HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 Edition 154 Spring Edition 154 Spring 2006
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A newsletter for residents of the City of Brooklyn Center
Great The - Creek Opportunity Site Open House
Watershed - . held January 25
April 22 — 29 On January 25, approximately 175 people
participated in the Opportunity Site Open House,
Brooklyn Center and five other cities that make up the which provided an opportunity for the public and
Shingle Creek Watershed will celebrate Earth Day with the business owners to comment on the redevelopment
"Great Shingle Creek Watershed Clean Up ". Beginning standards, guidelines, and illustrative concepts. The
Saturday, April 22, through Saturday, April 29, hundreds of next step for the Opportunity Site Study Area Task
volunteers from Plymouth to the Mississippi River will line Force is to present its report and recommendations
the banks of Shingle Creek picking from o to the City Council/Economic Development
cans to abandoned vehicles. .
g p g p everything g pop Authority for its consideration.
Follow a cigarette butt, candy wrapper, or empty pop can If the City Council accepts the Opportunity Site
tossed or blown into the street, and you're likely to find it recommendations, the next steps will involve
littering the bank of one of our streams. That's because rain review of the Comprehensive Plan by the Planning
and melting snow flow from large areas into streams Commission and the development of frameworks
through the storm sewer system. The large area that funnels to analyze the financial implications and
water into a stream is called a watershed. As water travels opportunities for a long term process of
through the watershed it picks up debris and pollutants and redevelopment as opportunities present themselves.
carries them to the stream. If this land is polluted, our river Additionally, the Task Force will be presenting a
will be too. That's why we need your help keeping the report to the City Council/Economic Development
watershed clean. Authority regarding standards and concepts for the
In 2005 more than 150 volunteers worked approximately redevelopment of the Northbrook/Hmong
300 hours in Brooklyn Center cleaning the banks of Shingle American Shopping Center site. It is anticipated
Creek as well as City parks and roadways. Volunteers that requests for proposals to redevelop the
collected 86 bags of debris along with auto parts, cable, Northbrook/Hmong American Shopping Center
bicycles, appliances, electronic equipment, furniture, and ten site will be solicited in the Spring for late 2006 or
cubic yards of miscellaneous trash. Spring 2007 construction.
In 2006 many of the 33 groups affiliated with the Brooklyn Further information can be obtained from
Center Adopt- A- Park/Trail/Street Program will concentrate Community Development Director
on a cleanup of their assigned sites during the week. Groups Brad Hoffman (763) 569 -3305
and individuals not already connected with a park, trail, or bhoffinan @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
street will be assigned to an area of Shingle Creek, nearby
park, open space, or parkway to pick up trash and debris.
If you are interested in participating either as a group or as Recreation activities
an individual, call Joyce Gulseth at (763) 569 -3327 for more begin on page 13
information. We will hand out trash bags and cotton gloves;
and, we'll have coffee, juice, and treats to get you going. Registration begins
The official clean up will take place from 9 AM to Noon on March 4 2006
Saturday, April 22, to commemorate Earth Day 2006.
Departmental Accomplishments 2005 Overview of Services
ADMINISTRATION FISCAL & SUPPORT SERVICES
• Provided oversight for the second deer The Fiscal & Support Services Department pays the bills, collects and
management bow hunt. In response to citizen monitors the revenues, bills and collects from utility customers, reviews
concerns, the City authorized bow hunting in and appraises properties, and generally oversees and manages the financial
the Palmer Lake Basin to reduce the planning and operations of the City of Brooklyn Center.
overpopulated herd. This second hunt • Utility billing worked with more than 9,100 customers in 2005.
resulted in the successful reduction of six • The 8,300 property taxpayers in Brooklyn Center paid the 24th lowest
deer in December of 2004. amount (89th of 112 metropolitan cities) in property taxes for an
• Coordinated the Random Acts of Kindness average household according to the Citizen's League. This reflected a
Program resulting in eleven citizens being payment of $1,944 on the average household for all taxing authorities.
recognized for giving their time, energy, and • Property values and appraisals were updated throughout the west
resources to benefit others. central section of the City during 2005. Appraisals will be updated in
the northwest section of the City in 2006.
EARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER • The City made more than 6,600 payments for supplies and activities in
• Welcomed over 2005. These payments ranged from pens and pencils to major
165,000 guests to the contractors doing street construction and from legal services to police
facility in 2005. officer training.
• Hosted 98 wedding - • The City of Brooklyn Center carried a 2005 General Fund budget of
receptions plus $13,391,078 for police and fire protection, street maintenance,
corporate training ~� " recreation, community planning and code enforcement, and general
seminars, stamp /coin/ .� administration costs. Preliminary projections for the year end results of
doll shows, and a operations show the City to be within its budget parameters.
variety of holiday
parties. FIRE
• St. Paul Chamber
Orchestra held its The Brooklyn Center Fire Department has a duty crew that sleeps at the
annual fund raising dinner and auction at West Fire Station, 63rd and Brooklyn Boulevard, every night from 8 PM
Earle Brown Heritage Center for the first until 5:30 AM and 24 hours Saturday and Sunday. In addition, the Fire
time. Department is staffed on all holidays, 24 hours a day. This allows quick
College, North response to any emergency in the City with an average time of 6 minutes
• North Hennepin Community
Hennepin Area Chamber it Commerce, the from the time dispatched until an emergency unit is on the scene. During
Brooklyn Center Prayer Breakfast, and the 2005 the Brooklyn Center Fire Department responded to:
94th Brooklyn Center Birthday Celebration • 903 emergency runs, with 301 of these emergency calls handled by the
were held during the year 2005.
• 2005 revenue was $3,730,200 — an increase duty crew.
over 2004 of $120,000. • 226 fire runs with approximately 20 being major house, garage, and
• A mill and overlay to the original parking lot vehicle fire with damages exceeding $1,500,000 with the remaining
was completed, and the main kitchen fires being dumpsters, trash, and burned food calls.
• 345 medicals and personal injury accidents.
dishwasher was replaced.
• 173 false alarm calls.
• Direct ect marketing efforts continued
throughout the year via the rt site Executive • 17 mutual aid calls (assistance to other fire departments).
luncheon program and a variety of trade • 142 miscellaneous calls, including CO alarms and requests for
show displays. assistance by homeowners.
LIQUOR OPERATIONS In addition, firefighters spent additional time participating in Earle Brown
The City operates two municipal liquor stores. Days, National Night Out, and spend one week during Fire Prevention
One is located at 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard; Month visiting all the schools in our area teaching about fire prevention and
the other is in the shopping center near Cub fire safety.
Foods. These stores help to control the sale of
alcoholic beverages in the City and provide FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATION
funding for important City projects. In 2005 the The Fire Relief Association's charitable gambling operation was able to
liquor store operations provided $125,000 to help fund the fireworks during Earle Brown Days, Safety Camp for children, as
fund capital projects in our park system. well as donate to schools for their graduation parties and the Cancer Walk
for Life. At present with the loss of one site due to closing and the passing
of the smoking ban by Hennepin County, our charitable gambling is almost
out of business, with very little money to donate to the citizens of our
community.
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2005 Overview of Services Departmental Accomplishments
POLICE RECREATION DIVISION
• General Recreation — This division provides for
• In 2004, the Police Department answered 26,328 calls for recreational programs and activities not otherwise
service, and 2,409 arrests were made – a testament to the classified. These programs /activities are funded by a
proactive stance the Police Department takes to make the combination of general fund revenues and user fees.
Brooklyn Center community a safer place to live. . Programs include tennis, adaptive recreation, and
• In 2005, the Police Department focused more of its
supervision costs associated with the use of elementary
resources analyzing specific crime issues that have had a schools and Northview Jr. High School.
direct impact on the community. This innovative effort
through the use of crime mapping enables us to direct staff . Adult Activities — This division provides recreation
resources to specific crime areas in an effort to reduce programs and activities for adults including basketball,
crime and improve the overall quality of life in Brooklyn softball leagues and tournaments (Dudley Classic),
Center. volleyball leagues, exercise classes, pottery, dance, and
• As a result of our efforts, we have seen a decrease in Part I specialty classes.
crimes of over 5% since 2004. Through aggressive • For 2006, all adult programs will charge fees sufficient to
enforcement it is our goal to continue to instill a cover operating costs, plus a share of overhead expenses.
community perception toward safe livability and economic Fee increases will continue to be implemented to achieve
vitality. this goal.
• Participation in community meetings has remained strong • Adult sports leagues and activities continue to be very
and continues to grow each year. The Neighborhood popular. In 2005, over 325 teams (over 3,300 individuals)
Watch Groups number over 190 and continue to grow. The took advantage of organized leagues for softball,
Brooklyn Center Business Watch program thrives with volleyball, and basketball.
over 98 participating businesses. . Additionally, over 5,000 more individuals took part in our
• The patrol division has also provided 46 citizen ride- exercise, pottery, adult specialty, Community Tripsters,
alongs in 2005 and 17 tours of police operations. We are and adult dance offerings. In total, more than 10,000
committed to maintaining our partnerships in the
community, and our efforts are paying off. adults participate in these programs.
• Youth Programs — This division provides recreation
programs and activities developed for youth. These
COMMUNITY AC TI V I T I E S
programs are funded through a combination of user fees
RECREATION AND SERVICES and donations.
• Activities under this division include gymnastics, summer
COMMUNITY CENTER playground and sports and various classes such as dance,
after school, holiday, and specialty. In a typical year,
• Located at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, the Community almost 5,000 young people participate in these activities.
Center features an Olympic sized indoor swimming pool, a . This division also includes after school programming
150' water slide, an exercise room, a small arcade area, and coordinated with two of the school districts serving
meeting and activity rooms. A full range of aquatic classes Brooklyn Center.
and activities are offered for children, youth , adults, and
seniors. CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE
• The pool, exercise room, and sauna are used by in excess . Centerbrook Golf Course is a nine (9) hole, par three (3)
of 100,000 people a year. People come to the pool for course, owned by the City of Brooklyn Center.
swim lessons, lap swim, use of water slide, recreational • Open to the public, Centerbrook offers open golf,
swim, and aqua exercise. organized leagues for men, women, youth, and seniors,
• A full range of aquatics classes are offered for children, corporate outings, and golf tournaments.
youth, teens and adults. Thirty to forty classes are offered • Each year between 23,000 and 30,000 rounds of golf are
each quarter. In total, more than 2,600 children and adults played at Centerbrook. In addition, about 200 people will
participated in swim lessons in 2005. take lessons.
GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS DIVISION
• In 2005, more than
• This division provides for the ongoing cleaning, rounds individual
rounds were played
maintenance, and repair of all government buildings and at Centerbrook. '
grounds including City Hall, Community Center, Police
Station, City Garage, and Fire Station.
• In addition, staff provides some maintenance support for
the liquor stores and Centerbrook Golf Course.
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Departmental Accomplishments 2005 Overview of Services
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STREETS DIVISION
BUILDING INSPECTIONS The Streets Division provides for the maintenance of 106 miles
of City streets and 45 miles of sidewalks and trails including
• 3,058 permits were issued in 2005, with a value of snow . plowing, ice control operation, traffic signs, pavement
more than $26 Million. markings, traffic signals, pavement repairs, sealcoating, crack
• 1,043 building permits. sealing, minor sidewalk repair, and maintaining the trail light
• 429 plumbing permits. system. The following tasks were completed by the Streets
• 464 mechanical permits.
Division in 2005:
• 64 sign permits. • During the 2004 -2005 season there were 27 snow events.
• 900 electrical permits. Maintenance crews performed snow and ice control
• 50 sewer and water permits. operations using 954 tons of salt and plowed approximately
• 53 fire suppression permits. 28" of total snowfall.
• 55 other miscellaneous permits. • Plowed and maintained 45 miles of sidewalks and paved
• 4,254 permit inspections were completed. trails.
• 5 new single family homes were constructed & 13 new • Patched and crack sealed 20 miles of City streets.
townhome units. • The City participated in a cooperative purchasing venture
• 387 rental license inspections. with four other northwest suburban cities to perform street
• 551 Section 8 inspections. seal coating on 10.2 miles of streets within Brooklyn
Center.
• City street sweepers removed 1,969 cubic yards of debris
PUBLIC WORKS and leaves from the streets during clean up operations.
The Public Works Department is organized into five • Installed 565 traffic control, 125 street name, and 75 bus
divisions: Administration/Engineering, Streets, Parks, stop signs within the public street right -of -way.
Central Garage, and Public Utilities. • Division staff replaced 31 miles of pavement markings and
maintained 111 cross walks and 39 school crossings.
ADMINISTRATION /ENGINEERING • Trimmed and pruned 460 boulevard trees.
The Engineering Division provides surveying, engineering
design, and construction inspection activities necessary to PARKS DIVISION
implement the neighborhood reconstruction program and . Conducted weekly mowing operations for 350 acres of park
annual street and utility reconstruction work. Each year, this
division prepares a detailed 5 -year Capital Improvement areas over the growing season.
Program (CIP) to plan for all upcoming construction • Maintained 18
projects. The following tasks were completed by the buildings and '
Engineering Division in 2005: picnic shelters, O
a combination
• Coordinated the clean -up response for the of 5 hockey and
September 21 storm event that damaged or destroyed 6 skating rinks,
approximately 7,000 trees and resulted in the loss of 14 tennis
electrical power to over 15,000 customers in Brooklyn courts, and a
Center. combination of
• Completed the Lions Park Neighborhood Street and 26 baseball, softball, and football fields.
Utility Improvement Project involving the • Performed routine maintenance for 36 node and streetscape
reconstruction of 2.5 miles of streets, and replacement areas.
of watermain, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer. • Coordinated the removal of 491 trees as part of the 2005
• Completed the reconstruction of Shingle Creek diseased tree program. Approximately 423 of these trees
Parkway and Summit Drive, including the replacement were diseased elm trees.
of 1.5 miles of commercial streets and repairs to water
and sanitary sewer utilities. CENTRAL GARAGE DIVISION
• Completed the reconstruction of 1,000 feet of Twin The Central Garage Division provides servicing for scheduled
Lake Avenue adjacent to the Joslyn Superfund Site. maintenance and emergency repairs of the City's vehicle fleet
• Replaced lift station control cabinets at two of the such as fire trucks, police cars, dump trucks, pick -ups, and staff
City's ten sanitary sewer lift stations. cars. The Central Garage fleet is currently comprised of 66 cars
• Completed a Phase II Wellhead Protection Plan for the and trucks, 13 dump trucks and 82 pieces of large equipment,
City's water distribution system as mandated by the plus about 95 pieces of small equipment such as chain saws,
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. small mowers, weed whips, etc. An additional 16 pieces of
• Organized and coordinated the Great Shingle Creek specialized equipment are not owned by the Central Garage but
Clean-up, the 2005 Landscape & Garden contest, and are maintained at least in part by Public Works mechanics.
Arbor Day events with a local school. Division staff completed 1,568 repair orders in 2005.
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2005 Overview of Services Departmental Accomplishments
PUBLIC UTILITIES DIVISION . An annual Consumer Confidence Report was prepared
The Public Utilities Division provides for the operation of the and circulated to residents as an insert in the City
Water Utility, Sanitary Sewer Utility, Storm Sewer Utility, and newsletter. The report includes the most recent water
Street Light Utility. The following tasks quality test results.
were completed by the Public Utilities • Exercised all of the City 's 1,377 valves and checked 957
Division in 2005: fire hydrants for preventive maintenance issues.
• Responded to 1,641 service requests, including over 1,276
• 1.3 billion gallons of water was meter changes along with meter readings, pressure
supplied through 115 miles of water problems, and water quality concerns.
main from the City's 9 wells. • Utility staff responded to over 3,043 Gopher State One-
* Refurbished the pump and motor Call requests to locate underground utilities.
units for City Well No. 4 and No. 9. • Performed routine maintenance for the City's sanitary
The safety of the drinking water sewer system that conveys 790 million gallons of
supply was monitored daily as 1� wastewater annually through the City's 105 miles of
required by the Minnesota sewer main.
Department of Health. • Performed repairs and maintenance tasks on the City's
• Utility staff performed testing on storm drainage system that includes 84 miles of storm
384 coliform bacteria samples and sewer pipe.
365 fluoride samples, all of which
met all safety standards.
City services dir ectory Frequently called numbers
Utility companies
administration (763) 569 -3300 Telephone Service
Assessing (763) 569 -3310 Qwest
Brooklyn Center Liquor (Xerxes Avenue) (763) 561 -2420 1- 800 - 244 -1111
Brooklyn Center Liquor (Brooklyn Boulevard) (763) 561 -0506 Repair: 1- 800 -573 -1311
Centerbrook Golf Course (763) 561 -3239
Community Center (Recreation) (763) 569 -3400 Natural Gas Service
Community Development (763) 569 -3330 CenterPoint Energy
Earle Brown Heritage Center (763) 569 -6300 (612) 372 -4727
Engineering (763) 569 -3340 Emergency /Gas Leak: (612) 372 -5050
Finance (763) 569 -3320
Police (763) 569 -3333 Electric Service
Public Works (763) 569 -3380 Xcel Energy
Water and Sewer (763) 569 -3390 1- 800 - 895 -4999
Emergency /Power Outage: 1- 800 - 895 -1999
• •• directo
Cable Television Service
Comcast
Hennepin County Regional Service Center (651) 222 -3333
6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
General Information (612) 348 -8240 Water and Sewer Service
Clerk of Court (763) 569 -3700 City of Brooklyn Center
Court Dates and Other Information (763) 569 -2799 (763) 569 -3390
Library (952) 847 -5600
Social Services (763) 569 -3636 Waste Removal Service
Aspen Waste (612) 884 -8000
United States Post Office 1- 800 - 275 -8777 BFI (763) 784 -2104
6848 Lee Avenue North, Brooklyn Center (763) 561 -3995 Randy's Sanitation (763) 479 -3335
T & L Sanitation (763) 560 -3610
Social Security Administration Walter's (763) 780 -8464
3280 Northway Drive, Brooklyn Center (763) 566 -2475 Walz Brothers (763) 493 -3474
Waste Management (952) 890 -1100
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HousingResource Center can First -time homebuyer
provide technical and financial program anticipated for
assistance for your home repair spring startup
and remodeling plans
The Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP),
offering below market rate mortgage financing to
The HousingResource Center was created in partnership first -time homebuyers purchasing homes in
with the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation Brooklyn Center, is anticipated to start this spring.
(GMHC), the City of Brooklyn Center and other suburban
communities along with community financial institutions The MCPP is offered through and funded by the
and state, regional, and county agencies. The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA). To
HousingResource Center is funded in part by the City of qualify, you must be a first -time homebuyer, defined
Brooklyn Center. as a person who has not had an ownership interest in
The HousingResource Center can: a principle residence, other than the property being
purchased, during the last three years. Also,
borrowers cannot exceed income guidelines
• Assist homeowners with flexible financing tools to established for the program.
complete home improvement projects, including
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA) Fix -up Eligible properties include single family, qualified
Fund Loans. condominiums, townhomes, and two -unit duplexes.
• Assist homeowners through the complex construction In addition to below market mortgage loans, down
process when renovating their homes including payment and closing cost assistance will be available
written scopes of work, construction cost information to qualified buyers who meet specific income
and assistance with education on construction bid guidelines.
process, evaluation of bids and construction
monitoring. Information about the MCPP including interest rates,
house price limits, and income guidelines is
The HousingResource Center Northwest is located at 2140 anticipated to be available in late April or early May
44th Avenue North in Minneapolis. All services of the 2006. To have your name placed on the mailing list
HousingResource Center are provided at no cost to to receive information about the MCPP, you can call
Brooklyn Center residents. the City Offices at (763) 569 -3300.
For information on services described in this article you can
call the HousingResource Center Northwest at (612) 588-
3033 between 9 AM and 5 PM Monday through Thursday.
Mark your calendars
Remodeling Fair —April 1, 2006
WHAT: Northwest Suburban Remodeling Fair
WHERE: Crystal Community Center FREE ADMISSION,
4800 Douglas Drive North, Crystal
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2006 9 AM — 3 PM
You are invited to attend the 14th annual Northwest Suburban Remodeling Fair featuring over 80 booths of local home
improvement contractors and businesses. Free Do It Yourself home improvement workshops, presented by area professionals, will
be offered throughout the day. Visit the Ask the Experts booth to have your home improvement questions answered. Building
Inspectors from participating cities will be available to answer your questions about building codes. Police and Fire personnel will
also be available throughout the day to answer your questions. Door prizes will be given out throughout the day. Brought to you by
the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, New Hope, Maple Grove, Plymouth, and Robbinsdale. Watch your local
newspapers for more information as the April 1 date approaches.
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Home repair and chore services available to senior residents
Brooklyn Center residents who are 60 years of age or Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP)
older may qualify for help with home maintenance, also provides services to Brooklyn Center residents 60
repairs, and chores. The services are provided by two years of age or older or who are permanently disabled.
non - profit agencies, Senior Community Services and CEAP's program is called Senior Chore Program and
Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP), in includes:
cooperation with the City of Brooklyn Center.
• Lawn mowing
The program offered by Senior Community Services is • Housekeeping
called Household and Outside Maintenance for the
Elderly (H.O.M.E.). Repair services offered by • Household maintenance
H.O.M.E. include: • Raking and yard cleanup
• Window washing and other home chores and
• Interior and exterior painting jobs cleanup
• Installing bathroom safety bars
• Secure handrails CEAP's Senior Chore Program is provided at modest
• Fixing running toilets or leaky sinks cost to eligible seniors and disabled persons. Persons
interested in services from the Senior Chore Program
• Repairing doors that "stick" should call CEAP at (763) 566 -9600.
• Sealing cracks and caulking
• Replace washers in leaky faucets H.O.M.E. and the Senior Chore Program are funded in
part with federal funds received from the Department of
• Other minor carpentry, or minor home repair Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as part of the
work City's Community Development Block Grant program.
The City encourages anyone interested in learning more
H.O.M.E. has a core staff with a network of skilled about these services and programs to call the agencies.
workers and volunteers to do repairs. Fees for the
services in the H.O.M.E. program are assessed on a
sliding fee scale based on income. Anyone needing
service may call H.O.M.E. at (763) 4504311.
Spotlight o n Parks
Garden City Park
From picnics to family reunions, retreats and socials, or
just a "family night" out, we may have the ideal location
for your next gathering at one of Brooklyn Center's
parks.
Located adjacent to Garden City School, Garden City
Park is an ideal spot for some family "playtime."
Conveniently located at the intersection of Brooklyn
Boulevard and 65th Avenue in the h6art of Brooklyn
Center, Garden City Park features a playground, shelter
building, ball fields, and basketball hoops.
For further information about Garden City Park,
or any of our park facilities, please contact the
Community Activities, Recreation
and Services Department at
(763) 569 -3400.
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Joint Community /Police Project (JCPP) City code reminders
of Northwest Hennepin County
Two of the most common code complaints
the City receives every year are parking
The City of Brooklyn Center has years experience as a Career and the storage of garbage /rubbish. Please
added a Community Liaison to our Probation Officer with Hennepin read the following rules to make sure you
staff as a part of a joint effort with County Community Corrections. are in compliance.
the Brooklyn Park Police During Ms. Drier's tenure with
Department and Hennepin County. Hennepin County, she has worked parking
This position is a result of a grant- with people from many diverse
funded initiative authored by the backgrounds. Her knowledge of • All vehicles parked outside must be
respective Police Chiefs. Monique the court system, coupled with her properly licensed and operable.
Drier joined us on October 3, aspirations to assist the police with • Inoperable cars, car parts, etc., must be
2005. Ms. Drier will be out in the bridging the gap, makes her the stored in a garage.
community, in an effort to assist ideal person to work with the City • Vehicles in the front or side setback
with bridging the gap between of Brooklyn Center and the must be parked on pavement or Class
residents from diverse cultures and community it serves. 5 gravel surface.
law enforcement. The grant • Parking on grass or dirt in the front or
initiative is a two -year pilot project Ms. Drier has already made
with the joint communities and invaluable contacts with many Y side setbacks is prohibited. Vehicles
will be evaluated on its successes cultures and has been training may be parked on jzrass in back or side
throughout 2006. We look forward officers and businesses on the yards provided that they are operable
to this initiative and we feel that importance of strengthening the and properly licensed.
the community of Brooklyn Center ties. • Parking on City streets is prohibited
will play an important role in this between the hours of 2 AM and 6 AM.
project. If you have any questions, • It is illegal to park on a City street for
comments, or concerns, please more than six consecutive hours.
Ms. Drier comes to the Brooklyn contact Ms. Drier at (763) 503- • Permits for parking variances are
Center Police Department with 16 3265.
available and can be obtained from the
Police Department.
Garbage /Refuse
Sewer backup? Call the City first • Homes must have weekly garbage
pick -up.
If you experience a sewer backup If you hire a sewer cleaning • All garbage bins must be placed
problem, call the City Public service and they remove tree roots, behind the front set -back of the house
Utility Division at (763) 569 -3390 please notify the City to prevent a and/or concealed in a garage. Please
before calling a sewer cleaning secondary backup from occurring. do not leave cans at the end of the
service. City Public Utility A secondary backup can occur driveway or in front of the house past
personnel will respond and when roots cleaned from private the date of garbage collection.
determine if the blockage is in the house sewer lines get lodged in the • Garbage must be stored in watertight
City sewer line or your private main City sewer line. If and insect/rodent resistant containers.
sewer line at no charge to the unchecked, this could result in a • Garbage cannot emit foul or
resident. If a sewer cleaning sewer backup in your basement as disagreeable odors which are
service is called first and the well as your neighbor's basement. noticeable on adjacent properties.
blockage is in the City line, the
sewer cleaning service typically • Garbage may not be composted or
will charge the resident for the call buried.
out. The City will not reimburse • Car parts, unused furniture, appliances,
you for that charge. machinery, or an accumulation of
rubbish cannot be stored outside.
Call Public Utilities • Materials, supplies, snow plowing
(763) 569 -3390 equipment, and equipment other than
Monday through Friday construction or farm, equipment, may
8 AM to 4:30 PM be stored in the back yard as long as it
After hours, weekends, and holidays call is screened by a six foot, opaque fence.
Police Dispatch at (763) 569 -3333 and
Public Utility personnel will be contacted.
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Pedestrian safety Auto theft reduction
As people use "foot power" to get around Brooklyn Center, concerns for With the aid of federal grant money, the Brooklyn
pedestrian safety occasionally arise. Center Police Department is diligently working on
methods to reduce auto thefts and theft from auto.
Citizens have brought to the Brooklyn Center Police Department's We are taking a proactive approach toward the
attention concerns about how both drivers and pedestrians interact with reduction of auto theft and theft from auto by
each other. Some of the concerns that have been expressed include: dedicating one officer to specifically monitor
➢ Teenagers not using the crosswalk(s) on Humboldt Avenue by trends, educate the public, and to work closely
Brooklyn Center High School, causing near - accidents. with Brooklyn Center businesses to combat auto
➢ People walking down the middle of the street or walking side -by -side, theft and theft from auto.
causing traffic to drive on the wrong side of the street in residential
areas. With your help we can continue to reduce auto
➢ People walking down the right -hand side of the street, in the traffic thefts and theft from autos. The following are
lane. some crime prevention tips to help with this
➢ People not using crosswalks and intersections on busy streets such as problem:
County Road 10 near Xerxes Avenue and Xerxes Avenue by 55th and ➢ Lock your doors and roll up your windows.
56th Avenues.
➢ Do NOT leave valuables in sight in your car.
As either drivers or pedestrians, we all have a responsibility to follow the Lock them in your trunk before you reach
law and do things in a safe and legal manner. If you are a pedestrian you your destination. Avoid leaving small items
need to: such as loose change or sunglasses in the open
➢ Walk on the left -hand side of the street, facing traffic. as they can be attractive to a thief.
➢ If possible, use the sidewalk instead of the street. ➢ Do NOT leave your vehicle running
unattended to warm up. It takes only seconds
➢ Use crosswalks at controlled intersections (STOP signs or traffic for a thief to break a window and drive away
lights). Do not cross the street between controlled intersections. with your car.
➢ Use unmarked crosswalks at uncontrolled intersections. When ➢ Under Brooklyn Center City Ordinance 27-
crossing between uncontrolled intersections, yield to vehicles until it 122 it is a misdemeanor to leave a vehicle
is safe to cross. unattended without stopping the e4ne and
➢ Always look both ways before crossing or entering the street. removing the keys. You can be ticketed for
➢ Do what the pedestrian signals, when present, tell you to do. this!
➢ Do not walk in the middle or right -hand side of the street.
Auto theft is no longer just teenagers taking cars
If you are a driver you need to: for joy rides. Stealing cars can be a lucrative
➢ Beware of places where pedestrians can come out in front of you and business. Even if you think your car is too old to
drive accordingly. be taken, the parts of your car can still be easily
➢ Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, marked or not. You must stop until sold for a profit.
they are no longer in your lane. If you have any questions, please contact Officer
➢ Always be prepared for the unexpected. Driving is a responsibility John Ratajczyk at (763) 503 -3243.
and a privilege, not a right.
These laws are here to protect everyone and to make things safer as we all
go about our daily business. If you have any questions, please call the
Brooklyn Center Police Department at( 763) 569 -3333. Cell phone use prohibited
for drivers with provisional
license
Effective January 1, 2006, 16- to 18- year -old
Parents — Please take a few minutes to Minnesota drivers with a provisional license or a
discuss these responsibilities with your learner's permit are no longer able to use a cellular
children. telephone while driving a motor vehicle. Unless
the driver is making an emergency phone call to
prevent or report a crime in progress or if the
driver is seeking emergency medical services, it is
now illegal to talk on a cellular phone while
driving.
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Adopt -A- Park /Trail /Street volunteers recognized
The Adopt- A- Park/Trail /Street Program plays an important role in helping maintain City parks, trails, public grounds, and streets.
Established in 1992, the program is supported by the efforts of 33 groups and several individuals. The volunteer groups and
individuals represent a cross - section of the community, including service organizations, employee groups, schools, scouts, churches,
and neighborhood groups. The organizations are recognized by signs at their adopted facilities. Each year volunteers collect about
5,000 pounds of trash. With the help of this program, our parks, trails, and streets are cleaner and more inviting. The City Council
thanks the following individuals and groups for their public service and commitment to this program:
* Account Receivable Services * Earle Brown School Community
* BAPS - Shree Swaminarayan Mandir * Evergreen Park School & PTO
* Boy Scout Troop #401 * Friends of Riverdale Park
* Boy Scout Troop #454 * Garden City Elementary
* Brookdale Chrysler Plymouth * Girl Scout Troop #409
* B.C. Explorers * Girl Scout Troop #2191
* Brooklyn Center Lions Club * Girl Scout Troop #2411
* Brooklyn Center Lioness Club * Kids On The Move Daycare
* Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission * Minneapolis North Hilton Staff
* Brooklyn Center Rotary Club * Moms Club of Brooklyn Center/Minneapolis North
* Brooklyn United Methodist Church * Odyssey Charter School
* Brookpark Dental Center * Palmer Lake Elementary
* Bullfrogs and Butterflies Childcare * Rise Creative Partnerships
* Children's Residential Services * Riverwood Neighborhood Association
* Cub Scouts Pack 299 * Target, Brooklyn Center "Good Neighbors"
* Cub Scouts Pack 401 * Tim Olson
* Cub Scouts Pack 454
Volunteer opportunities on commissions
Charter Commission
The Brooklyn Center Charter Commission has openings for commissioners. This is a voluntary position of civic participation.
The Charter Commission meets quarterly, generally the fourth Wednesday at 7 PM at City Hall. The Charter Commission reviews
the City's Charter, which is the governing constitution of the City. Final appointment is made by the Fourth Judicial District
Court.
Housing Commission
The Brooklyn Center Housing Commission is seeking members to fill several vacancies. The position is voluntary. To qualify for
membership, you must be a Brooklyn Center resident while serving on the Commission, shall have been a resident for at least
one year prior to the appointment, and represent a broad range of interest in the housing function. The general purpose of the
Commission is to afford citizen input in the development of a housing program to supplement the activities of the City Council.
The Housing Commission generally meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Final appointment will be made by the
Mayor and City Council.
Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission and West Mississippi Watershed
Management Commission
The Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commission is seeking a
member to fill a vacancy for the position of Alternate Commissioner to represent the City of Brooklyn Center on both
commissions. This position is for a three -year term. Meetings are generally held the second Thursday of each month beginning at
noon. Applications must be received on or before February 28, 2006. Final appointment will be made by the Mayor and City
Council.
Persons interested in any of these commissions can obtain an application packet at Brooklyn Center
City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, or by visiting the City's web site at
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org, or by calling City Clerk Sharon Knutson at (763) 569 -3300.
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Battery recycling
Some batteries contain dangerous metals such as mercury, Lithium Ion — Li -ion (nonhazardous) — place each battery in
silver, lead, or cadmium. Size alone isn't the best guide — a separate plastic bag or place non - conductive tape over the
some of the tiniest batteries are the most hazardous! Before battery terminals. Take to battery collection/disposal site or
throwing, first identify the type, then follow proper disposal HHW facility or contact Rechargeable Battery Recycling
instructions. Corporation at 1- 800 -8- BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.orQ
Small Sealed Lead Acid or Gel Cell — Pb (Hazardous) — take
Types of batteries to battery collection/disposal site or HHW facility or contact
Primary batteries (non - rechargeable) Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation at 1- 800 -8-
These batteries are used in flashlights, radios, calculators, BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.ora
watches, hearing aids, portable electronic devices, and other
products. Examples are alkaline, carbon zinc, lithium, Lead - acid /automotive wet cell batteries (hazardous)
mercuric oxide, silver oxide, and zinc air. Lead -acid automotive batteries contain 18 pounds of toxic
metals and a gallon of corrosive lead- contaminated acids. In
Alkaline (hazardous only if purchased before 1993 — alkaline Minnesota, a person may not place a car, boat, snowmobile,
batteries have been produced in the United States, Europe, golf cart, motorcycle, all- terrain vehicle, or wheelchair
and Japan without the addition of mercury since at least battery in the garbage. By State law, all places that sell lead -
1993) — available in non - rechargeable and rechargeable. If acid batteries are required to accept up to five used batteries
purchased after 1993, okay to place in the trash; otherwise, per consumer, free of charge, whether you buy a new battery
take to battery collection/disposal site or HHW facility. or not.. As an incentive to recycle, when you buy a new
Carbon Zinc (nonhazardous) — okay to place in the trash. motor vehicle battery, you are required to turn in your old
Lithium (hazardous, some may be reactive) — place each battery for recycling. Otherwise, the retailer will charge a $5
battery in a separate plastic bag or place non - conductive tape fee — it's the law! The retailer must refund the fee if you
over the battery terminals. Take to battery collection/disposal bring in the old battery with a receipt within 30 days. Lead -
site or HHW facility. acid automotive batteries are also accepted at the HHW
Mercuric Oxide (hazardous) — take to battery collection/ facility.
disposal site or HHW facility.
Silver Oxide (hazardous) — take to battery collection/disposal Battery collection /disposal sites
site or HHW facility. ➢ Brooklyn Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Zinc Air (nonhazardous) — okay to place in the trash. ➢ Hennepin County Regional Service Center, 6125 Shingle
Creek Parkway
Rechargeable batteries ➢ Many retailers who sell batteries will accept spent
Includes Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride batteries
(Ni -MH), Lithium Ion (Li -ion) and Small Sealed Lead (Pb) ➢ Call (612) 348 -3777 for a location near you
which are commonly found in cordless powertools, laptop
computers, cellular and cordless phones, camcorders, Household hazardous waste (HHW) facility
portable vacuums, two -way radios, and other wireless ➢ Hennepin County Recycling Transfer Station, 8100
electronic devices. Jefferson Highway, Brooklyn Park
Nickel Cadmium — NiCd (hazardous) — take to battery
collection/disposal site or HHW facility or contact Rethink and reduce waste
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation at 1- 800 -8-
BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.org Use electricity, not batteries, in dual - powered products
Nickel Metal Hydride — Ni -MH (nonhazardous) — take to whenever possible. Buy rechargeable or long - lasting
battery collection/disposal site or HHW facility or contact batteries. Two AA Ni -Cad rechargeable batteries can
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation at 1- 800 -8- replace up to 600 single -use batteries.
BATTERY or visit www.rbrc.org
Hennepin County recycling center nearing completion
The construction project at the Hennepin County Recycling Transfer Station, 8100 Jefferson Highway, Brooklyn Park, which
was scheduled for completion in December 2005 is nearing completion. The last day of operation at the temporary site on County
Road 81 and 63rd Avenue will be Saturday, February 25. The permanent facility on Jefferson Highway will be open and ready to
accept household hazardous waste starting Tuesday, February 28. A grand re- opening is planned for sometime in late spring.
Residents should call (612) 348 -3777 or visit www.hennepin.us keyword search "Brooklyn Park Facility" for construction and
closure updates before going to the site.
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March is Irish-American City of Brooklyn Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
herita • Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199
Official web site
Proclaimed by the US Congress in 1995, remembering Irish www.cityofbrooklvncenter.or2
immigrant contributions and Ireland's struggle for e-mail: info @ci.brooklyn- center.mn.us
independence. City Hall (763) 569 -3300
Recreation (763) 569 -3400
Since our Nation's founding, millions of Irish have Emergency 911
immigrated to this country to embrace the vibrant promise Police non - emergency (763) 569 -3333
of new opportunity that America offers. Some came to Job Information Line (763) 569 -3307
America seeking the freedom to worship as they pleased. Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by the
MN Relay Service 711 (T°TYNoice)
Others came in the wake of the devastating Irish potato Mayor Myrna Kragness
famine of 1845 -1849, which caused 1 million deaths in Voicemail: (763) 569 -3450
Ireland and led nearly 1.5 million Irish to emigrate. And the mayorkragness @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
many successes of the Irish immigrants in America proved Councilmember Kathleen Carmody
to be a continuing draw to their friends and family who Home: (763) 566 -3114
remained in Ireland. The Irish brought with them a spirit of councilmembercarmody @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
life and an ethic of work that helped to enliven our culture Councilmember Kay Lasman
and enable them to prosper in their new land. Voicemail: (763) 569 -3448
councibnemberlasman @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
Throughout our history, America has been greatly blessed Cou Voi cilmember Diane 3
cemail: (763) 569 - 3445
by the innumerable contributions of Irish Americans. This councihnembemiesen @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
month we celebrate these great people and the heritage of Councilmember Mary O'Connor
their beautiful ancestral homeland Ireland. Voicemail: (763) 569 -3447
councihnemberoconnor @ci.brooklyn - center.mn.us
City Manager Michael J. McCauley
Street light out?
Call Xcel Energy @ 1- 800 - 960 -6235 City Council Meetings
City Council Regular Session meetings are held the 2nd and 4th
If light is not repaired within 48 hours, call the Brooklyn Center Monday of the month at 7 PM.
Public Works Garage at (763) 569 -3380 to report location. Informal Open Forum is held at 6:45 PM before Council
meetings for persons who wish to address the City Council about
Sun Post desi nated as official Se issues not scheduled the agenda.
g City Council Work Sessions are held immediately following the
City egular Session City Council meetings.
Y news a er p p Watch City Council meetings live on cable Channel 16. Replays
At its January 9, 2006, meeting, the Brooklyn Center City shown Tuesdays at 6:30 PM and Wednesdays at 2:30 AM and
Council designated the Brooklyn Center Sun Post as the City's 10:30 AM,
official newspaper to publish the City's legal notices,
ordinances, financial information, public hearing notices, and Call City Hall to verify meeting dates
other official information. The Sun Post is delivered to most (763) 569 -3300
residences at no charge or by voluntary subscription. If you or visit the City's web site
would like the newspaper delivered to your home, call MN Sun I www.cityofbrooklvncenter.orst
Publications at (952) 392 -6833.
Turn to NorthWest Cities on Free wood chips
Channel 12 for news about Wood chips are available for free at 70th and Camden
Avenues while supplies last and illegal dumping does
Brooklyn Center not occur.
Get an inside look at new and established businesses in the
Northwest Suburbs on Community Journal with Dave Kiser. There is no limit to the amount of wood chips that you
From restaurants to day spas to auto shops, the show highlights can take from the pile. Excellent for mulch! Bring your
the businesses that serve residents and keep communities own shovel. Please do not dump debris, wood chips, or
thriving. Also featured are interesting people, community issues other lawn waste materials at this location.
and a weekly look at city government in a segment called
"Closer Look." If you have show ideas for future programs or
know of a unique business, contact Dave Kiser at (763) 533-
8196 ext. 227 or e -mail dkiser(a,twelve.ty Meanwhile, watch
Community Journal at 8 AM, 12:30 PM and 6 Pm on Northwest •�. Printed on recycled paper
Community Television's Channel 12.
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Senior Adults ........................... ..........................20 -21
Community Tripsters ............... .............................22
Adaptive Recreation 23
Youth Activities ....................... ..........................24 -25
Community Bulletin Board ...... .............................26
Adult Fitness Classes! Class Locations .......................... .............................26
See Pages 14 -16. Parks & Schools Ma 27
Centerbrook Golf Course ....... ..........................28 -29
Tennis Lessons .......................... .............................29
Aquatic Activities .................... ..........................30 -32
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Pool Hours and Rates ............... .............................34
Registration Information ......... .............................35
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Recreation Brochure
Adult Activities
POOL ACCESS DEEP WATER WORKOUT
Brooklyn Center Community Center If you are looking for a new or different
Community center pool features a full ramp with handrail to experience in water exercise, try this
provide complete access to persons in wheelchairs and/or with J class! Using a floatation device, this
physical limitations. Ramp is located in the shallow end. ` _ class combines aerobic exercise,
North View - Easy Ladder® strength training, sculpting and water
Everyone can enjoy easier pool access with these gently jogging for an excellent over all body workout! Class is
sloping steps. (Weight capacity 300 lbs.) The Easy Ladder was designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified for a
made possible through a generous donation from a participant, lower or higher intensity workout. Swimming skills are not
the Osseo Area School District 279 Community Education required but participants should be comfortable in deep water.
Services and the City of Brooklyn Center. Floatation belts and noodles are furnished. Seniors may enroll
in the Monday and Friday class #10 & 11 for $25.00. Classes
50 min. Instructors Vicki #'s 10, 11; Jean #12; Kathy #13.
Please register at least two days before the starting date to Classes once a week, $28.00/10 Sessions
avoid disappointment of a class being cancelled. # Day Begins Time Location
10 Mon. Mar. 27 11:10 a.m. Community Center
11 Fri. Mar. 31 9:15 a.m. Community Center
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE Classes once a week, $25.25/9 Sessions
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 12 Thurs. April 6 6:10 p.m. North View
years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.) 13 Tues. April 11 7:05 p.m. North View
You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water.
If you are registering for the first time, please furnish your
doctor's name and number. Registration Fee $25.00/10
Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki. ' ' ' ' '
# Day Begins Time Location sorry, we are not ' ' '
1 Tues. Mar. 28 9:30 a.m. Community Center
2 Thurs. Mar. 30 10:30 a.m. Community Center
3 Fri. Mar. 31 10:15 a.m. Community Center
ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE
Joining a water exercise class gives you -
AQUA EXERCISE opportunity to exercise in warm water with
Water power! Join this invigorating high - energy class, which guidance from a trained Arthritis
includes a warm up, cardio and full body toning. You are Foundation instructor. Participating can zt --
encouraged to participate in the intensity level that suits you help decrease pain & stiffness. Class
best. It's 50 minutes of pure aqua aerobic fun! Classes 50 min. concentrates on walking, warm -ups, range
Instructors Vicki #'s 4, 5; Jean #'s 6, 8; Kathy #7. of motion of all major joints & low— impact exercises.
Classes once a week, $28.00/10 Sessions Questions, call Kathy 763 -569 -3405. (UCare members entitled
# Day Begins Time Location to reduced rates; call your provider for info.) Registration Fee
4 Tues. Mar. 28 10:30 a.m. Community Center $26.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 minutes. Instructor Vicki.
5 Thurs. Mar. 30 9:30 a.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
Classes once a week, $25.25/9 Sessions 14 Tues. Mar. 28 11:30 a.m. Community Center
6 Thurs. April 6 7:05 p.m. North View 15 Thurs. Mar. 30 11:30 a.m. Community Center
7 Tues. April 11 6:10 p.m. North View
Classes once a week, $22.50/8 Sessions
8 Sat. April 1 8:00 a.m. Community Center ARTHRITIS PACE FITNESS
A new exercise program designed specifically for people with
arthritis. The program is called PACE, an acronym for "People
with Arthritis Can Exercise." Participants will go through a
AQUA SHALLOW & DEEP WATER COMBO series of gentle movements and activities designed to increase
Our "combo" class combines warm up, stretching, aerobic mobility and range of motion. The instructor is trained by the
exercise and strength training for a full body workout. The class Arthritis Foundation. Great music and lots of enthusiasm is
what you will find when your participate in this class
is designed for all fitness levels and can be easily modified fora Questions, call Kathy 763 - 569 -3405. (UCaze members entitled
lower or higher intensity workout. Seniors may enroll in this to reduced rates; call your provider for info.) Registration Fee
50 min. Instructor Vicki.
class for truct . Registration Fee $28.00/10 Sessions. Classes $20.80/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev.
# Day Begins Time Location
# Day Begins Time Location
9 Wed. Mar. 29 9:30 a.m. Community Center 16 Thurs. April 11:30 a.m. Community Center
17 Mon. April 10 11:30 a.m. Community Center
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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 spring 2006 session. Card #'s 18 -21 & 23 -26 are of equal
value, assisting you in purchasing only the number you will actually use spring 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! �i
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
18 12 Classes $36.00 23 12 Classes $39.00
19 10 Classes $30.00 24 10 Classes $32.50
20 8 Classes $24.00 25 8 Classes $26.00
21 5 Classes $15.00 26 5 Classes $16.25
22 1 Class $3.50 27 1 Class $3.75
** *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 Strength training can build bone density, help lose weight, gain
is an inspiring instructor who knows how to keep strength and energize! Basic exercises using weights are geared
�i you motivated with a variety of exercises. This to individual ability and can put you in the shape needed for a
morning program emphasizes energizing routines healthier and more active lifestyle. Authorities claim strength
designed to improve strength, flexibility and training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and
endurance at a level safe and comfortable for you. osteoporosis. This class will include a weekly "AB" workout. If
Although this class is directed towards individuals 60 years you own weights, bring them. Otherwise, wait until after the
and older, interested individuals of variable ages may first class before purchasing hand held, wrist or ankle weights.
attend. Come join us! Registration Fee $25.00/10 Sessions. Registration Fee $22.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor
Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. Renae.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
28 Thurs. Mar. 23 9:30 a.m. Community Center 32 Thurs. Apri16 6:00 p.m. Community Center
29 Mon. Mar. 27 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 STRENGTH TRAINING, BACK & "ABS" — For
training can decrease risk for diabetes, heart disease and Women
osteoporosis. Come join this class for an energy overhaul! This class is offered for women only. See class description
Please wait until after the first class before purchasing weights. above. Specific strength training exercises for the lower back
Registration Fee $25.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor will be included. Register for class or use 1' /2 Drop -In punches
Bev. per class. Registration Fee $34.25/9 Sessions. Classes 75 min.
# Day Begins Time Location Instructor Vicki.
30 Thurs. Mar. 23 10:30 a.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
31 Mon. Mar. 27 10:30 a.m. Community Center 33 Mon. April 3 6:30 p.m. Community Center
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Adult Activities continued
FAII TNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES MAT PILATES
mfortable clothes & fitness shoes. Pilates is a body sculpting system utilizing gentle "non jarring"
total body exercises and proper breathing techniques. Improve
steps are provided at the community center. your health, posture, body composition. Open to all exercise
e provided at North View. abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes. Registration Fee
es coed except class #33. $19.50/6 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Dee Dee.
# Day Begins Time Location
39 Tues. Mar. 28 10:40 a.m. Community Center
BONE UP ON STEP BASIC EXERCISE ROOM ORIENTATION
Recent studies have found bone density to increase in the spine, Learn proper fitness equipment techniques for a safe &
legs and heels with step aerobics. effective workout. This is a basic walk through of all fitness
BASIC AEROBIC STEP COMBO equipment to help you understand how to use each machine
If you are new to aerobics and want to learn more on how to do correctly. A fitness specialist will assist you on the proper use
low impact and step, we've designed this class for you! The and correct form. This is not an individual program design
class combines simple low impact aerobic session. Free for members or patrons who have paid general
moves along with easy step patterns. There will admission for the day. $10 reservation fee refundable upon
be a 10 minute warm up, 15 minutes of completion of orientation or cancellation 48 hours in advance of
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aerobics, 10 minutes of step, followed by body appointment. Runs approximately 45 minutes. Day or evening
toning & strengthening, cool down & stretching appointments are available. Call 763- 569 -3400 for the schedule.
to increase flexibility. Registration Fee $22.50/8
Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Renae. DANCE WITH YOUR STAR!
# Day Begins Time Location You do not have to be a star to dance like one. Bring
34 Thurs. April 6 7:00 p.m. Community Center your favorite star and enjoy an evening of fun learning to
dance. No classes April 25.
SATURDAY AEROBIC STEP COMBO BASIC BALLROOM PREP for PARTIES &
This low impact class offers a variety of exercises used to WEDDINGS
challenge all fitness levels. You are encouraged to participate in Open to singles and couples. At parties or weddings have you
the intensity level that suits you best. There will be a 10 minute been sitting on the sidelines watching others having a good time
warm -up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 -15 minutes of dancing? Whether you are the bride or groom, parents of the
step, followed by cool down and strength training. For persons couple, a member of the wedding party or a guest, you can
unable to do step, the same patterns may be done on the learn some basic dance patterns in the Waltz and Foxtrot. This
floor during this segment. The classes are fun and offer a beginning dance class offers you the chance to join in the fun at
great cardio workout. Registration Fee $25.25/9 Sessions. the next party or wedding dance. Registration Fee $42.00/
Classes 50 min. Instructor Cindy. Couple or $21.00 Single /4 Sessions. Classes 1 hour, 15 min.
# Day Begins Time Location
35 Sat. April 1 8:30 a.m. North View Instructors Mike and Joanne.
# Day Begins Time Location
40 Tues. April 4 7:00 p.m. Palmer Lake
PERSONAL TRAINING Singles - Those who register as a single will be paired with
Personal training is offered at the Brooklyn Center Community other singles that are registered to alternately learn the
Center. Your trainer will assist you in setting your goals and in leader and follower footwork.
designing a safe and effective program just for you. With
motivation and encouragement, learn how to make the most of SWING DANCING FOR BEGINNERS
your workout time. A FREE initial consultation is available to Open to singles and couples. Everybody loves the swing and
members or patrons who pay the general daily admission fee. you can get in on the action if you take this class! We'll start
Consultations are available in the evening by appointment; call with the basic East Coast swing footwork and add a variety of
Kathy at 763 -569 -3405 for information. turn and tuck patterns including throw outs, turns and wrap
Fees For Additional Sessions variations in single and triple rhythm swing. Depending on the
Each session is 1 hour. Sessions are available by appointment. interest and experience of participants, we may be able to
These pre -paid sessions are valid for one month after your include a tuck turn and kick steps. No pre- requisite.
projected final workout session. Non - members will also pay the Registration Fee $42.00 /Couple or $21.00 Single /4 Sessions.
daily general admission fee ($3.50 per time) for each session, Classes 1 hour, 15 min. Instructors Mike and Joanne.
which includes use of the pool, sauna and exercise room. # Day Begins Time Location
# # of Sessions Fee 41 Tues. April 4 8:15 p.m. Palmer Lake
36 2 Sessions $92.00 Update from Mike & Joanne:
According to recent studies, frequent dancing, which demands
37 6 Sessions $264.00 musical concentration and knowing where to put your feet
38 12 Sessions $504.00 while engaging in polite conversation showed a robust 75%
reduction in risk of Alzheimer's.
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Adult Activities continued
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING AARP - 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING
Free screening is done at the following areas: Registration accepted immediately.
West Fire Station
6250 Brooklyn Blvd. This classroom- training program is
Tuesday — Friday, 8 -10 p.m. designed to help persons 55 and older
Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. -8 p.m. improve their driving skills while teaching
Brooklyn Center Community Center them how to avoid accidents & traffic
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway violations. Course completion is required
First Wednesday of month, 10-11 a.m. to initiate auto insurance discounts.
Instructors are trained volunteers.
EXERCISE ROOM Four Hour Refresher Course — This course is for persons
The exercise room offers complete fitness who have completed the eight hour mature driving course
equipment for cardiovascular and strength within the preceding three years. Fee $10.00 /1 Session.
conditioning. Minimum age 15. Shirts & tennis
shoes are required in Exercise Room. Date Day Time
Cardiovascular Equipment
Life Fitness Treadmills — 3 April 5 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Life Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainers — 3
Star Trac Recumbent Bikes — 2 May 3 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Life Fitness Stair Climbers — 2
Strength Training Equipment June 7 Wednesday 8:30 a.m.— 12:30 p.m.
Life Fitness Leg Press /Calf Raise; Life Fitness Leg Curl/Leg
Extension; Life Fitness Multi- chest; Life Fitness Bicep/Triceps; For additional class offerings in the area, call the AARP office
Life Fitness "Smith" Machine; Life Fitness Cable Crossover; 952- 858 -9040. AARP office is open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday -
Cybex Abdominal; Dumbbells. Friday.
WEST SUBURBAN YOUNG ADULT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
SOFTBALL LEAGUE Register at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle
Creek Parkway. Questions, call 763 -569 -3400. If the class is
It's time to dust off the cleats, find your softball full, we will put you on the waiting list and call if an opening
glove, get your team ready & sign up for the occurs. Advanced registration required by mail or in
summer college age softball league. For ages 18 -24. Cost is person; no walk -ins the day of class. Make check or money
$235 per team. Co -rec league plays Tuesday nights in Edina order payable to AARP. (Cash not accepted.) Classes offered
and men's league plays Thursday nights in Robbinsdale. at the Crossings/Brookwood, 6201 N Lilac Drive. Smoking is
Registration packet available by email or mail. Contact Donna not permitted in the building.
952- 826 -0432 or at dtilsner @ci.edina.mn.us or Bill at 763-
531 -1278 or bayshford @CI.ROBBINSDALE.MN.US. The 7 Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation and
game leagues begin June 6; registration deadline May 26. Services Department thanks the Lang Nelson Corporation
Gather up your high school friends, college friends, church & Crossings Manager for making this site available.
friends and play softball this summer. Individuals who wish to
be placed on a team should call and ask that their name be made
available to the team managers. These leagues are sponsored ABC'S OF BOATING _
by the Cities of Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Edina, Golden There is a lot more to boating than just buying
Valley, Hopkins, Minnetonka, New Hope, St. Louis Park, a boat! This course teaches the basics of
Plymouth and Robbinsdale. boating safety. Lights, emergency procedures,
required 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. Coast Guard, about 80 percent of all
NEW COMMUNITY CENTER boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had not
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS completed a boating safety education course. Take this course
Brooklyn Center Community Center and keep you and your passengers safe. Participants will study
has new membership options. material in each chapter and complete weekly exercises. There
At affordable rates, the Brooklyn Center is a required $25 textbook which may be shared by families.
Community Center is your CENTER This can be purchased when registering or from the instructor.
for fun & fitness! For information, see page 34. Your insurance company may offer a discount for successful
completion of this course. Registration Fee $15.00/4 weeks.
Classes 2 hours. Instructors U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
# Day Begins Time Location
42 Tues. March 14 6:30 p.m. Community Center
Recreation Brochure 17 www.cityojbrooklmcenter.org
Adult Activities continued
BEAD DESI CLASM POTTERY — BEGINNING
• Class size is limited to 7 -8 persons. If classes fill, we This class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and
encourage you to go on the waiting list. Additional classes hand building. The community center offers a unique
may be offered. opportunity to practice your new skills by including in the
• In order to offer a wide selection of beads and/or stones, registration fee 25 lbs. clay for projects, unlimited practice time
participants must register no later than seven days in outside of class & firing fees. (Additional clay is $36.50,
advance. Supplies for classes will be provided by the includes 25 lbs., glazes & firing.) Bring a work shirt to the first
instructor Christine. class. Please allow approx. $7.50 to purchase tools. Instructor
• Registration and supply fee is to be paid at the time of will teach 7 weeks and students will work one week
registration. independently during class time. Registration Fee $98.00/8
• Jewelry designs on display at the Community Center. Sessions. Classes T/2 hours. Instructor Theresa. # Day Begins Time Location
BEADING - SIMPLY BASIC 50 Tues. Mar. 28 6:30 p.m. Community Center
In this fun beginning class you will learn the basics of beading;
cords, threads, beading wire and general knowledge of beading.
Supplies include glass beads and base metal supplies to POTTERY — BEGINNING/
complete your jewelry accessories. Take home a bracelet, INTERMEDIATE
earrings and the building blocks of a star beader! Registration See description above. This class will accommodate
Fee $12.00/1 Session plus $8 for supplies. Class 2 hours. participants at the beginning and intermediate level.
# Day Date Time Location Registration Fee $98.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2'h hours.
43 Mon. March 27 6:30 p.m. Community Center Instructor Theresa.
44 Wed. April 5 5:30 p.m. Community Center # Day Begins Time Location
47 Mon. May 15 6:30 p.m. Community Center 51 Tues. Mar. 28 2:30 p.m. Community Center
LINK IT UP!
Learn this popular sassy wrap wire technique to POTTERY — INTERMEDIATE/
link chain and beads to make bracelets, earrings ADVANCED
and necklaces. Instructor will have supplies for Designed for advanced students who are
purchase for a bracelet at the time of proficient in throwing, hand building and
registration. Simply Basic is a pre- requisite or glazing. The instructor will be in the lab
have instructor's consent. Registration Fee �� �• one or two times during the eight -week
$12.00/1 Session plus $10 for supplies. Class session. This is an ideal format for
1'/2 hours. participants who want to work
# Day Date Time Location independently yet need some instruction
48 Wed. April 19 6:00 p.m. Community Center either in new techniques or with problem solving. Participants
with less than 5 years experience may register at the discretion
CHANDELIER LOVE of the instructor. Registration fee includes 25 lbs. of clay with
Don't want to pay the price for those mega sparkle chandeliers firing & glazes. For heavy production, each additional 25 lbs. of
you see in the department stores? Take this class and you won't clay is $36.50, which includes glazes & firing. Registration Fee
have to! You will design and create three different chandelier $98.00/8 Sessions. Classes V/z hours. Instructor Theresa.
earrings that will have everyone talking. Instructor # Day Begins Time Location
will have supplies for purchase at the time of 52 Mon. Mar. 27 6:30 p.m. Community Center
registration in the price range of $10-15 en r pair
Link It Up is a pre- requisite or have instructor's
consent. Registration Fee $12.00/1 Session plus LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES
supplies. Class 1 %z hours. Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the
# Day Date Time Location community center or have had previous experience and are
45 Wed. March 8 5:30 p.m. Community Center familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited
49 Mon. May 22 6:30 p.m. Community Center basis other than class times and students may have pieces fired
in the eight -week period. The lab program is designed for
BYZANTINE DREAM individuals who want to work independently. Registration fee
Imagine beautiful bracelets and necklaces that look great on includes 25 lbs. of clay. (Additional clay is $36.50, which
men and women. It's not a dream, you can make it! You will includes 25 lbs., glazes and firing.) Arrange your own time to
learn the Byzantine technique and learn about the box weave. work in the lab during the eight weeks. No instruction. New lab
Instructor will have supplies for purchase for $20. Participants participants are asked to meet with the instructor for an
will make a sterling silver bracelet. Must have Link It Up as a orientation at 6 p.m. on Monday or Tuesday of the first week.
pre- requisite or have instructor's consent. Registration Fee Starting week corresponds with pottery class schedule above.
$12.00/1 Session plus $20 for supplies. Class 2 hours. Registration Fee $94.00/8 Weeks.
# Day Date Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
46 Wed. March 15 5:30 p.m. Community Center 53 Week of March 27 Community Center
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org is Recreation Brochure
Adult Activities continued
April 3 — ST. CROIX CASINO "FUND" "WEEKENDERS"
EXCURSION • Bus pick up and return is at the Crystal Community Center,
Please support this "Fund" excursion. The $5 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal.
charge for each trip goes towards refreshments on • These tours includes a lot of walking and getting on and off
room the trip and to help support senior programs the bus numerous times. Please dress for the weather.
through the Brooklyn Center Recreation
S=7 Department. Join our escort for a fun, relaxing and April 22 — HISTORIC SUMMIT AVENUE AREA —
scenic ride through western Wisconsin to St. Croix Join tour guide for a day on Summit Avenue, one of our
Casino in Turtle Lake. You will be treated to juice and a donut country's best preserved avenues of Victorian monumental
on the bus. Bring your friends — open to all adults! If you have a residences. Our first stop is a tour of the James J. Hill House,
TLC Club card number, please include it when registering. Cost which was completed in 1891. At the time, it was Minnesota's
is $5 /person, includes juice, donut, transportation, escort and $5 largest and most expensive home with a final cost of $931,275.
in quarters to spend at the casino. Approximate time 9:15 An expert on Summit Avenue, former news anchor Stan
a.m.— 4:45 p.m. (On our last two trips, the motor coach filled Turner, will join us and showcase homes, pocket parks and
to capacity with extensive waiting lists. The earlier our bus fills share people stores. We will also include tours of some local
up the better opportunity we have to accommodate the wait list churches. Lunch will be on your own at Cafd Minnesota in the
by adding a second bus. Register early to avoid History Center. The day will be an exciting classroom on
disappointment.) March 24, registration deadline. Trip #600. wheels history tour! Cost $39.00 /person includes motor coach,
tax, gratuity, tours and escorts. Approximate time 8:15 a.m. —
April 13 — PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE, CHURCH 4:45 p.m. April 3, registration deadline. Trip #627.
BASEMENT LADIES — This new musical comedy is
getting rave reviews! Featuring four distinct characters and June 10 — GARDENS, GARDENS
their relationships as they organize the food and solve the & MORE GARDENS — Interested in
problems of a rural Minnesota church in 1965. We see them touring six beautiful gardens selected for
handle a record breaking Christmas dinner, the funeral of a dear their overall appeal, plant material,
friend, a Hawaiian Easter Fundraiser and, of course, a steaming creativity and uniqueness? Then this tour is
hot July wedding. They stave off potential disasters and keep for you! Tour guide Jan has outlined a great
the pastor on due course. Funny and down to earth, audiences variety of gardens, including a charming 1 Y
recognize these ladies as they witness the church year unfold railroad garden that chugs through hosta
from below the house of God. An early dinner will follow the and annuals; the large private backyard garden of bonsai curator
musical at the Black Bear Lodge in Rogers. Enjoy salad with of the Como Park conservatory, filled with 200 bonsai and
house dressing, rolls, 2 breaded pork annuals in brilliant colors; an Asian influenced garden with
chops, parsley baby reds, carrot cake paths, waterbeds and bamboo accents as well as gardens that
& beverage. Cost: $55.00 /per person enhance hilly, sunny, shady and even pie shaped areas. A rest
includes theater, dinner, tax, gratuity, stop and a deli boxed lunch will be included. Lunch distributed
y ._ motor coach & escort. Approximate on the bus on route to the next garden. You may purchase a
time — 11:45 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Mar. 10, beverage or bring one from home. Cost $45.00 /person includes
registration deadline. Trip #601. motor coach, tax, gratuity, tours, deli boxed lunch and escorts.
Approximate time 8:00 a.m. -4:45 p.m. May 22, registration
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB deadline. Trip #628.
The club is sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Community
Activities, Recreation & Services Department. Meetings are the
second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall of COME FOR LUNCH ... STAY FOR BRIDGE
the Brooklyn Center Community Center. The purpose of the Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly
organization is to promote social, cultural and civic activities afternoon of "Bridge for Fun" the first Thursday of each
for area women. Annual dues are $10. Our monthly meetings month at 1:00 p.m. at Earle Brown Terrace, 6100 Summit DR
' are informative and entertaining. March 14, will be a full N. This activity is open to the public. For information, call 763 -
meeting with a food drive for CEAP, craft fair and 569 -3405. Participants are invited to have lunch in their lovely
entertainment by the Brooklyn Center Senior singers. Lot's of dining room from Noon - 1 p.m. The reasonably priced daily
activity on April 11 with the election of officers, Bingo special includes entree, beverage, tax & gratuity. For
fundraiser and baby shower for CEAP. May 9 is our annual information or reservation, call 763 -560 -6829.
spring luncheon, installation of officers, scholarship awards and
entertainment by Hall Family Musicians. Monthly trips & tours
are also offered to members. March 28 we see "Mysteries of SENIOR ANSWER LINE
Egypt" at the Imax Theater with lunch at the Chart House. This telephone information & referral service 763 -504 -6980
April 26 visit Inns of the St. Croix Valley tasting chocolates on will help senior adults of Northwest Suburban Hennepin
the Chocolate Tour. On May 23, visit the Spicer Castle for a County locate needed services close to home. Trained
two hour mystery luncheon involving guests who are suspects volunteers and staff will answer phones Monday — Friday
in the crime. Complete information about these meetings and between 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. Affiliated with United Way's First
the trips are available at the monthly meetings. For information, Call For Help Network and funded by Community Education
call 763- 416 -9715. of Robbinsdale Area Schools.
Recreation Brochure 19 www.cityojbrookiyncenter.org
Senior 4dult 4Gtivities
If you have questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy, Program Supervisor at 763469 -3405.
SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION - FRIDAY, March 3
A special time has been set aside for persons 62 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. Beginning
Monday, March 6, after 9:30 a.m. you may also register by mail or over the phone with Visa or MasterCard. To register over the
phone beginning March 6, call 763 -569 -3400.
SENIOR HAPPENINGS
Is a newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center
Jam Community Activities, Recreation and Services
Department. The "Senior Happenings" tells
activities going on at the clubs, in the community TRANSPORTATION
and outings offered. If you would like the
newsletter mailed to you, we are asking for $3 to Five Cities Senior Transportation Program
help defray expenses for the five issues in 2006. Please send a
Rita ry Mon. - Fri .... ..... ....................763 -531 -1274
check payable to the City of Brooklyn Center along with your
name, address, zip code and telephone number. Indicate that Reservations —Mon. - Fri ....................763- 531 -1259
this is for the Senior Happenings. If you have any questions, Transportation is offered for persons 60 years and older. Mini -
please call Kathy at 763 - 569 -3405. If you prefer, you may pick coaches provide transportation to senior club programs at the
Brooklyn Center Community Center, grocery shopping, and
up a copy at the community center each time it is published.
The newsletter itself is complimentary. The Senior Happenings major shopping excursions from Brooklyn Center apartment
is also available on the City's website at complexes and homes. A monthly schedule is available. No one
www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org. Select parks & recreation, is denied a ride due to the inability to pay. The suggested
recreation activities, senior adult activities. donation is $2.50 per round trip with the convenient punch pass
card or $3.00 cash. Punch cards are available in $10 or $20
amounts and may be purchased from the driver with cash or
SOCIAL CLUBS check payable: Laidlaw Transit. Please make your reservation a
Both clubs meet at Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 minimum of two working days ahead between 8:00 a.m. and
Shingle Creek Parkway. Transportation is available through 3:00 p.m. Punch passes make great gifts from your family or to
Five Cities. See Transportation. give to a friend.
Leisure Time Drop In Elder Express Transportation
We invite adults 55 and over to join us on Wednesdays from Staff ..................Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 763 -529 -1252
11 a.m. — 2 p.m. Come, bring your lunch and have a fun Answering Machine .............. ...........................763 -529 -1252
afternoon. Coffee & tea provided. Everyone contributes $1/ (Leave your name, phone number, date, location and time of
week to the kitty, which pays for supplies, refreshments & appointment.) On the ride home, the final pick up is 2:30 p.m.
prizes. Birthdays are celebrated the first Wednesday of each
month with dessert. On birthday party Wednesdays everyone Transportation for senior adults to medical and dental
except those celebrating a birthday that month pays $1. The appointments in Brooklyn Center or North Memorial Hospital
second Wednesday is Progressive 500 with prizes for the two and their affiliated clinics. A donation of $3 and $5 per round
top scores, non - player and a drawing. The last Wed. features trip is suggested.
"Crazy" Progressive 500. Partners are not required to play
cards.
Brooklyn Supper Club MEN'S "OVER 55" DROP - IN
,� If you are interested in getting together informally with other
Brooklyn Supper Club meets on the 3 Friday night of each guys, drop in on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. We meet in the
month. All persons 55 years and older are welcome with beautiful community room at The Crossings Manor, 6125 N.
advanced paid reservation. Evening includes a delicious Lilac Dr. Come shoot pool, play Buck Euchre (similar to 500),
dinner, special activities — Bingo, Bunco, Bridge, 500 or Cribbage. (Informal instruction for Buck Euchre
cards, entertainment or movies. Cost is $6.00 J� available.) Participants welcome to start other table games as
for members; $7.00 for non- members. Join us well. Hosted by senior volunteers
on March 17 for a ham scalloped potato
living in Brooklyn Center and
dinner. Paid reservations are due by ® Brooklyn Park. Questions, call or 9 k "� • '
March 13. Social at 5:30 p.m. Call 763 -569- Kathy 763 -569 -3405. Co-
3405 for information. Additional information sponsored by Brooklyn Center
will also be in the Senior Happenings. Recreation Dept. and the
Crossings.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 20 Recreation Brochure
Senior Adult Activities continued
WITH SENIORS IN MIND BRUNCH BUNCH
Tuesday, March 7 we will go to the MN History Center for the Join the "bunch" for lunch at Brooklyn
"With Seniors in Mind" program —From House to Home: Center and local area restaurants every
cooking, eating and history with food historian Rae K. other month beginning Friday, April 28. A
Eighmey. A "tasteful" view of history, examining Minnesota great time to get together to relax and visit
views on food through the 19' & 20` Centuries. Reservation with old acquaintances or meet new. We
deadline March 1. No charge for attending; lunch is on your will go to the Olive Garden in Brooklyn
own. Bring a bag lunch or enjoy a 10% discount at Cafe MN Center. Order what you want off the
and museum stores. Bus pick up at Brooklyn Center restaurant's large menu. Individual checks including tax and
Community Center with 6 or more people. Approximate time gratuity will be available for our "bunch." Each person wishing
9:00 a.m. — 2:15 p.m. If minimum is not met, participants may to attend this outing must call in by April 19. Pick -up times will
choose a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up. be from 10:15 — 10:55 a.m. Future "Brunch Bunch" outings
will be published in upcoming City Watch brochures, the
TUESDAY EXPLORERS Senior Happenings and the 5 Cities Transportation schedule.
Feel adventurous? Join us as we enjoy lunch
and "explore" areas of the Twin Cities. FORUM AND THE FORK
March 7 – we're exploring the new Walker I V�.O An inspiring day starts with an organ concert and lecture at the
Art Center. With the $6 per person Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. Lunch
admission, we'll receive a tour of the follows at a different restaurant. Each person is given a separate
facility which opened April 2005. Try lunch check which includes the gratuity. March 23 — Jacob
at the Gallery 8 Cafe with menus created by
Needleman is a professor of philosophy at San Francisco State
Wolfgang Puck. For this adventure, pre- Univ ersity and author. In The American Soul, he examines the
registration and payment is required no later values and beliefs that have shaped our nation. He serves as a
than March 1 at Crystal Recreation. Call 763 -531 -0052 with consultant in the fields of psychology, education, medical
Visa or Master Card. Pick up at Robbinsdale or Crystal. ethics, philanthropy and business, and was featured contributor
Approximate time is 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to Bill Moyer's acclaimed PBS series A World of Ideas. Lunch
at the Bad Waitress restaurant. April 27 — David Haberstam
is a legendary figure in American journalism. A graduate of
TREASURE SEEKERS Harvard University, journalist for The New York Times, author
i n Love searching for that "gotta have" treasure? Join and Pulitzer Prize winner. Lunch at the My T Fine Bakery and
us on Friday, April 7. It's off to the Mall of St. Cafe. Detailed information will be in the Senior Happenings.
Paul. Pick up at Crystal Community Center. Bus picks up at the Brooklyn Center Community Center with 6
Reservation deadline is March 31. Approximate or more people. Approximate time 10:35 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. If
time 9:25 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. the minimum is not met, participants will be given the choice of
a Robbinsdale or Crystal pick up.
For the trips listed above, the 5 Cities Transportation Program provides transportation. To register, call 763 -531 -1259.
A transportation donation of $3.00 or one punch card pass is requested. Space limited on all trips.
DONUT MAKE YOU WONDER?
Join us on the third Wednesday of the month for interesting, informative programs and, of course, doughnuts 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 $2 payable at the
door. Register by the Friday before each talk; call 763 - 537 -0229. Monthly programs will be canceled if there
is minimal interest shown. Registered participants will be notified. 0,=,
M arch 15 – Advance Health Care Directives April 19 —New Hope Police K -9 Unit
Preparing an Advance Health Care Directive doesn't have to be Come and meet a New Hope police officer and his
time - consuming, difficult, or expensive. However, the Florida partner -his canine partner! Hear about the duties of
case of Terri Schiavo which began in 1998 and drew worldwide a K -9 unit and the training each partner receives as
media attention highlighted the fact that the failure to have this they become a team. We'll also have a chance to
document can be disastrous for your loved ones. Take the time observe how the unit works together.
to communicate your wishes and protect your
family. During this workshop, local elder law May 17— Charlie Maguire — Formally the "Singing
attorney Sharon Kirts will discuss Advance Health Ranger"
Care Directives and provide you with the A favorite by listeners, he is back with us again. With his trusty
opportunity to prepare one yourself. As with the guitar and wonderful stories, Charlie gives us a musical history
other talks, pre - registration is necessary for this of Minnesota and its parks, lakes and rivers. Don't miss this fun
popular seminar. morning.
Recreation Brochure 21 www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org
2:i Community Tripsters
Community Tripsters is a program for people who enjoy getting away and meeting new friends. We live in an area that offers a
multitude of fun and educational opportunities! Our trips allow you to eat at wonderful restaurants and experience a host of
remarkable educational and 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. A bus hostess or escort accompanies all the
trips. REGISTRATION for the trips is now in progress by mail, in person or by phone with Visa or MasterCard. When
registering for someone else, it is important to have the correct spelling of his /her name, correct address & 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.
I
We've got your ticket for spring fun!
April 26 — Old Log — Don't Dress June 21 — Crosslake, MN — Join us for a trip to
for Dinner — Treat yourself to an Crosslake. Whether it is a nostalgia trip from years past or a
fj afternoon of good food and great first time visit, visiting this Northern Minnesota vacationland
I)wm't entertainment. This comedy is the story will be a fun outing. We will stop for coffee in St. Cloud. In the
of a husband who is to meet a chic Crosslake area there will be time to browse the unique shops
I) huxr mistress in a secluded farmhouse where before having lunch at the restored historic, Manhattan Beach
he has arranged for a cordon bleu chef to Lodge on Big Trout Lake. Choose a Shore Lunch or Parmesan
prepare gourmet delights. Things become chicken sandwich. Both entrees include French fries, brownie
confused when his wife and a friend and beverage. After lunch we tour six outdoor buildings at the
show up and no one is sure who is the Crosslake Museum and Historic Village. On the way home, we
mistress and who is the chef! Cost $40.00 /person includes pork will stop for refreshments. (This is not included in the trip cost.)
luncheon, theatre, tax, gratuity, motor coach and escort. Cost $49.00 /person includes morning coffee, tours, lunch, tax,
Approximate time 10:15 a.m. -4:30 p.m. April 11, gratuity, motor coach and escort.
registration deadline. Trip #624. Approximate time 7:45 a.m. -
6:30 p.m. June 1, registration
deadline. Trip #625. ew
2006 Future Trips
May 23 — St. Benedict & St. John's University & St. July 25 Crusin' the Rivers
Cloud Area — Visit Minnesota's oldest continuous center of
higher learning founded in 1857. First stop is St. John's August Trip to be announced
Benedictine Abbey, designed by renowned architect Marcel September Casino & Trip to be announced
Breuer. View the largest stained glass window in the world.
We will tour the Hill Monastic Manuscript Library and hear October 5 Fruit & Wine Tour
about the collection of microfilmed medieval manuscripts. You
will be astonished at the vivid mosaic patterns of artwork. November 17 Harvest Holiday in Lights
Many tempting choices are available at lunch in the campus December Trip to be announced
cafeteria. Before heading home, there will be a tour of the
prestigious & nationally renowned
Munsinger and Clemens Gardens April 3 — St. Croix Casino "Fund" Excursion
nestled along the Mississippi River. April 13 — Plymouth Playhouse
Cost $39.00 /person includes tours,
lunch, tax, gratuity, motor coach and April 22 — Historic Summit Ave Area
escort. Approximate time 8:45 a.m.— June 10 — Gardens, Gardens & More Gardens
4:45 p.m. May 5, registration
deadline. Trip #623. See page 19 for details. Trip #'s 600, 601, 627, 628.
www.cityojbrooklyncenter.org 22 Recreation Brochure
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 persons not living in one of the cities listed above, you are
considered a "non- resident" and need to add $5 to registration fee. Participants must pre - register. REACH is an agency serving
individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West & Northwest Hennepin areas. Services include
information, referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include social/recreation clubs and education programs. An integration
specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interested in participating in "non- adapted" parks and
recreation programs.
For information and registration procedures, call Tara, Director of Recreation at 952- 988 -4176.
Kid -Fu 14` Annual Bowl -A -Thou
For boys and girls ages 5 -12. This is a NEW six- Don't miss this special event on Saturday, March 25 from
week martial arts program just for kids. Come Noon – 2 p.m. Join REACH staff, friends and other
learn the moves of Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee! participants for our annual "fun" fundraiser at
Participants should wear casual, loose fitting Doyle's Bowling Alley, 5000 West Broadway,
clothing. We will meet on Wednesdays, April Crystal. There will be plenty of prizes and fun!
5 —May 10, 6 -6:45 p.m. at Plymouth Creek Participants must raise a $35 minimum in pledges in
Center, 14800 34"' AVE N. Registration fee is $40/6 weeks. order to bowl. Call for a pledge packet.
Call Tara at 952- 988 -4176 for more information. i))
Wednesday Night Social
Youth & Teen Bowling Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a
For youth ages 5 -12 and teens ages 13 -21. Youth and teens will group of people? Come join us Wednesdays for a variety of fun
play separately at Doyle's, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal. You & exciting events & activities. Program is designed for
bowl two games each Saturday from April 1 – May 20, Noon – moderately involved adults. Meet at Crystal Community
2 p.m. League fee $30 plus $3 for each week bowled. Center, 4800 Douglas Drive and other locations, March 29 —
May 17, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Fee $37 with ratio of 1 staff/10
North Teen Explorers – Celebrate Being a Teen! participants.
Here's a fun way to get out with other teens ages 13 -21. Teen
Explorers is a great place to make new friends and have fun too. On The Town I
Activities include swimming, bowling and going out This group is specifically for young adults, 18 -25 who are
for pizza. Join us on Thursdays at various north metro independent and would like to explore their community. We
locations. March 30—May 18, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. The meet every other Friday evening beginning March 31. The cost
fee is $35. is $15 plus an additional evening fee depending on the activity.
Please call Tara for information.
Adult Bowling
Join your friends for America's favorite sport! On The Town II
League fee is $30. Bowl Saturdays, April 1 – May , Want to experience some area nightlife? Come party on
20, Noon -2 p.m. at Doyle's Bowling Alley, 5000 Saturday nights! This social group is for adults ages 26 -50
West Broadway, Crystal. Each week you will bowl living independently or semi independently who need minimal
two games and the weekly fee is $3. Bowl Sundays, April 2 — supervision. We meet twice a month beginning April 1. Cost is
May 28, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. at Earle Brown Bowl, 6440 James $15 plus an additional evening fee depending on the activity.
Circle N, Brooklyn Center. The league fee is $30 plus a $4 Call Tara and find out if this group is right for you.
weekly fee.
Inclusions
Walking Club Reach for Resources provides inclusion facilitators for children
Cabin fever? Let's get outside and take a walk. Join this and adults with disabilities who would like to participate in city
recreational walking group to improve your fitness. Walkers recreation programs. Registration for a program is done through
meet on Tuesdays, April 18 – May 23, 6:30 -8 p.m. at your recreation department. For further information, call Tara.
various locations. The participation fee is $25. Call Tara We require a minimum of two weeks notice for a successful
inclusion.
for information.
Spring Dance Coming for Summer!
On Friday, April 21, adults ages 18 and older can come and In addition to the programs listed above,
enjoy a great evening of DJ music & you can look forward to these special summer offerings!
•
dancing. Pay $4 at the door; pre- May Weekend Respite • Take Five Respite
registration not required. Staff is welcome es p
to stay at no cost. Dance is 7 -9 p.m. at I ZV I % • Adult Competitive and Non - Competitive Softball
Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas • Teen Softball
Drive, Crystal. • Rainbow Kids Club
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Youth 4
GYMNASTICS PROGRAM S
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. Parents may attend the last 15 minutes of the last class. If you
have questions about where to place your child, please call Sue at 763 -569 -3400.
PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS BEGINNING GYMNASTICS
For children ages 3'/z - 5. (Children must be 3' /z by April 1, FOR GIRLS
2006 and toilet trained in order to register.) Gymnastics For girls in grades 1 -4 who have had little or no gymnastics
exercises are designed to improve child's motor experience and kindergarten girls who have completed at least
skills & coordination. Tumbling and an two preschool gymnastics sessions with Brooklyn Center.
introduction to balance beam, bars, and vault. Learn basic tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers
Must be able to do all skills before advancing to and headstands. Simple skills on the beam, vault and uneven
Preschool Il. Ratio S students /instructor. Classes bars will also be taught. Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy
45 min. Instructors Tammy #100; Jamie #101. #104; Chrissy #105; Michelle #106; Jamie #107.
Classes once a week, $28.00/7 Sessions Classes once a week, $30.00/7 Sessions
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
100 Sat. April 1 9:50 a.m. North View 104 Sat. April 1 10:40 a.m. North View
Classes once a week, $24.00/6 Sessions 105 Sat. April 1 10:40 a.m. North View
101 Thurs. April 13 6:30 p.m. North View Classes once a week, $26.00/6 Sessions
106 Thurs. April 13 7:20 p.m. North View
107 Thurs. April 13 7:20 p.m. North View
PRESCHOOL II/KINDERGARTEN 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. Classes 45 min. Instructor Chrissy #102; roll; Vault - straddle, hip squat; Bars - back hip circle, single
Michelle #103. leg cut, pull over to front support. Registration Fee $30.00/7
Classes once a week, $28.00/7 Sessions Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructors Tammy & Chrissy.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
102 Sat. April 1 9:50 a.m. North View 108 Sat. April 1 11:45 a.m. North View
Classes once a week, $24.00/6 Sessions
103 Thurs. April 13 6:30 p.m. North View
AFTER - SCHOOL FUN SQUAD
M� Looking for something fun to do after
u tii�rp� school? Join Fun Squad! Some of the
gnpa� classes offered include Arts & Crafts,
D o Computer Lab, and Sports Hour.
School bus transportation is provided �.. .
home; limited stops. Grades 1 -6.
-'� - Some sites will offer a pool party at
the Brooklyn Center Community
Center as part of the fun. Don't miss -
MOTHER'S DAY GIFT MAKING it! Flyers sent home with your children from school.
Children really enjoy making something for Mom and this class FUN SQUAD PROGRAM SPECIALISTS
is the place for children in grades K -6 to come and create a Earle Brown Ms. Gregory 763 -561 -4480
unique gift for her. This special gift is sure to be treasured for Fair Oaks Ms. Mersereau 763 -533 -2246
years. Includes gift wrapping and card. Please wear old clothes. Garden City Mrs. Tamura 763 -561 -9768
Registration Fee $9.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Palmer Lake Mr. Fenske 763 -561 -1930
Michele.
# Day Date Time Location
109 Sat. May 6 2:00 p.m. Community Center
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Youth sports Program
Registration Accepted .9mmediate /y!
*In these programs there are no tryouts and EVERYONE will play.
*Season runs June 12 -July 27. All programs 1 hour. Participants are responsible for providing their own transportation to
practices and games at other parks. Coaches are not permitted to transport children. No weekend practices or games.
*In case of rainouts, due to financial and time restraints, only one practice or game will be made up.
•There are a minimum & maximum number per location. If registration minimum has not been met, a location could be canceled.
If this should occur, you will have the option of transferring child to another location or receiving a refund.
•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, except class #126. 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 Par" I s ` & Kyle; Northport Soccer Field -55 & Sailor Lane;
Grandview Soccer Field -59` & Humboldt; Garden City Park -3501 65 AVE.
T -BALL LITTLE KICKERS
Going into kindergarten in fall `06 & `07. This is for kids who Going into kindergarten in fall `06 & `07. Program is
like to run, jump, throw, play games & have FUN! LEARN the noncompetitive, featuring drills & activities for our "Little
basic fundamentals of softball, good sportsmanship & play Kickers" to develop basic skills of soccer. It also offers positive
related skill games & relays. Registration Fee $45.00. coaching, smaller fields, scrimmages played five on five, with
# Days Begins Time Location everyone playing and fun for all. Registration Fee $45.00.
113 M &W June 12 6:00 p.m. Kylawn Park West # Days Begins Time Location
114 M &W June 12 6:00 p.m. Kylawn Park East 120 T &TH June 13 6:00 p.m. Evg. Football Field
T -BALL BUDDIES 121 T &TH June 13 6:00 p.m. Grandview Soccer Field
See description above. Same skills as T -Ball except
122 T &TH June 13 6:00 p.m. Northport Soccer Field
they get assistance from their adult buddy. Buddies KICKIN' KIDS I
stand behind their child in the field and assist in all Grades 1 -2 as of fall `06. This instructional program is designed
skill development. Coaches teach skills & help if you aren't for children to have FUN while LEARNING the fundamentals
sure. Buddies can be a parent, relative or friend. Minimum age of soccer. The program will be filled with many fun activities
for adult buddies 18. Buddies should attend at least 10 of the 12 so "kids" can learn the basic skills needed to play soccer and
sessions. Registration Fee $45.00. games will be played in July. Registration Fee $45.00.
# Days Begins Time Location
115 M &W June 12 6:00 p.m. Garden City Park # Days Begins Time Location
123 T &TH June 13 7:10 p.m. Evg. Football Field
"KIDS" INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL KICKIN' KIDS II
Grades 1 or 2 as of fall `06. Children will have FUN Grades 3 -5 as of fall `06. Participants in this fun instructional
while LEARNING good sportsmanship, teamwork and program will review and work on mastering the fundamentals
the fundamentals of softball. Registration Fee $45.00. of soccer. Majority of time spent playing soccer games.
# Days Begins Time Location Registration Fee $45.00.
116 M &W June 12 7:10 p.m. Kylawn Park East # Days Begins Time Location
117 M &W June 12 7:10 p.m. Garden City Park 124 T &TH June 13 7:10 p.m. Grandview Soccer Field
JUNIOR SOFTBALL SOCCER
Grades 3 -5 as of fall `06. An instructional program with Grades 4 -8 as of fall `06 who have previously played soccer &
emphasis on mastering skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. know the skills. (See Soccer Prep Camp.) The first night
Majority of time will be playing softball. Have fun while coaches will do a quick review of skills followed by a
continuing to develop softball skills. Registration Fee $45.00. scrimmage. The remaining weeks will be spent playing soccer
# Days Begins Time Location games. Registration Fee $45.00.
118 M &W June 12 7:10 p.m. Kylawn Park West # Days Begins Time Location
SOFTBALL 125 T &TH June 13 7:10 p.m. Northport Soccer Field
Grades 4 -8 in fall `06 who have played softball and know the SOCCER PREP CAMP —NEW
skills. Youth in grades 6 – 8 who have not had experience may For grades 6 -8. This camp is ideal for participants who have
also sign up. Coaches will review the first night. Games never played before or wish additional skill development before
scheduled the remaining weeks. Registration Fee $45.00. season begins. Camp 2 hours. Registration Fee $8.00/1 Session.
# Days Begins Time Location # Day Date Time Location
119 M &W June 12 7:10 p.m. Garden City Park 126 Sat. June 3 10:00 a.m. Evg. Football Field
Youth sports programs will not meet Thursday, June 22, Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
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Co m mun ity Bu lle ti n B oard
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS
Brooklyn Center Community Center is a smoke free building; [RA GRAM & CLASS LOCATIONS
alcohol is not permitted. For information on fees and unity Center
availability, call 763 -569 -3400. Room set -up, including tables hingle Creek Parkway
and chairs are included in fee. rossings /Brookwood
Constitution Hall 6201 N Lilac Dr
Constitution Hall is available for business and club meetings Brown Terrace
and private functions. A great place to host a family reunion, Summit Dr N
shower, graduation or anniversary party. The building may also ls
be reserved for overnight functions. Room set -up, P.A. system, Brown –1500 59 Ave N
and use of the remodeled kitchen are included in the usage fee. aks – 5600 65 Ave N This unique room can accommodate up to 190 persons with en City – 3500 65 Ave N
banquet style seating and 250 for lecture style. View Junior High – 69` & Zane Ave
Philip Q. Cohen Community Room r Lake – 7300 W Palmer Lake Dr
This room, located on the upper level of the community center
is available for small group functions. Room capacity for
theatre style seating is 80, classroom style at 30 and banquet TARGET CENTER EVENTS
style 50. Included in the usage fee is a small service kitchen Get tickets for this great event! The Cities of Brooklyn Center,
with sink, coffee pots and refrigerator. Crystal, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale and New Hope are joining
together to offer great ticket deals for some upcoming events.
FUN SUMMER JOBS Tickets are available for children and adults of all ages!
Soccer instructor! T- ball/softball instructor! Summer Fun Reservations for these tickets are now in progress. Tickets
Squad leader! Lifeguard! Swim instructor! For information may be ordered over the phone with Visa or MasterCard by
about these positions, call Brooklyn Center Community calling 763 -569 -3400.
Activities, Recreation, & Services Department, 763 -569 -3400. A limited number of tickets are available. Ticket Pick -Up: You
will be notified when the tickets arrive, approximately seven
ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR -Earle Brown Days days before the performance date, at the Brooklyn Center
Exhibitor Applications Community Center. Participants provide their own
Be an exhibitor for the 17' annual Earle Brown Days Arts & transportation. Please arrive at the Target Center '/2 hour early.
Crafts Fair! Saturday, June 24, 9 a.m. to dusk in Brooklyn
Center Central Park, 694 & Shingle Creek Pkwy. Fee is $45/ Harlem Globetrotters
space. Handcrafted Items! For form, call 763 -569 -3406. On Saturday, April 15, the world's greatest showmen
will bring their "unstoppable" world tour back.
MOMS CLUB Having delighted over 123 million fans in 117
MOMS Club is an international, non - profit support group for countries, the world- famous Harlem Globetrotters
part-time or full -time stay -at -home moms. Brooklyn Center have entertained fans around the world for over 80
chapter (also serves North Mpls.) has activities every week for years. As a special bonus, you are invited to enter the doors
moms and their children including park play days, playgroups early for a pre -game photo session (10:45 – 11:30 a.m.) &
at members' homes, babysitting co -op, MOMS night out, craft Globetrotter University chalk talk (11:30 a.m. – Noon) where
days, community service projects and more. For information, you'll have opportunity to interact with some of these world –
call Aimee at 763 -503 -6885. class athletes. Game time 1:00 p.m. The cost is $21 per person
for lower level reserved seating. Children age two and older
MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADULT need a ticket. March 20, reservation deadline. Event #660.
CHILDREN — NEW
A new evening support group specifically for adult children AFTERNOON CONCERT SERIES — New
caring for a parent or grandparent with Alzheimer's disease or a Transportation from Brooklyn Center Community Center is
related memory loss will begin soon. This will be a safe & provided for adults 60 years and older to these free concerts
welcoming place to meet others who are affected with similar performed by professional musicians. There is a requested $3
issues, gather information & resources and receive support donation for the round trip transportation provided by 5 Cities
throughout the various stages of this journey. For info, contact Transportation program. Lunch or dessert costs are on your
Janelle, Alzheimer's Association volunteer facilitator at 763- own. Feb. 23, Schubert Club, Noon, at the Landmark Center.
566 -1495 ext. 101. Location, time and date is yet to be Optional lunch at Anita's Cafe. Depart Anita's at Landmark at
determined. Our support groups are open to the public and free 2 p.m. March 3, MacPhail Center for Performing Arts,
of charge. Information about Alzheimer's disease and other 12:15 p.m., at MacPhail Center. Optional lunch at Milda's.
support groups in your area can be obtained by calling the Depart Milda's for home 2:20 p.m. March 25, Minnesota
Alzheimer's Association at 1- 800 - 232 -0851. Sinfonia, 2 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Mary's. Depart Basilica
for home 3:45 p.m. To register for the concerts, call 763-531 -
Persons with hearing or speech impairment are served by 1259 at least one week before each concert. Space is limited.
the MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice.) Pick up times vary depending on concert.
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PARKS AND SCHOOLS
_ 25 Northport School
I Arboretum 13 Evergreen School 5421 Brooklyn Boulevard
61 & Major Avenue 7020 Dupont Avenue 26 Odyssey Charter School
2 Bellvue Park 14 Firehouse Park 6201 Noble Avenue
55 & Aldrich Avenue 65 & Bryant Avenue 27 Orchard Lane Park
3 Bob Cahlander Park 15 Freeway Park 65 & Orchard Lane
65` &Brooklyn Boulevard 67 &Beard Avenue 28 Palmer Lake Nature Area
4 Brooklyn Center High School 16 Garden City Park 69 Avenue between
6500 Humboldt Avenue 65 & Brooklyn Boulevard East & West Palmer Parks
5 Centerbrook Golf Course 17 Garden City School 29 Palmer Lake School
5500 N Lilac Drive 3501 65 Avenue 7300 W Palmer Lake Drive
6 Central Park 18 Grandview Park 30 Riverdale Park
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 60 & Humboldt Avenue Dallas & Riverdale Road
7 Central Park West 19 Happy Hollow Park 31 St School
63 & Brooklyn Drive 50 & Abbott Avenue 71 & Halifax Avenue
8 City Hall 20 Kylawn Park 32 Twin Lake Park
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 61 & Kyle Avenue 5 8 & Major Avenue
9 Community Center 21 Lions Park 33 Wangstad Park
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 55 & Russell Avenue 61 France Avenue
10 Earle Brown School 22 Marlin Park 34 West Palmer Park
72
1500 59 Avenue Marlin Drive & Indiana Avenue nd & W Palmer Lake Drive
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11 East Palmer Park 23 N Mississippi Regional Park 35 Willow Lane Early Childhood
71 & Oliver Avenue 57t 36 Willow Lane Park
h & Lyndale (entrance) Wil Perry Avenue
12 Evergreen Park 24 Northport Park
72 & Bryant Avenue 55 & Sailor Lane 69 & Orchard Avenue
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Centerbrook Golf Course
5500 N Lilac Dr
CENTERBROOK (across Hwy. 100 from Brookdale Mall)
BROOKLYN cENTFR 763- 561 -3239
Open to the public! Reservations taken!
Club rental! Snack bar! Company parties! Tournaments invited!
2006 LEAGUES
For adults ages 18 & over, seniors 55+ and youth ages 8 -17
using handicap system with special weekly events and prizes.
LEAGUE REGISTRATION FORMAT – 2005 LEAGUE MEMBERS ONLY
League registration begins Monday, March 6 and runs through Thursday, March 23.
Centerbrook Clubhouse hours are 1 -5 p.m. Monday – Friday; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday. (Closed on Sundays.) 4i
RULES
Only league members from the 2005 season can sign -up between March 6 -23. You must sign -up for the same day and tee time as the
2005 season. There is no rush to sign -up; you are guaranteed the same day & tee time as last year. One person may sign -up for entire
foursome as long as the entire entry fee is paid and at least two members of foursome played in last year's 2005 league. All league
entry fees must be paid at time of registration. Registration forms must have full name, address and phone number of each person.
2006 LEAGUE OPEN REGISTRATION
Open registration begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 25 for new league members on a first -come, first -served basis. If necessary,
numbers will be given out at 9:30 a.m. Register at Centerbrook Golf Course. Golfers who would like to be subs in any of our leagues
should also register beginning March 25.
MEN'S LEAGUE SENIOR LEAGUE
When: Tee times beginning at 3:00 p.m. Who: Men and women 55 years and older.
Thursdays for 16 weeks, April 27 — August 10. When: Tee times beginning at 7:00 a.m.
Fee : $ 30 plus weekly green fees. Tuesdays for 20 weeks, April 25 — September 12.
Fee: $30 plus weekly green fees.
WEDNESDAY MORNING WOMEN'S LEAGUE YOUTH LEAGUE
When: Tee times beginning at 8:00 a.m. Who: Girls and boys ages 8 -17.
Wednesdays for 21 weeks, April 26 — September 13. When: Tee times beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Fee: $30 plus weekly green fees. Wednesdays for 10 weeks, June 14 — August 16.
Fee : $ 15 plus weekly green fees.
THURSDAY MORNING WOMEN'S LEAGUE End of season picnic is August 16.
When: Tee times beginning at 7:00 a.m.
Thursdays for 21 weeks, April 27 — September 14.
Fee : $ 30 plus weekly green fees.
MONDAY EVENING WOMEN'S LEAGUE
When: Tee times beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Mondays for 13 weeks, May 1 — August 7. FRIDAY EVENING COUPLE'S LEAGUE
Fee : $ 30 plus weekly green fees. When: Tee times beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Fridays for 16 weeks, April 28 — August 25.
WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S LEAGUE Fee: $50.00 per couple plus weekly green fees.
No golf May 19, May 26
When: Tee times beginning at 4:40 p.m.
Wednesdays for 16 weeks, April 26 — August 9. pASSCARD &INDIVIDUAL ROUND RATES
Fee : $ 30 plus weekly green fees.
Attention League Members & Golfers: Save money!
Buy our 10 round passcard.
(Save price of one round of golf by purchasing a passcard.)
P ass card Rates: Jr. /Sr. $99.00, Adult - $108.00
Visa and MasterCard accepted. Weekend - $112.50
Individual Rates: Jr. /Sr. $11.00, Adult - $12.00
Weekend - $12.50
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Golf Activities continued
GOLF LESSONS
Centerbrook Golf Course offers a wide range of lessons designed for all abilities, beginner to experienced. Below is a list of golf
activities for May. Registration is on a first -come, first -served basis. Registration begins Monday, March 6. Centerbrook Golf Course
hours for registration are 1 -5 p.m. Monday — Friday; 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. Saturday. (Closed on Sundays.)
BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF YOUTH BASIC FUNDAMENTAL
LESSONS CLASSES
Swing into spring with easy and fun golf lessons. Learn to play golf the right way with these easy
One FREE round of golf is included. Limited to and fun lessons just for juniors, ages 8 and up.
8 golfers, minimum of 5. Bring a 9 iron or Minimum 4, maximum 8 golfers per class.
wedge to the first class or we will furnish you Bring your clubs or we will provide clubs for the lessons. One
with clubs. Classes meet twice a week for one FREE round of golf is included. Classes meet once a week for 3
hour. Registration Fee 60.00/5 Lessons. weeks. Classes one hour. Registration Fee $32.00/3 Lessons.
# Days Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
1 M &W May 1 6:30 p.m. Centerbrook 5 Wed. May 3 4:30 p.m. Centerbrook
2 M &W May 1 7:30 p.m. Centerbrook 6 Wed. May 3 5:30 p.m. Centerbrook
3 M &W May 22 6:30 p.m. Centerbrook
4 M &W May 22 7:30 p.m. Centerbrook
PRIVATE LESSONS
Additional lessons will be scheduled Private lessons will be offered. Time of lessons to be scheduled
in June, July & August. with instructor. Registration Fee $30.00 per half hour or $40.00
per hour.
# Day Begins Time Location
INTERMEDIATE GOLF LESSONS 7 To be arranged — Call 763 -561 -3239
Prerequisite is Basic Fundamental Golf Lessons. This class is
for golfers who need a refresher on consistency and confidence. GIFT CERTIFICATES
Golfers will draw from fundamental techniques already learned. Gift - certificates are available at Centerbrook Golf Course and
Classes formed as requested. Limit 6 golfers, minimum of 4. may be purchased for any amount. They can be used for golf
One FREE round of golf is included. Classes meet twice a week lessons, passes or merchandise. For sale are golf balls, gloves,
for one hour. Registration Fee $60.00/5 Lessons. putters, clubs, bags, and some clothing items. They make a
great gift for any occasion.
ennis Cessons 3
KID'S BEGINNING TENNIS ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
LESSONS Beginning instruction for adults. You will learn basic ground
® Beginning instruction for children in strokes, serves and volley techniques. Bring your own racquet;
grades 3 -6. Learn the forehand, balls are furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks.
backhand, serving, court rules, etiquette, Registration Fee $25.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
scoring. Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. Classes # Days Begins Time Location
meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $25.00/6 361 M &W May 15 6:20 p.m. BCHS
Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
# Days Begins Time Location
359 M &W May 15 4:00 p.m. Evergreen Park
TEEN TENNIS LESSONS
TENNIS LESSON LOCATIONS
Instruction for students in grades 7 -12. You
will learn basic ground strokes, serves and
volley techniques. Bring your own racquet; BCHS, Brooklyn Center High School
balls are famished. Classes meet twice a week 65th & Humboldt
for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $25.00/6
Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Evergreen Park Courts
# Days Begins Time Location 72nd & Bryant Ave N
360 M &W May 15 5:15 p.m. BCHS
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Aquatics Activities
Registration begins Saturday, March 4. Numbers handed out at 8:30 a.m.
Registration follows immediately. 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 are held at the Community Center. No class on Monday, May 29.
SWIM LESSON LEVELS PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN SWIM LESSONS
We are excited to introduce the new American Red Cross classes for children 4 years of age and
American Red Cross Swimming older. Some children may be tested the first day to ensure
correct swim level. Classes have an average ratio of 5 students/
Program, which now follows the new instructor. Parents do not accompany child in water.
SIX level approach Learn to Swim Registration Fee $40.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Program. Please refer to the level # Day Begins Time Level
descriptions and choose the level that 400 Tues. Mar. 28 5:10 p.m. 1 -5
best fits your child's ability. 401 Tues. Mar. 28 5:45 p.m. 1 -5
Welcome to our exciting program! 402 Tues. Mar. 28 6:20 p.m. 1 -5
403 Tues. Mar. 28 6:55 p.m. 1 -6
Level l: Introduction to Water Skills 404 Tues. Mar. 28 7:30 p.m. 1 -6
Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding & breath 405 Wed. Mar. 29 4:45 p.m. 1 -5
control. Focus is on allowing child to become comfortable in 406 Wed. Mar. 29 5:20 p.m. 1 -6
water & work on beginner skills. No previous skills needed. 407 Wed. Mar. 29 6:00 p.m. 1 -5
408 Thurs. Mar. 30 5:10 p.m. 1 -5
Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills 409 Thurs. Mar. 30 5:45 p.m. 1 -5 410 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:20 p.m. 1 -5
Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl along 411 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:55 p.m. 1 -6
with rhythmic breathing. Students must pass level 1 or be able 412 Thurs. Mar. 30 7:30 p.m. 1 -6
to float on their front and back independently. 413 Sat. April 1 9:00 a.m. 1 -6
414 Sat. April 1 9:35 a.m. 1 -5
Level 3: Stroke Development 415 Sat. April 1 10:10 a.m. 1 -5
Builds on skills of level 2. Focus is on stroke development 416 Sat. April 1 10:45 a.m. 1 -5
with front and back crawl. The butterfly kick and body motion
are introduced. Treading water and dives are introduced. Must
have the ability to swim 20 yards with both front and back LIL' TOTS SWIM LESSONS
crawl. Check out this class for your littlest
swimmer! For children ages 34. A
Level 4: Stroke Improvement great start to lessons! Class is
Builds on level 3. Students work on the breaststroke, butterfly, specifically designed for your little
back crawl, and elementary backstroke, along with safety one's comfort level and needs.
skills and sidestroke kick. Students develop endurance and *Class #'s 417, 418, 419 & 420 may
confidence in previously learned strokes. Must be able to swim swim before or after their lesson.
40 yards with both front & back crawl. Limited to 4 participants per class.
Classes 30 min. (No class Monday, May 29)
Level 5: Stroke Refinement Once a week $48.00/10 Lessons with Extended Swim
Must have passed level 4 or swim 50 yards of front and back 417* Mon. Mar. 27 10:30 a.m. Community Center
crawl and demonstrate the sidestroke. Students coordinate and 418* Mon. Mar. 27 1:00 p.m. Community Center
refine key strokes such as butterfly, breaststroke, front crawl, 419* Tues. Mar. 28 1:00 p.m. Community Center
back crawl, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke. They will 420* Fri. Mar. 31 11:15 a.m. Community Center
also work on flip turns, open turns, and dives. Once a week $40.00/10 Lessons
421 Tues. Mar. 28 5:10 p.m. Community Center
Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proriciency 422 Tues. Mar. 28 5:45 p.m. Community Center
Must swim 20 yards of breaststroke and sidestroke; 75 yards 423 Tues. Mar. 28 6:20 p.m. Community Center
424 Thurs. Mar. 30 5:10 p.m. Community Center
of front &back crawl. Polish strokes to allow swimming with 425 Thurs. Mar. 30 5:45 p.m. Community Center
more ease, efficiency and power over greater distances. 426 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:20 p.m. Community Center
Students will work on strokes focusing on being able to 427 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:55 p.m. Community Center
complete 500 yards of continuous swimming using all strokes 428 Sat. April 1 9:35 a.m. Community Center
learned in previous levels including turns, survival floats, and 429 Sat. April 1 10:10 a.m. Community Center
feet first surface dives. 430 Sat. April 1 10:45 a.m. Community Center
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Aquatic Activities continued
PRESCHOOL /KINDERGARTEN LESSONS SYNCHRONIZED SWIM CLASS
Weekday Morning Extended Swim included in the cost of the Are you a level 4 or above swimmer? If so, try
lessons. Minimum age 4. Students may swim between 9 a.m.— synchronized swimming! Learn basic synchro
1 p.m. in the wading pool or with an adult in the shallow end of skills and a routine. For the beginner and
the pool. Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons with extended advanced beginner. Instructor USA Synchro Level I.
swim. Classes 30 min. Registration Fee $50.00110 Lessons. Classes 45 min.
# Day Begins Time Levels # Day Begins Time Location
431 Mon. Mar. 27 9:30 a.m. 1 -2 459 Sat. April 1 10:10 p.m. Community Center
432 Mon. Mar. 27 10:00 a.m. 1 -2
433 Wed. Mar. 29 10:30 a.m. 1 -2 JUNE JUMP START
434 Wed. Mar. 29 11:00 a.m. 1 -2
435 Wed. Mar. 29 11:30 a.m. 1 -2 Looking for a way to jump start your summer!
436 Fri. Mar. 31 11:45 a.m. 1 -2 Come in for a mini session of lessons before
437 Fri. Mar. 31 12:15 p.m. 1 -2 ca °o summer is in full swing. Each session contains
4 lessons, each 45 minutes in length. Choose
AFTERNOON — CHILDREN SWIM LESSONS either Mon. & Wed. or Tues. & Thurs. for 2
For children ages 4 — 18. Some children may be, weeks. For children 4 years of age & older. Some children may
tested the first day to insure correct swim level. -�'9 be tested the first day to ensure correct swim level. Classes
Extended swim included in cost of lessons. have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not
Students registered for afternoon lessons may swim before or accompany child in water. Classes held at Brooklyn Center
after their lesson. (Between hours of 1 -5:30 p.m.) Note: We will Community Center. Registration Fee $25.00/4 Lessons. Classes
try and accommodate specific lesson times; there maw 45 min.
changes on first day of lessons due to level enrollment # Day Begins Time Level
Registration Fee $48.00/10 Lessons with extended swim. 460 M &W June 5 5:30 p.m. 1 -2
Classes 30 min. (No class Monday, May 29.) 461 M &W June 5 6:30 p.m. 1 -3
# Day Begins Time Level 462 T &TH June 6 5:30 p.m. 1 -2
438 Mon. Mar. 27 1:30 p.m. 4 -6 463 T &TH June 6 6:30 p.m. 1 -3
439 Mon. Mar. 27 2:05 p.m. 1 -3
440 Mon. Mar. 27 2:40 p.m. 4 - 6 ADULT & SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
441 Mon. Mar. 27 3:15 p.m. 1 -3
442 Tues. Mar. 28 1:30 p.m. 4 -6 Have you ever wanted to learn to swim or improve your
443 Tues. Mar. 28 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 strokes? Men and women ages 16 and up. The focus is on
444 Tues. Mar. 28 2:40 p.m. 4 -6 individual needs and everyone is welcome regardless of skill
445 Tues. Mar. 28 3:15 p.m. 1 -3 level. Registration Fee $40.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
446 Tues. Mar. 28 4:00 p.m. 1 -4 # Day Begins Time Location
447 Tues. Mar. 28 4:35 p.m. 1 -4 464 Tues. Mar. 28 7:30 p.m. Community Center
448 Thurs. Mar. 30 1:30 p.m. 1 -3 465 Thurs. Mar. 30 7:30 p.m. Community Center
449 Thurs. Mar. 30 2:05 p.m. 1 -3 466 Sat. April 1 9:35 a.m. Community Center
450 Thurs. Mar. 30 2:40 p.m. 4 -6
451 Thurs. Mar. 30 3:15 p.m. 1 - 3 PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS - By Arrangement
452 Thurs. Mar. 30 4:00 p.m. 1 -4 For all levels, children or adults. The focus is on individual
453 Thurs. Mar. 30 4:35 p.m. 1 -4 needs and we will design a lesson to help you be successful.
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS Must be at least 6 years old. Class ratio one student to one
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons �� 1 instructor. Missed lessons will not be made up. Registration
for children 18 months – 3 years. One parent r Fee $15.00 for one 30 minute lesson.
must accompany the child in the water. # Day Begins Time Location
Children must wear a swim diaper. Registration Fee 467 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
$40.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location
454 Tues. Mar. 28 6:20 p.m. Community Center ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
455 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:20 p.m. Community Center Scheduled and by arrangement times available for individuals
456 Sat. April 1 10:10 a.m. Community Center of all ages with physical or developmental disabilities. Ratio
one student/one instructor. Missed lessons will not be made
SPRINGBOARD DIVING up. Registration Fee $80.00/10 Lessons. (Class #471 by
Learn forward and back approaches, setting the board arrangement only.) Registration Fee $8.00 for one 30 minute
�l for spring, terms, positions, and basic front and back lesson.
/ dives. Must be at level 4 swimming ability. # Day Begins Time Location
Registration Fee $40.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 468 Tues. Mar. 28 6:55 p.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location 469 Thurs. Mar. 30 7:30 p.m. Community Center
457 Thurs. Mar. 30 7:30 p.m. Community Center 470 Sat. April 1 9:00 a.m. Community Center
458 Sat. April 1 10:45 a.m. Community Center 471 By arrangement only. Call Natalie at 763 -569 -3317.
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Aquatic Activities continued
LIFEGUARD TRAINING WATERFRONT LIFEGUARD
Would you like to work at a pool? Then this American Red TRAINING
Cross class is for you! This course will emphasize victim Are you interested in working at a beach? Learn the
recognition, surveillance and equipment -based rescues. skills needed to prevent and respond to emergencies at a
Includes Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional waterfront facility. In order to take part in this class, you must
Rescuer. Must be 15 years old by last day of class & pass pre- have a current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid
course test. Class #472 meets 4 hours each night. Mon. April 3, certificate as well as CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 5:30 -9:30 p.m. & April 29, 11 a.m.— 6 Registration Fee $50.0011 Session. Class 6 hours.
p.m. Class #473 meets Fri. April 21, 6 -10 p.m., Sat. April 22, # Day Date Time Location
11 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun. April 23, 12 -5 p.m., Fri. April 28, 6 -10 477 Sat. May 20 10:00 a.m. Community Center
p.m., Sat. April 29, 11 a.m. -6 p.m., Sun. April 30, 12 -5 p.m.
Registration Fee $180.00, includes book & pocket mask.
No refunds issued after March 27. GUARD START: LIFEGUARDING
# Day Begins Time Location TOMORROW
472 Mon. April 3 5:30 p.m. Community Center For ages 12 -14. Get a jump -start into Lifeguard
No refunds issued after April 14. Training! Must be able to swim the front crawl
473 Fri. April 21 See above. Community Center continuously for 25 yards, tread water for one minute and
Sat. & Sun. submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater. All
materials are included in the fee. Registration Fee $66.00/4
COMPETITIVE Lessons. Classes 3 hours.
For those who may be interested in joining # Day Begins Time Location
a swim team. Stroke analysis and 478 Sat. April 8 12:00 p.m. Community Center
development, speed turns and starts and basic fitness will be
emphasized. Minimum swim ability is level 6. Registration Fee WATER SAFETY AIDE
$40.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. If you are interested in teaching swim lessons, this is the place
# Day Begins Time Location to start! Ages 12 & up with a level 6 swimming ability.
474 Tues. Mar. 28 7:30 p.m. Community Center Students will learn the skills and techniques to aid in the
instruction of quality lessons. Participants will work with
SENSATIONAL SWIMMING FOR TEENS experienced instructors during our swim lesson program as an
Are you between the ages of 11 -18 and want to learn how to apprentice. All materials are included in the fee. Registration
swim? This is the class for you! Join us and build your Fee $65.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
confidence in the water. The focus is on individual needs and # Day Begins Time Location
everyone is welcome! Registration Fee $40.00/10 Lessons. 479 Tues. Mar. 28 1:30 p.m. Community Center
Classes 30 minutes. 480 Tues. Mar. 28 5:45 p.m. Community Center
# Day Begins Time Location 481 Thurs. Mar. 30 6:20 p.m. Community Center
475 Thurs. Mar. 30 7:30 p.m. Community Center 482 Sat. April 1 9:35 a.m. Community Center
476 Sat. April 1 10:45 a.m. Community Center 483 By arrangement only. Call Natalie 763 -569 -3317
GROUP POOL RENTAL INFORMATION
For information on rental costs and availability, call Kirsten or Natalie at 763 -569 -3317. Lifeguards provided for rentals.
Community Center Pool & Water Slide North View Pool Rental
Looking for an idea for your group's next gathering? For an exclusive pool party, try North View Junior High Pool at
Try a pool rental! 69`" & Zane AVE N.
Try the wild 150' water slide, diving boards, It is available for rental for groups of all sizes.
water volleyball and more! Reservation requested a minimum of two weeks in advance.
DOLPHIN BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGE
For children ages 14 & under. Adult making birthday reservation is responsible for supervising party. Room
limit 25 including supervising parents. Reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance. A $20.00 NON-
REFUNDABLE DOWN PAYMENT IS REQUIRED TO HOLD A RESERVATION. To make a reservation,
call 763 -569 -3400 Mon. -Fri. between 9:30 a.m. — 4 p.m. Pool admission for adults and youth 15 & older are not
included in birthday party package. Minimum height to go down water slide is 52 ". Children less than 52" must
pass a swim test to use the slide or be accompanied by an adult. You may bring commercially prepared or store
bought cake, ice cream, pre - packaged beverages (no red, orange or grape dye) and/or order pizza from
restaurants. No other food items, including crock pots, salads, sandwiches, or homemade items permitted. Swimsuits required in
swimming pooG
COST of $35.00 includes use of party room for 1 hour, 15 minutes, pool admission for up to 10 children;
unlimited water slide rides for up to 10 children.
(Fee for additional children is $4.00 each.) (Adults pay regular admission rates.)
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Friday, March 31 -1 -8 p.m. Slide Open (Music 3 -7 p.m.)
Friday, April 14 -1 -8 p.m. Slide Open (Music 3 -7 p.m.)
Spectacular times with your friends as you enjoy a break from school. Enjoy the tropical air &
warm water. It will feel like you are south of the border. Play water volleyball! Bring your floats,
try the water slide or be adventurous and jump from one of the diving boards.
Note: Not all school districts are off these days. Please check your child's school calendar.
super Spl DaN swim With Mom
Saturday, April 8, 2 -5 p.m. Sunday, May 14,1-5 p.m.
Come in for a splendid day of splashing fun! Join us for No matter what age she is, bring your mom swimming
an exciting afternoon of games, prizes and tons of fun! for FREE on Mother's Day! Moms receive free
Win exciting swimming related prizes like swim toys, admission to the pool & water slide when accompanied
goggles and so many more fun things. by one or more children at regular price. A great
opportunity for moms & kids to have fun together!
Easter Egg- Stravaganza• Hip Hop Nights*
Saturday, April 15,1-8 p.m. Friday, March 17, Saturday, April 8, &
Join us for an Egg - staordinary fun day with Saturday, May 13, 5 -8 p.m.
music and volleyball. With each paid Pump it up! Get down with your favorite Hip Hop Hits!
admission to the pool, pick an egg out of Join our special DJ who will be spinning the tunes for a
our basket and open it to see what you've jammin' good time!
won! It may be candy or small prizes... and
if you're really lucky, a free pool and slide 4 SC hoo[s out swim Bas h *
pass or an Easter prize!
Friday, June 9,1 p.m.
Enjoy one of your first days of summer vacation at the
° pool. A great way to celebrate that summer is here.
*General Admission Bring your pool floatable items, try a slide down the
o water slide, or take an adventurous jump from the diving
Prices Apply boards! Enjoy great tunes poolside! All school age
children grades K -12 can pay regular pool admissiono
and ride the waterslide for FREE! Music from 3 -7 p.m. e
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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.
•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 ages 17 & younger or full -time students ages 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 SGhedule Exercise Room $ Sauna
I Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year Monday, Wednesday Monday, Wednesday
Individual $24.00 $65.00 $115.00 $187.00 & Friday & Friday
9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Dual $32.00 $86.00 $154.00 $250.00
(Adults only - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) (Adults only - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Senior $18.00 1 $49.00 $86.00 $162.00
Tuesday &Thursday Tuesday &Thursday
Senior Dual $26.00 $70.00 $125.00 $234.00 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Household $37.00 $100.00 $178.00 $289.00 (Adults only - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) (Adults only - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Household+ $5.00/ $15.00/ $30.00/ $60.00/ Saturday Saturday
dependent dependent dependent dependent 1 - 8 p.m. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
(Adults only - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
*PUNCH CARD PRICES -Pool, Exercise Room, Sauna Sunday Sunday
1 - 5 p.m. 1 - 5 p.m.
10 25 50 100
Punches Punches Punches Punches Water Slide SGhedule
Child up to age 14 & $23.50 $56.25 $106.00 $200.00
Senior 62 & up Monday &Friday Saturday
5 -8p.m. 1 -8p.m.
Adult age 15 & up $33.00 $78.75 $148.50 $280.00 Wednesday Sunday
6 -8p.m. 1 -5p.m.
*Use of water slide is an extra $1.50 per time
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.
• Wading Pool - Children 6 & younger when supervised by
GENERAL ADMISSION PRICES an adult.
With Slide Without Slide • Water Slide - The recreation department reserves the right
to open the water slide during non - scheduled times. Children
Children up to age 14 & $4.00 $2.50 who are less than 52" tall and wish to use the water slide
Senior Adult (62 & older) must pass swim test or be accompanied by an adult.
Youth ages 15 -17 & $5.00 $3 • Exercise Room - For ages 15 and older. Shirts and tennis
Adult (18 & over) shoes required. Basic exercise room orientation, see page 16.
• Sauna - For ages 18 and older. Children younger than this
will not be allowed even if accompanied by an adult.
• Locker Rooms - Coin operated lockers provided. Secure
Community Center Pool, your belongings for 25¢. No children over age 5 allowed in
Water Slide & Exercise Room opposite gender locker rooms. Family locker rooms
Closed available.
Sunday, April 16 - Easter • Game Room - Pool table, air hockey, & video games!
Monday, May 29 - Memorial Day • Vending Machines - Candy, beverage & snack items are
available for sale.
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Registration and General Information
REGISTRATION Refund Procedure Art /Cooking/Holiday Class
Begins Saturday, March 4 at the Requests for refunds must be made at Participants
Brooklyn Center Community Center. least 24 hours before the first class. If Young artists and cooks may get food,
Please make checks payable to the Cily you find it necessary to cancel after the paint, glue or other art media on their
of Brooklyn Center. first class, make your request 24 hours clothing and shoes while in class.
Visa and MasterCard are accepted. before the second class. Class will be Children should dress in old clothes and/
prorated. Sorry, no refunds will be or bring an old paint shirt or apron.
All Class Registration issued after the second class.
Saturday, March 4
Numbers handed out at 8:30 a.m. Programs that were paid with a credit Discipline
Registration will follow immediately. card will be credited to the account. To insure a quality experience for all
Registration continues until classes fill. Programs that were paid with cash or children, a policy of discipline has been
check will be refunded by check. Refund created. Students will be given the rules
Senior Adult Registration checks will be mailed; please allow 2 -3 of class orally on the first day of class.
Friday, March 3 weeks. Students who do not follow the
Register at customer service counter, established rules set by the instructor
lower level. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. will be given one warning. If they
choose not to follow the rules a second
Refund Procedure for Holiday and time, they will be sent home from class
Mail -In Registration One -Day Classes and will not be allowed to return.
Mail -In registration accepted beginning Requests for refunds must be made at No money will be refunded
March 6. Complete registration form on least seven days before the class date.
the back page. Please include payment. Sorry, no refunds will be issued later Late Pickup Fee
Mail to: Brooklyn Center Recreation than seven days before the class date. If a child is not picked up immediately
Department, 6301 Shingle Creek after class, a $5 fee will be charged for
Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. every 10 minutes after class ending time.
Inclement Weather
Phone- In/Fax -In Registration If classes or other recreation activities
Phone -In and Fax -In registration are canceled due to inclement weather, Auxiliary Aids
accepted beginning March 6. Please we will attempt to make them up. Auxiliary aids for persons with
have your Visa or MasterCard number Sometimes circumstances beyond our disabilities are available upon request at
ready. Phone -In and Fax -In registration control do not make this possible. least 96 hours in advance. For more
hours are Monday — Saturday from information, please call the director at
9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. & Sunday from 763 -569 -3407. Persons with hearing or
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. For fax -in registration, Questionable weather speech impairment are served by the
please use registration form on back Programs may be canceled due to MN Relay Service, 711 (TTY/Voice).
page. Fax # is 763 -569 -3434. weather conditions. Call 763 -569 -3442
for a recorded message about activity
Registration is on a first -come, first- cancellations. Cancellations may be Liability
served basis. Instructors are not announced on WCCO -AM 830. The Brooklyn Center Community
permitted to accept registration. The Activities, Recreation and Services
recreation department reserves the right Spectators Department does not provide accident
to cancel classes when an insufficient Class attendance is limited to insurance for participants in any of its
number of people have signed up. participants. Spectators, including programs. Participants assume all
Waiting lists are kept for classes that are parents, children, siblings and friends, inherent risk of injury from their
full. If there are sufficient requests and if are not allowed except with permission. involvement in programs or activities
space and an instructor are available, outlined in this brochure.
additional classes may be formed. Register Early
Most of the programs or activities have a Community enter Recreation
minimum and maximum number of Department Office Hours
Financial Assistance registrants. Some fill to capacity early. 763-569-3400
Limited financial assistance funds are In other cases, if they appear to be under
available to Brooklyn Center residents enrolled, we have to cancel activities Monday — Saturday
who could not otherwise take a class due several days before the starting date.
to financial reasons. For information, There have been instances where I I I '
call the director at 763 -569 -3407. individuals have expressed an interest in
Financial Assistance not available on a program that has already been Sunday
Holiday & One -Day Classes. canceled. In either case, it is highly I i
advantageous to register early!!
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Don't be disappointed! Register NOW for Summer Youth Sports!
Programs begin the week of June 12. For information, see page 25.
Mail -In or Fax -In Registration Form (Use separate form for each person.) Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission
Name Gender: Male Female The Parks and Recreation
Address Commission meets the third
Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at
City Zip Code City Hall. This commission
Phone H) W) advises the City Council on the
parks and recreation program in
Class # Class Name Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson,
Class # Class Name chairperson; John Russell; Tom
Shinnick; Gail Ebert; Richard
Child's Birth Date Grade Amount Paid Theis; Roger Peterson; Muriel Lee.
Form of payment: ❑Check Department Mission
Credit Card Information: ❑Visa ❑MasterCard Dedicated to the citizens of
Brooklyn Center that they may
Card Holder's Name Exp. Date share in the God given right to
Number beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility,
3 Digit # on Back and to the end that each may herein
Special Needs (including food allergies): find the laughter of childhood, the
acceptance of youth, the
fulfillment of adult life, and the
For swim lessons, indicate swim level companionship of old age, through
Youth Sports T -Shirt Size . Be on same team as a healthy, satisfying use of leisure
Registration card is for mail -in and fax -in only and will not be accepted before time.
March 6, 2006. For registration information, see page 35.
Presorted Standard
City of U.S. Postage
BROOKLYN Paid
CENTER Permit No. 2170
Minneapolis, MN
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center MN 55430