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A community neitsleticr puhli.shecl hY the City ofBrooklyn Center, No. 90
Feb /March 1994
New restaurant at Earle Brown
Heritage Center to debut in April
Earle's, a unique new special recognized as an owner and manager
occasion restaurant, is expected to of fine restaurants, including Azur and
open April 15 at Earle Brown Linguini & Bob's in downtown �•' i � .�
Heritage Center. Located in the Inn Minneapolis.
on the Farm, at 6150 Summit Drive Steve Barrett, manager of Inn on the
North, the new restaurant will bring Farm, will supervise the new
gourmet country cuisine to the restaurant's operations. Earle's will be
North Metro area. open Friday and Saturday evenings,
"We view Earle's as an exciting with seating by reservation only.
new addition to the dining choices Information is available by calling Inn
available in the Twin Cities area," on the Farm, 569 -6 ,fl. BC
said Judith Bergeland, Heritage
Center general manager, " a place
where our guests can step back in
time to enjoy fine dining the way it
used to be in a beautiful historic 6M Avenue pro vons award
setting."
Bergeland described the The City Engineer, :association of
restaurant as a "logical extension" Minnesota (CEAM) has awarded Parks and Recreation
of the many services already Brooklyn Center's 69th Avenue street
available at Heritage Center. improvement project its 1994 Spring Brochure
" Earle's will enable us to better Municipal Project of the Year award. Page
serve guests of Inn on the Farm and The project was jointl} nominated by
the users of our convention and the City of Brooklyn Center and by
exhibit facilities, at the same time Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH), the
allowing us to maximize use of our consulting engineers «ho designed the INSIDE SCOOP
existing kitchen facilities." project and managed its construction.
D'Amico Catering, Inc., which Nominated projects -,Here judged based Business Connection 2
already manages Heritage Center's on the following criteria: Volunteers Needed 2
North Metro's Award 3
on -site catering operations, will also ■public benefit and services
be involved in the management of ■cost effectiveness Calendar of Events 3
Earle's. D'Amico is widely ■significance Remodeling Fair 4
■complexity New Police Staff 4
■innovation Leaders Sought 4
■creativity Recycling News 5
■uniqueness Surplus Commodities 5
AT FARLE BROWN HERITAGE CENTER
cons. on page 3.
1M BUSINESS
CONNECTION
■■■
NEM EARLE BROWN DAYS
VOLUNTEERSNEEDED
Company: Managing Agents population; advance planning in Volunteers are needed for the
General Growth Management, Inc. leasing/marketing plans. 12th Annual Brooklyn Center
(Managers of Brookdale Mall) What the City has done to make Earle Brown Days' Celebration,
Mall Manager: Linda Smith you successful ?: "We have a strong June 22-26,1994. Volunteers are
Owners: Equitable Real Estate relationship with the city manager, needed for the following
Shopping Center, L.P. police department, etc. We also committees:
Address: New York work cooperatively on projects of ■Barn Dance
Product /Service: Regional shopping mutual concern and appreciate the ■Arts & Crafts Fair
center providing a variety of retail and efforts regarding the improvements to ■ Car Show
service businesses. Brooklyn Blvd. and surrounding ■Talent Contest
Years in business: Opened in areas." EPicr& /Games
1962. What if any major plans do you Rlunior Royalty
Square Footage: 925,000 square have for Brookdale ?: "To continue Coronation
feet to focus upon improving our tenant There are also openings on the
Number of employees: 1,700 mix by targeting new, innovative Earle Brown Days Board of
Programs /Sponsorships: Members merchants." Directors. The board meets at
of Brooklyn Center Chamber of New stores added in 1993: 7:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of
Commerce; Greater Minneapolis -Northern Getaway each month at City Hall. For more
Convention and Visitor's Association; *Mr. Bulky information about volunteering, call
Minnesota Shopping Center -Glamour Shots Sue LaCrosse at the City of
Association; and sponsor of the • Whitehall Jewelers Brooklyn Center Parks and
Heritage Festival and Earle Brown -Burger King Recreation Department, 569 -
Days. -Pizza Pasta IV 3400.
Biggest Contribution to City: -Athletic X -Press
Employment opportunities; strong -Payless Shoes FRUINJENI,g
consumer draw for city business •Lady Footlocker NEEDED b
revenues; variety for consumers. •Expanded MusicLand Daytime t�
What contributes to business' volunteer
success ?: Strong community ties and firefighters are
involvement; stable /dependable tenant needed for the
mix; growth in north metro Brooklyn
Center Fire
l
Brookdale continues to Department.
meet the needs of its Volunteers
customers by targeting receive a
new, innovative pension which
merchants. Pictured here is collectible after the volunteer turns
are Payless Shoes, which 50 with vesting after 10 years. If
was added in 1993, and aim t _ interested, call Fire Chief Ron
Boman at 569 -3360.
Musicland which recently k .5
expanded.
Page 2
North Metro Business Retention and Development Calendar of Events
�,�„ VLtrch
Co 1�missonwinsaNard 12 Registration for spring
The North Metro Business recreation classes at the
community center
Retention and Development 13 Coop Northwest Remodeling
Commission received an award for Fair, Crystal Community
business development at the Economic Center, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Development Association of 16 4th Annual Citizen /Police
Minnesota's (EDAM) annual awards Awards Ceremony
on Jan. 20. April
The award was accepted by City 3 Easter brunch at Earle
Mayors: Todd Paulson, Brooklyn Brown Heritage Center
Center; Jesse Ventura, Brooklyn Park, 15 Tentative opening date for
and Elwyn Tinkleberg, Blaine, at Earle's restaurant at Inn on
EDAM's winter conference at the the Farm
Holiday Inn International Airport. 29 Arbor Day
The North Metro Business Retention 30 City auction
Ma
and Development Commission is a 8 Mother's Da), brunch at
joint - powers group representing the Earle Brown I ieritage Center
cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn 14 Registration for summer
Park and Blaine. BC recreation classes
June
13 Summer swim hours begin
69th Award
Cont. from page 1 14 Entertainment in the Park begins in
Two characteristics of the project The parkway design selected by the Central Park
which stand out are its complexity and City Council was designed to save as 17- 12th Annual Dudley /Budweiser
its improvement to the neighborhood. many trees as possible as well as add 19 Minnesota Softball Classic -
Central Park
The combination of extensive right -of- a considerable amount of additional 1- Earle Brown Days
way acquisition; constructing part of landscaping. The design improved 26 Fireworks in Central Park
the roadway over 50 feet of organic safety, not only for drivers, but for July
soils; dealing with wetland impacts and pedestrians and bic}clists as well. 15 Kids' Carnival - Central Park
creation of new wetlands; managing The City also was committed to September
Native American artifact sites; being a "good neighbor." This 6- Pool, exercise room and sauna
extensive landscaping; and maintaining approach resulted in considerable 13 closed for cleaning at the
through traffic throughout the project public input into the design and community center
added a high level of complexity to construction of the project. 10 Registration for fall recreation
what would have been a routine street It also meant that Cit} staff spent classes
13 Primary election day
and utility improvement project. considerable time and effort October
The project also represented a maintaining the houses and, when 30 Halloween party at the community
major neighborhood improvement. cleared, the properties acquired by the center
City for new right of way. BC November
City Staff Accepts 5 Holiday Bazaar at Earle Brown
Award for 69th Heritage Center
Avenue project 8 Election day
Pictured left to right 24 Thanksgiving Day swim at the
are: Sy Knapp community center
director of public Al December
works; Diane Spector, I- Santa's Mailbox at the
public works 10 community center
coordinator; Sue 3 See Santa at the community center
Mason, project 4 Holly Sunday, community center
engineer, Short Elliott u 10 Kids' Shopping Korner,
Hendrickson, Inc.; community center
and Mark Maloney, 31 Slide Into 1995 - New Year's Eve
city engineer. swim, comm unity center, 7 -10 p.m.
City Watch Page 3
Nowyour dream home is as close asyour backyard Police department
On Saturday, March 19, the 1994 Crystal Community Center is located adds officer; hires
NW Suburban Remodeling Fair will at 4800 Douglas Drive North. Prizes dispatcher
once again come to the Crystal will be awarded throughout the day p
Community Center. The fair is and refreshments will be sold. The
designed to encourage homeowners Fair is sponsored by the cities of
to remodel, restore or renovate their Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park,
homes. It will feature 50 exhibits as Crystal, New Hope and Robbinsdale.
well as numerous workshops and
demonstrations designed to give
homeowners all the "tools" they'll
need to make their dream homes
come true. Whether it's adding a
three - season porch, garage, or pool, ` Officer Peggy Broberg
or doing any other project that
they've only dreamed of,
homeowners can find the answers at 000
the fair.
The fair is free to the public and
will be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The •
Academy Seeks Leaders
,s
North Hennepin Leadership Academy, now in its 4th year of New dispatcher Jeffrey Thompson
operation, strives to enhance the development of current and future
community leaders. Ninety -six graduates have completed the eight -day The police department has added
program which spans the months of October through May. two people to their staff. Peggy
The Academy, sponsored by North Hennepin Community College, the Broberg was sworn in as a police
North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce, and the Brooklyn Center officer on Tuesday, Jan. 11, and
Chamber of Commerce, serves both the public and the private sector. Jeffrey Thompson started Tuesday,
If you are interested in expanding your leadership role in your Jan. 18, as a dispatcher.
community, company, or organization, please contact Nancy Lauer at Prior to becoming an officer,
North Hennepin Community College, 424 -0888, for more information. Broberg was a cadet with the
Brooklyn Center Police Department
and also served as a police reservist
for the City of Robbinsdale.
Thompson is filling the position of
dispatcher that was vacated at the end
of last year. Prior to starting with the
City, Thompson worked for General
Security Systems and the Monterey,
Calif., Police Department as a
dispatcher. BC
Too busy to attend a council meeting but want to keep updated on city happenings? Turn to Channel 37. On
Monday evenings at 7 p.m., we broadcast council meetings live. They are replayed on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and on
Thursdays at 6:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Also, don't miss NW Cities on Channel 35 every 20 and 50 minutes after the
hour. This news magazine program will update you on all local city happenings.
City Watch Page 4
Phone books see Surplus commodities income
RECYCLIN NEWS curbside recycling in guidelines:
Brooklyn Center Family Size Gross Income
Annual Monthly
Now you can dispose of your I $12,895 $ 1,075
Recycling service charge Phone books right at your curb. $17,446 $ 1,454
Starting in Janu yu
ary. o can $21,997 $ 1,833
increased Jan. 1 stack your old phone books �l $26,548 $ 2,212
Beginning Jan. I, the fee for inside your recycling bin with ; $31,099 $ 2,592
recycling services on all Hennepin the rest of your recyclables for 6 $35,650 $ 2,971
Recycling Group residents' utility bills pick up. 7 $40,201 $ 3,350
increased to $1.25 per month. The Businesses and residents of g $44,752 $ 3,729
previous fee of $1.05 had not apartment buildings should
increased since the inception of the p f ��r families ti vith more than eight
contact their haulers, building members, add $4,551 monthly per
program in 1989. However, since owners or managers member.
there has been a 63% cost increase concerning phone -hook
for program maintenance, it was recycling.
imperative to increase the recycling Phone - book recd cl ing is free � � PIR K � t fee by this nominal amount. to residents. It is not part of r I
Thanks to all HRG residents for the recent increase in recycling
their outstanding participation in the fees.
program. These efforts have resulted Note: Both lwriz e and .small To the Brooklyn Center Rotary Club
in increased funding from Hennepin local phone hooks are for their contributions to the
County and as a result have helped accepted. Please he sure not
minimize the fee increase for the Entertainment in the Park program.
to mix books Kith netivspaper.c
upcomingyear. or magazines.
.. lip
City Council
Recycling Winners December 1993 Mayor
Todd Paulson
Ray Fleener
November 1993 833 57th Avenue North
Jeffrey Englar Clarence Magnuson Barbara 3006 65th Avenue North Barbara Kalligher
Carl Isaacson 6936 France A�CnLie North Kristen Mann
Wade
6019 Colfax Avenue North Frederick C. Dave Rosene
Michele Maus 4301 Woodbine Lane Celia Scott We recycle
5738 Knox Avenue North Calvin Jacobson
Steven Stricker and Cynthia Polk 5837 Vincent Avenue North City Manager
7209 Unity Avenue North Sander Anderson Gerald Splinter
3113 621ld Avenue North
Surplus Commodities Distributed A ril 16 Service Directory
p 24 -hour emergency number
Surplus commodities are available to eligible residents at Olivet Baptist Police, Fire, Medical 911
Church, 3415 Louisiana Avenue, N., Crystal. Households not currently receiving Non - emergency police 569 -3333
surplus commodities may register at their site the day of distribution. You must City Hall 569 -3300
bring current proof of address and identification to register. TDD number 569 -3300
For more information, call the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Community Center 569 -3400
at 493 -2802 voice or TDD. For income eligibility guidelines, see top of next
column.
Business Hours
Mon - Fri. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Honey
City Watch Page 5
REGISTRATION REMINDERS
ring
ri g ❑ Registration begins Saturday, March 12. Registration for swim classes begins at 9
Parks and Recreation a.m. Registration for all other classes begins at 11 a.m. See page 23 for
Brodium registration information.
The parks and recreation office located in the community center is open
for registration Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Saturday
from 8:30 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sunday from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Telephone
number 569 -3400. TDD number 569 -3404.
❑ Make check payable to the City of Brooklyn Center.
❑ There is no confirmation of mail registration. If you do not hear from us, assume
you are registered. (Swim registration must be done in person.)
❑ Waiting lists are formed when classes are filled. If instructors and space is
available, additional classes may be formed.
❑ We recommend you register at least 5 days in advance to ensure sufficient class
registration.
❑ Instructors are not permitted to accept registration at the activity location.
ADULTACTRITIES
CHILDCARE SERVICE SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE
The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62
morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the years and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.)
community center. The minimum age is six months. The cost You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the
is $1 for each preschool child. The "PLAY CORNER" will Water. If you are registering for the first time, please furnish
be open Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. After classes or your doctor's name and number. Classes 50 min. Instructor
swimming, parents are invited to relax in our concession area Vicki Syslo.
before picking up their child. Additional hours are offered for Classes once a week, $8.50/8 Sessions
the Tuesday evening exercise classes, 5:45 - 8 p.m. If you # Day Begins Time Location
need further information, call 569 -3400. 1 Tues. April 19 9:15 a.m. CC
2 Tues. April 19 11:10 a.m. CC
PP_ ' Chlorine treated waterCAN Classes once a week, $9.50/9 Sessions
suits; discolor swim 3 Thurs. April 14 10:15 a.m. CC
4 Thurs. April 14 1 1:10 a.m. CC
5 Fri. April 15 10:15 a.m. CC
AQUA EXERCISE - COED
Exercise in water for better health and trimmer figure. You
Brooklyn Center High School (BCHS), do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water.
6500 Humboldt Ave. N
Brooklyn Center Community Center (CC), Enjoy a pleasant and invigorating exercise experience done
6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy to music. Some aerobics will also be included. Classes 50
Centerbrook Golf Course, 5500 N. Lilac Dr min. Instructors Vicki Syslo #'s 7, 8, 10; Kathy Berke # 9;
Earle Brown Commons, 6100 Summit Dr Amy Gilbert # 6.
Earle Brown School, 5900 Humboldt Ave. N Classes once a week, $15.25/9 Weeks
Evergreen School, 7020 Dupont Ave. N # Day Begins Time Location
Fair Oaks School, 5600 65th Ave. N 6 Wed. April 13 4:55 p.m. CC
Garden City School, 3501 65th Ave. N 7 Thurs. April 14 9:15 a. in. CC
[� North View Jr. High, 69th and Zane Ave. N Classes once a week, $13.50/8 Weeks
Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. g Tues. April 19 10:15 a.m. CC
yt Orchard Lane School, 6201 Noble Ave. N Classes once a week, $10.25/6 Weeks
(A Palmer Lake School, 7020 Perry Ave. N 9 Tues. April 26 6:10 p.m. North View
Locations 10 Thurs. April 28 7:05 p.m. North View
Spring brochure Page 6
Adult Activities Continued
AQUA - PLUS, HEALTHY & FIT AEROBIC DANCE CLASSES
Good health and fitness should not be out of reach for you ♦ All aerobic classes offer complete and .�
because you feel overweight. Rediscover the joy of movement effective conditioning for muscles, heart and
through this popular co -ed class. Aqua exercise is fun, lungs.
refreshing and leaves you with a feeling of exhilaration. You *Classes include warmups, aerobic
do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. movements, muscle group work and cool
Classes 50 min. Instructors Kathy Berke # 11; Vicki Syslo down stretching.
# 12' ♦ Wear comrt
foable clothes and aerobic shoes.
Classes once a week, $15.25/9 Weeks *All classes are COED.
# Day Begins Time Location
11 Wed. April 6 7:05 p.m. North View + fitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per week.
Classes once a week, $10.25/6 Weeks This can be a combination of classes or classes and walking,
12 Thurs. April 28 6:10 p.m. North View swimming, biking, etc.
GENTLE WATER WALKING *f lasses are 50 minutes in length unless noted in the class
description.
A water workout designed for those ♦ Childcare available for morning weekday classes and
with arthritis or structural limitations. The exercises are gentle Tuesday evening classes at the community center -See
and easy to follow. The class will be small permitting the Childcare.
instructor to give individual attention. You do not need to be a BONUS BONUS
swimmer or put your face in the water. Come and enjoy a fun Sign up for a class #'s 18, 22 -29, 30, 31 and receive
and relaxing aquatic class. Registration Fee $15.75/9 Sessions. two complimentary passes to use during the spring
Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo.
# Day Begins Time Location session. Passes can be used to try out a different
13 Fri. April 15 11:10 a.m. CC instructor, time and location. Bonus cards are non-
transferable. Guests may purchase Drop -In Cards.
DEEP WATER WORKOUT
Deep water workout, the latest in aqua exercise! Using NVALKIN' MARCHIN' MOVIN' N
a floatation belt, this class combines conditioning, aerobic Do you break out in a cold sweat when you think
exercise and water jogging for an excellent over all body about joining an aerobic class? Are the dance steps
workout! Swimming skills are not required but participants too hard to follow? If so, join this beginning aerobic
should be comfortable in deep water. (Great for those who class tailored just for people like you. Floor work will include
are overweight, have joint problems, are recovering from an exercises for hard to reach tummy, tush and thigh muscles.
injury or are looking for a new experience in water exercise.) "There are lots of fun moves, yet basic and easy to follow.
Floatation belts are furnished or you may bring your own aqua Registration Fee $12.75/7 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor
vest. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki Syslo #'s 15, 16, Kathy Vicki Syslo.
Berke #'s 14, 17. # Day Begins Time Location
Classes once a week, $15.75/9 Weeks 18 Mon. April 18 7:00 p.m. Evergreen
# Day Begins Time Location LINE DANCING
14 Wed. April 6 6:10 p.m. North View No partner needed, easy -to -learn dances. Participants will
15 Fri. April 15 9:15 a.m. CC learn the fundamental steps and patterns making it possible to
Classes once a week, $14.00/8 Weeks go out on any dance floor. You will learn the most popular
16 Mon. April 11 1 1:15 a.m. CC country western line dances as well as many new ones. This
Classes once a week, $10.50/6 Weeks class is ideal for anyone who loves music and dance. Please
17 Tues. April 26 7:05 p.m. North View wear hard sole, low heel shoes. Registration Fee $15.00/8
DEEP WATER DROP- IN t`�ti11 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Bev Wilson.
TEW� # Day Begins Time Location
Hectic schedule? Take a break from your �� 19 Thurs. March 31 10:30 a.m. CC
busy week and participate in one of the newest water ttness -,0 Tues, April 12 6:30 p.m. Garden City
programs. Swimming skills are not required but participants 21 Tues. April 12 7:30 p.m. Garden City
should be comfortable in deep water. (See the Deep Water COLLEGE STUDENT AEROBIC SPECIAL
write up for a complete description.) Register for the 9 week
By showing your current college identification card or fee
class # 14 or pay $2.75 at class each time.
Day Begins Time Location
statement, you may register for selected aerobic and aqua classes
at S3 off the regular rate. This special applies to academic,
Wed. April 6 6:10 p.m. North View technical, vocational and trade school full time students. See class
6, 9, 11, 12, 14, 18, 22 -26, 29, 30, 31 for description, location and
tune.
Spring brochure Page 7
Adult Activities Continued
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS SATURDAY FITNESS CLASSES 1
This low impact class is at a little faster pace -fun - challenging.
Receive all the benefits of a good workout without the jumping SATURDAY TONING - NEW Y
and jarring of regular aerobics. Classes 50 min. Instructors In this class we will do exercises to
Bev Wilson #'s 22, 23; Vicki Syslo # 25; Amy Gilbert # 24. strengthen, improve muscle tone and
Classes once a week, $15.00/9 Weeks flexibility in a fun 45 minute workout. The emphasis will be
# Day Begins Time Location on abdominal, thigh and buttock muscle groups. No aerobics
22 Mon. April 11 9:30 a. in. CC will be done; exercises done to music. Dress comfortably.
Classes once a week, $13.25/8 Weeks No class May 28. Registration Fee $11.75/8 Sessions.
23 Thurs. April 14 9:30 a.m. CC Classes 45 min. Instructor Amy Gilbert.
24 Wed. April 20 6:30 p.m. Willow Lane # Day Begins Time Location
Classes once a week, $11.75/7 Weeks 30 Sat. April 16 8:30 a.m. North View
25 Mon. April 18 6:00 p.m. Evergreen
SATURDAY LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
BEGINNING AEROBIC /STEP COMBO Whether you want a break from a hectic week, or just one
Take the first "step" toward your fitness goal! After a thorough more day of exercise, come and enjoy this class. Participants
warm -up, this class includes 10 -15 minutes of beginning low will have an opportunity to try step aerobics. No class
impact aerobics and a 5 -10 ininute introduction to the "step ". May 28. Registration Fee $13.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50
We'll finish your workout with spot exercises for the hard to min. Instructor Amy Gilbert.
reach areas and a relaxing stretch. Registration Fee $15.75/9 # Day Begins Time Location
Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Amy Gilbert. 31 Sat. April 16 9:15 a.m. North View
# Day Begins Time Location
26 Thurs. April 21 7:00 p.m. North View
AEROBIC /STEP COMBO FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+
This class combines our regular low impact aerobic class with For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise who
the hottest and newest trend of step aerobics. There will be a want a gentle, low stress workout. Time marches on, but if
l0- minute warm up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10- we keep our sense of humor and exercise, we can feel and
15 minutes of step, followed by cool down and abdominal look better. Using music of the big band era, this class will
work. Stationary steps provided. Bonus passes and drop -in strive to improve flexibility, muscle tone and the vascular
cards may be used on step availability basis. Childcare is system at a level safe and comfortable for you. Although
available for # 27 - See Childcare. Classes 50 min. this is a program directed towards individuals 55 years
Instructor Rachel Woods # 27; Amy Gilbert # 28. and older, interested individuals of variable ages may
Classes once a week, $14.00/8 Weeks attend on a space available basis. Wear loose fitting clothes
# Day Begins Time Location and tennis shoes. Registration Fee $10.50/9 Sessions. Classes
27 Tues. April 19 6:00 p.m. CC 50 min. Instructor Bev Wilson.
Classes once a week, $15.75/9 Weeks # Day Begins Time Location
28 Thurs. April 21 6:00 p.m. North View 32 Mon. April 11 10:25 a.m. CC
TONE AND FLEX
Designed for all fitness levels, this class will CHAIR FITNESS
F emphasize the use of safe body mechanics to This class is designed for men and women who have not
a ` strengthen and stretch major muscle groups. The actively exercised for some time and know they must! If you
� workout will be made fun and effective by using consider yourself stiff and out of shape, inflexible, have a
Dyna - Bands®, ' /z -3 lb. weights and other balance problem, bad back, bum knees or don't like exercising
inexpensive props. Maintain and improve muscle in the water, this class is for you! The exercises are gentle,
tone and flexibility without increasing workout time! Dyna- start slow and build gradually to improve strength, flexibility,
bands provided for class use. Please do not purchase weights promote better circulation and increase stamina. All are done
prior to the first class. Childcare is available. See childcare. seated and choreographed to music in a supportive and friendly
Registration Fee $13.50/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor atmosphere. Registration Fee $11.50/9 Sessions. Classes 45
Rachel Woods. min. Instructor Bev Wilson.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
29 Tues. April 19 7:05 p.m. CC 33 Mon. April 11 11:20 a.m. CC
Spring brochure Page 8
Adult Activities Continued
AEROBIC DROP -IN CARD
Does your schedule demand flexibility ? ?!!! Here's a perfect solution for you; design your own schedule!! This option is
ideal for people who want to exercise but whom cannot commit to the same class every week. Drop -In cards may be used
for all fitness and selected aqua exercise classes. (Cards ►nay be purchased for aqua classes which do not reach maximum
enrollment. Call after March 30, for an updateon aqua clases \N hich may use drop -in cards.) Cards are non - transferable
and non- refundable. (Student & senior adult discounts do not apply.) Sometimes circumstances beyond our control require
us to cancel a class or change location; therefore, it is the responsibility of the individual to check the current schedule.
Now there's no reason not to exercise with us.
#34 12 Classes $21.00 #36 8 Classes $16.00 938 3 Classes $ 7.50
#35 10 Classes $17.50 #37 5 Classes $10.00 #39 2 Classes $ 5.00
#40 l Class $ 2.75
POTTERY LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES
The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the
hand building. The community center offers a unique community center or have had previous experience and are
opportunity to practice your new skills by including in the familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited
registration fee clay for projects, unlimited practice time and basis other than class time, and students may have pieces
firing fees. Bring a workshirt to the first class. Please allow fired in the seven week period. The lab program is designed
about $6 to purchase tools. Registration Fee $40.00/7 Sessions. fir individuals w want to «ork independently. Clay may be
Classes 3 hours. instructor Karen Haberle. purchased at the community center. Arrange your own time
# Day Begins Time Location to work in the lab during the seven weeks. No instruction.
41 Mon. May 2 6:30 p.m. CC Starting week corresponds with pottery class schedule at the
42 Tues. May 3 6:30 p.m. CC community center. Registration Fee $31.00/7 Weeks for new
lab students. For returning participants, please check with
instructor.
# Day Begins Time Location
IMF 43 To Be Arranged CC
44 To Be Arranged CC
Community Tripsters
Community Tripsters is a program for people age 55 years and older who enjoy getting away and
meeting new friends. We live in an area which offers a multitude of fun and educational opportunities! NN
Our trips allow you to eat at wonderful restaurants and experience a host of remarkable recreational
activities. Transits or motorcoach buses are used for day outings. Bus departs and returns to Brooklyn
Center Community Center. Registration by mail or in person, no phone registrations. Deadline dates listed are on a
space permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip is cancel led or a substitute can be found to take your place. On
extended trips, refund policies are very liberal. For more information, call 569 -3400.
April 7 - GERMANY, YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW - Enjoy an authentic German meal at the new
Gasthof Zur Gemutlichkeit in northeast Minneapolis, followed by a travelogue at Osseo Senior high featuring "Germany
- Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow." Cost $24 per person, includes transportation, lunch, travelogue, tax and gratuities.
($20.50 for season travelogue ticket holders.) Three meal choices. Approximate time 12:40 - 6 p.rn. March 22
registration deadline. Trip #609.
May 3 - THE SECRET GARDEN - ORPHEUM THEATRE: - Lush Settings - Wonderful Performances- Memorable
Music and a Classic Story...this is what the Tony Award winning musical THE SECRET GARDEN is all about. Inspired
by Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic children's novel, this neN� musical is an afternoon of theatre that will will your
heart. Cost $41 per person, includes motorcoach, reserved main floor center seating and escort. Approximate time
12:55 -5:15 p.m. April 1, registration deadline. Trip #612.
July 30 -Aug. 2 - NORTHERN MINNESOTA SPECTACULAR - Grand Rapids Showboat, Ironworld USA,
Fortune Bay, International Wolf Center, Duluth and the spectacular Northshore Scenic Railroad are just a FEW highlights
of this great tour. Cost $349 per person, double occupancy (single, triple, quad available). A $50 per person deposit by
May 27 will reserve your place. Trip #613.
Complete details for the trips were not available at the time of brochure preparation. If you would like more information
sent to you, please call 569 -3400. Future trips include: Casino outings, Cedarhurst, State Fair, Door County, Oct. 3 -6,
Nunsense 11 and more.
Spring brochure Page 9
Adult Activities Continued
BROOKLYN PARK HARMONETTES DOG OBEDIENCE
Interested in singing and performing for nursing homes, Instructor will provide information in
community organizations, and senior citizen groups? Then call several areas of dog obedience. Students \
Marlys Pash, President of Brooklyn Park Harmonettes at 566 - Will learn to work with their dog in order
8184 and join this fun women's singing group. to teach them social behavior and self- !1
discipline. The class is open to people 12 years and older w ose
dog is at least 6 months old. Registration Fee $25.00/8
'` Sessions. Classes I hour. Instructor Kari Ditty.
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# Day Begins Time Location
45 Tues. April 5 6:30 p.m. Fair Oaks
46 Tues. April 5 7:30 p.m. Fair Oaks
SENIORA
If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy Flesher, Senior Adult Coordinator, 569 -3400.
SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION FRIDAY, March 11
A special time has been set aside for persons 62 years and older who want to register for adult activities listed in this brochure.
A person may sign up for themselves or their immediate family. NUMBERS HANDED OUT WHEN THE DOOR
OPENS AT 8:30 A.M. WITH REGISTRATION FOLLOWING. USE HANDICAPPED DOOR, LOWER LEVEL.
SENIOR HAPPENINGS
Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department. The "Senior Happenings" tell
activities going on at the clubs, in the community and outings offered. Call for yours today!
TRANSPORTATION
.MEN■■ Mini - coaches provide transportation to city sponsored activities, grocery shopping, and major
a • shopping excursions from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes and homes. A donation of
0O O $1.25 round trip is asked; however, those unable to make a donation will
not be turned away. For information about the Five Cities Transportation Program, call Rita DeBruyn
537 -4534 ext. 33. To make a reservation, call 537 -0229. --
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"BRIDGE FOR FUN"
Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly afternoon of bridge. We play the first & third
Thursday of each month at I p.m. Call 569 -3400 for information. Bridge held at Earle Brown Commons
Apartments, 6100 Summit Dr. N. This activity is open to the public. �i
FITNESS & FUN FOR 55 +, CHAIR FITNESS, AQUA EXERCISE & WATER WALKING
See pages 6 -8 for information.
SENIOR ANSWER LINE
This new telephone information and referral service will help senior adults of Northwest Suburban Hennepin County locate
needed services close to home. Trained volunteers and staff will answer phones between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.,
Monday- Friday, 522 -0850. Sponsored by Senior Resources and affiliated with United Way, First Call For
Help Network.
T.A.P.
Telephone Assurance Program for elderly and handicapped who live alone. The program has helped
several persons with immediate needs; in some cases emergency situations. If you are interested in the
program for yourself or a friend, contact a TAP clerk at 566 -0157. We really care about our participants!
Sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Police Department.
SWIMMING POOL
Senior adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center residents 62 years and older at a special rate of $40 for three
months or $15 for one month. Application may be made at the community center desk. Non- residents and resident seniors not
interested in membership may swim at senior adult single admission rate of $2 per time. The water slide is an additional $1.50.
Senior Adult Activities Continued on page 11
Spring brochure Page 10
Senior Adult Activities Continued
SOCIAL CLUBS TAX -AIDE
Leisure Time Club \'ulunteers wIII help low income and senior adults with their
Meets Wednesdays for cards throughout the year from 11:30 1993 tax returns. Bring 1992 tax forms and 1993 tax
a.m. -2:30 p.m. Birthdays are celebrated the first Wednesday intormation including Your 1993 CRP or 1994 property tax
with entertainment and refreshments. Bring your lunch, statement. For rent or property tax credit you need to know
beverage available. The monthly schedule is published in the total social security received in 1993. This will be on a
Senior Happenings. SSA or RRB 1099. No appointments, first come basis,
Brooklyn Twins /Supper Club - Brooklyn Supper Club 9 a.m. -Noon. Thurs. & Fri... through April 15, Brookdale
meets the third Friday of each month at the Brooklyn Center Area Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway. Help will also
Community Center. All persons 55 years and older are be done by appointment, 9 a.m. -Noon, for low income on
welcome with advanced paid reservations. The full evening "foes. through April 12, atCEAP, 7231 Brooklyn Blvd. Call
includes a delicious dinner, entertainment or cards. The cost Carol Dale at 566 -9600 for an appointment. The TAX -
is $5 for members,$6 for non - members. Complete information AIDE program is offered at other locations, call the IRS.
is in the monthly Senior Happenings. I his federally sponsored program is provided by AARP,
The clubs are sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Parks and NRTA and RSVP. There is no charge.
Recreation Department and meet at the Brooklyn Center GIFT TRUNK
Community Center. Transportation is available through the A craft club run by seniors who sell their handcrafted items.
Five Cities Transportation Program from Brooklyn Center Membership is limited to Brooklyn Centerseniors ormembers
apartment complexes and homes. See Transportation. of either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For more
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING information, call 561 -9278 or 561 -4805. Shoppers, visit the
Free screening is done at the following areas: Gift Trunk on the first Wednesday of each month, from 10
❑Brooklyn Center Community Center - 6301 Shingle a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Selected items are on display and are
Creek Parkway. Last Wednesday of each month, 10:30 a.m.- available for purchase at the Brooklyn Center Community
Noon. Center throughout the year. The Gift Trunk will also be
❑CEAP - 7231 Brooklyn Boulevard, Thursday, 10:30 a.m. - open during spring registration on March 12, 8 a.m. -1
Noon. p. M.
[]West Fire Station - 6250 Brooklyn Blvd., Monday - Friday, SERVICES FOR SENIORS & DISABLED
8 -10 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. See Special Activities for information on chore services and
meals.
CHI
GIRLS SUMMER BASKETBALL .AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
For girls in grades 7 -12, see page #l7. The after school program enables students to explore fields
YOUTH FOOTBALL REGISTRATION outside the regular school curriculum and will be held
For youths in grades 1 -6. immediately after school. These programs are designed to
Registration will be taken at the acquaint elementary students with a new skill or to enjoy a
community center from noon-2 p.m. new activitiy. Classes are offered in cooperation with
\ on Saturday, August 6 and Saturday, community education departments at Earle Brown, Evergreen,
Y Fair Oaks, Garden City, Northport, Orchard Lane, Palmer
\ \� August 13, 1994. Registration fee Lake and Willow Lane schools. Fivers will be distributed to
r „ $25. Questions call Joe Ericksen at
569 -3400. children at school. If you would like to bean instructor for a
class, please contact Sue at the parks and recreation
YOUTH BASEBALL REGISTRATION department, 569 -3400
Little League and Babe Ruth registration will be �` `� HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS -
held Saturday, March 12 & 19 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Home school students are invited to
at the comm unity center. For further information call: ,i I participate in many after school L?
,{
American Little League Les Thurs - 561 -5853 activities that are offered at the various
National Little League Mike Schmaedeka - 561 -9403 schools. Flyers are available at the
Babe Ruth Mike Streitz - 535 -4918. community center. For more information, call Sue LaCrosse
at 569 -3400.
Spring brochure Page I I
Children's Activities Continued
BROOKLYN CENTER GYMNASTICS PROGRAM BEGINNING GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been Beginning Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1-6 who have had
developed using a skill progression of classes. The purpose of little or no gymnastics experience. Kindergarten girls who have
this progression is to provide participants with a safe, completed at least two preschool gymnastics sessions with
comfortable advancement in gymnastics allowing them to Brooklyn Center may register. Participants will be taught basic
develop to their potential. Most students participate in a class tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and
two to three times before progressing to the next level. Parents headstands. Students will be taught simple skills on the beam,
may attend the last 15 minutes of the last class. Separate vault, and uneven bars. Registration Fee $18.00/8 Sessions.
classes have been set up for preschool children and elementary Classes 1 hour. Instructors Theresa Mickelson #'s 55, 57;
age girls. If you have questions about where to place Anita Westberg #'s 56, 58.
your child, please call Sue at 569 -3400. # Day Begins Time Location
55 Thurs. March 24 7:20 p.m. North View
PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS 56 Thurs. March 24 7:20 p.m. North View
Preschool Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3 1/2 - 5. 57 Sat. March 26 9:50 a.m. North View
(Children must be 3 1/2 by March 24, 1994 in order to register 58 Sat. March 26 9:50 a.m. North View
for this class.) Basic gymnastics and exercises are designed
to improve child's motor skills and coordination. Class activities INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
include tumbling and an introduction to the balance beam, bars Intermediate Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -6 who have
and vault. Students must be able to do all skills before either passed Beginning Gymnastics For Girls or can do the
advancing to Preschool II Gymnastics. There is a class ratio following skills: Tumbling - forward and backward roll,
of 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee $18.00/8 Sessions. cartwheel, headstand; Beam - walk forward and back, front
Classes 45 min. Instructors Theresa Mickelson #'s 47, 50; support and mount, squat turn, forward roll; Vault - straddle,
Anita Westberg #'s 48, 49, 51. hip squat; Bars - back hip circle, single leg cut, pull over to
# Day Begins Time Location front support. Registration Fee $22.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1
47 Wed. March 23 6:30 p.m. BCHS hour, 15 min. Instructors Theresa Mickelson & Anita Westberg.
48 Thurs. March 24 6:30 p.m. North View # Day Begins Time Location
49 Sat. March 26 9:00 a.m. North View 59 Sat. March 26 11:45 a.m. North View
50 Sat. March 26 10:55 a.m. North View
51 Sat. March 26 10:55 a.m. North View SUMMER GYMNASTICS CAMP FOR GIRLS
The camp is for girls in
PRESCHOOL II /KINDERGARTEN GYMNASTICS grades 1 -6 who have an
This class is for preschool children ages 4 and up who have interest in developing --
passed Preschool I Gymnastics and kindergarten children with beginning and intermediate
little or no gymnastics experience. Children will learn more level gymnastics skills.
advanced moves on the low balance beam, tumbling and bars. Students will be tested the
Class ratio of 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee $18.00/8 first day and will participate
Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Theresa Mickelson. with other girls of a --
# Day Begins Time Location comparable skill level. ,
52 Wed. March 23 7:20 p.m. BCHS Emphasis will be placed on
53 Thurs. March 24 6:30 p.m. North View developing student's
54 Sat. March 26 9:00 a.m. North View strengths, flexibility and
coordination. Tumbling and apparatus fundamentals on all
Special Note To Parents: gymnastics equipment will be introduced according to
Through years of experience, we have found our participant's ability. Registration fee $27.00/6 lessons. Classes
gymnastics and dance classes are conducted run for two hours on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at
more smoothly when not being observed by North View. Details available in the summer brochure or call
parents. Children, as well as adults, need to spend Sue at 569 -3400.
time interacting with their peers in a recreation SUMMER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
setting. Parents are welcome to attend the last Registration for summer classes and programs begins
15 minutes of the last day of class for a short Saturday, May 14. Mark your calendar. Numbers handed out
demonstration. Schedules will be given to students one hour prior to starting time, lower level. SWIM ONLY
on the first day of class. begins at 9 a.m. and Recreation, Preschool & Swim begins
I 1 a.m.
Spring brochure Page 12
Children's Activities Continue
BABYSITTING CLINIC FASTER FUN WORKSHOP - Grades 1 -6
Students in grades 4 -6 will learn about the fascinating and 10111 us at the community center for lots of Easter fun. Using
challenging world of childcare. They will learn how to provide their eggstaordinary creative
basic childcare, recreational activities for young children , how talents, children will make an
to prevent accidents, give simple first aid and utilize community Easter craft and a treat to eat or
resources for emergency help. This class is a must for any take home. Wear old clothes or a a
student interested in babysitting. Class attendance at all bring an old shirt. For grades 1 -6. a a
sessions is required to be awarded Red Cross completion card. Registration Fee $6.75/1 Session. Class
Absences will not be made up. Students must bring a pencil. 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson.
paper and snack. Registration Fee $16.00/2 Sessions. Classes # Day Date Time Location
4 1/2 hours. Instructor Linda Berglund, Red Cross Certified 69 Sat. April 2 10:00 a.m. CC
Instructor.
# Day Begins Time Location MOTHER'S DAY GIFT MAKING - Grades 1 -6
60 Sat. May 14 9:00 a.m. CC Mother's Day is a very special day. Children will make a
BEGINNING KARATE pretty gift to give proudly to mom on her day. Time permitting,
This beginning karate course is for grades 2 -6. Students wil I boys and girls will also get the opportunity to make a special
learn the basic kicks and punches, self - defense and safety. Mother's Day card. Wear old clothes or bring a paint shirt.
They will also learn the first karate routine called Form. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $6.75/1 Session. Class 2
Registration Fee $13.00/5 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor hours. Instructor Kav Larson.
Jim Stringer, 4th degree black belt with l 1 years teaching # Dav Date Time Location
experience. 70 Sat. May 7 10:00 a.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location
61 Tues. April 12 3:10 p.m. Garden City PRESCHOOL 1994 -95
62 Wed. April 13 3:10 p.m. Fair Oaks Registration for 1994 fall preschool will begin Saturday, May
63 Mon. April 18 3:10 p.m. Palmer Lake 14 at 1 1 a.m. (Numbers will be given out at 10 a.m.) The
64 Thurs. April 21 3:10 p.m. Orchard Lane preschool program at the Brooklyn Center Community Center
HIPPITY HOP is for children 3 1/2 - 5 vears old. Children must be 3 1/2 by
For PRE - KINDERGARTEN children 3'/2 -6 years old. This October 31, 1994 and be toilet trained. (Children turning
is a special class for boys and girls with lots of Easter Time 3 1/2 between November 1 and December 31, 1994 may be
fun! We'll do a Peter Rabbit craft, sing songs, play games placed on a waiting list for winter and spring sessions.) The
and even hunt for Easter Eggs!!! Registration Fee $6.00/1 program is taught by a certified and assistant teacher. Class
Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. Novotny. description, times and cost will be included in our next
# Day Date Time Location brochure.
65 Fri. March 25 1:00 P.M. CC CLASS REFUND POLICY FOR HOLIDAY AND ONE
66 Sat. March 26 1:00 P.M. CC DAY CLASSES - See Class #'s 65 -70.
EASTER FUN WORKSHOP - KINDERGARTEN Requests for refunds for these classes must be made at least
Join us for an afternoon with lots of Easter fun! Using their seven days before the class date. There will be a $3 service
eggstaordinary creative talents, children will make an Easter charge. Sorry, no refunds will be issued after this time.
craft and a treat to eat or take home. Wear old clothes or
bring an old shirt. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2
hours. Instructor Kay Larson.
# Day Date Time Location '
67 Sat. April 1:00 P.M. CC Ha Birl�da
MOTHER'S DAY GIFT MAKING - p y y•
KINDERGARTEN CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY
Mother's Day is a very special day. Children g 4 � WITH US � f�
• will make a pretty gift to give proudly to mom Your child's birthday is a very important i
on her day. Wear old clothes or bring a paint Y event. For an extra special day, plan a
shirt. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class swimming party! Small groups (20 or less)
2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson. are invited to reserve a room for the party.
# Day Date Time Location There is no charge for the room and the birthday child receives
68 Sat. May 7 1:00 P.M. CC free admission to the pool and use of water slide! Please call
569 -3400 to make a reservation.
Spring brochure Page 13
Children's Activities Continued
SUMMER SPORTS OPPORTUNITIES
T -BALL AND MORE YOUTH SOFTBALL CLUB
For boys and girls going into kindergarten and first grade. For youth in grades 4 -6 as of fall 1994 and for players in
This popular program is designed to introduce children to third grade who have previously participated in Kids Intro
basic softball skills. Children will also work on fundamentals to Softball for a minimum of two years. This league is for
and good sportsmanship while playing sports related relays, more experienced players who have mastered the basic skills
soccer and kickball. The program meets twice a week at of throwing and hitting. The instructional portion will cover
various parks in Brooklyn Center beginning in June, morning advanced softball techniques such as pitching, sliding and
and evening classes offered. team strategy. The majority of the time will be spent playing
JUNIOR SOFTBALL softball games. No tryouts, everyone will play. The league
For youth in grades 4 -6 as of fall 1994. This option is for will begin practice two days a week in June.
i
players with less softball experience who are looking for a
program with emphasis on mastering the skills of throwing, JR. HIGH FASTPITCH SOFTBALL
hitting and fielding. The majority of the time will be spent This program is designed to give players the opportunity to
playing softball. The program will begin practice two days a learn and practice the skills of fastpitch softball. Skills to be
week in June. covered include bunting, hitting, base running, sliding, throwing
KIDS INTRO TO SOFTBALL mechanics and defensive skills. The program begins in June.
For boys and girls going into grades 1 -3. Kids Intro is an Players meet two hours a day, twice a week.
instructional program designed for children to have FUN
while LEARNING good sportsmanship, team work and the KICKIN' KIDS
fundamentals of softball. Most children enroll in Kids Intro For boys and girls going into grades K -3. This instructional
to Softball for at least two seasons. The program meets program is designed for children to have FUN while learning
twice a week for one hour at various parks in Brooklyn the fundamentals of soccer. The program meets twice a
Center, morning and evening classes offered. week for one hour at various parks in Brooklyn Center.
0UM00RACTfVflJES
KID'S BEGINNING TENNIS LESSONS
Beginning instruction for children in grades 3 through 6. Students will learn the forehand, backhand, serving,
court rules, etiquette and scoring. Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. In case of rain, meet at park
shelter building. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $18.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour.
# Day Begins Time Location TENNIS CLASS LOCATIONS
71 M &W April 11 4:45 p.m. Grandview MEvergreen Park Courts, 72nd & Bryant Ave. N
■Kylawn Park Courts, 61st & Kyle Ave. N
72 W &M May 4 3:30 p.m. West Palmer NWest Palmer Park Courts, 70th '& Palmer Lake Dr.
73 W &M May 4 4:45 p.m. Kylawn ■BCHS, Brooklyn Center High School, 65th &
Humboldt
■Grandview, 59th & Humboldt
TEEN TENNIS LESSONS
Instruction for students in grades 7 -12. Students will learn basic ground strokes, serves and volley techniques.
Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. In case of rain, meet at
park shelter building. Registration Fee $18.00/6 Sessions. Classes i hour.
# Day Begins Time Location
74 W &M May 4 6:00 p.m. BCHS
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
Instruction for adults. Intermediate students must have had previous lessons and be familiar with basic swings,
serves and etiquette. Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks.
Registration Fee $18.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Beginning #75; Intermediate #76.
# Day Begins Time Location
75 M &W April 11 6:00 p.m. BCHS
76 W &M May 4 7:00 p.m. BCHS
Spring brochure Page 14
Outdoor Activities Continued
BOY'S SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL DISCOVER ... PALMER LAKE NATURE AREA
An organized, recreational boy's slowpitch softball league wil I Visit the Palmer Lake Nature Area located just east of 69th
be offered this summer in cooperation with other Northwest and Xerxes. Consisting of more than
suburban parks & recreation departments. Form your own 200 acres, the nature area has both
team or call 569 -3400 to be placed on a team. Practice begins paved and wood chip trails, observation
early June. The registration fee is $22 per person which areas and ponds. The unique, natural .�-
includes a t- shirt. Register by June 1. characteristics provide a habitat for
#77 Division 1: Ages 13 -15 as of August 1, 1994 many types of plant, animal and aquatic
#78 Division 2: Ages 16 -18 as of August 1, 1994 life forms.'
GIRL'S SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE EUGENE H. HAGEL ARBORETUM
There will be a girl's slowpitch league for ages 12 -18 again ['he Arboretum consists of eight acres and is located at 61st
this summer. Ages are as of Aug. 31, 1994. The deadline for and Major. It is a unique facility with many plants, trees, flowers,
sign -up is May 18. The registration fee is $28 per player which birds and a walking trail. It is open to the public.
includes a t- shirt. OUTDOOR SUMMER VOLLEYBALL
#79 Ages 12 -14 The Brooklyn Center Parks & Recreation Department will
#80 Ages 15 -16 again be offering the popular adult summer volleyball league
#81 Ages 17 -18 program. If you are interested in forming a team and
participating in our league, call 569 -3400 for more information.
SPECIALACTM
ADAP
The adapted recreation program is a cooperative effort of Teen Bowling League - Meet new friends at our popular
the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden bowling league on Tuesday afternoons, 4 -6 p.m., Mar. 22 -
Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale June 1. For teens ages 12 -17. The league fee is $17 plus
and West Hennepin Community Center. Participants must $2.50 for each Tuesday bowled. We bowl at Doyles, 5000
pre- register. Residents may register beginning March 1, W Broadway, Crystal.
non - residents beginning March 7 on a space availability Adult Bowling League - Join in our league every Saturday
basis. West Hennepin Community Center is an agency from 10 a.m. to Noon. For adults 18 years and older who
serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their want to improve their techniques, show off their skills, meet
families in the West and Northwest Hennepin areas. new friends and just have fun! The league runs Mar. 26 -
Services include information and referral, advocacy, and June 4 at Doyles, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal. $17 league
counseling. Programs include social /recreation clubs and fee, plus $2.50 for each Saturday bowled. No bowling on
education programs. An integration specialist is on staff to Apr. 2.
assist parents, professionals and individuals who are Friday Night Social - Do you enjoy meeting new friends
interested in participating in "non- adapted" parks and or like socializing with a group of people? Come join us
recreation programs. Call 933 -9105 for information and Fridays for a variety of activities. Hiking, crafts, bingo,
registration procedures. swimming, movies and other special activities will be planned
Parent /Child Dance Class - A fun, energizing dance class with input from you. We meet at Northport School, 5421
for parent and child to share and enjoytogether. We'll wiggle, Brooklyn Blvd., 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Mar. 25 - June 3. The fee is
jiggle, jump, dash, and turn! By exploring movement, we $20. No program Apr. 1.
will begin to learn the art of dance with the help of musical Individualized Leisure Planning - Are you new in town,
instruments, balloons, scarves, a parachute, and more. This bored, or looking for more to do? WHCS can assist people
class is for children with or without disabilities and is with disabilities in finding and planning recreational activities
designed to create better awareness and higher self esteem. that fit their lifestyle. We can also assist with finding a way
Discover the wonderful world of dance while spending to work through obstacles that keep you from participating
quality time with your child. The class meets at Edinbrook in recreation opportunities. You may plan what your
Elementary School, 89th & Zane in Brooklyn Park on recreational goals are for the future and how you will
Wednesdays at 7:05 p.m. The fee is $15 for parent/child. accomplish those goals. Students may also use a staff person
second child $7.50. Spring session meets Mar. 2 - April 13. with a Therapeutic Recreation background as a resource at
I EP meetings. For more information call 933 -9105.
Spring brochure Page 15
Special Activities Continued
BROOKDALE HENNEPIN AREA LIBRARY EARLE BROWN DAYS - JUNE 13 -26
The library is located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway and is The 12th annual Earle Brown Days festival will be held
open Monday - Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday - beginning June 13. Don't miss the fun and excitement of
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For general information call Brooklyn Center's festival. Watch for a detailed schedule in
569 -3600; reference information, 569 -3610; renewal the summer issue of City Watch, cable television, North West
information 569 -3601; TDD 569 -3606. News and the Sun -Post.
SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS
WITH DISABILITIES 13, 15, 16 Stairway To Stardom Talent Contest
CEAP offers chore service and home delivered meals to 17 -19 Dudley /Budweiser /Easton Classic Softball
eligible individuals who are over 60 years and any person of Tournament
any age with a disability living in Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn 21 Rockin' Hollywoods Concert
Center and south to 49th Ave. N in Mpls. Hot meals are 22 Ice Cream Social and Entertainment
delivered by volunteers at noon Monday through Friday. 23 Parade
The Chore Program includes snow removal, yard work, minor 24 Barn Dance, Tennis Tournament, Craft Fair,
home repairs, window washing, housekeeping and clean -up. Mickey's Beach Party, Softball Tournament
Workers are skills -bank applicants whose references are 25 Golf Tournament, Craft Fair, Tennis
thoroughly checked. Their name is added to our list of workers Tournament, Kid's Fishing Contest,
and referred to you when you call for service. You pay the Picnic & Games, Softball Tournament
worker when the job is completed. Contact Lois at 566 -9600. 26 Car Show, Tennis Tournament, Softball
Tournament, Junior Royalty
BROADWAY DROP -IN Coronation, Sunday In Central Park,
The Broadway Drop -In Center is part of the Northwest Fireworks
Hennepin Community support program. This social recreation
program is for adults in Northwest Hennepin who have EARLE BROWN DAYS - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
experienced mental health difficulties. The drop -in center offers Volunteers are needed for the following Earle Brown Days
a variety of activities: table games, athletics, socialization, art, festival committees: Barn Dance, Arts and Crafts Fair, Car
individual living skills and community outings. Most activities Show, Talent Contest, Picnic /Games and Junior Royalty. There
offered are at little or no cost to the participant. If you would are also openings on the Earle Brown Days Board of Directors,
like more information on the program, please call 535 -6069. which meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each
A calendar of events is available upon request. Come see us month at City Hall. For more information about volunteering
at 5510 W. Broadway /Crystal Gallery Mall, Room 215 -A. for a committee or the board of directors, please call Sue at
the parks and recreation department, 569 -3400.
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS
CONSTITUTION HALL in the Brooklyn Center Community ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR - June 24 & 25
Center is available for business meetings and private functions. Exhibitors are needed for the fifth annual
It is a great place to host a family reunion, shower, graduation Earle Brown Days Arts & Crafts Fair. The
or anniversary party. The building may also be reserved for show will be held outdoors on Fri. June CC
overnight functions. Room set -up, including tables, chairs, P.A. 24 & Sat. June 25 at the Earle Brown
system and use of a small kitchen is included in the usage fee. Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Drive. Registration fee is
This unique room can accommodate up to 195 persons with $49.50 per space. Items must be handcrafted.
banquet style seating and 250 for lecture style. Brooklyn Center Call 569 -3400 to request an application form.
Community Center is a smoke free building and alcohol is not •�
permitted. To find out more about fees and availability, call HOLIDAY BAZAAR - November 5
Kathy Flesher, 569 -3400. For pool rental information, call The 22nd Annual Holiday Bazaar will be 00
Dorthy Stirens, 569 -3317. Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Earle Brown Heritage •
ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK Center. If you are an exhibitor and would like more information
Entertainment In The Park returns June 14 for the ninth on how to participate, call the parks and recreation department
exciting season. The program will kick off with Reuben at 569 -3400. Rules and information will be mailed to you with
( ( D Ristrom and the Bourbon Street Boys. Other groups the registration form. Tables are distributed through the lottery
will include the Rockin' Hollywoods, Kid's Kollectibles, system. Applications must be received by March 26.
Zuhrah Flames, Chmiewlewski Fun Time Show, and the Exhibitors selling taxable items must have a valid sellers sales
Minnesota Scandinavian Ensemble. All concerts begin at 7
tax permit to be eligible for the draw. Commercially produced p.m. in Brooklyn Center Central Park. Watch for all the details items are not permitted.
in the summer brochure.
Spring brochure Page 16
Special Activities Continued
RADIO CONTROLLED PLANE - OPEN HOUSE GIRLS SUMMER BASKETBALL
On Friday, April 8, 7:30 p.m., the public is cordially invited to A program designed for girls going into grades 7 -12 during
join the fun at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. the 1994 -95 school year. Girls are placed on teams with players
Grassfield R/C members are pleased to answer any questions from different schools. Emphasis is placed on continued
concerning the planes, radio control or any aspect of tile hobby. development of skills and having fun. There are no coaches
Come and see this exciting hobby! Refreshments will be allowed. The girls run their own teams. League play begins
served. For additional information about the club call Dave, late May on Monday and Wednesday evenings for 10 -12
663 -6917. weeks. Look for information distributed by your school
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB basketball coach. Registration Fee $42 includes a t -shirt. Junior
The Brooklyn Center Women's club is sponsored by the High league - grades 7 -9, 482 Senior High league - grades
Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department. Meetings 10-12,483.
are the second Tuesday of the month through May at I p.m. # Day Begins Time Location
in Constitution Hall ofthe Brooklyn Center Community Center. 82 M& W Late May TBA N VJH &
The purpose of the organization is to promote social, cultural BCHS
and civic activities for area women. A variety of programs 83 M &W Late May TBA NVJH &
are presented each month, followed by refreshments and a BCHS
social time. April 12 is the club fund raiser for our senior high COURAGE CENTER
scholarship. Members will have an opportunity to buy products Is an agency serving persons with physical disabilities or
with a percentage of the profit going to the club. May 10 is speech, hearing and vision disorders. Training and recreation
the annual spring luncheon, baby shower for CEAP and and competitive opportunities in team and individual sports
installation of officers. Trips are sponsored monthly to area are provided. There are adaptive physical education classes,
attractions. For information about the club, call 533 -1016. day camps, field trips and special events. If you are interested
SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN and want to have tun, call 520 -0495.
Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department wi II offer
a variety of summer activities including girls gymnastics camp. Most of the programs or activities offered in this brochure
preschool gymnastics, day camps, tennis lessons, arts & cratts have a minimum and maximum number of registrants to
classes, cooking, dance classes, soccer, drop -in centers, and operate. Some programs fill to capacity within a few days
much more. Special events will include Kid's Carnival and
Mickey's Beach Parties. Don't miss the summer fun. Program of the beginning of registration. In other cases, we have to
cancel activities several days before the starting date if
brochures and school flyers will be distributed the end of April. they appear to be under enrolled. There have been several
Registration for summer activities begins Saturday, May 14. instances where individuals have expressed interest in a
Registration for swim lessons begins at 9 a.m. and all other program that has already been cancelled. In either case,
class registrations begin at i 1 a.m. Numbers handed out one it is highly advantageous to you to REGISTER
hour prior to registration. EARLY!!
CENTERB1 GOLF COURSE
9 hole par 3
5500 North Lilac Drive 561 -3239
City of Brookhln Center
1994 Golf Leagues
MEN'S FUN LEAGUE MEN'S LEAGUE
Who: Men interested in fun golf league. Who: Men 18 years and older.
What: Organized golf play using handicaps What: Organized golf play using MGA handicap system with
—u with special weekly events, and prizes. special weekly events, prizes and seasonal trophies.
When: Tee times beginning at 7 a.m., Fridays, When: Tee times beginning at 3 p.m., Thursdays for 15
May 20 - Sept. 16. weeks, May 5 - August 11.
Fee: $22 plus weekly green fees. Fee: $22 plus weekly green fees.
Note: Separate sign -up date Afen's Fun Sec' page 18 league registration information.
League only April 8 beginning at 9 a.m
Spring brochure Page 17
Golf Activities Continued
YOUTH LEAGUE "NEW REGISTRATION FORMAT"
Who: Girls and boys ages 8 -17. FOR 1993 LEAGUE MEMBERS ONLY
What: Organized golf play using handicaps with special League registration begins March 12 and runs through
weekly events, prizes and season end picnic March 25. Centerbrook Clubhouse hours will be 9 a.m. - 4
tournament. p.m. Mon. - Sat. (closed on Sundays.)
When: Tee times beginning atNoon, Wednesdays for 11 LEAGUE REGISTRATION RULES
weeks, June 15 - August 17. ♦Only league members from 1993 season can sign -up
Fee: $10 plus weekly green fees. between dates designated (March 12 -March 25).
MORNING WOMEN'S LEAGUE *You must sign -up for the same day & tee time as the
Who: Women 18 years and older. 1993 season.
What: Organized golf play using handicaps with special # There is no rush to sign -up because you will be guaranteed
weekly events, prizes and seasonal trophies. the same tee time on the same day as last year.
When: Tee times beginning at 7 a.m., Thursdays for 15 *One person may sign -up for entire foursome if. That
weeks, May 12 - August 18. person pays the entire foursome entry fee and all members
Fee : $22 plus weekly green fees. of foursome played in last year's 1993 golf league.
MONDAY EVENING WOMEN'S LEAGUE ♦ All league entry fees must be paid at the time of
Who: Women 18 years and older. registration.
What: Organized golf play using handicaps with special ♦ Registration forms must have full names and addresses
weekly events, prizes and seasonal trophies. 1 of each person.
When: Tee times beginning at 4 p.m., Mondays for 15
weeks, May 2 - August 22. (No golf league May BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS
30 and July 4.) Swing into spring with easy and fun golf lessons. The one
Fee: $22 plus weekly green fees. hour class meets Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and
WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S LEAGUE Thursdays. One free round of golf is included. Classes are
Who: Women 18 years and older. limited to 6 golfers, minimum of 4 and are held rain or shine.
What: Organized golf play using handicaps with special Bring a 9 iron or wedge to the first class. Registration Fee
weekly events, prizes and seasonal trophies. $45.00/5 Sessions. Registration accepted immediately.
When: Tee times beginning at 5 p.m., Wednesdays for 15 Day Begins Times
weeks, May 1 l - August 17. Monday March 14 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $22 plus weekly green fees. Tuesday March 15 5:30,6:30, 7:30 p.m.
SENIOR LEAGUE Wednesday March 30 5:30,6:30, 7:30 p.m.
Who: Men and women 60 years and older. Thursday March 31 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
What: Organized golf play using handicaps with special Monday April 18 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
weekly events, prizes and seasonal trophies. Tuesday April 19 5:30,6:30, 7:30 p.m.
When: Tee times beginning at 6:30 a.m., Tuesdays for 20 Wednesday May 4 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
weeks, April 26 - September 6. Thursday May 5 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 plus weekly green fees. INTERMEDIATE FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS
Prerequisite is Basic Fundamental Golf Lessons. This class
is for golfers who need a refresher on consistency and
1994 LEAGUE OPEN REGISTRATION confidence. The golfers will draw from fundamental techniques
Open registration begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 which they have already learned in the previous session. One
for new league members on a first -come, first - served hour class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
basis. If necessary numbers will be given out at 8:30 a.m. Classes are limited to 6 golfers, minimum of 4 and are held
Register at Centerbrook Golf Course. rain or shine. One free round of golf is included. Registration
Fee $45.00/5 Sessions.
ADVANCED FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS
Register for golf lessons at Centerbrook Golf prerequisite is Intermediate Fundamental Golf Lessons. This
Course. First come, first served! class will focus on fine tuning the primary techniques the golfer
has already learned in the previous intermediate session.
ave money -- Emphasis is on middle /long irons and woods. Golfers must be
Buy a passbook! able to execute basic fundamentals with 75% efficiency.
Classes will be formed as requested. Classes are limited to 6
Seepage 19 for details. golfers, minimum of 4 and are held rain or shine. One free
round of golf is include R fee $45.00/5 Sessions.
Spring brochure Page 18
Golf Activities Continued
PASSBOOK & INDIVIDUAL ROUND RATES SPRING TUNE -UP SPECIAL
Attention League Members & Golfers: Save money! Buy our Tune -up your swing for your early spring golf game. Lessons
10 round passbook. (Save price of one round of golf by will focus on swing, power, club control, weight shift, etc.
purchasing a passbook.) Instruction will be given on an individual or group basis and
Passbook Rates Individual Round Rates times will be set up individually with the instructor.
Jr. /Sr. $63.00 Jr. /Sr. $ 7.00 # Of Golfers Length of Lesson Fee
Adult $72.00 Adult $ 8.00 1 1/2 Hour $20.00
Weekend $76.00 Weekend $ 8.50 1 1 Hour 30.00
2 1 Hour 40.00
3 1 Hour 50.00
4 1 Hour 60.00
Summer hours begin April 1!
SWIMACTWITIES
Registration for swim lessons begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday. PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS
March 12. All other class registrations begin at 1 1 a.m. Swirn lessons for children 4 years of age and older. Classes
(Numbers will be given out one hour prior to registration.) have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not
WHEN REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS, PLEASE accompany child in water. Classes 30 min.
GIVE US THE NUMBER OF THE CLASS. Classes once a week, $26.00/10 Lessons
Brooklyn Center Parks & Recreation Department uses the FOR PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN
American Red Cross Swimming Progression for lessons. # Day Begins Time Location
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS 91 Thurs. March 24 6:00 p.m. CC
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 2 92 Thurs. March 24 6:35 p.m. CC
and 3 years old. One parent must accompany the child in the 93 Thurs. March 24 7:10 p.m. CC
water, preferably the same parent each time. Classes 30 min. 94 Thurs. March 24 7:45 p.m. CC
Classes once a week, $26.00/10 Lessons Classes once a week, $23.00/9 Lessons
# Day Begins Time Location 95 Tues. April 5 6:00 p.m. CC
84 Thurs. March 24 6:00 p.m. CC 96 Tues. April 5 6:35 p.m. CC
85 Thurs. March 24 6:35 p.m. CC 97 Tues. April 5 7:10 p.m. CC
Classes once a week, $23.00/9 Lessons 98 Tues. April 5 7:45 p.m. CC
86 Tues. April 5 6:00 p.m. CC Classes once a week, $21.00/8 Lessons
87 Tues. April 5 6:35 p.m. CC 99 Sat. March 26 9:30 a.m. CC
Classes once a week, $21.00/8 Lessons 100 Sat. March 26 10:05 a.m. CC
88 Sat. March 26 10:40 a.m. CC 101 Sat. March 26 10:40 a.m. CC
Day classes twice a week, $26.00/10 Lessons 102 Sat. March 26 11:15 a.m. CC
89 M &W March 28 9:30 a.m. CC Day classes once a week, $26.00/10 Lessons
90 M &W May 2 9:30 a.m. CC FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY
103 Mon. March 28 9:30 a.m. CC
104 Wed. March 30 9:30 a.m. CC
SPECIAL NOTE Day classes twice a week, $26.00/10 Lessons
The pool, exercise room and sauna will be closed on Sat. FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY
& Sun., May 21 & 22 for Brooklyn Swim Club's annual 105 M& W March 28 10:05 a.m. CC
meet. The public is invited to watch free of charge. 106 M &W March 28 10:40 a.m. CC
107 M &W May 2 10:05 a.m. CC
SPECIAL WATER SLIDE HOURS FOR SPRING 108 M &W May 2 10:40 a.m. CC
BREAK
The water slide will open at 1 p.m. Monday, March 28
through Friday, April 1. See Community Center page 22,
Holiday schedule for pool and water slide.
Spring brochure Page 19
Swim Activities Continued
NORTH VIEW CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS SPECIAL NOTE FOR SWIM LESSON VIEWING
Swim lessons for children 6 years of age and older. Classes All swim lessons held at the Community Center may be
have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Registration observed by parents from the upstairs windows located in the
Fee $26.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. gameroom. Sorry - no parents are allowed on the pool deck
# Day Begins Time Location or downstairs observation area during lessons.
109 Mon. March 28 6:00 p.m. North View
110 Mon. March 28 6:35 p.m. North View ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
111 Mon. March 28 7:10 p.m. North View Swim lessons for children and adults of all ages with physical
BEG. ADULT AND HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS or developmental disabilities. Classes have a ratio of one
Instruction for adults and high school students with very little student to one instructor. Registration Fee $25.00/8 Lessons.
swimming experience. This is an opportunity to learn with Classes 30 min.
others of comparable ability. Open to high school age and up. # Day Begins Time Location
Classes 40 min. 117 Sat. March 26 9:30 a.m. CC
Classes once a week, $33.00110 Lessons INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING
# Day Begins Time Location A class designed for LEVEL VI students and above who are
112 Mon. March 28 10:40 a.m. CC interested in learning some of the skills which are unique to
Classes once a week, $29.00/9 Lessons competitive swimming - the butterfly stroke, racing dives, and
113 Tues. April 5 7:45 p.m. CC flip turns, as well as practicing the other competitive swimming
strokes. Registration Fee $26.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
INT. ADULT AND HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS # Day Begins Time Location
This is for adults and high school students who are comfortable 118 Thurs. March 24 7:10 p.m. CC
in the water and wish to brush up on strokes, learn new strokes,
or work on endurance. Open to high school age and up. SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING
Registration Fee $33.00/10 Lessons. Classes 40 min. Do you like dancing? Are you a LEVEL III swimmer or
# Day Begins Time Location better? Combine the two in beginning synchronized
114 Thurs. March 24 7:45 p.m. CC swimming! Students will learn basic stunts and formations in
115 Wed. March 30 10:40 a.m. CC the water and develop routines. Registration Fee $23.00/9
SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS Lessons. Classes 30 min.
Swim lessons for men and women ages 62 years and older. # Day Begins Time Location
Here is a chance to brush up on skills you have already learned, 119 Tues. April 5 7:10 p.m. CC
experience new skills or just start right from the very beginning.
We also have room for "Super Chickens." Registration Fee PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
$33.00/10 Lessons. Brooklyn Center residents $28.00/10 Swim lessons for all levels on a one -to -one basis for children
Lessons. Classes same days and times as adult lessons. or adults. Missed lessons will not be made up. Registration
Fee $46.00/5 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
DIVING # Day Begins Time Location
Beginning lessons on the one and three meter diving boards 120 Thurs. March 24 7:45 p.m. CC
for children who are LEVEL III or better swimmers. 121 Sat. March 26 11:15 a.m. CC
Registration Fee $21.00/8 Lessons. Classes 30 min. SWIM AND STAY FIT PROGRAM
# Day Begins Time Location Swim and Stay Fit is a planned activity to encourage individuals
116 Sat. March 26 10:40 a.m. CC to swim regularly until 50 or more miles are reached. It is not
AQUA EXERCISE CLASSES a marathon, not a race, not competitive, not an endurance
See pages 6 & 7 for information. contest. It's goal is to improve the long -term physical fitness
of the swimmer. Persons will be able to track their progress
on cards at the pool. Swimmers will receive a certificate and
patch at the completion of 50 miles. For Adults age 18 and
�� • up. Sign up with the pool staff. Fee is FREE with daily pool
The parks and recreation department does not provide accident admission or membership.
insurance for participants in any of its programs. Participants NORTH VIEW POOL AND GYM RENTAL
assume all inherent risk of injury from their involvement in The North View Jr. High Pool and Gymnasium located at
programs or activities outlined in this brochure. 69th and Zane Avenue North are available for rental at various
times during the week. Reservations are requested a minimum
of two weeks in advance. Call Dorthy at 569 -3317 for further
i nformat i o n.
Spring brochure Page 20
Swim Activities Continued
EMERGENCY WATER SAFETY HOME ALONE - BASIC AID TRAINING
A Red Cross course designed to help participants become A Red Cross first aid class for children ages 8 -12. The class
familiar with potential hazards of water activities, to prevent will teach children how to handle burns, poisoning, choking
accidents, and to respond effectively if an emergency does and breathing emergencies, and simple first aid. Help your
occur. This course will not qualify a participant to be a children be able to help themselves! Registration Fee $16.00/
lifeguard. However, it will serve as a foundation for further 2 Sessions. Classes 3'/2 hours. Instructor Loren Tenold. Bring
training in lifeguarding. This course is open to anyone that has a bag lunch if desired.
passed LEVEL V. All classes must be attended and absences # Day Begins Time Location
will not be made up. Registration Fee $33.00/10 Lessons. 125 Sat. April 9 9:00 a.m. CC
t Classes 1 hour.
BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB
# Day Begins Time Location Do you enjoy swimming? Do you want to improve your ability
122 Sat. March 26 10:05 a.m. CC to swim the four competitive strokes? Do you want to have
fun and participate in swim meets? Do you want to compete
LIFEGUARD TRAINING �s ith swimmers your own age and with similar aquatic abilities?
A Red Cross course to provide the necessary minimumskills If so. the BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB is for you.
for a person to qualify to serve as a nonsurf lifeguard. 1ROOKLYN SWIM CLUB is a local affiliate of United States
Participants must be at least 15 years of age before the first Swimming Inc. Most of our Olympic swimmers including
class, swim 500 yards continuously using each of the following Summer Sanders, Angel Martino, Matt Biondi and Pablo
strokes for at least 50 yards: crawl, breaststroke, elementary Morales started in USS Club. For more information, contact
backstroke and sidestroke, recover a ten pound diving brick Jesse Thomas at 529 -2351. The Brooklyn Swim Club is co-
from nine feet of water, swim underwater 15 yards, and tread sponsored by the parks and recreation departments of
water one minute. The required Red Cross Standard First 13rooklvn Center and Brooklyn Park.
Aid course is included as part of this program on Wed. April COMMUNITY CENTER POOL AND WATER SLIDE
20 & 27, 6 - 10 p.m. at the community center. (Students RENTAL
who have a current American Red Cross Standard First
Aid and CPR card do not have to attend these days.) The community center pool and water slide are available for
Registration fee for Lifeguard Training only $79.00/9 Sessions; rental by your group or party at various times during the week. Call Dorthv at 569 -3317 for further information.
Lifeguard Training plus Standard First Aid $99.00/11 Sessions.
All sessions must be attended and absences will not be made CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US.
up. Classes 3 hours. No refunds after April 8. For more information, see page 13.
# Day Begins Time Location
123 Sun. April 10 4:00 p.m. No SPECIAL POOL EVENTS
* *Saturday Night Live - March 12, 6 -9 p.m. Enjoy an
LIFEGUARD TRAINING REVIEW/ evening at the pool of swimming and sliding to rocking tunes,
RECERTIFICATION both old and new. Bring your family or friends - forget
This class is for those students with a current American Red ��.inter for an evening of swimming fun! Groups welcome.
Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate. Note: You will also Prices include the water slide.
need a current Adult CPR and Standard First Aid card to be * *Saturday Night Live /Beach Party - April 16, 6 -9
recertified. Please bring all three cards to session 1. Both p.m. Bring an inner tube, air mattress, beach ball, or floating
sessions must be attended and absences will not be made up. animal. (Note: No other toys or floatation devices will be
Students should review their lifeguarding materials before allowed.) Enjoy swimming, sliding, and floating to music.
attending this fast -paced course. Students must pass a written * *Saturday Night Live /Beach Party - May 14,6-9 p.m.
pre -test as a class requirement. Please bring your lifeguarding It's another Saturday night of fun at the Brooklyn Center
testbook and a pencil to class. No refunds after June 1. pool and Water Slide. Bring those blow -up, floating toys
Registration Fee $35.00/2 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. and celebrate warmer weather!
Instructor Loren Tenold. "Admission to Saturday Night Live is $3 for 17 and
# Days Dates Time Location under and $4 for 18 and over. Memberships are not
124 Sat & Sun June 4 & 5 9:00 a.m. CC accepted for this special event. Everyone remaining
in the building will be charged. Prices include use of
water slide.
.VOTE: Children must be at least 52" tall to use the
water slide alone or must be accompanied by an adult
18 years or older.
Spring brochure Page 21
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6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 569 -3400 TDD Number 569 -3404
Memberships
Membershipsentitlethememberto usethe swimming pool, exercise room and saunaduringrecneational or"open" periods. Memberships
are also available to include use ofthewater slide. Familymemberships include husband, wifeand children 20 years ofageand under living T
athome. Foradditionalinfonnation, call 569 -3400. Membership and general admission rates subjectto change without notice.
Membership Rates with Water Slide I rMembership Rates without Water Slide
I month 3 months 6 months 1 year I month 3 months 6 months I year
Family $ 61 $160 $274 $408 Family $ 40 $106 $181 $308
Individual $ 37 $ 81 $158 $250 Individual $ 25 $ 62 $ 98 $166
Seniors* $ 15 $ 40 $ 75 $140
General Admission *13Cresidentsonly
Monday Bargain Days
WithWaterSlide WidxutWaterSlide
SeniorAdults(62 and over) $3.50 $2.00
Aduhs(18 &over) $4.25 $2.75 '
Youth(15 -17) $3.75 $2.25 1 1
Children(6 -14) $3.50 $2.00 1
Chikhw(2 -5) $2.25 750 1
Children under2 Free Free
d er Un2 Free Free
Exercise Room 8 Sauna Open Swim Schedule Holidays not included
Schedule
M=lay,Wednmlay &Friday Mmlay,WedneAry &Friday Water Slide Schedule
9 am. to 10 p.m. 9 am. to 10 P.M. 11
(Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) (Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Monday&VVech"day
Tumlayand Thursday TuesdayandThursday 6 to 9p.m.
9 am. to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday Saturday Sunday
Adults only: ., Adults only: to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 p.m. 12 to 6 p.m.
and 8:30
( y 9 a.m. to 1 p ( y to 10 p.m.) and 8:30 to 10 p.m.) 9 am. to 1 p m., The parks and recreation department reserves
Saftuday Safi the right to open the water slide during non-
9 am. to 9 p.m. Noon to 9 p.m.
scheduled times. Children must be 52" high to
Sunday (Adults only: Noon to 1 p.m.) go down the slide alone. Those not meeting
Noonto6p.m. Sianday this requirement may go down when
accompanied by an adult 18 or over.
The use of the exercise room is limited to Noonto6p.m.
15 years and older and the sauna 18 Children under 6 years old Spring Break/Holiday Schedule for
years and older. Children younger than must be accompanied by an pool and water slide
this will not be allowed even if adult in the pool. Mon, March 28, 1 -9 p.m.
accompanied by an adult over 18. Tues, March 29, 1 -6 p.m.
The'Tby Corner"will be provided forparents attending momingclasses, Wed, March 30, 1 -9 p.m.
pnogarrrs, meetingsorswimmingatdwcommunitycenter. Minimumageis Thurs, March 31, 1 -6 p.m.
six months. Thecost is$1 foreachpreschoolchild . The "PlayComer"will Fri April I, 1 p.m.
be open regular hours, Monday - Friday, 9 am. to 12:15 p.m. After classes or Memorial Day, May 30, Noon - 6 p.m.
swimming, parents are invited to relax in our concession area before picking up The pool, sauna, exercise room and water slide
will be closed on Easter, April 3 -- and on
children. Additional hours are being offered forthe exercise classes on May 21 & 22 for a swim meet.
Tuesdayeveningsfrom 5:45 p.m. Call 569 - 3400. The water slide will also be open at I p. m. on all
Game room with jukebox, pool tables, video games and pinball machines schoolholiday
located nextto snack bar. Hours subject to change; call 569 -3400
Spring brochure Page 22
Reg istration Infortuation
569 -3400 569 -3404 TDD
1. Registration for spring classes and programs begins Sat., March 12 at the Brooklyn Center
Community Center (except where noted in class descriptions). Numbers will be distributed one hour prior to
registration. Sorry, no phone registration. Registration for swim lessons, conducted at the community center
and North View Jr. High pools, will begin at 9 a.m. on Sat., March 12 at the conununity center. Sorry, mail
registrations will not be accepted for swim lessons. Registration for other classes and activities begins at 11
a.m. Mail registrations will be processed beginning Mon. March 14. Senior adult registration begins Fri.,
March 11. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., registration follows.
2. On Sat. March 12, the opening day of registration, a person may sign up for themself or their immediate family.
After 3 p.m on this day, you may register for as many as you wish.
3. The parks and recreation office located in the community center is open Monday through Friday from
8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
4. Where classes are limited, registration will be on a first -come, first -served basis. Persons are not
registered until the fee has been paid. The parks and recreation department reserves the right to cancel classes
or activities when an insufficient number of people have signed up.
5. Instructors will not be permitted to accept registration at the activity location.
6. Refund procedure: Requests for refunds must be made at least 24 hours before the first class session.
There will be a $3 service charge. If you find it necessary to cancel after the first class, make your request
24 hours BEFORE the SECOND class. The class will be prorated plus there will be a $4 service charge.
Refunds are mailed to participants in check form. Please allow 2 -3 weeks for your refund. The refund
procedure for holiday classes and special one session classes are noted in the class description.
7. Sorry, no trip refunds unless cancelled by the parks and recreation department.
8. Persons who register for an activity where capacity enrollment has already been reached will be placed on a
waiting list. Additional classes may be formed if there are sufficient requests and if space and a
competent instructor are available.
9. Senior adults, 62 years and older, who are residents of Brooklyn Center will receive $10 off the
registration fee of any adult activity class $20 or more. This does not apply to supplies, special senior
classes which are already reduced, or classes less than $20. Other exceptions will be noted in class descriptions.
10. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators, including parents, are not allowed except with permission.
This includes children.
Reeistratten.
For class locations see page 6. lnff mathw
Spring brochure Page 23
Experience the Br ooklyn 1 Cente
GREAT FOR SWIMMING GREAT FOR PARTIES GREAT FOR EVERYDAY
Indoor Olympic Pool, Sauna and I peop w i t h Daily fees and memberships
Exercise Room open daily - See pa adm tothe poo C available - Every Monday is Bargain
page 22 for schedule 569 fOr group rates. Day with bargain prices (excluding
150 ft. Indoor Water Slide* - holidays.)
open Mon and Wed 6 to 9 p.m., Snack bar to quench your thirst and �!
Friday 4 to 9 p.m., Sat. 1 to 9 p.m., appetite. Located next to game room.
and Sun. Noon to 6 p.m. Game room with jukebox, pool
Diving Boards -Two 1 -meter and tables, video games and pinball
one 3 -meter boards. ;;y.,r. machines.
*Children must be 52" high in order to go Call the Community Center at 569 -3400
down the slide alone. tf not, they may go o — — -�
down when accompanied by an adult over 18. for more information.
Parks and Recreation ■■■■■■■■■■■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■■■ ■■
Advisory Commission
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The Parks and Recreation Commission meets ' Mail Registration Card ■
the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. ■ Name
at City Hall. This Commission advises the •
City Council on the parks and recreation
program in Brooklyn Center. ■ Address ■
Bud Sorenson, chairperson: Art Mead; Tom •
Shinnick; Don Peterson; Sarah Robinson Zip Phone ■
Pollock; Margaret Knutson; Kay Lasman ■ ■
Department Mission •
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn Center E Class Name
that they may share in the God given right to ■ ■
beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, and to the • Location Class #
end that each may herein find the laughter of ■
childhood, the acceptance of youth, the ■ ■
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fulfillment of adult life, and the ■ ■
companionship of old age, through a healthy, ■ ■
satisfying use of leisure time. ■ Child's Age Amount ■
Parks and recreation ■ Registration card is for mail use only and will not be accepted before ■
brochure inside! , March 14, 1994. For registration information, see page 23.
City of Brooklyn Center Bulk Rate
31 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway U.S. Postage
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 PAID
Mpls., MN
Permlt No. 2170