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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009 Edition 167 Summer city brooklyncente r o FAQs4 Comments* Service CITY News ��. f or •• nts and the community Summer 2009 Edition 16 i, it f 9 f�, •w[ City Phone Numbers (763) You relnv�ted. City Hall / Administration 569 -3300 Brooklyn Center Earle Brown Days Festival Building /Community Stds 569 -3330 Inspection Scheduling 569 -3344 Don't miss this year's 27th Annual Earle Brown Days p Code Enforcement 503 -3173 Business & Development 569 -3330 Festival from Thursday, June 25, through Sunday, June 28. f Assessing 569 -3310 The festival celebrates the rich diverse heritage with family` Engineering 569 -3340 fun activities for all ages, showcasing local talent and Road Construction 569 - 3342.• Finance 569 -3320 drawing friends and families from the community and , Utility Billing 569 -3390 region. The four fun - filled days will feature traditional Community Center 569 -3400 Activity Weather Line 569 -3442 favorites such as a parade, craft & business expo, kids' Earle Brown fishing contest, family fun & games, golf tournament, face painting, magic show, Heritage Center 569 -6300 entertainment, concert, and a spectacular fireworks display. Centerbrook Golf 561 -3239 Fire 503 -3169 Police (General Info) 569 -3333 An exciting new addition to this year's festivities, the renowned circus Emergencies & Officer 911 performer and native of Mongolia Chimgee Haltarhuu and her family Assistance . will perform foot & hand juggling, hula hooping, hand balancing and Inside this issue comedy as "Circus Manduhai" comes to town. Neighborhood For the young and young at heart, appearances by special guests- Budget SpongeBob, Dora the Explorer and the famous Shrek & Fiona— are sure to be a hit. Other highlights include Honoring the Veterans and Street • families of our American Heroes, including the singing of the Service medley of the Five Branches — Army, Navy, Marine, Coast Guard and Air Force. A symbol Park, Shelter, Trails • of patriotism, small American flags will be provided to attendees thanks to donations by Landscape Duoos Bros. Post 630 American Legion and Palmer Lake VFW Post 3915. Don't miss the Recycling & ' opportunity to salute the guardians of our freedom! 00• Property Housing • On Sunday June 28, 2009, the Earle Brown Days Festival will wrap up with an Ice Cream Water Quality • ' Social, celebrating Earle Brown Heritage Center's 20th Anniversary. Ice cream and walk- Volunteer Opportunities "through tours of the Center will be available from 2 p.m. to 4 Contact City p.m. Refreshments will be served in the outdoor Courtyard, or in Carriage Hall if the weather does not cooperate. If you would like to be in the parade or _ S 'A Whether a participant or spectator, the Earle Brown Days be an exhibitor at Festival offers fun for everyone! Thanks to the generous the Craft & Business business and community organization sponsors, admission for Expo, please call the all events, except the golf tournament, is FREE! For a complete recreation division, schedule of events, please see page 28 or visit the website at (763) 569 -3400. www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org /Earle Brown Days Neighborhood Area Meetings Some Neighborly Advice Scheduled for 2009 Minnesotans enjoy the summer and all the hustle Once again the City of Brooklyn Center will host a associated with warm weather. In order to make series of Neighborhood Area Meetings. This is a sure the summer is enjoyable for everyone, please great opportunity to meet City staff and learn what is consider the following advice for a good and safe neighborhood. happening in your neighborhood. In 2008, we had more than 400 people attend the meetings. r�: Routinely mow and trim the lawn, and keep gardens and landscaped areas free of weeds. The parks are a great place to mingle with your Maintain the exterior of your home, garage, shed and fence. neighbors. This year's Neighborhood Area Meetings Make sure they are in good repair, free of peeling paint and deterioration. will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following dates and locations: rr ; Keep your yard clean, not messy. Properly dispose of junk, brush, garbage and other debris. Do not leave household May 28, 2009 Garden City Park items outside. July 23, 2009 Grandview Park Place garbage and recycling containers behind the front of August 20, 2009 Kylawn Park the house or in an enclosed structure except the night before September 15, 2009 Firehouse Park and day of pickup, with tight fitting lids so pests cannot get into. (A fifth meeting time and location is still being rx , Place vehicles located in the front yard on driveways or considered.) approved parking area. Junk or inoperable vehicles are not allowed. Vehicles may not be parked in the street overnight More information will be available on the City's or for more than 6 hours. website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org as the m Be careful with recreational fires. Make sure they are dates approach. If you have questions, please properly located and maintained so they do not become a contact Crime Prevention Specialist Becky Boie at fire hazard or nuisance due to smoke. (763) 503 -3272. , Since people enjoy the outdoors, please remember to keep the noise down. Loud talking, noisy parties, dogs barking, National Night Out loud stereos and other noises are often annoying to neighbors who are trying to enjoy the peaceful summer days On August 4, 2009 the City and nights. of Brooklyn Center will celebrate 25 years of Supervise children, teen and other minors and follow curfew I to make sure they do not get into trouble, get hurt, or participating in National become a victim of a crime. For safety reasons, children (and Night Out, which started 26 adults) should play basketball and other games in the yards years ago. We are very excited to be part of this or parks, not in the street. Check the city website for after - milestone and we want you to be part of this special school or summer recreation programs for some fun kid and night. teen activities. Keep pets under control at all times. For their safety and the In honor of this special event, the City will host a safety of others, do not let them run loose, clean up feces, Kick - Off Party on Monday, August 3, 2009. and keep them quiet. Updates will be posted with more information on Drive vehicles slowly and carefully through residential the City's website at www.cityorbrooklyncenter.org/ neighborhoods. Watch out for playing children, bikers, National NightOut pedestrians and potential hazards. Please contact Crime Prevention Specialist Becky For more information about city ordinances, please refer to the Guide Boie at (763) 503 -3272 for more information or if to Good Neighborhoods brochure or ordinances on the city website or you would like to start a Neighborhood Watch available at City Hall. g rou p. AND have a safe, healthy and enjoyable summer! City Continues to Prepare for Impact of State Cuts Preparing a city budget is a fairly complex in 2009 and another $770,000 in 2010, technology such as the website for process, accounting for basic government which combined equals approximately services (eCitizen, Council Meetings on services, capital improvements (city 10% of the city's general fund budget. line, etc.), cross - training staff where it buildings, streets, and other makes sense, implementing long -term infrastructure) and enterprise operations Other state considerations that would capital improvements, acquiring grants p p q (utilities, golf course, liquor stores, etc.). impact local governments include the and alternative revenue sources, and reduction of the County Court operations Brooklyn Center operates under a reducing services when necessary. balanced budget, where operating and no longer prosecuting certain expenses do not exceed revenues, which offenses. This action would not only As the city looks ahead to future budgets, is one reason it has achieved a Moody's reduce cities' ability to enforce many some changes will be required to continue Al rating. traffic, housing and livability codes, to operate within balanced budgets. revenue from certain enforcement Many options are being reviewed For the 2009 budget, the process began in activities would also be lost. including the Stimulus package for June 2008 with the City Council providing infrastructure improvements, HUD initial budget direction to staff. Brooklyn Cities throughout the state are facing foreclosure assistance, and grants. It will Center is among several cities that some of the biggest economic stressors— be a challenge to meet the growing needs receives Local Government Aid (LGA) as increase of healthcare premiums, deflated of the residents and businesses, and take part of its revenue source. At the end of home values, rising costs g operations, advantage of the opportunities that exist 2008, the State did not provide $540,000 aging infrastructure and higher demand for Brooklyn Center with limited as anticipated, which was covered by on city services. resources. The City Council and staff are budget savings and city reserve funds. Since staff reductions in 2003, resources committed to maintaining excellent Cities also learned that in the governor's have been focused in order to maintain service and will keep you informed of current proposal, state funds to many excellence in the services provided and changes as we tackle the difficult budget cities would be reduced, for Brooklyn address Council goals. Operations have challenges that lie ahead. Center specifically by more than $706,000 been streamlined including the use of Apartment Communities Earn Three Awards Brooklyn Center Businesses Win Awards Two Brooklyn Center apartment communities took home three awards from Minnesota Multi Housing Association's thirteenth FastSigns Receives "Small Business of the annual awards in 2008. The Multi Housing Achievement in Design, Year" Award Advertising & Community Support (MADACS) awards honor owners, FastSigns of Brooklyn Center was honored by the North staff, developers and vendors for their achievements in Minnesota's Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce with the Small multi- housing industry. According to Jane Huefner, co -chair of the Business of the Year award at its Annual Winter Gala Event. Awards Committee, "They are exceptional and deserve to be The awards recognize their outstanding contributions to recognized with our industry's highest honor..." the economy and overall development of the North Hennepin area. Todd Campbell of Twin Lake North won in the category of Maintenance Individual for 151+ Units for the second According to the Chamber of Commerce, FastSigns of year in a row for a comprehensive maintenance Brooklyn Center "continues to add capabilities to better program. service customers. Recent additions include more printer and plotter capabilities and a plasma TV in their showroom Todd Campbell Earle Brown Terrace won the Property Excellence so customers can watch the designing process. The shop (Courtesy of Award for Senior Housing, and Shelly Ehrler won in consistently ranks as one of the top FastSigns centers in the Martin PhotoMedia) the category of Leasing Consultant for her work at country. The store manager has received the Manager of Earle Brown Terrace. One service offered is the Year Award from the corporate headquarters for five "House Calls" where physicians provide years in a row. In addition, the company offers green primary health care at the apartment home. materials to clients who desire them, and is very involved For more information, please see the website in a variety of community organizations." laimie Kline has at www. langnelson .com /earlebrownterrace owned the store since 2001. Street Reconstruction Projects Underway Just as homeowners make the most of the spring and summer months to accomplish home maintenance projects, the City of Brooklyn Center focuses on maintenance of city streets and other infrastructure. For the past 16 years, the City has conducted a program to reconstruct aging streets and utilities throughout the community. This year the Public Works Department has scheduled two street and utility improvement projects and a sealcoating project to keep your vehicle riding experience smooth and safe. An overview of each project is provided. For weekly progress reports for the Aldrich Reconstruction and Sealcoating areas, please call the Construction Hotline at (763) 569 -3342 or visit the City's web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 2009 ALDRICH RECONSTRUCTION AREA This map to the left identifies residential streets 59TH A N scheduled for reconstruction in 2009. The proposed x x z Z 4 LAV project includes installation of concrete curbs and driveway aprons to assist in conveying storm water runoff to storm sewer catch basins. Sections of f existing sidewalk along the north side of 59 Avenue 58TH � are also scheduled for replacement. Utility work will d - " include replacement of approximately 2200 feet of a water main and 4800 feet of sanitary sewer main. The storm sewer upgrades include a storm treatment structure and a new trunk line under 1 -94. Work is expected to begin in early May and be completed by 57TH AVE N E:TT mid October. F-4-q Au 2009 SHINGLE CREEK PKWY AND 69TH AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION AREA T This map to the right indicates the collector streets ro osed to be p p reconstructed with a new bituminous road r _J ^ surface, along with minor repairs to the (� - ` 7 � ' storm sewer. While temporary lane \ � -- / closures will occur, two lanes of traffic will be maintained during reconstruction. The tentative schedule is to start work in early IL „ � FI& June and substantially complete work by the end of September. Continued on Page 5 771 2009 SEALCOA TING AREA ' OLIN It, No PFCs found in Water Supply " On February 11, 2009, the Minnesota Department of x Health (MDH) gathered samples of Brooklyn Center's drinking water in response to an initiative by the MDH and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to A determine if perfluorochemicals (PFCs) have entered " "` °p° our water supply through the use of certain firefighting foams. PFCs were not detected in the water samples. MDH engineers are in the process of sampling 14 other !i community water systems in Minnesota under the same initiative. - _ ± The MDH has indicated that no further follow -up is necessary with the water in Brooklyn Center. However, in spring the MPCA will further evaluate the locations at the fire stations where the firefighting foams that could g g have contained PFCs may have been used. As part of Sealcoating is scheduled to be completed along City streets the investigation, the MPCA may collect soil samples. identified on the map above. Sealcoating is routinely completed More information about PFCs can be found at the MDH each year to preserve the pavement and extend the service life of website, www. health .state.mn.us /divs /eh /hazardous/ the roadway. Public Works crews will complete crack sealing and to ics fcs. If you have questions about city testing, pothole patching prior to applying a chip seal to the road surface. please contact Public Works Director /City Engineer, Steve Lillehaug at (763) 569 -3328. Water Restrictions May 1- September 30 New Automated Permanent water restrictions are in effect from May 1 to Water Meter Reading „ 1 September 30 every year. This odd -even sprinkling ban does not Installations ,. apply to private wells —only the City water supply. According to City` Ordinances, a person who violates the odd -even sprinkling /watering Proceeding ordinance may be charged $25 per day fee. Other enforcement More than half of residents now have new automated actions may also apply. water meters- No more reading cards to send in and no more estimated readings! The City continues to work The water restriction not only encourages water conservation, it with Northern Water Works Supply to install the helps keep utility rates as low as possible. Without water restrictions, remaining meters in accordance with billing districts. the City might have to build a reservoir and pumping station, at an Although the installation process is convenient and estimated cost of $3.3 million. This would increase your water rate an quick in most cases (approximately 15 minutes), the estimated 20 cents per 1000 gallons, or by 20 percent. biggest challenge has been gaining access to some residences. It would be greatly appreciated if you Odd- Even Sprinkling Ban would promptly schedule an appointment when you If your street address is an ODD number (for example 5917), you may receive a notice. water your lawn and garden on ODD numbered days of the month (for example May 11). For more information pertaining to the Automated Water Meter Reading project, please visit the City If your street address is an EVEN number (for example 5916), you may website or call (763) 569 -3380. A special "thank you" to water on EVEN numbered days (for example May 10). those residents who have already changed out their meters. Thank you for your cooperation! Keep Storm Water Runoff Clean Keeping pollutants out of stormwater runoff is less expensive than installing stormwater treatment facilities. Some ways to prevent stormwater pollution are provided below: ♦ Do not use storm drains for disposing materials such as engine oil, antifreeze, or cleaners. If you wash your car, put it on your lawn so dirt and soap do not WHAT CRAYON WILL A CHILD NEED run into the storm drain, then move the car back to the driveway when it TO COLOR A LAKE IN TWENTY YEARS' dries. K EEP OUR LAKES THEIR NATURAL COLOR ♦ Limit fertilizer and pesticide use; leave grass clippings on the lawn. USE2 ' E RO-PHOSPHORUS LAWN FERTIU ♦ Follow the law! Minnesota's lawn phosphorus fertilizer law requires the use 50 N'T OVER FERTILIZE- of phosphorus free lawn fertilizer except when seeding a new lawn or a soil KEEP FERTILIZER AWAY test indicates phosphorus is needed. Following manufacturer's label F ROM STORM DRAINS. directions when using pesticides will protect you, others, water and prevent THESE THREE STEPS WILL accidental damage to the plants you are trying to grow. HELP PREVENT ALGAE BUILD•UP AND PRESOK For more information on watershed issues, visit the Shingle Creek /West MIMffSIDTA'S LAKES Mississippi Watershed web site at www.shinglecreek.org FOR THE FWURE. VW CLEA WATERMK FOR MORE INFO ON HOW TO Check Out the Picnic Shelters, Parks, & Trails QREEN UP YpUR !AWN AND NOT One of the favorite amenities of residents, Brooklyn Center's parks and trails THE LAKES system has grown from a one and three - quarter acre weed patch in 1957 to 20 parks and 522 acres including an Arboretum, the Palmer Lake Nature Area, the Shingle Creek Trail System and Central Park complete with tennis courts, ball diamonds, trailway and plaza. With a 20 -mile trail system extending to all neighboring communities and the Mississippi River close at hand, residents can walk or bicycle almost anywhere. A map with a complete listing of all park locations, amenities, and trails are available at the community center and on the city's website. The parks division strives to provide, protect and preserve a Park System that promotes recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Brooklyn Center community. For more outdoor experiences and to enjoy time with your family, friends, and coworkers, many picnic shelters can be reserved. To reserve a picnic shelter, call (763) 569 -3400 Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Park Reservation Reservation Resident Rate Non - Resident Rate Central Park & $40.00 $55.00 I Central Softball Field Shelter Bellvue, East Palmer, $15.00 $30.00 Evergreen, Firehouse, Freeway, Happy Hollow,F Lions, Northport & Twin Central Park Picnic Shelter offers covered and Lake Parks permanent seating for up to 28 people. Additional - picnic tables can be reserved for $10 /table. Landscape & Garden Contest The City of Brooklyn Center announces its 15th annual Landscape & Garden competition Applications must be submitted by June 29, 2009 Nominate yourself! Nominate a neighbor! Criteria for awards Just remember: To qualify for the contest, your property: • Applications or nominations must be submitted by Monday, • Must be in the Brooklyn Center city limits. June 29, 2009, with two photos. The photos will not be • Should pose no problems for the sidewalk or street. returned. • Must be well maintained, all structures (including • Judging will take place the week of July 6 -10, from 9 AM to 1 PM. fences) must be in good repair. • Awards will be announced in August. • Must not violate any City codes. • If y questions have an , please call (763) 569 -3340. ou • Gardens or landscaping must be partially visible y from the street. r____ _________ __________________-- ______ —_ - -� City of Brooklyn Center Landscape & Garden Application I I I I I Address of Property I I I Name of Property Owner I I I I Phone Work Home I I I i I I I I Nominator I I I j Address I I I I I Phone I I I I I Please clip and submit City of Brooklyn Center Landscape & Garden Contest I I nominations to: Engineering Division, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 L----------------- - - - - -� May is Asian /Pacific American Heritage Month _ Nearly 10% of Brooklyn Center's population reported as Asian alone or in combination A special thanks to Adopt with one or more other ethnicities in Census 2000. Throughout our history, Asian /Pacific -A- Park /Trail /Street Volunteer the L reef Americans have made great contributions to our heritage and prosperity. Asian /Pacific Weavers who were American is one of the fastest growing ethnic groups in the United States. inadvertently omitted During the observance of Asian /Pacific American Heritage Month, we celebrate the from the list of cultural traditions, ancestry, native languages, and unique experiences represented volunteers in the Spring among the ethnic groups from Asia and the Pacific. We also recognize Asian /Pacific City Watch. Americans whose love of family, hard work, and community has helped unite and sustain us as a community. a Important Date 2009 Living Green Expo Spring Special Material Droll -off Day Don' miss Minnesota's biggest environmental event! Saturday April 25, 2009 Saturday & Sunday, May 2 -3, 2009 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. O &M Facility Minnesota State Fair Grounds, Grandstand Building 8300 Noble Avenue North Admission is free! Phone: (763) 493 -8007 The Living Green Expo is a free, family - friendly event that No Charge inspires people to lead healthier and more sustainable lives. Electronics such as T.V., VCR, DVD /MP3 Player, Stereos, It features hundreds of exhibitors showcasing many Printer, Computer, Monitor, Cell Phone, etc. Antifreeze, sustainable and environmentally friendly products. There are Motor Oil & Oil Filters, Household and Vehicle Batteries, and many workshops showing how to do "green" things at home. Scrap Metal (remove non -metal parts) Visit www.li for more information on exhibitors, workshops, and activities. I Free Wood Chips -- -� Wood chips are available in the south parking lot at City Hall while supplies last. No limit— excellent for mulch! Bring your own shovel. Charge This is not a yard waste drop -off site. Please do not dump Appliance ($10), Residential Air Conditioner ($15), debris, wood chips, or other lawn waste at this location. Car Tire ($1), Truck Tire ($2 to $15 based on size) Also On -Site: Vietnam Vets of America Accepting Working Items At No Charge Spring Yard Cleanup Clothing, Shoes, Jewelry, Holiday Decorations & Artificial Trees, Cooking Utensils, Small Appliance, Dishware, Books, & Yard Waste Disposal Nat. Geographic Magazine, Towels, Bedding, Sewing, Office Equipment &Supplies, Camping, Eyeglasses, Computer Spring is a great time to prepare your lawn and gardens for Software, Electronics, Iron &Board, Games, Home the growing season. Removing leaves and twigs that have Decoration, Luggage, Musical Instrument, Telephone, and fallen, preparing flower beds, and overseeding damaged Tools lawn areas will help prepare your lawn and gardens for a healthy, strong growing season. And, don't forget to service Items Not Accepted by Vets and maintain your lawn mower (tune up, sharpen blades, oil e Furniture, Carpet, Mattresses, Garbage, Wheelchair, Hospital change, etc.) . More yard care tips can be found at the U of Bed, Walker, Child Car Seat, Crib, Stroller, High Chair, Baby M Extension Service at www.extension.umn.edu Walker, Glass Windows, Commercial or Gas Air Conditioners or Refrigerators, Window Treatments, Piano, Bathtub, Sink, Grass clippings, brush, leaves, and tree branches up to 10 Vanities, Paint, Chemicals, Auto Parts, Car -top Carrier, and inches in diameter may be taken to the Maple Grove Yard Construction Debris Waste Site, which opened for the season on April 1 *Note - Many usable household items can be disposed/ For residents, there is not a charge. Hours are Monday - exchanged for free through an online bulletin board at Saturday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 7 pm. The www.twincitiesfreemarket.org site is located at 14796 101st Ave. N., Maple Grove. The information line is 763 420 -4886. [DDICING f xtraord�w aril �ver��a��eop�e Home Purchase Programs Available 4 . Home purchase assistance programs are available for - qualified home buyers. The ReNew Loan and ReNew " Grant are available to promote re- occupancy of mortgage foreclosed, vacant properties. The funds for these programs are generated from a 2009 Property Assessulefit R eview Area special Tax Increment Finance (TIF) District that can only The Assessor's Office will be reviewing approximately 1,948 parcels starting May 1, 2009, with the yearly quintile be used for certain housing activities. inspection of residential and exempt properties. The 2009 quintile property review area includes properties located These programs are designed to attract responsible and West of Penn Avenue North and South of 59 Avenue North, informed homebuyers, assure that housing is safe and and all townhomes located in the city West of Xerxes livable, promote owner - occupancy, and provide Avenue. In addition, all duplexes, triplexes, and exempt homebuyers the ability to repair and remodel a home and properties will be reviewed citywide. Properties located make it their own. The city will also purchase outside of the quintile inspection area that have physically changed due to remodeling or new construction will be substandard properties under certain conditions for reviewed in the fall of 2009. demolition. Although property values change yearly based on market For program information, eligibility requirements, and information, Minnesota State Statute requires properties to application materials, please visit the City's website at be physically reviewed by an Appraiser every five years. The www. cityofbrooklyncenter .org /ReNewHomePrograms inspection takes approximately fifteen minutes and involves an exterior photo, exterior measurement review and an interior inspection of the property. Appraisers drive a city vehicle and carry a city photo identification card with them. Step Up To It Challenge Brooklyn Center Notices will be mailed this spring and summer notifying owners that the Appraiser will be working in their Don't forget to sign up for the Step Up To It Challenge. Join neighborhood. An appointment may be scheduled with the the free, four -week Step Up To It Challenge from May 18— Appraiser listed on the notice. If you do not schedule in June 14 to get or stay in shape! Show your pride, with advance and are not home during the day, the Appraiser friends at your side! See Page 15 for more information. may check exterior measurements, take a photograph of the home, and leave a tag on your door requesting to schedule an interior review. These tags are not marked with a date or Foreclosure Prevention time of visit for your security. Foreclosure prevention workshops and counseling services If the Appraiser is denied access to view a property, the are available. For more information, contact: Community Assessor is authorized to estimate the property's estimated Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin County (CAPSH) market value by making assumptions believed appropriate at (952) 933 -9639 or www.capsh.org, or the Minnesota concerning the property's finish and condition. Home Ownership Center at (651) 659 -9336 or Appointments can be scheduled from May through www.hocmn.org October, Monday through Friday, by calling (763) 569 -3310. If you have any questions regarding the quintile inspection For more info, please see the Foreclosure Brochure on the process, please call (763) 569 -3310 for assistance. City website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Analyzing Your Drinking Water 2008 Consumer Confidence Report Water Monitoring More information about contaminants and potential health effects can In accordance with Environmental Protection be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Agency and State of Minnesota regulations, the Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 426 - 4791. City of Brooklyn Center is issuing the results of drinking water for the Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water monitoring done on its period from January 1, drink to December he than the general population. Immuno- compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have 2008. The purpose of this report is to advance consumers' understanding of drinking water and undergone organ transplants, people with HIV /AIDS or other immune heighten awareness of the need to protect system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk precious water resources. from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA /CDC guidelines on appropriate Source of Water means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium are available The City of Brooklyn Center provides drinking water to its residents from from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 426 - 4791. a groundwater source: nine wells ranging from 313 to 340 feet deep, that draw water from the Jordan and Prairie Du Chien - Jordan aquifers. Results of Monitoring No contaminants were detected at levels that violated federal drinking The water provided to customers may meet drinking water standards, but the Minnesota Department of Health has also made a determination water standards. However, some contaminants were detected in trace as to how vulnerable the source of water may be to future amounts that were below legal limits. The table that follows shows the contamination incidents. If you wish to obtain the entire source water contaminants that were detected in trace amounts last year. (Some assessment regarding your drinking water, please call (651) 201 -4700 or contaminants are sampled less frequently than once a year; as a result, 1(800) 818 -9318 (and press 5) during normal business hours. Also, you not all contaminants were sampled for in 2008. If any of these can view it on line at www.health. state .mn.us /divs /eh /water /swp /swa contaminants were detected the last time they were sampled for, they are included in the table along with the date that the detection Compliance with National Primary Drinking Water Regulations occurred.) The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water The table of testing results on the following pages includes several travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves abbreviations. A key to these abbreviations is provided below. naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, Questions: and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or Residents encouraged from human activity. if you have questions about the City of Brooklyn Center Contaminants that may be present in source water include: drinking water • • . • • about opportunities Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may . • . participation decisions that may affect th- quality. come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. Key to abbreviations: Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be • MCLG— Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. farming. • MCL— Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. feasible using the best available treatment technology. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile • MRDL— Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level. organic chemicals, which are by of industrial processes and • MRDLG— Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal. • AL— Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban triggers treatment or other requirement which a water system must stormwater runoff, and septic systems. follow. Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the • 90th Percentile Level —This is the value obtained after disregarding 10 result of oil and gas production and mining activities. percent of the samples taken that had the highest levels. (For example, in In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the U. S. Environmental a situation in which 10 samples were taken, the 90th percentile level is determined by disregarding the highest result, which represents 10 Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations which limit the amount percent of the samples.) Note: In situations in which only 5 samples are of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. taken, the average of the two with the highest levels is taken to Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for determine the 90th percentile level. contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection • pCi /1— PicoCuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity). for public health. • ppb —Parts per billion, which can also be expressed as micrograms per liter (pg /I). Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to • ppm —Parts per million, which can also be expressed as milligrams per contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of liter (mg/1). contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health • nd —No Detection. risk. • N/A —Not Applicable (does not apply). I BROOKLYN CENTER ANNUAL DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT 2008 Drinking Water Testing Results MCLG MCL Level Found Contaminant (units) Range Average/ (2008) Result* Typical Source of Contaminant Alpha Emitters (pCi /1) 0 15.4 N/A 6.2 Erosion of natural deposits. (10/10/2006) Barium (ppm) 2 2 N/A .09 Discharge of drilling wastes; discharge from metal refineries; (04/12/2007) Erosion of natural deposits. Combined Radium (pCi /1) 0 5.4 N/A 2.2 Erosion of natural deposits. (10/10/2006) Fluoride (ppm) 4 4 1.1 -1.2 1.18 State of Minnesota requires all municipal water systems to add fluoride to the drinking water to promote strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories. Mercury (inorganic) (ppb) 2 2 N/A .05 Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge from refineries and factories; (04/12/2007) Runoff from landfills; Runoff from cropland TTHM (Total trihalomethanes) 0 80 N/A 1.4 By- product of drinking water disinfection. (ppb) Level Found Range Average/ Contaminant (units) (2008) Result' Typical Source of Contaminant Radon (pCi /1) (11/15/2005) N/A 451 jErosion of natural deposits. *This is the value used to determine compliance with federal standards. It sometimes is the highest value detected and sometimes is an average of all the detected values. If it is an average, it may contain sampling results from the previous year. Radon is a radioactive gas which is naturally occurring in some groundwater. It poses a lung cancer risk when gas is released from water into air (as occurs during showering, bathing, or washing dishes or clothes) and a stomach cancer risk when it is ingested. Because radon in indoor air poses a much greater health risk than radon in drinking water, an Alternative Maximum Contaminant Level (AMCL) of 4,000 picoCuries per liter may apply in states that have adopted an Indoor Air Program, which compels citizens, homeowners, schools, and communities to reduce the radon threat from indoor air. For states without such a program, the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 300 pCi /1 may apply. Minnesota plans to adopt an Indoor Air Program once the Radon Rule is finalized. Contaminant (units) MRDLG MRDL * *" * * * ** Typical Source of Contaminant Chlorine (ppm) 4 4 1 1.3 -1.6 1.49 lWater additive used to control microbes. * ** *Highest and Lowest Monthly Average. * * ** *Highest Quarterly Average. Contaminant (units) MCLG I AL 90% Level tf sites over AL Typical Source of Contaminant Lead (ppb) N/A 15 3 0 out of 30 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; (07/11/2007) Erosion of natural deposits Copper (ppm) N/A 1.3 0.78 0 out of 30 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; (07/11/2007) Erosion of natural deposits. If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. City of Brooklyn Center is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http: / /www.epa.gov /safewater/ lead. Some contaminants do not have Maximum Contaminant Levels established for them. These unregulated contaminants are assessed using state standards known as health risk limits to determine if they pose a threat to human health. If unacceptable levels of an unregulated contaminant are found, the response is the same as if an MCL has been exceeded; the water system must inform its customers and take other corrective actions. In the table that follows are the unregulated contaminants that were detected: Level Found Contaminant (units) Range (2008) Average/ Result Typical Source of Contaminant Sodium (ppm) 11 -22 22 Erosion of natural deposits. Sulfate (ppm) 33.3 -114 114 Erosion of natural deposits. Monitoring for unregulated contaminants as required by US Environmental Protection Agency rules (40 CFR 141.40) was conducted in 2008. Results of the unregulated contaminant monitoring are available upon request from Cindy Swanson, Minnesota Dept. of Health, at (651) 201 -4656. I I I Volunteer Opportunities Im C Inf Centennial Celebration Committee tr " "S A C� iM n„ Chair .� A P ity of Brooklyn Center In February 2011, the City of Brooklyn Center r� 10 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway will celebrate its 100 year birthday. The City �; v , Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 Council has established a Centennial �'"s www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org e -mail: info @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us Celebration Committee. It is the mission of the Centennial Celebration Committee to collaboratively share and celebrate the City Hall (763) 569 - 3300 past 100 year history of Brooklyn Center, and to inspire continued Job Information Line (763) 569 - 3307 greatness and distinction for the second century. Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by the MN Relay Service 711 (TTYNoice) The City of Brooklyn Center is looking for a Brooklyn Center resident Council Members for 2009 or a Brooklyn Center business owner or representative to serve as Mayor Tim Willson Chair of the Centennial Celebration Committee. The Chair presides Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450 over the meetings, ensures that the committee tasks are completed e -mail: mayorwillson @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us well and on time, ensures that the committee members work Councilmember Kay Lasman together, and reports the Committee's progress to the City Council. Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448 e -mail: councilmemberlasman @ci.brooklyn- center.mn . us Appointment to the position of Chair of the Centennial Celebration Committee will be made by the Mayor. Application deadline is Councilmember Tim Roche May 15, 2009. Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447 e -mail: councilmemberroche @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Financial Commission Councilmember Dan Ryan Voicemail: (763) 569 - 3445 The Brooklyn Center Financial Commission is seeking members to fill e - mail: councilmemberryan @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us two vacancies. The Financial Commission meets at City Hall several Councilmember Mark Yelich times a year, as well as in joint session with the City Council during the Voicemail: (763) 569 - 3444 budget planning process. Final appointment will be made by the e -mail: councilmemberyelich @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Mayor and City Council. City Manager Curt Boganey Planning Commission (763) 569 - 3300 The Brooklyn Center Planning Commission is seeking members to fill City Council Meetings two vacancies. The general purpose of the Planning Commission is to City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and 4th act in an advisory capacity to the City Council on issues related to Monday of the month at 7 p.m. planning, zoning, sign, and subdivision matters. The Planning Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 p.m. before Council meetings Commission meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at for persons who wish to address the City Council about issues not 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. Final appointment will be scheduled on the agenda. made by the Mayor and City Council. City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following the Regular Session City Council meetings. Charter Commission City Council meetings are broadcast live on cable Channel 16, The Brooklyn Center Charter Commission has openings for Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 2:30 a.m. commissioners. The Charter Commission meets quarterly, generally and 10:30 a.m. You may also watch City Council meetings on - line , on the fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The Charter Commission demand at your convenience through a link on the City website. reviews the City's Charter, which is the governing constitution of the Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 - 3300 or visit the City. Final appointment is made by the Fourth Judicial District Court. City's web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.oLg We want to hear from you. If you have important For more information about the roles and responsibilities or if you are community news, an interesting story or ideas to interested and would like an application packet, please visit City Hall, , share, please contact City Hall at (763) 569 -3300. 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, the City's web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org, or call City Clerk Sharon Knutson at Printed on Recycled Paper (763) 569 -3306. I INSIDE THIS ISSUE Adult Activities ..................... 14 -17 Entertainment In The Park... 17 tr Q,O ` Boomers & Beyond .............. 18 -19 Community Tripsters ........... 19 -20 Preschool Kids ...................... 21 f an.�nA Tb:iAH MM19 F. Youth Activities .................... 22 -26 Adaptive Recreation ............ 26 Teen Activities .................... 27 Earle Brown Days Festival.. 28 Community Bulletin Board.. 29 Class Locations ................... 29 Centerbrook Golf Course.... 30 Outdoor /Tennis .................... 31 Aquatic Activities ................. 32 -34 r Pool Hours & Rates............ 35 Pool Special Events .............. 36 -37 General Information ............ 38 Registration Information..... 39 Registration Form ................ Back Page Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation & Services Department 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center MN 55430 763 - 569 -3400 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or� Please register a minimum of two days in advance of Qnhe AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP the class starting date to avoid disappointment WATER COMBO q q o of your class being cancelled. Our "combo" class combines warm up, stretching, aerobic exercise ° � V PS T and strength training for a full body Qnhe AQUA EXERCISE — SENIOR workout. Designed for all fitness levels and can be easily This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women modified for a lower or higher intensity workout. Seniors may 62 years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age register for $34.50; online registration is not available. requirement.) You do not need to be a swimmer or put your Registration Fee $37.25/12 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. face in the water. If you are registering for the first time, please Instructor Vicki. furnish your doctor's name & number. Registration Fee Day Begins Time Location Activity # $31.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor LeVon. Wed. June 10 8:00 a.m. CC 11796 Day Begins Time Location Activity # Tues. June 9 8:00 a.m. CC 11791 Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swimsuits; Qnh AQUA EXERCISE 2— SENIOR �\ sorry, we are not responsible. For ersons who are read to take their rr� P Y water exercise workout to the next level. Qnhe AQUA EXERCISE — Water buoys and unique variations using the �� DEEP WATER WORKOUT noodle are all part of the challenge. You are Using a floatation device, the instructor combines encouraged to participate in the intensity level aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and water jogging that works for you! Registration Fee $31.50/11 Sessions. for an excellent over all body workout! Designed for all fitness Classes 50 minutes. Instructor LeVon. levels and can be easily modified for your intensity level. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Swimming skills are not required but participants should be Fri. June 12 8:00 a.m. CC 11792 comfortable in deep water. Floatation belts and noodles furnished. Registration Fee $31.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 Qnhe AQUA EXERCISE minutes. Instructors Kathy & Jean will team teach. An invigorating high - energy class, which includes a Day Begins Time Location Activity # warm up, cardio and full body toning. You are Tues. June 23 7:15 p.m. BJHS 11797 encouraged to participate in the intensity level that suits you best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! Seniors may register for Saturday class #11793 for $31.50; online QCh AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN FOR 65+ registration is not available. No class July 4. Classes 50 Think about starting the day in this fun class! Bev is an minutes. Instructors Kathy & Jean will team teach the BJHS inspiring instructor who knows how to keep you classes. Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # motivated with a variety of exercises. This class Classes once a week, $34.25/11 Sessions emphasizes routines designed to improve ` Sat. June 13 8:00 a.m. CC Jean 11793 strength, flexibility and endurance at a level Classes once a week, $37.25/12 Sessions safe and comfortable for you. Although this Thurs. June 11 8:00 a.m. CC LeVon 11794 class is directed towards individuals 65 years Classes once week, $31.00/10 Sessions and older, interested individuals of variable r Tues. June 23 6:25 p.m. BJHS K/J 11795 ages may attend. No class June 29 & July 2. v Registration Fee $31.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Day Begins Time Location Activity # POOL ACCESS Thurs. June 11 9:30 a.m. CC 11798 Brooklyn Center Community Center Mon. June 15 9:30 a.m. CC 11799 Pool features a full ramp with handrail to provide complete access to persons with physical limitations. Qnhe MAT PILATES Brooklyn Junior High School Pilates is a body sculpting system for losing weight, Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with gently sloping sculpting lean, long muscles and reshaping and steps. The weight capacity is 300 lbs. strengthening your body from head to toe. This class will leave you feeling lighter, taller, leaner and relaxed. Registration Fee $34.25/11 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor LeVon. CC = Community Center, I Day Begins Time Location Activity # BJHS = Brooklyn Jr. High School, 7377 Noble Ave N. Tues. June 9 6:00 p.m. CC 11800 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 14 Recreation Brochure Adult Activities continued STRENGTH TRAINING j ' e BODY FAT TESTING & FITNESS ANALYSIS "Strong women and men stay young." Age 30 or 90, fit I or unfit, this program can build bone density, lose I Near - infrared light & amini- computer measures body weight, and gain strength and energy. Basic exercises using I fat within 1 accuracy! EASY! (Its like having blood weights are geared to individual ability and can put you in the 1 pressure taken without the pressure.) Body fat is a more valid shape needed for a healthier and more active 1 measure of health than weight, height, &tape measurements. I lifestyle. Authorities claim strength training can Less body fat means less risk for heart disease &back injury. decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and I Computer takes the information & sets up a week -by -week osteoporosis. If you own weights, bring them. I goal program for weight &body fat reduction. Learn specific Otherwise, wait until after the first class before I information regarding your personal calorie intake & exercise purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle weights. i requirements to reach your target in a computer - generated Although the morning classes are directed I realistic number of weeks. Your consultation will be with an toward individuals 65 years & older, R.N. in groups of 3 with personalized attention. Consult individuals of variable ages may attend. No I approximately 45 minutes. Registration Fee $11.50 11 Session. 1 class June 29 & July 2 . Classes 50 minutes. I Registration accepted immediately. 1 Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # I Day Dale Time Location Activity # 1 Classes once a week, $31.50/11 Sessions I Thurs. May p 14 6:15 m. CC 11809 1 Thurs. June 11 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 11801 1 Mon. May 18 5:00 p.m. CC 11810 Mon. June 15 10:30 a.m. CC Bev 11802 j Thurs. May 21 6:15 p.m. CC 11811 Classes once a week, $31.00/10 Sessions `-------------- - - - - -- - - - -' Wed. June 17 5:15 p.m. CC Sue 11803 Qnhe STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" — FOR WOMEN See class description above. This class will include a weekly "AB" workout and specific strength training exercises for the lower back. Registration Fee $37.25/12 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Vicki. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Mon. June 15 6:15 p.m. CC 11804 e AEROBICS and CARDIO IT DANCE �� High energy, low impact with a P twist! Move to music as you increase endurance level and bum fat. Combines May 1 8 - u n e 14 aerobics and easy dance steps giving you a y great cardio workout. Simple and fun suitable for all levels. Dance experience is not required. Take the challenge! It's a fun, light- hearted way to connect LeVon and Sue's enthusiasm will get you moving! Registration with family, friends, neighbors and get in shape. Eleven Fee $31.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Cities will compete to see which one has the most active Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # people living or working in their City. Hennepin County and Tues. June 9 7:00 p.m. CC LeVon 11805 the Minnesota Twins will honor and recognize the winning Wed. June 17 6:15 p.m. CC Sue 11806 City and the 10 most active people from each City at a Twins home game. Qnhe HATHA BEGINNING YOGA How does it work? There are many benefits to Yoga including improved Each Step Up participant keeps a running total of the steps muscular strength, flexibility and stress reduction. This taken during the challenge using a pedometer or an activity class is designed to give the student an understanding of yoga basics. The instructor will start with simple conversion chart. Other activities such as Tai Chi, biking poses that stretch your shoulder muscles, spine, skateboarding, gymnastics, Yoga, dancing, mowing the lawn lower back, hips and groin. You will leave or house cleaning can count toward your overall steps. A web refreshed, calm and relaxed. Bring a towel and site allows you to record your steps online, or your steps can water bottle. No class July 2. Registration Fee be called in or faxed. $31.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Mary Jane. Best of all it's free! Day Begins Time Location Activity # Register online www.stevtoit.org or call 612- 348 -5618. Thurs. June 18 5:00 p.m. CC 11807 Applications are also available at the Thurs. June 18 6:00 p.m. CC 11808 Brooklyn Center Community Center. Recreation Brochure 15 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Adult Activities continued 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 only during this summer session. 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 a 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 $43.20 11812 12 Classes $46.20 11817 10 Classes $36.00 11813 10 Classes $38.50 11818 8 Classes $28.80 11814 8 Classes $30.80 11819 5 Classes $18.00 11815 5 Classes $19.25 11820 1 Class $3.75 11816 1 Class $4.00 11821 ** *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 or change location; if we know what class you attend, we will attempt to notify you. FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES EXERCISE ROOM • Wear comfortable clothes & fitness shoes. The exercise room, located on the upper level of the • Mats are provided. community center, offers complete fitness equipment • Noodles and aqua belts are provided. for cardiovascular and strength conditioning. Minimum • All classes coed except Strength Training, Back & age 15. Shirts & tennis shoes are required in the "Abs" for Women. Exercise Room. Seepage 35 for hours. / �J • Note class cancellation dates in descriptions. Any additional changes will be noted on the fitness Circuit Training Equipment calendars available from instructors and at the Fit Express Hip Abduction/Adduction community center service desk. You may also call Fit Express Abdominal/Low Back 763 -569 -3400. Classes are added at the end of a session Fit Express Pectoral/Deltoid to cover these cancellations. Fit Express Shoulder Press/Pull Down Fit Express Leg Extension/Leg Curl Fit Express Squat Fit Express Lift Task a �1 Fit Express Chest Row � PEa Fit Express Bicep/Tricep P Et� �S BASIC EXERCISE ROOM Fitness Technology Rotary Torso ��`► ORIENTATION Precor Stretch Trainer COMMUNITY CENTER Cardiovascular Equipment EXERCISE ROOM Life Fitness Treadmills — 4 Learn proper fitness equipment Life Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainers — 4 techniques for a safe & effective Precore Elliptical — 1 workout. This is a basic one hour Star Trac Recumbent Bikes — 2 walk - through to help you understand how to use each machine Life Fitness Stair Climbers — 3 correctly. A fitness specialist will assist you on the proper use Stair Master Free Climber — 1 and correct form. This is not an individual program design Streneth Trainin¢ Equipment session. Free for members or patrons who have paid general Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg admission for the day. $10 reservation fee refundable upon Extension; Life Fitness Multi - chest; Life Fitness Bicep/Triceps; completion of orientation or cancellation 48 hours in advance of Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable appointment. Appointments are Monday through Saturday. Call Crossover; Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells 763 -569 -3400. Life Fitness Lat Pull Down/Low row www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 16 Recreation Brochure Adult Activities continued ................................... ............................... POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB Designed for advanced students who are proficient in Club is sponsored by Brooklyn Center Community Activities, throwing, hand building and glazing. The instructor will 2 Recreation & Services Department. Meetings are the second be in the lab three times during the eight -week session. This is : Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall at an ideal format for participants who want to work 2 Brooklyn Center Community Center. The purpose is to independently yet need some instruction either in promote social, cultural & civic activities for area women. new techniques or with problem solving. ; Annual dues are $10. Monthly meetings are informative with Participants with less than 4 years experience 1 may register at the discretion of the instructor. entertainin programs. Last meeting before breaking for g Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, summer is on May 12. A busy afternoon is planned with a firing and tax. For heavy luncheon, installation of officers, presentation of the g vy production, each . scholarship awards and entertainment. Monthly trips and tours additional 25 lbs. of clay is $41.30, which are offered to members; details available at meetings. April includes glazes, firing &tax. Registration Fee ; 29, chocolate tasting and lunch in Stillwater. May 28, History $106.80/8 Sessions. Classes 2%z hours. Instructor Theatre to see Twenty Days to Find a Wife with lunch at Chad. ; Dixie's. Trips for members are planned through May. For Day Begins Time Location Activity # ; information, please call 763 -566 -8303 or visit the website at Mon. July 13 6:30 p.m. CC 11822 2 www. cityofbrooklyncenter .org/womensclub. ................................... ..............................: POTTERY — LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES NORTHWEST METRO ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the Adult Wiffle Ball League community center or have had previous experience and are For ages 18+ of any skill level. Teams of 3 -5. Location — various familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited parks in Crystal or New Hope. Call Crystal Recreation basis other than class times and students may have pieces fired Department at 763 -531 -0052 to register; deadline May 22. in the ei t -week eriod. The lab League runs Wednesdays, June 3– August 5, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. individuals who want to work independently. Registration fee p program designed for Registration Fee: $50.00 /Team/10 weeks plus tournament. includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and tax. (Additional clay Ultimate Frisbee Leagues is JILIQ, which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing and tax.) This is a limited - contact team sport played with 6 players /side Arrange your own time to work in the lab during the eight and a flying Frisbee on a football field. Object is to score points weeks. No instruction. New lab participants are asked to meet by passing the disc to a teammate into the opposing team's end with the instructor for an orientation at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, zone. Once players catch the disc, they can only advance it by July 13. Registration Fee $103.63/8 Weeks. making another pass. Cooper High School Stadium, 8230 47 Day Begins Time Location Activity # Ave N, New Hope. For info or to register, call Steve, New Hope Week of July 13 CC 11823 Recreation at 763 -531 -5155. Men's League meets Fridays, June 19- August 14, 6 -9:00 p.m. and Co -Rec League meets Sundays, June 21- August 16, 6 -9:00 p.m. Registration Fee: $90.00/Team. Lit! UW Tuesday, July 7 — Brooklyn Community Band — Traditional band music Tuesday, July 14 — Jeff Brooks —featuring "Minnesota Morning" Tuesday, July 21— Coda — Smooth jazz, swing music Tuesday, July 28 — Reuben Ristrom Band — Dixieland jazz Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. Central Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Central Park is accessible to persons with disabilities. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. In case of rain, program will move indoors to Constitution Hall at the community center. Schedule is subject to change. Questions call 763 -569 -3400. Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org FIVE CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROVIDES BOOMERS BEYOND RIDES FOR SPECIAL DESTINATIONS LISTED IN THIS COLUMN Pre - registration required; call 763 -531 -1259 at least one week Mission Statement: "We are dedicated to the in advance unless otherwise noted. Registration is based on a enrichment of the lives of boomers & beyond and their space availability. The special fare for a round trip ride is $7 families by providing quality classes and programs, cash or 2 punches from pass card. Fare and punch pass trips, community resource information and volunteer purchases are payable to the driver. $14/4 punches and $28/8 opportunities." If you have questions, call Kathy, punches. All other costs listed below are on your own. Bring Program Supervisor at 763 - 569 - 3405 . cash or credit card, some restaurants do not accept checks. If you are unable to attend after making a reservation, please call FIVE CITIES the 5 Cities office so someone from the waitlist can take your TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM place. Bus picks up at Brooklyn Center Community Center Transportation is offered for persons 60 & the Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive with 6 or more people. years and older from apartment complexes Parking available for non – residents. If the minimum of 6 is not W and homes. met, participants will be given the choice of a Robbinsdale or It's More Than Just A Ride! Crystal pickup. These destinations are made possible in part by Information & Reservations — Monday - Friday a generous contribution from Humana. 763 - 531 - 1259 WITH SENIORS IN MIND Regular Destination Fare: $3.50 per round trip with the Visit the MN History Center for special free programs. punch pass card or $4 cash. Mini -coach transportation to City Bring a bag lunch or visit their Cafe MN. May 12 – The sponsored programs at the Brooklyn Center Community Songs She Sang Back Home - Energetic performance of Center, grocery, malls and discount stores. Pharmacy and popular American music of the 1940's by Harry James, banking opportunities are available at some stores. Johnny Mercer and Frank Loesser. July 14 -Tales of the Road – Broadcast journalist Cathy Wurzer unearths Special Destination Fare: fascinating stories about the places she visited along Highway See information listed at the right. 61 – as part of a project for a public television documentary and No one is denied a ride due to the inability to pay the full fare. a companion book. Here's a road trip you won't want to miss! Please contact Rita for assistance 763 -531 -1274. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. Special fare applies. PRISM EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION BC BRUNCHERS 763 -529- 1252— Monday - Friday Join the "bunch" for an early lunch at local area restaurants. Transportation to medical and dental appointments in Brooklyn Home pickups available. Individual checks including tax and Center or North Memorial Hospital and their affiliated clinics. gratuity will be available. A great time to get together to visit A donation of $5 per round trip is suggested. If you hear a with old acquaintances or meet new. Call for dates and recording, leave your name, phone number, date, location and restaurants. The fare is one punch pass or $4 cash. time of appointment. For the ride home, the final pick up is ST. PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 2:30 p.m. On May 15, join us for the Friday Coffee Concert at Wooddale FREE HELP FOR MEDICARE RECIPIENTS Church, Eden Prairie. There will be complimentary coffee and Brooklyn Center Community Center donut holes in the lobby followed by the concert– No Income Limits! Mendelssohn s Octet. Tickets are $10 /person. After the concert, Confidential, Free Assistance & No Sales! we will stop at Good Day Cafd for lunch. Lunch cost is on your own. Register by May 1 at New Hope Parks and Recreation, 763 -531 -5151 or mail to 4401 Xylon One hour individual appointments at 9, 10 & 11 a.m. on May 13, June 10, July 8 and August 12 Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428. Approximate. time � Call Kathy 763 -569 -3405 to schedule your appointment. 9:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Special fare applies. FORUM AND THE FORK Example of questions: An inspiring day with a free organ concert, lecture and • Choosing the best supplement health insurance complimentary refreshments at Westminster Presbyterian • Understanding Medicare Part D Church in Minneapolis. May 7, Interfaith Leadership in a • Low Income Options Time of Religious Crisis – Eboo Patel author, founder and • Sorting out medical and hospital bills Executive Director of Interfaith Youth Core, a Chicago • Medicare coverage for a given service -based nonprofit group committed to building mutual • Appeals respect among religiously diverse youth. Approximate • Medical assistance time 10:20 a.m. -2:45 p.m. Special fare applies. Volunteer counselors are trained by Senior Community Services; appointment space provided by the Brooklyn Center Other destinations: June 4 —Mall of America Community Center. Caregivers or family members are June 5—MN Landscape Arboretum welcome to schedule an appointment for Medicare recipients. August 7 —Como Conservator & Zoo. Call For info. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 18 Recreation Brochure Boomers & Beyond Activities continued LEISURE TIME DROP -IN COMMV NITY � IW If you enjoy cards, you are welcome to�!cT�IT� join us on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. - 0 2 p.m. Partners are not required to play. Come, bring your lunch and have a fun afternoon. Coffee & tea provided. Everyone contributes $1/ 0 week to the kitty, which helps defray the cost for supplies, Q 0 refreshments & prizes. Birthdays are celebrated the I' a Wednesday of each month with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone exce�t those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The 2 Wednesday is Progressive 500 0 ���� j with prizes for the two top scores, non - player and a drawing. s 0 The last Wednesday features "Crazy" Progressive 500. April 15 is a spring party luncheon, reservations required. If you do not play cards, informal instruction is available from r7 The arrangements have been the players. Hosted by volunteers Art and Peggy. Please call made, pack your bag and join Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. other adults who love to b000000000000000 - travel! AARP ► If you would like a trip 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING z ' brochure sent to you, Auto Insurance Discount call 763- 569 -3405. Registration accepted immediately! FEE —AARP Members $12 & Non - members $14. Membership information, call 1- 888 - 687 -2277. Cost includes hotel stay, tax, gratuities on included meals This classroom training program is and attractions, tour hostess, guides and some meals. designed to help persons 55 and older Triple, quad and single accommodations are also improve their driving skills while available. Deposit dates are based on available space. teaching them how to avoid accidents & traffic violations. No tests; course completion is required to initiate the 3 year auto insurance discount and become a better BAYFIELD AND driver. Instructors are trained volunteers. MADELINE ISLAND BIG T6t;'Ciiai4auQ August 19 & 20 Eight Hour — If you have never taken the training or if you A deluxe motor coach tour, $385 per person with two per room. haven't taken the refresher course for more than three years. Lodging for one night is at Hotel Chequamegon in Ashland For class locations in the surrounding area, call the AARP Wisconsin. One coffee stop, breakfast, two lunches and one office at 952 - 858 -9040, Monday- Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. dinner are included. Attractions featured are the Rittenhouse Four Hour Refresher — For persons who have completed the Inn experience, Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua and eight hour mature driving course within the preceding three Madeline Island tour. Deposit due by July L Activity #11767. years. 1 Session. Date Day Time ALBUQUERQUE June 3 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. BALLOON FIESTA July 1 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. August 5 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. October 1 -5 September 2 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. A 5 day air and deluxe motor coach tour, $2,250 per person with two per REGISTRATION INFORMATION room. Included is roundtrip airport Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle shuttle from your home, airfare and Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. If the class is motor coach, lodging for four nights, full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening welcome reception, four breakfasts, one lunch and one dinner. occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in Attractions featured are International Balloon Museum, Old person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money Town, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Tramway to Sandia Peak, order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.) Balloon Fiesta Pre -Dawn Opening. Ceremonies and mass Class location - Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive, south entry. ascension, walking tour of historic Santa Fe, Balloon Glow and Crossing residents may register with the manager, space After -Glow Fireworks Show. Secondary travel insurance is providing. Thanks to Crossings Manager Jesse & Lang Nelson included in cost of this trip. A non - refundable deposit is due by Corporation for providing this site. Smoking prohibited. May 27. Activity # 11948. Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org COMMUNITY T 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! Most 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.citvofbrooklyncenter.ors! or phone with Visa or MasterCard. When registering for someone else, please have correct spelling of his /her name, correct address & phone #. 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, 763 -569 -3405. – We've got your ticket for fun! May 8 – St. Peter Perfection June 20 – Ordway Center – Singin' in Registration deadline is April 22. We the Rain begin our day at The Whiskey River Inn In 1952, Singin' in the Rain burst upon the overlooking an animal refuge. Enjoy a scene and became one of the most celebrated chicken salad croissant sandwich, wild rice soup and beverage. movie musicals of all time. The musical Next we'll go to the Chamber of Commerce pearly gates where stage production embraces the best of the aim we will meet our tour guide. On our bus tour, hear and see some beloved songs and characters and adds a IN of the little known secrets of St. Peter. Our final stop is remarkable dimension that delights theater Gustavus Adolphus College Chapel for a narrated tour of the lovers. This show overflows with romance spiritual Peter Grandlund sculptures. This is a day to remember! and unforgettable dancing, and YES, it is going to rain! Don't Cost $32 /person includes lunch, tours, tax, gratuity, motor miss this miracle of stagecraft with 18 scene changes, including coach and escort. Approximate time 9:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. two rain - drenched production numbers. Cost $98 /person Activity #11659. includes main floor seating, tax, handling fee, motor coach and escort. Approximate time 1:00 – 5:45 p.m. May 7, registration May 21– Old Log – Alone Together deadline. Activity #11661. Join us for another great comedy at the Old Log Theater! Alone Together is about a middle -aged couple whose children July 10 – Taylors Falls Boat Cruise have finally left the nest. They are alone together ... but not for There is no way to beat the summer heat better long! All three sons come charging back home after than a scenic boat cruise out of Taylors Falls! experiencing some hard knocks in the real world and mom & Relax for the two hour cruise while enjoying a dad have quite a time pushing them out again. Prior to the picnic lunch including a deli sandwich, pickle, show, we'll enjoy a wonderful Old Log lunch with an entree bag of chips, fresh fruit cup, cookie, and choice of Walleye, pork chop, stuffed chicken breast or veggie beverage. Your riverboat pilot and tour guide lasagna. Cost $47 /person includes luncheon, theatre, tax, will point out the unique rock formations and the history of the gratuity, motor coach and escort. Approximate time 10:45 a.m.- St Croix River Valley as you enjoy a picture postcard view of 5:00 p.m. May 1, registration deadline. Activity #11660. the river. The first floor of the boat is handicap accessible, but the restrooms and second floor are not; however, the crew is St. Croix Casino "Fund" Excursions happy to offer assistance to guests who wish to gain access to Please support these "Fund" excursions. Bring the entire boat. Cost $39 /person includes cruise, lunch, tax, your friends – open to all adults! The $6 charge MM the gratuity, motor coach and escort. Approximate time 10:00 a.m. - for each trip goes towards expenses incurred for 2:45 p.m. June 22, registration deadline. Activity #11826. the trip and to help support "boomer" programs through the Brooklyn Center Recreation Dept. Join Darlene your escort for a fun, relaxing and scenic ride through western Wisconsin to Turtle Lake. Each person receives $5 to spend. When registering, please have your TLC Card number. If you do not have one, it is to your advantage to Upcoming Future sign up for a card at the casino. Special unadvertised discounts Da Trips and games are often available for TLC holders. Minimum of 40 Fall Casino – September people. Cost $6 /person includes motor coach, $5 to spend and A Crisp Cranberry Day – October 9 escort. Approximate time 9:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Park at north end Chanhassen – October 14 of the Brooklyn Center Community Center. Additional day trips for November & Tuesday, June 9 December are in the planning stages. Registration deadline May 1. Activity #11824. Watch for information in the fall brochure. Tuesday, August 11 Registration deadline August 3. Activity #11825. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 20 Recreation Brochure Qnhe GYMNASTICS — PRESCHOOL Qnhe NO BAKE COOKING For boys & girls ages 4 -5. A great Ages 4 -5. We're cooking up an amazing morning for opportunity for your child to learn basic you. Learn to make snacks and treats that do not need balance, coordination and motor skills in a fun baking. They're easy & fun to make! We'll eat some of our setting. Children will be taught tumbling skills treats and take some home. You get a including forward & backward rolls, cartwheels recipe booklet so you can try your new and headstands. They will be introduced to the balance beam, cooking skills at home with an adult family uneven bars and vault. Registration Fee $25.00/6 Sessions. member. Registration Fee $10.00/1 Classes 45 min. Instructor Tammy. Session. Class 1' /z hours. Instructor Diane. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity # Tues. June 16 6:15 p.m. PCHS 11943 Tues. July 7 9:30 a.m. CC 11946 Thurs June 18 6:15 p.m. PCHS 11944 PEEWEE PICASSOS Qdine JUNIOR VOYAGERS hip Calling all artists ages 4 -5. Be messy! Be creative! Have Ages 4 -5. Let's have fun outdoors! With fun! Use finger paints, water colors and Diane the Explorer, you will take a short hike acrylics. Try different techniques, such as string in Central Park in search of bugs, birds and other and sponge painting. Paint your very own picture outdoor creatures. After your hike, decorate your on a canvas board. It will look great hanging in very own canvas backpack with paint, glitter, and your room. Wear old clothes or Wear old clothes or great shirt. markers. You'll also create a fun "BUG" jar. The fun ends with Registration Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 1' /z a special treat. Wear old clothes &shoes. Registration Fee hours. Instructor Diane. ' $10.00 /1 Session. Class 1' /2 hours. Instructor Diane. Day Date Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity # Thurs. June 18 9:30 a.m. CC 11945 Tues. July 14 9:30 a.m. CC 11947 D71NNIN THQ DOLPHIN I3IRTHDA9 PARIN T -BALL - PRESCHOOL - See page 24. Friday, June 26 Ages 3 & 4 who are eligible for kindergarten fall 2010 & 2011. 12:30 - 2:00 PM Central Park T -BALL - See page 24. Appropriate for ages 3 -12! Ages 4 & 5 going into kindergarten fall 2009. AIDS FISHING CONT @ST SOCCER - LITTLE KICKERS - See page 25. Saturday, June 27 Ages 3 -5 going into kindergarten fall 2009 & 2010. 10 - 11:45 a.m. For ages 3 -12! SWIM LESSONS - See pages 32 -33. LIL' TOTS - Ages 3 -4 See page 23 for details! CHILDREN - Ages 4 & older CC = Community Center, I 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway PCHS = Park Center ffigh School. 7300 Brooklyn Recreation Brochure 21 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org LE • • Qnhne GYMNASTICS CAMP s Qnhe BC ROCK STARS FOR GIRLS Do you like to sing, make crafts, play air guitar For ages 6 -11. Do you have an and have FUN? Maybe you're the next BC interest in developing beginning and " Idol! Using fabric paints and embellishments, you will intermediate level gymnastics skills? This design and decorate your own personalized rock star camp is for you. Participate with girls of a t -shirt. AWESOME! You'll design and make concert comparable skill level. Emphasis is on tickets, featuring you as the rock star. Play air guitar developing your strengths, flexibility and coordination. and sing to your favorite hits. We'll top off the fun with a Tumbling and apparatus fundamentals introduced according to special treat fit for a Rock Star! Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee ability. Registration Fee $40.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1' /z hours. $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Instructor Tammy. Day Date Time Location Activity # Day Begins Time Location Activity # Wed. June 24 1:30 p.m. CC 11772 Tues. June 16 7:05 p.m. PCHS 11765 Thurs. June 18 7:05 p.m. PCHS 11766 Qnbne HOCUS POCUS POTIONS This class will brew up lots of fun as we discover food magic, chemistry type experiments and lots of CC = Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway amazing concoctions. We'll create some edible PCHS = Park Center High School. 7300 Brooklyn Blvd potions and others just for fun, like Flubber. You'll make a special science chalkboard craft to record your scientific calculations! We'll bring out the "Mad Qn1ine WOOD WORKERS Scientist" in you. Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee Wood Workers is back with more $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. "woodtastic" fun! Try painting and " Day Date Time Location Activity # designing some fun things using wood. We'll Mon. June 29 1:30 p.m. CC 11773 sand and paint a cute shelf that would look great hanging in your room. Paint your own Qn1ine COOKIE CRITTERS race car. Then, paint and decorate a wooden If you are a cookie lover, you'll bake up lots of fun in frame suitable for a 3 x 5 photo. Ages 642. this popular class. We'll mix, bake and eat lots of Registration Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor different kinds of cookies. Eat some and take some home to Diane. share with your family. Peanut products may be used Ages 6- Day Date Time Location Activity # 12. Wear old clothes or bring an apron. Registration Fee Mon. June 15 1:30 p.m. CC 11769 $11.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Day Date Time Location Activity # Wed. July 8 1:30 p.m. CC 11774 It YOU ARE AN ARTIST Do you love to paint! This popular class is ADVENTURES IN CRITTERVILLE back with lots of different types of paints. Design and then paint a picture on your very own Is something bugging you? Come and explore Central canvas board. Everyone will have opportunity to Park in search of creepy, crawly, flying insects. Make a paint at least two other projects too. Wear old clothes and bring bug jar! It will be great for looking at your bugs. a bag to bring home your projects. Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee You will also paint a canvas drawstring backpack $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. and enjoy a snack & bug juice. Dress for weather; @q Day Date Time Location Activity # wear old clothes & shoes. We will be going Wed. June 17 1:30 p.m. CC 11770 outside. Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Day Date Time Location Activity # Mon. July 13 1:30 p.m. CC 11775 DOG BUDDIES If you like cats & dogs, you'll have a blast in Dog QUEN QUILTED FAMILY FRAME Buddies! Paint a bobble -head dog or cat! Make a NU6 Ages 8 -14. Frame your family or friends in this foam cat door hanger! Design an awesome unique quilted frame. Using felt, cotton fabric o necklace or keychain using a cat or dog charm. patches, hearts, ribbon and a wooden dowel, you will We'll top off our PURR -FECT afternoon by create a beautiful showpiece for your home. Please making & eating some delicious "puppy chow" bring four 3" x 5" or 4" x 6" photos. You will do some simple snack mix. Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee $10.00 /1 hand sewing with needle and thread. Limit is 10. Registration Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. Day Date Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity # Mon. June 22 1:30 p.m. CC 11771 Wed. July 15 1:30 p.m. CC 11776 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 22 Recreation Brochure Youth Activities continued Qnh FUN WITH PUPPETS WORKSHOP _ e Express your creative spirit in this amazing ' new workshop. You'll learn how to make a KOOL KIDS variety of puppets using interesting materials August 4 -6 including paints, felt, and craft hair! Design a puppet You're going to Hollywood - Brooklyn in our own likeness u puppet & canvas hand pup Center style. We'll make star- studded crafts, y a puppy p pp We may even do a short puppet show! Ages 6 -12. Registration produce and tae movie skits, play active D Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. games & watch a big premier of our own movie skits complete Fee $10.0 with walking the red carpet, eating popcorn & enjoying other Day Date Time Location Activity # Wed. July 29 2:00 p.m. CC 11777 treats! Make your STAR for our Hollywood Hall of Fame! We'll swim each day; bring your swimsuit and towel. Bring Qnhe BIG BEAD BONANZA your lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday. We will make our Beads, beads & more beads! First, paint & decorate a "Academy Award" winning lunch on Thursday. Snacks and wood jewelry box for your bead creations. Design & juice beverages provided. For ages 6 -12. This is a camp you make fun pieces, such as a necklace, bracelet, ring or key chain. won't want to miss. Drop children off at community center at Make at least three bead projects. Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee 8 :40 a.m. and pick them up at 3:30 p.m. Deadline to register, $10.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. July 28, space permitting. No refunds issued after July 28. Day Date Time Location Activity # Registration Fee $60.00/3 Days. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Mon. Aug. 3 2:00 p.m. CC 11778 T,W,Th Aug. 4 8:40 a.m. CC 11780 Qnhe CLAY CREATIONS Qnh CSI SAFETY ACADEMY It's easy and fun to create from clay! Limited August 11 & 12 only by your imagination, make animals, Grades 2 -4. Where can you get a chance to flowers, shapes, people or decorative jewelry. Mold use a fire truck water hose, check out an emergency p rotect our nogg and hel p with your hands or use our simple tools to make your unique y an "Clay Creations" with different types of clay. Wear old clothes. vehicle, learn how to Ages 6 -12. Registration Fee $10.00 /1 Session. Class 2 hours. us solve a big case? You can experience all of this and more at Brooklyn Center CSI Safety Academy. 51 lucky Instructor Diane. children get the chance to meet firefighters, police officers, Day Date Time Location Activity # emergency room staff and will learn how to be and keep Mon. Aug. 10 10:00 a.m. CC 11779 themselves safe. Includes lunch, snacks, T -shirt, bike helmet, Mill graduation ceremony & banquet dinner of hotdogs, beans & chips. Dress for weather; most activities held outdoors. Bring your bicycle on Tuesday. Bring swimsuit & towel on Wednesday for swimming. On Wednesday parents are invited DURM ��� at 5:00 p.m. for our Safety Academy Graduation Ceremony and picnic dinner. (Graduation ceremony & dinner will be done $'Y �`i'Y approximately 6:30 p.m.) Daily check in begins at 7:45 a.m. � Friday, June 26, 12:30 -2:00 p.m. CSI Safety Academy runs 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Register Central Park early, this camp is expected to fill up fast. Registration Fee $25.00/2 Days. Dunkin turns 3! Day Begins Time Location Activity # We're celebrating with a Birthday Party. ' r T &W Aug. 11 8:00 a.m. CC 11781 You're invited! Games! Music! Dancing! Qn 1ke DAY CAMP — EXPLORER'S O UTP L AY Face Painting! ,� ou ` Hotdog, chips, beverage & birthday cake! ' AUGUST 200 9! Let the � . � Gift bags for first 200 children. + SURVIVOR 200 games begin! Join the fun, adventure (Appropriate for ages 3 -12.) and exciting new challenges from last - �p Ages 12 & under can swim & use water slide for $2.75! year! Nature activities, outdoor games, amazing crafts, and swimming are just some of the things you get to do. Swim & "ride the slide" each day. Bring your swimsuit & towel each day. Bring your lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday. You'll help make a Tocantins Survivor lunch on KIDS' FISHING CONTEST - June 27 o A ERL Thursday. Snacks & juice beverages provided each day. Camp Ages 3 -12. Catch the fun at the Earle Brown Days held at Central Park and community center. For ages 6 -12. Kid's Fishing Contest, 10 -11:45 a.m., Shingle Drop children off at community center at 8:40 a.m. & pick them Creek near community center. Prizes for V, 2°d up at 3:30 p.m. Deadline to register August 11, space & 3rd place in four fish categories. FREE! Check -in begins permitting. No refunds after August 11. Registration Fee at 9:45 a.m. Bring your own rod & reel & bait. Parents $60.00/3 Days. must accompany children. If rained out, it will not be Day Begins Time Location Activity # rescheduled. T,W,Th Aug. 18 8:40 a.m. CC 11782 Recreation Brochure 23 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org (� O CJIJ � o ► o O o • In these programs there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play. • All prop-rams 1 hour. In case of rainouts, due to financial and time restraints, only one practice or game will be made up. Softball season June 15 -July 27; Soccer season June 16 -July 30. • There are a minimum &maximum number per location. If registration minimum has not been met, a location could be canceled. If this should occur, you will have the option of transferring child to another location or receiving a refund. • No weekend practices or games. • Younger children who have participated in our program two or more years may register for a higher level class. At instructors' discretion, players may be transferred to an appropriate program. • Fee includes T -shirt. When registering, indicate size. (Not all sizes available for every class.) • Softball participants should bring a glove and hat. Soccer participants should wear shin guards. • Adult volunteer coaches needed to assist staff instructors /coaches. See coaches on the field. • Evergreen Football Field – 71 & Dupont; Northport Soccer Field – 55 & Sailor Lane; Grandview Soccer Field – 59 & Humboldt; Kylawn Park – 61" & Kyle; Odyssey Charter School – 6201 Noble Ave N If your child wishes to be on the same team as another child, please sign up for the same team. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to the other park when games begin. Kylawn and Odyssey are right next to each other and parents can walk with their children on the trail from one location to the other. QDEN T -BALL - PRESCHOOL NEW SOFTBALL — JUNIOR SOFTBALL Ages 3 & 4 who are eligible for kindergarten in fall 2010 Ages 8 -10, grades 3 & 4 as of fall `09. An NV 6 & 2011. See description below. A parent, adult relative instructional program with emphasis on or friend are encouraged, not required, to be a buddy. They mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. Majority of assist by standing behind their child and assist in skill time will be playing softball. Have fun while continuing to development. Coaches teach skills & help if you aren't sure. develop softball skills. Registration Fee $50.00. Registration Fee $50.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 11548 M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 7- Kylawn East 11536 M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 11549 M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 8- Kylawn East 11537 Based on the number of participants last summer, junior Onlim 1 — t T - BALL .f softball and softball teams may play one or two games Ages 4 & 5, going into kindergarten in fall against each other. For these games only, players from the `09. This is for kids who like to run, dump, .f teams will be divided according to age and size to form new throw, play games & have FUN! LEARN the basic teams for the evening. fundamentals of softball, good sportsmanship & play related skill games & relays. Registration Fee $50.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity # SOFTBALL M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 11538 Ages 11 -14, grades 5 -8 in fall `09 who have played M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 11539 softball and know the skills. Youth in grades 6 -8 who M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 11540 have not had experience may also sign up. Coaches will review M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 11541 the first night. Games scheduled the remaining weeks. M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Odyssey East 11542 Registration Fee $50.00. M &W June 15 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Odyssey East 11543 Day Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn East 11550 SOFTBALL — "KIDS" INTRODUCTION M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn East 11551 Ages 6 -8, grades 1 & 2 as of fall `09. Children will have FUN while LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork and fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $50.00. YOUTH SUMMER SPORTS Day Begins Time Location Activity # PROGRAMS M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Odyssey East 11544 REGISTRATION ACCEPTED M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Odyssey East 11545 M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 11546 IMMEDIATELY. M &W June 15 7:10 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 11547 Little Kickers, Kickin' Kids I, Kickin' Kids II and Soccer programs on page 25. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 24 Recreation Brochure Youth Activities continued If your child wishes to be on the same team as another child, please sign up for the same team. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to other parks when games begin. W SOCCER — LITTLE KICKERS Ages 3 -5, going into kindergarten in fall `09 & '10. Program is noncompetitive, featuring drills & activities Qn1im Don't sit inside surfing for our "Little Kickers" to develop basic skills of soccer. It also the web or playing video offers positive coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played six games; there's plenty of on six, with everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee fun waiting for you! Ride your $50.00. bike, run or walk to Summer Fun Day Begins Time Location Activity # Squad where you will meet new T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 11552 friends and get to try new things. T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 11553 Each week discover what's T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 11554 inside the theme box of T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 11555 surprises. Our leaders are •• T &TH June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Grandview 11557 • • anxious to meet you and will be Iftwe fun to hang out with two afternoons a week. Parents, our OBliN SOCCER —KICKIN' KIDS I staff leaders are great role It Ages 6 -8, grades 1 -2 as of fall `09. This models for your kids. instructional program is designed for children to have FUN while LEARNING the fundamentals of soccer. The program will be filled with many fun activities so "kids" can learn the basic skills needed to play soccer and games will be played in July. Registration Fee $50.00. Fantastic Fiesta Day Begins Time Location Activity # Cha Cha Cha! T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Grandview 11558 Inventions! T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Grandview 11559 T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Grandview 11560 Patent Pending. T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Grandview 11561 Fourth of July Fun SOCCER —KICKIN KIDS II Get ready for a booming good time. Ages 8 -10, grades 3 -4 as of fall `09. Participants in this Carnival Hoopla fun instructional program will review and work on Step Right Up!! mastering the fundamentals of soccer. Majority of time spent Backwards Fun playing soccer games. Registration Fee $50.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity # " Nuf'is the name of the game. T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 11562 Beach Party T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 11563 BYOT (Bring your own towel!) T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 11564 T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 11565 Day Begins Time Location Activity # SOCCER M &W June 15 1:00 p.m. Kylawn Park 11827 M &W June 15 1:00 p.m. Northport Park 11953 Ages 10 -14, grades 5 -8 as of fall `09 who have T &TH June 16 1:00 p.m.Community Center 11828 previously played soccer & know the skills. The first night coaches will do a quick review of skills followed by a Registration Fee $42.00/12 Sessions /6 Weeks. scrimmage. Remaining weeks spent playing soccer games. Registration Fee $50.00. program 2 hours - 1:00 -3:00 p.m. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Financial assistance & a limited number of scholarships T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Northport 11566 have been made available to kids who are T &TH June 16 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Northport 11567 Brooklyn Center residents through a generous donation from the Based on number of participants last summer, Kickin' Kids II Brooklyn Center Women's Club. & Soccer teams may play one or two games against each other. For these games only, players from the teams will be divided Our policy requires children to stay at Summer Fun Squad until according to age and size to form new teams for the evening. 3:00 p.m. unless written permission to leave early is given to the leaders by a parent. programs No soccer d. If you have questions, call 763 - 569 -3405. Recreation Brochure 25 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Youth Activities continued Qnhe TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS ADAF RECREATION This program is structured to teach IN children the understanding of respect and Programs are a cooperative effort of the Cites of Brooklyn discipline while learning basic Taekwondo Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, (Korean Karate). For ages 5 -13. Uniform is not New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale & Reach For Resources. required. Loose fitting clothing is acceptable. Reach serves individuals with developmental disabilities. For Classes are held at the community center. persons not living in one of the communities listed, call for Registration Fee $45.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors registration fee. Pre - registration required. An inclusion are from World Taekwondo Academy in Osseo. specialist is also available to assist persons who wish to Day Begins Time Location Activity # participate in "non- adapted" programs. A minimum of two Thurs. July 9 6:30 -7:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11829 weeks prior notice is requested. Complete information for Thurs. Aug. 20 6:30 -7:30 p.m.Community Ctr. 11830 programs listed was not available from Reach at the time of publication. Call Becca at 952 - 988 -4176. Youth Activities Ages 5 -12 August 17 -21 Action — A week of fun filled afternoons. YOUTH GOLF LEAGUE Fee $75 plus occasional activity fee. Girls and boys ages 8 -16. Tee times Snorts Sampler — Try different sports. June 23 -July 21. beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays for 10 Fee $35. Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center. weeks, June 17 — August 19. $15 plus Teen Activities Ages 12 -21 weekly green fees. End of the season picnic Fridav Softball — Everyone plays. Parker Lake Field, on August 19. For more information or to Plymouth, 6:30 -8 p.m., June 12 — August 14. Fee $30. register, go to Centerbrook Golf Course, Active Adventures — Outdoor active fun in Metro area. Begins 5500 N Lilac Drive or call 763 -561 -3239. Thursday evenings, June 18 — August 6. Fee $40. 0 Take Five Respite — New friends and fun. Monday — Friday, August 3 — August 28, 9 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Elim Lutheran Church in Robbinsdale. Fee $350 per week. Weekend Adventure — Ages 14 -25. June 12 -14, overnight BROOKLYN CENTER YOUTH FOOTBALL includes Valley Fair. Fee $350. Boys & girls grades K -6 (Fall `09) interested in .- Saturday Girl's Club — Ages 13 -17, once a month. May — learning & playing football. Registration - Wednesdays, August. Must be independent in their personal care. Fee $40. May 27, July 15, 22, 6 -8 p.m.; Saturdays, May 23, Adult Activities Ages 18 and Older July 11, 18, 10 a.m. —Noon at Brooklyn Center Community Wednesday Niaht Social — 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Crystal Community Center. Copy of birth certificate required. Fee: $45 for first Center and other area locations. Meets June 17 — August 12. household member & $25 each additional player. Late Fee $40. registration subject to additional charge of $15. Equipment On the Town — A night out for adults who can explore their available to lease on a first -come, first -served basis. Gear leases community with minimal supervision. We meet every other for $25 /set plus $100 refundable deposit. Families asked to week. Ages 18 -25, Fridays beginning June 19. Ages 26 +, participate in fundraiser; info at registration. For info, e-mail Saturdays beginning June 20. Fee $20 plus evening fee woods287(&hotmail.com or leave message at 612 - 782 -7120. depending on activity. Parent & coach volunteers needed. Softball Non Competitive — Harley Hopkins Fields, 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, June 4- August 13. Fee $30. MINNESOTA BULLDOGS Weekend Venture — Ages 26 +. June 26 -28, overnight. POP WARNER ASSOCIATION Includes Valley Fair. Fee $350. Registration for boys & girls ages 5 -15 for MN Bulldogs Pop Dances — 7 -9 p.m. Fee at door, $5. May 15, June 19, July 17 & Warner Cheer & Football Program - Sundays 2-4 p.m. April 19, August 7 at St. Louis Park High School. August 12 at Crystal May 17, June 7, and July 12 & Wednesdays 6 -8 p.m. April 22, Community Center. May 20, June 10, July 8 and July 22 at A Chance Learning Bowline for aizes 5 through adult — Doyle's, Tuesdays, Center, 1604 Brookdale Drive. Cost is $25 /player /cheerleader. June 16 — August 11, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Fee $35 plus $3 each $60 refundable equipment deposit required for football week bowled. registration. Players must provide practice pants with pads. Mandatory fundraiser for all players and cheerleaders. Camp week is August 10 -14, location to be determined. If you have "CHALLENGER CUBS" questions, call Coach D at 763 - 377 -2269. Baseball for Special Needs For ages 5 -18 who have physical or cognitive BOYS AND GIRLS LACROSSE & disabilities. Buddy system is used to help with BOBBLEHEAD -FULL GEAR LACROSSE CAMP throwing, batting, running the bases &other For information and to register by June 8, call Crystal help. Mondays, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at BC National Little League Recreation Department t 763 - 531 -0052. fields. For info on becoming a player or a buddy, contact Bob or Sandy, 763 -566 -4347. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 26 Recreation Brochure • It SUMMER CONDITIONING Teen Trip'n Excursions SPEED AND STRENGTH The following trips are offered by Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn A total physical fitness class for Park, and Maple Grove Recreation Departments. grades 8 -12. Activities include daily Check out the great field trips this summer for teens. stretching exercises to increase flexibility, Pick up & drop off at Zanewood Rec. Center. weight- training to build strength, Register at Brooklyn Park Recreation Department. plyometric exercises to improve running To register or for more information, call 763 - 424 -8333. speed, and cardiovascular endurance training for the heart -lung system. Meets Minnesota Twins Baseball Monday through Friday. Utilizes the weight facilities at Park Center, one of the state's finest. Open to male and female Fee includes transportation, game ticket, athletes entering grades 8 -12. Classes meet June 8 -July 31. No hot dog & soft drink, and chaperones. class July 1 -7. Registration Fee $90.00. Classes meet at Park Thursday, June 18 Center High School. Instructors Park Center Coaches. Register Game Time -12:10 p.m. online at www.cityofbrooklvncenter.or2 by phone at 763 -569 Bus schedule —to be announced -3400, in person at the community center or use the convenient Fee - $16.00/Person form on back page to mail or fax. Registration accepted Note: Bring money for souvenirs or additional food. immediately. Day Begins Time Activity # Minnesota Lynx Basketball M -F June 8 8:00 -9:30 a.m. —Boys 11833 Fee includes ticket to game, a meal deal, M -F June 8 9:30 -11:00 a.m. —Girls 11834 transportation and chaperones. Wednesday, July 15 JR HIGH GIRLS SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL Game Time -12:00 p.m. Games played Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings in Maple Bus schedule —to be announced Grove starting May 28. Some weeks may include two games or Fee - $20.00/Person double- headers. Registration begins April 1. Register at Maple Note: Bring money for souvenirs or additional food. Grove Parks & Recreation, 763 - 494 -6500. Fee $85.00. Volunteer coaches needed. Program runs through July 30. (Nightfall at ValleYFair Amusement ?arK Fee includes transportation, LACROSSE CLINICS admission & chaperones. Learn the fastest growing sport in the US and the Thursday, August 13 newest high school varsity sport for girls. Clinics Timed -10:30 p.m. based on the philosophy of providing opportunity Fee - $26.00/Person to develop skills in a fun, safe, non - competitive Note: Bring money for games, souvenirs, and food. environment. Register at Crystal Recreation Dept., 4800 N Douglas Dr. 763 -531 -0052. BROOKDALE LIBRARY —TEEN PROGRAMS 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway. BROOKLYN AREA SOCCER LEAGUES General Info 952- 847 -5600; Teen Programs 952- 847 -5610. Registration accepted from Brooklyn Center & Brooklyn Park GAMING residents for soccer allowing Brooklyn Center youth ages 6 -18 Play Guitar Hero, Naruto & a variety of games for PS2 & Wii. the opportunity for soccer instruction and league play, which Learn to write your own games and animations using Scratch. focuses on skill development and an opportunity to play games. ANIME CLUB Flyers distributed at schools and in local newspapers. Watch anime, snack and hang out. Registration Fee: U6 -U7 - $65.00; U8 -Ul8 - $65.00. For more FICTION IN A FLASH information, please visit the BPAA web page: Lab will teach you how to be brief, quick & surprising in your www.boaasaorts.ore /soccer Register at the Brooklyn Park fiction writing. Express yourself using Flash Fiction. Activity Center, 5600 85 Ave N or online at BREAKDANCING webtrac.brooklynpark.org. Registration is now open and runs Learn new moves and practice with other teens. through May 24. TWILIGHT MOVIE NIGHT Watch Twilight in a whole new way with our interactive show. Use props, yell at the screen, even dress up. SENSATIONAL SWIMMING FOR TEENS BOOK CLUB Are you between the ages of 11 -18 and want to learn how to Read any good movies lately? Read & discuss books that have swim? This is the class for you! Join us and build your recently been made into movies. confidence in the water. The focus is on individual needs MANGA BOOK CLUB and everyone is welcome! Classes 30 minutes. For Whether you like shojo or shonen, or don't know the difference information, see page 34. yet, discuss your favorite series and find new favorites. Recreation Brochure 27 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org " Brooklyn Center N ua t� L � EAZE w N )M • . June 25-28, 2009 1777 Thursday, June 25 J r Sat urday, June 27 - Central 'Park PARADE - 6:30 p.m. start time. 59 & Dupont to 69` & CRAFT & BUSINESS EXPO - 10:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Dupont. Band competition, floats, marching & novelty. Handcrafted items, commercial items, food vendors, door Band ceremony after parade at prizes. Brooklyn Center Rotary Club Event. Evergreen Soccer Field. Sponsored by Brooklyn Center KIDS' CRAFT AREA - 10 -11:45 a.m. Children are Lions Club. invited to make and take home a craft. KIDS' FISHING CONTEST - 10 -11:45 a.m. Shingle ;44 Creek. Ages 3 -12. Prizes for top fish caught. Sponsored by BrookPark Dental & Brooklyn Center Police Department. SHREK & FIONA - 11:00 a.m. —12:00 p.m. Friday, June 26 CIRCUS MANDUHAI - 12:30 -1:00 p.m. Renowned *SENIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT - 9:00 a.m. circus performer of Mongolia, Chimgee & family perform Centerbrook Golf Course. Cost $15.00 /person includes foot & hand juggling, hula hooping, hand balancing. green fees, refreshments and prizes. 55 & over. Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Lions Club & Centerbrook. DORA THE EXPLORER - 1 -2:00 p.m. I DUNKIN THE DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY PARTY - 12:30 FAMILY FUN & GAMES - 2:00 p.m. Water balloon —2:00 p.m. Central Park. Help us celebrate Dunkin's 3` toss, penny scramble, shoe kick, relay races. Sponsored by birthday. Games, music, dancing, face painting, hotdog, Brooklyn Center Rotary Club. beverage and birthday cake. FACE PAINTING - 3 -5:00 p.m. *Denotes Fee! WIZARD'S ACADEMY MAGIC SHOW - 4:30 p.m. Interactive comedy & magic show with Professor Thanks to the generous donations from Bumblemoore & his faithful assistant Iggy. local businesses and organizations, SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS - 7 -8:00 p.m. all other events are FREE! MIDNIGHT BREEZE CONCERT - 7 -10:00 p.m. Food, craft & business vendors. Sponsored by Bremer Bank. EVENT �TM5 Central Park — 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway HONOR OUR VETERANS - 8:00 p.m. Veterans & Centerbrook Golf Course — 5500 North Lilac Dr families of men & women currently serving will be Earle Brown Heritage Center — 6155 Earle Brown Dr recognized & honored with medley of armed services songs. 1�R011, FIREWORKS - 10:00 p.m. Sponsored by Medtronic f Foundation. Fireworks rain date: Sunday, June 28. k Bring lawn chair or ,411 Saturday events in Central ParK! blanket for seating at most events. ,,, ,•�!: SundaY, June 28 ICE CREAM SOCIAL /OPEN HOUSE - 2 -4:00 p.m. Events sutvect to chan Earle Brown Heritage Center. Tours, refreshments. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400 or visit website at www. citvofbrooklyncenter .org /earlebrowndays www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 28 Recreation Brochure COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS BrooR Center Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building*�'�E BROWN D�4YS FESTTV�4L alcohol is not permitted. For information on fees and availability, call 763 -569 -3400. Room set -up, including tables and chairs are included in fee. Craft 4 Business Expo Exhibitor Ap plic a tio n Be an exhibitor for the 27` Annual Celebration. The Craft & Constitution Hall Business Expo will kick off the Saturday events on June 27 Constitution Hall is available for business and club meetings from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Brooklyn Center Central Park, and private functions. A great place to host a family reunion, 694 & Shingle Creek Pkwy. Fee is $45 /space. shower, graduation or anniversary party. The building may also Handcrafted or Commercial Items! be reserved for overnight functions. Room set -up, P.A. system, and use of the Parade Unit Entry Form remodeled kitchen are included in the usage fee. This unique room can Would you like to be in a PARADE? Groups, organizations, accommodate up to 190 persons with " "" f marching bands &businesses are invited to participate. Parade banquet style seating and 250 for lecture is on Thursday, June 25 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The route runs style. from 59th & Dupont to 69th & Dupont. Information, application forms for the Craft & Business Philip Q. Cohen Community Room Expo and entry forms for the parade are available This room, located on the upper level of the community center at www. citvofbrooklyncenter .org/earlebrowndays is available for small group functions. Room capacity for or call 763 - 569 -3400. theatre style seating is 70, classroom style at 30 and banquet style kit Included in the ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK usage fee is a service kitchen with sink, coffee pots and refrigerator. Concerts in Central Park 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 — Brooklyn Community Band PROGRAM &CLASS LOCATIONS Tuesday, July 14 — Jeff Brooks CC = Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy Tuesday, July 21— Coda The Crossings /Brookwood, 6201 N Lilac Dr Tuesday, July 28 — Reuben Ristrom Band Schools Bring a lawn chair or blanket. BJHS = Brooklyn Junior High School, 7377 Noble Ave Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Lions Club! Park Center High School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd Odyssey Charter School, 6201 Noble Ave VOLUNTEERS are PARTNERS Parks in the COMMUNITY Central, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy The City of Brooklyn Center has ongoing Evergreen, 72 " & Bryant N volunteer opportunities as well as an occasional Grandview, 59 & Humboldt volunteer needed to help with a special event or Kylawn Park, 61 & Kyle N project. Current Opportunities Soccer Fields ♦ Perennial and annual container plant donation — Hostas and Evergreen, 71 Dupont other plants suitable for container planting. Northport, 55 & Sailor Lane • Container planting at City Hall & Community Center —late spring, one day, time scheduled with volunteer approximately 2 -4 hours. Ongoing summer care optional. FUN SUMMER JOBS ♦ Adopt a Garden at the Community Center — Ongoing maintenance late spring, summer and fall. Volunteers set For information about these fun pos their own schedule. Br oo kl yn ♦ Greeter for outdoor craft, business and merchandise sale— Instructors for evening s occer or t-ball/softball June 27, two hour shifts throughout the day. call 763-56 Lif If you are interested in learning more about these or other call 763 volunteer opportunities, please call 763 -569 -3405 or e-mail: communityicenter(a)ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Recreation Brochure 29 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Center • 1 C �ENTERBROOK 55 00 1 (acr II from Broo kdale Mall) 7 63-5 61-3239 Open to the public! Club rental! Snack bar! Company parties! Tournaments invited! Reservations are recommended! i G OLF LESSONS Enjoy golf! Take lessons from our 2009 GREEN FEES (9 professional staff. Centerbrook Golf Course offers a wide range of lessons designed for all Adult (ages 18 & over) $13.50 abilities, beginner to experienced players. Below is a list of golf activities for June. Senior (ages 62 & over) $12.50 Registration is on a first -come, first -served Youth (ages 8 -17) $10.50 basis at Centerbrook Golf Course. All lessons are held at Centerbrook Golf Course. Golf Cart $11.00 BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS Second Round $10.50 Swing into summer with easy and fun golf lessons. Limited to 8 Monday Open to 1:00 p.m. $10.50 golfers, minimum of 5. Bring a 9 iron or wedge to the first class or we will furnish you with clubs. Classes meet twice a week Saturday Open to 1:00 p.m. $10.50 for one hour. Registration Fee $60.00/5 Lessons. Days Begins Time 2009 PASS CARD RA Tuesday & Thursday June 2 6:30 p.m Tuesday & Thursday June 2 7:30 p.m. Attention League Members & Golfers! Save money! Tuesday & Thursday June 23 6:30 p.m Buy our 10 round pass card. Tuesday & Thursday June 23 7:30 p.m. (Save price of one round of golf.) INTERMEDIATE GOLF LESSONS Adult (ages 18 & over) $121.50 Prerequisite is Basic Fundamental Golf Lessons. This class is for golfers who need a refresher on consistency and confidence. Senior (ages 62 & over) $112.50 Golfers will draw from fundamental techniques already learned. Youth (ages 8 -17) $94.50 Classes formed as requested. Limit 6 golfers, minimum of 4. Registration Fee $60.00/5 Lessons. Golf Cart $99.00 Intermediate golf lessons are arranged. For current class dates, please call 763 - 561 -3239. SENIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT — Friday June 26 YOUTH BASIC FUNDAMENTAL Golfers 55 and older are invited to participate in the 51h annual CLASSES Earle Brown Days Senior Golf Tournament at Centerbrook. Tee Learn to play golf the right way with these easy and times begin at 9:00 a.m. Cost is fun lessons just for juniors, ages 8 and up. Minimum �; ;` $15.00 /person which includes green 5, maximum 8 golfers per class. Bring your clubs or fees, refreshments and prizes. Various we will provide clubs for the lessons. Classes meet for one games will be played. Please register hour. Registration Fee $32.00/3 Lessons. at Centerbrook Clubhouse; no mail -in Session 1 — Classes meet Tuesday, June 9, registration. Tee times will be assigned 4 Thursday, June 11 & Tuesday, June 16 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. when you register. Sponsored by Session 2 — Classes meet Tuesday, June 9; Brooklyn Center Lions Club, and Wednesday, June 10 & Thursday, June 11 from 9 -10:00 a.m. Centerbrook. IL 1-1 PRIVATE LESSONS GIFT CERTIFICATES Private lessons are offered. Time of lessons to be scheduled Gift certificates are available at Centerbrook Golf Course with instructor. Registration Fee $30.00 for a half hour lesson and may be purchased for any amount. or $40.00 for an hour lesson. Private lessons are arranged. They can be used for golf lessons, passes or merchandise. To schedule a private lesson, please call 763 -561 -3239. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 30 Recreation Brochure OUTDOOR ACTRUITIES �nlme TENNIS LESSONS —KIDS m m �nlme TENNIS LEAGUE —TEEN Grades 3 -6. Learn forehand, backhand, d Ages 12 -18. Must have previous tennis experience & be serving, court rules, etiquette and scoring. able to sustain a rally with forehand & backhand, return Bring a racquet; balls furnished. Classes meet serves, be somewhat consistent on volleys & able to keep score. twice a week for 3 weeks. Classes 1 hour. You are responsible for transportation to practices & matches. Beginning #'s 11835 & 11836. Intermediate Register by June 1, space permitting. 8 to 12 players required to #11837. Registration Fee $25.00/5 Sessions. form team. Registration Fee $52.00, includes league play & T- Day Begins Time Location Activity # shirt. M &W June 15 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Park 11835 Days Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 15 11:45 a.m.Grandview Park 11836 M,W,TH June 15 1 -3:30 p.m.Various Courts 11840 M &W July 13 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Park 11837 Qnhe TENNIS LESSONS —TEEN Grades 7 -12. Learn basic ground strokes, serves and a TENNIS LEAGUES —ADULT volley techniques. Bring a racquet; balls furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks for 1 hour. Beginning Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, #11838; Intermediate #11839. Registration Fee $25.00/5 Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Sessions. Robbinsdale adult tennis leagues for Day Begins Time Location Activity # intermediate & advanced players. Tentatively M &W June 15 1:00 p.m.Grandview Park 11838 starts the week of June 1. Evening leagues play M &W July 13 11:45 a.m. Evergreen Park 11839 once a week for 7 -10 weeks. *For women's and mixed doubles, register with a partner. Fee - $22.00 /person for #'s 11841 & 11843; $28.00/ ao a couple for #'s 11842 & 11844. Registration deadline is May 22. Day League Time Activity # D ° Tues. Women's Singles 6:00 p.m. 11841 Wed. Mixed Doubles* 6:00 p.m. 11842 Thurs. Men's Singles 6:00 p.m. 11843 Thurs. Women's Doubles* 6:00 p.m. 11844 Ever reen Park Courts 72" & Bryant Ave N Grandview Park Courts BROOKLYN CENTER PARKS 60 &Humboldt Ave N The City of Brooklyn Center prides itself on 522 acres of parks and nature centers, each with its own personality. Combined with a 20 -mile trail system extending to all neighboring communities and the Mississippi River close at hand, residents ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK can walk or bicycle almost anywhere in minutes. A listing of parks along with their location, amenities and photos is Concerts available on the website. A parks, schools and trail map is available at the community center and on our website at www.citvofbrooklvncenter.mn.us For a map or to view the Central Park. See page parks, select parks & recreation, parks and trails. 27 Annual Men's Major NIT DUDLEY /BUDWEISER MINNESOTA CLASSIC Sponsored By EASTON June 19, 20, 21, 2009 Brooklyn Center Central Park Watch our state softball teams compete against national powers for a berth in the USSSA World Series. Admission: $3 /day., L For information, call 763 -569 -3400. Recreation Brochure 31 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org L aouairic incTiVITIES 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. (NO CLASS SATURDAY, JULY 4.) SWIM LESSON LEVELS Qnh SWIM LESSONS — The American Red Cross Swimming Program follows the SIX level approach Learn to Swim Program. Please refer to the - PRESCHOOL &CHILDREN level descriptions and choose the level that best fits your For children ages 3 -8. Registration Fee child's ability. Welcome to our exciting program! $41.50/9 Lessons. Classes 30 min. No Classes on Sat. July 4. Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath Sat. June 13 9:00 a.m. 1 -2 11849 control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in Sat. June 13 9:35 a.m. 1 -2 11850 water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. Sat. June 13 10:10 a.m. 2 -3 11851 Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Sat. June 13 10:45 a.m. 1 -2 11852 Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl along with rhythmic breathing. Students must pass level 1 or be able to float on their front and back independently. e SWIM LESSONS Level 3: Stroke Development III Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development with CHILDREN American Red Cross classes for front and back crawl. The butterfly kick, treading water and fl /E� ages dives are introduced. Must have the ability to swim 20 Y children es 4 & older. Some children y ards may be tested the first da --� with both front and back crawl. Y Y to assure Level 4: Stroke Improvement correct swim level. Average ratio of 5 Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke, butterfly, students /instructor. Parents do not accompany child in water. front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke, along with Classes 30 min. safety skills and sidestroke kick. Students develop endurance Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # and confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons swim 30 yards with both front & back crawl. Tues. June 9 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 11853 Level 5: Stroke Refinement Tues. June 9 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 11854 Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back Tues. June 9 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 11855 crawl and demonstrate the sidestroke. Students coordinate and Tues. June 9 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 11856 refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front crawl, Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 11857 back crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke and work on Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons flip turns, open turns, and dives. M -F June 15 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 11858 Level 6: Swimming and Skill Prorciency M -F June 15 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 11859 Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke & sidestroke; 75 yards of M -F June 15 10:10 a.m. 1 -6 11860 front & back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with M -F June 15 11:20 a.m. 1 -5 11861 more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. Students will work on strokes focusing on being able to M -F July 6 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 11862 complete 500 yards of continuous swimming using all strokes M -F July 6 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 11863 learned in previous levels including turns, survival floats, and M -F July 6 10:10 a.m. 1 -6 11864 surface dives. M -F July 6 11:20 a.m. 1 -5 11865 Qnhe JUNE JUMP START M -F July 20 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 11866 M -F July 20 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 11867 Looking for a way to jump start your summer! Come in M -F July 20 10:10 a.m. 1 -6 11868 for a mini session of lessons before summer is in full M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 1 -5 11869 swing. Each session contains 4 lessons, each 45 minutes in length. Choose either Mon. & Wed. or Tues. & Thurs. for two M -F Aug. 3 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 11870 weeks. For children ages 4 & older. Some M -F Aug. 3 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 11871 children may be tested the first day to assure M -F Aug. 3 10:10 a.m. 1 -6 11872 correct swim level. Classes have an average M -F Aug. 3 11:20 a.m. 1 -5 11873 ®® 7 _ ® ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not accompany child in water. Registration Fee $27.00/4 Lessons. Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # Swimming is the most important skill a child can learn; no M &W June 1 5:30 p.m. 1 -2 11845 other lesson or sport can save a child's life! M &W June 1 6:30 p.m. 1 -3 11846 We offer: -Safe, caring and professional instruction. T &TH June 2 5:30 p.m. 1 -2 11847 -A disciplined and fun learning environment. T &TH June 2 6:30 p.m. 1 -3 11848 - Building self - confidence while building skills. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 32 Recreation Brochure Aquatic Activities continued Qnh SWIM LESSONS — TINY TOTS Wine SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR Are you excited to introduce your littlest swimmer to fun ADULT — BEGINNER in the water? Come join us for our newest class to - Have you ever wanted to learn to swim? This is introduce children ages 1 -2 to the water. One parent must I the class to help you gain confidence and basic accompany child in the water. Children must wear swim a )� \ skills. Men and women ages 16 and up. The diaper. Classes 30 minutes. focus is on individual needs; everyone is welcome Day Begins Time Activity # regardless of skill level. Classes 30 min. Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Day Begins Time Activity # Tues. June 9 5:10 p.m. 11874 Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Tues. June 9 6:20 p.m. 11875 Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 11900 Tues. June 9 6:55 p.m. 11876 Classes Monday - Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons M -F June 15 9:00 a.m. 11901 M -F June 15 9:35 a.m. 11877 M -F July 6 10:45 a.m. 11902 M -F July 6 11:20 a.m. 11878 M -F Aug. 3 11:20 a.m. 11903 M -F July 20 10:10 a.m. 11879 M -F Aug. 3 9:35 a.m. 11880 Onh SWIM LESSONS — PARENT AND TOT a SWIM LESSONS — ADULT Water adjustment & beg inning swim lessons for children ' WOMEN ONLY like to learn to swim ages 2 to 3 years. One parent must accompany child in Would you ' but are the water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Classes 30 min. nervous to try? Women, this is the class for you! Day Begins Time Activity # Sign up with a friend and learn a fun new skill Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons together! Learn in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with a female Tues. June 9 5:45 p.m. 11881 instructor. Classes 30 min. Tues. June 9 6:20 p.m. 11882 Day Begins Time Activity # Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons M -F June 15 9:00 a.m. 11883 Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 11904 M -F July 6 10:45 a.m. 11884 Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 11885 M -F June 15 9:00 a.m. 11905 M -F Aug. 3 10:10 a.m. 11886 M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 11906 Qnhe SWIM LESSONS — LIL' TOTS Check out our class for your lil' tot specifically designed for their comfort level and needs! For ages 34. A great start to lessons! Limited to 4 participants per class. Parents do Qnhe SWIM LESSONS —ADAPTIVE not accompany child in the water. Classes 30 min. For all ages with physical or - Day Begins Time Activity # developmental disabilities. Ratio 1 Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons student/1 instructor. Missed lessons will not be Tues. June 9 5:10 p.m. 11887 made up. Registration Fee $100.00 /10 Lessons. a Tues. June 9 5:45 p.m. 11888 Day Begins Time Activity # Tues. June 9 6:55 p.m. 11889 M -F June 15 10:10 a.m. 11907 Classes once a week for 9 weeks — $41.50/9 Lessons M -F July 20 9:35 a.m. 11908 Sat. June 13 10:45 a.m. 11890 #11909 by arrangement only; call Natalie, 763 -569 -3317. Classes Monday - Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Registration Fee $10.00 for one 30 min. lesson. M -F June 15 10:10 a.m. 11891 By Arrangement Only. Call 763 -569 -3317. Activity #11909. M -F June 15 11:20 a.m. 11892 M -F July 6 9:00 a.m. 11893 M -F July 6 11:20 a.m. 11894 QAIiW AQUA BUDDIES Students with Autism M -F July 20 10:10 a.m. 11895 Looking for a terrific lesson program for your child with M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 11896 Autism Spectrum Disorder? We are thrilled to introduce M -F Aug. 3 9:35 a.m. 11897 a new program where children receive one -on -one instruction. M -F Aug. 3 10:10 a.m. 11898 Graphic images may be used as part of instruction. Students have a chance to participate in a quieter pool environment in Qnhe SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR order to maximize their learning and enjoyment. Instructors are NO ADULT — INTERMEDIATE —Ages 16 & up trained in working with students with Autism and look forward Have you taken lessons before but would like to learn to meeting your family. Registration Fee $90.00 /9Lessons. more advanced skills? Would you like to start building your Day Begins Time Activity # endurance? If you have taken our Beginner adult lessons you Sat. June 13 9:00 a.m. 11910 are now ready to try Intermediate. Focus is on individual needs. Sat. June 13 11:00 a.m. 11911 Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. #11912 by arrangement only; call Natalie, 763 -569 -3317. Day Begins Time Activity # Registration Fee $10.00 for one 30 min. lesson. Tues. June 9 6:55 p.m. 11899 By Arrangement Only. Call 763 -569 -3317. Activity #11912. Recreation Brochure 33 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Aquatic Activities continued Qnh DIVING — FUNDAMENTALS — LEVEL 6 COMPETITIVE FITNESS SWIMMER This class is part of the new Red Cross swimming Level 6. For those who may be interested in joining a program designed to mix both swimming strokes with swim team. Stroke analysis and development, speed diving skills. This exciting class allows you to improve your turns and starts and basic fitness will be emphasized. swimming as well as work on your dives. Registration Fee Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Classes $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Monday -Friday for 2 Monday -Friday for 2 weeks. weeks. Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity # M -F July 6 11:20 a.m. 11929 M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 11913 M -F Aug. 3 11:20 a.m. 11930 WATER SAFETY AIDE e DIVING — SPRINGBOARD / If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the r Learn forward and back approaches, setting ( � place to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming the board for spring, terms, positions and \ ability. Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the basic front and back dives. Must be at level / instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with 3 or above swimming ability. experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an Day Begins Time Activity # apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Classes 1 hour. Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Day Begins Time Activity # Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 11915 Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $78.00/10 Lessons Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons Tues. June 9 5:45 p.m. 11931 M -F June 15 11:20 a.m. 11916 Classes Monday - Friday for 2 weeks — $78.00/10 Lessons M -F July 20 11:20 a.m. 11917 M -F June 15 10:10 a.m. 11932 M -F July 6 9:35 a.m. 11933 Qnhe SYNCHRONIZED SWIM CLASS ' , M -F July 20 10:10 a.m. 11934 For level 4 or above swimmer? If so, try \It � M -F Aug. 3 9:00 a.m. 11935 synchronized sw Learn basic By arrangement only; Natalie 763 -569 -3317; Activity #11936. synchro skills & a routine. Beginner & e LIFEGUARD TRAINING — RED CROSS advanced beginner. Instructor USA Synchro Level 1. Would you like to work at a pool? This American Red Registration Fee $46.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Cross class is for you! Class will emphasize victim Day Begins Time Activity # recognition, surveillance & equipment -based rescues. Includes Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 11918 Standard First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Must be at least 15 by last day of class & pass pre - course test. -Activity #11937 meets Fri., May 29 & June 5, 5:30 -9:30 p.m.; SWIM LESSONS — PRIVATE Sat., May 30 & June 6, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. & Sun., May 31, For all levels, children or adults. Minimum age 6. 10 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Focus is on individual needs. Designed to help you Registration accepted immediately! be successful. Ratio 1 student/1 instructor. Missed Registration Fee $215.00, includes book & pocket mask. lessons will not be made up. To schedule private swim lessons, No refunds issued one week prior to the start date of class. call Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. Day Begins Time Activity # Weekend Class May 29 5:30 p.m. 11937 # of Sessions Fee Activi # M -F June 8 -12 12:30 -6:30 p.m. 11938 10 Lessons $170.00 11919 M -F July 6 -10 12:30 -6:30 p.m. 11939 5 Lessons $85.00 11920 M -F Aug. 3 -7 12:30 -6:30 p.m. 11940 3 Lessons $51.00 11921 Qnhe WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS 2 Lessons $34.00 11922 Looking for a job teaching swim lessons? If you are age 1 Lesson $17.00 11923 16 or older, learn the art of teaching swimming to all ages. When you complete class, you will be certified as Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. -Activity #11941 meets Qnline SWIM LESSONS — SENSATIONAL Sat. June 13, 12 - 8:30 p.m.; Sun., June 14, 1 - 8:30 p.m.; ` SWIMMING FOR TEENS Mon., June 15, 12 -8:30 p.m. & Tues. June 16, 1 -8:30 p.m. Ntor Ages 10 -18? Want to learn how to swim? Join us & -Activity #11942 meets Thurs, Aug. 6, Fri., Aug. 7, build your confidence in the water. Focus is on individual Sat., Aug. 8, & Sun., Aug. 9,12-8:30 p.m. needs. Everyone is welcome! Classes 30 minutes. Registration Fee $220.00 /includes all materials. Registration Day Begins Time Activity # deadline for Activity #11941 is June 1 and for Activity Classes once a week for 10 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons #11942 July 22, space permitting. No refunds issued after Tues. June 9 7:30 p.m. 11924 each of these dates for specific class. Questions, call Natalie Classes Monday- Friday for 2 weeks — $46.00/10 Lessons or Kirsten, 763 -569 -3317. M -F June 15 10:10 a.m. 11925 Registration accepted immediately. M -F July 6 11:20 a.m. 11926 Day Begins Time Activity # M -F July 20 9:35 a.m. 11927 Varied June 13 Time varies 11941 M -F Aug. 3 9:00 a.m. 11928 Varied Aug. 6 Time varies 11942 www.cilyojbrooklyncenter.org 34 Recreation Brochure • I I I 1I K&WAIL • Amw� 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 763 -569 -3400 (Recreation Office) 763 - 569 - 3441 (24 Hour Recorded Information Line) MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS SUMMER HOURS EFFECTIVE JUNE 8 - SEPTEMBER 6 Memberships entitle the member to use the Olympic swimming \ pool, 150" water slide, diving boards, exercise room and sauna during hours listed to the right. Hours subject to change. OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE • Individual Membership - Available to one person. Monday, Wednesday Tuesday • Dual Membership - Available to two people who both Thursday & Friday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. reside at the same address. Proof of residency required. 1:00 to 8:00 P.M. Adults only - 8:00 to 8:50 a.m. • Senior Membership - Available to Brooklyn Center senior Adults only - 8:00 to 8:50 a.m. & Noon to 1:00 p.m residents age 62 & older. Proof of residency required. & Noon to 1:00 p.m. Lap Swim 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. • Senior Dual Membership - Available to two Brooklyn Center senior residents age 62 & older who both reside at the Saturday Sunday same address. Proof of residency required. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. • Household Membership - Available to two adults & up to Adults only - 11:30 a.m. to three dependents age 17 & younger or full -time students age 1:00 p.m. Lap swim 22 and younger who are attending post - secondary school. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Proof of residency and post- secondary status required. • Household+ Membership - Additional dependents may be EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA added for $6.00 per month, per person. Monday - Saturday Sunday MEMBERSHIP PRICES 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 7 7. to 5:00 p.m. 1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year Individual $28.00 $76.00 $134.00 $218.00 WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE Dual $36.00 $97.00 $173.00 $281.00 Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday & Sunday Thursday, Friday & 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Senior $22.00 $59.00 $106.00 $198.00 Saturday Senior Dual $30.00 $81.00 $144.00 $270.00 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Household $42.00 $113.00 $202.00 $328.00 COMMUNITY CENTER CLOSED Household+ $6.00/ $18.00/ $36.00/ $72.00/ Monday, May 25, Memorial Day dependent dependent dependent dependent Saturday, July 4 4 of July Monday September 7, Labor Day 7$$317.00 • Pool - AMENITIES & SERVICES An adult must accompany children ages 5 & 25 50 100 Punches Punches Punches Child up to age 14 & $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 1 $180.00 $340.00 supervised by an adult. Swimsuits required. Adult 18 & over 1 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 GENERAL ADMISSION P RICES shoes required. • 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 er $4.25 $3.25 your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in Senior Adult 62 &older opposite gender locker rooms. Family locker rooms Youth ages 15 -17 & $5.25 $4.25 available. Adult 18 & over 0 Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items. Recreation Brochure 35 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org I 4 . 0 40S 1 A 14)11 A • M 1 � 1 z` SQ Ottt Surf BUNk* ? Friday, June 5 & Thursday, June 11, 1 -8: 00 p. m. 1 Enjoy one of your first days of summer vacation -K— # 1 �F- r p Bri g� p Y • . SurflTS � 1 at the ool. A eat wa to celebrate that summer is n t water u yo ur 1 or an adventurous - -�� ' Slide & Spa rkle* down items Surf>�><ufng 1 -5:00 p.m. 1 t i TIe�90ItS Celebrate the 4' of July week! jump from the diving boards. Enjoy great tunes poolside. Don't miss theses special pool activities. 1 - School age children grades K -12 can pay regular pools P P i �> Q'YfhQYQfQIXZQ Monday, June 29 — S Prize Drawings! admission and ride the water slide for FREE Music from 3- Y� P j 7:00 p.m. Meet Dunkin the Dolphin at 3:00 or 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 — Fun Float—Br your floatable! 1 Note: Not all school districts are done by this day, check Friday, July 17 & Wednesday, July I — Bring Picnic Lunch & Eat Poolside! 1 your child's school calendar. Friday, August 14, 1 -5:00 p.m. Thursday, July 2 — Rockin' & Rollin' at BC Pool! Surf n With Dad Come show off your new swimming Friday, July 3 — Fun Float —Bring your floatable! Sunday, June 21, 1 -5:00 p.m. _ - _ skills with an extravaganza of pool_ Saturday, July 4 — Closed -Air- Celebrate Dad's special day at the ; fun! Bring the coupon from your community center. No matter what _ skills sheet and get in free! Come age he is, bring your Dad �- with a friend and listen to tunes while swimming for FREE! All fathers you float away the day. Fun for 1 receive free admission to pool & ; D =� � T Q DOipU$ everyone! Join us on the patio for a water slide when accompanied by one or more 131ltwa3 p4mt3 barbecue special of a grilled hotdog, j)�1L Pltlit' 1;IBT11D1��1 1 kids at regular prices. Great opportunity for ; chips and beverage for only $1.50! 1 Dads & kids to have fun together! Friday, June 26, 12:30 -2:00 p.m. ; Pi�RT?l P1�Ift11 1 Central Park includes 1 You are invited to Dunkin's -Use of the party room for 1% hours! 1 t 3` Birthday Party! _ •Pool admission for up to 10 children! 1 \ ` Games! Music! Dancing! Water OIy><upfQN* -Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children! 1 ` The $45.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS RE QUIRED Face Painting! '% Wednesday, July 22, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m. Q 1 j Hotdog, chips, beverage & birthday Lunch on Patio WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION. 1 cake! Gift bags for first 200 children. at 12:30 p.m. A minimum of seven days notice required. l ' ` -12 Fee for additional children for the � � � • (Appropriate for ages 3 .) It's wet! It's wild! It's our annual Water � Dolphin Birthday Pa Package is 1 ` Olympics! A fun aftern o f P y s 1 4.25 each. g $ " . . � A ges 12 &under can swim & o0 o relays, games g Y g I � � Adults &youth ages 15 &older pay regular use water slide for $2.75! &prizes. Come for the Olympics! Ride the pool & water slide admission fees. 1 awesome water s e a = slide! Take di in the ool! p p ♦ Make a reservation, 763 - 569 -3400 Monday- Friday, 9:30 a.m. We can't promise you a gold medal, but x:00 m. Adult making eservation is responsible for 1 . ` ` ' �► 0_ �� you'll have a g reat time. supervising Room 25 including p supervising 1 Y g P g p�Y• g - parents. Minimum height for going down water slide is 52 ". 1 % II�.G.I.�. Children less than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or 1 be accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in pool, 1 FUN PIKOAWS* Dog Days Of Suiumer* ♦ You may bring commercially prepared or store bought cake, 1 Hip R OD Nigkt* Every Friday, 5 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 1 - 5:00 p.m. ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape 1 Saturday July 11, 5 -8:00 p.m. Thank goodness it's Friday! For Come escape the heat with a cool dip in dye) and/or order pizza from restaurants. No homemade food 1 unsinkable fun, bring our favorite fun items including crockpots, salads, sandwiches, etc. are 1 & g y f " the pool. Dine on the patio with your float to the pool. Inner tubes, air friends and family as you enjoy a hotdog, permitted. 1 Saturday August 8, 5 - 8:00p.m. mattresses, beach balls, floating''i chips and beverage 1 Pump it up. Get down with your animals, and noodles are all welcome.', 1 favorite Hi Ho Hits! Join our for $150 s pecial Water slide is available. .. P P P Brooklyn Center Community Center 1 DJ who will be spinning the tunes 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center 1 for a jammin' good time! VeneraI Admi ssion P1 1901 gppl3T 1 763 - 569 -3400 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 36 Recreation Brochure Recreation Brochure 37 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org ,F - GENERAL INFORMATION REFUND POLICY NOTE INCLEMENT WEATHER • Requests for refunds must be made • Participant substitutions are not If classes or other recreation activities at least 24 hours before first class. allowed. (You cannot sign up one are canceled due to inclement weather, child and replace him /her with a we will attempt to make them up. • A $5 cancellation fee will be siblin g or friend. ) Sometimes circumstances beyond our charged per class, activity or control do not make this possible. membership up to $200.00. • We cannot prorate activity fees. WEATHER LINE • For classes, activities and . We do not hold spots. Programs may be canceled due to memberships over $200.00, 3% of weather conditions. Call 763 -569 -3442 the fee will be deducted from the • If a child is not picked up for a recorded message about activity refund. immediately after class, $5 fee is cancellations. Cancellations may be charged for every 10 minutes after announced on WCCO -AM 830. • No refunds given on classes or class ending time. activities of $5 or less. • Spectators are not permitted. INSTRUCTORS WANTED • If you find it necessary to cancel Class attendance is limited to If you have a talent you would like to after the first class, make your participants. share with children and/or adults, please request 24 hours before the second call the recreation department at 763 - class. Classes and memberships will • Children may get food, paint, or 569 -3400. Instructors are needed to be prorated plus the cancellation fee glue on their clothing & shoes in art will be deducted from the refund. & cooking classes. Wear old clothes teach swimming lessons, fitness classes and/or bring a paint shirt or apron. and children's programs. We look • No refunds will be issued after the forward to hearing from you. second class. • Photograph notice: Staff takes pictures of program participants to -- • Refunds for classes, activities and use for publicity purposes. Photos BROOKLYN CENTER memberships paid with a credit card may appear in the brochure, on the COMMUNITY CENTER at the community center in person, website or other marketing by phone, mail or fax are credited to publications. 763 -569 -3400 the same credit card. AUXILIARY AIDS OFFICE HOURS • Refunds for activities paid with a Auxiliary aids for persons with credit card using eConnect (online) disabilities are available upon request at Monday — Saturday registration will be refunded by least 96 hours in advance. For 8 :30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m. check; please allow 2 -3 weeks. information, call the director at 763 -569- 3407. Persons with hearing or speech Sunday • Refunds for classes, activities and impairment are served by the MN Relay memberships paid by cash or check Service, 711 (TTYNoice). 12:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. are refunded by check. Checks are mailed; please allow 2 -3 weeks. DISCIPLINE HOW TO CONTACT US REFUND POLICY FOR To insure a quality experience, a policy Recreation Director HOLIDAY, of discipline has been created. Rules will Jim Glasoe 763 -569 -3407 LIFEGUARD TRAINING & be given the first day of class. Students who do not follow the rules set by the ONE DAY CLASSES instructor will be given one warning. If Program Supervisors they choose not to follow the rules a Joe Ericksen 763 -569 -3382 • Requests for refunds must be made second time, they will be sent home Kathy Flesher 763 -569 -3405 at least seven days before the class from class and will not be allowed to Sue LaCrosse 763 - 569 -3406 date. No refunds will be issued later return. No money will be refunded. than seven days before the class starting date. Aquatic Supervisors • Refund cancellation fees as LIABILITY Kirsten Jankovich 763 - 569 -3317 described under refund policy The Recreation Department does not Natalie Ramirez 763 -569 -3317 apply. provide accident insurance for participants in any of its programs. Register online at If classes or activities are canceled by Participants assume all inherent risk of www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org the recreation department, a full injury from their involvement in with Visa or MasterCard refund will be issued. programs or activities. _ www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 38 Recreation Brochure REGISTRATION INFORMATION e- Connect (Online) WALK -IN MAIL -IN /FAX -IN Registration Begins Registration Begins Registration Begins Wednesday, May 6 Saturday, May 9 Tuesday, May 12 IF YOU'VE TAKEN A CLASS 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. If you have taken a class from us, Register at the Mail- In/Fax -In registrations will be you already have a login ID and customer service counter at the processed on a random basis. Use family account PIN number. If you Brooklyn Center Community Center the form on back page. Mail to: need assistance with the numbers, Brooklyn Center Recreation call 763 -569 -3400. Department, 6301 Shingle Creek TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT PHONE -IN Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN • In person at the community Registration Begins 55430. Fax number is 763 -569 -3434. center Monday, May 11 • Call 763 -569 -3400 9 a.m. Payment must be included. • _ Online at Please have your www.cityofbrooklyncenter.or2 Visa or MasterCard number ready. select parks & recreation, e- Connect form. Once you have your login ID Phone -In registration hours: and PIN number, you are ready to register for classes online. Monday — Saturday Visa and MasterCard 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. are accepted. TO REGISTER FOR Sunday _-j CLASSES ONLINE 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. VIS4 1. Go to www.citvofbrooklvncenter.ori! pfd 2. On the xomepage Make check payable to „ click City of Brooklyn Center. 3. Click on an activity name and select "Add." 4. Enter your login ID number and your PIN number. 5. Under "select a Client' select the REGISTER EARLY FINANCIAL family member who will participate Registration is on a first -come, first- in that activity. served basis. Instructors are not ASSISTANCE 6. Select "Continue" to continue permitted to accept registration. The Limited to Brooklyn Center residents shopping or "Go To Checkout." recreation department reserves the right who could not otherwise take a class due 7. Repeat steps 3 -5 to register for to cancel classes when an insufficient to financial reasons. For information, multiple classes or to register other number of people have signed up. call the director at 763 -569 -3407. family members. Waiting lists are kept for classes that Financial assistance is not available 8. Click "My Basket' to check your are full. If there are sufficient requests online. Requests and registration must current registrations before checking and if space and an instructor are be made in person. out. Please verify that you have the available, additional classes may be correct family member(s) registered. formed. 9. To check out, click "OK" on the security notice, complete your credit Classes have a minimum and maximum card payment (Visa or MasterCard), number of registrants. Some fill to NO and hit "Continue." Be sure to select capacity early. In other cases, if they NON- RESIDENT FEES the Complete Transaction Button. appear to be under enrolled, we have to Unlike many of our neighboring (Note: you may print your receipt.) cancel classes several days before the communities, Brooklyn Center starting date. There have been instances Recreation Department does not e Look for this symbol throughout where individuals have expressed an charge non - resident fees for any of the brochure. These activities interest in a class already canceled. our programs, classes or community and classes are available for Please register early to avoid center memberships. online registration. disappointment.. Recreation Brochure 39 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org City o/ Presorted Standard U.S. Postage BROOKLYN Paid CENTER Permit No. 2170 Minneapolis, MN 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center MN 55430 Day Camp - Kool Kids CSI Safety Academy Day Camp - Explorer's August 4 -6 August 11 & 12 Survivor 2009! Brooklyn Center Community Center August 18 -20 For ages 6 -12 Brooklyn Center Community Center Brooklyn Center Community Center You're going to Hollywood — For grades 2 -4 For ages 6 -12 Brooklyn Center style! Meet firefighters & police officers! Let the games begin! Make star - studded crafts! Learn how to keep safe! New challenges & games! Produce movie skits! Bike safety! Fire safety! Amazing craft projects! Walk the red carpet! Help solve a big case! Swim & ride the awesome water slide! Swim & ride the awesome water slide! Safety Academy graduation ceremony! Registration Fee $60.00/3 days. Registration Fee $60.00/3 days. Registration Fee $25.00/2 days. More information, see page 23. More information, see page 23. More information, see page 23. Mail -In or Fax -In Registration Form (Use separate form for each person.) Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Name Male Female The Brooklyn Center Parks and Address Recreation Advisory Commission City Zip Code meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Phone H) () W) () community center. This commission Master Contact E -Mail advises the City Council on the Activity # Activity Name parks and recreation program in Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson, Activity # Activity Name chairperson; Gail Ebert; Muriel Lee; Birth Date Grade Amount Paid Roger Peterson; John Russell; Tom Parent Name Shinnick; Dan Starling. Form of payment: ❑Check Department Mission Dedicated to the citizens of Credit Card Information: ❑Visa ❑MasterCard Brooklyn Center that they may share in the God given right to Card Holder's Name Exp. Date beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, Number and to the end that each may herein Special Needs (including food allergies): find the laughter of childhood, the acceptance of youth, the fulfillment For swim lessons, indicate swim level of adult life, and the companionship Youth sports t -shirt size of old age, through a healthy, Registration card is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be processed before satisfying use of leisure time. May 12, 2009. For registration information, see page 39.