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A newsletter for residents of the City of Brooklyn Center
City Manager Hired Brooklyn Center Voters Elect
Following a national search by The PAR Group, the City Willson, Ryan, and Yelich
Council appointed Curt Boganey City Manager effective Voter turnout at the November 7, 2006, General Election
September 25. Mr. Boganey has served as Interim City was 57.3 %, with Brooklyn Center voters electing a new
Manager since Michael McCauley left Brooklyn Center in Mayor, Tim Willson, and two new Council Members,
June. Dan Ryan and Mark Yelich. Other members of the five -
member City Council are Council Members Kay Lasman
Mr. Boganey has 30 years of public service experience, and Mary O'Connor.
most recently serving as Assistant City Manager /Director
of Operations for Brooklyn Center since 2003; City Candidates Vote Totals
Manager for Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and Port Arthur, Mayor
Texas; Assistant City Manager for Kalamazoo, Michigan;
Township Manager for Buena Vista Charter Township, Tim Willson 4,718
Saginaw, Michigan; and Director of Planning and
Community Development for Muskegon Heights, Kathleen Carmody 3,662
Michigan. Council Member
Mr. Boganey's credentials include a Master of Arts Dan Ryan 4,753
Degree in Public Administration from Cornell University,
Ithaca, New York, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mark Yelich 3,743
Economics from Oakland University, Rochester,
Diane Niesen 3,537
Michigan.
Brooklyn Center operates under the Council - Manager Notice of Public Informational Meeting
form of government. The City Council appoints the City Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program
Manager. The Manager handles the day -to -day operations Wednesday, January 10, 2007
of the City as well as carries out the policy directives of 6:30 PM at City Hall
the City Council. Pursuant to the requirements of the General Permit for
the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System/
inside this edition State Disposal System Permit Program, the City of
2006 recipients of Random Acts of Kindness ...................2 Brooklyn Center will be conducting a public
City Council thanks volunteer citizen commissioners....... 3 informational meeting to discuss the City's Storm
Volunteer opportunities on commissions ..........................3 Water Pollution Prevention Program at 6:30 PM on
Safety tips ............................................. ..............................4 January 10, 2007, in the Council Chambers at City
Snow removal operations and safety .. ............................... 5 Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. City staff will
Sewer backups ..................................... ..............................6 present an overview of the City's Storm Water
February is African American History Month ...................6 Pollution Prevention Program and report on the status
Spotlight on parks— Orchard Lane Park ............................6 of implementing storm water best management
2006 landscape and garden contest winners ......................7 practices. Following the presentation, there will be an
Community Guide delivered in January ............................ 8 opportunity to present questions and provide public
City offices closed for holidays .......... ............................... 8 comment regarding storm water management practices
Christmas tree recycling ..................... ............................... 8
Earle Brown Heritage Center .............. ............................... 8 in the City of Brooklyn Center. The Storm Water
City Council contact information ........ ..............................8 Pollution Prevention Program documents are available
Recreation activities begin on Page 9 for public review at the Engineering Division office at
Registration begins Saturday, _ City Hall, Monday through Friday, between 8 AM and
January 6, 2007 4:30 PM.
City Council Recognizes Random Acts of Kindness
At its meeting of October 23, 2006, the Brooklyn
Center City Council recognized persons who had
been nominated to receive a Random Acts of
Kindness award during 2006. This year 12
persons and one club were nominated to receive
recognition for their Random Acts of Kindness.
Random Acts submitted included Relay for Life
program coordination and efforts, picking up
Mary Shimshock trash in neighborhoods, cutting a neighbor's lawn, Diane Sannes and Sue Tegg
delivering Meals on Wheels, volunteering at a
nursing home, providing transportation to youth
event, weekly visits by Pastor, planting the
gardens around the city, helping the elderly,
assisting a motorist in a stalled vehicle, and
creating an understanding of the diverse culture in
the community.
The City Council extended its appreciation to all
who participated in this year's Random Acts of
Kindness recognition, to those making
nominations, and especially to those who have
Arthur Lenius contributed to the quality of life here in Brooklyn Brooklyn Center High School
Center. Latino Club
If you know someone who has performed an act
of kindness and would like to nominate that
person to receive an award, call the City Clerk at
(763) 569 -3306 or visit the City's web site at
www.ciiyofbrooklyncenter.org
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a, Mayor Kragness presented
certificates of recognition to those
Jo Sanford Mary Slette
nominees who attended the meeting.
Also nominated
Laura Rupp and Pastor Peter Preus
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Gene Hageman Marilyn and Kermit Klefsaas
Camille Worley
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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 2006.
* Denotes that commissioner either resigned or term expired during 2006.
Financial Commission Park and Recreation Charter Commission Northwest Suburbs Cable
Donn Escher, Chair* Commission Stan Leino, Chair Communications
Robert Anderson* Bud Sorenson, Chair Gary Brown Commission
Gene Maze Gail Ebert Roni Brunner Rex Newman
Mark Nemec, Chair Muriel Lee Kris Lawrence- Anderson
Robert Paulson* Roger Peterson H. Bruce Lund Shingle Creek and West
Susan Shogren Smith John Russell Harold Middleton Mississippi Watershed
Thomas Shinnick Anthony Mills Management Commissions
Housing Commission Richard Theis Edward Nelson AbiyAssefa
Judy Thorbus, Chair Mary Nierengarten Graydon Boeck*
David Johnson* Planning Eileen Oslund Kathleen Carmody
Michael Johnson Commission Richard Phillips Amy Luesebrink*
Kris Lawrence- Anderson Tim Willson, Chair* Richard Theis
Stan Leino* Graydon Boeck
Jean Schuster Gary Ford Northwest Hennepin
Joshua Xiong Rachel Lund Human Services Council
Mark Yelich* Michael Parks Advisory Commission •
Sean Rahn Audrey Harris- Blount*
Timothy Roche Kimberley Meyer I w
Joshua Xiong
Volunteer Opportunities
Financial Commission Housing Commission Charter Commission
The Brooklyn Center Financial The Brooklyn Center Housing Commission The Brooklyn Center Charter
Commission is seeking several is seeking members to fill vacancies. The Commission has openings for
members. The position is voluntary. To position is voluntary. To qualify for commissioners. This is a
qualify for membership, you must be a membership, you must be a Brooklyn Center voluntary position of civic
Brooklyn Center resident while serving resident while serving on the Commission, participation. The Charter
on the Commission and have an interest shall have been a resident for at least one Commission meets quarterly,
in the financial operations of the City. year prior to the appointment, and represent generally the fourth Wednesday
The general purpose of the Commission a broad range of interest in the housing at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The
is to act in an advisory capacity to the function. The general purpose of the Charter Commission reviews
City Council on issues related to Commission is to afford citizen input in the the City's Charter, which is the
finance. The Financial Commission development of a housing program to governing constitution of the
meets at City Hall several times a year, supplement the activities of the City Council. City. Final appointment is made
as well as in joint session with the City The Housing Commission generally meets by the Fourth Judicial District
Council during the budget planning on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Court.
process. Final appointment will be made Final appointment will be made by the
by the Mayor and City Council. Mayor and City Council.
For more information or to obtain an application packet:
Visit City web site www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org
Visit City Hall 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Call City Clerk (763) 569 -3306
City Watch 3 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Safety Tips
Personal Safety Safe Winter Driving Tips
When shopping for the upcoming ➢ Slow Down! Drive according to road and weather
holiday season, be aware of your conditions. Remember, the posted speed limits are for
surroundings. It is easy to get caught up dry pavement.
in the excitement of the season, but it is ➢ Clear snow and ice from all windows and lights, and
necessary to take precautions for even the hood and roof, before driving.
yourself and your belongings. ➢ Leave plenty of room for stopping and brake early. It
takes more time to stop when roads are wet or icy.
➢ Make sure that all of your ➢ Know current road conditions:
shopping packages are stored in -Check local news for weather and traffic reports.
the trunk of your vehicle. -Watch electronic highway signs for up -to -date
information.
➢ Do not leave anything in view that ➢ Leave room for maintenance vehicles and plows. Stay
may tempt thieves. Items such as at least 10 car lengths (200 feet) back and don't pass
cell phones, CDs, money, jewelry, on the right.
or packages of purchased items ➢ Watch for icy surfaces on bridges, even when the rest
can be a temptation. of the road seems to be in good condition. Bridge
decks will ice up first.
➢ Carrying purses that are large can ➢ Look farther ahead in traffic. Actions by other drivers
be easily grabbed. Purses left on will alert you to problems and give you extra seconds
restroom floors or hung on hooks to react.
on the backs of doors can be easily ➢ Trucks take longer to stop. Don't cut in front of them.
grabbed. Remember to keep your ➢ Don't use your cruise control or overdrive when it's
purse close to you at all times. freezing (or colder). Even roads that appear clear can
have isolated slippery spots and the short touch of
➢ Avoid carrying large amounts of your brakes to deactivate cruise control can cause you
cash. Keep credit card receipts to lose control of your vehicle. With overdrive, as you
with you and not in your bag encounter a hill your vehicle automatically
where someone could easily accelerates or downshifts, which can cause loss of
obtain your credit card number. traction.
➢ Don't get overconfident with four -wheel drive. Four -
These tips are only a few ways of wheel drive helps you get going quicker but it won't
protecting yourself and your property. help you stop any faster.
If you are a victim of a crime, please ➢ Don't pump anti -lock brakes. If your car is equipped
contact the Brooklyn Center Police with anti -lock brakes, do not pump your brakes. The j
Department at (763) 569 -3333 as soon right way is to "stomp and steer."
as possible. We want our community ➢ Adjust to road conditions. The faster your vehicle is
members to be safe. going, the more distance it will take to turn, slow, or
stop.
➢ Allow extra time. Give yourself extra time to reach
your destination when roads may be slick. Consider
delaying your trip.
➢ Drive with your headlights on.
➢ If at all possible, do not drive when the roads are icy.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 4 City Watch
Snow Removal Operations and Safety
Snow removal Mailboxes: installation and damage
Street snow removal operations will begin Standard mailbox and post installations meeting U.S. Postal regulations are
when there has been a snowfall of more than allowed within the boulevard area. You should check your mailbox and
2.5 inches or if other conditions warrant post installation each year to prevent problems, which typically occur
plowing. Sidewalk snow removal will occur during the winter months making repairs difficult and causing a delay in
when there has been a snowfall of one inch mail delivery. Check mailbox posts for signs of rotting wood or rusted
or more. Crews will begin plowing as soon metal. Typically, when a post has been in the ground for a few years, a
as the storm subsides. The City streets are wood post will rot off and a metal post will rust at the base. Rotted, rusted,
divided into ten districts, with plows or unstable installations need to be replaced with a sturdy 4" x 4" post and
assigned to each district. The arterial streets the mailbox and paper box must be installed a minimum of 45" above
will be cleared first, followed by the the street surface to accommodate the height of the plow. The City will
residential streets. The snow plow must repair or replace properly installed mailboxes which are damaged by direct
make several passes up and down the street contact with snow removal equipment. The City will not assume
to remove the snow; two to clear the center responsibility for damage simply caused from snow pressure.
and two or more to widen the street gutter to
gutter. Because plowing routes are Boulevard maintenance
sometimes long, it may be one hour or more Residents are reminded that by City ordinance items such as landscape
between the clearing pass and the final rocks, sprinkler systems, fences, bollards, timbers, shrubs, retaining walls,
widening pass. gardens, and large permanent mailbox installations (constructed of
concrete, brick, wood, etc.) are not allowed on the boulevard, that is, from
Garbage /recycling the edge of the street back 10 -15 feet. The boulevard area is reserved for
containers snow storage and for utility placements. On occasion objects in the
Garbage and recycling containers must be boulevard are damaged during winter snowplowing operations when they
placed so they are accessible for pickup, but are struck by heavy snow and ice or snowplowing equipment. The City
during the snow season they may not be cannot accept responsibility for private property located on City right -of-
placed in the road or on the sidewalk. To way and will not repair or replace immovable or movable items placed in
assist snowplowing operations, place the these areas. Property owners should remove items or place them at least ten
containers in the driveway. feet behind the curb line or the edge of the street.
Keep fire hydrants clear Stay back from the plow
Please help keep fire hydrants clear of snow. Never pass a snowplow. They create dangerous snow clouds that not only
In the event of a fire, valuable time may be contain snow, but road debris such as rocks and sand. When driving, allow
lost if the fire department has to locate and/ ample distance between your vehicle and the snowplow. Snow conditions
or remove snow from a hydrant. often require that the snowplow driver stop and back up before continuing;
this can create a potential accident when vehicles follow too closely.
Driveways
We apologize in advance for plugged
driveways, which are unavoidable side
effects of well - plowed streets and � L 4 r� r
sidewalks. To reduce the frustration of eU 'o n� To report snowy or icy
shoveling out the end of your driveway
twice, we suggest you wait until the street is road conditions call:
plowed to its full width before tackling the
wind row of snow left by plows. ° 'S; Public Works Garage
' 7 AM to 3:30 PM
Child safety Monday- Friday
Please remind your children not to build (763) 569 -3380
snow forts or play in the snow piles made by
the plows. The plow operators often cannot After -Hours o
see children in the snow banks, and they Non Emergency
could be buried in the snow or seriously
hurt. Police Department
(763) 503 -3280 ° o
City Watch 5 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Sewer Backup? Call the City First February is African American
History Month
If you experience a sewer backup problem, call the
City Public Utility Division at (763) 569 -3390 before Nearly 16% of Brooklyn Center's population
calling a sewer cleaning service. City Public Utility reported as Black or African American in
personnel will respond and determine if the blockage Census 2000. Black History Month has been
is in the City sewer line or your private sewer line at celebrated since 1976, thanks to the efforts of
no charge to the resident. If a sewer cleaning service African - American historian Dr. Carter G.
is called first and the blockage is in the City line, the Woodson. The President of the United States
sewer cleaning service typically will charge the of America annually proclaims February as
resident for the call out. The City will not reimburse National African American History Month and 1
you for that charge. encourages all citizens to gain awareness of
and appreciation for African - American history.
If you hire a sewer cleaning service and they remove
tree roots, please notify the City to prevent a
secondary backup from occurring. A secondary
backup can occur when roots cleaned from private Spotlight o n Parks
house sewer lines get lodged in the main City sewer
line. If unchecked, this could result in a sewer Orchard Lane Park
backup in your basement as well as your neighbor's
basement.
Does your homeowner insurance
cover sewer backups?
Occasionally sewage will back up into businesses
and/or private residences as a result of blockages in
private sewer services or the public sewer system.
When this occurs, in addition to the mess and odor,
considerable damage can also occur to property.
Most homeowner insurance policies will not cover°
this without a special rider and the City will not
cover damages unless it is proven that the City was From picnics to family reunions, retreats and
negligent in maintaining its system. The City socials, or just a "family night" out, we may
recommends you consider obtaining a rider that have the ideal location for your next gathering
would cover such damage if it would occur. at one of Brooklyn Center's parks.
Call the City before calling Conveniently located at the intersection of
a sewer cleaning service Orchard and 65th Avenues in the heart of
Brooklyn Center, Orchard Lane Park features a
playground, shelter building, ball field, and
8 AM to 4:30 PM, weekdays (763) 569 -3390 basketball hoops.
After hours, weekends, For further information about Orchard Lane
and holidays (763) 503 -3280 Park, or any of our park facilities, please
contact the Community Activities, Recreation
Public Utility on -call personnel and Services Department at (763) 569 -3400.
will assist with the problem.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 6 City walrh
2006
LANDSCAPE & GARDEN k
CONTEST WINNERS
JUDGE'S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR
OUTSTANDING GARDENS & LANDSCAPE
Steve and Pamela Junceski
5231 66th Avenue North
The front yard gardens and landscape of this exceptionally well -
maintained property provide curb appeal inviting you to a back yard
display of hearty plants lush with color and texture. The sculpted gardens
are surrounded by a well - balanced variety of trees and shrubs. From the
front yard driveway to the backyard fence, green thumbs are evident
everywhere. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Bingaman Schwartz, Sun
Newspapers)
Best Front Yard Garden Best Volunteer Garden
Steve Landis, Kenneth Evers, and Derek Kiewatt Elizabeth Muellner
7118 Grimes Avenue North 6124 Noble Avenue North
Best Artful Design Best Backyard Water Feature
Coleen and Michael Butler Sean Rahn
7101 Willow Lane 5740 Irving Avenue North
Best Boulevard Garden Special Recognition for Service to Connnunity
Kitty Hull Kim Kenney
6858 Willow Lane 7101 Willow Lane
and
Best Small Space Garden Riverwood Neighborhood Citizens
Dorothy Slack and Steven & Shayne Graves
7213 Perry Court West Please visit the City web site at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.orS
for photos of all the 2006 winners.
JUDGES AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR
OUTSTANDING WOODLAND GARDENS
Darryl and Diane Sannes
7006 Willow Lane
Paver brick walks and stepping stones provide meandering pathways
through this naturalized setting on the banks of the Mississippi River.
The walkways and plant specimens and their location enhance the
woodland gardens and the architectural style of the property. A shady
backyard retreat is the perfect "cabin" for Darryl and Diane. (Photo
courtesy of Sarah Bingaman Schwartz, Sun Newspapers)
City Watch 7 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
City of Brooklyn Center Community Guide Delivered
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 in January
ww w.cityofbrooklyncenter.org The Community Resource & Residents' Guide will be
e -mail: info @ ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
delivered to Brooklyn Center residents beginning in January
City Hall (763) 569 -3300 2007. The guide provides residents with information about the
Recreation (763) 569 -3400 community including business, schools, government, park
Police Non - Emergency (763) 569 -3333 facilities, special events, community organizations, and senior
Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307 programs. If you did not receive a Community Guide or need
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served an additional copy, you may pick one up at City Hall.
by the MN Relay Service 711 (TTY /Voice)
Council Members 2007 City Offices Closed for Holidays
Beginning January 1
Mayor Tim Willson Christmas December 25
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450 New Year's Day January 1
e -mail: mayorwillson @ ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 15
Councilmember Kay Lasman President's Day February 19
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448
e -mail: councilmemberlasman @ ci.brooklyn-center.mn . us
Christmas Tree Recycling
Councilmember Mary O'Connor
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447 Most licensed garbage haulers in Brooklyn Center will pick up
e -mail: councilmemberoconnor @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us your Christmas tree on your regular trash day during the first
Councilmember Dan Ryan two weeks of January. The tree stand and all ornaments must
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3445 be removed. If the tree is taller than six feet, it may have to be
e -mail: councilmemberryan @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us cut in half. Please be sure to check with your hauler for specific
instructions.
Councilmember Mark Yelich
Voicemail: (763) 569 -3444 Licensed Residential Garbage Haulers
e -mail: councilmemberyelich @ ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
Aspen Waste (612) 884 -8000
City Manager BFI (763) 784 -2104
Curt Boganey Randy's Sanitation (763) 479 -3335
(763) 569 -3300 T & L Sanitation (763) 560 -3610
Walter's (763) 780 -8464
City Council Meetings Walz Brothers (763) 493 -3474
City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd Waste Management (952) 890 -1100
and 4th Monday of the month at 7 PM.
Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council
meetings for persons who wish to address the City
Council about issues not scheduled on the agenda. Earle Brown Heritage Center
City Council Work Sessions are held immediately
following the Regular Session City Council meetings.
Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16. The City owns and operates
Replays shown Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at the Earle Brown Heritage
2:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Center, an historic site
restored and renovated in
Call City Hall to verify meeting dates (763) 569 -3300 or 1990 into a meeting and
visit the City's web site @ www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org convention complex with
over 36,000 square feet of
Minnesota State Law — Chapter 156 of the Session event space. Consider the
Laws of 2005 — requires that a "city or county with a Heritage Center for your special event, whether it is a business
population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its event or convention or social event such as a wedding, banquet,
concert, or senior prom. For more information or to reserve
residents of the positions and base salaries of its three space, please call the Earle Brown Heritage Center at (763) 569 -
highest -paid employees." For the City of Brooklyn 6300, or visit the Earle Brown Heritage Center web site at
Center, titles and salaries as of November 1, 2006, are: www.earlebrown.com
City Manager — $115,000; Chief of Police — $103,526;
Director of Public Works /City Engineer — $103,526;
Director of Fiscal and Support Services — $98,577. Printed on recycled paper
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Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation & Services Department
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center MN 55430
763 -569 -3400
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Adult Activities .................. ............................... 10 -14
Community Tripsters ................ .............................15
Boomers & Beyond ............ ............................... 16 -18
Youth Activities ...................... ..........................19 -22
Community Bulletin Board ............................. 22 -23
Class Locations .......................... .............................22
Adaptive Recreation .................. .............................24
Aquatic Activities .............. ............................... 25 -27
Winter Pool Events ............ ............................... 28 -29
Pool Hours and Rates ................ .............................30
Registration Information .......... .............................31
Registration Form ......... ...........................Back Page
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ADULT ACTIVIT111
JANUARY CLASS DROP -IN AQUA EXERCISE
Several classes are being held before the new winter Water power! Join this invigorating high - energy class, which
class session begins. Interested participants are '* includes a warm up, cardio and full body toning. You are
welcome to drop -in. See page 11 for drop -in card '� encouraged to participate in the intensity level that
information. Call 763 -569 -3400. suits you best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua '
aerobic fun! Classes 50 min. Instructors Heather - Row
• Senior Aqua Ex. — Tues. Jan. 2, 9:30 a.m. #4; Jean #'s 5, 6, 7; Kathy Jo #8.
• Senior Aqua Ex. — Thurs. Jan. 4, 11, 18, 10:45 a.m. Classes once a week, $28.50/10 Sessions
• Senior Aqua Ex. — Fri. Jan. 5, 12, 19, 9:45 a.m. # Day Begins Time Location
• Aqua Ex. — Tues. Jan. 2,10:30 a.m. 4 Tues. Jan. 9 10:30 a.m. Community Center
• Aqua Ex. — Thurs. Jan. 4, 11, 18, 9:45 a.m. 5 Sat. Jan. 20 8:00 a.m. Community Center
• Aqua Ex. — Tues. Jan. 9, 6:30 p.m. at North View 6 Thurs. Jan. 25 9:45 a.m. Community Center
• Aqua Ex. — Thurs. Jan. 11 & 18, 7:25 p.m. at North View 7 Thurs. Jan. 25 7:25 p.m. North View
• Aqua Ex. — Sat. Jan. 6 & 13, 8:00 a.m. Classes once a week, $31.35/11 Sessions
• Aqua Shallow & Deep Water Combo — Wed. Jan. 3, 8 Tues. Jan. 16 6:20 p.m. North View
7:25 p.m. AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP WATER COMBO
• Arthritis Water Ex. — Fri. Jan. 5 & 12, 10:45 a.m. Our "combo" class combines warm up, stretching, aerobic
• Arthritis Water Ex. — Wed. Jan. 3, 6:30 p.m. exercise and strength training for a full body workout. The class
• Deep Water — Mon. Jan. 8 & 15, 11:10 a.m. is designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a
• Deep Water — Tues. Jan. 9, 7:25 p.m. at North View lower or higher intensity workout. Senior registration fee
• Deep Water — Thurs. Jan. 11 & 18, 6:30 p.m. at North View $26.00. Registration Fee $28.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
• Aerobic Fit/Fun 60+ — Thurs. Jan. 4, 9:30 a.m. Instructor Vicki #9.
• Aerobic Fit/Fun 60+ — Mon. Jan. 8, 9:30 a.m. # Day Begins Time Location
• Sat. Aerobic Step Combo — Sat. Jan. 6 & 13, 8:30 a.m. at 9 Wed. Jan. 10 8:45 a.m. Community Center
Wed. Jan. 10 7:25 .m. Community North View 10 ed p Center
• Strength Training — Thurs. Jan. 4, 10:30 a.m. 11 Fri. Jan. 26 10:45 a.m. Community Center
• Strength Training — Mon. Jan. 8, 10:30 a.m. DEEP WATER WORKOUT
• Strength Training Back & Abs for Women — Mon. Jan. 8, If you are looking for a new or different experience in water
6:30 p.m. exercise, try this class! Using a floatation device, this class
• Strength Training & "Abs" — Thurs. Jan. 4 & 11, 6:00 p.m. combines aerobic exercise, strength training, sculpting and
water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! Class is
POOL ACCESS designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a
Brooklyn Center Community Center lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming skills are not
Community center pool features a full ramp with handrail to required but participants should be comfortable in deep water.
provide complete access to persons in wheelchairs and/or with Floatation belts and noodles are furnished. Seniors may
register in the Monday #12 class for $26.00. Classes 50 min.
physical limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end. Instructors Jean #'s 12 & 13; Kathy Jo #14.
North View -Easy Ladder® Classes once a week, $28.50/10 Sessions
Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with these gently # Day Begins Time Location
sloping steps. (Weight capacity 300 lbs.) The Easy Ladder was 12 Mon. Jan. 22 11:10 a.m. Community Center
made possible through a generous donation from a participant, 13 Thurs. Jan. 25 6:30 p.m. North View
the Osseo Area School District 279 Community Education Classes once a week, $31.35/11 Sessions
Services and the City of Brooklyn Center. 14 Tues. Jan. 16 7:20 p.m. North View
ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE
Please register at least two days before the starting date to Joining a water exercise class gives you opportunity to exercise
avoid disappointment of a class being cancelled. in warm water with guidance from a trained Arthritis
Foundation instructor. Participating can help decrease pain & j
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE stiffness. Class concentrates on walking, warm -ups, range of
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 motion of all major joints & low— impact exercises. Questions,
years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.) call Kathy 763 -569 -3405. (UCare members entitled to reduced
You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. rates; call your provider for info.) Registration Fee $27.50/10
If you are registering for the first time, please furnish your Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Vicki #15.
doctor's name & number. Registration Fee $26.00/10 Sessions. # Day Begins Time Location
Classes 50 min. Instructors Heather #1; Jean #2. 15 Wed. Jan. 10 9:45 a.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location 16 Wed. Jan. 10 6:30 p.m. Community Center
1 Tues. Jan. 9 9:30 a.m. Community Center
2 Thurs. Jan. 25 10:45 a.m. Community Center Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swimsuits;
3 Fri. Jan. 26 9:45 a.m. Community Center sorry, we are not responsible.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 10 Recreation Brochure
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 2007 session. Card #'s 17 -20 & 22 -25 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.
With a drop -in card, you can start anytime ... now there's no reason not to exercise with us!
SENIOR DROP - IN CARD OPTIONS FITNESS DROP - IN CARD OPTIONS
Senior Drop -In -Cards are for persons 62 years and older.
# # of Classes Fee # # of Classes Fee
17 12 Classes $37.25 22 12 Classes $40.25
18 10 Classes $31.00 23 10 Classes $33.50
19 8 Classes $24.85 24 8 Classes $26.85
20 5 Classes $15.50 25 5 Classes $16.75
21 1 Class $3.60 1 26 1 Class $3.85
** *ATTENTION CARD BUYERS * **
When buying your DROP -IN 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, please 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
regularly attend, we will make every attempt to notify you.
AEROBIC FITNESS AND FUN FOR 60 + STRENGTH TRAINING & "ABS" - COED
Think about starting the day in this fun class! Bev is an Strength training can build bone density, help lose weight, gain
inspiring instructor who knows how to keep you motivated with strength and energize! Basic exercises using weights are geared
a variety of exercises. This morning program emphasizes to individual ability and can put you in the shape needed for a
energizing routines designed to improve strength, healthier and more active lifestyle. Authorities claim strength
flexibility and endurance at a level safe and training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and
comfortable for you. Although this class is osteoporosis. This class will include a weekly "AB" workout. If
directed towards individuals 60 years and you own weights, bring them. Otherwise, wait until after the
older, interested individuals of variable ages first class before purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle weights.
may attend. Come join us! Registration Fee Registration Fee $28.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min.
$26.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor # Day Begins Time Location
Bev. 31 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:00 p.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location
27 Thurs. Jan. 11 9:30 a.m. Community Center
28 Mon. Jan.15 9:30 a.m. Community Center �•
STRENGTH TRAINING
"Strong women and men stay young." Age 30 or 90, fit or unfit,
this program can build bone density, lose weight, and gain
strength and energy. Basic exercises using weights are geared
to individual ability and can put you in the shape needed for a
healthier and more active lifestyle. Authorities claim strength
training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" — For
osteoporosis. Come join this class for an energy overhaul! Women
Please wait until after the first class before purchasing weights. This class is offered for women only. See class description
Registration Fee $26.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor above. Specific strength training exercises for the lower back
Bev. will be included. Registration Fee $30.80/10 Sessions. Classes
# Day Begins Time Location 1 hour. Instructor Heather.
29 Thurs. Jan. 11 10:30 a.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
30 Mon. Jan. 15 10:30 a.m. Community Center 32 Mon. Jan. 15 6:15 p.m. Community Center
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Adult Activities continued
FAII TNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES PERSONAL TRAINING
mfortable clothes & fitness shoes. Your complimentary personal training consultation
steps are provided at the community center. includes a Par -Q /Health History Evaluation,
es coed except class # 32. Needs Analysis, Functional Strength /Flexibility
Assessment and Goal Setting.
BONE UP ON STEP This session is available to members or non - members
Recent studies have found bone density to increase in the spine, who pay the general daily $3.75 admission fee.
legs and heels with step aerobics. To schedule your complimentary appointment or for
more information, call 763 -569 -3405.
SATURDAY AEROBIC STEP COMBO
This low impact class offers a variety of exercises BUY TWO, GET ONE FREE
used to challenge all fitness levels. You are During the month of January, purchase two one hour
encouraged to participate in the intensity level that personal training sessions for $92.00 and receive the
suits you best. There will be a 10 minute warm -up, third session free. A $46.00 value! (Non- members also
15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 -15 minutes pay the daily $3.75 general daily admission fee each
of step, followed by cool down and strength time.) Take advantage of this great deal to update your
training. For persons unable to do step, the same current program or to get a fresh start in 2007.
patterns may be done on the floor during this segment. The
classes are fun and offer a great cardio workout. Registration FEES FOR ADDITIONAL SESSIONS
Fee $28.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy. Each session is 1 hour. Sessions are available by
# Day Begins Time Location appointment. These pre -paid sessions are valid for one
33 Sat. Jan. 20 8:30 a.m. Community Center month after your projected final workout session. Non-
members will also pay the daily $3.75 general daily
admission fee for each session, which includes use of the
MAT PILATES pool, sauna and exercise room.
Pilates is a body sculpting system utilizing gentle "non jarring"
total body exercises and proper breathing techniques. Improve
your health, posture, body composition. Open to all exercise # # of Sessions Fee
abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes. Registration Fee
$23.45/7 Sessions. No class Feb. 19 & Mar. 19. Classes 50 37 2 Sessions $92.00
min. Instructor Dee Dee.
# Day Begins Time Location 38 6 Sessions $264.00
34 Mon. Jan. 29 Noon Community Center
39 12 Sessions $504.00
STRENGTH TRAINING 101
Learn how to incorporate strength training into
your workout program in this fun, relaxed small s
group personal training program. Participants will
learn how to use cables, machines, dumbbells, and
�= the stability ball. Space is limited to six
__J participants, so sign up early to avoid
disappointment. Registration Fee $25.00/4
Sessions. Instructor Marty.
# Day Begins Time Location EXERCISE ROOM
35 Wed. Jan. 17 6:00 p.m. Community Center
36 Wed. Feb. 21 6:00 p.m. Community Center The exercise room, located in a spacious area on the upper level
of the community center offers complete fitness equipment for
cardiovascular and strength conditioning. Minimum age 15.
BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION Shirts & tennis shoes are required in Exercise Room. For hours
Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe & and fees, seepage 30.
effective workout. This is a basic walk through of all fitness Cardiovascular Equipment
equipment to help you understand how to use each machine Treadmills, Elliptical Cross Trainers,
correctly. A fitness specialist will assist you on the proper use Recumbent Bikes and Stair Climbers.
and correct form. This is not an individual program design
session. Free for members or patrons who have paid general Strength Trainin¢ Equipment
admission for the day. $10 reservation fee refundable upon Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg
completion of orientation or cancellation 48 hours in advance of Extension; Life Fitness Multi- chest; Life Fitness Bicep /Triceps;
appointment. Runs approximately 45 minutes. Evening Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable Crossover;
appointments are available. Call 763 -569 -3400 for the schedule. Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells.
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Adult Activities continued
POTTERY — BEGINNING AARP - 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING
This class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and Registration accepted immediately.
hand building. The community center offers a unique This classroom- training program is designed _
opportunity to practice your new skills by including in the to help persons 55 and older improve their
registration fee 25 lbs. clay for projects, unlimited practice time driving skills while teaching them how to `r
outside of class & firing fees. (Additional clay is $36.50, avoid accidents & traffic violations. No tests
includes 25 lbs., glazes & firing.) Bring a work shirt to the first given; course completion is required to
class. Please allow approx. $7.50 to purchase tools. Instructor initiate auto insurance discounts. Instructors
will teach 7 weeks and students will work one week are trained volunteers.
independently during class time. Registration Fee $98.00/8
Sessions. Classes 2'/2 hours. Instructor Chad. Four Hour Refresher — For persons who have completed the
# Day Begins Time Location eight hour mature driving course within the preceding three
40 Tues. Jan. 30 6:30 p.m. Community Center years. Fee $10.00 /1 Session.
POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE/ Date Day Time
ADVANCED
4 1b
Designed for advanced students who are January 10 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
proficient in throwing, hand building and February 14 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 P.M.
glazing. The instructor will be in the lab one
or two times during the eight -week session. This is an ideal April 4 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
format for participants who want to work independently yet
need some instruction either in new techniques or with problem REGISTRATION INFORMATION
solving. Participants with less than 5 years experience may Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle
register at the discretion of the instructor. Registration fee Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. If the class is
includes 25 lbs. of clay with firing & glazes. For heavy full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening
production, each additional 25 lbs. of clay is $36.50, which occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in
includes glazes & firing. Registration Fee $98.00/8 Sessions. person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money
Classes 2` /s hours. Instructor Chad. order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.) Classes offered
# Day Begins Time Location at the Crossings/Brookwood, 6201 N Lilac Drive. Smoking is
41 Mon. Jan. 29 6:30 p.m. Community Center not permitted in the building.
Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation and
LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES Services Department thanks the Lang Nelson Corporation
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the & Crossings Manager for making this site available.
community center or have had previous experience and are
familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited The 8 hour class is required for persons who have never taken
basis other than class times and students may have pieces fired the course. For this information and additional 4 hour class
in the eight -week period. The lab program is designed for offerings in the area, call the AARP office 952- 858 -9040. The
individuals who want to work independently. Registration fee AARP office is open 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
includes 25 lbs. of clay. (Additional clay is $36.50, which
includes 25 lbs., glazes and firing.) Arrange your own time to
work in the lab during the eight weeks. No instruction. New lab
participants are asked to meet with the instructor for an ABC's OF BOATING
orientation at 6 p.m. on Monday or Tuesday of the first week. There is a lot more to boating - -
Starting week corresponds with pottery class schedule above. than just buying a boat! This
Registration Fee $94.00/8 Weeks. Instructor Chad. course teaches the basics of
# Day Begins Time Location boating safety. Lights, emergency procedures, required
42 Week of January 29 Community Center equipment and boating etiquette are all covered in this eight
hour course. This is a great class for families as well as
individuals. (Minimum age is 12 years.) According to the U.S.
DIGITAL CAMERA BASICS Coast Guard, about 80 percent of all boating fatalities occurred
Which digital camera is right for you? This class on boats where the operator had not completed a boating safety
is for persons who are thinking of purchasing a education course. Take this course and keep you and your
camera or have one and are not sure how it works. passengers safe. Participants will study material in each chapter
You might even have taken a class at the local camera store and and complete weekly exercises. There is a required $25
it wasn't enough. In this basic class, you will learn how digital textbook which may be shared by families. This can be
cameras work and how to use its features. The instructor is a purchased when registering or from the instructor. Your
top 50 international award winning photographer who is excited insurance company may offer a discount for successful
about sharing the joy of photography with you. If you have a completion of this course. Registration Fee $15.00/4 weeks.
digital camera, bring it to class. Registration Fee $25.00/2 Classes 2 hours. Instructors U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Sessions. Class 3 hours. Instructor John. # Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location 44 Tues. Feb. 20 6:30 p.m. Community Center
43 Sat. Feb. 24 2:00 p.m. Community Center 45 Tues. April 3 6:30 p.m. Community Center
Recreation Brochure 13 www.cityo)brooklyncenter.org
Adult Activities continued
® BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S FREE TAX HELP
CLUB IRS trained and certified
�_o The club is sponsored by the Brooklyn volunteers will help low – -.
1 Center Community Activities, Recreation & income, disadvantaged & ode
Services Department. Meetings are the elderly persons with tax returns
second Tuesday of the month at 1 P .m. in Feb. 1 through April 15 on
Constitution Hall of the Brooklyn Center Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1 -4:00 p.m., Crystal Community
Community Center. The purpose of the organization is to Center, 4800 Douglas DR and Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00
promote social, cultural and civic activities for area women. a.m. to Noon, Robbinsdale City Hall, 4221 Lake RD. No
Annual dues are $10. Our monthly meetings are informative appointment needed; assistance on a first -come basis. Please do
and with entertaining programs. Join us on Jan. 9, entertainment not call the site. Bring: W2's from your employer, 1099 forms
"Music that Tickles." Feb. 13, enjoy the Happy Notes. Mar. 13, from Social Security, retirement plans, bank & other financial
will be a full meeting with a food drive for CEAP, craft fair and institutions. Renters: bring CRP form. Homeowners: bring 2007
two of our favorite entertainers, Diane and Reuben Ristrom. property tax statement. Welfare recipients: bring your letter
Monthly trips & tours are also offered to members. Join us Feb. from county showing how much you received. If in doubt if
8 at the Lafayette Club for lunch and the Golden Strings. On something is important, bring it along. To find other tax
Mar. 21 see the "Merchant of Venice" at the new Guthrie preparation assistance sites dial 211 after February I. AARP
Theater and lunch at the Spaghetti Factory. April 25 takes us to Foundation Tax -Aide Program sponsors this free tax assistance
Fanny Hill Theater in Eau Claire, WI. Lunch and play "Beau program in cooperation with the IRS & MN Dept. of Revenue
Jest." May 23 visit the LeDuc Estate in Hastings, lunch at River and is supported by the sites where aid is offered.
Oaks and area winery tour. Trip details are available at the
monthly meetings. For complete information about the club, WANTED: TAX - AIDE VOLUNTEERS
call 763 - 416 -9715. Volunteers are needed to help low income, disadvantaged and
elderly residents of Brooklyn Center and surrounding areas
prepare their tax returns. No special background in taxes is
OI needed. Forty hours of classroom training leading to IRS
COME FOR LUNCH ... STAY ° , certification is offered to persons who will contribute 4 hours a
FOR BRIDGE week February through April. Training & work involve Federal
Join other bridge players who get together & State tax issues pertaining to low income & elderly
for a friendly afternoon of "Bridge for taxpayers. We do not do business and complex returns. New
Fun" at Earle Brown Terrace, 6100 Summit Dr. N. We play the volunteers will work with experienced aides at convenient sites
first Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. This activity is open to in or near Brooklyn Center. Sponsored by AARP Foundation,
the public. For information, call 763 -569 -3405. Participants are IRS & MN Department of Revenue and is supported by the
invited to have lunch in their lovely dining room from Noon to sites where aide is offered. For more info about training in
1:00 p.m. The reasonably priced daily special includes entree, December & January, call 612- 348 -4100.
beverage, tax & gratuity. For information or reservation, call
763 -560 -6829.
BROOKLYN CENTER SCHOOL DISTRICT 286
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
www.brookcntr.k12.mn.us 763 -561 -4480 ext. 5000
Brooklyn Center Community Education has a new brochure!
Look for it in the mail or go online to see what is new!
April 16 — St. Croix Casino "F und " Excursion
Please support this "Fund" excursion. The $5 charge for each
trip goes towards refreshments on the trip and to help support
"boomer" programs through the Brooklyn Center Recreation
Department. Join our escort for a fun, relaxing and scenic ride
through western Wisconsin to St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake.
You will be treated to a beverage and a donut on the bus. Bring
GIFT CERTIFICATES your friends – open to all adults! If you have a TLC Club card
Looking for a great gift idea? Give the gift of FUN! Gift number, please include it when registering. Cost is $5 /person,
certificates may be purchased for a Community Center includes beverage, donut, transportation, escort and $5 in
membership, punch cards, recreation classes or merchandise quarters to spend. Approximate time 9:15 a.m. — 4:45 p.m.
and are available at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 April 5, registration deadline. (On our last two trips, the
Shingle Creek Parkway during regular office hours. For motor coach filled to capacity with extensive
information, call 763 -569 -3400. With Valentine's Day right waiting lists. The earlier our bus fills up the
around the comer, a Brooklyn Center Community Center or better opportunity we have to accommodate the
Recreation Gift Certificate is a unique idea and an exceptional waitlist by adding a second bus. Register early to
value. avoid disappointment.) Trip #600.
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0"UNI" TRIDPOIT
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. Motor coach buses are used for day outings. All trip costs include the transportation fee. The
bus departs and returns to Brooklyn Center Community Center. Bus hostess or escort accompanies all the trips. REGISTRATION
for the trips is now in progress by mail or in person, 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. Refunds given only if trip is canceled or a substitute can be found to take your place. FOR
PERSONS TRAVELING ALONE — Would you like to go on some of our day outings 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.
February 8 — Golden Strings — We're off for a classy
We've got your ticket for
afternoon at the Lafayette Club, "The Grand Old Lady of the
Lake." Presidents entertained diplomats and the famous %VVXMMR fun!
sampled its beauties and have sung its praises over the years.
This was a creation of James J. Hill and served as a center of S I' March 30 — Great American History
social life. Lunch will be served in the ballroom overlooking I
the pristine grounds of the club. Savor house salad assorted Theater — Orphan Train — Don't miss
rolls, breast of Chicken Florentine, fresh vegetable, whipped T I I this powerful and inspirational musical.
potatoes, coffee, ice tea & gold brick sundae. Following lunch Tee rosIcsi Charlie Maguire's musical score reflects the
enjoy some golden music —when The Golden Strings and pain and struggles his father experienced
founder & virtuoso violinist Cliff Brunzell perform. They play being labeled an orphan. Shipped to the Midwest from New
music ranging from the classics to pops, from romance to jazz. York City slums, over 200,000 children were put up for
These tuxedo clad musicians have memorized over 500 adoption and placed on trains with only a change of clothes and
selections. Cost: $53 /person includes luncheon, performance, a Bible. A story of tragedy and great triumph! After the theatre,
gratuity, tax, motor coach & escort. Approximate time 10 a.m. we will visit the beautiful Forepaugh's Restaurant for
— 3:30 p.m. Jan. 9, registration deadline. Trip #621. Ballontine de Poulet, boneless chicken wrapped around wild
rice stuffing served with a mushroom Madeira wine sauce,
February 15 — Old Log Theatre — Over the Tavern English trifle, coffee, tea or milk. Cost: $50 /person includes
— It's 1959, a time of innocence, youth & discovery. Ellen and theater, luncheon, gratuity, tax, motor coach & escort.
Chet Pazinski are trying to maintain a bit of normalcy in their Approximate time 8:45 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. Feb. 26, registration
boisterous Polish- Catholic household as they watch their son, deadline. Trip #624.
Rudy, an inquisitive, wisecracking 12 -year old, lock horns with
his no- nonsense teacher, Sister Clarissa. But throw in catechism April 23 — American Swedish Institute
classes, a ruler- wielding nun, girl -crazy brother, self - conscious — Smorgasbord of Exhibits and Food
sister, stay -at -home mom or a hotheaded father, and anything Come and catch a glimpse of the glamorous
can happen! Step back in time with this witty & sentimental Park Avenue —the "Golden Mile" of ffff
look at love, religion & family through the insights of a unique Minneapolis during the turn of the last century!
young boy who reminds us that the secret of life is to have fun. The Turnblad Victorian –era Mansion houses the
Prior to the show, we'll enjoy a wonderful Old Log lunch. Cost: institute and is on the National Register of
$44 /person includes luncheon, theatre, gratuity, tax, motor historic places. We will have a guided tour which showcases
coach & escort. Approx. time 10:15 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. Jan. 31, exhibits of traditional Swedish and Swedish - American art
registration deadline. Trip #622. forms, including glass, wood - carving and painting and a
collection of Swedish porcelain stoves (kakelugnar) unmatched
March 14 — Chanhassen Dinner Theatre — The outside Sweden, elaborate hand -carved woodwork and intricate
Easter Parade — Join us at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre plaster -mold ceilings in each room. The classic Swedish buffet
for the world premiere of a new stage musical based on the prepared by the Swedish chef offers two courses with dessert,
1948 MGM film classic - Irving Berlin's EASTER PARADE! coffee or Saft. While you enjoy your sm6rgasbord, take time to
Called, "the happiest musical ever made," it is light & airy as a look at the Dala painting around the room which tells the story
scrumptious souffl6. It's a joyous confection featuring some of of the Swedish immigrants who settled in Minnesota. There
Irving Berlin's most beloved tunes including, "Steppin' Out will be time to visit the Museum Shop and Bokhandel where
With My Baby," "It Only Happens When I Dance With You," there is a wide array of Swedish and Scandinavian items. Cost
& "Easter Parade." Audiences will revel in gloriously adorned $35.50 /person includes museum admission, guided tour,
costumes and sumptuous sets. Easter Parade promises to be a sm6rgasbord, tax, gratuity, motor coach & escort. Approximate
dazzling, fanciful experience to be seen for the first time ever at time 10:45 a.m. — 2:20 p.m. April 12, registration deadline.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Cost: $59 /person includes choice Trip #625.
of entree, coffee /tea, theatre, gratuity, tax, motor coach & April 16 - St. Croix Casino "Fund" Excursion
escort. Approximate time 10:15 a.m. — 4:40 p.m. Feb. 12,
registration deadline. Trip #623. See page 14 for details.
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BOONERI & BOYOXD
Mission Statement: "We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of boomers & beyond and their families by
providing quality classes and programs, trips, community resource information and volunteer opportunities."
If you have questions, call Kathy, Program Supervisor at 763 -569 -3405.
SPECIAL REGISTRATION - FRIDAY, January 5
For persons 60 years and older who want to register for adult activities listed in this brochure. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., registration
begins immediately at the customer service desk located on the lower level. Phone -in registration begins Monday, January 8 at
9:30 a.m. Phone # is 763 - 569 -3400. Mail -in and Fax -in registration begins Tuesday, January 9. Fax # is 763 -569 -3434.
TRANSPORTATION
Five Cities Senior Transportation Program
lop Rita — Monday - Friday ..... ... ..............763 -531 -1274
'A Reservations — Monday -Friday .........763- 531 -1259
Transportation is offered for persons 60 years and older. Mini -
coaches provide transportation to City sponsored senior clubs,
j
programs at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, special
interest groups, shopping malls, discount and grocery stores,
and
homes. Pharmacy Brooklyn
nd Center
opportunities are av at
some stores. A monthly schedule is provided. No one is denied
a ride due to the inability to pay. Due to rising fuel costs,
suggested donation amounts will increase January 2007. The
SPARE TIMES is published four to six times a year by the suggested donation is $3 per round trip with the convenient
Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation and punch pass card or $4 cash. Punch cards are available in $12 or
Services Department. SPARE TIMES is your guide for the $24 amounts and may be purchased from the driver with cash
latest information on social activities, things happening in the or check payable: Laidlaw Transit. Please make your
community, resources, fun trips, and outings. SPARE TIMES reservation a minimum of two working days ahead between
is available by mail. Give us a call to receive a complimentary 8 :00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Punch passes make great gifts from
issue. If you would like to receive the six issues by mail in your family or to give to a friend.
2007, please send $3 to help defray mailing expenses. Please Prism Express Transportation
send a check payable to the City of Brooklyn Center along with Staff ..............Monday- Friday 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 763 -529 -1252
your name, address, zip code and telephone number. Indicate Answering Machine .................... ...........................763 -529 -1252
this is for SPARE TIMES. Visa or MasterCard is also (Leave your name, phone number, date, location and time of
accepted. The newsletter itself is complimentary. If you prefer, appointment.) On the ride home, the final pick up is 2:30 p.m.
you may pick up a copy at the community center or access it on
the City's website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Select Transportation to medical and dental appointments in Brooklyn
parks & recreation, recreation activities, Boomers & Beyond Center or North Memorial Hospital and their affiliated clinics.
Activities. We invite you to read SPARE TIMES and explore A donation of $3 and $5 per round trip is suggested.
what Brooklyn Center has to offer you.
AFTERNOON VIVACE! CONCERT SERIES
Transportation from Brooklyn Center Community Center is
provided for adults 60 years and older to these free concerts SENIOR LINKAGE LINE
performed by professional musicians, music faculty, or Make your life easier
outstanding students. There is a requested $4 donation for the A free telephone information- and - assistance service
round trip transportation provided by 5 Cities Transportation for senior adults and their families. Don't know what to ask?
program. Refreshment costs are on your own. Jan. 11, Don't know what's available? We can help by calling 1-800 -
Landmark Center Courtroom Concert. Lunch or dessert at 333 -2433. You can talk to a person who can help you assess
Anita's. Feb. 2, MacPhail Center for Performing Arts, at your situation and introduce you to the resources available in
MacPhail Center. Lunch follows at Milda's at 1:20 p.m. your own community. Calls are absolutely free of charge,
Participants receive individual checks including tax and gratuity although there may be a charge for services you are referred to.
for their meal. Mar. 24, MN Sinfonia at Basilica of St. Mary. Calls are answered from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Some
Prudence –A Class Act! Local vocalist joins the orchestra days experience a high volume of calls; be prepared to leave
performing an American Folk Song Suite. Bus pick up at your area code, telephone number & a message. Someone will
Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6 or more people. If be happy to return your call as soon as possible. Messages can
minimum is not met, you may choose Robbinsdale or Crystal be left 24 hours a day or e -mail us at
pick up. To register for the concerts, call 763 -531 -1259 at least senior. linkage(cbstate. mn. us . This is a service of the
one week in advance; space is limited. Minnesota Board on Aging.
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Boomers & Beyond Activities continued
SOCIAL GROUPS
The groups meet at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Call 763 -569 -3405 for more information.
Transportation is available through Five Cities for Leisure Time & Brooklyn Suppers. See Transportation on page 16.
LEISURE TIME DROP -IN BROOKLYN SUPPERS
We invite adults 60 and over to join us on Wednesdays from Wanted, hungry friendly persons on the 3rd
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Come, bring your lunch and have a Friday night of each month Jan. through May &
fun afternoon. Coffee & tea provided. Everyone contributes September through November. All persons 60
$1 /week to the kitty, which pays for supplies, refreshments & years and older are welcome with advanced
prizes. Birthdays are celebrated the I' Wednesday of each paid reservation. Evening includes a delicious
month with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone dinner, entertainment, special activities —
except those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The Bingo, cards, or movies. Pay an optional $5 for
2 nd Wednesday is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two top the Frequent Supper Saver and receive a $1
scores, non - player and a drawing. The last Wednesday discount off each dinner you attend. Join us!
features "Crazy" Progressive 500. Partners are not required to Paid reservations due at least 4 days before
play cards. each dinner. Social at 5:30 p.m. Additional information will
MEN'S "OVER 55" DROP -IN also be in SPARE TIMES. NEW — You can now sign up
for the monthly dinners and the Frequent Supper Saver
If you are interested in getting together informally with other with Visa or MasterCard either by phone or in person at
guys, drop in on Mondays from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the the community center. Please make check payable to City
Brooklyn Center Community Center. Come play Buck of Brooklyn Center. Registration Fee $6.00 /with Frequent
Euchre, similar to 500. Informal instruction by the men is Supper Saver; $7.00 /without Super Supper Saver.
available. Participants welcome to start other table games too. # Day Date Time Location
Or visit the coin operated game room and play pool, air 555 Fri. Jan. 19 5:30 p.m. Community Center
hockey or video games. Vending 556 Fri. Feb. 16 5:30 p.m. Community Center
machines offer candy, beverages and 557 Fri. Mar. 16 5:30 p.m. Community Center
snack items. Hosted by volunteers.
Questions, call Roger, 763 -560 -0379; Earl
763 -561 -2590; Kathy 763 -569 -3405.
FREE HELP FOR BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES Free screening is done at the following areas:
No Income Limits! West Fire Station
Confidential, Free Assistance & No Sales 6250 Brooklyn Blvd.
Tuesday – Friday, 8 – 10 p.m.
One hour appointments – The second Wednesday of the month Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
at 9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 a.m. Call Kathy 763 -569 -3405 to
schedule your appointment. Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Any Medicare beneficiary is eligible for this free service which First Wednesday of the month, 10 – 11 a.m.
answers any Medicare questions.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
For Example: If you enjoy reading, join in on our fun drop in
• Choosing the best supplement health insurance book discussions. The group is sponsored by
• Understanding Medicare Part D the cities of Brooklyn Center, Robbinsdale and
Low Income Options P Crystal and is open to anyone regardless of
• Sorting out medical and hospital bills 0 where they live. We meet at Robbinsdale City
• Medicare coverage for a given service Hall, 4100 Lakeview Ave. N from 1 -2:30 p.m.
• Appeals If you have any questions or are interested in coming, call
• Medical assistance Kathy at 763 -569 -3405. On Jan. 2, the book to be discussed is
The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. Feb. 6, the
Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with a Volunteer discussion will be The Blessing Stone by Barbara Wood. On
health insurance counselor from Senior Community Services Mar. 6, the book is Blackbird House by Alice Hoffman. We
here at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. In addition, host another "Meet the Author" series on April 3 with Monica
caregivers or family members are welcome to schedule an Ferris, author of Crewel World. For this event there will be a $2
appointment for Medicare beneficiaries. Call Kathy at 763 -569- admission and refreshments will be provided. Please make a
3405 to schedule your individual appointment. Co- sponsored reservation for this date by calling 763 -531 -1274. New
with the Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation & participants are always welcome to any of the monthly
Services Department. discussions and "Meet the Author" series.
Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Boomers & Beyond Activities continued
WITH SENIORS IN MIND BC BRUNCHERS
On Mar. 13 there will be a lecture at the MN History Center. Join the "bunch" for lunch at Brooklyn Center
Afterwards, browse the exhibits, eat lunch, & shop. Lectures local area restaurants every other month on the
are free; if you wish to tour History Center exhibits, there is $6 fourth Friday. A great time to get together to
admission fee. Bring a bag lunch or enjoy a 10% discount at relax and visit with old acquaintances or meet
Cafe MN & museum stores. Program information was not new. Save Feb. 23 and April 27; restaurants to
available at the time of this publication. Information will be be determined. Individual checks including tax
available on our website and in Spare Times. Bus picks up at and gratuity will be available for our "bunch." Each person
the Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6 or more people. wishing to go must call and reserve a spot in advance. Pick -up
If the minimum is not met, participants will be given the choice times will be from 10:15 – 10:55 a.m. Future "Brunch Bunch"
of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up. Approximate time 9 a.m. - outings will be published in upcoming City Watch brochures,
2:15 p.m. Registration deadline is Tuesday before each trip. Spare Times and the 5 Cities Transportation schedule.
NATURE OF THINGS FORUM AND THE FORK
Jan. 25, "Hurricane on the Bayou" - Omni Theater An inspiring day starts with an organ concert and lecture at the
at the MN Science Museum. The Louisiana Bayou Westminster Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis. Followed by
and City of New Orleans are rapidly and sadly lunch at a local favorite restaurant. Many of the guest speakers
eroding into the sea, leaving the region vulnerable to are nationally known and are brought in for this series. Program
hurricanes. A rousing soundtrack filled with the New Orleans information was not available at the time of this publication.
blues and gospel spirituals accompanies this awe - inspiring film Information will be available on our website and in Spare
as citizens recount how their lives were dramatically affected Times. Bus picks up at the Brooklyn Center Community Center
by the experience of Hurricane Katrina. The Omni fee is $5.50, With 6 or more people. If the minimum is not met, participants
registration deadline Jan. 10. On Mar. 22, Sap to Syrup & will be given the choice of a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up.
Hotcakes Too! At Eastman Nature Center, feast on pancakes Approximate time 10:35 a.m. - 3 p.m.
and sausage smothered in syrup. Step into the past to discover TREASURE SEEKERS
the sweet history of maple syrup. A slide show provides a Love searching for that "gotta have" treasure? Join us
visual journey from tree to table. Stroll through the sugar bush on Fri., Jan. 5 when we return to Antiques MN in
to taste and gather sap and see it turn into syrup in the steaming Burnsville. April 6 brings us to downtown Stillwater
cauldron. Dress for a 30 min. outdoor stroll. The fee is $12, shops to look for the latest "treasures" and other great
registration deadline Feb. 28. Information and registration for stuff. Lunch on your own. Bus picks up at the
both programs, call Crystal Community Center, 763 -531 -0052. Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6 or more
TUESDAY EXPLORERS people. If the minimum is not met, participants will be given
the choice of a Crystal pick up. Reservation deadline is
On Feb. 6, tour the new Minneapolis Public Library. We will
Friday before each trip. Approximate time 9:25 a.m. - 2 p.m.
arrive in time for you to have coffee. Morning coffee and lunch
is on your own. Lunch location to be determined. Reservation For the trips listed above and to the left, 5 Cities
deadline is Tues. before the trip. Bus picks up at the Brooklyn Transportation Program provides transportation. To register,
Center Community Center with 6 or more people. If the call 763 -531 -1259. A transportation donation of $4 or one
minimum is not met, participants will be given the choice of a punch card pass is requested or each trip. Space limited on all
Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up. Approximate time 9 a.m. – trips.
2:30 p.m.
DONUT MAKE YOU WONDER?
i Join us on the third Wednesday of the month for interesting informative programs, juice, coffee, and, you guessed it,
donuts at Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N from 10 -11:30 a.m. Sponsored by the Cities of Brooklyn
Center, Crystal, New Hope, Robbinsdale and Senior Services of District 281. Program fee is $2 payable at the door but
you must register in advance so there are enough refreshments for everyone. Call 763 - 569 -3405 to register for this
educational opportunity by the Thursday before. 4
January 17 — A.C. Carlson
He's back! Longtime business owner and motivational speaker
A.C. Carlson will be back to inspire you with more thoughts on
feeling good about you! March 21— Ventriloquist Presentation
Kevin Doely, pastor at House of Hope
February 21— Minnesota Treasures: Stories Behind Lutheran Church in New Hope, MN is an
the State's Historic Places accomplished ventriloquist. Audiences are
Denis P. Gardner is a historian, writer, and photographer who laughing out loud at Kevin's life -like figures
has documented properties for the National Register of Historic and puppets. He uses a blend of comedy,
Places. Gardner will present slides, history, and stories from storytelling, music, and audience participation
Minnesota historic sites noted in his award winning book, to entertain while teaching valuable lessons.
Minnesota Treasures: Stories Behind the State's Historic
Places.
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y0UTH ACTIVIT111
GYMNASTICS PROGRAM
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed using a skill progression of classes designed to
provide participants a safe, comfortable advancement in gymnastics. Most students participate in a class two to
three times before progressing to the next level. Through years of experience, we have found our children's
classes including gymnastics are conducted more smoothly when not being observed by parents. Children, as
well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their peers in a recreation setting. Parents are welcome to
attend the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short demonstration. Schedules will be mailed. If you have
questions about where to place your child, call Sue at 763 -569 -3406.
PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS BEGINNING GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
For children ages 3'/2 - 5. (Children must be 3' /� by January 27, For girls in grades 1 -4 who have had little or no gymnastics
2007 and toilet trained in order to register.) Gymnastics experience and kindergarten girls who have completed at least
exercises are designed to improve child's motor skills & two preschool gymnastics sessions with Brooklyn Center.
coordination. Tumbling and an introduction to balance beam, Learn basic tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers
bars, and vault. Must be able to do all skills before advancing to and headstands. Simple skills on the beam, vault and uneven
Preschool II. Ratio 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee bars will also be taught. Registration Fee $30.00/7 Sessions.
$28.00/7 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructors Tammy #100; Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy & Chrissy #104; Tammy &
Nikki #101. Nikki #105.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
100 Sat. Jan. 27 9:50 a.m. North View 104 Sat. Jan. 27 10:40 a.m. North View
101 Thurs. Feb. 8 6:30 p.m. North View 105 Thurs. Feb. 8 7:20 p.m. North View
PRESCHOOL I11KINDERGARTEN GYMNASTICS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
Preschool children ages 4 and up who have passed Preschool I For girls in grades 1 -5 who have either passed Beginning
Gymnastics and kindergarten children with little or no Gymnastics For Girls or can do the following skills: Tumbling -
gymnastics experience. Children are taught more advanced forward and backward roll, cartwheel, headstand; Beam - walk
moves on the low balance beam, tumbling and bars. Ratio 8 forward and back, front support and mount, squat turn, forward
students /instructor. Registration Fee $28.00/7 Sessions. Classes roll; Vault - straddle, hip squat; Bars - back hip circle, single
45 min. Instructors Chrissy #102; Tammy #103. leg cut, pull over to front support. Registration Fee $30.00/7
# Day Begins Time Location Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy & Chrissy.
102 Sat. Jan. 27 9:50 a.m. North View # Day Begins Time Location
103 Thurs. Feb. 8 6:30 p.m. North View 106 Sat. Jan. 27 11:45 a.m. North View
TAEKWONDO FOR KIDS (Korean Karate) AFTER SCHOOL FUN SQUAD.
This program is structured to teach children the Looking for something fun to do after school? Join Fun Squad!
understanding of respect and discipline while learning School bus transportation is provided home; limited stops.
basic Taekwondo. For ages 4 -12. Uniform is not Grades 1 -6. A pool party is part of the fun. Don't miss it! Flyers
required. Loose fitting clothing is acceptable. Classes sent home with your children from school.
are not progressive. Registration Fee $50.00/6 Sessions. Classes FUN SQUAD PROGRAM SPECIALISTS
50 min. Instructors are from World Taekwondo Academy in Fair Oaks Ms. Mersereau 763 -533 -2246
Osseo. Registration accepted immediately for Taekwondo. Garden City Mrs. Tamura 763 -561 -9768
# Day Begins Time Location Palmer Lake Mr. Bergerson/Ms. Koch 763 -561 -1930
107 Thurs. Jan. 4 6:30 p.m. North View
108 Thurs. Mar. 8 6:30 p.m. North View
FUNTASTIC FITNESS
SKATING RINKS Funtastic Fitness is about fitness, fun and kids.
Join others to learn how you can be fit and healthy while
Without Warming Houses having fun! We will exercise your muscles, play some fun
- The ice on these skating rinks will be games & meet some new friends. This class is for children in
maintained only. No supervision. grades 1 -5. Come dressed in comfortable clothes and shoes and
get ready to move your body! Registration Fee $15.0015
Bellvue Park, 55 & Aldrich Avenue Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Cindy. Parents note:
Central West Park, 63 & Brooklyn Drive Included with the registration fee, you will receive a one time
Evergreen Park, 72 & Bryant Avenue complimentary pass for the community center exercise room
Grandview Park, 59 Humboldt Avenue which can be used while your child is in class. Exercise room
Kylawn Park, 61 & Kyle Avenue offers complete fitness equipment for cardiovascular & strength
Northport Park, 55 & Sailor Lane conditioning. You may purchase additional punch cards.
West Palmer Park, 72 " & # Day Begins Time Location
Palmer Lake Drive
109 Sat. Jan. 20 9:45 a.m. Community Center
Willow Lane Park, 69 & Orchard Avenue 110 Sat. March 3 9:45 a.m. Community Center
Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Youth Activities continued
BROOKLYN CENTER BROOKLYN AREA
AMERICAN LITTLE LEAGUE BABE RUTH BASEBALL
Sian-Up Dates Sign -Un Dates
Saturdays, February 24, March 3, & March 10 from 10:00 a.m. Saturdays, February 24, March 3 & }
– 1:00 p.m.; and Thursday, March 29, 6 -8:00 p.m. at Brooklyn 10, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at
Center Community Center. Registration will also be available at Brooklyn Center Community Center
Brooklyn Park Community Center on Feb. 24, March 3 & 10 and Brooklyn Park Community
and online at www.eteamz.com/bcafl. If you have Center. Wednesday, March 7 from
questions regarding the program, call Tim at 763- 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Park
561 -1342. Community Center.
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T -Ball For Ades 5 -7 & Baseball For Ages 7 -12 City Leagues
Participant's birthdate must be between May 1, This is the traditional in- house
1994 and April 30, 2002. League age is determined program. There is a prep league for ages 13 and a junior league
by your age on April 30 of the current year. Bring to for ages 14 and 15 playing together. Players evaluated as they
registration: Medical information, proof of residence, birth come into the program for the first time and drafted onto a
certificate, and three checks (one for registration, uniform team.
deposit and volunteer deposit.)
Travel Teams
Boundaries Include The Followina Schools Players that register are eligible to try out for the travel team at
Birch Grove, Crestview, Edinbrook, Evergreen Park, Fair Oaks, their age level. Number of teams at each age level (13- 14 -15)
Garden City, Jackson Middle, Monroe, Oxbow (south of 109), depend on number of players that register to try out for each
Palmer Lake, Park Brook, Riverview, Woodland and group. League will sponsor teams at the A- travel level and B-
Zanewood. (Boundary map available at registration.) travel level. Candidates go through a skill tryout procedure,
where hitting, throwing, catching and running are tested. This is
phase 1. Players are placed on teams and play a ten game spring
league as phase 2 of the travel team tryout procedure. No player
is placed on a travel team until spring league is over.
BROOKLYN CENTER Independent evaluators, league coaches and managers, using
NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE league criteria may judge players. Tryouts conducted each year;
Sian -Up Dates players must tryout each year.
Saturdays, February 24, March 3, & March 10 from 10:00 a.m. Ages 16,17 & 18
– 1:00 p.m.; and Thursday, March 29, 6 -8:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Teams made up of age 16 are entered into VFW, Mickey
Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Mantle & Babe Ruth programs. Teams made up of ages 17 -18
Questions, call Penny at 763 -561 -5861 or Bob at 763 -561- are entered into Babe Ruth & American Legion programs.
5871.
There is added opportunity for this group to play in the MYAS
T -Ball Aaes 5 -7; Baseball Aaes 7 -12 senior baseball division.
Boys and girls ages 5 -12 with birthdates
40 between May 1, 1994 and April 30, 2002. Information
Ron 763 - 424 -2024 — Ages 13 -15, House Leagues
Softball Ages 7 -18 Kent 763 -536 -8422 — House Leagues
Boys and gates between January Steve 763 -566 -8966 — Ages 16 -18, Senior Baseball
girls with birthd
1, 1988 and December 31, 1999. Dave 763 -560 -6001 —Ages 10 -15, Travel Leagues
Website: www.eteamz.com/babr.
Baseball Boundaries
Brooklyn Center residents attending Earle Brown, Northport,
Lakeview and 6 graders attending Sandburg Middle School.
Minneapolis residents living 53 Ave N south to Dowling Ave., Brooklyn Center National Little League
Mississippi River west to Penn Ave. "CHALLENGER CUBS"
Baseball for Special Needs
Softball Boundaries Boys & girls, ages 5 -18. Challenger is for any child
Any Brooklyn Center or Minneapolis residents; see above. who is mentally or physically disabled. Challenger
uses the Buddy system to help with throwing,
Registration Fees batting, running the bases, or whatever help is
Baseball/Softball ages 7 -12 $65 first child, $40 each additional needed. This program will be held on Monday
child living in the same household; T -Ball $30 first child, $20 nights, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center
each additional child living in the same household; Jr /Sr National Little League fields. For information on
Softball ages 13 -18 $75 per player. If it is your first time becoming a player or a buddy, contact Bob or
registering in the National Little League program, birth Sandy at 763 -566 -4347.
certificate required.
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roln ese programs there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play.
on runs June 11 -July 26. All programs 1 hour. In case of rainouts, due to financial and time aints, only one practice or game will be made up.
re are a minimum & maximum number per location. If registration minimum has not been a location could be canceled. If this should occur, you will have the option of transferring
d to another location or receiving a refund.
icipants 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. Soccer participants should wear shin guards.
• Adult volunteer coaches needed to assist staff instructors /coaches. If interested, call 763 - 569 -3405 for
information.
• Evergreen Football Field — 71" & Dupont; Kylawn Park — 61 & Kyle; Northport Soccer Field — 55 & Sailor
Lane; Earle Brown Sch Field/Grandview Soccer Field — 59` & Humboldt; Garden City Park — 3501 65 Ave.
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.
T -BALL JUNIOR SOFTBALL
Going into kindergarten in fall `07 & `08. This is for Grades 3 -5 as of fall `07. An instructional program with
kids who like to run, jump, throw, play games & emphasis on mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding.
have FUN! LEARN the basic fundamentals of Majority of time will be playing softball. Have fun while
softball, good sportsmanship & play related skill games & continuing to develop softball skills. Registration Fee $45.00.
relays. Registration Fee $45.00. # Days Begins Time Location
# Days Begins Time Location 122 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West
113 M &W June 11 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn West 123 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West
114 M &W June 11 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn West
115 M &W June 11 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Kylawn East
116 M &W June 11 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Kylawn East Based on the number of participants last summer, junior
softball and softball teams may play one or two games
T -BALL BUDDIES against each other. For these games only, players from the
See description above. Same skills as T -Ball except teams will be divided according to age and size to form new
they get assistance from their adult buddy. Buddies 0 1 teams for the evening.
stand behind their child in the field and assist in all
skill development. Coaches teach skills & help if SOFTBALL
you aren't sure. Buddies can be a parent, relative or friend. Grades 4 -8 in fall `07 who have played softball and know the
Minimum age for adult buddies 18. Buddies should attend at skills. Youth in grades 6 — 8 who have not had experience may
least 10 of the 12 sessions. Registration Fee $45.00. also sign up. Coaches will review the first night. Games
# Days Begins Time Location scheduled the remaining weeks. Registration Fee $45.00.
117 M &W June 11 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Garden City # Days Begins Time Location
124 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Garden City
"KIDS" INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL 125 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Garden City
Grades 1 or 2 as of fall `07. Children will have FUN while
LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork and the
fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $45.00.
# Days Begins Time Location
118 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Kylawn East
119 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Kylawn East
120 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 3- Garden City
121 M &W June 11 7:10 p.m. Team 4- Garden City
No youth softball programs Monday, July 3.
Little Kickers, Kickin' Kids I, Kickin' Kids II and Soccer programs on page 22.
Recreation Brochure 21 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Youth Sports Program — Summer continued
If your child wishes to be on the same team as another GOI�UNT�y
child, please sign up for the same team.
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other parks when games begin.
LITTLE KICKERS
Going into kindergarten in fall `07 & `08. Program is COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY RENTALS
noncompetitive, featuring drills & activities for our "Little
Kickers" to develop basic skills of soccer. It also offers positive Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building
coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played five on five, with and alcohol is not permitted. Two rooms are available for a
everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee $45.00. variety of functions. To find out more about fees and
# Days Begins Time Location availability, call Tara 763 -569 -3470. Room set -up, including
126 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen tables and chairs are included in the rental fee. For group pool
127 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen rental information, call Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
128 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 3- Grandview
129 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 4- Grandview Constitution Hall
130 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 5- Northport Constitution Hall is available for business and non - profit group
131 T &TH June 12 6:00 p.m. Team 6- Northport meetings and private functions. This room is a great place to
host a family reunion, wedding reception, shower, graduation or
KICKIN' KIDS I anniversary party. The building may also be reserved for
Grades 1 -2 as of fall `07. This instructional program is designed overnight functions. Room set -up, P.A.
for children to have FUN while LEARNING the fundamentals system, and use of the remodeled kitchen
of soccer. The program will be filled with many fun activities are included in the rental fee. This unique
so "kids" can learn the basic skills needed to play soccer and room can accommodate up to 192 persons
games will be played in July. Registration Fee $45.00. as with banquet style seating and 250 for
# Days Begins Time Location theater style.
132 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Evergreen
133 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Evergreen Philip Q. Cohen Community Room
134 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 3 -EB School The Cohen Community Room is located on the upper level of
135 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 4 -EB School the community center and is available for small group
KICKIN' KIDS II functions. (Access to this level is by
Grades 3 -5 as of fall `07. Participants in this fun elevator or stairs.) Room capacity for
instructional program will review and work on theatre style seating is 70, classroom style
mastering the fundamentals of soccer. Majority of at 30 and banquet style 50. Included in the
time spent playing soccer games. Registration Fee $45.00. usage fee is a small service kitchen with
# Days Begins Time Location sink, refrigerator and coffee pots.
136 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Grandview
137 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Grandview Photographs of the banquet facilities are available on the city's
138 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 3- Evergreen website at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Click on Parks &
139 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 4- Evergreen Recreation, click on Community Center and select Facility
Rentals. Also available online is a facility rental inquiry form.
Based on number of participants last summer, Kickin' II & Please fill out the form and click the submit button. A staff
Soccer teams may play one or two games against each other. member will contact you with room availability.
For these games only, players from the teams will be divided
according to age and size to form new teams for the evening.
SOC
Grades 4 8 as of fall `07 who have previously played soccer & F 6301 RAM & CLASS LOCATIONS
know the skills. The first night coaches will do a quick review Community Center
of skills followed by a scrimmage. Remaining weeks spent Shingle Creek Parkway
playing soccer games. Registration Fee $45.00.
# Days Begins Time Location Schools
140 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 1- Northport Fair Oaks – 5600 65 Avenue N
141 T &TH June 12 7:10 p.m. Team 2- Northport Garden City – 3500 65 Avenue N
North View Junior High – 69 & Zane Avenue
SOCCER PREP CAMP Palmer Lake – 7300 W Palmer Lake Drive
For grades 6 -8. This camp is ideal for participants who have
never played before or wish additional skill development before The Crossinp-sBrookwood
season begins. Camp 2 hours. Registration Fee $8.00/1 Session. 6201 N Lilac Drive
# Day Date Time Location
142 Sat. June 9 10:00 a.m. Evg. Football Field Earle Brown Terrace
No soccer programs Thursday, June 22 &Tuesday, July 4.
6100 Summit Drive N
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Community Bulletin Board continued
Brooklyn Center's 96 Birthday Celebration TARGET CENTER EVENTS
Get tickets for these great events! The Cities of Brooklyn
Center, Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and New Hope
have joined together to offer great ticket deals for these
C� upcoming events. Tickets are available for children and adults
of all ages! Reservations for lower level reserved seating
tickets are now in progress. Tickets may be ordered over
�► a the phone with Visa or MasterCard by calling 763-569 -
3400.
A minimum number of tickets need to be sold to ensure this
group rate. If this minimum is not met, you will be contacted.
(In past years, the minimum has always been met.) Ticket
B rooklyn Pick -Up: Approximately seven days before the performance
date, you will be notified when the tickets arrive at the
C enter Brooklyn Center Community Center. Participants provide their
own transportation. Please arrive at the Target Center '/z hour
early.
Saturday, February 3, 2007
Earle Brown Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Dr Sesame Street Live presents Elmo Makes Music
Tickets available for Saturday, January 27. Jenny, an
5:30 p.m. Social enthusiastic new music teacher, arrives on Sesame Street only
6:30 p.m. Dinner to discover that her instruments are missing. Jenny's new
8:00 p.m. Program & Entertainment Muppet friends quickly come to the rescue and discover
"instruments" they never knew existed ...rubber duckies, trash
RESERVATION INFORMATION can lids and even cookie jars. Elmo and friends teach children
Cost: $32.00. Paid reservations in person or by mail at the that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together.
Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Performance time is 10:30 a.m. The cost is $16 per person.
Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 or by phone with Visa Children age one and older need a ticket. Reserve your tickets
or MasterCard at 763 -569 -3400. Make check payable to City of now. January 3, registration deadline. Event #659.
Brooklyn Center. Reservation deadline is January 21, space
permitting. Disney on Ice presents Princess Wishes
Saturday, March 10. Tinker Bell represents
SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS _ the magic of Disney, as she whisks you
WITH DISABILITIES through a collection of enchanting and
CEAP offers chore service and meals on wheels to eligible r ' beloved Disney stories. Join Ariel as she
individuals who are over 60 and any person of any age with a yearns to explore the world above the waves.
disability living in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, North See Snow White find her one true love.
Mpls /Camden area, 44th Ave N on up and Champlin. , Discover a whole new world with Jasmine.
Volunteers deliver hot meals at noon Monday — Friday. Call And, watch in wonder as the dreams of Cinderella, Belle, Aurora and Mulan all come true.
Robin for information. The Handy Works Senior Chore performance time 3:00 p.m. The cost is $21 per person.
Program includes snow removal, minor home repairs, and
housekeeping and clean up. Workers are independent Children two and older need a ticket. February 12, reservation
contractors who are screened and whose references are deadline. Event #661.
thoroughly checked. Their name is added to our list of workers
and referred to you when you call Sharon for service at 763- Harlem Globetrotters
566 -9600. You pay the worker when the job is completed. The Saturday, April 14. There is `nothing like' the
rate is $12 per hour. Applications are being taken for snow Harlem Globetrotters on the basketball court. From
removal workers. ball - handling magic and gravity- defying dunks to
ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY crowd interaction and good old family fun, the
EDUCATION ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS Globetrotters unique brand of basketball has left
and audiences in
as
opponents around the world gasping The Robbinsdale Community Education Center/Windows of
Opportunity program offers recreation, education and support applauding. Having delighted over 124 million fans
programs and classes for adults with disabilities. For in 118 countries -you won't want to miss the show! As an added
information, call 763 -504 -8390 or for hearing impaired use the bonus, you are invited to enter the doors early for a pre -game
MN Relay Service by dialing 711. session of 'Globetrotter University' chalk talk (11:30 a.m. —
Noon) where you'll have an opportunity to learn from some of
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are these world —class athletes! Game time is 1 p.m. The cost is $21
served by the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice.) Per person. Children age two and older need a ticket. March
19, reservation deadline. Event #660.
Recreation Brochure 23 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
ADAPTIVE RECREATION
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" recreation
programs. A minimum of two weeks prior notice is requested. For information and registration procedures, call Becca 952-
988 -4178 or Tara at 952 - 988 -4176.
Kid -Fu Weekend Ventures for Adults & Teens
For boys & girls ages 5 -12. This popular six -week Two great getaway weekends are offered, one for adults & one
martial arts program is just for kids. Come learn the for teens (13 -21). We will stay in a Bloomington Hotel and
moves of Jackie Chan & Bruce Lee! Wear casual, explore the Mall of America. Weekends are Feb. 23
loose fitting clothing. Begins the week of January 17 for teens and Feb. 23 or Mar. 2 for adults. Don't miss
at Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34"' Ave N. Registration fee out! Cost is $350. Call Becca for the exciting details.
is $40/6 weeks. Call Tara for more information.
Wednesday Night Social
Youth & Teen Bowling Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a
Join your friends for America's favorite sport! For youth ages group of people? Come join us Wednesdays for a variety of fun
5 -12 and teens ages 13 -21. Youth and teens will play & exciting events & activities. Meet at Crystal Community
separately. Bowl Saturdays at Doyle's, 5000 W Broadway, Center, 4800 Douglas Dr and other locations, 6:30 -8:30 p.m.,
Crystal. You bowl two games each Sat. from Jan. 20 — Mar. 10, Jan. 17 — Mar. 7. Fee $37 with ratio of 1 staff /10 participants.
Noon — 2 p.m. League fee $30 plus $3 for each week bowled.
On The Town I
Friday Night Fun and Dance Group is specifically for young adults, ages 18 -25 who are
For ages 13 -21. Beginning Jan. 19, learn some great dance independent & would like to explore their community. Meets
moves and have fun socializing. This group will meet for four every other Fri. evening beginning Jan. 19. Cost $15 plus
nights for dance classes and three social events. Dance are held additional evening fee depending on activity.
at Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34 Ave N. The fee is $35
plus additional fees for some social activities. On The Town U
Saturday Girls Club Want to experience some area nightlife? Come party on
Join other girls ages 13 -17 for fun & social skill development. Saturday nights! This social group is for adults ages 26 -50
This club is designed for girls who are independent in their living independently or semi independently who need minimal
personal care & can manage their own behavior. We meet Jan. supervision. We meet twice a month beginning Sat., Jan. 20.
27, Feb. 24 & Mar. 31. The fee is $35. Cost is $15 plus an additional evening fee depending on the
activity.
Adult Bowling Basketball
Join your friends for America's favorite sport! Bowl Saturdays, Adults 18 & over. Join our fun non - competitive skill building
Jan. 20 — Mar. 10, Noon — 2 p.m. at Doyle's Bowling Alley, team on Thurs. nights Jan. 4 — Mar. 22. We meet 6:30 — 8 p.m.
5000 W Broadway, Crystal or Sundays, Jan. 21 —Mar. 11, 6:30 at Sandburg Middle School, 2400 Sandburg Lane, Golden
— 8:30 p.m. at Earle Brown Bowl, 6440 James Circle N, Valley. Have fun and improve your skills! The fee is $30.
Brooklyn Center. Each week bowl 2 games. In addition to $30
league fee there is a weekly $3 at Doyles & $4 at Earle Brown. 15` Annual Bowl- A -Thon
This special event which will be held on a
Indoor Walking Saturday in March. Join REACH staff, friends and
Join this recreational walking group to improve your fitness & other participants for our annual "fun" fundraiser.
explore the community. Walkers meet at various indoor sites on There will be plenty of prizes and fun!
Tues., Jan. 16 — Mar. 6, 6:30 — 8 p.m. Participation fee is $25. Participants must raise a minimum in pledges in order to bowl.
Dances Call for information and a pledge packet.
Adults ages 18 and older can come and enjoy a great evening of Take Five Respite
DJ music & dancing. On Mar. 2, dance from 7 — 9 p.m. at For ages 14 -22. Would you like to do something during winter
Plymouth Creek Center, 14800 34 Ave N. Pay $4 at the door; break? Join our respite to meet new friends, experience
pre - registration not required. Staff is welcome to stay at no recreation activities and get out of the house! Transportation
cost. Call 952- 988 -4177 for additional dates and locations. can be provided within a specific area for an added fee.
Adult Super Bowl Party! Program meets Tues. — Fri., Dec. 26 -29, 9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Come join us on Sun., Feb. 4 for the most popular game Call Tara for information.
of the year! Refreshment and football prizes are all part Teens Social Enjoyment
of the festivities. Party at Brookview Grill, 200 Brookview A new group for teens on the Autism Spectrum. Call Tara for
Parkway in Golden Valley, 5 -9 p.m. Fee $6 by pre - registration. more information.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 24 Recreation Brochure
AQUATIC ACTIVIT1111
Indicate your child's swim level on registration form. If you have questions about swim activities or
what level to place your child, call Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
All classes on pages 25 -27 are held at the community center.
IWIM U1110H UVILI PRESCHOOL AND
The American Red Cross Swimming CHILDREN SWIM
LESSONS
Program follows the SIX level American Red Cross classes
approach Learn to Swim Program. for children 4 years of age and
Please refer to the level descriptions older. Some children may be tested the first day to ensure
and choose the level that best fits correct swim level. Classes have an average ratio of 5 students/
your child's ability. instructor. Parents do not accompany child in water.
Registration Fee $42.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Welcome to our exciting program! # Day Begins Time Level
400 Tues. Jan. 16 5:10 p.m. 1 -5
401 Tues. Jan. 16 5:45 p.m. 1 -5
Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills 402 Tues. Jan. 16 6:20 p.m. 1 -5
Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath 403 Tues. Jan. 16 6:55 p.m. 1 -6
control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in 404 Tues. Jan. 16 7:30 p.m. 1 -6
water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. 405 Wed. Jan. 17 4:45 p.m. 1 -4
406 Wed. Jan. 17 5:20 p.m. 2 -6
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills 407 Wed. Jan. 17 6:00 p.m. 1 -3
Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl along 408 Thurs. Jan. 18 5:10 p.m. 1 -5
with rhythmic breathing. Students must pass level 1 or be able 409 Thurs. Jan. 18 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 410 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:20 p.m. 1 -5
to float on their front and back independently.
411 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:55 p.m. 1 -6
412 Thurs. Jan. 18 7:30 p.m. 1 -6
Level 3: Stroke Development 413 Sat. Jan. 20 9:00 a.m. 1 -6
Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development 414 Sat. Jan. 20 9:35 a.m. 1 -5
with front and back crawl. The butterfly kick and body motion 415 Sat. Jan. 20 10:10 a.m. 1 -5
are introduced. Treading water and dives are introduced. Must 416 Sat. Jan. 20 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
have the ability to swim 20 yards with both front and back
crawl.
LIL' TOTS SWIM LESSONS
Level 4' Stroke Improvement Check out this class for your littlest
Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke, butterfly, swimmer! For children ages 3 -4. A great start to lessons! Class is
back crawl, and elementary backstroke, along with safety specifically designed for your little
skills and sidestroke kick. Students develop endurance and needs.
and level n
one's comfort le
confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to swim *Class #'s 417, O l & n may
40 yards with both front & back crawl.
swim before or after their lesson. Limited to 4 participants per
class. Classes 30 min.
Level 5: Stroke Refinement Once a week $50.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim
Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back # Day Begins Time
crawl and demonstrate the sidestroke. Students coordinate and 417* Tues. Jan. 16 1:00 P.M.
refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front crawl, 418* Fri. Jan. 19 11:00 a.m.
back crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke. They will Once a week $42.00/10 Lessons
also work on flip turns, open turns, and dives. 419 Tues. Jan. 16 5:10 p.m.
420 Tues. Jan. 16 6:20 p.m.
Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency 421 Thurs. Jan. 18 5:10 p.m.
Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke and sidestroke; 75 yards 422 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:20 p.m.
of front & back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with 423 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:55 p.m.
more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. 424 Sat. Jan. 20 9:35 a.m.
Students will work on strokes focusing on being able to 425 Sat. Jan. 20 10:10 a.m.
complete 500 yards of continuous swimming using all strokes 426 Sat. Jan. 20 10:45 a.m.
learned in previous levels including turns, survival floats, and Once a week $45.00/9 Lessons with Extended Swim
feet first surface dives. 427* Mon. Jan. 22 10:30 a.m.
428* Mon. Jan. 22 1:30 p.m.
Recreation Brochure 25 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
Aquatic Activities continued
PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN LESSONS SPRINGBOARD DIVING
Weekday Morning Extended Swim included in the cost of the Learn forward and back approaches, setting the
lessons. Minimum age 4. Students may swim between 9 a.m. – board for spring, terms, positions, and basic front
1 p.m. in the wading pool or with an adult in the shallow end of and back dives. Must be at level 4 swimming
the pool. Classes 30 min. ability. Registration Fee $42.00/10 Lessons.
Once a week $50.00110 Lessons with Extended Swim Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Level # Day Begins Time
429 Wed. Jan. 17 10:30 a.m. 1 -2 454 Thurs. Jan. 18 7:30 p.m.
430 Wed. Jan. 17 11:00 a.m. 1 -2 455 Sat. Jan. 20 10:45 a.m.
431 Fri. Jan. 19 11:30 a.m. 1 -2
432 Fri. Jan. 19 12:00 p.m. 1 -2 ADULT & SENIOR ADULT SWIM
Once a week $45.00/9 Lessons with Extended Swim LESSONS — BEGINNER
433 Mon. Jan. 22 9:30 a.m. 1 -2 Have you ever wanted to learn to swim? This is
434 Mon. Jan. 22 10:00 a.m. 1 -2 the class to help you gain confidence and basic skills. Men and
women ages 16 and up. The focus is on individual needs and
AFTERNOON CHILDREN SWIM f " "µ,_ everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. Registration Fee
LESSONS $42.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
For children ages 4 -18. Children may be # Day Begins Time
tested the first day to ensure correct swim 456 Tues. Jan. 16 7:30 p.m.
level. Extended swim is included in the cost of lessons. 457 Thurs. Jan. 18 7:30 p.m.
Students registered for afternoon lessons may swim before or 458 Sat. Jan. 20 9:35 a.m.
after their lesson. (Between the hours of 1:00 -5:30 p.m.) Note: ADULT & SENIOR ADULT SWIM
We will try to accommodate specific lesson times; there may be LESSONS — INTERMEDIATE
changes on first day of lessons due to level enrollment Classes A00%
30 min. Have you taken lessons before but would like to
Once a week $50.00110 Lessons with Extended Swim learn more advanced skills? Would you like to start building
# Day Begins Time Level your endurance? If you have taken our Beginner adult lessons
435 Tues. Jan. 16 1:30 p.m. 3 -5 you are now ready to try Intermediate. Men and women ages 16
436 Tues. Jan. 16 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 and up. The focus is on individual needs. Registration Fee
437 Tues. Jan. 16 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 $42.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
438 Tues. Jan. 16 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 # Day Begins Time
439 Tues. Jan. 16 4:00 p.m. 1 -4 459 Tues. Jan. 16 7:30 p.m.
440 Tues. Jan. 16 4:35 p.m. 1 -4
441 Thurs. Jan. 18 1:30 p.m. 3 -5 WOMEN ONLY ADULT
442 Thurs. Jan. 18 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 LESSONS A$
443 Thurs. Jan. 18 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 Would you like to learn to swim, but
444 Thurs. Jan. 18 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 are nervous to try? Women, this is the class for you!
445 Thurs. Jan. 18 4:00 p.m. 1 -4 Sign up with a friend and learn a fun new skill together! Learn
446 Thurs. Jan. 18 4:35 p.m. 1 -4 in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with a female instructor.
Once a week $45.00/9 Lessons with Extended Swim Registration Fee $42.00 /10 lessons. Classes 30 min.
447 Mon. Jan. 22 1:30 p.m. 1 -3 # Day Begins Time
448 Mon. Jan. 22 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 460 Thurs. Jan. 18 7:30 p.m.
449 Mon. Jan. 22 2:40 p.m. 4 -6
450 Mon. Jan. 22 3:15 p.m. 1 - 3 SENSATIONAL SWIMMING FOR TEENS
Are you between the ages of 11 -18 and want to learn how to
swim? This is the class for you! Join us and build your
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS confidence in the water. The focus is on individual needs and
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 18 everyone is welcome! Registration Fee $42.00/10 Lessons.
months – 3 years. One parent must accompany the child in the Classes 30 minutes.
water. Children must wear a swim diaper. Registration Fee # Day Begins Time
$42.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 461 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:55 p.m.
# Day Begins Time 462 Sat. Jan. 20 10:45 a.m.
451 Tues. Jan. 16 6:20 p.m.
452 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:20 p.m. COMPETITIVE -
453 Sat. Jan. 20 10:10 a.m.
For those who may be interested in joining
a swim team. Stroke analysis and –
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# Day Begins Time
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www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 26 Recreation Brochure
Aquatic Activities continued
RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS - By Arrangement
Want to work at a pool? This class, which emphasizes For all levels, children or adults. The focus is on individual
victim recognition, surveillance & equipment -based rescues is needs and we will design a lesson to help you be successful.
for you. Includes Standard First Aid & CPR for the Professional Minimum age is 6. Class ratio one student to one instructor.
Rescuer. Must be 15 years old by last day of class & pass pre- Missed lessons will not be made up. Request for private swim
course test. Class #464 meets 4 hours -Mon. Jan. 15, 22, 29, lessons may be made at www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org.
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 5:30 -9:30 p.m. Jan. 27 10:00 a.m.– 5 p.m. Class Under parks & recreation, select community center, swimming
#465 meets March 2, 6 -9 p.m., March 3, 10 a.m. -6:30 p.m., pool, swim lessons. Fill out the request form and select the
Mar. 4, 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Mar. 9, 6 -9 p.m. & Mar. 10, 10:00 a.m.- submit button. Registration Fee $15.00 for one 30 minute
6:30 p.m. Reg. Fee $180.00, includes book & pocket mask. lesson.
Class #464, no refunds after Jan. 8; class #465, no refunds after # Day Begins Time
Feb. 23. Class #464, registration accepted immediately. 474 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
# Day Begins Time ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
464 Mon. Jan. 15 5:30 p.m.
465 Varies March 2 Varies Scheduled and by arrangement times available for all ages with
physical or developmental disabilities. Ratio one student/one
GUARD START: LIFEGUARDING TOMORROW instructor. Missed lessons are not made up. Registration Fee
For ages 12 -14. Get a jump -start into Lifeguard Training! Must $80.00/10 Lessons. (Class #479 by arrangement only.
be able to swim the front crawl continuously for 25 yards, tread Request for adaptive by arrangement may be made online at
water for one minute and submerge and swim a distance of 10 www.cityotbrooklyncenter.org. Under parks & recreation,
feet underwater. All materials are included in the fee. select community center, swimming pool, swim lessons. Fill
Registration Fee $68.00/4 Lessons. Classes 3 hours. out the request form and select the submit button.) Registration
# Day Begins Time Fee $8.00 for one 30 minute lesson.
466 Sat. Feb. 3 12:00 p.m. # Day Begins Time
WATER SAFETY AIDE 475 Tues. Jan. 16 4:00 p.m.
476 Tues. Jan. 16 6:55 p.m.
If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the place 477 Thurs. Jan. 18 7:30 p.m.
to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming ability. 478 Sat. Jan. 20 9:00 a.m.
Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the 479 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with
experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an SYNCHRONIZED SWIM CLASS — BEGINNER I
apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration Are you a level 3 or above swimmer? If so, try synchronized
Fee $68.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour. swimming! Learn basic synchro skills and a routine. Swimmers
# Day Begins Time will develop strength, focus, and team work skills. Instructor
467 Tues. Jan. 16 1:30 p.m. USA Synchro Level 1. Registration Fee $42.00/10 Lessons.
468 Tues. Jan. 16 5:45 p.m. Classes 30 min.
469 Thurs. Jan. 18 6:20 p.m. # Day Begins Time
470 Sat. Jan. 20 9:35 a.m. 480 Sat. Jan. 20 10:10 a.m.
471 By arrangement only. Call Natalie 763 -569 -3317 SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING — BEGINNER II
ADULT CPR A course designed for the synchronized swimmer wishing to
Could you save a life if someone was experiencing a further their skills. Open to swimmers with beginning synchro
heart attack? Learn how to save a life with essential experience. Swimmers will have the opportunity to develop
skills such as rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking, and competitive skills. Instructor USA Synchro Level I.
recognizing signs for a heart attack. Learn how to provide care Registration Fee $90.00/10 Lessons. Classes 75 min.
for victims ages 8 or older and receive a certification of Adult # Day Begins Time
CPR when you have completed the course. Registration Fee 481 Sat. Jan. 20 10:45 a.m.
$40.00/1 Session. Class 4 hours. Instructor Justin. GROUP POOL RENTAL INFORMATION
# Day Date Time For information on rental costs and availability, call Kirsten at
472 Fri. Jan. 26 5:30 p.m. 763 -569 -3317. Requests for pool rental can be made online at
INFANT AND CHILD CPR www.cityotbrooklyncenter.org. Under parks & recreation,
Would you know how to help an infant or child who is select community center, swimming pool, group pool rentals.
experiencing a life threatening situation? This class will help Fill out the request form and select the submit button.
prepare you for caring for victims up to age 8 in areas such as Community Center Pool & Water Slide
Looking for an idea for your group's next gathering? Try a
rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking & will help you
learn to reduce the risk of injury for little ones. Upon pool rental! Try the wild 150' water slide, diving boards, water
completion of this class, you will be certified in Infant and volleyball and more!
Child CPR. 30 minutes will be allowed for lunch. It is North View Pool Rental
recommended you bring a bag lunch. Registration Fee $45.00/1 For an exclusive pool party, try North View Junior High Pool
Session. Class 6' /i hours. Instructor Justin. at 69 & Zane Ave N. Available for group rentals of all sizes.
# Day Date Time Lifeguards provided for rentals. Reservation requested a
473 Sat. Jan. 27 12:00 p.m. minimum of two weeks in advance.
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Be Our Valentine* Your Child's Birthday With Us!
* Saturday, February 10 For children ages 14 & under!
New Years Eve Party 1 -5 p .m.
Saturday, December 30 Have a sweet time at the pool! DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY PARTY DUNKIN BIRTHDAY PARTY
3 -p.m. swim and relax on your PACKAGE — $40.00 PACKAGE — $90.00
Swim &slide i the New Year! air mattress! Enjoy "sweet"
Bring your floatable and relax! music & a special treat! Includes: Includes:
Have fun while helping others. How sweet it is! e Use of the party room for I % hours! • Use of the party room for 1 % hours!
Start out the new year by donating • Pool admission for up to 10 children! • 30 minute Dunkin the Dolphin visit!
a can of food to CEAP and receive • Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children! • Pool admission for up to 10 children!
free use of the water
• Unlimited water slide rides for up to 10
slide with paid pool The $40.00 NON - REFUNDABLE PAYMENT IS children!
general admission! /i The
WHEN MAKING A RESERVATION.
Jivin' tunes! \ A minimum of seven days notice required The $90.00 NON - REFUNDABLE
PAYMENT IS REQUIRED WHEN
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Fee for additional children for the Dolphin Birthday MAKING A RESERVATION.
Fabulous Fishy Party Package or the Dunkin Birthday Party Package A minimum of two weeks notice required
is $4.00 each. Adults and youth ages 15 & older pay Subject to availability.
Mittens i M ore * F u n ay * regular pool and water slide admission fees.
Saturday, January 6, 1 p. in. Saturday, March 3, 2 - 5 p.m.
Bring winter outerwear such as Join us in a fun filled escapade. We will swim ♦ To make a reservation, call 763 -569 -3400 Monday — Friday between 9:30 a.m. — 4 p.m. Adult making the reservation is responsible
mittens, scarves, and jackets that are and slide, and enjoy fish frenzy games such as for supervising party. Room limit 25 including supervising parents. Minimum height to go down water slide is 52 ". Children less
conditi in good , our "Pin the Fin on the Fish," Fish Tag, Go Fish and than 52" must pass a swim test to use the slide or be accompanied by an adult. Swimsuits required in swimming pool.
community stay • , this winter. our Fishing Wall. Meet DUNKIN the Dolphin! ♦ You may bring commercially prepared or store bought cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape dye) and/or
Receive a prize for each item donated! We will also have a coloring contest and order pizza from restaurants. No other food items, including crock pots, salads, sandwiches, or homemade items permitted.
volleyball! You can swim like a fish!
Fish fun for everyone! T.G.I.F. FUN FLOATS*
Martin Luther King Jr. Every Friday, 5 -8 p.m.
Thank goodness it's Friday!
Day Swim* Hip Hop Night* For unsinkable fun, bring your favorite
Monday, January 15 ROckin & Rollin Saturday, March 17, 5 - 8 p.m. fun float to the pool. Inner tubes, air
1 - 8 P.m. at BC Pool* Pump it up! Get down with your mattresses, beach balls, floating animals,
Enjoy your vacation Saturday, March 24, 4 -8 p.m, favorite Hi Ho Hits. p p ! and noodles are all welcome. from school as you Rock out to your favorite tunes as Broadcasting from station BCCC, Water slide is available.
Splash and Splash oin our special DJ who will be Regular pool and water slide \ o
you swim and mosh in the pool. p admission admii p rices ap
all day with your spinning the tunes for a p pp y' o
Enjoy a rockin' good time with your
friends at the pool! jammin' good time! a
Enjoy exciting music and friends as you float and relax on .� 1 _ o0
games of volleyball! Slip down your inflatable.
the slide into our cool pool! •
Fun tunes from 2 -5 p.m. Brooklyn Center Community Center
Slide open 1 -8 p .m. 694 &Shingle Creek Parkway .
*General Admission Prices apply!
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6301 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 beeinninz January 2, 2007.
•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 -rime 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 $5.00 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 $25.00 $68.00 $120.00 $195.00 Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 8:45 a.m.
Dual $33.00 $89.00 $158.00 $257.00 to 1:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Senior $19.00 $51.00 $91.00 $171.00 Wednesday Saturday
8:45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Senior Dual $27.00 $73.00 $130.00 $243.00 Adults only - 8:45 a.m. Adults only - 11:30 a.m.
Household $38.00 $103.00 $182.00 $296.00 to 1:00 P.M. & to 1:00 P.M.
8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Household+ $5.001 $15.001 $30.00/ $60.00/ Sunday
dependent dependent dependent dependent 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.
Child up to age 14 & $26.25 $62.00 $117.00 $220.00 Sunday
Senior 62 & older 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Youth ages 15 -17 & $35.75 $84.50 $159.50 $300.00 WATER SLIDE SCHEDULE
Adult 18 & over Monday & Friday Saturday Sunday
*Use of water slide is an extra $1.25 per time 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1:00 to 8:00 P.M. 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
when using punch card option.
Punch cards are good for one year from purchase date. • Pool - An adult must accompany children ages 5 &
younger in the pool. Swimsuits required in swimming pool.
GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES . Wading Pool - Available for children 6 & younger when
With Slide Without Slide supervised by an adult.
Water Slide - The recreation department reserves the right
Children up to age 14 & $4.00 $2.75 to open the water slide during non - scheduled times. Children
Senior Adult 62 & older who are less than 52" tall and wish to use the water slide
Youth ages 15 -17 & S5.00 $3.75 must pass swim test or be accompanied by an adult.
Adult 18 & over • Exercise Room - For ages 15 and older. Shirts and tennis
shoes required.
• Sauna - For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this
Community Center Closed will not be allowed even if accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, December 24 - Christmas Eve • Locker Rooms - Coin operated lockers provided. Secure
Monday, December 25 - Christmas Day your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in
Monday, January I -New Year's Day opposite gender locker rooms. Family locker rooms
available.
Community Center Open . Game Room - Pool table, air hockey, & video games!
Monday, January 15 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day . Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items are
Monday, February 19 - President's Day
available for sale.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 30 Recreation Brochure
RXGIITRAT AND G110111RAL INFORRM.ATION
REGISTRATION REFUND PROCEDURE SPECTATORS
Requests for refunds must be made at Class attendance is limited to
Age 60 & Older least 24 hours before first class. If you participants. Spectators, including
Registration Begins find it necessary to cancel after first parents, children, siblings and friends are
Friday, January 5 class, make your request 24 hours before not allowed except with permission.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Only second class. Class will be prorated. No
P Y P ersons LATE PICKUP FEE
refunds issued after second class.
age 60 and older may register for adult programs paid with credit card are If child is not picked up immediately
activities listed in this brochure. credited to the account. Programs paid after class, $5 fee is charged for every 10
by cash or check are refunded by check. minutes after class ending time.
Walk -In Registration Begins Checks are mailed; allow 2 -3 weeks. DISCIPLINE
Saturday, January 6 Refund Procedure To insure a quality experience for all
For Holiday, Lifeguard children a p olicy of disc has been
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. P Y P
Register at customer service counter. Training and One -Day Classes created. Students will be given the rules
Requests for refunds must be made at of class orally on the first day of class.
least seven days before the class date. Students who do not follow the
Phone -In Registration Begins No refunds will be issued later than established rules set by the instructor
Monday, January 8,9:30 a.m. seven days before the class starting date. will be given one warning. If they
Please have your Visa or MasterCard choose not to follow the rules a second
number ready. Phone -In registration FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE time, they will be sent home from class
hours: Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - Limited to Brooklyn Center residents and will not be allowed to return.
8:30 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. who could not otherwise take a class due
to financial reasons. For information, ART /COOKING/HOLIDAY
call the director at 763 -569 -3407. CLASS PARTICIPANTS
Mail -In /Fax -In Children may get food, paint, or glue on
Registration Begins LIABILITY their clothing and shoes while in class.
Tuesday, January 9 The Brooklyn Center Community Children should dress in old clothes and/
Mail -In /Fax -In registrations will be Activities, Recreation and Services or bring a paint shirt or apron.
processed on a random basis. Use the Department does not provide accident
form on back page. Mail to: Brooklyn insurance for participants in any of its REGISTER EARLY
Center Recreation Department, 6301 Programs. Participants assume all Classes have a minimum and maximum
Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn inherent risk of injury from their number of registrants. Some fill to
Center, MN 55430. For fax -in involvement in programs or activities capacity early. In other cases, if they
registration, use form on back page. Fax outlined in this brochure. appear to be under enrolled, we have to
# is 763 -569 -3434. Payment must be cancel classes several days before the
included. INCLEMENT WEATHER starting date. There have been instances
If classes or other recreation activities Where individuals have expressed an
are canceled due to inclement weather, interest in a class already canceled.
Registration is on a first -come, first- we will attempt to make them up. Please register early to avoid
served basis. Instructors are not Sometimes circumstances beyond our disappointment!!
permitted to accept registration. The control do not make this possible. NO NON - RESIDENT FEES
recreation department reserves the right Unlike many of our neighboring
to cancel classes when an insufficient WEATHER LINE communities, Brooklyn Center does not
number of people have signed up. Programs may be canceled due to charge non - resident fees for any of our
Waiting lists are kept for classes that are weather conditions. Call 763 -569 -3442 programs, classes t community center
full. If there are sufficient requests and for a recorded message about activity memberships.
if space and an instructor are available, cancellations. Cancellations may be
additional classes may be formed. announced on WCCO -AM 830.
Please make checks payable to the Community Center & Recreation
City of Brooklyn Center AUXILIARY AIDS Department Office Hours
Auxiliary aids for persons with 763 -569 -3400
— Visa and MasterCard disabilities are available upon request at
VISA are accepted. least 96 hours in advance. For Monday — Saturday
information, call the director at 763 -569- 8:30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m.
�ara 3407. Persons with hearing or speech
impairment are served by the MN Relay Sunday
Service, 711 (TTY/Voice). 12:30 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
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Thank goodness it's Friday!
For unsinkable fun, bring your favorite inner tube,
air mattress, beach ball, floating animal or noodle!
*Regular pool and water slide admission prices apply.
See page 30 for prices.
Mail- In/Fax -In Registration Form (Use separate form for each person.) Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission
Name Gender: Male Female The Parks and Recreation Commission
meets the third Tuesday of each month
Address at 7 p.m. at City Hall. This
City Zip Code commission advises the City Council
on the parks and recreation program in
Phone H) W) () Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson,
chairperson; John Russell; Tom
Class # Class Name Shinnick; Gail Ebert; Richard Theis;
Class # Class Name Roger Peterson; Muriel Lee.
Child's Birth Date Grade Amount Paid Department Mission
Dedicated to the citizens of
Form of payment: ❑Check Brooklyn Center that they may
Credit Card Information: ❑Visa ❑MasterCard share in the God given right to
beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility,
Card Holder's Name Exp. Date and to the end that each may herein
Number find the laughter of childhood, the
acceptance of youth, the
Special Needs (including food allergies): fulfillment of adult life, and the
companionship of old age, through
a healthy, satisfying use of leisure
For swim lessons, indicate swim level time.
Youth Sports T -Shirt Size
Registration form is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be accepted before
Tuesday, January 9, 2007. For registration information, see page 31.
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BROOKLYN U.S. Postage
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Minneapolis, MN
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
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