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Home My WebLink About2008 Edition 161 Winter ■ ' EDITION 161 WINTER 2008 a newsletter for residents of the city of brooklyn center Acts of Kindness Show Community Strength grocery At its meeting of Octo- while r ry sho in pp' g; Random Acts of Kindness ber 23, 2007, the Brook- g Nominees writing and receiving lyn Center City Council a grant to transport Rev. Gerald Peterson recognized students for school g � persons who t had been nominated for irr of Clement Wright projects; voluntarily the Random Acts of Kind- coordinating fund- 1 .'4' /r/1 C Darrell Maloney ness award during 2007. raisers; along with Bob Walz This year eight individu- mail delivery, deliv- , ` als and four organiza- Sue Low Bring friendship, hu- tions /groups were nomi- °{ mor, concern, and Riverwood Neighborhood „ .� Hated to receive recogni- care to route pa- »° Elsa Flores &Dave Bergen tion for their Random trons; and offering Super America Acts of Kindness. generosity and kind - 9 Y Photo by D. Sannes Mike Gaffey n e s s t o w a r d Patricia Williams, nominated by Starbucks Coffee Company Random Acts submitted neighbors. Januarie Ryan, receives a Random Acts included snow shoveling of Kindness Certificate from Mayor Joyce Gulseth for a neighbor; kind ges- Willson. The City Council ex- Patricia Williams tures of City employees tended its apprecia- Tim Macmurdo during the neighborhood tion to all who partici- If you know someone road construction project; who has performed an Brooklyn Center Engineering Division volunteers participating in gated in this year's Ran- act of kindness and p p g dom Acts of Kindness 9 Pictures of award recipients can be the Adopt a Road and rec to those would like to nominate found on the city website. Adopt a Park programs; making nominations, and that person to receive an weekly visits by Pastor; especially to those who award, call the City Clerk www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org donating retirement at (763) 569 -3306 or visit money to flood victims; have contributed to the the City's web site at quality of life in Brooklyn vww .cityofbrooklyncenter.org . safeguarding a purse Center. - Inside this issue: Random Acts of Kindness 1 City Manager's Message City Manager's Message 1 By Curt Boganey Landscape & Garden Winners 2 2007 has been a very Embassy Suites Hotel measures are being initi- Rental Properties On -Line 3 exciting and productive and Wal -Mart Supercen- ated and partnerships are year. Three new mem- ter planned for Brookdale being forged with Brook- Volunteer Citizen Commissions 3 bers joined the City Mall. TIF District #1 was lyn Park and other stake - Community News 4 Council in January. The decertified so future taxes holders. The Compre- Council adopted eight from this district will be Recycling 5 goals, establishing staff distributed to the County, hensive Plan will be up- direction and priorities for City and School District. dated in 2008, with com- Winter Safety 6, 7 resource allocation. Re 2008 promises to be munity involvement being City Contact Information 8 development efforts have even more exciting. To an important element of resulted in new opportu- that plan. Recreation Brochure 9 nities including the address crime, proactive Continued on page 8 2007 Landscape & Garden Contest Winners JUDGE'S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE s FOR FRONT ENTRY GARDEN f Gary and Julie Brown i 7012 Willow Lane The inviting front entry of this home on " the banks of the Mississippi River got one of the Judge's top awards. Out- standing plant specimens provide calm- ing woodland influences which work per- ' featly with the architecture of the river- front home. Ornamental dogwoods any Benefits of Gardening frame the scene and carefully selected accents of potted flowers add to the ardening provides many benefits charm. Simplicity translates to grandeur. other than making the city more beautiful. Gardening: ovides physical exercise to help JUDGE's AWARD OF EXCELLENCE keep y ou healthy. FOR FORMAL FRONT YARD elps provide relief for Life's daily, stresses. Julie Deneve 7007Logan Avenue North n incorporate valuable family, Designed and built by the homeowner, time. this 450+ hour labor of love brought life and beauty back to a neighborhood dam - Increases security of your home if aged by the September 2005 storms. dscaping and plants are properly While the uniquely sculpted Austrian chosen and designed. Y pine adds character, the perennial grass i adds texture and the fountain provides a ;reproves the environment through water source for the song bird popula- %^ tion. The landscaping and lighting trans - reduction of air and water form this rambler into something special pollutants, at night. thousands of dollars in value to y our propert Special Recognition was awarded to the following properties: Bill and Barb Miller, 4307 71 Ave., a "must see" driveway garden. Mike and Pat Murphy, 6449 Marlin Dr., shade gardens on their corner property. David and Jennifer Harenza, 5556 Knox Ave., curb appeal of their corner property. Carolynne Darling, 5318 Girard Ave., "Most Enthusiastic Gardener." Please visit Arlene Swanson, Brooklyn United Methodist Church, 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., the City web site at non- residential garden. th www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Vy Peterson and Leslie Amon, 4528 -4530 58 Ave. N., courtyard gardens in an apartment community. for photos of all the 2007 Twin Lake North Apartment complex, Bass Lake Road & 58 Ave., entrance winners. gardens. page 2 Edition 161 Licensed Rental Properties Now On -Line ®� Do you have a rental The operation of rental fee, and completing the ®® property in your properties is a business inspection process. neighborhood? You enterprise that entails A rental property cannot certain property owner be homestead. The As- can find out by responsibilities. Owners sessing Department must checking the city and operators are re- be contacted within 30 WebSite. sponsible for making sure days of occupancy that the residents who change regarding the occupy the dwelling may homestead status. The In order to rent or lease a pursue the quiet enjoy- Assessing Department residential property in ment of normal life activi- may be reached at (763) Brooklyn Center, a rental ties in an environment 569 -3310 . license must first be ob- that is safe, secure, sani -- tained. The rental licens- tary, and free from nui- ing and inspection pro- sances; suitable for rais- If you suspect a property, gram's purpose is to as- ing a family. is being rented and not ' sure rental housing is licensed, please contact decent, safe, sanitary and the Deputy City Clerk at operated and maintained License requirements (763) 569 -3308. so it is not a nuisance to include filing an applica- the neighborhood. tion, paying the required Rental licensing information is just a click away. City Council Thanks Volunteer Citizen Commissioners The City of Brooklyn Center is very fortunate to have many dedicated citizens willing to serve on commissions. These commissions provide an opportunity for citizens to assist the City Council in reviewing many important issues facing the City of Brooklyn Center. There are four City advisory commissions, as well as the court- appointed Charter Commission and three multi -city commissions. The City Council would like to publicly thank these commissioners for their dedicated service in 2007. Denotes that commissioner either resigned or term ended. Financial Commission Park and Recreation Planning Commission Charter Commission Mark Nemec, Chair Commission Sean Rahn, Chair Stan Leino, Chair Philip Berglin Bud Sorenson, Chair Graydon Boeck* Gary Brown Todd Boster Gail Ebert Gary Ford* Gail Ebert Gene Maze Muriel Lee Stan Leino H. Bruce Lund Rex Newman Roger Peterson Rachel Lund Harold Middleton Jessica Roerick John Russell Michael Parks Anthony Mills Susan Shogren Smith Thomas Shinnick Timothy Roche Edward Nelson Richard Theis Della Young Mary Nierengarten Housing Commission Eileen Oslund Judy Thorbus, Chair Richard Phillips Michael Johnson Richard Theis Kara Kuykendall Steve Landis Northwest Hennepin Human Northwest Suburbs Ca- Shingle Creek and West Kris Lawrence- Services Council Advisory ble Communications Mississippi Watershed Anderson Commission Commission Management Commis - Yolonde Lee Kimberley Meyer Rex Newman sions Joshua Xiong Joshua Xiong Abiy Assefa Kathleen Carmody City Watch Page 3 i Embassy Suites Hotel Breaks Ground Construction has begun on a 175 room Embassy Suites Hotel on the vacant land adjacent to the Earle Brown Heri- tage Center. The Embassy Suites will include a full service restaurant and lounge, and be connected by a fully enclosed walkway to the Earle Brown Heritage Center. The hotel will provide guests access to the Earle Brown Heritage Center's easy acce premier g p Y conference and event facilities, which has over 36,000 square feet of meeting space and can accommodate groups from 20 to 1,000. According to Jim Glasoe, Director of Com- munity Activities & Recreational Services, "The hotel will be a perfect compliment to the conference and event facilities." The City's Economic Development Authority (EDA) is trans- ferring ownership of the 6.15 acre hotel site to Duluth based Oliver Companies for construction of the Embassy Suites Hotel and a second 75 room hotel to be built later. The Embassy Suites Hotel is scheduled to open in late 2008. h Notice of Public Informational Meeting Drawings of future Embassy Suites Hotel. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Ethnicity Pursuant to the requirements of the General Permit for the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System /State February is African American His- Disposal System Permit Program, the City of Brooklyn tory Month Center will be conducting a public informational meeting to discuss the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Pro - Nearly 16% of Brooklyn Center's popula- gram at 6:30 p.m. on January 16, 2008 in the Council tion reported as Black or African Ameri- Chambers at City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. can in Census 2000. Black History Month City staff will present an overview of the City's Storm Wa- has been celebrated since 1976, thanks ter Pollution Prevention Program and report on the status to the efforts of African - American histo- of implementing storm water best management practices. rian Dr. Carter G. Woodson. The Presi Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to dent of the United States of America an- present questions and provide public comment regarding nually proclaims February as National storm water management practices in the City of Brooklyn African American History Month and en- Center. The Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program courages all citizens to gain awareness documents are available for public review at the Engineer - of and appreciation for African - American ing Division office at City Hall, Monday through Friday, history. between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Minnesota State Law Chapter 156 of the Session Laws of 2005 requires that a "city or county with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest -paid employees. For the City of Brooklyn Center, titles and salaries as of November 1, 2007, are: City Manager — $ 115,000; Chief of Police — $106,633; Director of Public Works /City Engineer — $ 106,633; Director of Fiscal and Support Services— $101,533. Page 4 Edition 161 2008 Recycling Calendar and Recycling Guide ' A new 2008 Recycling Guide is scheduled for completion in January 2008. In an effort to reduce waste and cost, the recycling guide will not be mailed to everyone, but will be available at City Hall and will be mailed out upon request. Watch for the new 2008 Recycling Calendar in the mail. It was recently mailed to residents and contains information about recycling pickup schedules. y 4, Recycling Question of the Quarter Where does the recycled paper go? Throughout the metro area, residents bring their recyclable paper to the curb for pickup by the recycling truck. But where does that truck go? And, what happens to the paper? Here's how the paper recycling process works: 1. You place your recyclable paper at the curb for recycling. Still Have Leaves? 2. A recycling hauler picks it up and takes it to a Materials Recovery Facility, or a If you still have leaves, and your MRF (pronounced "murf"). trash hauler will not haul them and 3. The MRF separates the paper by type, wraps it into large bales and ships it to the Maple Grove yard waste site is a paper mill. closed, you still have options. 4. The paper mill mixes the paper with hot water and turns it into pulp. The pulp Listed below are two sites open is screened for contaminants, such as staples and plastic, then cleaned, de- throughout the winter: inked, bleached and made into new paper products. 0 Resource Recovery Technologies Recycled paper is used in many of the paper products you use every day. More 630 Malcolm Ave SE than 80% of all U.S. paper manufacturers use recovered fiber to make their prod- Minneapolis ucts. Here are just a few of the everyday paper products made with recycled (612) 331 -4610 paper: 0 Elk River Landfill Egg cartons: From recycled newspaper and inserts. 22460 Hwy 169 NW Newspaper: Is back in circulation in less than four weeks. Elk River Cereal boxes: Office paper, newspaper and card board boxes are used to (763) 441 -2464 make cereal and other types of boxes. Please Call Ahead for A Hours and Pricing. Recycling Carts in Various Sizes 01 MWA - Is your recycling cart broken? Do you wish you could get a cart that is bigger or smaller? Whatever your need, we would like to get it right for you. Carts are Recycling Questions? available in 35, 64, or 96- gallon varieties. The cart dimensions are as follows: Please call the Cart Size Height Footprint Recycling Coordinator at (763) 493 -8007 35- gallon 37.5 inches 24 inches x 19 inches if you would like a recycling 64- gallon 41.5 inches 24 inches x 27 inches guide, a different size cart, or 96- gallon 46 inches 26 inches x 34.5 inches have recycling questions. City Watch Page 5 Safe Shopping Tips When shopping for the upcoming holiday season, please be aware of your surround- ings. It is easy to get distracted by the excitement of the season, but it is necessary to I ake precautions for the safety of yourself and your belongings. A few tips to protect I ourself and your belongings are provided below: => Store all shopping packages in the trunk of your vehicle. Do not leave anything in view that may tempt thieves. Items such as cell phones, CDs, money, jewelry, or packages of purchased items can be a temptation. Take Charge of Your => Large purses can be easily grabbed. Purses left on restroom floors, hung on hooks on the backs of doors, or otherwise unattended can be easily snatched. Safety this Winter Keep your purse close to you at all times. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Keep credit card receipts with you and not in your bag where someone could easily obtain your credit card number. If you are a victim of a crime, please contact the Police Department at 911 as soon as possible. We want our citizens and visitors to be safe. 24 vehicles stolen from Do's & Don'ts of Safe Winter Driving November2OO6to May 2007 (26% of all Taking precautions and following safe driving practices will help ensure your winter driving vehicle thefts) were left experience is a safe one. Some winter driving do's and don'ts are listed below. alone with keys in the ignition. Please stay Do... Don' t... with warming vehicles � or consider alarmed Know current road conditions I Q� Use cruise control in remote car starters. • Check local news for weather and traffic reports. freezing conditions. Roads • Watch electronic highway signs for up -to -date infor- may have isolated slippery spots mation. and braking to Adjust to Road & Weather Conditions deactivate cruise control can cause loss of control of the vehicle. • Slow Down. Posted speed limits are for dry pavement conditions. The faster you drive, the longer it takes to � Use overdrive in freezing conditions. A vehicle in overdrive automatically accelerates or downshifts on stop, especially on wet or icy roads. hills, which can cause loss of traction. • Stay back. Allow extra room for the vehicle in front of you. Leave at least 10 car lengths (200 feet) for mainte- Get overconfident with four -wheel drive. Four - nance vehicles and plows. Don't pass on the right. wheel drive helps you start quicker, but won't help you Don't cut trucks or vehicles off; they take longer to stop. stop faster. Watch for icy surfaces on bridges, even when the rest 0 Pump anti -lock brakes. If your car is equipped with of the road seems to be in good condition. Bridge decks anti -lock brakes, do not pump your brakes. The right will ice up first. way is to "stomp and steer." Look farther ahead in traffic. Anticipate other drivers 0 Drive with snow and ice on vehicles. Clear snow actions so you have extra seconds to react to problems. and ice from all windows, lights, hood and roof. Drive with your headlights on. You will be more visible 0 Rush. Be patient with yourself and others and allow to other drivers. extra time when travelling. Travel prepared. Have a winter emergency kit, good 0 Drive if you don't have to. Consider delaying your spare tire, and car in good repair. trip in blizzard conditions or bad road conditions. More i n e mergency p reparedness can be found at: o e nformatron about winter safety a nd e g y p p Red Cross at www.redcross.or, or Minnesota Department of Public Safety at www.winterweather.state.inn.us . Edition 161 1 i 'Tis the Season for Snow Removal ®►► Street snow removal operations begin when snowfall exceeds 2.5 inches and sidewalks are ®® cleared of snow after a snowfall of one inch. Crews begin plowing as soon as the storm sub- sides. City streets are divided into ten districts, with plows assigned to each district. Arterial streets are cleared first, followed by residential streets. The snow plow makes several passes up and down the street to remove the snow- two to clear the center and two to widen the street gutter to gutter. Because plowing routes are long, it may be more than an hour be- tween the initial clearing pass and the final widening pass. r Residents can help snow removal operators keep the streets and side- walks clear of snow, promote safety, and minimize annoyances by taking the following steps: City employees make all efforts to keep you moving, safe and • Do not place garbage and recycling containers in the street or comfortable during the snout' on sidewalks. Place them on the driveway or boulevard area for winter season. pickup, then remove them from public view after pickup. Vehicles obstructing * Do not allow children to play in the street, build snow forts or To report snowy or icy road snow removal play in the snow piles made by the plows. Snow plow operators conditions, please call: activities or often cannot see children in snow banks, and children can be buried parked on the in the snow or seriously hurt. Public Works Garage street overnight • Keep fire hydrants clear of snow. In the event of a fire, valuable 7 AM to 3:30 PM may be towed. time may be lost if the fire department has to locate and remove snow from a hydrant. Seconds matter! Monday - Friday • Stay back from the snow plows and trucks. Never pass a snowplow. They create (763) 569.3380 dangerous snow clouds that not only contain snow, but road debris such as rocks and sand. Snow conditions often require that the snowplow driver stop and back up before After -Hours continuing; this can create a potential accident when vehicles follow too closely. Non - Emergency • Do not park vehicles in the street during snowplowing activities or overnight between police Department 2 am -6 am. Vehicles obstructing snow plowing activities may be towed. • Please remove unauthorized obstructions from the boulevard area. Items such as (763) 569 -3333 landscape rocks, sprinkler systems, fences, bollards, timbers, shrubs, retaining walls, gardens, and large permanent mailbox installations (constructed of concrete, brick, After -Hours wood, etc.) are not allowed on the boulevard- the area 10 -15 feet back from the edge of Emergency: 91.1 the street. The boulevard is reserved for snow storage and utility placements. Not only can snow plow equipment be damaged from contact with boulevard obstructions, objects in the boulevard may be damaged during winter snowplowing operations when they are struck by heavy snow and ice or snowplowing equipment. The City does not repair or replace unauthorized items damaged in the boulevard.' Unfortunately, plugged driveways are unavoidable side effects of Mailbox Maintenance & Repairs snow plowing activities. Waiting until the street is fully plowed and Standard mailbox and post installations meeting U.S. Postal regulations are al- shoveling and piling snow in the same direction of the snow plow- lowed within the boulevard area. Mailboxes and post installation should be ing may help reduce the fru ow- checked each fall to avoid having to make repairs in the winter months, when re- tion of shoveling twice. pairs are difficult and possibly resulting in a delay in mail delivery. Wood or metal posts installed in the ground for a few years will eventually deterio- Thank you for your rate. Rotted, rusted, or unstable installations need to be replaced with a sturdy 4" x 4" post and the mailbox and paper box must be installed a minimum of 45" patience and Courtesy above the street surface to accommodate the height of the plow. Mailbox stan- during snow dards may be obtained from your local post office. If city snow removal equipment directly hit and damage a properly installed mailbox, it will be repaired or replaced. removal operations! The City will not replace mailboxes damaged due to the pressure of snow. City Watch P 7 Important Contact Numbers City Manager's Message continued from page 1 City of Brooklyn Center The EDA has acquired underutilized and vacant prop- erties such as the Northbrook Shopping Center site, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Olive Garden and Days Inn. Significant progress is ex- Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 pected in 2008 that will eventually transform these va- o klyncenler.c r.q cant properties into productive new uses adding jobs, e -mail: info @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us services and tax base to the community. The rental licensing program is being revamped to improve com- City Hall (763) 569 -3300 pliance. Recreation (763) 569 -3400 Police Non - Emergency (763) 569 -3333 1 would like to thank each citizen for your involvement Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307 in neighborhood watch, national night out, community Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served activities and volunteer efforts that make Brooklyn by the MN Relay Service 711 (TTYNoice) Center the strong community it is. With your help, the future of Brooklyn Center continues to be very bright. Council Members Mayor Tim Willson The Council, staff and 1 wish you a wonderful 20081 Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450 e -mail: mayonvillson @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Councilmember Kay Lasman New Faces at City Hall Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448 Some new faces join the city's management team. e -mail: councilmemberlasman @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Following the retirement of Brad Hoffman, Gary Eitel Councilmember Mary O'Connor became the Director of Community Development, Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447 overseeing Building Inspections, Code Enforcement, e -mail: councilmemberoconnor @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us Economic Development, Planning and Assessing. Gary Gilpin joined the management team as the new Councilmember Dan Ryan Building Official. With the retirement of Fire Chief Bo- Voicemail: (763) 569 -3445 man, a new Fire Chief, Lee Gatlin, has been hired as e -mail: councilmemberryan @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us his replacement and brings many years of experience in fire prevention and response to the city. Vickie Councilmember Mark Yelich Schleuning is the editor of City Watch and has as- Voicemail: (763) 569 -3444 sumed the duties of Assistant to the City Manager. e -mail: councilmemberyelich @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us City Manager - Curt Boganey (763) 569 -3300 Back to the Basics City COLInCil iVRu tai c City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Do you know how many miles Find Monday of the month at 7 PM. of roadway the city will plow Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council this winter season? Out meetings for persons who wish to address the City Council about issues not scheduled on the agenda. next City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following the A basic service the City provides is issue ! Regular Session City Council meetings. snow removal from streets and Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16. sidewalks. City employees work in Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 2:30 AM and 10:30 AM. extreme weather conditions at all hours of the day removing snow. Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300 or visit the 1 1 City's web site Printed on recycled paper * . _ WIN 1 ASR 2008 wine NUNN: INSIDE THIS ISSUE Adult Activities ....................... ..........................10 -14 Community Tripsters ................ .............................15 Boomers & Beyond ................ ..........................16 -18 Youth Activities ...................... ..........................19 -21 Community Bulletin Board ...... .............................22 Class Locations .......................... .............................22 Adaptive Recreation .................. .............................23 Aquatic Activities .............. ............................... 24 -26 Pool Hours and Rates ................ .............................27 Winter Pool Events ........... ............................... 28 -29 General Information ................. .............................30 Registration I nformation .......... .............................31 Registration Form ......... ...........................Back Page Gymnastics Program See Page 19. 5 1 � 4P 4P1 Brooklyn Center Community Activities, 4V Recreation & Services Department 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 4P Brooklyn Center MN 55430 763 -569 -3400 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org ADULT AcTivrrur JANUARY CLASS DROP -IN AQUA EXERCISE Take advantage of these classes that meet before the new winter l Water power! Join this invigorating high- energy class, session begins. It's a great opportunity to try a variety of classes which includes a warm up, cardio and full body toning. and meet the instructors. Interested participants are welcome to You are encouraged to participate in the intensity level that drop -in. See page 12 for fitness and senior drop -in card options suits you best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! & fees. Classes meet at the Brooklyn Center Community Center Seniors may register in the Tuesday morning activity except where NVJH is indicated. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. #10728 and the Thursday morning activity #10729 for • Senior Aqua Ex. - Tues. Jan. 8, 9:30 a.m. $28.00; senior fee not available online. Classes 50 min. • Senior Aqua Ex. - Thurs. Jan. 3, 10, 10:45 a.m. Classes once a week, $30.50/10 Sessions • Senior Aqua Ex. - Fri. Jan. 4, 11, 9:45 a.m. Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # Tues. Jan. 15 10:30 a.m. CC Heather 10728 • Aqua Ex. - Tues. Jan. 8, 10:30 a.m. Thurs. Jan. 17 9:45 a.m. CC Jean 10729 • Aqua Ex. - Thurs. Jan. 3, 10, 9:45 a.m. Classes once a week, $27.45/9 Sessions • Aqua Ex. - Tues. Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:30 p.m. at NVJH Sat. Jan. 19 8:00 a.m. CC Jean 10730 • Aqua Ex. - Thurs. Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 7:25 p.m. at NVJH Classes once a week, $18.50/6 Sessions • Aqua Ex. - Sat. Jan. 5, 12, 8:00 a.m. Tues. Feb. 5 6:30 p.m. NVJH Kathy Jo 10731 • Aqua Shallow & Deep Water - Wed. Jan. 9, 8:45 a.m. Thurs. Feb. 7 7:25 p.m. NVJH Jean 10732 • Aqua Shallow & Deep Water - Wed. Jan. 9, 16, 7:25 p.m. AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP WATER COMBO • Arthritis Water Ex. - Mon. Jan. 7, 14, 10:10 a.m. Our "combo" class combines warm up, stretching, • Arthritis Water Ex. - Wed. Jan. 9, 9:45 a.m. It aerobic exercise and strength training for a full body • Arthritis Water Ex. - Wed. Jan. 9, 16, 6:30 p.m. workout. The class is designed for all fitness levels • Deep Water - Mon. Jan. 7, 14, 11:10 a.m. and can be easily modified for a lower or higher • Deep Water - Tues. Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, 7:25 p.m. at NVJH intensity workout. Seniors may register for either • Deep Water - Thurs. Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 6:30 p.m. at NVJH class for $28.00; senior fee not available online. • Aerobic Fitness & Fun 62+ - Thurs. Jan. 3, 9:30 a.m. Registration Fee $30.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. • Aerobic Fitness & Fun 62+ - Mon. Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, 9:30 a.m. Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # • Sat. Aerobic Step Combo - Dec. 29, Jan. 5, classes meet at Wed. Jan. 16 8:45 a.m. CC Vicki 10733 the CC & Jan. 12, 8:30 a.m. at NVJH Wed. Jan. 23 7:25 p.m. CC Heidi 10734 • Strength Training - Thurs. Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m. AQUA EXERCISE- • Strength Training - Mon. Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 a.m. DEEP WATER WORKOUT • Strength Training Back & Abs for Women - Mon. Jan. 7, If you are looking for a different experience in water 6:30 p.m. exercise, try this class! Using a floatation device, the instructor CC = Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway combines aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and NVJH = North View Jr. High, 691h & Zane water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! Class is designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a Qnh AQUA EXERCISE - SENIOR �\ lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming skills are not This is a fun and health class for both men and \ required but participants should be comfortable in deep water. women 62 years and older. (Only one spouse 0 Floatation belts and noodles are furnished. Seniors may must meet age requirement.) You do not need to be a register in the Monday activity #10735 for $28.00; senior fee swimmer or put your face in the water. If you are registering for not available online. Classes 50 min. the first time, please furnish your doctor's name & number. Classes once a week, $30.50/10 Sessions Registration fee $28.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # Mon. Jan. 21 11:10 a.m. CC Jean 10735 Tues. Jan. 15 9:30 a.m. CC Heather 10725 Classes once a week, $18.50/6 Sessions Thurs. Jan. 17 10:45 a.m. CC Jean 10726 Tues. Feb. 5 7:25 p.m. NVJH Kathy Jo 10736 ObliN Thurs. Feb. 7 6:30 p.m. NVJH Jean 10737 AQUA EXERCISE 2- SENIOR I t This class is for persons who are ready to take their POOL ACCESS water exercise workout to the next level. Water buoys Brooklyn Center Community Center and unique variations using the noodle are all part of the Community center pool features a full ramp with handrail to challenge. You are encouraged to participate in the intensity provide complete access to persons in wheelchairs and/or with level that works for you! Registration Fee $28.00/10 Sessions. physical limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end. Classes 50 min. Instructor LeVon. North View - Easy Ladder® Day Begins Time Location Activity # Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with these gently Fri. Jan. 18 9:45 a.m. CC 10727 sloping steps. (Weight capacity 300 lbs.) The Easy Ladder was made possible through a generous donation from a participant, Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swimsuits; the Osseo Area School District 279 Community Education sorry, we are not responsible. Services and the City of Brooklyn Center. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 10 Recreation Brochure Adult Activities continued It ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE Qnhe STRENGTH TRAINING Joining a water exercise class gives you opportunity to "Strong women and men stay young." Age 30 or 90, fit exercise in warm water with guidance from a trained or unfit, this program can build bone density, lose Arthritis Foundation instructor. Participating can help decrease weight, and gain strength and energy. Basic exercises using pain & stiffness. Class concentrates on walking, warm -ups, weights are geared to individual ability and can put you in the range of motion of all major joints & low- impact exercises. shape needed for a healthier and more active lifestyle. Questions, call Kathy 763 -569 -3405. Registration Fee Authorities claim strength training can decrease risk for $30.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. If you own weights, Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # bring them. Otherwise, wait until after the first class before Wed. Jan. 16 9:45 a.m. CC Vicki 10738 purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle weights. Come join this Wed. Jan. 23 6:30 p.m. CC Heidi 10739 class for an energy overhaul! No class February 11 & 14. Mon. Jan. 21 10:10 a.m. CC Jean 10740 Registration Fee $22.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. ARTHRITIS FITNESS Day Begins Time Location Activity # People with arthritis can exercise and this class is designed Thurs. Jan. 10 10:30 a.m. CC 10745 specifically for you! Participants will go through a series of Mon. Feb. 4 10:30 a.m. CC 10746 gentle movements and activities designed to increase mobility Qnh STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" — and range of motion. We have the instructor, all we need is FOR WOMEN you! The instructor Bev is trained by the Arthritis Foundation. See class description above. This class will include a We will place you on a "no obligation" interest list. When we weekly "AB" workout and specific strength training exercises have 10 people, we will contact you with a starting date. If you are interested, you can register. Please call Kathy 763 -569- for the lower back. Registration Fee $30.50/10 Sessions. 3405. When we begin, registration fee will be $15.0015 Classes 1 hour. Instructor Heather. Sessions. Classes 50 min. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Begins Time Location Mon. Jan. 14 6:15 p.m. CC 10747 Thurs. TBA 11:30 a.m. CC Please register at least two days before the starting date to Qnfin AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN FOR 62+ avoid disappointment of a class being cancelled. Think about starting the day in this fun class! Bev is an QnhC AEROBICS — LOW IMPACT inspiring instructor who knows how to keep you This low impact class offers a variety of exercises used motivated with a variety of exercises. This morning program to challenge all fitness levels. The class is fun and offers emphasizes energizing routines designed to improve strength, a great cardio workout. Instructor LeVon's enthusiasm will flexibility and endurance at a level safe and comfortable for keep you moving! Registration Fee $30.50/10 Sessions. Classes you. Although this class is directed towards individuals 62 50 min. years and older, interested individuals of variable ages may Day Begins Time Location Inst. Activity # attend. Come join us! No class February 11 & 14. Tues. Jan. 15 7:15 p.m. CC LeVon 10748 Registration Fee $22.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Qn he AEROBIC STEP COMBO — SATURDAY Bev. Come alone, meet new people, make an exercise date N �D Day Begins Time Location Activity # with a friend or make it a family affair. This low impact Thurs. Jan. 10 9:30 a.m. CC 10741 great cardio workout class offers a variety of exercises used to Mon. Feb. 4 9:30 a.m. CC 10742 challenge all fitness levels. You are encouraged to participate in the intensity level that suits you best. There will be a 10 minute e MAT PILATES warm -up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 -15 minutes of Pilates is a body sculpting system utilizing gentle "non- step, followed by cool down and strength training. For persons jarring" total body exercises and proper breathing unable to do step, the same patterns may be done on the techniques. Improve your health, posture, body composition. floor during this segment. No class Feb. 16. Registration Fee Open to all exercise abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes. $24.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Cindy. Registration Fee $21.25/6 Sessions. No class February 18. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Dee Dee. Sat. Jan. 19 8:30 a.m. NVJH 10749 Day Date Time Location Activity # Mon. Jan. 28 Noon CC 10743 a STABILITY BALL, �,n WHAT DO I DO WITH IT? �" , e MAT PILATES— INTRODUCTORY Do you have one and are not sure what to do N Pilates is a body sculpting system for losing weight, with it? Then this sampler is for you! Enhance your sculpting lean, long muscles and reshaping and energy level in this class as you gain strength, balance and strengthening your body from head to toe. This introductory flexibility. Learn upper and lower body exercises including class will leave you feeling lighter, taller, leaner and relaxed. abdominal and back work. Participants provide their own Registration Fee $35.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. stability ball. Registration Fee $5.0011 Session. Class 45 min. Instructor LeVon. Instructor Cindy. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Date Time Location Activity # Tues. Jan. 15 6:15 p.m. CC 10744 Sat. Feb. 2 9:30 a.m. CC 10750 Recreation Brochure 11 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 any aqua or fitness classes that have met the minimum number of registrations to hold the class and do not fill to capacity. (A one -time pass may be purchased for a visiting friend for any of the classes, including the ones that have filled.) Cards are non - refundable and may be used only during the winter 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 winter 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 DROP -IN CARD— FITNESS OPTIONS OPTIONS Drop -In -Cards —For persons 62 years and older. Activity # # of Classes Fee Activity # # of Classes Fee / 10751 12 Classes $43.20 10756 12 Classes $46.20 10752 10 Classes $36.00 10757 10 Classes $38.50 10753 8 Classes $28.80 10758 8 Classes $30.80 10754 5 Classes $18.00 10759 5 Classes $19.25 10755 1 Class $3.75 10760 1 Class $4.00 ** *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. EXERCISE ROOM FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES BROOKLYN CENTER Wear comfortable clothes & fitness shoes. COMMUNITY CENTER 1` Mats are provided at the community The exercise room offers complete fitness center. equipment for cardiovascular and strength Steps are provided at North View. conditioning. Minimum age 15. Shirts & (� All classes coed except Strength Training, Back & tennis shoes are required in the Exercise "Abs" for Women. Room. Seepage 27 for hours. Some class cancellations are noted in class Circuit Training Equipment descriptions. Any additional changes will be noted on Fit Express Hip Abduction/Adduction the fitness calendars available from instructors, at the Fit Express Abdominal/Low Back community center service desk and on our website at Fit Express Pectoral/Deltoid www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. You may also call 763- Fit Express Shoulder Press/Pull Down 569 -3400. Classes are added at the end of a session to Fit Express Leg Extension/Leg Curl cover these cancellations. Fit Express Squat Fit Express Lift Task Fit Express Chest Row BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION Fit Express Bicep /Tricep Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe & Fitness Technology Rotary Torso effective workout. This is a basic walk through of all fitness Precor Stretch Trainer Cardiovascular Equipment equipment to help you understand how to use each machine Life Fitness Treadmills — 4 correctly. A fitness specialist will assist you on the proper use Life Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainers — 4 and correct form. This is not an individual program design Preco Elliptical — 1 session. Free for members or patrons who have paid general Star Trac Recumbent Bikes — 2 admission for the day. $10 reservation fee refundable upon Life Fitness Stair Climbers — 3 completion of orientation or cancellation 48 hours in advance of Strength Training Equipment appointment. Appointments are available on Monday Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg afternoons and evenings and Thursday mornings. Please allow Extension; Life Fitness Multi- chest; Life Fitness Bicep/Triceps; approximately 45 -60 minutes. Call 763- 569 -3400 for the Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable schedule. Crossover; Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 12 Recreation Brochure Adult Activities continued Qnhne POTTERY — BEGINNING nn11 pp This class is designed to teach the basic skills of i&e Look for this symbol throughout the throwing and hand building. The community center _ brochure. These activities and classes offers a unique opportunity to practice your new skills by 10 are available for online registration including in the registration fee 25 lbs. clay for projects, at www .cityofbrooklyncenter.org . unlimited practice time outside of class, glazes, firing fees and MN sales tax. (Additional clay is $38.92, which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing. & sales tax.) Bring a work shirt to the first BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB class. Instructor will teach 7 weeks. Students will work The club is sponsored by the Brooklyn Center independently one week during class time. Registration Fee Community Activities, Recreation & Services $104.42/8 Sessions. Classes 2%2 hours. Instructor Chad. Department. Meetings are the second Tuesday of A Day Begins Time Location Activity # the month at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall of the Tues. Jan. 29 6:30 p.m. CC 10761 Brooklyn Center Community Center. The purpose Wine POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE/ of the organization is to promote social, cultural and civic ADVANCED _ activities for area women. Annual dues are $10. Our monthly Designed for advanced students who are ' meetings are informative and with entertaining programs. Join proficient in throwing, hand building and glazing. us on January 8 for our Country Western theme highlighted The instructor will be in the lab three times during with guitarist Tony Garry. The Birch Grove Elementary School the eight -week session. This is an ideal format for participants for the Arts will be at our February 12 meeting. The children who want to work independently yet need some instruction will present a singing and dancing program. On March 11 there either in new techniques or with problem solving. Participants will be a craft fair, food collection for CEAP and the with less than 4 years experience may register at the discretion entertainment will be The Dave Allen Show. Monthly trips & of the instructor. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, tours are also offered to members. On January 30, we go to glazes, firing and MN sales tax. For heavy production, each Park Square Theater in St. Paul and the Great Waters additional 25 lbs. of clay is $38.92, which includes glazes, Restaurant for lunch. February 20, we visit the Raptor Center firing & sales tax. Registration Fee $104.42/8 Sessions. Classes and lunch at Chanti. Join us when we visit Cahill School, a turn 2% hours. Instructor Chad. of the century school, lunch at Vescio's in St. Louis Park and Day Begins Time Location Activity # visit the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. For complete Mon. Jan. 28 6:30 p.m. CC 10762 information about the club, call 763 -566 -8303. Trips for members are planned through May. Details are available at the POTTERY — LAB AND FIRING monthly meetings. PRIVILEGES Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the community center or have had -f previous experience and are familiar with the equipment. Lab I may be used on an unlimited basis other than class times and students may have pieces fired in the eight -week period. The F lab program is designed for individuals who want to work independently. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and MN sales tax. (Additional clay is $38.92, which includes 25 lbs., glazes, firing and sales tax.) Arrange your own If you are interested in learning how to train your time to work in the lab during the eight weeks. No instruction. body for optimum golf performance, this is the New lab participants are asked to meet with the instructor for an seminar for you. orientation at 6 p.m. on Monday or Tuesday of the first week. • Would you like to increase your enjoyment of Registration Fee $101.25/8 Weeks. golf by playing without pain? a Day Begins Time Location Activity # • How about 36 holes in one day and being Week of January 28 CC 10763 able to hop out of bed the next morning. • How about lower scores? GIFT CERTIFICATES In this hour long power point lecture you will learn specific Looking for a great gift idea? Give the gift of FUN! Gift exercises that will improve your strength, balance and certificates may be purchased for a Community Center flexibility to help you achieve a better golf game. Take membership, punch cards, recreation classes or merchandise advantage of the early spring months to practice your golf and are available at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 swing using the techniques learned in this seminar. Dress Shingle Creek Parkway during regular comfortably and bring a driver or longer club. office hours. For information, call 763- Instructor is Marti, N.S.C.A. —C.P.T. 569 -3400. With Valentine's Day and Easter right around the corner, a Brooklyn DETAILS COMING IN THE Center Community Center or Recreation ce SPRING RECREATION BROCHURE. Gift Certificate is a unique idea and an a m��" WATCH FOR INFORMATION IN THE MAIL OR ON exceptional value. ` WEBSITE BEGINNING FEBRUARY 15,2008! Recreation Brochure 13 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Adult Activities continued COME FOR LUNCH ... STAY FOR AARP - 55 ALIVE/MATURE BRIDGE DRIVING Join other bridge players who get together for a Registration accepted immediately. friendly afternoon of "Bridge for Fun" at Earle This classroom - training program is _ Brown Terrace, 6100 Summit Dr. N. We play the first Thursday designed to help persons 55 and older of each month at 1 p.m. This activity is open to the public. For improve their driving skills while information, call 763 -569 -3405. Participants are invited to have teaching them how to avoid accidents & lunch in their lovely dining room from Noon to 1:00 p.m. The traffic violations. Course completion is required to initiate auto reasonably priced daily special includes entree, beverage, tax & insurance discounts. Instructors are trained volunteers. gratuity. For information or reservation, call 763 -560 -6829. Four Hour Refresher — For persons who have completed the FREE TAX HELP eight hour mature driving course within the preceding three IRS trained and certified volunteers will help low years. Fee $10.00/1 Session. A4 income disadvantaged & elderly persons with tax returns: Feb. 5 through April 15 on Tuesdays & Date Day Time Thursdays, 1 -4:00 p.m. at Crystal Community Center, 4800 January 9 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Douglas Drive and Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to Noon, at Robbinsdale City Hall, 4221 Lake Road. Best times to March 5 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. come are in mid - March. No appointment is needed. Assistance April 2 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. is on a first -come basis. Please do not call these locations Bring: W2's from your employer, 1099 forms from Social Security, retirement plans, bank & other financial institutions. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Renters: bring CRP form. Homeowners: bring 2008 property Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle tax statement. Welfare recipients: bring your letter from county Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. If the class is showing how much you received. If in doubt if something is full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening important, bring it along. To find other tax preparation occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in assistance sites dial 211 after February 1. The AARP person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money Foundation Tax -Aide Program sponsors this free tax assistance order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.) Classes offered program in cooperation with the IRS & MN Dept. of Revenue at The Crossings, 6201 N Lilac Drive. Smoking is not permitted and is supported by the sites where aid is offered. in the building. Crossings residents may register with your manager; space providing. Brooklyn Center Community Qnh ABC'S OF BOATING Activities, Recreation and Services Department thanks the Lang There is a lot more to boating than Nelson Corporation & The Crossings Manager for making this dust buying a boat! This course site available. teaches the basics of boating safety. Lights, emergency procedures, required equipment and boating etiquette are all covered. This is a great class for families as well as individuals. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING (Minimum age is 12.) According to the U.S. Coast Guard, about 80 percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats West Fire Station where the operator had not completed a boating safety 6250 Brooklyn Blvd. education course. Take this class and keep you and your Tuesday— Friday, 8 -10:00 p.m. passengers safe. Your insurance company may offer a discount Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. -8:00 p.m. for successful completion of this course. Bring a bag lunch. Vending machines on site have snacks and beverages. Registration Fee $50.0011 session includes the course book. Classes 8 hours. Instructors U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS Day Date Time Location Activity # WITH DISABILITIES Sat. April 5 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. CC 10769 CEAP offers chore service and meals on wheels to eligible individuals who are over 60 and any person of any age with a 26 ANNUAL.�R disability living in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, North EARLE BROWN DAYS FESTIVAL `` '' Mpls /Camden area, 44th Ave N on up and Champlin. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES �«�r F„ Volunteers deliver hot meals at noon Monday – Friday. Call MIAA➢ TA Would you like to help plan the 2008 Earle Z ' ,, Robin at 763 - 450 -3678 for information. The Senior Chore Brown Days Festival? There are openings on Program includes snow removal, minor home repairs, and the Board of Directors which meets at 8:00 a.m. the third housekeeping and cleanup. Workers are independent Tuesday of each month at City Hall. Or would you like to contractors who are screened and whose references are be part of the fun by assisting at one or more of the festival thoroughly checked. Their name is added to our list of workers events? Volunteer opportunities are available to help at the and referred to you when you call Diane K for services at 763 - Craft & Business Expo, Parade and Family Fun & Games 450 -3667. You pay the worker when the job is completed. The events. For information about volunteering for a committee rate is $15 per hour. Applications are being taken for snow or the board of directors, call Sue at 763- 569 -3406. removal workers. www.citvojbrooklyncenter.org 14 Recreation Brochure It Community Tripsters is a program for people who enjoy getting away and meeting new friends. We live in an area that offers a multitude of fun and educational opportunities! Our trips allow you to eat at wonderful restaurants and experience a host of remarkable recreational activities. The motor coach departs and returns to Brooklyn Center Community Center. A motor coach escort accompanies all trips. REGISTRATION for the trips is now in progress by mail or in person, online at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org or phone with Visa or MasterCard. When registering for someone else, it is important to have the correct spelling of his or her name, correct address and telephone number. Deadline dates listed are on a space - permitting basis only. To register by phone, call 763 -569 -3400. Refunds given only if trip is canceled or a substitute can be found to take your place. All refunds are subject to a $5 service fee. FOR PERSONS TRAVELING ALONE — Would you like to go on some of our trips but hesitate to sign up? The Community Tripster staff would like to help put you in touch with others. If you are interested in finding out more, call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. We've got your ticket for fun! January 9 — Proposals at the Old Log Theatre March 15 — Beyond The Cross — Celebration Center Registration deadline is past. Call for openings or to be put on 2,000 years ago one man altered the course of history. Join us the no obligation waitlist. Cost $38.00 /person includes when we go to Celebration Center in Lakeville for this luncheon, theatre, tax, gratuity, motor coach & escort. incredible Easter experience. This dramatic musical hosted by Approximate time 10:15 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Activity #10463. Lowell Lundstrom has touched thousands. Together we will journey back in time when Jesus transformed the lives of ordinary people - one person, one miracle at a time. Cost February 21 - My Fair Lady - $28.00 /person includes motor coach, ticket, tax and escort. Orpheum Theater Approximate time 1:30 -6:45 p.m. Feb. 5, registration My Fair Lady premieres in the US direct from deadline. Activity #10765. the London & U.K. national tour. Starring dy acclaimed British theatre actors who earned April 10 - The Lady With All The Answers - Great rave reviews for dynamic performances as American History Theatre Professor Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle. Eppie Lederer has a big problem. Where can she turn for Based on Great Britain's award - winning London sensation and advice? Ann Landers, of course. But Eppie is Ann! Filled with hailed as the revival against which all others will be measured, bon -bons, bon mots, bubble baths, and Chanel No. 5, this warm this glorious, new production features some of your most and engaging one -woman show brings us an Ann Landers we beloved scores including "The Rain in Spain" and "I Could have never seen before - the "lady with all the answers" coping Have Danced All Night." Just you wait, Enry Iggins! Cost with a problem that does not have an easy solution. If you miss $61.00 /person includes theater, tax, gratuity, motor coach and this show, twenty lashes with a wet noodle for you! Experience escort. Approximate time 1:00 -5:30 p.m. Jan. 9, registration lunch at Q Kindness Cafe after the show, where you will have deadline. Activity #10464. an entree choice of chicken tenders or cod with coleslaw and French fries or a veggie salad, coffee and a seasonal dessert. March 5 - Joseph and the Amazing Cost $44.00 /person includes theater, lunch, tax, gratuity, motor Technicolor Dreamcoat - Chanhassen coach and escort. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. 2:15 p.m. With a crash of drums and a flash of light, Joseph March 19, registration deadline. Activity #10766. explodes in his dazzling coat of many colors! In a April 22 - St. Croix Casino "Fund" Excursion new staging of the record - breaking production, Please support this "Fund" excursion. The $6 charge for each this family classic is ready to excite a whole new trip goes towards refreshments on the trip and to help support generation. This colorful retelling of the biblical story about "boomer" programs through the Brooklyn Center Recreation Joseph, his uncanny abilities to interpret dreams and his Department. Join our escort for a fun, relaxing and scenic ride designer coat, sings out to young and old alike with a score through western Wisconsin to the casino in Turtle Lake. You filled with hits including "Close Every Door," "Any Dream will will be treated to a beverage and a donut on the bus. Bring your Do" and dozens more. This production burst onto the friends - open to all adults! Bring TLC Card on the trip. Cost is Chanhassen stage in 1983. People were clamoring for tickets $6.00 /person, includes beverage, donut, transportation, escort & but everything was sold out. Now for the first time since 1983, $5 in quarters to spend. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. -4:45 p.m. Chanhassen is thrilled to offer this award - winning musical back April 10, registration deadline. Activity #10767. to its audiences! Note: There is a short seduction scene in the play. It contains seductive costuming and suggestive 2008 Extended Trips choreography. There is no bad language contained in this Grand Marais on Lake Superior —Sept. 25 -26 - motor coach production. Cost $59.00 /person includes choice of entree, Washington D.C. —Oct. 16 -20 - air travel theater, coffee, tea, gratuity, tax, motor coach & escort. Branson Holiday Tour —Dec. 2 -6 - motor coach Approximate time 10:15 a.m. -1:40 p.m. Jan. 31, registration If you would like complete information sent to you, please call deadline. Activity #10764. 763 -569 -3405. Recreation Brochure 15 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org B00MX191 & BIWOOD Mission Statement: We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of boomers &beyond and their families by providing quality classes and programs, trips, community resource information and volunteer opportunities." If you have questions, call Kathy, g P , Pro ram Supervisor at 763 - 569 - 3405. = � TRANSPORTATION Five Cities Senior Transportation Program S P A RE TIMES es a year by the Brooklyn Reservations — Monday - Friday .........763 -531 -1259 Center Community Activities, i Recreation and Services Transportation is offered for persons 60 years and older. Mini - Department. SPARE TIMES is coaches provide transportation to City sponsored senior clubs, + your guide for the latest programs at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, special information on social activities, things happening in the interest groups, shopping malls, discount and grocery stores, community, resources, fun trips, and outings. and library from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes and homes. Pharmacy and banking opportunities are available at SPARE TIMES is available by mail. Give us a call to receive a some stores. A monthly schedule is provided. No one is denied complimentary issue. If you would like to receive your copy by a ride due to the inability to pay. The suggested donation is $3 mail in 2008, please send $3 to help defray mailing expenses. per round trip with the convenient punch pass card or $4 cash. Please send a check payable to the City of Brooklyn Center Punch cards are available in $12 or $24 amounts and may be along with your name, address, zip code and telephone number. purchased from the driver with cash or check payable: Laidlaw Indicate this is for SPARE TIMES. Visa or MasterCard is also Transit. Please make your reservation a minimum of two accepted. The newsletter itself is complimentary. If you prefer, working days ahead between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Punch you may pick up a copy at the community center or access it on passes make great gifts from your family or to give to a friend. the City's website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Select parks & recreation, recreation activities, Boomers & Beyond Activities. We invite you to read SPARE TIMES and explore what Brooklyn Center has to offer you. 4"W. FREE HELP FOR MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES Prism Express Transportation Brooklyn Center Community Center Staff ............. Monday- Friday 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 763 -529 -1252 No Income Limits! Answerin g Machine .................... ...........................763 - 529 - 1252 Confidential, Free Assistance & No Sales (Leave your name, phone number, date, location and time of appointment.) On the ride home, the final pick up is 2:30 p.m. Second Wednesday of the month January 9, February 13, March 12. Transportation to medical and dental appointments in Brooklyn Center or North Memorial Hospital and their affiliated clinics. One hour individual appointments at 9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 a.m. A donation of $3 and $5 per round trip is suggested. Call Kathy 763 -569 -3405 to schedule your appointment. Any Medicare beneficiary is eligible for this free service which answers any Medicare questions. For Example: SENIOR LINKAGE LINE • Choosing the best supplement health insurance Make your life easier • Understanding Medicare Part D A free telephone information- and - assistance • Low Income Options service for senior adults and their families. Don't • Sorting out medical and hospital bills know what to ask? Don't know what's available? l t + + +» • Medicare coverage for a given service We can help by calling 1- 800 - 333 -2433. You can `�...� • Appeals talk to a person who can help you assess your • Medical assistance situation and introduce you to the resources available in your own community. Calls are absolutely free of charge, although Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with a volunteer there may be a charge for services you are referred to. Calls are answered from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Some days health insurance counselor from Senior Community Services here at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. In addition, experience a high volume of calls; be prepared to leave your caregivers or family members are welcome to schedule an area code, telephone number & a message. Someone will be appointment for Medicare beneficiaries. Co- sponsored with the happy to return your call as soon as possible. Messages can be Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation &Services left 24 hours a day or e -mail us at senior.likage @state.mn.us. This is a service of the Minnesota Board on Aging. Department. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 16 Recreation Brochure Boomers & Beyond Activities continued SOCIAL GROUPS DONUT MAKE YOU WONDER? The groups Leisure Time and Brooklyn Luncheons meet at Join us on the third Wednesday of the month Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek for interesting informative programs, juice, Parkway. Transportation is available through Five Cities for coffee, and you guessed it, donuts at Crystal Leisure Time & Brooklyn Luncheons. See Transportation on Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N from page 16. Call 763 -569 -3405 for more information. Men's 10 -11:30 a.m. Program fee is $2 payable at the Drop -In meets at Centerbrook Golf Course through March 31; door but you must register in advance so there are enough after this date the men will return to the community center. refreshments for everyone. Call 763 -569 -3405 to register for this educational opportunity by the Thursday before. LEISURE TIME DROP - IN Sponsored by the Cities of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, New If you enjoy cards you are welcome to join us on Wednesdays Hope, Robbinsdale and Senior Services of District 281. A from 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. Partners are not required to play. special thanks to Extendicare and David Carlson from Parker Village Cottages who are each sponsoring one of the 2008 Come, bring your lunch and have a fun afternoon. Coffee & tea provided. Everyone contributes $1 /week to the kitty, which speakers. helps defray the cost for supplies, refreshments & prizes. January 16 - Get Ready! Birthdays are celebrated the 1 Wednesday of each month Anytime. Anywhere. In an instant an emergency can change a with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone except life. Your life. Are you prepared? You can be. There are three those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The 2 steps you can take to make life safer for you and your loved Wednesday is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two top ones. A representative from the American Red Cross will help scores, non - player and a drawing. The last Wednesday features "Crazy" Progressive 500. If you do not play cards, us understand what we can do to get ready informal instruction is available from the players. Please February 20 - Writing, Publishing and Self Discipline call Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. Discover the steps involved in creating a fictional work and having it published. Local authors, Christine Columbus And BROOKLYN LUNCHEONS - Time Change D- Wilson, will discuss the writing process including character Wanted, hungry friendly persons on the 3`d development, story ideas and the motivation and self discipline L� I- i ) Friday of each month. For the winter needed to keep on writing. Both authors are currently writing i�, months, we have changed the time for our for The Wild Rose Press. Christine has published her romantic short stories, poetry, creative non - fictions and Brooklyn Suppers to 12:30 p.m. All l'h children's stories. stories. JL writes romantic suspense novels about persons are welcome with advanced paid older women with "some age on `em." l reservation. The day includes a delicious meal, entertainment, or special activities — March 19 - Why Do We Say Such Things? Bingo, Bunco or cards. Paid reservations due at least 4 days Many words and phrases we use today either do not make before each luncheon. Social at Noon. Additional information sense or have changed meanings and are no longer used in the will also be in SPARE TIMES. You sign up for the monthly same way. You will be surprised and entertained by this look luncheons with Visa or MasterCard either by phone or in at our changing language as Conrad Posz blends humor and person at the community center. Please make check inspiration as he walks us through the development of our payable to City of Brooklyn Center. Registration Fee $7.00; language. Words and phrases have stories; learning those $6.00 /for current Frequent Supper Saver participants. stories is called Ethymology. Believe it or not Ethymology can Day Date Time Location Activity be fun! Fri. Jan. 18 Noon CC 10771 Fri. Feb. 15 Noon CC 10772 Fri. Mar. 21 Noon CC 10773 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP If you enjoy reading, join in on our fun drop in book discussions. The At, group is sponsored by the cities of Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale and 0 Crystal and is open to anyone MEN'S DROP -IN regardless of where they live. We If you are interested in getting together informally with other meet at Robbinsdale City Hall, 4100 Lakeview Ave. N from 1- guys, drop in on Mondays or Thursdays from Noon -3:30 p.m. 2 :30 p.m. On Jan. 8, the book to be discussed is The Innocent Come play Buck Euchre, similar to 500. If you do not play Man by John Grisham. Feb. 5, the discussion will Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. We will again host be Eat, the Eat, Pray, Buck Euchre, informal instruction by the men is available. Author" series in the upcoming months. For these events there Participants welcome to start other table games too. The men is a $2 admission and refreshments will be provided. For further will meet during the winter months at Centerbrook Golf Course Club House, 5500 N Lilac Dr. Hosted by volunteers. information on this series or if you have questions about the Questions, call Roger, 763 - 560 -0379; Earl 763 - 561 -2590; or monthly discussions, call Kathy at 763 - 569 -3405. New participants are always welcome to any of the monthly Kathy 763 - 569 -3405. discussions and "Meet the Author" series. Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org ® Boomers & Beyond Activities continued 4� CITIES TRANSPORTATION PROVIDES RIDES FOR OUTINGS LISTED ON THIS PAGE To make a reservation, call 763 -531 -1259 at least one week in advance unless otherwise noted in description. Pre - registration required for all outings. Reservations limited to 27. Bus picks up at the Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6 or more people. If the minimum is not met, participants will be given the choice of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pickup. Home pickups available for BC Brunchers. The suggested donation for a round trip ride is $4 cash or a punch pass payable to the driver. Punch passes may be purchased from the driver. A 4 round trip punch pass is $12 and an 8 round trip punch pass is $24. All other costs listed in write up below are on your own. Please bring cash or credit card as some restaurants do not accept checks. If you are unable to attend after making a reservation, please call the 5 Cities office so someone from the waitlist can take your place. WITH SENIORS IN MIND FORUM AND THE FORK Visit the MN History Center in St. Paul An inspiring day starts for special programs. Bring a bag lunch with an organ concert or visit their Cafd MN. The museum followed by a lecture at stores offer a 10% discount. Westminster Presbyterian 64 Approximate time 9:00 a.m. 2:15 p.m. Church in Minneapolis. r4 Lectures are free. If you wish to tour the Many of the guest center exhibits, there is a $6 fee. A speakers are nationally program is scheduled for Tuesday, known and are brought in TREASURE SEEKERS March 11; topic not confirmed in time for this series. This year's Know the saying "one's junk is for this brochure. Additional information theme for their series on Thursdays is and dates will be on our website and "From Generation to Generation." that "g s treasure ?" Love searching for t Spare Times as it becomes available. March 13, Jan Egeland of Norway, that gotta have treasure? Then this former UN Under - Secretary for group is for you! On March 7, we are Humanitarian Affairs & Emergency going to Antiques MN to look for the THE LOCAL MOTION Relief Coordinator will speak. He latest "treasures" and other great stuff. Join escort Sharon for a fun day on currently serves as Director of the Lunch follows at a local restaurant. All December 19 at the Swedish Institute. Norway Institute of International costs on your own. Approximate time is The cost is $15 which includes Swedish Affairs. Additional information and from 10:05 a. m. 2:30 p.m. sandwich and soup buffet and entrance dates will be on our website and Spare for viewing the exhibits. Registration Times as it becomes available. A deadline past, call to see if there are complimentary buffet lunch at the openings. Registration taken at Crystal church follows the speaker. Community Center; call 763 - 531 -0052. Approximate time 10:30 a.m. —3:30 p.m. NATURE OF THINGS Approximate time is from 10:00 a.m.— If you cannot attend, broadcasts can be Registration taken at Crystal Community 2:30 p.m. heard on Minnesota Public Radio, Center; call 763 -531 -0052. Approximate KNOW 91.1 FM, starting at Noon. time for both trips, 8:50 a.m. -3:00 p.m. January 4, Pompeii — this city was frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Pompeii's archeological treasures rarely leave Italy and this national touring exhibit marks the first time these rare AFTERNOON VIVACE! treasures have come to MN. Lunch is on CONCERT SERIES your own at the Science Museum followed by the Omnitheater film, Vivace means full of life! Enjoy these „ free concerts performed by professional Greece: Secrets of the Past. Registration deadline past, call BC BRUNCHERS musicians, music faculty or outstanding / see if Join the "bunch" for an early lunch at music students. February 1- MacPhail there are openings. Cost Brooklyn Center and local area Center. Coffee and cookies provided. April 4, MN Zoo & IMAX -With ith 2 2300 restaurants on the fourth Friday of every Lunch or dessert follows at Milda's. animals housed on 500 acres, the zoo's other month. Home pickups available; Individual checks will be given to mission to connect people, animals and times approximately 10:15 -10:55 a.m. A roximate time is from the natural world is being accomplished Restaurant to be determined for p pp 11:05 a.m. - 3:15 m. p March 6 - everyday! Visit the area of the zoo called February 22. Individual checks Landmark Center. After the concert, "trail" for species ranging from wolves including tax and gratuity will be you may try lunch or dessert at Anita's to gibbons to sharks. Lunch and optional available for our "bunch." A great time Caf6 on the main floor of the Landmark monorail ride is on your own. We will to get together to relax and visit with old Center. Cost on your own. Approximate conclude the day with the IMAX film acquaintances or meet new. Call in time is from 10:35 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. which is to be determined. Register by advance to reserve your spot. March 28. Cost $12.50 /person. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 18 Recreation Brochure "UTH ACTIVIT1111 GYMNASTICS PROGRAM c The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed using a skill progression of classes designed to provide participants a safe, comfortable advancement in gymnastics. Children's classes, including gymnastics, are conducted more smoothly when not being observed by parents. Children, as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their peers in a recreation setting. Parents are welcome to attend the last n 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short demonstration. If you have questions about where to place your child, call Sue at 763 -569 -3406. Classes are held at North View Jr. High (NVJH), 69th & Zane Ave N. Qnhe GYMNASTICS —GIRLS BEGINNING For girls ages 6 -11 who have had little or no gymnastics experience. Learn basic tumbling such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. Simple skills on the beam, vault and uneven bars will also be taught. Registration Fee $31.00/7 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy & Chrissy. U Day Begins Time Location Activity # Sat. Jan. 26 10:40 a.m. NVJH 10684 Qnhe Thurs. Jan. 31 7:20 p.m. NVJH 10685 GYMNASTICS — PRESCHOOL For boys & girls ages 4 -5. A great opportunity for your Q nhe GYMNASTICS —GIRLS INTERMEDIATE child to learn basic balance, coordination and motor For girls ages 6 -11 who have either passed Girls skills in a fun setting. Children will be taught tumbling skills Beginning or can do the following skills: Tumbling - including forward & backward rolls, cartwheels and forward and backward roll, cartwheel, headstand; Beam -walk headstands. They will be introduced to the balance beam, forward and back, front support and mount, squat turn, forward uneven bars and vault. Ratio 8 students /instructor. Registration roll; Vault - straddle, hip squat; Bars -back hip circle, single Fee $29.00/7 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructors Tammy & leg cut, pull over to front support. Registration Fee $31.00/7 Chrissy. Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy & Chrissy. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Begins Time Location Activity # Sat. Jan. 26 9:50 a.m. NVJH 10682 Thurs. Jan. 31 6:30 p.m. NVJH 10683 Sat. Jan. 26 11:45 a.m. NVJH 10686 It TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS This program is structured to teach children the SKATING RINKS understanding of respect and discipline while Skating season generally runs from December learning basic Taekwondo (Korean Karate). For ages 15 - February 15. Season could be earlier or 3 -16. Uniform is not required. Loose fitting clothing is later depending on weather conditions. Warming acceptable. Classes offered are for beginner level and are held houses and rinks may close in inclement at North View Junior High, 69th & Zane Ave. N. Instructors are weather. from World Taekwondo Academy in Osseo. Ages 3- 6— Classes once a week, $40.00/6 Sessions With Warming Houses— BeginningWith Houses — Beginning January 2 Day Begins Time Location Activity # The following rinks with warming houses will be open Thurs. Jan. 3 6:30 -7:00 p.m. NVJH 10687 Monday - Friday from 4 -9 p.m., Saturday 1 -9 p.m. and Sunday Thurs. Feb. 21 6:30 -7:00 p.m. NVJH 10688 1 -5 p.m. Weekday holiday hours will be 1 -9 p.m. For a Ages 7- 16— Classes once a week, $50.00/6 Sessions recorded message about warming house closings due to Thurs. Jan. 3 7:10 -8:00 p.m. NVJH 10689 inclement weather conditions, please call 763 -569 -3442. Thurs. Feb. 21 7:10 -8:00 p.m. NVJH 10690 Central West Park, 63` & Brooklyn Drive Evergreen Park, 72 & Bryant Avenue AFTER SCHOOL FUN SQUAD Looking for something fun to do after school? Join Fun Without WarmineHouses Squad! School bus transportation is provided home; The ice on these rinks will be maintained only. limited stops. Grades 1 -6. A pool party is part of the fun. No supervision. Don't miss it! Flyers sent home with children attending Bellvue Park, 55` & Aldrich Avenue Fair Oaks, Garden City and Palmer Lake. Grandview Park, 59 Humboldt Avenue FUNS SQUAD PROGRAM SPECIALISTS Kylawn Park, 61 & Kyle Avenue Q Northport Park, 55` &Sailor Lane Fair Oaks Ms. Mersereau 763 -533 -2246 West Palmer Park, 72 & Palmer Lake Drive Garden City Mrs. Tamura 763 -561 -9768 Willow Lane Park, 69 & Orchard Avenue Palmer Lake Mr. Bergerson 763 - 561 -1930 Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org N • In these programs there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play. • All programs 1 hour. In case of rainouts, due to financial and time restraints, only one practice or game will be made up. Softball season June 16 -July 28; Soccer season June 17 -July 31. • 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. • Participants are responsible for providing their own transportation to practices and games at other parks. Coaches are not permitted to transport children. 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. For more info, call 763 -569 -3405. • Evergreen Football Field – 71 & Dupont; Kylawn Park – 61 & Kyle; Northport Soccer Field – 55 & Sailor Lane; Grandview Soccer Field – 59 & Humboldt; 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 other parks when games begin. Qn1ine T -BALL - PRESCHOOL —NEW Qnhe SOFTBALL — JUNIOR SOFTBALL Ages 3 & 4 who are eligible for kindergarten in fall `09. Ages 8 -10, grades 3 & 4 as of fall `08. An See description below. A parent, adult relative or friend instructional program with emphasis on are encouraged, not required, to be a buddy. They assist by mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. standing behind their child and assist in skill development. Majority of time will be playing softball. Have fun while Coaches teach skills & help if you aren't sure. Registration Fee continuing to develop softball skills. Registration Fee $48.00. $48.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Day Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 10703 M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 7- Kylawn East 10691 M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 10704 M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 8- Kylawn East 10692 Based on the number of participants last summer, junior e T -BALL = _ softball and softball teams may play one or two games Ages 4 & 5, going into kindergarten in fall v g against each other. For these games only, players from the i 08. This s for kids who like to run, jump, 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 $48.00. Day Begins Time Location Activity # QnheSOFTBALL M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 10693 NO Ages 11 -14, grades 5 -8 in fall `08 who have played M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West 10694 softball and know the skills. Youth in grades 6-8 who M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 10695 have not had experience may also sign up. Coaches will review M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 10696 the first night. Games scheduled the remaining weeks. M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Odyssey East 10697 Registration Fee $48.00. M &W June 16 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Odyssey East 10698 Day Begins Time Location Activity # M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn East 10705 Qnhne SOFTBALL— "KH)S" INTRODUCTION M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn East 10706 Ages 6 -8, grades 1 & 2 as of fall `08. Children will have FUN while LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork QB00 SOFTBALL EXTRA INNINGS —NEW and fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $48.00. More games! For kid's who don't want the season to Day Begins Time Location Activity # end. Here's your chance to play extra innings. Coaches M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Odyssey East 10699 will determine different teams each night. Wear your t -shirt and M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Odyssey East 10700 bring your glove. We'll see you there. Deadline to register July M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 3- Odyssey West 10701 11, space permitting. Registration Fee $12.00. M &W June 16 7:10 p.m. Team 4- Odyssey West 10702 Days Dates Time Location Activity # MWTH Aug. 4,6,7 6:00 p.m. T- Ball - Kylawn 10707 MWTH Aug. 4,6,7 7:10 p.m. Kid's Intro - Kylawn 10708 Little Kickers, Kickin' Kids I, Kickin' Kids II and Soccer programs on page 22. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 20 Recreation Brochure Youth Sports Program — Summer continued BROOKLYN CENTER LITTLE LEAGUE rParents hild wishes to be on the same team as another Sign -Up Dates - Saturdays, February 9, 16, 23, March 1 & 8 hild, please sign up for the same team. from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Thursday, March 13, 6 -8 p.m. at are respon sible for providing transportation to Brooklyn Center Community Center. other parks when games begin. Qnhc SOCCER — LITTLE KICKERS AMERICAN LITTLE LEAGUE Ages 3 -5, going into kindergarten in fall `08 & `09. Questions, call Teresa at 763 -537 -6585. Program is noncompetitive, featuring drills & activities T -Ball Ages 5 -7; Baseball Ages 7 -12 - Participant's birthdate for our "Little Kickers" to develop basic skills of soccer. It also must be between May 1, 1995 and April 30, 2003. League age is determined by your age on April 30 of the current year. Bring offers positive coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played six to registration: Medical information, proof of residence, birth $4 8.00. six, with everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee certificate, and three checks (one for registration, uniform $4 deposit and volunteer deposit.) Day Begins Time Location Activity # Boundaries Include The Following Schools - Birch Grove, T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 10709 Crestview, Edinbrook, Evergreen Park, Fair Oaks, Garden City, T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 10710 Jackson Middle, Monroe, Oxbow (south of 109), Palmer Lake, T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 10711 T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 10712 Park Brook, Riverview, Woodland and Zanewood. (Boundary T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Grandview 10713 map available at registration.) T &TH June 17 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Grandview 10714 Registration Fees - Baseball first child $85, $65 each additional child; T -ball $30. Online registration $75 first child, It SOCCER— KICKIN' KIDS I $55 each additional child, $30 T -ball. Online registration Ages 6 -8, grades 1 -2 as of fall 08. This available starting mid - January at www.eteamz.com/BCALL. instructional program is designed for children Online registration must drop off volunteer & uniform deposits to have FUN while LEARNING the fundamentals of at one of the walk -in registrations. soccer. The program will be filled with many fun NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE activities so "kids" can learn the basic skills needed Questions, call Penny at 763 - 561- 5861Bob at 763 - 442 -3668. to play soccer and games will be played in July. Registration T -Ball Ages 5 -7; Baseball Ages 7 -12 - Boys and girls ages 5- Fee $48.00. 12 with birthdates between May 1, 1995 and April 30, 2003. Day Begins Time Location Activity # Boundaries - Brooklyn Center residents attending Earle T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Grandview 10715 Brown, Northport, Lakeview and 6 graders attending T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Grandview 10716 Sandburg Middle School. Minneapolis residents living 53` Ave T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Grandivew 10717 N south to Dowling Ave., Mississippi River west to Penn Ave. T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Grandview 10718 Registration Fees - Baseball ages 7 -12 $75 first child, $50 each additional child living in the same household; T -Ball $30 SOCCER— KICKIN' KIDS II first child, $20 each additional child living in the same Ages 8 -10, grades 3 -4 as of fall `08. Participants in this household; If it is your first time registering in the National fun instructional program will review and work on Little League program, birth certificate required. mastering the fundamentals of soccer. Majority of time spent playing soccer games. Registration Fee $48.00. "CHALLENGER CUBS" Baseball for Special Needs Day Begins Time Location Activity # Challenger is for boys & girls ages 5 -18 who are mentally or T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen 10719 physically disabled. The Buddy system is used to help with T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen 10720 throwing, batting, running the bases and other help. Program T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen 10721 held Monday nights, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen 10722 National Little League fields. For information on becoming a player or a buddy, contact Bob or Sandy at 763 -566 -4347. SOCCER Ages 10 -14, grades 5 -8 as of fall `08 who have BROOKLYN AREA previously played soccer & know the skills. The first BABE RUTH BASEBALL night coaches will do a quick review of skills followed by a Sign -Up Dates — Saturdays, February 16, 23, & March 1, from scrimmage. Remaining weeks spent playing soccer games. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Brooklyn Center Community Center. Registration Fee $48.00. Questions, Phil 763 - 496 -1894 - Ages 13 -15 House; Tim 612 - Day Begins Time Location Activity # 247 -6323 - House Leagues; Steve 763 -566 -8966 - Ages 16 -18 T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 1- Northport 10723 Senior Baseball; Dave 763 - 560 -6001 - Ages 10 -15, Travel T &TH June 17 7:15 p.m. Team 2- Northport 10724 Leagues. See website for fees: www.eteamz.com/babr. City Leagues -13, 14, and 15 year olds. Players evaluated & Based on number of participants last summer, Kickin' Kids 11 drafted on a team. & Soccer teams may play one or two games against each other. Travel Teams — Players are eligible to try out. Number of For these games only, players from the teams will be divided teams at each age level (13- 14 -15) depend on number of according to age and size to form new teams for the evening. players that register to try out for each group. Ages 16, 17 & 18 —Age 16 are entered into VFW, Mickey No soccer programs Thursday, June Mantle & Babe Ruth programs. Teams ages 17 -18 are entered into Babe Ruth & American Legion programs. Recreation Brochure 21 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org GO "UNIV BULUTD4 BOARD BROOKLYN CENTER'S Online TARGET CENTER & XCEL ENERGY EVENTS 97 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION The Cities of Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, Saturday, February 2, 2008 Robbinsdale and New Hope have joined together to offer Earle Brown Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Dr great ticket deals for these upcoming events. Reserved group 5:30 p.m. Social; 6:30 p.m. Dinner tickets may be ordered immediately online at 8:00 p.m. Program & Entertainment www.cityofbrooklycenter.org or over the phone with Visa Cost: $34.00. Paid reservations accepted immediately online at or MasterCard by calling 763 -569 -3400. Tickets are on a first www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org, in person or by mail at come basis. A minimum number of tickets need to be sold to Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek ensure this group rate. If this minimum is not met, you will be Parkway, 55430 or by phone with Visa or MasterCard at 763- contacted. (Past years, minimum has always been met.) Ticket 569 -3400. Make check payable to City of Brooklyn Center. Pick -Up: Approximately 7 days before performance date, you Reservation deadline January 20, space permitting. will be notified when tickets arrive at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. Participants provide their own transportation. Please arrive for events 'h hour early. Sesame Street Live presents "When Elmo Grows Up" Target Center — Sat. Jan. 19 — When "Elmo grows Up" includes lessons on perseverance, teamwork and COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY RENTALS the power of imagination. Ages 1 and older need Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building a ticket. Cost $16 /person for lower level seating. and alcohol is not permitted. Two rooms are available for a Showtime 10:30 a.m. Dec. 17, reservation variety of functions. To find out more about fees and deadline. Activity #10548. QP— availability, call 763 -569 -3400. Room set -up, including tables and chairs are included in the rental fee. Playhouse Disney — Target Center — Sat. Feb. 23 Constitution Hall Climb aboard and get ready to explore with the Little Einsteins Constitution Hall is available for business and non -profit group on an important musical mission; sing along with Mickey and meetings and private functions. This room is a great place to the gang at the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse; stop by Sheetrock host a family reunion, wedding reception, shower, graduation Hills where Handy Manny always has the right tools for fun or anniversary party. The building may also be reserved for fix -it adventures; and join Tigger and Pooh and their new friend overnight functions. Room set -up, P.A. system, and use of the Darby on a super sleuthing adventure! Ages 1 and older need a remodeled kitchen are included in the rental fee. This unique ticket. Cost $26 /person for lower level seating. Showtime is room can accommodate up to 192 persons with banquet style 11:00 a.m. Jan. 28, reservation deadline. Activity #10589. seating and 250 for theater style. Disney on Ice: Finding Nemo — Target Center — Sat. Philip Q. Cohen Community Room Mar. 8 — Join the ocean-sized adventure of the curious clown The Cohen Community Room is located on the upper level of fish Nemo, his overprotective father Marlin & their absent - the community center and is available for small group minded yet loveable pal Dory in an all new ice production! functions. (Access to this level is by elevator or stairs.) Room Ages 2 & older need a ticket. Cost $22 /person -lower level capacity for theatre style seating is 70, classroom style at 30 seating. Showtime 3:00 p.m. Feb. 11 reservation deadline. and banquet style 50. Included in the usage fee is a small Activity #10590. service kitchen with sink, refrigerator and coffee pots. Photographs of the banquet facilities are available on the city's Doodlebops Live! — Xcel Energy Center — Fri. April 4 website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Click on Get ready to rock along with the Doodlebops! Deedee, Rooney Community Center and select Facility Rentals. Available online and Moe Doodle are getting on the bus and are ready to sing is a facility rental inquiry form. Fill out form & click the submit and dance in an interactive concert experience that will have button. A staff member will contact you with room availability. kids and their parents rockin' and bobbin' together! This candy - colored trio is sure to deliver an unforgettable performance that PROGRAM & CLASS LOCATIONS will be a treat for the whole family! Ages 1 & older need a Community Center ticket. Cost $22 /person for lower level, mid -row seating. 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Showtime 3:00 p.m., doors open one hour before. Mar. 10, Schools reservation deadline. Activity #10591. Fair Oaks — 5600 65` N Champions on Ice — Target Center — Thurs. —April 10 Garden City — 3500 65 Avenue N This tour is a premiere figure skating event that showcases the North View Junior High — 69 & Zane Avenue best skating talents in the world. Olympic, World and National Palmer Lake — 7300 ro Palmer Lake Drive N Lilac D medalists will perform remarkable numbers that highlight 6201 The Crossings breath taking talent and spectacular artistry. Ages 2 and older ve need a ticket. Cost $23 /person for lower level seating. Ea rle Brown Terrace Showtime 7:00 p.m. Mar. 17. reservation deadline. Activity 6100 Summit Drive N #10592. www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 22 Recreation Brochure AD.APTIYI RICRIATION ACTIVIT111 The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale & REACH for Resources. For persons not living in one of the cities listed above, you are considered a "non- resident" and need to add $5 to registration fee. Participants must pre - register. REACH is an agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West & Northwest Hennepin areas. Services include information, referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include social/recreation clubs and education programs. An integration specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interested in participating in "non- adapted" parks and recreation programs. A minimum of two weeks prior notice is requested. For information and registration procedures, call Becca or Tara at 952 -988 -4177. KID -FU WALKING CLUB - ADULTS For boys and girls ages 5 -12. This popular six -week martial arts Keep that body moving! Walkers meet at various indoor program is just for kids. Come learn the moves of Jackie Chan locations on Mondays, Jan. 14 -Feb. 18, 6:30 -8:00 p.m. Fee $25. and Bruce Lee! Participants should wear casual, loose fitting clothing. Meets on Wednesday, 6 -6:45 p.m. Session 1 begins 94L WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL - ADULTS Jan. 16; Session 2 on Feb. 27. Fee is $40/6 weeks. Call Tara for Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like information. OV socializing with a group of people? Come join us SOCCER Wednesdays for a variety of fun & exciting events & activities. A non - competitive program for kids ages 5 -12. Have fun and Program is designed for moderately involved adults. Meets at learn basic soccer skills in this 6 week program. Monday, 6- Crystal Community Ctr., 4800 Douglas Dr. and nearby 6:45 p.m. beginning Jan. 14 at Basswood Elementary School, locations, 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Jan. 9 -Feb. 27. Fee $40 with ratio of 15425 Bass Lake Road, Maple Grove. Fee $40. 1 staff /10 participants. ARTISTIC ADVENTURE ON THE TOWN I For ages 13 -17. Discover your creative side! We will Group is specifically for young adults, 18 -25 who are meet Fridays beginning Jan. 11, 6:30 -7:30 p.m. to independent & would like to explore their community. Meets explore a variety of fine arts: dancing, painting, music, and every other Friday evening beginning Jan. 11. Fee $20 plus more! Fee $40. Location not available at publication; call Becca additional evening fee depending on activity. for information. ON THE TOWN H TAKE FIVE RESPITE Want to experience some area nightlife? Come party on Saturday nights! This social group is for adults ages 26+ living For ages 13 -21. Would you like to have fun during your winter independently or semi independently who need minimal holiday break? Come join our respite to meet new friends, supervision. Meets twice a month beginning Sat., Jan. 12. Fee experience recreation activities and get out of the house! $20 plus an additional evening fee depending on the activity. Transportation can be provided within a specific geographic location. Wednesday - Friday, Dec. 26 -28 & Jan. 2 -4, 9 a.m.— BASKETBALL 3:30 p.m. Call Tara for information. Adults 18 & over. Join our fun, non - competitive skill building BOWLING FOR ALL league. Practice begins Thurs., Jan.10 -Mar. 6, 6:30 -8 p.m. at I Forest Elementary School, 6800 Forest Ave N., Crystal. Fee Join your friends for fun, non - competitive open $40. bowling. Bowl Saturdays, Jan. 12 -Mar. 1, Noon — 2 p.m. at Doyle's Bowling Alley, 5000 West YOGA - ADULT Broadway, Crystal. Adults may also bowl Relax, gain flexibility and get in shape in this great Sundays, Jan. 13 -Mar. 2, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at Earle Brown Bowl, new program. Class meets Tuesday, 6:30 -7:30 p.m., 6440 James Circle N, Brooklyn Center. Each week you will Jan. 8 -Feb. 26 at Elliot Center, 6800 Cedar Lake Rd, bowl two games. In addition to the $35 league fee there is a St. Louis Park. Fee $40. weekly fee of $3 at Doyle's and $4 at Earle Brown. INCLUSIONS WEEKEND VENTURES Reach For Resources provides inclusion facilitators for children Need a mini vacation? Join us for a great respite weekend! & adults with disabilities who would like to participate in their Ages 14 -22, Feb. 29 -Mar. 2 and ages 23 +, Mar. 14 -16. Call city recreation programs. After registering for program, call Becca for exciting details. Fee $350. Becca to discuss needs /accommodations for yourself or child. Minimum of 2 weeks notice required for a successful inclusion. DANCES Adults ages 18 & older can come and enjoy a great ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY ED evening dancing to the latest hits! Pay $5 at the door; WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS pre - registration not required. Staff is welcome to stay Recreation, education & support programs and classes for at no cost. Dance from 7 -9:00 p.m. Call 952- 988 -4177 adults with disabilities. Info 763 -504 -8390 or for hearing for dates and locations. impaired use the MN Relay Service by dialing 711. Recreation Brochure 23 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org AQUATIC ACTIVIT111 Indicate your child's swim level when registering. If you have questions about swim activities or what level to place your child, call Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. All classes are held at the community center. SWIM LESSON LEVELS Swimming is the most important skill a child can learn; no The American Red Cross Swimming Program follows other lesson or sport can save a child's life! the SIX level approach Learn to Swim Program. We offer: Please refer to the level descriptions and choose the -Safe, caring and professional instruction. •A disciplined and fun learning environment. level that best fits your child's ability. Welcome to our -Building self - confidence while building skills. exciting program! Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in a SWIM LESSONS — CHILDREN water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. American Red Cross classes for children ages 4 & older. children may be tested the first da Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Some y y to assure Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl along correct swim level. Average ratio of 5 students /instructor. with rhythmic breathing. must p level a ss l v l l or be able Parents do not accompany child in water. Classes 30 min. yt g to float on their front and back independently. Classes once a week $44.00/10 Lessons Level 3: Stroke Development Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development with Tues. Jan. 15 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 10599 front and back crawl. The butterfly kick, treading water and Tues. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 10600 dives are introduced. Must have the ability to swim 20 yards Tues. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 1 -5 10601 Tues. Jan. 15 6:55 .m. 1 -6 10602 with both front and back crawl. p Level 4• Stroke Improvement Tues. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 10603 Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke, butterfly, Thurs. Jan. 17 5:10 p.m. 1 -5 10604 Thurs. Jan. 17 5:45 .m. 1 -5 10605 front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke, along with p .m. 15 0 20 17 6 Jan. : 606 1 safety skills and sidestroke kick. Students develop endurance Thurs. p and confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to Thurs. Jan. 17 6:55 p.m. 1 -6 10607 swim 30 yards with both front & back crawl. Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 1 -6 10608 Level 5• Stroke Refinement Sat. Jan. 19 9:00 a.m. 1 -6 10609 Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 1 -5 10610 crawl and demonstrate the sidestroke. Students coordinate and Sat. Jan. 19 10:10 a.m. 1 -5 10611 refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front crawl, Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 1 -6 10612 back crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke and work on Classes once a week $52.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim flip turns, open turns, and dives. Wed. Jan. 16 4:45 p.m. 1 -5 10613 Level 6: Swimming and Skill ProTciency Wed. Jan. 16 5:20 p.m. 1 -5 10614 Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke & sidestroke; 75 yards of Wed. Jan. 16 6:00 p.m. 1 -6 10615 front & back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with Qnhne SWIM LESSONS — CHILDREN AFTERNOON more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. For ages 4 -18. Children may be tested the first day to Students will work on strokes focusing on being able to N;Z) assure correct swim level. Extended swim is included in complete 500 yards of continuous swimming using all strokes the cost; they may swim before or after their lesson. (Between the hours of 1 -5:30 p.m.) Note: We will try to accommodate specific lesson times: there may be changes on first day of lessons due to level enrollment. Registration Fee $52.00/10 1 % Lessons. Classes 30 min. Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # QnliW SWIM LESSONS — PRESCHOOL/ Mon. Jan. 14 1:30 p.m. 1 -3 10616 Mon. Jan. 14 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 10617 KINDERGARTEN — Weekday Mornings Mon. Jan. 14 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 10618 Extended swim time included in the cost of the lessons. Mon. Jan. 14 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 10619 Minimum age 4. Students may swim between 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tues. Jan. 15 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 10620 in the wading pool or with an adult in the shallow end of the Tues. Jan. 15 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 10621 pool. Registration Fee $52.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Tues. Jan. 15 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 10622 Day Begins Time Swim Level Activity # Tues. Jan. 15 4:00 p.m. 1 -4 10623 Mon. Jan. 14 9:00 a.m. 1 -2 10594 Tues. Jan. 15 4:35 p.m. 1 -4 10624 Mon. Jan. 14 9:30 a.m. 1 -2 10595 Thurs. Jan. 17 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 10625 Mon. Jan. 14 10:00 a.m. 1 -2 10596 Thurs. Jan. 17 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 10626 Fri. Jan. 18 11:30 a.m. 1 -2 10597 Thurs. Jan. 17 4:00 p.m. 4 -6 10627 Fri. Jan. 18 12:00 p.m. 1 -2 10598 Thurs. Jan. 17 4:35 p.m. 1 -3 10628 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 24 Recreation Brochure Aquatic Activities continued A,DULTO` AQUA TOTS SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR -� - - ADULT — BEGINNER Qnhe SWIM LESSONS — TINY TOTS Have you ever wanted to learn to swim? This is the class Are you excited to introduce your little to help you gain confidence and basic skills. Men and women one to fun in the water? Come join us for ages 16 and up. The focus is on individual needs; everyone is our newest class to introduce children ages 1 -2 to welcome regardless of skill level. Registration Fee $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. the water. One parent must accompany child in the water. Day Begins Time Activity # Children must wear a swim diaper. Classes 30 minutes. Tues. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 10651 Classes once a week $44.00/10 Lessons Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 10652 Day Begins Time Activity # Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 10653 Tues. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 10629 Tues. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 10630 Qnhe SWIM LESSONS — ADULT & SENIOR Thurs. Jan. 17 6:20 p.m. 10631 ' 9Z) ADULT — INTERMEDIATE Thurs. Jan. 17 6:55 p.m. 10632 Sat. Jan. 19 9:00 a.m. 10633 Have you taken lessons before but would like to learn Classes once a week $52.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim more advanced skills? Would you like to start building your Fri. Jan. w 18 11:00 a.m. Extended endurance? If you have taken our Beginner adult lessons you are now ready to try Intermediate. Men and women ages 16 It SWIM LESSONS — PARENT AND TOT and up. The focus is on individual needs. Registration Fee Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. children ages 2 -3. One parent must accompany the child Day Begins Time Activity # in the water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Registration Tues. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 10654 Fee $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 10655 Day Begins Time Activity # Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 10656 Tues. Jan. 15 6:20 p.m. 10635 Thurs. Jan. 17 6:20 p.m. 10636 ' e SWIM LESSONS — ADULT WOMEN ONLY � Sat. Jan. 19 10:10 a.m. 10637 Would you like to learn to swim, but are nervous to try. Women, this is the class for you! Sign up with a friend Qnhe SWIM LESSONS — LIL' TOTS and learn a fun new skill together! Learn in a fun and relaxed Check out our class for your littlest swimmer specifically atmosphere with a female instructor. Registration Fee designed for their comfort level and needs! For ages 34. $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. A great start to lessons! Extended swim may swim before or Day Begins Time Activity # after their lesson. Limited to 4 participants per class. Classes Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 10657 30 min. Parents do not accompany child in the water. Classes once a week $52.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim Qn SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING — Day Begins Time Activity # ADULT 44& Mon. Jan. 14 10:30 a.m. 10638 Are you an adult wanting to try Tues. Jan. 15 1:30 p.m. 10639 Synchronized swimming? Now is your chance! Join Fri. Jan. 18 10:30 a.m. 10640 our newest class for adults. The focus of this class will be Classes once a week $44.00/10 Lessons sychro for fitness, flexibility and strength. Tues. Jan. 15 5:10 p.m. 10641 Participants need to be comfortable in deep water. Tues. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 10642 Registration Fee $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 Tues. Jan. 15 6:55 p.m. 10643 minutes. Thurs. Jan. 17 5:10 p.m. 10644 Day Begins Time Activity # Thurs. Jan. 17 5:45 p.m. 10645 Sat. Jan. 19 9:00 a.m. 10658 Thurs. Jan. 17 6:55 p.m. 10646 Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 10647 ADAPTIVE Sat. Jan. 19 10:10 a.m. 10648 SWIM LESSONS — ADAPTIVE Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 10649 Scheduled or by arrangement times available for all ages with pRAT� physical or developmental disabilities. Ratio one student/one instructor. Missed lessons will not be made up. Registration Fee SWIM LESSONS — PRIVATE - By Arrangement $90.00/10 Lessons. (Activity #10663 by arrangement only. For all levels, children or adults. Minimum age 6. Focus is on Registration Fee $9.00 for one 30 min. lesson.) individual needs. Designed to help you be successful. Ratio one Day Begins Time Activity # student/one instructor. Missed lessons not made up. Request Tues. Jan. 15 4:00 p.m. 10659 may be made at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Under parks Tues. Jan. 15 6:55 p.m. 10660 & recreation, select community center, swimming pool, swim Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 10661 lessons. Fill out request form, select submit button or call Sat. Jan. 19 9:00 a.m. 10662 Natalie 763 -569 -3317. Registration Fee $16.00 for one 30 By arrangement only; www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org or minute lesson. Activity #10650. call Natalie 763 -569 -3317. Activity #10663. Recreation Brochure 25 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org Aquatic Activities continued fPIICI TL ' ""f T11101 Wine COMPETITIVE e SWIM LESSONS —SENSATIONAL Learn the fundamentals of being a �- SWIMMING FOR TEENS competitive swimmer. Stroke Are you between the ages of 10 -18 and want to learn analysis and development, speed turns, how to swim? This is the class for you! Join us and build your and basic fitness will be emphasized. confidence in the water. The focus is on individual needs and Minimum swim ability is level 5. Registration Fee $44.00/10 everyone is welcome! Registration Fee $44.00/10 Lessons. Lessons. Classes 30 min. Classes 30 minutes. Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity # Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 10664 Tues. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 10671 Thurs. Jan. 17 6:55 p.m. 10672 Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 10673 Wine DIVING — SPRINGBOARD Learn forward and back approaches Wine WATER SAFETY AIDE setting the board for spring, terms, If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the positions and basic front and back dives. Must � place to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming be at least level 3 swimming ability. / ability. Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the Registration Fee $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with Day Begins Time Activity # experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an Tues. Jan. 15 7:30 p.m. 10665 apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration Thurs. Jan. 17 7:30 p.m. 10666 Fee $75.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour. Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 10667 Day Begins Time Activity # Mon. Jan. 14 1:30 p.m. 10674 f NOM0 Tues. Jan. 15 5:45 p.m. 10675 Thurs. Jan. 17 6:20 p.m. 10676 Qnh SYNCHRO SAMPLER —KIDS Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 10677 INTRO TO SYNCHRO Are you 10 and under and want to try synchronized swimming? A class for the swimmer who has WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS completed at least one level 2 session of swimming lessons and Are you interested in learning how to teach others how to is comfortable swimming under water. This sampler class will swim? If you are 16 or older you will learn the art of teaching introduce your swimmer to the basic skills and introductory swimming lessons to people from infant to adults. Class will be aspects of synchronized swimming. Registration Fee $44.00/10 offered this winter. If you are interested in more details, check Lessons. Classes 30 minutes. the website (www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org) or call 763-569 - Day Begins Time Activity # 3400. Sat. Jan. 19 9:35 a.m. 10668 Qnh SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING — '; BEGINNER I s Are you a level 3 or above swimmer? If so, try synchronized swimming! Learn basic synchro skills and a e LIFEGUARD TRAINING routine. Swimmers will develop strength, focus, and team work — RED CROSS skills. Instructor USA Synchro Level I. Registration Fee Would you like to work at a pool? $44.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. This American Red Cross class is for you! Day Begins Time Activity # Class will emphasize victim recognition, Sat. Jan. 19 10:10 a.m. 10669 surveillance & equipment -based rescues. Includes Standard First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Must be at least 15 by last day of class & pass pre - course test. -Activity #10679 meets Friday, January 4 & 11 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m., Saturday, January 5 & 12 from 10 a.m. -6:30 p.m. & SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING — Sunday January 6 from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. -Activity #10680 meets Friday, February 29 & March 7 from BEGINNER II 5:30 -9:30 p.m., Saturday, March 1 & 8 from 10 a.m. -6:30 p.m. Designed for synchronized swimmers wishing to further & Sunday, March 2 from 10 a.m. -5:30 p.m. their skills. Open to swimmers with beginning synchro Registration Fee $200.00, includes book & pocket mask. experience. Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop No refunds issued after December 28 for Activity #10679. competitive skills. Instructor USA Synchro Level I. No refunds issued after February 22 for Activity #10680. Registration Fee $92.00/10 Lessons. Classes 75 min. Day Begins Time Activity # Day Begins Time Activity # Weekend Class Jan. 4 5:30 p.m. 10679 Sat. Jan. 19 10:45 a.m. 10670 Weekend Class Feb. 29 5:30 p.m. 10680 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 26 Recreation Brochure ISIP6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 763 -569 -3400 (Recreation Office) 763 -569 -3441 (24 Hour Recorded Information Line) Memberships entitle the member to use the Olympic swimming pool, 150" water slide, diving boards, exercise room and sauna during hours listed below. Hours subject to change. New membership prices effective beginning January 1, 2008. •Individual Membership - Available to one person. *Dual Membership - Available to two people who both reside at the same address. Proof of residency required. *Senior Membership - Available to Brooklyn Center senior residents age 62 & older. Proof of residency required. •Senior Dual Membership - Available to two Brooklyn Center senior residents age 62 & older who both reside at the same address. Proof of residency required. *Household Membership - Available to two adults and up to three dependents age 17 & younger or full -time students age 22 and younger who are attending post- secondary school. Proof of residency and post- secondary status required. •Household+ Membership - Additional dependents may be added for $6.00 per month, per person. MEMBERSHIP PRICES OPEN SWIM SCHEDULE 1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year Monday & Friday Tuesday & Thursday 8:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Individual $26.00 $70.00 $125.00 $203.00 Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:45 a.m. to Dual $35.00 $95.00 $168.00 $273.00 to 1:00 P.M. m 1:00 P.M. La swim 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Senior $20.00 $54.00 $96.00 $180.00 Wednesday Saturday 8:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 P.M. Senior Dual $28.00 $76.00 $134.00 $252.00 Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:00 a.m. to Household $40.00 $108.00 $192.00 $312.00 to 1:00 P.M. 1:00 p.m. Lap Swim - Lap swim 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Household+ $6.00/ $18.00/ $36.00/ $72.00/ dependent dependent dependent dependent Sunday 1.00 to 5:00 p.m. *PUNCH CARD PRICES -Pool, Exercise Room, Sauna EXERCISE ROOM & SAUNA SCHEDULE 10 25 50 100 Monday through Friday Saturday Punches Punches Punches Punches 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday Child up to age 14 & $28.50 $67.50 $127.50 $240.00 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Senior 62 & older Youth ages 15 -17 & $38.00 $90.00 $170.00 $320.00 WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE Adult 18 & over Monday & Friday Saturday Sunday 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. *Use of water slide is an extra $1.00 per time when using punch card option. • Pool - An adult must accompany children ages 5 & Punch cards are good for one year from purchase date. younger in the pool. Swimsuits required. • Wading Pool - Available for children 6 & younger when GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES supervised by an adult. Swimsuits required. With Slide Without Slide • Water Slide - The recreation department reserves the right to open the water slide during non - scheduled times. Children Children up to age 14 & $4.00 $3.00 who are less than 52" tall and wish to use the water slide Senior Adult 62 & older must pass swim test or be accompanied by an adult. Youth ages 15 -17 & $5.00 $4.00 Exercise Room - For ages 15 and older. Shirts and tennis Adult 18 & over shoes required. • Sauna - For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this will not be allowed even if accompanied by an adult. Community Center Closed . Locker Rooms - Coin operated lockers provided. Secure Tuesday, December 25 - Christmas Day your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in Tuesday, January I - New Year's Day opposite gender locker rooms. Family locker rooms available. Community Center Open 0 Game Room - Coin operated pool table, air hockey, & Monday, January 21- Martin Luther King Jr. Day video games Monday, February 18 - President's Day . Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items. Recreation Brochure 27 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org I W Pik ruk f,� / 4000` , Be Our Valentine* CELEBRATE Your Childs Birthday With Usi j Saturday, February 16, I -S p.m. Have a sweet time at the pool! For children ages 14 &under! Swim and relax on your DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY PARTY DUNKIN BIRTHDAY PARTY New Year's Eve Party air mattress! Enjoy "sweet" PACKAGE — $40.00 PACKAGE — $90.00 music & a special treat! Includes: Includes: Monday, December 31 How sweet it is! �• ' S - p .m. • Use of the party room for M hours! • Use of the party room for 1'/ hours! Swim & slide into the New Year! • Pool admission for up to 10 children! • 30 minute Dunkin the Dolphin visit! Bring your floatable and relax! • Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children! . Pool admission for up to 10 children! Have fun while helping others. The $40.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS • Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children! Start out the new year by donating REQUIRED WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION. The $90.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS REQUIRED a can of food to CEAP and receive Hip Hop Night A minimum of seven days notice required WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION. A minimum of two free use of the water if )l Saturday, February 23, S -8 p.m. weeks notice required Subject to availability. slide with paid pool Pump it Get down with your Fee for additional children for the Dolphin or Dunkin Birthday Party Packages is $4.00 each. general admission! 1 � �� favorite Hip Hop Hits! Broadcasting Adults and youth ages 15 & older pay regular pool and water slide admission fees. Jivin' fonts! \ from station BCCC, join our special ♦ To make a reservation, call 763 -569 -3400 Monday – Friday between 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Adult making the reservation is DJ who will be spinning the tunes for responsible for supervising party. Room limit 25 including supervising parents. Minimum height to go down water slide is a jammin' good time! 52 ". Children less than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or be accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in swimming pool, Mittens and More ♦ You may bring commercially prepared or store bought cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape Saturday, January 5,1 Fabulous Fishy dye) and/or order pizza from restaurants. No other food items, including crock pots, salads, sandwiches, or homemade Bring winter outerwear such as items permitted. mittens, scarves, and jackets that are Fun Day in Saturday, March 1, 1 -4 p.m. community - bundled winter. Join us in a fun filled escapade. We will swim, slide GROUP POOL T.W.F. FUN FLOATS* Receive a pool & slide admission for and enjoy fish frenzy games such as Pin the Fin on RENTAL INFORMATION Every Friday, 5 -8 p.m. only $3. 00 donated! the Fish, Fish Tag, Go Fish and our Fishing Wall. Lifeguards provided for rentals! For information on rental Thank goodness it's Friday! Meet DUNKIN the Dolphin! We will also have a costs and availability, call Kirsten at 763 -569 -3317. Requests for For unsinkable fun, bring your favorite coloring contest and volleyball! pool rental can be made at www.cityofhrooklyncenter.org. fun float to the pool. Inner tubes, air You can swim like a fish! Under parks & recreation, select community center, swimming mattresses, beach balls, floating Martin Luther King Jr. Special admission rate of only $3.00 pool, group pool rentals. Fill out request form & select submit animals, and noodles are all welcome. Day Swim* Fish fun for everyone! button. Water slide open! Monday, January 21 North View Pool Rental Regular pool and water slide admission 1 -8 p.m. For an exclusive pool party, try North View Junior High Pool at prices apply. Enjoy your vacation 69` & Zane Ave N. Available for group rentals of all sizes. - -- from school as you Rockin' & Rollin Lifeguards provided for rentals. Reservation requested a Splash and Splash at BC Pool* minimum of two weeks in advance. _ all day with your Saturday, March 22, 4 - 8 p.m. Community Center Pool & Water Slide o 0 friends at the pool! Rock out to your favorite tunes as you Looking for an idea for your group's next gathering? Try a pool a =° Enjoy exciting music and swim and mosh in the pool. Enjoy a rental! Try the wild 150' water slide, diving boards, water Q o games of volleyball! Slip down rockin' good time with your friends as volleyball and more! a the slide into our cool pool! you float and relax on your inflatable. O O ' Fun tunes from 2 -5 P.M. Brooklyn Center Community Center ®Q)' Slide open 1 -8 p.m. 694 & Shingle Creek Parkway rnrn 763- 569 -3400 0 *'General Admission Prices apply! www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 28 Recreation Brochure Recreation Brochure 29 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org GINKIRAL INF'OR""ION 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 sibling 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. request 24 hours before the second share with children and/or adults, please class. • Children may get food, paint, or call the recreation department at 763 - glue on their clothing & shoes in art 569 -3400. Instructors are needed to • Classes and memberships will be & cooking classes. Wear old clothes teach swimming lessons, fitness classes prorated plus the cancellation fee and/or bring a paint shirt or apron. and children's programs. We look will be deducted from the refund. forward to hearing from you. • Photograph notice: Staff takes • No refunds will be issued after the pictures of program participants to second class. use for publicity purposes. Photos BROOKLYN CENTER may appear in the brochure, on the COMMUNITY CENTER • Refunds for classes, activities and website or other marketing memberships paid with a credit card publications. 763- 569 -3400 at the community center in person, by phone, mail or fax are credited to AUXILIARY AIDS OFFICE HOURS the same credit card. Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at Monday — Saturday • Refunds for activities paid with a least 96 hours in advance. For 8 a.m. — 9:00 p.m. credit card using eConnect (online) information, call the director at 763 -569- registration will be refunded by 3407. Persons with hearing or speech Sunday check; please allow 2 -3 weeks. impairment are served by the MN Relay 12:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. Service, 711 (TTYNoice). • Refunds for classes, activities and HOW TO CONTACT US memberships paid by cash or check DISCIPLINE are refunded by check. Checks are To insure a quality experience, a policy mailed; please allow 2 -3 weeks. of discipline has been created. Rules will Recreation Director REFUND POLICY FOR HOLIDAY, be given the first day of class. Students Jim Glasoe 763 -569 -3407 LIFEGUARD TRAINING & ONE who do not follow the rules set by the 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 Aquatic Supervisors starting date. LIABILITY Kirsten Jankovich 763 -569 -3317 • Refund cancellation fees as 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.citygfbrooklyncenter.org 30 Recreation Brochure i 191101TRATION INFOR""ION e- Connect (INTERNET) WALK -IN MAIL- IN/FAX -IN Registration Begins Registration Begins Registration Begins Wednesday, January 2 Saturday, January 5 Tuesday, January 8 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, January 7 • Call 763 -569 -3400 9 :30 a.m. Payment must be included. • Online at Please have your www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org; Visa or MasterCard number ready. select parks & recreation, family account form. Phone -In registration hours: Once you have your login ID and family account PIN number, you are Monday — Saturday Visa and MasterCard ready to register for classes online. accepted. 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. are acce P TO REGISTER FOR Sunday CLASSES ONLINE 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. v'S 1. Go to www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org 2. On the Homepage Make checks payable to and click City of Brooklyn Center. 3. Click on an activity name and select "Add." 4. Enter your login ID number and your family account PIN number. 5. Under select a Client, select the family member who will participate REGISTER EARLY in that activity. Registration is on a first -come, first- FINANCIAL 6. Select "Continue" to continue served basis. Instructors are not ASSISTANCE shopping or "Go To Checkout." permitted to accept registration. The 7. Repeat steps 3 -5 to register for recreation department reserves the right Limited to Brooklyn Center residents multiple classes or to register other to cancel classes when an insufficient who could not otherwise take a class due family members. number of people have signed up. call the director a 7 financial reasons. For information, 8. Click "My Basket" to check your Waiting lists are kept for classes that are c i not Financial assistance current registrations before checking full. If there are sufficient requests and if s nof t available lable out. Please verify that you have the space and an instructor are available, online. Requests and registration must correct family member(s) registered. additional classes may be formed. be made in person. 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 the Complete Transaction Button. appear to be under enrolled, we have to NON- RESIDENT FEES (Note: you may print your receipt.) cancel classes several days before the Unlike many of our neighboring starting date. There have been instances communities, Brooklyn Center does e Look for this symbol throughout where individuals have expressed an not charge non - resident fees for any the brochure. These activities interest in a class already canceled. of our programs, classes or and classes are available for Please register early to avoid community center memberships. online registration. disappointment!! Recreation Brochure 31 www. ciAyojbrooklyncenter. org Brook' n Center's 7T BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIO V Saturday, February 2, 2008 Earle Brown Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Dr r _ •5:30 p.m. Social •6:30 p.m. Dinner •8:00 p.m. Program & Entertainment RESERVATION INFORMATION —Cost: $34.00. Paid reservations online, in > person, by phone or mail at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430; 763 -569 -3400. Make check payable to t City of Brooklyn Center. Visa and MasterCard also accepted. Reservation deadline is January 20, space permitting. - www.oityofbrooklynoenter.org 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 Recreation Advisory Commission Address meets the third Tuesday of each month City Zip Code at 7:00 p.m. at the community center. This commission advises the City Phone H) ( ) W) Council on the parks and recreation program in Brooklyn Center. Bud Master Contact E -Mail Sorenson, chairperson; Gail Ebert; Activity # Activity Name Muriel Lee; Roger. Peterson; John Russell; Tom Shinnick; Richard Theis. Activity # Activity Name Birth Date Grade Amount Paid Parent Name Department Mission Dedicated to the citizens of Form of payment: ❑Check Brooklyn Center that they may share in the God given right to Credit Card Information: ❑Visa ❑MasterCard beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, and to the end that each may herein Card Holder's Name Exp. Date find the laughter of childhood, the Number acceptance of youth, the fulfillment Special Needs (including food allergies): of adult life, and the companionship of old age, through a healthy, For swim lessons, indicate swim level satisfying use of leisure time. Youth sports t -shirt size Registration card is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be processed before January 8, 2008. For registration information, see page 31. City Of Presorted Standard U.S. Postage BROOKLYN Paid CENTER Permit No. 2170 Minneapolis, MN 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center MN 55430