "sealing yourself in for safety" as
rescues.
part of your home fire escape plan. Close all doors between
you and the fire. Use duct tape or towels to seal the door
Test Your Plan cracks and cover air vents to keep smoke from coming in. If
possible, open your windows at
Practice your home fire escape plan twice a year, making the the top and bottom so fresh air
drill as realistic as possible. can get in.
• Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice
before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping.
The objective is to practice, not to frighten, so telling A full -size grid to draw your fire $`
children there will be a drill before they go to bed can be escape plan can be found at
as effective as a surprise drill. www.nfpa.org /factsheets under L t _ +
Escape Planning, Create aHome - __ _•---
• It's important to determine during the drill whether Escape Plan.
children and others can readily waken to the sound of
the smoke alarm. If they fail to awaken, make sure that
someone is assigned to wake them up as part of the drill
and in a real emergency situation. For more information, please
Brooklyn Department . 503-3169.
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6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 City of Brooklyn Center will celebrate its
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 100 year birthday. The City Council has
e -mail: info @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us established a Centennial Celebration
City Hall (763) 569 -3300 Committee. It is the mission of the Centennial Celebration
Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307 Committee to collaboratively share and celebrate the past 100
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served year history of Brooklyn Center, and to inspire continued
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greatness and distinction for the second century.
Council Members for 2009
Mayor Tim Willson The City of Brooklyn Center is looking for a Brooklyn Center
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450 resident or a Brooklyn Center business owner or representative to
e -mail: mayorwillson @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us serve as Chair of the Centennial Celebration Committee. The
Councilmember Kay Lasman Chair presides over the meetings, ensures that the committee
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448 tasks are completed well and on time, ensures that the
e -mail: councilmemberlasman @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
committee members work together, and reports the Committee's
Councilmember Tim Roche progress to the City Council. Appointment to the position of Chair
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447 of the Centennial Celebration Committee will be made by the
e -mail: councilmemberroche @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us Mayor.
Councilmember Dan Ryan
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3445 For more information or an application packet, please visit City
e -mail: councilmemberryan @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, the City's web
Councilmember Mark Yelich site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org or call City Clerk Sharon
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3444 Knutson at (763) 569 -3306.
e -mail: councilmemberyelich @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
City Manager
Curt Boganey Celebrate Ethnicity
(763) 569 -3300
September is Hispanic Heritage Month
City Council Meetings Nearly 3% of Brooklyn Center's population reported as Hispanic
City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and 4th or Latino in Census 2000. In 1968 the first National Hispanic
Monday f the month at 7 .m.
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Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 p.m. before Council meetings recognizing the contributions of the many cultures within the
for persons who wish to address the City Council about issues not Hispanic community. The observance was expanded in 1988 to
scheduled on the agenda. a month -long celebration from September 15 until October 15.
City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following the German - American Day is October 6
Regular Session City Council meetings.
Celebrate and recognize the contributions of our citizens of
City Council meetings are broadcast live on cable Channel 16. German descent to the liberty prosperity and of our Nation and
Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 2:30 a.m. celebrate our close ties to the people of Germany. German
and 10:30 a.m. You may also watch City Council meetings on -line, on
demand at your convenience through a link on the City website. immigration started in the 17th century, with Germantown
established near Philadelphia in 1683.
Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300 or visit the
City's web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.orra November is National American Indian Heritage Month
1.5% of Brooklyn Center's population reported as American
We want to hear from you. Ifyou have important Indian and Alaska Native in Census 2000. During the month of
community news, an interesting story or ideas to November, we celebrate the rich cultural traditions and proud
share, please contact City Hall at (763) 569 -3300. ancestry of American Indians and Alaska Natives. We recognize
the vital contributions these groups have made to the strength
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Adult Activities ..................... 14 -18
Adult Sports .......................... 19
Community Tripsters ........... 20 -21
Boomers & Beyond .............. 21 -23
Youth Activities .................... 24 -25
Holly Sunday ........................ 26
Halloween Party —See Page 25. Community Bulletin Board.. 27 i
Class Locations ................... 27 I
Adaptive Recreation ............ 28
Aquatic Activities ................. 29 -31
Pool Special Events .............. 32
= (. Pool Hours & Rates............ 33
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1 General Information ............ 34
Registration Information..... 35
Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation & Services Department
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center MN 55430
763- 569 -3400 www.cityotbrooklyncenter.org
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0l1HE AQUA EXERCISE— SENIOR Qnhe AQUA EXERCISE —
ts This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women N DEEP WATER WORKOUT
62 years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age If you are looking for a different experience in water
requirement.) You do not need to be a swimmer or put your exercise, try this class! Using a floatation device, the instructor
face in the water. If you are registering for the first time, please combines aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and
furnish your doctor's name & number. Registration Fee water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! Class is
$43.25/15 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor LeVon. designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a
Day Begins Time Location Activity # lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming skills are not
Tues. Sept. 15 9:30 a.m. CC 12122 required but participants should be comfortable in deep water.
Floatation belts and noodles are furnished. Seniors may
ri register for Monday morning Activity #12130 for $43.25;
Qnh EXERCISE 2— SENIOR AQUA senior fee not available online. Kathy Jo and Jean will team
Q read persons who are / �
This class is for p Y to teach Monday evening. Registration Fee $47.00/15 Sessions.
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take their water exercise workout to the Classes 50 min.
next level. Water buoys and unique variations Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
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using the noodle are all part of the challenge. � Mon. Sept. 14 9:30 a.m. CC Jean 12130
You are encouraged to participate in the Mon. Sept. 14 7:00 p.m. CC K/J 12131
intensity level that works for you! Registration Fee $37.50/13
Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor LeVon.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Fri. Sept. 18 9:45 a.m. CC 12123
Qn1in AQUA EXERCISE
Water power! Join this invigorating high - energy class, G�
which includes a warm up, cardio and full body toning.
You are encouraged to participate in the intensity level that
suits you best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! Qnhe ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE
Seniors may register in Tuesday morning Activity #12125 Joining a water exercise class gives you opportunity to
for $43.25 and Thursday morning Activity #12126 for exercise in warm water with guidance from a trained
$37.50; senior fee not available online. Kathy Jo and Jean will Arthritis Foundation instructor. Participating can help decrease
team teach Monday evening. Classes 50 min. pain & stiffness. Class concentrates on walking, warm -ups,
Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # range of motion of all major joints & low- impact exercises.
Classes once a week, $47.00/15 Sessions Questions, call at Kathy 763 -569 -3405. No class Nov. 25.
Mon. Sept. 14 6:00 p.m. CC K/J 12124 Classes 50 min.
Tues. Sept. 15 10:30 a.m. CC LeVon 12125 Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
Classes once a week, $40.85/13 Sessions Classes once a week, $45.00/15 Sessions
Thurs. Sept. 17 9:45 a.m. CC Jean 12126 Mon. Sept. 14 10:30 a.m. CC Jean 12132
Sat. Sept. 19 8:00 a.m. CC Jean 12127 Wed. Sept. 16 9:45 a.m. CC Vicki 12133
Classes once a week, $42.00/14 Sessions
Wed. Sept. 16 6:30 p.m. CC Heidi 12134
Qnh AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP WATER COMBO
Our "combo" class combines
warm up, stretching, aerobic POOL ACCESS
exercise and strength training for a full Brooklyn Center Community Center
body workout. The class is designed for ° Pool features a full ramp with handrail to provide complete
all fitness levels and can be easily �_� access to persons in wheelchairs and/or with physical
modified for a lower or higher intensity limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end.
workout. Seniors may register for Wednesday evening
#12129 for $40.35 and Wednesday morning Activity #12128
for $43.25; senior fee not available online. No Class Nov. 25.
Classes 50 min.
Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
Classes once a week, $45.75/15 Sessions Chlorine treated water CAN
Wed. Sept. 16 8:45 a.m. CC Vicki 12128 discolor swimsuits;
Classes once a week, $44.00/14 Sessions sorry, we are not responsible.
Wed. Sept. 16 7:25 p.m. CC Heidi 12129 or
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 14 Recreation Brochure
Adult Activities continued
Onfim * *PRENATAL & POSTPARTUM WATER QBHM CARDIO COMBO — SATURDAY
It EXERCISE Come alone, meet new people, make an ` -a
Check out our newest class for moms to be and new exercise date with a friend or make it a family
moms! "Women not pregnant who are overweight, have affair. This low impact great cardio workout class
injuries or need post -op exercise are invited to participate. offers a variety of exercises used to challenge all
This class is designed to have you cushioned and supported in fitness levels. You are encouraged to participate in the
the water while providing a cardio and strength workout. You intensity level that suits you best. There will be a 10
will love the soothing effect of the water! No swimming skills minute warm -up, 20 minutes of low impact aerobics,
needed since these easy to follow exercises are performed in 10 minutes of step, (for persons unable to do step, the same
chest deep water. If you have just had a baby, the class jump patterns may be done on the floor during this segment)
starts the drive to get back in shape at the right pace. All followed by cool down and strength training. Registration Fee
participants new to exercise should consult with their doctor $37.65/12 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Stephanie.
before beginning an exercise program. If you are pregnant or Day Begins Time Location Activity #
less than 12 weeks postpartum, a signed health care provider Sat. Oct. 3 8:30 a.m. CC 12141
release form is required. The form is available online at
www.cityoibrooklvncenter.ore or by calling 763 - 569 -3405. MAT PILATES
The class is ongoing; new participants may join at any time. Pilates is a body sculpting system utilizing gentle "non-
Registration Fee $42.00/14 Session pass. Classes 50 min. The I barring" total body exercises and proper breathing
instructor Sue is an R.N. techniques. Improve your health, posture, body composition.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Registration Fee $34.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor
Mon. Sept. 14 6:15 p.m. CC 12136 LeVon.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Qnbe AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN FOR 65+ Tues. Oct. 6 6:15 p.m. CC 12142
Think about starting the day in this fun class!
Bev is an inspiring instructor who knows
how to keep you motivated with a variety of Icq—, ±�j 6 GENTLE CHAIR YOGA
exercises. This morning program emphasizes This class will introduce and guide you
energizing routines designed to improve strength, `�\ through a series of seated stretching
flexibility and endurance at a level safe and and strengthening movements that improve your
comfortable for you. This class is directed towards circulation, digestion, and metal clarity. Yoga is not
individuals 65 years and older. Come join us! Registration competitive; you progress at the pace your body takes you.
Fee $40.35/14 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. Participants new to yoga or who have limited physical ability
Day Begins Time Location Activity # are encouraged to try this class. Registration Fee $37.50/13
Mon. Sept. 14 9:30 a.m. CC 12137 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Mary Jane.
Thurs. Sept. 17 9:30 a.m. CC 12138 Day Begins Time Location Activity #
It AEROBICS — LOW IMPACT AEROBICS Mon. Sept. 14 4:00 p.m. CC 12143
High energy, low impact! As you move to music Qnhm increase your endurance level and burn fat. Fun easy -to HATHA BEGINNING YOGA
learn combinations suitable for all levels. Sue's enthusiasm will There are many benefits to Yoga including
get you moving! Registration Fee $40.85/13 Sessions. No class improved muscular strength, flexibility and
Nov. 25. Classes 50 min. Instructor Sue. stress reduction. This class is designed to give the 44
Day Begins Time Location Activity # student an understanding of yoga basics. The
Wed. Sept. 16 5:15 p.m. CC 12139 instructor will start with simple poses that stretch your shoulder
muscles, spine, lower back, hips and groin. You will leave
refreshed, calm and relaxed. Bring a towel and water bottle.
QdW AEROBICS — LOW IMPACT tJt� Registration Fee $40.85/13 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor
AEROBICS — FOR WOMEN C Mary Jane.
See description above. LeVon will keep you ��I Day Begins Time Location Activity #
moving at a level comfortable for persons new to v Mon. Sept. 14 7:25 p.m. CC 12144
aerobics as well as a seasoned exerciser. Registration Thurs. Sept. 17 6:05 p.m. CC 12145
Fee $34.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # HATHA ADVANCED BEGINNING YOGA
Tues. Oct. 6 7:15 p.m. CC 12140
=; This class is recommended for persons with past yoga
experience who are capable of executing the basic poses.
During the course new poses will be added for those seeking a
Re g i s t ra ti on 1 more challenging yoga experience. Registration Fee $41.60/13
Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Mary Jane.
See Page 3 0 Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Mon. Sept. 14 5:00 p.m. CC 12146
Thurs. Sept. 17 5:00 p.m. CC 12147
Recreation Brochure 15 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
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Adult Activities continued
Onlim STRENGTH TRAINING Qn1iW STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" —
"Strong women & men stay young." Age 30 or 90, fit or FOR WOMEN
unfit, this program can build bone density, lose weight, See class description on the left. This class includes
gain strength & energy. Basic exercises using weights are weekly "AB" workout & specific strength training exercises for
geared to individual ability & can put you in the shape needed lower back. Registration Fee $48.00/15 Sessions. Classes 1
for a healthier & more active lifestyle. Authorities claim hour. Instructor Vicki.
strength training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease & Day Begins Time Location Activity #
osteoporosis. If you own weights, bring them. Otherwise, wait Mon. Sept. 14 6:15 p.m. CC 12154
until after first class before purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle
weights. Join this class for an energy overhaul! No class Nov.
25 for Activity #12153. Classes 50 min.
Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity #
Classes once a week, $40.35/14 Sessions -
Mon. Sept. 14 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 12151
Thurs. Sept. 17 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 12152
Classes once a week, $40.85/13 Sessions
Wed. Sept. 16 6:15 p.m. CC Sue 12153
DROP -IN CARDS
This option is ideal for people who want to exercise but cannot commit to the same class every week. To reach class
minimums, we encourage you to register for a specific class instead of purchasing a card if at all possible. Please
purchase cards early so we know we can count on you. Cards may be purchased for aqua or fitness classes that have
met the minimum number of registrations to hold the class and do not fill to capacity. Cards are non - refundable and
may be used through January 9, 2010. Card options for 5, 8, 10 or 12 classes are of equal value, assisting you in
purchasing only the number you will actually use this session. If you have any questions, call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. Drop -In
Card registration not available online. With drop -in card, you can start anytime ... now there's no reason not to exercise
with us!
DROP -IN CARD— SENIOR OPTIONS DROP -IN CARD — FITNESS OPTIONS
Drop -In- Cards —For persons 62 years and older.
# of Classes Fee Activity # # of Classes Fee Activity #
12 Classes $44.00 12155 12 Classes $49.50 12160
10 Classes $37.00 12156 10 Classes $41.25 12161
8 Classes $29.50 12157 8 Classes $33.00 12162
5 Classes $18.50 12158 5 Classes $20.50 12163
1 Class $4.00 12159 1 Class $4.25 12164
** *ATTENTION CARD BUYERS * **
When buying your CARD, please indicate the class or classes that you most likely will be attending. This will help: When
determining whether we have the minimum number to have a class with registered participants plus Drop -In Card users. Before
purchasing a card, check to see if the class you were planning on attending has been canceled. Sometimes circumstances beyond
our control require us to cancel a class; if we know what class you attend, we will attempt to notify you.
FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES ROUND DANCING FOR FUN
t Strength Training, Back & This class is open to partners who have
• All classes coed exce
p g g completed the intermediate level or have i1
"Abs" for Women & Aerobics for Women. had previous ballroom or equivalent dance \
• Some class cancellations are noted in class experience. Besides being a great way to keep in
descriptions. No classes Nov. 26 -28; Dec. 21 -Jan. 2. shape, we have an evening of fun & socialization.
Any additional changes will be noted on the fitness Couples unfamiliar with round dance who have other dance
calendars available from instructor and at the experience may attend the first night for $10. If after the first
community center service desk. You may also call 763- class you decide to continue, your registration fee will be
569 -3400. Classes are added at the end of a session to adjusted. Registration Fee $70.00 /per couple /10 Sessions.
cover these cancellations. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Ken & Barb.
Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Wed. Sept. 16 7:30 p.m. Garden City 12165
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 16 Recreation Brochure
Adult Activities continued
QDhW BODY FAT TESTING & FITNESS ANALYSIS Qnhe CIRCUIT TRAINING
With infrared light & computer, your body fat is Want a fun, fast paced way to lose weight, tone muscles
measured within 1% accuracy! EASY! (It's like having and get stronger? Want to meet new people? If so, this
blood pressure taken.) Body fat is a more telling measure of - class is for you. We will meet in the Circuit training area of the
health and future quality of life than weight and height alone. exercise room. Warm up, instruction and use of circuit
Less body fat means less risk for degenerative diseases (joint, equipment and cool down will be the class format. Great for
heart, back injury, diabetics, stroke.) The computer analyzes beginners to the more experienced exerciser. Registration Fee
your test results and sets a weekly goal for weight &/or body fat $38.25/9 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Jessi.
reduction with specific caloric intake and exercise amounts. Day Begins Time Location Activity #
The consultation is with an R.N. who, after individual testing, Thurs. Sept. 24 6:00 p.m. CC 12171
will provide group instruction for practical lifestyle changes. If
you are new to exercise, this provides a baseline to measure
your future progress. If you are a seasoned exerciser and weight
manager, you will learn if you have achieved numbers in the
excellent range of health and fitness. Max 3. Approximately 1 EXERCISE ROOM
hour 15 min. Additional times may be arranged for interested The exercise room, located on the upper level of the II
participants. Call 763 -569 -3405. Registration Fee $11.5011 community center, offers complete fitness equipment =
Session. for cardiovascular and strength conditioning. `
Day Date Time Location Activity # Minimum age 15. Shirts & tennis shoes are required
Wed. Sept. 16 4:15 p.m. CC 12166 in the Exercise Room. Seepage 33 for hours. �-
Wed. Sept. 23 4:15 p.m. CC 12167
Circuit Trainin¢ Equipment
k Fit Express Hip Abduction/Adduction
Fit Express Abdominal/Low Back
Fit Express Pectoral/Deltoid
i > Fit Express Shoulder Press/Pull Down
l� Fit Express Leg Extension/Leg Curl
Fit Express Squat
PERSONAL TRAINING Fit Express Lift Task
Your complimentary personal training consultation includes a Fit Express Chest Row
Par- Q/Health History Evaluation, Needs Analysis, Functional Fit Express Bicep/Tricep
Strength/Flexibility Assessment and Goal Setting. Fitness Technology Rotary Torso
Precor Stretch Trainer
This session is available to members or non - members who pay Cardiovascular Equipment
the general daily $4.25 admission fee. Life Fitness Treadmills — 4
To schedule your complimentary appointment or for more Life Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainers — 4
information, call 763 -569 -3405. Precore Elliptical — 1
Star Trac Recumbent Bikes — 2
BUY TWO, GET ONE FREE Life Fitness Stair Climbers — 3
During the month of September, purchase two one hour Stair Master Free Climber — 1
personal training sessions for $92.00 and receive the third Strength Training Equipment
session free. A $46.00 value! (Non- members also pay the daily Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg
$4.25 general daily admission fee each time.) Take advantage Extension; Life Fitness Multi- chest; Life Fitness Bicep/
of this great deal to update your current program or to get a Triceps; Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable
fresh start. Crossover; Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells
Life Fitness Lat Pull Down/Low row
FEES FOR ADDITIONAL SESSIONS
Each session is 1 hour. Sessions are available by appointment.
These prepaid sessions are valid for one month after your
projected final workout session. Non - members will also pay
the daily $4.25 general daily admission fee for each session, BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION
which includes use of the pool, sauna and exercise room. COMMUNITY CENTER EXERCISE ROOM
Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe &
# of Fee Activity # effective workout. This is a basic one hour walk - through to help
Sessions you understand how to use each machine correctly. A fitness
specialist will assist you on the proper use and correct form.
2 $92.00 12168 This is not an individual program design session. Free for
members or patrons who have paid general admission for the
6 $264.00 12169 day. $10 reservation fee refundable upon completion of
12 $504.00 12170 orientation or cancellation 48 hours in advance of appointment.
Appointments are Monday - Saturday. Call 763 -569 -3400.
Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Adult Activities continued
AARP 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING Wine POTTERY —BEGINNING
Registration accepted immediately. This class is designed to teach the basic
This classroom training program is designed to help persons 55 skills of throwing and hand building. The
and older improve their driving skills while teaching them how community center offers a unique opportunity to
to avoid accidents & traffic violations. Instructors are trained practice your new skills by including in the
volunteers. registration fee 25 lbs. clay for projects, unlimited practice time
outside of class, glazes, firing fees and tax. (Additional clay is
Eight Hour — If you have never taken the
g Y $41.45, which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing &tax.) Bring a
training or if you haven't taken the refresher — = work shirt to the first class. Instructor will teach 7 weeks.
course for more than three years. No tests Students will work independently one week during class time.
given; course completion is required to initiate auto insurance Registration Fee $109.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2Y2 hours.
discount. For class locations in the surrounding area, call the Instructor Chad.
AARP office at 952- 858 -9040, Monday– Friday, 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Four Hour Refresher — For persons who have completed the Tues. Sept. 15 6:30 p.m. CC 12172
eight hour mature driving course within the preceding three
Tues. Nov. 10 6:30 p.m. CC 12173
years. Fee —1 Session AARP members $12; non - members 514. POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED
Designed for advanced students who are proficient in
DATE DAY TIME throwing, hand building and glazing. The instructor will
September 2 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. be in the lab three times during the eight -week session. This is
an ideal format for participants who want to work
October 7 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. independently yet need some instruction either in new
November 4 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. techniques or with problem solving. Participants with less than
4 years experience may register at the discretion of the
December 2 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. instructor. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes,
REGISTRATION INFORMATION firing and tax. For heavy production, each additional 25 lbs. of
Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle clay is 41.45, which includes glazes, firing &tax. Registration
Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 - 569 -3400. If the class is Fee $109.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2/z hours. Instructor Chad.
full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening Day Begins Time Location Activity #
occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in Mon. Sept. 14 6:30 p.m. CC 12174
person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money Mon. Nov. 9 6:30 p.m. CC 12175
order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.) POTTERY — LAB AND FIRING
Class location - Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive, south entry. _ PRIVILEGES
Crossing residents may register with the manager, space
o Open to persons who have completed a pottery
providing. Thanks to Crossings Management for providing this o o class at the community center or have had
site. Smoking prohibited. previous experience and are familiar with the
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited
basis other than class times and students may
The club is sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Community have pieces fired in the eight -week period. The
Activities, Recreation & Services Department. Meetings are lab program is designed for individuals who want to work
the second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall independently. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes,
of the Brooklyn Center Community Center. The purpose of the firing and tax. (Additional clay is $41.45, which includes 25
organization is to promote social, cultural and civic activities lbs., glazes, firing and tax.) Arrange your own time to work in
for area women. Annual dues $10. Monthly meetings are the lab during the eight weeks. No instruction. New lab
informative with entertaining programs. NOTE DATE FOR participants are asked to meet with the instructor for an
SEPT. Join us on Sept. 22 at Noon for our annual fall welcome orientation at 6 p.m. on Monday or Tuesday of the first week.
luncheon which will celebrate ethnicity. Non - members are Registration Fee $105.65/8 Weeks.
welcome; cost is $6. Oct. 13 -Luau Celebration – featuring Day Begins Time Location Activity #
Johnnie Pineapple, a crowd pleasing entertainer. Aloha to all Week of Sept. 14 CC 12176
Malihinis. On Nov. 10 we celebrate the upcoming Week of Nov. 9 CC 12177
Thanksgiving tradition with the Aluminum Strings, men's
ensemble. Dec. 8 at Noon is the annual holiday luncheon party BROOKLYN CENTER
featuring Skeets Langley world - renowned accordionist. Cost is FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS
$6 for non - members; bring a gift for CEAP. Monthly trips &
tours also offered to members; details available at meetings. On Join others who love quilting. This is a friendly drop -in group
Sept. 30, we travel to Chippewa Falls to see the "Jail Bailers" who meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from
show. Oct. 21, see the play "A Nice Family Gathering" at 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. No dues; bring a
Fanny Hill Theater in Eau Claire. Nov. 18 we'll see a special sandwich, beverage and your quilting
holiday show "Away in the Basement" at Plymouth Playhouse. project and join us at the Community
For complete info about the club, call 763 -561 -6208 or check Center. For more information call Joanne at
out website at www. citvofbrooklyicenter .ora /womensclub 763 -561 -1219.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 18 Recreation Brochure
NORTNffST METRO AVULT SPORTS LEAGUIFS
Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Maple Grove & New Hope
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BROOKLYN CENTER NO CHECKING HOCKEY LEAGUES
ADULT MEN'S LEAGUE Elite Gold and Silver Divisions
Officiated 5 on 5 Men's AA -D Basketball Leagues. No checking /no slap shot hockey league for fall. Open to post
Teams are divided into divisional play & may 4 f high school adults 18 or older. This is an officiated league with
advance to MRPA state tournaments. League Fee a 9 game regular season and a season ending tournament with a
$575.00 /team. For information, call Joe at 763 -569- 2 game guarantee. Games are played
3382. Sunday through Thursday evenings.
Day Begins Location Activity # Deadline for registration is September
Sun. Dec. 13 North View 12003 4. Leagues will begin week of
September 13. Call 763 493 -8333.
Brooklyn Park Ice Arena, 5600 - 85th
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ADDITIONAL MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUES Ave. N. League Fee $1,225.00 /team.
NEW HOPE PARKS & RECREATION LEAGUE
Monday night - 5 on 5 Class D officiated league. For ADULT OPEN HOCKEY
information, call 763 -531 -5151. Call 763 - 493 -8181, ext. 7 for times. Participation is limited to
MAPLE GROVE PARKS & RECREA TION LEA GUE the first 20 players, plus four goalies. Goalies skate free.
Tuesday night - 3 on 3 unofficiated league. For information, Protective safety equipment required (i.e. helmets, gloves, shin
call 763 -494 -6500. pads). Players pay attendant at the door. Must be ages 18 +.
Brooklyn Park Ice Arena. Friday & Saturday evenings. Fee:
$7.00 /person/time.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUES
New Hope Parks & Recreation in collaboration
with the Northwest Adult Sports League Brooklyn Park Recreation Department in collaboration with the
consortium offers an ALL NEW officiated 5 Northwest Metro Adult Sports Leagues consortium offers
on 5 women's class D league this fall and winter. For info, call officiated 6 on 6 men's no- checking Floor Hockey league
763 -531 -5151. Course #5033. Tuesday evenings beginning beginning November 4 at Brooklyn Park National Guard
November 17 at New Hope Community Gyms, 8230 47th Ave Armory Gym, 5500 85 t Ave. N. For information, call 763-493 -
N. Fee $340 + $12 /nonresident player. 8333. League Fee $225.00 /team.
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T T ' Brooklyn Center Recreation Department again
offers officiated 6 on 6 co -rec, women's & men's
Brooklyn Center Recreation Department in leagues. Play begins mid - September — December.
collaboration with the Northwest Metro Adult Sports Winter leagues also offered January—March 2010.
Leagues consortium again offers officiated 6 on 6 Matches played at North View Jr. High and Earle lot
men's and co -rec broomball leagues. League play Brown Elementary. For more information, call
will begin mid - December. For more information, call 763 -569 -3382.
763 -569 -3382. League Fee $230.00 /team. Location:
Central Park West, 63rd & Brooklyn Drive. CO -REC LEAGUE - FALL
Day Begins Activity # League Fee
CO -REC LEAGUE Mon. Sept. 21 12006 $295.00
Day Begins Location Activity # WOMEN'S LEAGUE - FALL
Tues. Dec. 15 Central Park West 12004 Day Begins Activity # League Fee
Tues. Sept. 22 12007 $295.00
MEN'S LEAGUE MEN'S LEAGUE - FALL
Day Begins Location Activity # Day Begins Activity # League Fee
Thurs. Dec. 17 Central Park West 12005 Wed. Sept. 23 12008 $325.00
Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS
Community Tripsters is a program for people who enjoy getting away and meeting new friends. We live in an area that offers
a multitude of fun and educational opportunities! Our trips allow you to eat at wonderful restaurants & experience a host of
remarkable recreational activities. Motor coach buses depart & return to Brooklyn Center Community Center; an escort
accompanies all trips. REGISTRATION for trips now in progress by mail or in person, online at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.orE
or phone with Visa or MasterCard. When registering for someone else, please have correct spelling of their name, correct
address & phone number. Deadline dates listed are on a space - permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip is canceled or a
substitute can be found to take your place. Refunds subject to $5 service fee or 3% of the fee for extended trips. FOR PERSONS
TRAVELING ALONE — Would you like to go on a day outing or extended trip but are hesitant to sign up? The Community
Tripster staff would like to help put you in touch with others. If interested in finding out more, call Kathy at 763 - 569 -3405.
September 22 – LeDuc Historic Estate October 21– It's Nifty Fifty Day at St. Croix Casino
Im Our first stop will be in Hastings with a guided If you're 50 or older and have a TLC card you can be one of the
tour of the LeDuc Historic Estate. This splendid "nifty- fifty" with extra perks for the day! The "nifty fifty" will
mansion was built during the Civil War. The 15- receive an extra $5 cash, may purchase a hotdog at sandwich
room house stands as a rare monument of unaltered Gothic stand for 50¢ and are eligible for the $50 cash drawing every 1 /2
Revival architecture. Guided tour includes both the I" & 2nd hour. If you don't have a TLC card & would like one, tell us
floor; no elevator. In the 1800's the social climbers, including when you register. We'll send the info to the casino and your
the LeDuc family, recognized the importance of being a well card will be waiting for you. In addition to the "nifty fifty"
respected member of the local church. We'll also tour one of bonus for TLC members, you will receive $5 to spend at the
Hastings historic churches. Lunch follows at River Oaks Golf casino. Bring your friends – open to adults with or without TLC
Course overlooking the Mississippi River Valley. Menu: Herb card. Minimum of 40 people. Cost $6 /person includes motor
baked chicken breast, baby potatoes, corn, rolls, brownie, coach, $5 to spend and escort. Approximate time 9:00 a.m. –
coffee & lemonade. On return home, we'll make a brief stop at 4:30 p.m. October 13, registration deadline. Activity #12017.
Afton Apples Orchard to make some purchases. Cost $49/ November 3 – Jubilee Christmas Show
person includes tours, luncheon, tax, gratuity, motor coach &
escort. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. September 4, Lunch is I" on our itinerary! When we arrive at the Stonehouse
registration deadline. Activity #12014. Eatery in St. Joseph, we'll enjoy a meal of rotisserie chicken
with homemade red skin mashed potatoes & gravy, vegetable
October 9 – A Crisp Cranberry Day du jour, bread, beverage & small dessert. Next is the Paramount
Following a coffee break on our way to Warrens, WI, we'll Theatre, St. Cloud where Ozark Jubilee proudly presents
visit The Wetherby Cranberry Company, a packing facility "Jubilee Christmas from the Ozarks." Begin your holiday
where you can purchase cranberries from a 3`d generation season with the legendary 8 member cast of this show, which is
grower. A view of the cranberry harvest & irrigation system via packed with humor, a variety of country music standards with
coach & Cranberry Discovery Center gives insight into this Christmas favorites and the signature comedy act & fiddler,
unique agricultural enterprise. The center traces cranberry Doof is Doolittle, who performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage
production history and has a gift shop & ice cream parlor. with Porter Wagoner. Enjoy this musical event with the sounds
Lunch of chicken breast, broccoli topped with Wisconsin of laughter, Bluegrass, Gospel, Country & traditional Christmas
cheese, rice, salad, bread, beverage, and cranberry & walnut music. Cost $60 /person includes performance, lunch, tax,
crisp will be enjoyed at Bumstad's European Cafd. A stop for gratuity, motor coach & escort. Approximate time 9:45 a.m. –
optional refreshments will be made midway back home. Cost 5:15 p.m. October 1, registration deadline. Activity #12019.
$68 /person includes tours, luncheon, tax, gratuity, motor coach
& escort. Approximate time 8:00 a.m. - 6:45 p.m. September November 19 –Old Log –Radio Gals
18, registration deadline. Activity #12015. Enjoy this lively, nostalgic musical, which captures the light-
hearted innocence & spirit of small -town America in the 1920's.
October 14 – Chanhassen – Oklahoma " " When Hazel Hunt, a music teacher from Cedar Ridge, AR gets
OKLAHOMA! is a romantic tale of the prairies in a transmitter as a retirement gift, she begins broadcasting from
the early 1900s when cowboys were being replaced FN her parlor with an "all -girl' orchestra, "The Hazelnuts ", as radio
by farmers. It tells the story of the courtship of two - ~ WGAL. What comes over the airwaves is a hilarious small
pretty farm girls by their cowboy wooers, despite the " town diary & calendar, with dollops of music and zany hilarity.
high - spirited rivalry of two local suitors who are Her broadcasts are not always local, as listeners as faraway as
farmers. This #1 musical of the century has delighted the world Montreal & Manhattan testify. Impinging on other frequencies,
with its fresh simplicity and memorable songs that help tell it: like NBC's, attracts attention of a federal inspector who's intent
"Oh What A Beautiful Momin," "The Surrey With The Fringe on rescuing the airwaves from gypsies like Hazel and comes to
On Top," & of course the rousing title song, "Oklahoma!" shut down her unlicensed station. Soon he's enchanted by the
Don't miss this fantastic musical with spectacular dancing & "Hazelnuts ". Prior to show, lunch with entrde choice of
the glorious music of Rodgers and Hammerstein. Cost $64/ Walleye, pork chop, stuffed chicken breast or veggie lasagna.
person includes theatre, lunch, tax, gratuity, motor coach & Cost: $46 /person includes lunch, theatre, tax, gratuity motor
escort. Approximate time 10:30 a.m. - 4:40 p.m. September 11, coach & escort. Approx. time 10:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Nov. 2,
registration deadline. Activity #12016. registration deadline. Activity #12119.
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Community Tripsters continued
November 21 — Ordway Center — "Sister's Christmas December 15 — Winter Night Lights
Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi's Gold" Our festive holiday evening will start with a delicious dinner at
Forensic tools in hand, Sister seeks to discover the culprit who Casper's Cherokee Sirloin Room in West St. Paul. Dinner
made off with the gold coins and left Mary, Joseph and the choice of. sirloin steak or chicken with tossed salad, baked
infant Jesus in that lousy stable without any chance to upgrade potato with sour cream, rolls, beverage and dessert. Following
to a suite. In this search to find the Magi's Gold, Sister employs dinner we are off to see some of the most exciting displays of
techniques from her favorite TV show, "Forensic Files" and Christmas lights in beautiful downtown St. Paul and private
creates a living nativity using audience members. We all need homes. Many home owners have gone out of their way to
this shot of adrenalin, especially at Xmas ... I mean Christmas. spread holiday cheer. You'll hear some holiday stories and sing
With hysterical audience interaction, musical highlights, wacky some favorite carols as we jingle through the streets of St. Paul.
prizes, non -stop laughs and the irresistible sister, this is a must- Cost $54 /person includes dinner, lights tour, tax, gratuity,
see holiday show! Cost $51 /person includes theater, tax, motor coach and escort. Approximate time 4 -8:00 p.m.
handling fee, motor coach and escort. Approximate time 12:30- November 30, registration deadline. Activity #12121.
4:30 p.m. September 21, registration deadline. Activity Registration for Community Tripsters
#12120.
accepted immediately!
Mission Statement: "We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of boomers & beyond and their families by
providing quality classes and programs, trips, community resource information and volunteer opportunities."
If you have questions, call Kathy, Program Supervisor at 763 -569 -3405.
FREE HELP FOR
�> MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES
SPARE TIMES is published four to six
times a year by the Brooklyn Center
Community Activities, Recreation and Brooklyn Center Community Center
Services Department. SPARE TIMES
No Income Limits
is your guide for the latest information on social activities, Confidential, Free Assistance & No Sales!
things happening in the community, resources, fun trips, and
outings. Give us a call to receive a complimentary issue. If you Second Wednesday of the month
would like to receive your copies by mail for one year send $3 September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9
to help defray mailing expenses. Please send a check payable to
the City of Brooklyn Center along with your name, address, zip One hour individual appointments at
code and telephone number. Indicate this is for SPARE 9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 a.m.
TIMES. Visa or MasterCard is also accepted. The newsletter
itself is complimentary. If you prefer, you may pick up a copy Call Kathy 763 -569 -3405 to schedule your appointment.
at the community center or access it on the City's website at Any Medicare beneficiary is eligible for this free service
www.citvofbrooklvncenter.ore Click on recreation and then which answers any Medicare questions.
Boomers & Beyond Activities. We invite you to read SPARE
TIMES and explore what Brooklyn Center has to offer you. For Example:
• Choosing the best supplement health insurance
• Understanding Medicare Part D
• Low Income Options
SENIOR LINKAGE LINE Sorting out medical and hospital bills
Make your life easier . Medicare coverage for a given service
A free telephone information - and - assistance service for senior • Appeals
adults and their families. Don't know what to ask? Don't know • Medical assistance
what's available? We can help by calling 1- 800 - 333 -2433. You
can talk to a person who can help you assess your situation and
introduce you to the resources available in your own Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with a
community. Calls are absolutely free of charge, although there volunteer health insurance counselor from Senior
may be a charge for services you are referred to. Calls are Community Services here at the Brooklyn Center
answered from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Some days Community Center. In addition, caregivers or family
experience a high volume of calls; be prepared to leave your members are welcome to schedule an appointment for
area code, telephone number & a message. Someone will be Medicare beneficiaries. sponsored
happy to return your call as soon as possible. Messages can be with the Brookl Center
left 24 hours a day or e-mail us at senionlinkaee(i0tate.mn.us Community Activities, Recreation & `
This is a service of the Minnesota Board on Aging. Services Department.
Recreation Brochure 21 www. cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Boomers & Beyond Activities continued
SOCIAL GROUPS DONUT MAKE YOU WONDER? :..
The groups Leisure Time and Brooklyn Theme Parties meet Join us on the third Wednesday of the month `' "" '''"
at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek for interesting informative programs, juice,
Parkway. Transportation is available through Five Cities coffee, and you guessed it, donuts at Crystal '
for Leisure Time & Brooklyn Theme Lunches. See Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N ='
Transportation on page 23. Call 763 -569 -3405 for more from 10 -11:30 a.m. Program fee is $2
information. payable at the door but you must register in
advance so there are enough refreshments for everyone. Call
LEISURE TIME DROP -IN 763 -569 -3405 to register for this educational opportunity by
If you enjoy cards, you are welcome to join us the Thursday before. Sponsored by the Cities of Brooklyn
on Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. Center, Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale and Senior Services of
Partners are not required to play. Come, bring District 281.
your lunch and have a fun afternoon. Coffee &
tea provided. Everyone contributes $1 /week to September 16 — A Musical Journey Through Scandinavia
the kitty, which helps defray the cost for supplies, refreshments Ross Sutter an expert on folk music will kick off our fall Donut
& prizes. Birthdays are celebrated the I' Wednesday of each Make You Wonder series. Ross's heritage is Swedish, and he
month with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone has a wide repertoire of songs and tunes collected from
except those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The 2nd relatives and musicians both in the U.S. and Sweden. He plays
Wednesday is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two top an impressive array of instruments but is best known for his
scores, non - player and a drawing. The last Wednesday features baritone voice. Ross has performed in Europe, on radio,
"Crazy" Progressive 500. If you do not play cards, informal television and festivals all over the Midwest. We will be
instruction is available from the players. Hosted by hearing many of the same songs that he will be performing at
volunteers Art and Peggy. Please call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. North America's largest Scandinavian festival, the Norst
Hostfest in Minot, North Dakota later this month. Circle your
o calendar; this is a program you won't want to miss!
BROOKLYN THEME PARTY LUNCHEON October 21— The Depression Years
September 25 Hear local stories of the Great Depression and be prompted to
remember your own experiences. Movies of the 30s, dancing at
An Afternoon at the Oasis the Excelsior Amusement Park ballroom, Northland Milk
Dalal wa Salaam middle eastern dancers perform horses and wagons, relief checks, and FDR come to life again
Tired of cooking? Would you rather spend your time with tenderness and the gentle humor of author and historian
having fun? Do you like to eat? If you answered yes, Bob Williams.
then you are invited to come and enjoy these special
theme events. Times and dates vary depending on the November 18 — Swedish Holiday Traditions
theme and availability of the entertainers. Delicious Why do Swedes hop like frogs around the Maypole? Why do
meals are planned and catered around the theme. they leave rice pudding for tomten, the Christmas elf'? And why
Advanced paid reservations for "An Afternoon at the do witches visit Sweden at Easter ?! An
Oasis" is September 18. Everyone is welcome! The American Swedish Institute instructor will
cost is $8 per person. Details of this intriguing party will share a variety of objects from a Swedish
follow in the Spare Times or on the City's website at holiday basket, and engages groups in an active
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or2 or call Kathy at 763- discussion of how Swedes celebrate the many
569 -3405 for more information. Activity #12187. , 6wV_dJZn holiday traditions throughout the year.
a BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
If you enjoy reading, join in on our fun
MEN'S DROP -IN drop in book discussions. The group is
If you are interested in getting together informally with other sponsored by the cities of Brooklyn
guys, drop in on Mondays or Thursdays from Noon — 3:30 p.m. Center, Robbinsdale and Crystal and is
Come play Buck Euchre, similar to 500. If you do not play open to anyone regardless of where they
Buck Euchre, informal instruction by the men is available. live. We meet at Robbinsdale City Hall,
Participants welcome to start other table games too. 4100 Lakeview Ave. N from 1 -2:30 p.m.,
The men will meet at the Brooklyn Center Community the first Tuesday of the month. Sept. 1 -North of Hope by Jon
Center September and October. Winter months location Hassler. Oct. 6- Nineteenth Wife by David Ebershoff. Nov. 3—
to be determined. Hosted by volunteers. Questions, call The Reader by Bernhard Schlink. Dec. 1- Miracle Life of Edgar
Roger, 763 -560 -0379 or Kathy 763 -569 -3405. Mint by Brady Udall. We will again host "Meet the Author"
series in the upcoming months. For the author series, there is a
$2 admission and refreshments will be provided. For further
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING - FREE information on books that will be read or if you have questions
West Fire Station, 6250 Brooklyn Blvd. about the monthly discussions, call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405.
Tuesday - Friday, 8 -10:00 p.m. New participants are always welcome to any of the monthly
Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. discussions and "Meet the Author" series.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 22 Recreation Brochure
Boomers & Beyond Activities continued
FIVE CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
Transportation is offered for persons 60 years and older from apartment complexes and homes.
It's More Than Just A Ride!
Information & Reservations — Monday - Friday 763 -531 -1259
Regular Destination Fare: $3.50 per round trip with the punch pass card or $4 cash. Mini -coach transportation to City sponsored
programs at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, grocery, malls and discount stores.
Pharmacy and banking opportunities are available at some stores.
Special Destination Fare: The round trip fare is 2 punches from the pass card or $7 cash.
Punch Pass cards for regular & special destinations are available in $14/4 punches or $28/8 punches amounts
and may be purchased from the driver with cash or a check payable to First Transit.
No one is denied a ride due to the inability to pay the full fare. Please contact Rita for assistance 763 -531 -1274.
PRISM EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION
-Staff. – Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. 763 -529 -1252 -Answering Machine – anytime 763 -529 -1252
Leave name, phone number, your address, destination address - including city, date and time of appointment.
For residents of Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope and Golden Valley.
Transportation is provided to medical and dental appointments in these cities.
The fare is $5 per round trip or $2.50 one way.
FIVE CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROVIDES RIDES
FOR SPECIAL DESTINATIONS LISTED ON THIS PAGE
Pre - registration required for all special destinations; call 763 -531 -1259 at least one week in advance unless otherwise noted in
description. Registration is based on a space availability basis. Minimum number of 20 registrations required. The special fare
applies, see information above. All other costs listed below are on your own. Please bring cash or credit card as some restaurants do
not accept checks. If you are unable to attend after making a reservation, please call the 5 Cities office so someone from the waitlist
can take your place. Bus picks up at the Brooklyn Center Community Center and the Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive with 6 or
more people. If the minimum of 6 is not met, participants will be given the choice of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pickup. Home
pickups available for BC Brunchers – regular fare applies.
NATURE OF THINGS AFTERNOON VIVACE!
Oct. 2 – Science Museum of MN – CONCERT SERIES
Titanica Omnifilm & Exhibition. Vivace means full of life! Enjoy this free concert performed by
Through the film, experience deep sea �" professional musicians at the Landmark Center – Oct. 22. After
exploration in this fascinating non - fiction the concert, try lunch or dessert at Anita's Cafe on the main
drama. After lunch, we will participate in floor of the Landmark Center. Cost on your own. Approximate
the timed entrance of the exhibition, time 10:35 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
bringing life -size images of shattered remains, extensive room
re- creations and authentic artifacts. Visitors are drawn back in FORUM AND THE FORK
time to 1912 as each receives a boarding pass of an actual Nov. 19 – An inspiring day starts with a free organ
passenger. In the "Memorial Gallery" visitors will take their concert, lecture and complimentary refreshments at
pass to the memorial wall and learn if their passenger and Westminster Presbyterian Church. Speaker Sarah
traveling companions survived. Cost is $22 /person includes Chayes a former reporter who covered the fall of the
admission to Omni, Titanic Exhibition and regular exhibits; Taliban for National Public Radio. In 2002 she left journalism
lunch is on your own. Register by Sept. 24 at New Hope Parks to live in Kandahar, Afghanistan, where she is committed to
and Recreation, 763 -531 -5151. Approximate time 9:35 a.m. – helping rebuild the shattered country. Sarah runs a cooperative
3:35 p.m. in the former Taliban stronghold, producing skin -care products
WITH SENIORS IN MIND from local botanicals. Her goal is to discourage opium
production by helping farmers earn a living from licit crops and
Visit the MN History Center in St. Paul for a special to encourage collective decision - making. Sarah is the author of
electrifying free program on Nov. 10 -The Amazing the book The Punishment of Virtue: Inside Afghanistan after the
Dr. Franklin in conjunction with the History Taliban. Approximate time 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Center's new exhibit Benjamin Franklin: In Search
of a Better World. Actor Shawn Hoffman portrays this BC BRUNCHERS
remarkable man who was one of the most influential Americans Join the "bunch" for an early lunch at local area restaurants
of any generation. Mr. Franklin will demonstrate the general every other month. Home pickups available; times
principles of static electricity and expound on his inventions, approximately 10:30 a.m. Individual checks including tax and
theories and his commitment to public service. There will be gratuity will be available for our "bunch." A great time to get
time to visit the museum store or tour the exhibits. For the together to relax and visit with old acquaintances or meet new.
exhibits, there is a $6 fee. Bring a bag lunch or visit their Cafd Oct. 2 - 50's Grill. Regular destination fare applies - one punch
MN. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. pass or $4 cash.
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GYMNASTICS PROGRAM
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed using a skill progression of classes designed to provide
participants a safe, comfortable advancement in gymnastics. Most students participate in a class 2 -3 times before
progressing to the next level. Children's classes, including gymnastics, are conducted more smoothly when not being
observed by parents. Children, as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their peers in a recreation setting.
Parents are welcome to attend the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short demonstration. If you have
questions about where to place your child, call Sue at 763 -569 -3406.
Classes held in the gymnastics gymnasium at Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. (Enter on Noble Avenue side.)
It GYMNASTICS OnfiflO GYMNASTICS Qnhe GYMNASTICS
PRESCHOOL It GIRLS BEGINNING GIRLS INTERMEDIATE
For children ages 4 -5. A great For girls ages 6 -11 who have had For girls ages 6 -11 who have
opportunity to learn basic balance, little or no gymnastics experience. Learn either passed Beginning Gymnastics For
coordination and motor skills in a fun basic tumbling skills such as rolls, Girls or can do the following skills:
setting. Children will be taught tumbling cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. Tumbling - forward and backward roll,
skills, including forward & backward Simple skills on the beam, vault and cartwheel, headstand; Beam - walk
rolls, cartwheels and headstands and uneven bars will also be taught. forward and back, front support and
introduced to balance beam, uneven bars Registration Fee $32.00/7 Sessions. mount, squat turn, forward roll; Vault -
and vault. Ratio 8 students /instructor. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Tammy. straddle, hip squat; Bars - back hip
Registration Fee $30.00/7 Sessions. Day Begins Time Activity # circle, single leg cut, pull over to front
Classes 45 min. Instructor Tammy. Thurs. Sept. 24 7:20 p.m. 12180 support. Registration Fee $32.00/7
Day Begins Time Activity # Sat. Sept. 26 10:40 a.m. 12181 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors
Thurs. Sept. 24 6:30 p.m. 12178 Tammy.
Sat. Sept. 26 9:50 a.m. 12179 Day Begins Time Activity #
Sat. Sept. 26 11:45 a.m. 12182
Qnhe TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS— BEGINNER Qnhe HOLIDAY COOKIE BAKING
LEVEL Ages 6 -12
This program is structured to teach children the You can impress even St. Nick when you learn to make
understanding of respect and discipline while learning basic delicious cookies in this fun workshop. Eat some and take some
Taekwondo (Korean Karate). For ages 5 -13. Uniform is not home. We'll make five different kinds and you'll take home a
required. Loose fitting clothing is acceptable. Classes offered recipe booklet so you can make them at home too.
are for beginner level and will be held at the community center. , Wear old clothes or bring an apron and a small box
No class Oct. 29 & Nov. 26. Registration Fee $45.00/6 ` to take home some cookies. We'll have a cookie
Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors are from World and milk break. Registration Fee $11.5011 Session.
Taekwondo Academy in Osseo. Class 2' /Z hours. Instructors Diane & Teri.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity #
Thurs. Oct. 1 6:30 p.m. Community Ctr. 12183 Sat. Dec. 5 9:30 a.m. CC 12185
Thurs. Nov. 19 6:30 p.m. Community Ctr. 12184
1%% NORTH METRO YOUTH HOCKEY Qnfine HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS
ASSOCIATION Ages 6 -12
This is a joint association between Brooklyn lzwf Come have fun while making three festive
Center, Brooklyn Park, Fridley & Columbia Heights. Open to ornaments. Great to give as gifts or enjoy on your •
boys and girls ages 4 -15. Registration information at own tree! Wear old clothes. Registration Fee
www.nmyha.com. First year Mite level is free. $10.5011 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor
♦ Quality hockey instruction at all levels Michele.
♦ Player development program Day Date Time Location Activity #
♦ Reasonable participation fees Sat. Dec. 12 10:00 a.m. CC 12186
♦ Fundraising opportunities to offset cost
♦ USA Hockey certified coaches
BROOKLYN AREA BASKETBALL
Cities of Brooklyn Center & Brooklyn Park form the Brooklyn Registration 1
Area Basketball, which offers House League for grades 2 -12.
Emphasizes fun & equal participation. Teams of 7 -9 engaging 51 -A AA
in practices, games & tournaments. Season runs Nov. – March. '
For info about the program, visit www.bpaasports.org.
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Youth Activities continued
CHILDREN'S DANCE PROGRAM Qnfine
This is a one -time yearly registration
fee 10 $9 4 Sessions. Fall session "ALLOWRO PARTY
is 10 weeks eeks and the winter /spring
session is 14 weeks. Limited openings
in classes listed below. Registration for Saturday, October 31
dance classes accepted immediately. If
you have questions about where to 1 — 3 p.m.
place your child, please call Sue at 763 -
569 -3406. Classes are held at the Brooklyn Center Community Center
community center.
Recital —The annual dance recital will be held on Games! Prizes! Candy! Pool/water slide pass!
Sunday, May 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Center High School.
Costumes —Every year we try to keep costumes inexpensive Pool and water slide open until 8.00 p.m.
and put on a professional looking recital. This fee is in addition Use pool pass on October 31 or another day.
to the registration fee and will be due in November. Parents who wish to swim &
Dance Attire — Special shoes and dance attire are optional. use water slide pay general admission
price on day of Party.
Registration —For dance classes accepted immediately. It takes approximately
Registration on a first -come, first -served basis until classes fill. = one hour to play games.
Onlim N6 TAP & BALLET — Ages 4 - 5
Learn basic tap and ballet steps through fun music and
dance routines. Registration Fee $91.00/24 Sessions.
Classes 40 min. Activity # 11961 Instructor Ingrid: Activity Registration fee is
#11962, Instructor Jessi. $5.00 /child.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Pre - registration Walk -ins
Mon. Sept. 21 5:00 p.m. CC 11961 by October 30 on day of party
Tues. Sept. 22 5:30 p.m. CC 11962 recommended. accepted
Onfim TAP &BALLET —Ages 6 - 8 on space permitting
156 Beginning tap & ballet. Skills are taught through the use
of music and dance routines. Registration Fee $91.00/24 Limit basis. 200
Sessions. Classes 40 min. Instructor Ingrid.
Day Begins Time Location Activity # children.
Mon. Sept. 21 6:15 p.m. CC 11963
Onfim CREATIVE DANCE & JAZZ
It Unique movements, jazz, music, and dance routines
make this class fun and challenging. Registration Fee
$91.00/24 Sessions. Classes 40 min. Instructor Julia. Day Date Time Location Activity #
Ages 8 -10
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Sat. Oct. 31 1:00 p.m.Community Center 11995
Mon. Sept. 21 6:30 p.m. CC 11965
Ages 10 - 13
Mon. Sept. 21 7:15 p.m. CC 19966
Ages 13 & Up
Mon. Sept. 21 7:55 p.m. CC 11967
TAP & JAZZ
Join this fun, energetic class. Learn fundamental tap
vftol steps combined with the creativity of jazz. Registration
Fee $91.00/24 Sessions. Classes 40 min. Instructor Jessi.
Ages 8 -10 Sunday, December 6
Day Begins Time Location Activity # Y
Tues. Sept. 22 7:00 p.m. CC 11968 Free Fun!
Ages 10 & Up
Tues. Sept. 22 7:45 p.m. CC 11969 See Page 26!
Recreation Brochure __ www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
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Sunday, December 6
2 - 5:00 P.M.
Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
SANTA- 2 — 4:30 p.m. - Pictures taken with Santa for children!
HAYRIBES - 2:15 — 4:15 p.m.
MUM dIN6B - 2 — 4:30 p.m.
MASIE SHBW - 4:15 p.m. - Grand illusions, comedy, fun!
dHBbIBAY TREE biraNTINS - 5:00 p.m.
Please bring a new toy for Toys for Tots!
Refreshments!
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763 - 569 -3400 EENTER bIBNS Ebl1BI
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C OMMUNITY
PROGRAM & CLASS LOCATIONS TARGET CENTER & XCEL ENERGY EVENTS
CC = Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway I t Get tickets for these great events! The Cities of Brooklyn
Garden City School, 3500 65' Ave N Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and New
PCHS = Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd Hope have joined together to offer great ticket deals. Reserved
The Crossings/Brookwood, 6201 N Lilac Dr group tickets are available for children and adults of all ages!
Tickets may be ordered immediately online at
COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY RENTALS www.cityofbrooklvicenter.ore or over the phone with Visa
Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building or MasterCard by calling 763 - 569 -3400. Tickets are on a first
and alcohol is not permitted. Two rooms are available for a come basis; see individual deadline dates. A minimum number
variety of functions. To find out more about fees and of tickets need to be sold to ensure this group rate. If this
minimum is not met, you will be contacted. (In past years,
availability, call Jeannine at 763 - 569 -3470. Rooms available minimum has always been met.) Ticket Pick -Up:
Monday through Saturday. (Rentals not available on Sundays.) Approximately 7 days before performance date. You will be
Room set -up, including tables and chairs are included in the notified when tickets arrive at the Brooklyn Center Community
rental fee. The Community Center provides wireless Internet Center. Participants provide their own transportation.
service for our patrons. For information on how to connect, please arrive '' /z hour early for events.
please stop at our customer service counter.
Constitution Hall Target Center — Minneapolis Shrine
Constitution Hall is available for business and non - profit group Circus — Oct. 16
meetings and private functions. It is a
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great place to host a family reunion, Presenting the ultimate in exciting entertainment,
wedding reception, shower, graduation or the Minneapolis Shrine Circus returns with
anniversary party. Room set -up & PA another great show! From the moment the lights
system included in rental fee. This unique go down, you'll thrill to the spellbinding feats of / �!
room can accommodate up to 192 persons the acrobats & delightful antics of the Shriner
with banquet style seating & 250 for clowns & more. You won't want to miss one exciting moment
theater style. of this magical family show. Age 2 & older need a ticket. Cost
Philip Q. Cohen Community Room $10.00 /person for lower level seating. Show time is 10:30 a.m.
This room is located on the upper level of the community Sept. 23, registration deadline. Activity #12009.
center and is available for small group
functions. (Access is by elevator or Xcel Center — Disney Live! — Oct. 18 %
stairs.) Room capacity for theatre style Get ready — Mickey Mouse is in the house and
seating is 70, classroom style at 30 & getting ready for some fun! Mickey, Minnie,
banquet style 50. Goofy and Donald head off on an adventure to
find some great friends to help them out. You'll
Photographs of the facilities are available on the City's website get to sing along to cool songs, jump out of your
at www.citvofbrooklvncenter.oriz Click on Community seat to dance to the beat and laugh out loud with
Center and select Facility Rental Information. Also available Buzz, Woody, Cinderella, Tigger and more of your Disney
online is a facility rental inquiry form. Please fill out the form friends! Age 1 and older need a ticket. Cost $23.00 /person for
and click the submit button. A staff member will contact you reserved sec. 109 seating. Show time is 12:30 p.m. October 1,
with room availability. registration deadline. Activity #12010.
PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY Xcel Center — Disney On Ice —
COMMISSION Princess Classics — Dec. 13
The Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Advisory Your dreams will come true as Disney On Ice takes audiences
Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 on an amazing journey to the most enchanted places on earth!
p.m. at the community center. This commission advises the Travel to a kingdom under the sea, a magical palace in France,
City Council on the parks and recreation program in Brooklyn an Arabian castle, a garden where pumpkins turn into coaches,
Center. Bud Sorenson, chairperson; Gail Ebert; Muriel Lee; and more. Disney On Ice will play host to the gala of the year
Roger Peterson; John Russell; Tom Shinnick; Dan Starling. as Cinderella, Belle, Ariel, Jasmine, Mulan, Sleeping Beauty
and Snow White are joined on the ice by their dashing heroes
DEPARTMENT MISSION and their devoted sidekicks in this once -in -a- lifetime
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may extravaganza. Age 1 and older need a ticket. Cost $24.00/
share in the God given right to beauty, to sunshine, to person for reserved seating. Show time is 5:00 p.m. Nov. 23,
tranquility, and to the end that each may herein find the
registration deadline. Activity #12011.
laughter of childhood, the acceptance of youth, the fulfillment
of adult life, and the companionship of old age, through a Persons with hearing or speech impairment are
healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. served by the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice.)
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ADAPTRUE RECREATION
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The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley,
Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale & REACH for Resources. For persons not living in one of the cities listed above,
you are considered a "non- resident" please call for registration fee. Participants must pre - register. REACH is an agency serving
individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West & Northwest Hennepin areas. Services include
information, referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include social/recreation clubs and education programs. An integration
specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interested in participating in "non- adapted" parks and
recreation programs. A minimum of two weeks prior notice is requested. For information and registration procedures, call
Becca at 952- 988 -4177.
KID -FU WALKING
A martial arts program for kids ages 5 -12. Come learn the Join this recreational walking group to improve your fitness and
moves of Jackie Chan! Participants should wear loose enjoy the beautiful fall weather. Walkers meet at various
fitting clothing. Meets on Tuesdays, 5:30 -6:15 p.m., locations on Mondays, September 9- October 13, 6:30 -8:00 p.m.
Bass Lake Shelter, 5450 Northwest Blvd, Plymouth. Fee $25.
Session 1: September 15- October 27; Session 2:
November 3- December 15. Fee $40. WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a
SOCIAL SEEKERS group of people? Come join us Wednesdays for a variety of
Social group for TEENS 13 -21 years old with Asperger's fun, exciting events and activities. Program is designed for
Syndrome. Call Becca for more information, 952- 988 -4177. moderately involved adults. Meet at Crystal Community
Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. and nearby locations, 6:30 -8:30 p.m.,
GIRLS CLUB September 16— November 4. Fee $40.
Join other girls ages 13 -21 for fun & social skills development. ON THE TOWN
This club is designed for girls who are independent in their A popular social program for adults who can explore their
personal care. We meet one Saturday each month for a variety
of fun activities! The location varies. Fee $30. community with minimal supervision. We meet every other
week. Ages 18 -25, Friday evenings beginning Sept. 18. Ages
ACTIVE ADVENTURES 26 +. Saturday evenings beginning Sept. 19. Fee $20 plus
For ages 13 -17. Get to know new friends while trying new additional evening fee depending on activity.
activities! Fishing, games, art projects, community events and YOGA
more. Thursday evenings September 18- October 23 at various Increase attention span, muscle tone and flexibility in
metro locations. Fee $40. a comfortable environment! Held at St. Louis Park
Rec. Center, 3700 Monterey Dr., St. Louis Park.
BOWLING FOR ALL Adults: Tuesdays Sept. 22 —Oct. 27, 6:45 -7:45 p.m.
Join your friends for America's favorite sport! Bowl Saturdays, Fee $40
September 19— November 7, Noon -2 p.m. at Doyle's Bowling Family: For children with disabilities and their parents to learn
Alley, 5000 West Broadway, Crystal. Adults may also bowl yoga together. Siblings are welcome too! Tuesdays Sept. 22—
Saturdays, September 19- November 7, 3 -5 p.m. at Earle Brown Oct. 27, 5:30 -6:30 p.m. Fee $50 /parent and child, $20 for each
Bowl, 6440 James Circle N, Brooklyn Center. additional family participant.
Each week you will bowl two games. In addition
to the $35 league fee, there is a weekly fee of $3 GHOSTLY GALA
at Doyle's and $4 at Earle Brown. Join us for this annual spooky celebration on October 24, 6:30-
9:30 p.m. Games, prizes, food, music and dancing! All money
WEEKEND VENTURES raised at this event goes to fund the Reach for Resources
A wonderful getaway September 11 -13. We will spend Friday recreation department. The gala is held at Brooklyn Park
evening through Sunday morning at beautiful Camp Kingswood Community Activity Center, 6500 85th Ave N. Fee $8 pre -
in Mound. This is a weekend respite program for registered, $9 at the door.
ages 14 and older. Enjoy the crisp fall weather
hiking, campfires, Frisbee golf, and more! Don't INCLUSIONS
miss out! Fee $350. Call Becca for more Reach For Resources provides inclusion facilitators for children
exciting details. & adults with disabilities who would like to participate in their
city recreation programs. After registering for program, call
BLAST FROM THE PAST DANCE! - Nov. 13 Becca to discuss needs /accommodations for yourself or child.
Adults ages 18 & older. Get out your 80's gear, 70's Disco Minimum of 2 weeks notice required for a successful inclusion.
Style, or an outfit from any other decade and prepare to dance
the night away to old favorites. Pay $5 at the door; pre- ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY ED
registration not required. Staff is welcome to stay at no cost. WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS
Dance from 7 -9:00 p.m. at Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34th Recreation, education & support programs and classes for
Ave. N, Plymouth. For the Fall Formal on Sept. 25 and other adults with disabilities. Info 763 -504 -8390 or for hearing
dances, call 952- 988 -4177 for dates and locations. impaired use the MN Relay Service by dialing 711.
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 28 Recreation Brochure
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Indicate your child's swim level when registering. If you have questions about swim activities or what level to place your child,
call Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. All classes are held at the community center.
SWIM LESSON LEVELS
Introducing the NEW American Red Cross Swimming
Program. We follow the SIX level Learn to Swim Program. QnhW SWIM LESSONS - CHILDREN
Please refer to level descriptions & choose a level that best American Red Cross classes for children ages 4 and Ni z fits your child's ability. Welcome to our exciting program! older. Children may be tested the first day to assure
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills correct swim level. Classes have an average ratio of 5 students/
Introduces floating, kicking, gliding arm and leg action & instructor. Parents do not accompany child in water.
breath control. Focus is on allowing child to become safe and Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
comfortable in water & work on beginner skills. No previous Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity #
skills needed. Ages 4 & older. Tues. Sept. 15 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 12024
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Tues. Sept. 15 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 12025
Introduces the fundamentals of the front crawl and elementary Tues. Sept. 15 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 12026
backstroke. Students must pass level 1 or be able to float on Tues. Sept. 15 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 12027
their front and back. Tues. Sept. 15 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 12028
Level 3: Stroke Development Wed. Sept. 16 4:45 p.m. 1 -4 12029
Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development as Wed. Sept. 16 5:20 p.m. 1 -4 12030
participants learn to survival float, swim front crawl, diving Wed. Sept. 16 6:00 p.m. 2 -6 12031
skills, & elementary backstroke. Scissors & dolphin kicks are Wed. Sept. 16 6:35p.m. 1 -4 12032
introduced. Students learn the fundamentals of treading water. Thurs. Sept. 17 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 12033
Level 4: Stroke Improvement Thurs. Sept. 17 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 12034
Builds on level 3. Work on the breaststroke, butterfly, front Thurs. Sept. 17 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 12035
crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, and safety skills. Thurs. Sept. 17 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 12036
Students will learn the scissors kick and develop endurance Thurs. Sept. 17 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 12037
and confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to Sat. Sept. 19 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 12038
swim 30 yards with both front crawl & elementary backstroke. Sat. Sept. 19 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 12039
Level 5: Stroke Rernement Sat. Sept. 19 10:10 a.m. 1 -5 12040
Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front crawl, Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 1 -6 12041
elementary backstroke and demonstrate the sidestroke. Qnhe SWIM LESSONS - CHILDREN AFTERNOON
Students refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front
crawl, back crawl, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, work on Ages 4 -18. May be tested the first day to assure correct
flip turns, and dives. swim level. Extended swim included in cost; they may
Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency swim before or after their lessons. (Between hours 1 -5:30 p.m.)
Must swim 25 yards of breaststroke, sidestroke, back crawl and Note: We will try to accommodate specific lesson times; there
butterfly; 75 yards of front & elementary backstroke. Polish may be be changes on first day of lessons due to level enrollmenton first day of lessons due to level enrollment.
strokes to allow swimming with more ease, efficiency and Registration Fee $56.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
power over greater distances. Students will work on strokes Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity #
focusing on being able to complete 500 yards of continuous Mon. Sept. 14 1:30 p.m. 1 -3 12046
swimming using all strokes learned in previous levels Mon. Sept. 14 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 12047
including turns, survival floats, and surface dives. Mon. Sept. 14 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 12048
Mon. Sept. 14 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 12049
Mon. Sept. 14 3:50 p.m. 4 -6 12050
' • Tues. Sept. 15 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 12051
Tues. Sept. 15 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 12052
Qnfine SWIM LESSONS - PRESCHOOL/ Tues. Sept. 15 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 12053
KINDERGARTEN - Weekday Tues. Sept. 15 4:00 p.m. 2 -4 12054
Mornings Tues. Sept. 15 4:35 p.m. 1 -3 12055
Extended swim time included in the cost of the lessons. Thurs. Sept. 17 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 12056 Thurs. Sept. 17 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 12057
Minimum age 4. Students may swim between 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. in Thurs. Sept. 17 4:00 p.m. 4 -6 12058
the wading pool or with an adult in the shallow end of the pool. Thurs. Sept. 17 4:35 p.m. 1 -3 12059
Registration Fee $56.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # Swimming is the most important skill a child can learn; no
Mon. Sept. 14 10:00 a.m. 1 -2 12020 other lesson or sport can save a child's life!
Mon. Sept. 14 11:15 a.m. 1 -2 12021 We offer: -Safe, caring and professional instruction.
Fri. Sept. 18 10:00 a.m. 1 -2 12022 •A disciplined and fun learning environment.
Fri. Sept. 18 11:30 a.m. 1 -2 12023 -Building self - confidence while building skills.
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Aquatic Activities continued
Onlim It SWIM LESSONS - WINTER WARM -UP S CL
Looking for a way to jump start your swimming! Try a
mini session of lessons before winter is in full swing.
Brush up on past skills or learn new material. Levels 1 -5. Qn1iW COMPETITIVE
Average ratio 5 students /instructor. Classes twice a week for 2 For those who may be interested in joining a swim team.
weeks. Registration Fee $30.00/4 Lessons. Classes 45 min. Stroke analysis and development, speed turns, and basic
Day Begins Time Activity # fitness will be emphasized. Minimum swim ability is level 6.
M &W Nov. 30 5:30 p.m. 12060 Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
M &W Nov. 30 6:30 p.m. 12061 Day Begins Time Activity #
T &TH Dec. 1 5:30 p.m. 12062 Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12094
T &TH Dec. 1 6:30 p.m. 12063
001 ine DIVING - SPRINGBOARD
• `�'�a� Learn forward and back
approaches, setting the board for
Onlim SWIM LESSONS - TINY TOTS spring, terms, positions and basic front
Are you excited to introduce your littlest swimmer to fun and back dives. Must be at least level 3
in the water? Come join us for our newest class to swimming ability. Registration Fee �-�7 -'
introduce children ages 1 -2 to the water. One parent must $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
accompany child in the water. Children must wear a swim Day Begins Time Activity #
diaper. Classes 30 min. Thurs. Sept. 17 7:30 p.m. 12095
Classes once a week $48.00/10 Lessons Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12096
Day Begins Time Activity #
Tues. Sept. 15 5:45 p.m. 12064 Odw SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING -
Tues. Sept. 15 6:20 p.m. 12065 BEGINNER I 1 �6 Thurs. Sept. 17 6:20 p.m. 12066 Are you a level 3 or above swimmer? If so, try
Thurs. Sept. 17 6:55 p.m. 12067 synchronized swimming! Learn basic
Sat. Sept. 19 9:00 a.m. 12068 synchro skills and a routine. Swimmers will
Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12069 develop strength, focus, and team work k �"
Classes once a week $56.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim skills. Instructor USA Synchro Level I.
Fri. Sept. 18 10:30 a.m. 12070 Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes
j 001 im SWIM LESSONS - PARENT AND TOT 30 min.
It Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for Day Begins Time Activity #
children ages 2 -3. One parent must accompany child in Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12097
the water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Classes 30 min.
Classes once a week $48.00/10 Lessons
Day Begins Time Activity # SWIM LESSONS - ADAPTIVE
Tues. Sept. 15 6:20 p.m. 12071
Thurs. Sept. 17 6:20 p.m. 12072 Scheduled & by arrangement times available for all ages
Sat. Sept. 19 10:10 a.m. 12073 with physical or developmental disabilities. Ratio one
Classes once a week $56.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim student/one instructor. Missed lessons will not be made up.
Mon. Sept. 14 11:45 a.m. 12074 Registration Fee $100.00 /10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Day Begins Time Activity #
QnliM SWIM LESSONS - LIL' TOTS Tues. Sept. 15 6:55 p.m. 12098
NZ Check out our class for your lil' tot specifically designed Sat. Sept. 19 9:00 a.m. 12099
for their comfort level & needs! Great start to lessons for #12100 by arrangement only; call Natalie, 763 - 569 -3317.
ages 34! Extended swim may swim before or after lesson. Registration Fee $10.00 for one 30 min. lesson.
Limited to 4 participants /class. Classes 30 min.
Classes once a week $56.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim Q01ine AQUA BUDDIES Students with Autism
Day Begins Time Activity # Looking for a terrific lesson program for your child with
Mon. Sept. 14 9:30 a.m. 12075 Autism Spectrum Disorder? We are thrilled to introduce
Mon. Sept. 14 10:30 a.m. 12076 a new program where children receive one -on -one instruction.
Tues. Sept. 15 1:30 p.m. 12077 Graphic images may be used as part of instruction. Students
Fri. Sept. 18 11:00 a..m. 12078 have a chance to participate in a quieter pool environment in
Classes once a week $48.00/10 Lessons order to maximize learning & enjoyment. Instructors are
Tues. Sept. 15 5:10 p.m. 12079 trained in working with students with Autism and look forward
Tues. Sept. 15 5:45 p.m. 12080 to meeting your family. Registration Fee $100.00 /10 Lessons.
Tues. Sept. 15 6:55 p.m. 12081 Classes 30 min.
Thurs. Sept. 17 5:45 p.m. 12082 Day Begins Time Activity #
Thurs. Sept. 17 6:55 p.m. 12083 Sat. Sept. 19 9:00 a.m. 12101
Sat. Sept. 19 9:35 a.m. 12084 Sat. Sept. 19 11:20 a.m. 12102
Sat. Sept. 19 10:10 a.m. 12085 #12103 by arrangement only; call Natalie, 763 -569 -3317.
Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12086 Registration Fee $10.00 for one 30 min. lesson.
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Aquatic Activities continued
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Online SWIM LESSONS - ADULT & SENIOR Online SWIM LESSONS - SENSATIONAL
It ADULT - BEGINNER SWIMMING FOR TEENS
Have you ever wanted to learn to swim? This is the class Are you between the ages of 11 -18 and
to help you gain confidence and basic skills. You will start with want to learn how to swim? This is the class for
gliding and floating and build skills toward strokes. Men & you! Join us and build your confidence in the water. The focus
women ages 16 and up. Everyone is welcome regardless of skill is on individual needs and everyone is welcome! Registration
level. Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity #
Tues. Sept. 15 7:30 p.m. 12087 Thurs. Sept. 17 6:55 p.m. 12109
Thurs. Sept. 17 7:30 p.m. 12088 Sat. Sept. 19 10:45 a.m. 12110
Wine LIFEGUARD TRAINING - RED CROSS
Wine SWIM LESSONS - ADULT & SENIOR NrN Would you like to work at a pool? This American Red
ADULT - INTERMEDIATE Cross class is for you! Class will emphasize victim
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Have you taken lessons before but would like to learn recognition, surveillance & equipment -based rescues. Includes
more advanced skills? Would you like to start building your Standard First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Must
endurance? Class involves more focus on stroke development. be at least 15 by last day of class & pass pre- course test.
Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Registration Fee $215.00, includes book & pocket mask.
Day Begins Time Activity # Registration accepted immediately.
Tues. Sept. 15 7:30 p.m. 12090 Activity #12111 meets Friday, October 9 & 23, 5:30 -9:30 p.m.,
Saturday, October 10 & 24 from 10:00 a.m. -6:30 p.m. &
WiM SWIM LESSONS - ADULT WOMEN ONLY Sunday, October 11 from 10:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m.
Would you like to learn to swim, but are nervous to try? No refunds issued after September 30.
Women, this is the class for you! Sign up with a friend Activity #12112 meets Sunday through Thursday, December 27
and learn a fun new skill together! Learn in a fun and relaxed -31 from 11:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. each day.
atmosphere with a female instructor. Registration Fee No refund issued after December 17.
$48.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Day Begins Time Activity #
Day Begins Time Activity # Weekend Class Oct. 9 5:30 p.m. 12111
Tues. Sept. 15 7:30 p.m. 12092 Sun.— Thur. Dec. 27 11:00 a.m. 12112
Thurs. Sept. 17 7:30 p.m. 12093 WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS
Online It ADULT FITNESS SWIMMING - NEW Looking for a job teaching swim lessons?
Are you looking for a structured swimming workout? Do If you are age 16 or older, learn the art of
you want to improve overall fitness? An aquatics teaching swimming to all ages. When you
instructor will guide you through workouts, which will be complete class, you will be certified as a Red
tailored to your needs and goals. Come as often as you can - Cross Water Safety Instructor. Registration Fee
select the # of times that best fits your needs. Classes 2 hours. $220.00 /includes all materials. Registration deadline is Sept.
Day Date Time # of Sessions Activity # 21, space permitting. No refunds issued after Sept. 21.
Mon. Sept. 14 7:00 p.m. $65.00/10 12148 Questions call Natalie or Kirsten at 763 -569 -3317. Class meets
Mon. Sept. 14 7:00 p.m. $32.00/5 12149 Sat. Oct. 3 and Sat. Oct. 17, 10 a.m. -8:30 p.m. & Sun. Oct. 4
Mon. Sept. 14 7:00 p.m. $7.00/1 12150 and Sun. Oct. 18, 1 -7:30 p.m. Registration accepted
immediately. Additional classes will be available in fall &
winter. Contact Natalie at 763 -569 -3317 for future dates.
Day Begins Time Activity #
Sat. & Sun. Oct. 3 Varies 12113
SWIM LESSONS - PRIVATE - By Arrangement
For all levels, children or adults. Focus is on individual needs. Online WATER SAFETY AIDE
You select the number of lessons and we work to find dates and If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the
times that meet your schedule and needs. Ratio one student/one place to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming
instructor. Missed lessons are not made up. Request may be ability. Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the
made at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Under recreation, instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with
select Aquatic Activities, and swim lessons. Fill out request experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an
form located on right hand sidebar, select submit button or call apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration
Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. Fee $78.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
# of Sessions Fee Activity # Day Begins Time Activity #
Tues. Sept. 15 5:45 p.m. 12114
10 Lessons $170.00 12104 Thurs. Sept. 17 6:20 p.m. 12115
5 Lessons $85.00 12105 Sat. Sept. 19 9:35 a.m. 12116
1 Lesson $17.00 12108 By arrangement only; Natalie 763 -569 -3317; Activity #12117.
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Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, 763 -569 -3400
T•G•I•F• F AMILY NIGHT FGN FLOA Every Friday, 5 -8 p.m. �
Thank goodness it's Friday! For unsinkable fun, bring your favorite fun float to the
pool. Inner tubes, air mattresses, beach balls, floating animals, and noodles are all
welcome. Music played the second Friday of each month.
MEET 4- GREET DGNKIN* SPECIAL WATER. SLIDE DAM
Saturday, October 24, 1 -5 p.m. Friday, October 16, 1 -8:00 p.m.
Enjoy rockin' music as you take a dunk in the pool! Bring Friday, November 27, 1 -8:00 p.m.
your inner tube or floatation device. Meet the famous Enjoy extended water slide hours on these special days!
Dunkin The Dolphin Dunkin will award prizes to the
top winners in our "Best Dunker Contest." Come show SWIM LESSONS EXTPAVAG4NA
Dunkin your dunkin' skills! Saturday, November 28, 1 - 5 p.m.
Come show off your new swimming skills with an
DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY swim of fun! Bring your coupon from your fall
swim lesson skills sheet and get in free! Come with a friend
PARTY PACKAGE $( and listen to tunes while you float away the day with fun
-Use of the party room for I'/ hours! for everyone! Enjoy a yummy cookie and beverage for only
-Pool admission for up to 10 children! $1.00! Seepages 29 -31 for swim lesson information.
Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children!
$45.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS GROUP POOL RENTAL INFORMATION
REQUIRED WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION. Lifeguards provided for rentals! For info on rental
A minimum of seven days notice required. costs and availability, call Kirsten at 763 -569 -3317 or
Fee for additional children for the request on website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org.
Dolphin Birthday Party Package is $4.25 each. Select community center, then swimming pool. On the
Adults & youth ages 15 & older pay regular Group Pool Rental in the right sidebar, select information
pool & water slide admission fees. on rental costs and availability. Fill out the request form
♦ To make a reservation, please call 763 -569 -3400 and select the submit button.
Monday— Friday, 9:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Adult making Community Center Pool & Water Slide
reservation is responsible for supervising party. Room Looking for an idea for your group's next gathering? Try
limit 25 including supervising parents. Minimum a pool rental! Try the wild 150' water slide, diving
height for going down water slide is 52 ". Children less boards, water volleyball and more!
than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or be
North View Pool Rental
accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in pool. For an exclusive pool party, try North View Junior High
♦ Permitted - Commercially prepared or store bought
Pool at 69 &Zane Ave N. Available for group rentals of
cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, all sizes. Reservations must be requested a minimum of
orange or grape dye) and/or order pizza from two weeks in advance.
restaurants. No homemade food items including
crockpots, salads, sandwiches, etc. are permitted.
General Admission Prices Apple!
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MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE
Memberships entitle the member to use the Olympic swimming Monday & Friday Tuesday & Thursday
pool, 150' water slide, diving boards, exercise room and sauna 8:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
during hours listed to the right. Hours subject to change. Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:45 a.m.
• Individual Membership - Available to one person. to 1:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
• Dual Membership vailable to two Lap swim 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
p - people who both
reside at the same address. Proof of residency required. Wednesday Saturday
• Senior Membership - Available to Brooklyn Center senior 8 :45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 P.M.
residents age 62 & older. Proof of residency required. Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:00 a.m. to
• Senior Dual Membership - Available to two Brooklyn to 1:00 P.M. 1:00 p.m. Lap Swim -
Center senior residents age 62 & older who both reside at the Lap swim 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
same address. Proof of residency required. Sunday
• Household Membership - Available to two adults & up to 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
three dependents age 17 & younger or full -time students age
22 and younger who are attending post- secondary school. EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA SCHEDULE
Proof of residency and post - secondary status required.
• Household+ Membership - Additional dependents may be Monday through Friday Saturday
added for $6.00 per month, per person. 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday
MEMBERSHIP PRICES 1 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE
Individual $28.00 $76.00 $134.00 $218.00 Friday Saturday Sunday
Dual $36.00 $97.00 $173.00 $281.00 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Senior $22.00 $59.00 $106.00 $198.00
Community Center Pool,
Senior Dual $30.00 $81.00 $144.00 $270.00 Water Slide & Exercise Room Closed
Household $42.00 $113.00 $202.00 $328.00 Monday, September 7, Labor Day
September 8- 13- Cleaning
Household+ $6.00/ $18.00/ $36.00/ $72.00/ Thursday, November 26, Thanksgiving
dependent dependent dependent dependent Friday, December 25, Christmas Day
Friday, January 1, New Year's Day
. PRICES
10 25 50 100 AMENITIES & SERVICES
Punches Punches Punches Punches
• Pool - An adult must accompany children ages 5 &
Child up to age 14 & $31.00 $73.75 $140.00 $260.00 younger in the pool. Swimsuits required.
Senior 62 & older • Wading Pool - Available for children 6 & younger when
Youth ages 15 -17 & $40.50 $96.25 $180.00 $340.00 supervised by an adult. Swimsuits required.
Adult 18 & over 0 Water Slide - The recreation department reserves the right
to open the water slide during non - scheduled times. Children
*Punch card is for pool, exercise room & sauna. Use of water who are less than 52" tall and wish to use the water slide
slide is an extra $1.00 per time when using punch card. must pass swim test or be accompanied by an adult.
Punch cards are good for one year from purchase date. . Exercise Room - For ages 15 and older. Shirts and tennis
shoes required.
GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES • Sauna -For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this
With Slide Without Slide will not be allowed even if accompanied by an adult.
• Locker Rooms - Coin operated lockers provided. Secure
Children up to age 14 & $4.25 $3.25 your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in
Senior Adult 62 & older opposite gender locker rooms.
Youth ages 15 -17 & $5.25 $4.25 • Family Locker Rooms available.
Adult 18 & over • Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
LIABILITY REFUND POLICY
The Recreation Department does not provide accident • Requests for refunds must be made at least 24 hours before
insurance for participants in any of its programs. first class.
Participants assume all inherent risk of injury from their • A $5 cancellation fee will be charged per class, activity or
involvement in programs or activities. membership up to $200.00.
• For classes, activities and memberships over $200.00, 3%
NOTE of the fee will be deducted from the refund.
• Participant substitutions are not allowed. (You cannot • No refunds given on classes or activities of $5 or less.
sign up one child and replace him/her with a sibling or • If you find it necessary to cancel after the first class, make
friend.) your request 24 hours before the second class. Classes and
• We cannot prorate activity fees. memberships will be prorated plus the cancellation fee will
• We do not hold spots. be deducted from the refund.
• If a child is not picked up immediately after class, $5 fee is • No refunds will be issued after the second class.
charged for every 10 minutes after class ending time. • Refunds for classes, activities and memberships paid with a
• Spectators are not permitted. Class attendance is limited credit card at the community center in person, by phone,
to participants. mail or fax are credited to the same credit card.
• Children may get food, paint, or glue on their clothing & • Refunds for activities paid with a credit card using
shoes in art & cooking classes. Wear old clothes and/or eConnect (online) registration will be refunded by check;
bring a paint shirt or apron. please allow 2 weeks.
• Photograph notice: Staff takes pictures of program • Refunds for classes, activities and memberships paid by
participants to use for publicity purposes. Photos may cash or check are refunded by check. Checks are mailed;
appear in the brochure, on the website or other marketing please allow 2 weeks.
publications. REFUND POLICY FOR HOLIDAY, LIFEGUARD
• Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available TRAINING & ONE DAY CLASSES
upon request at least 96 hours in advance. For information,
call the director at 763 -569 -3407. Persons with hearing or . Requests for refunds must be made at least seven days
speech impairment are served by the MN Relay Service, before the class date. No refunds will be issued later than
711 (TTYNoice). seven days before the class starting date.
• Discipline - To insure a quality experience, a policy of • Refund cancellation fees described under refund policy.
discipline has been created. Rules will be given the first
day of class. Students who do not follow the rules set by If classes or activities are canceled
the instructor will be given one warning. If they choose not
to follow the rules a second time, they will be sent home by the recreation department,
from class and will not be allowed to return. No money a full refund will be issued.
will be refunded.
• Financial Assistance - For Brooklyn Center resident BROOKLYN CENTER
children who could not otherwise take a class due to
financial reasons. For info, call the director, 763 -569 -3407. COMMUNITY CENTER
Request and registration must be made in person at the 763 -569 -3400
Brooklyn Center Community Center.
OFFICE HOURS
NO NON - RESIDENT FEES Monday — Saturday, 8:30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m.
Unlike many of our neighboring communities, Brooklyn Sunday, 12:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Center Recreation Department does not charge non-
resident fees for any of our programs, classes or community HOW TO CONTACT US
center memberships. Recreation Director
Jim Glasoe 763 -569 -3407
INCLEMENT WEATHER Program Supervisors
• If classes or recreation activities are canceled due to Joe Ericksen 763 - 569 -3382
inclement weather, we will attempt to make them up. Kathy Flesher 763 - 569 -3405
Sometimes circumstances beyond our control do not make Sue LaCrosse 763 -569 -3406
this possible.
• Programs may be canceled due to weather conditions. Call Aquatic Supervisors
763 - 569 -3442 for a recorded message about activity
cancellations. Cancellations may be announced on WCCO- Kirsten Jankovich 763 -569 -3317
AM 830. 1 Natalie Ramirez 763- 569 -3317
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
eConnect (Online) Registration Begins Walk -In Registration Begins
Monday, August 31 Wednesday, September 2, 8:30 a.m.
IF YOU'VE TAKEN A CLASS Register at the Brooklyn Center Community Center.
If you have taken a class from us, you already have a login ID Phone -In Registration Begins
and family account PIN number. If you need assistance with the Thursday, September 3 , 9:30 a.m.
numbers, call 763- 569 -3400. Please have your Visa or MasterCard number ready.
TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT Phone -In registration hours:
• In person at the community center Monday — Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Call 763 - 569 - 3400 Sunday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
• Online at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or2 select parks &
recreation, eConnect form. Once you have a login ID and Mail -In /Fax -In Registration Begins
PIN number, you are ready to register for classes online. Tuesday September 8
Mail- In/Fax -In registration will be processed on a random
REGISTER FOR CLASSES ONLINE basis. Use form on bottom of page. Mail to: Brooklyn Center
MAN Recreation Department, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway,
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. Fax #763 -569 -3434. Please
1. Go to www.citvofbrooklvncenter.ora include payment.
2. On the Homepage click the Register Online go! button.
3. Click on an activity name and Nlake check payable to City of Brooklyn Center.
4. select "Add."
5. Enter your login ID number and your PIN number. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
6. Under "select a Client" select the family member who will
participate in that activity. REGISTER EARLY
7. Select "Continue" to continue shopping or "Go To Registration is on a first -come, first -served basis. Instructors
Checkout." not permitted to accept registration. The recreation department
8. Repeat steps 3 -5 to register for multiple classes or to reserves the right to cancel classes when an insufficient number
register other family members. have signed up. Waiting lists are kept for classes that are
9. Click "My Basket" to check your current registrations full. If sufficient requests, space & instructor are available,
before checking out. Please verify that you have the additional classes may be added. Classes have a minimum and
correct family member(s) registered. maximum number of registrants. Some fill to capacity early. In
10. To check out, click "OK" on the security notice, complete other cases, if they appear to be under enrolled, we may cancel
your credit card payment (Visa or MasterCard), and hit classes several days before the starting date. Sometimes
"Continue." Be sure to select the Complete Transaction individuals have expressed an interest in a class already
Button. (Note: you may print your receipt.) canceled. Please register early to avoid disappointment!!
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Mail- In/Fax -In Registration Form (Use separate form for each person.)
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Activity # Activity Name
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Form of payment: ❑Check ❑Visa ❑MasterCard Amount Paid
Card Holder's Name Exp. Date
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Special Needs (including food allergies):
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Registration form is for mail - in/fax -in only and will be processed beginning September 8.
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City of Presorted Standard
U.S. Postage
BROOKLYN Paid
CENTER Permit No. 2170
Minneapolis, MN
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center MN 55430
DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY 'PARV PACKAGE - $45.00
Use of the party room for 1Y hours! -Pool admission for up to 10 children!
PF -Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children!
$45.00 Non - Refundable Payment required when making reservation.
Minimum of seven days notice required for additional children for the Dolphin Birthday Party Package is $4.25 each.
Adults & youth ages 15 & older pay regular pool & water slide admission fees.
♦ To make a reservation, please call 763 -569 -3400 Monday— Friday, 9:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Adult making reservation is responsible
for supervising party. Room limit 25 including supervising parents. Minimum height for going down water slide is 52 ".
Children less than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or be accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in poor:
♦ Permitted - Commercially prepared or store bought cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape dye) and/or
order pizza from restaurants. No homemade food items including crockpots, salads, sandwiches, etc. are permitted.
040 1 N.F.I.E.0, PARTS
Saturday, October 31
1 -3p.m.
Brooklyn Center Community Center
Games! Prizes! Candy!
Pool/Water Slide Pass!
s
Activity #1 5- Sunday, December 6
2 — 5:00 P.M.
Brooklyn Center Community Center
Registration fee is SANTA - 2 — 4:30 p.m. - Santa pictures with children!
$5.00 /child. - HAYRIDES - 2:15 — 4:15 p.m.
Pre- registration by Walk ins
October 30 on day of party f ShIMY JIN60 - 2 — 4:30 p.m.
recommended accepted
on space MA61L SiFIOW - 4:15 p.m. -Grand illusions, funl
permitting fiGbIBAY `FREE bIGHTING - 5:00 p.m.
basis.
Limit - 200! Please bring a new toy for Toys for Tots!
Refreshments!
Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Lions Club!