HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 Edition 95 January-February Brooklyn Center's
CITY WATCH
A cornnuinitY ncwshcttcr published by the City of Brooklvn Center; No.
Jan /Feb 1995
Inside the City general Nov. 8 election
Image program 2 b
Mission statement 2 r e a k s records
New recycling rates 2
Earle's receives 2 During the Nov. 8 general Kathleen Carmody to the soon
raves election, Brooklvn Center to be vacant council seats.
voters were once again out in Kragness, Hilstrom and
Snow policy 3 record numbers. An impressive Carmody join Councilmembers
Officers honored 4 61 of registered voters turned Barbara Kalligher and Kristen
'95 council schedule 4 out to cast their vote for their Mann, thus making a the first
candidate of choice. all female council in the
Rec director 4
Voter turnout wasn't the only Minnesota history.
inducted to hall of records that the Brooklyn Center New members will take office
fame general election broke. For the at the first council meeting of
Donors /volunteers 5 first time in Brooklyn Center the year, Jan. 9, 1995. Currently,
needed history, a woman was elected Kragness serves on the charter
mayor and an all - female council commission; Hilstrom on the
Mediation 5 will govern in 1995. planning commission; and
Timely tidbits/ 5 Residents chose Myrna Carmody on the housing
calendar Kragness as their mayor -elect commission.
and Debra Hilstrom and
Parks and City celebrates Studies show that people who
•14:4 Recreation participate in Neighborhood
Winter 1 00th birthday. Watch are more likely to call
Brochure 100th Neighborhood the police if they see suspicious
Pages 6 -20 Watch group formed activity
The
Adult Activities 6 -10 s Brooklyny of We're Listening
Senior Activities 10-11 Center City installs suggestion boxes
Children Activities 11 -13 celebrated This fall, the City installed new
Teen Activities 13 their 100th the birth of suggestion boxes at City Hall,
Special Activities 13 -14 neighborhood watch the community center, the city t 1 group Swim Activities 16 -17 on Oct. 27 with an garage and all city -owned liquor
Fees, Times, etc. 18 informal gathering of new, stores.
watch residents on the 5700- The suggestion boxes are for
General Information 19 5900 block of Fremont Avenue. both residents and employees of
Registration Card 20 The 20 families that make up the City to recommend ways
the group are only a small that we can better serve the
percentage of the 2,600 community, or to let us know
City Hall closed Jan. 2 in residences involved in the city's what we're doing right.
honor of New Years Day Neighborhood 1Vatch Program. Please take a moment to share
"Cont. on page 4. your comments with us the next
time you're at one of our
locations.
City teams with City garage a
chamber, residents designated hard -hat EU k E ms
and businesses to area
activate image In July of this year, the city (AA REA
campaign for
council awarded a contract to
P g The Builders, Inc. for
improvements to the central
Brooklyn Center garage. Along with a building
As a result of several addition, these improvements
include remedying a number of The completed facility will
meetings, the citizens and air quality, life safety, building provide an additional 12,800
businesses of Brooklyn Center code, OSHA and ADA square feet of space to be
have decided to implement an requirement utilized for vehicle storage,
onstructioo
image campaign for the city.
With the help of city and cn got underway central garage office space, a
p y in late August with earth work paint booth and hazardous
chamber staff, the image and soil corrections. By early material storage area.
campaign task force is currently December, the new addition Preliminary plans call for
working on a campaign mission was enclosed and scheduled public tours of the new facility
statement, goals and a for substantial completion by during Public Works Week this
campaign slogan. December 31. Remodeling of May
Although still under the existing building will begin
development, the mission in January with a scheduled
statement and goals as of Nov. completion date near mid -May.
30 are listed below. If you have
any suggestions for a campaign City adopts Recycling rates
slogan, please call Terri
Swanson at 569 -3440. mission statement change
Mission Statement/Purpose At their November meeting, Beginning January, recycling
The image campaign is a y p
P the city council adopted the rates for the City of Brooklyn
community program to inform City's mission stateent which
and educate both m Center will increase. The change
g residents and was developed during a work in rates is due to a substantial
nonresidents of the ualit of session. The statement reads as decrease in funding from
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life in Brooklyn Center. follows: "The mission of the Hennepin County for fiscal 1995.
City of Brooklyn Center is to c
Goals assure the best possible quality Currently, residents pay )0
of life for our diverse cents per month for this
To empower individuals who curbside service. However, in
live and work in the City f community by providing the
y munici al services of public 1995 the charge will be $2.15 per
Brooklyn Center to take i p month, per household, to reflect
responsibility for develo in e: safety, finance and p
Y � g administration, community in County's decreased
an continuing to provi funding.
development, recreation and g•
❑a safe environment public works in a cost- effective
manner."
Elan economically progressive Earle's Restaurant receives rave reviews
business and residential climate He continues that Earle's
Earley' REStaurant located in
❑attractive neighborhoods and the Inn on the Farm at the "provided homemade, all -
busine districts Earle Brown Heritage Center American style cuisine served in
as called D'Amico s best - kept pleasant, relaxing
❑a communication network secret by Peter Lilienthal in the surroundings.'
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City h
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1994 b
ctoer issue of Earles is ozvtied by the ty
that ensures the continued O .� �
promotion of Brooklyn Center Minneapolis St. Pan! MaQazirte. Brooklyn Center zvith D'Atitico +
Lilienthal boasts the "service Partners' staff overseeing the
was excellent and the wait staff kitchen. Earle's is open Friday and
notably polite, well- informed Satinday evenings only. For
and enthusiastic." reservations, call 569 -6330.
City Watch Page 2
Don't be buried in the snow this winter
Know the city's snow removal policy and safety tips
This winter don't be shoveled could damage snowplow
under. Know the city's snow equipment or become damaged Safety
removal policy and safety by the weight of snow or
guidelines and make this winter equipment contact. The City Minnesota state law
safe and wonderful. will not replace or repair prohibits plowing,
intruding items in the boulevard shoveling, blowing or
right -of -ways if damaged. placing snow onto public
Street Plowing roadways. Residents who
The City of Brooklyn Center Parking create a road hazard such as
attempts to plow all city streets No person in charge of any a slippery area, frozen rut or
within 12 hours of a "normal" vehicle shall park or permit a bump that causes .
snowfall. Ice control is such vehicle to stand upon the accident can be sued.
performed as necessary or after roads av of any highway or city Take extra care when
notification by the police street for more than four approaching an intersection
department. Cleanup and consecutive hours w ith pp app g between the limited visibility due to
additional ice control is hours of 2 and 6 a.m. nor for snowbanks.
performed after the initial more than six consecutive hours
plowing. at any other time. No person in Instruct your children not to
charge of any vehicle shall park play in or tunnel through
Sidewalk and Parking Lot or permit such vehicle to stand snowbanks. Plow drivers
Plowing upon any alley in the City of may not see your child
All sidewalks will be plowed Brooklyn Center at any time. when the are scoo in u
after one or more accumulated p g p
inches of snowfall. Parking lots Garbage and Recycling snow an the result could
require two inches or more of Containers prove deadly.
snow before they are plowed. All garbage and recycling
Both sidewalks and parking lots containers must be accessible for Allow a large clearance
will be plowed at the same time pick -up and placed off the street margin for snowplows since
as streets. No p back riorities are to allow for snox� removal. If
assigned to sidewalk plowing. necessary, containers should be they are often required a to
placed on the driveway. up while plowing and
Mailboxes Residents are required to make their vision hampered by y often
Residents are responsible for sure the containers are equipment
keeping their mailboxes clear of accessible to the garbage and and weather conditions.
snow for post office deliveries. recycling pick -up and are not in Although these trucks are
If, during plowing, a mailbox is the way of sno���plows. equipped with a horn or bell
tipped over by the weight of the that sounds when they back
snow, the property owner is up, you should still be
responsible for repairing or careful_
replacing it. If, however, there is
physical evidence that the Instruct your children to
mailbox was struck by a plow, stay at a safe distance away
the City could be responsible for from the plows and trucks
reimbursing the owner. at all times.
Boulevards and Right -of -Ways Keep fire hydrants free of
City code prohibits intrusions in snow at all times. Hydrants
boulevards on public street should be shoveled at least
right -of -ways without City five feet on each side in
approval. Structures and ftems order to allow easy and
such as landscape boulders, quick access in case of a fire.
posts and fences, improperly
positioned mailboxes, masonry
structures, timers, and stakes
within the street right -of -way
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Page 3
Public Safety Officers Council Minutes
honored for heroism
Four public safet employees City Council Regular Session and Work Session
were honored at the 11th 1995 Schedule
Annual Minnesota Public Safetv
Service Dinner in November.
Police Officer Rondle January July
Townsend and firefighters, 4 Work Session 10 Council Meeting
Capt. John Bentzen, District 9 Council Meeting 17 Work Session
Chief Kent Korman and 23 Council Meeting 24 Council Meeting
Charles Wall, were among 60 30 Work Session
men and women receiving
awards. February August
Townsend received the award 13 Council Meeting 14 Council Meeting
for catching a two- year -old child 21 Work Session 21 Work Session
who was dropped from a third - 27 Council Meeting 28 Council Meeting
story window during a fire and
also for helping a woman jump March September
from the same window. 13 Council Meeting 11 Council Meeting
Bentzen and Korman were 20 Work Session 18 Work Session
honored for rescuing two 27 Council Meeting 25 Council Meeting
teenage boys from a burning
house and Wall for saving two April October
children trapped in a burning 10 Council Meeting 10 Council Meeting
apartment. 17 Board of Equalization 16 Work Session
Congratulations to Officer 24 Council Meeting 23 Council Meeting
Townsend, Capt. Bentzen, Chief
Korman and firefighter Wall for Mai November
a job well done and to all 8 Mat
Meeting 13 Council Meeting
Brooklyn Center safety officers 15 Work Session 20 Work Session
for their help in making 22 Council Meeting 27 Council Meeting
Brooklyn Center a safe
community. June December
12 Council Meeting To be set in Sept. 1995
BC Director Inducted 19 Work Session
Into Softball 26 Council Meeting
Hall of Fame Neighborhood Watch
Brooklyn Center's Director of
Recreation Arnie Mavis is one of %� f ro m Cont. page I
the first six inductees into the
USSSA Hall of Fame. Like all This large number reflects the
inductees, Mavis earned the support shown by Brooklyn
honor for his outstanding Center residents for their police
contribution to the Minnesota department -- support that
USSSA program, which includes Crime Prevention Sergeant
Dave Grass said is truly
the annual Dudley Classic
which has been hosted by the appreciated by the officers.
Brooklyn Center Parks and Director of Recreation "We're proud that a city this size
Department for the has so many crime watch
Recreation De
p Arnie Mavis will he one of the groups." Sgt. Grass further
last 12 years.
For their dedication and first inducted into the USSSA explains that studies show that
service, inductees will receive a Softball Hall of Fame. people who are crime watch
specially - designed Minnesota participants are more likely to
USSSA Softball Hall of Fame call the police should they
ring and an honors banquet witness suspicious activity.
which will be held on Jan. 21. If you'd like more information
on the Neighborhood Watch
Program, call Sgt. Grass at
569 -3394.
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We want you ... Timely Tidbits
Donors needed
The City of Brooklyn Center will be hosting a blood drive on December
Tuesday, Jan.10, from 2 to 5 p.m. The bloodmobile %,gill be parked 31 New Year's Eve at
outside the lower level of the community center. Although all
blood types are needed, there is a shortage of 0 negative, A the community center
positive and A negative blood. Donors must be 17 through 75 (see page 17 )
years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and must eat a
good meal at least four hours before donating. January
Each day, 250 volunteer blood donors are needed to help supply 2 City Hall Closed for
blood components to patients in area hospitals. Donating blood is
safe, simple and takes approximately 40 minutes. Call the parks New Years Day
and recreation department at 569 -3400 to schedule an appointment
to donate blood. If you have any health requirement questions, 7 Pool and waterslide
please call the Memorial Blood tenter nursing staff at 871 -3300 ext. closed until 2 p.m.
260 or 252. 10 Blood Drive,
Volunteers Needed Community Center
Earle Brown Days' volunteers have fun - they are able to enjoy
the events and help at the same time. Volunteers are needed for the 16 Closed for Martin
following committees: Arts & Crafts Fair, Car Show, Talent Contest Lutheran King, Jr. Day
Picnic /Games, Dance and Junior Rovaltv Coronation. 'There are
also openings on the Earle Brown Days Board of Directors. The 28 Splish Splash
board meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Saturday Night at the
City Hall. For more information about volunteering on a
committee or on the board of directors, call Sue LaCrosse at the community center
parks and recreation department, 569 -3400. February
Charter Commission still has vacancies 4 Canoe Builders' show,
There is still ,i chance to serve community center
Brooklyn Center on the citv's charter
City Council commission. - 1 he commission", 8 Joint meeting of
Mayor purpose is to review the council and commissions
Todd Paulson existing charter, consider 20 City hall closed for
proposed changes and make y
recommendations for these Presidents' Day
Councilmembers changes to the cite council.
Barbara Kalligher If interested in serving on the
Kristen Mann charter commission, contact the
Dave Rosene City at 569-3300 -
Celia Scott Mediation helps single parent disputes
North Herne yin Mediation 'l he process is quick, with no
City Manager Project (NHMP� offers help to long delays waiting for court
Gerald Splinter single parents who are time. Mediations are available
divorced or who have never days, evenings, and weekends.
Service Directory been married in resolving Call 561 -0033 for more
child visitation problems and information.
24 -hour emergency number property disperse
Police, Fire, Medical 911 disagreements in an
Non - emergency police environment where you help �
569 -3333 make the decisions, not the
City Hall 569 -3300 court. New
TDD number 569 -3300 Costs are on a sliding scale
Community Center 569 -3400 with services offered at no
charge for parties with
Business Hours qualifying income levels. vps�y�
Mon - Fri. 8 a.m, - 4;30 p.m. 1 VCr1.< i
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PARKS & RECREATION
1995 W INTER BROCHURE
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CHILDCARE SERVICE DEEP WATER WORKOUT
The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending Deep water workout, the latest in aqua exercise! Using a
morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the floatation belt, this class combines conditioning, aerobic
community center. The minimum age is six months. The cost exercise and water jogging for an excellent over all body
is $1 for each preschool child. The `PLAY CORNER" will be workout! Swimming skills are not required but participants
open Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. beginning January should be comfortable in deep water. (Great for those who are
3. After classes or swimming, parents are invited to relax in overweight, have joint problems, are recovering from an
our concession area before picking up their child. Additional injury or are Iookingfor a newexperience in water exercise l
hours are offered for the exercise classes offered on Floatation belts are furnished or you may bring your own
Tuesday evening beginning Jan. 3, 5;45 - 8 p.m. if you need aqua vest. Registration Fee $ 17.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50
further information, call 569 -3400. min. I nstructors Vicki Syslo # 12; Kathy Berke #'s 13, 14,
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE # Day Begins Time Location
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women o2 12 Fri. Jan. 13 9:15 a.m. CC
years and older. If you are registeringfor the first time, please 13 Tues. Jan. 17 7:05 p.m. North View
furnish your doctor's name and number. Registration Fee 14 Wed. Jan. 18 6:10 p.m. North View
$11.00 /10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo.
# Day Begins Time Location WATER VOLLEYBALL -New
1 Tues. Jan. 10 9:15 a. in. CC Join us for a combination of fun and a good over -all body
2 Tues. Jan. 10 11:10a.m. CC workout! This coed program provides conditioning, develops
3 Thurs. Jan. 12 10:15a.m. CC cardio- respiratory fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and
4 Thurs, Jan. 12 11:10ann. CC endurance... not to mention soft landings and no sweat.
5 Fri. Jan. 13 10:15a.m. CC CAN'T BEAT THATI! Registration Fee $15.25 /10 Sessions.
AQUA EXERCISE -COED Classes 50 min. Instructor Kathy Berke.
Exercise in water for better health and tri miner figure. You do # Day Begins Time Location
not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Enjoy I Z� Wed, Jan. 18 8:00 p.nn. North View
a pleasant and invigorating exercise experience done to
music. Some aerobics will also be included. Registration Fee AEROBIC DANCE CLASSES
$16.25/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki Syslo ❑ All aerobic classes offer complete and effective
#'s 6, 7, 9; Kathy Berke # 8. conditioning for muscles, heart and lungs.
# Day Begins Time Location El Classes includewarmups, aerobic movements, muscle
6 Tues. Jan. 10 10:15ann. CC group work and cool down stretching.
7 Thurs. Jan. 12 9:15 a. m. CC
1:1 Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes
8 Tues. Jan. 17 6: l0 p.m. North View
9 Thurs. Jan. 19 7:05 p.m. North View ❑ All classes are COED.
AQUA -PLUS, HEALTHY & FIT ❑Fitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per
Good health and fitness should not be out of reach for you week. This can be a combination of classes or classes and
because you feel overweight. Rediscover the joy of walking, swinuning, biking, etc.
movement through this popular co -ed class Aqua exercise is El Classes are 50 minutes in length unless noted in the
fun, refreshing and leaves you with a feeling of exhilaration. class description.
You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the ❑ Childcare available for morning weekday classes and
water. Registration Fee $16.25/10 Sessions. Classes 50 nun Tuesday evening classes at the community center - See
Instructors Kathy Berke #10; Vicki Syslo 411. Childcare.
# Day Begins Time Location
10 Wed. Jan. 18 7:05 p.m. North View
11 Thurs. Jan. 19 6:10p.m. North View For registration information, see page 19.
Chlorine treated water CAN ii rswii)t sifits; sorri we are not responsib
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 6
Adult Activities Cont.
TONING CHAIR FITNESS
In this class we will do exercises to strengthen and improve This class is designed for men and women who have not
muscle tone and fexibility in a fun 45 minute workout.The actively exercised for some time and know they must! If you
emphasis will be on abdominal,thigh and buttock muscle consider yourself stiff and out of shape,inflexible,have a
groups. No aerobics will be done;exercises done to music. balance problem,bad back,bum knees or don't like exercising
Dress comfortably.Registration Fee$14.50/10 Sessions. in the water,this class is for you! The exercises are gentle,
Classes 45 min. Instructors Amy Gilbert 416,Vicki Syslo#17. start slow and build gradually to improve strength,flexibility,
# Day Begins Time Location promote better circulation and increase stamina. All are done
16 Wed. Jan. 18 7:OOp.m. Willow Lane seated and choreographed to music in a supportive and
17 Mon. Jan.23 7:OOp.in. Garden City friendly atmosphere. Registration Fee$12.75/10 Sessions.
TONE AND FLEX Classes 45 min. Instructor Bev Wilson.
Designed for all fitness levels,this class will emphasize the # Day Begins Time Location
use of safe body mechanics to strengthen and stretch major 23 Thurs. Jan. 19 11:20am. CC
muscle groups.The workout will be made fun and effective 24 Mon. Jan.23 11:20am. CC
by using Dyna-Bands®, 'i4-3 lb. weights and other SATURDAY FITNESS CLASSES
inexpensive props. Maintain and improve muscle tone and SATURDAY rOAWVC
flexibility without increasing workout time! Dyna-bands
provided for class use. Please do not purchase weights prior In this class we will do exercises to strengthen,improve
to the first class.Childcare is available.See Childcare. muscle tone and flexibility in a fun 45 minute workout.The
Registration Fee$15.00/10 Sessions.Classes 50 min. emphasis will be on abdominal,thigh and buttock muscle
Instructor Rachel Woods. groups. No aerobics will be done;exercises done to music.
# Day Begins Time Location Dress comfortably.Registration Fee$14.25/10 Sessions.
18 Tues. Jan. 17 7:05 p.m. C C Classes 45 min. Instructor Amy Gilbert.
FITNESS WALKING PLUS!- NEW # Day Begins Time Location
Minnesota's premiere walking for fitness program is here! 25 Sat. Jan.21 8:30 am. North View
SATURDAY LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
Need to find an exercise you can stick with for life! You've Whether you want a break from a hectic week,or just one
got it! Looking for motivation?It's Here! Are you carrying more day of exercise,come and enjoy this class. -
around extra unwanted pounds,including a spare tire around more will have o opportunity try p
your middle?It's gone! Want an exercise you can do any Participants pportuni to step aerobics.
where and anytime that really works?Uh-huh! Get your Registration Fee$16.50/10 Sessions.Classes 50 min.
walking fine tuned in this nationally recognized two hour Instructor Amy Gilbert.
program with take home materials that will have you launched # Day Begins Time Location
into healthy regular exercise for life! Burn fat,tone muscles 26 Sat. Jan.21 9:15 am. North View
and flatten your tummy without sit-ups,running,or exercise JUST FOR US- NEW-Adults&2-4 Year Olds
machines.This is more than"just walking"this is the For adults and children 2-4 years old,beginning Jan.20.
complete program for the new energized successful you! Fridays are special! Time has been set aside for you to do
Please dress for exercise indoors,and leave purses and brief something nice for yourself and also participate in a fun
cases at home. Registration Fee$13.00/1 Session. Class 2 program with your child.Sign up for our new morning step
hours. Instructors by WalkSport America,Inc. class(your child will be taken care of in the"Playcorner")
# Day Date Time Location and then it's wi J T les and giggles for the two of you!! Maybe
19 Sat. March 4 10:30am. North View you'll even want to stop at our snack bar for a special treat.
20 Wed. March 29 6:30p.m. North View $37.00 registration fee includes 9 weeks of Aerobic Step
FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+ Combo,Wiggles&Giggles and Playcorner childcare.
For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise who Younger siblings,minimum age 6 months,can go to the
want a gentle,low stress workout.Time marches on,but if we Playcorner for$1 per child per week See class descriptions
keep our sense of humor and exercise,we can feel and look for Aerobic Step page 8,and Wiggles page 13. Instructor
better. Using music of the big band era,this class will strive Amy Gilbert,
to improve flexibility,muscle tone and the vascular system at # Classes& Times Location
a level safe and comfortable for you. Although this is a 27 Step 9:30 a.m.&Wiggles 10:30 a.m. CC
program directed towards individuals 55 years and older, COLLEGE STUDENT AEROBIC SPECIAL
interested individuals of variable ages may attend on a space g shin
available basis.Wear loose fitting clothes and tennis shoes. y ow g Your current college identification card or fee
statement,you may register for selected aerobic and aqua
Registration Fee$10.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. classes at$3 off the regular rate.This special applies to
Instructor Bev Wilson. academic,technical,vocational and trade school full time
# Day Begins Time Location students. See class#'s 6-15,25-26,37-44 for description,
21 Thurs. Jan. 19 10:25ain. CC location and time.
22 Mon. Jan.23 10:25 am. CC
Park&Recreation Brochure Page 7
Adult Activities Cont.
AEROBIC /STEP COMBO
AEROBIC & AQUA EVENING DROP - IN CARD This class combines our regular low impact aerobic class with
Does your schedule demand flexibility ??! ! ! Here's a the hottest and newest trend of step aerobics. There will be a
perfect solution for you design your own schedule!! 10 minute warm up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10-15
This option is ideal for people who want to exercise minutes of step, followed by cool down and abdominal work.
but whom cannot commit to the same class every Stationary steps provided. Bonus passes and drop -in cards
week. Drop -In cards may be used for all fitness and may be used on step availability basis. Childcare is available
selected aqua exercise classes. ( Cards may be for # 42 - See Childcare. Classes 50 min. Instructor Rachel
purchased for aqua classes which do not reach Woods 442_ Amy Gilbert #'s 43, 44.
maximum enrollment.) Cards may be used in step
classes, on step availability basis. Cards are non- CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $17.50/10 SESSIONS
transferable and non - refundable and may only be # Day Begins Time Location
used du ring the winter session. Sometimes 42 Tues. Jan. 17 6:OOp.m. CC
circumstances beyond our control require us to 4; Thurs. Jan. 19 6:00 p. m. North drew
cancel a class or change location, therefore, it is the CLASSES ONCE A WEEK, $15,75/9 SESSIONS
responsibility of the individual to check the current 44 Fri Jan. 20 9:30a.m. CC
schedule. Student & senior adult discounts do not
apply. Now there's no reason not to exercise with us! DOG OBEDIENCE
428 20 Classes $30.00 I n st ructor will provide
#29 15 Classes 25.00 information in several areas of f
#30 12 Classes 21.00 dog obedience. Students will
#31 10 Classes 17.50 learn to work with their dog in 1
#32 8 Classes 16.00 order to teach them social `' J
#33 5 Classes 10.00 behavior and self - discipline.
# 34 3 Classes 6.75 The class is open to people 12 years and older whose dog is
#35 2 Classes 4.50 at least 6 months old. Registration Fee $19.00/6 Sessions.
#36 1 Class 2.25 Classes i hour. Instructor Karl Ditty.
# Day Begins Time Location
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS 45 Tues. Jan. 24 6:30p.m. Northport
This low impact class is at a little faster pace - fun -
challenging. Receive all the benefits of a good workout 55 ALIVE/ MATURE DRIVING
without the jumpingand jarringof regular aerobics. 55 Alive /Mature driving is an innovative, classroom driver
Registration Fee $16.25/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. training program designed to help persons 55 and older
Instructors Bev Wilson #'s 38, 39; Vicki Syslo #40; Amy improve their driving skills. Developed by the American
Gilbert#37. ,Association of Retired Persons, the course covers the effects
# Day Begins Time Location of aging and medications on driving, basic driving rules,
37 Wed. Jan. 18 6:OOp.m. Willow Lane license renewal,local traffic hazards, adverse road conditions,
38 Thurs. Jan. 19 9:30am. CC energy saving, and accident prevention measures. The
39 Mon. Jan. 23 9:30am. CC registration fee of $8 per person covers the cost of course
40 Mon. Jan. 23 6:OOp.m. Garden City materials and instruction is provided free. The instruction is
BEGINNING AEROBIC /STEP COMBO provided by trained volunteer instructors. Your check or
Take the first "step" toward your fitness goal! After a money order should be made out to HARP. (Cash cannot be
thorough warm -up, this class includes 10-15 minutes of accepted.) Advanced registration is required no walk -ins the
day of class. Registraion will be taken on a first come basis
beginning low impact aerobics and a 5 -10 minute introduction beginning Jan. 3. This two session course should be viewed
to the "step ". We'll finish your workout with spot exercises as an education seminar which has no connection to your
for the hard to reach areas and a relaxing stretch. Fee $17.50/
10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. instructor Amy Gilbert. driving record and does not involve driving or testing. You
# Day Begins Time Location will learn the basic accident avoidance skills while meeting
41 Day Jan. 19 7:00 p. m. North on insurance discount requirements. Participants are welcome to
bring a sandwich, beverages are available for purchase.
Smoking is not allowed. Registration
BONUS Fee $8.00/2 Sessions. Classes 4 hours.
Sign up for a class ( #'s 16 -18; 25 -26, 42 -44) and receive two Instructors Maurie Luby /Jim Wilson.
complimentary passes to use during the winter session. # Day Dates Time Location
Passes can be used to try out a different instructor, time -k' M & T Jan. 16 &17 9:OOa.m. Centerbrook
and location. 47 M & T Feb. 6 & 7 9-00a.m. Centerbrook
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 8
Adult Activities Cont.
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! 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 Conmiunity Center. REGISTRATION begins January 3, by mail or in
person, no phone registrations. Deadline dates listed are on a space permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip is
cancelled or a substitute can be found to take _your place. On extended trips, refund policies are very liberal. For more
information, call 569 -3400.
January 14 - PHANTOM - Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Trip deadline past, call to be put on the waiting list. Matinee
luncheon performance $29 /person, includes motorcoach, lunch, theatre tickets, tax, gratuities, and escort. Trip 9600.
February 28 - MYSTERY TRiP - Metropolitan area. Join us for this special winter break. We cant tell you too much but
one of the stops was considered the "in" place of the Gay 30's Wear comfortable shoes for this "gang buster" of a tour!
Cost $20 /person, includes motorcoach, two tours, entertainment, lunch, tax, gratuities and escort. Approximate time 9:30
a. m. - 1:45 p.m. February 17, registration deadline. Trip #601.
March 9 -THE MURPHY INITIATIVE -The Lyric theatre This really funny play is not to be missedby those who are
Irish, those who wish they were Irish, and those who are glad they're not! At time of brochure printing, restaurant not
confirmed. Call for cost. Febniary 17, registration deadline. Trip '4602.
April 29 - DOC SEVERINSEN AND THE MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA - Orchestra Hall. It's a weekender pops concert
featuring Doc Severinsen, world - famous clarinetist Eddie Daniels and great music from Duke Ellington, George Gershwin
and Benny Goodman. Seating on main floor, right center, rows 32 -36. Enjoy a delightful evening at one of the great
orchestra get - togethers. Cost $27.50 /person, includes motorcoach, main floor seatingand escort. Approximate time 7 -10:30
p. in. March 15, registration deadline. Trip 4603
May 10- 12- BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, PELLATULIP FESTIVAL& SCENIC VALLEY RAILROADTOUR.
This exciting itinerary takes us to Iowa for a scenic 14 mile train trip through the Des Moines River Valley, Pella, for the
celebration of spring during the beautiful tulip festival and Winterset which has become famous for the book and
upcoming movie, "Bridges of Madison County." Other tour highlights include: Pella Historical Village & Volksparade, John
Wayne's birthplace, Mamie Eisenhower's birthplace and one dinner and two lunches. Cost $234 /person, double occupancy
(single, triple, quad available). A $50 deposit will reserve your place on this unique tour. Trip #604.
199.5 Dlpv promise to be very exeiting.1 Sample o/ Junrre plan.v. Ca.vtle.v & Casinos Min: and Murnaamerrl OfRO e.v -96.
ROUND DANCING MEN'S "OVER 50" DROP iN
This class is a continuation from the fall session. A partner is If you are interested in getting together informally with other
needed. Registration Fee $40 /percouple /10 Sessions. Class 2 guys on a regular basis during the day, join us on Mondays
hours. instructors Barb & Ken LaBau. and Tuesdays at i p.m. beginning Jan. 3. The group meets at
# Day Begins Time Location Centerbrook Clubhouse, 5500 Lilac Drive. Cards are now
48 Wed. Jan. 11 7:30p.m. Garden City played. Future activities could include chess, cribbage,
LiNE DANCING scrabble or speakers on topics of particular interest to men.
No partner needed, easy- to-learn dances. Participants will Refreshments are available for purchase. Centerbrook is a
learn the fundamental steps and patterns making it possible smoke free building. If there is interest, an additional day will
to go out on any dance floor. You will learn the most popular be added on Wednesdays from 9 -11 a. in. at the Brooklyn
country western line dances as well as many new ones. This Center Community Center. If you have any questions call
class is ideal for anyone who loves music and dance. Please Kathy at 569 -3400.
wear hard sole, low heel shoes. Registration Fee $16.00/8
Sessions. Classes i hour. Instructor Bev Wilson T'Ai CHI CH'UAN EXERCISE
# Day Begins Time Location This ancient exercise from China uses slow relaxed
49 Tues. Jan. 17 6:30p.m. Willow Lane movements to develop strength while eliminating tension.
The class offers a simple and practical way to eliminate stress
MINI 500 TOURNAMENT and increase anyone's energy level. Energizing and fun! A
Minimum age 18. No pre -sign up, just bring a partner. Cost of one night demonstration Jan. 4. The cost is $1. A ten week
$3 per person, includes coffee, treats, expenses and prizes. class series begins Jan. I I at 7:30 p.m. and the fee is $40. The
All players agree to abide by the rules of the tournament, one hour classes are held at the Brooklyn Park Community
Tournaments are run by Senior Adult Volunteers on Saturday, Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N. Registration is accepted
Jan. 21, Feb. 18, March 18,12:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Community immediately in Brooklyn Park on a space availability basis.
Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Park and enter on lower Call for information, 493 -8333.
level. In case of inclement weather, call 569 -3400.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 9
Adult Activities Cont.
LAB AND FiRING PRIVILEGES POTTERY
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing
community center or have had previous experience and are and hand building. The community center offers a unique
familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited opportunity to practice your new skills by including in the
basis other than class time, and students may have pieces registration fee clay for projects, unlimited practice time and
fired in the seven week period. The lab program is designed firing fees. Bring a workshirt to the first class. Please allow
for individuals who want to work independently. Clay may be about $6 to purchase tools. Registration Fee $43.00/7
purchased at the community center. Arrange your own time Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Karen Haberle.
to work in the lab during the seven weeks. No instruction. 4 Day Begins Time Location
Starting week corresponds with pottery class schedule at the 5 Mon. Jan. 16 6:30 p.m. CC
community center. Registration Fee $33.00/7 Weeks for new 53 Tues. Jan. 17 6:30p.m. CC
lab students. if returning, please check with instructor. 54 Mon. Mar. 6 6:30 p.m. CC
# Day Begins Time Location 55 Tues. Mar. 7 6:30p.m. CC
50 To Be Arranged CC
51 To Be Arranged CC
VENIO
If you have any questions about the programs listed below, SOCIAL CLUBS
call Kathy Flesher, Senior Adult Coordinator, 569 - 3400.
Leisure Time Club -Meets Wednesdays for cards
SENI SPECIAL REGISTRATION FRIDAY, throughout the year from 11:30a.m.- 2:30p.m.Birthday's
• special tinie has been .. for persons 62 years and re celebrated the first Wednesday with entertainment
older . want to register for adult activities listed in this and refreshments. Bring your lunch, beverage available.
brochure. A person The monthly schedule is published in the Senior tip
ininiediatefamily NUMBERS HAN DED OUT Happenings.
DOOR 1 PENS AT 8:30 A . M . WITH REGISTRATI Brooklyn Twins /Supper Club - Brooklyn Supper Club
FOLLOWING. 1 • • 1 DOO 1 nieets the third Friday of each month at the Brooklyn
LEVEL Center Community Center. All persons 55 years and older
SENIOR HAPPENINGS sire welcome with advanced paid reservations. The full
Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center �- includes a delicious dinner, entertainment or
Parks and Recreation Department. The "Senior Happenings" cards. The cost is $5 for members, $6 for non- members.
tell activities going on at the clubs, in the community and Membership is $2) Join its on Jan. 20 for dinner. Complete information is in the monthly Senior
outings offered. Call for yours today!
TRANSPORTATION Happenings. ADVANCED PAiD RESERVATIONS ARE
Mini - coaches provide transportation to city sponsored REQUIRED. The clubs are sponsored by the Brooklyn
activities, grocery shopping, and major shopping excursions enter Parks and Recreation Department and meet at the
from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes and homes. A Brooklyn Center Community Center. Transportation is j
donation of $1.25 round trip is asked; however, those unable available through the Five Cities Transportation Program j
to make a donation will not be turned away. For information from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes and homes.
about the Five Cities Transportation Program, call Rita Se Transportation. l
DeBnryn537- 4534 ext. 33. To make reservations, call 537 -02i9. T.A.P.
BRIDGE FOR FUN Telephone .Assurance Program for elderly and handicapped
Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly who live alone. The program has helped several persons with
afternoon of bridge. We play the first & third Thursday of immediate needs; in some cases emergency situations. I f you
each month at 1 p.m. Call 569 -3400 for information. Bridge held are interested tit the program for yourself or a friend, contact
at Earle Brown Commons Apartments, 6100 Summit Dr. N. This a T AP clerk at 566 -0 15 7. We real ly care about our
activity is open to the public. participants! Sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Police Dept.
FITNESS & FUN FOR 5_5 +, CHAIR FITNESS &
AQUA EXERCISE SENIOR ANSWER LINE
This new telephone information and referral service will help
See pages 6 &7 for information. senior adults, their family members and concerned others of
MINi 500 TOURNAMENTS Northwest Suburban Hennepin County locate needed
See page 9 for information. services close to home. Trained volunteers and staff will
TRIPS AND OUTINGS answer phones between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monda Frida
See page 9 Community Tripsters for information. 333-2433. Sponsored by Senior Resources and affiliated with
SERVICES FOR SENIORS & DISABLED United Way, First Call For Help Network.
See Special Activities for chore services and meals.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 10
Senior Activities Cont.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING TAX -AIDE
Free screening is done at the following areas: Volunteers will help low income and senior adults with their
Brooklyn Center Community Center - 6301 Shingle Creek 1994 tax returns. Bring 1993 tax forms and 1994 tax
Parkway. Last Wednesday of each month, 10:30 a.m. - Noon information includingyour 1994 CRP or 1995 property tax
LEAP- 7231 Brooklyn Boulevard, Thursday, 10 a.m. - Noon statement. For rent or property tax credit you need to know
West Fire Station - 6250 Brooklyn Blvd., Monday- Friday, 8- total social security received in 1994. This will be on a SSA or
10 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p. m. RRB 1099. No appointments, first come basis, 9 a.m. -Noon,
Brookdale Mall - Between Sears & Penneys, monthly - 3rd Tours & Fri., Feb. 2- April 14, Brookdale Area Library, 6125
Tuesday, 7:30 - I 1 a.m. Shingle Creek Parkway, Help will also be done by
GIFTTRUNK appointment, 9 a.m. -Noon, for low income on Tues. Feb. 7-
A craft club run by seniors who sell their handcrafted items. April 11, at CEAP, 7231 Brooklyn Blvd. Cal i Carol Dale at 566 -
Membership is limited to Brooklyn Center seniors or members 9600 for an appointment. The TAX -AIDE program is offered
of either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For more at other locations, call the I RS. This federally sponsored
infonmation, call 561 -9278 or 561 -4805. Shoppers, visit the Gift program is provided by AARP, NRTA and RSVP. Service free!
Trunk on the first Wednesday of each month, excluding Jan ,
from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Selected items are on display and are SWIMMING POOL- New Rates!
available for purchase at the Brooklyn Center Community Senior adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center
Center throughout the year. residents 62 years and older at a special rate of $32 for three
SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS months or $12 for one month. Application may be made at the
See Swim Activities for information. community center desk. Non - residents and resident seniors
MEN'S "OVER 50" DROP -IN not interested in membership may swim at senior adult single
See page 9 for information. rates of $2 per time. The water slide is an additional $1.25.
MUHILDRENAcTivinEs
PR ESCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Registration for preschool accepted immediately. A limited This program enables students to explore fields outside the
number of openings may be available. Classes resume the regular school curriculum and is held immediately after
week of Jan. 3. Children may come one or two days per week. school. These programs are designed to acquaint elementary
Call 569 -3400 for information. The preschool program at the students with a new skill or to enjoy a new activity. Classes
Brooklyn Center Community Center is for children 3' 25 years are offered in cooperation with community education
old. Children must be 3' /2 by Dec. 31, 1904 and be toilet departments at Earle Brown, Evergreen, Fair Oaks, Garden
trained. The program emphasizes group socialization, music, City, Northport, Orchard Lane, Palmer Lake and Willow Lane
art, science and community awareness. Your child will learn Schools. Flyers will be distributed to children at school. If
numbers, colors, games stressing coordination, finger plays, you would like to see a class offered or would like to be an
and stories will be read. Field trips and parent programs are instructor, please contact Sue at 569 -3400,
also part of the program. Instructors Mrs. Braun and Mrs. FUNTASTIC FITNESS -NEW
Koffski. Funtastic Fitness is about fitness, fun and kids! Children will
CHILDREN'S DANCE PROGRAM play super -cool fitness games like: Step Soup, Sloop the
The dance program is offered during the school year. The Hoop, Funtastic Olympics, and Operation Fitness Shuttle.
winter /spring program session is 14 weeks and cost is $29.00 We will also explore wellness, further develop motor skills,
Classes are held on Monday evenings at Willow Lane School coordination and strength while having fun. Kids will help
and Saturday mornings at Earle Brown School. Tinv Tot Tap prepare and eat a healthy snack too. Don't miss this
and Ballet classes are for children ages 3 - 6. Creative Dance opportunity to promote the fun of fitness to your child. For
and Jazz and Tap and Ballet are for children in grades 1 and up boys and girls ages 3! 2 - 5 years. Registration Fee $17.00/6
Classes began in September. There may be limited openings in Sessions. Classes 11 hours. Instructor Vicki Syslo.
some classes. Call Sue at 569 -3400 for information # Day Begins Time Location
The annual dance recital will be held at Park Center High 56 Mon. Jan. 23 1:00 p.m. CC
School on Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. with rehearsal the
evening of May 5. Every year we try to keep costumes simple CELELBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WiTH US
and inexpensive and still put on a professional looking recital )'our child's birthday is a very important event. For an extra
This year participants should expect costumes to run special day, plan a swimming party! Small groups (20 or less)
approximately $21 above the class registration fee. This fee will are invited to reserve a room for the party. There
be due late January. No admission charge for the recital 11
is no charge for the room and the birthday child e ,
' receives free admission to the pool and use of
• • • • water slide. Please call 569 -3.300 to make a
•' • reservation.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 1 1
Children Activities Cont.
BROOKLYN CENTER GYMNASTICS PROGRAM
The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed u�in, it skill progression of classes. The purpose of this
progression is to provide participants with a safe, conrfortahle advancement in gymnastics allowing them to develop to
their potential. Most students participate in a class two to three tinges before progressing to the next level. Parents may
attend the last 15 minutes of the last class. Separate classes have heen set up for preschool children and elementary age
girls. If you have questions about where to place your child, please call Sue at 569 - 34(1(1.
PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS
Preschool Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3 -5. (Children must be 3 by January 18. 1995 in order to register for this
class.) Basic gymnastics and exercises are designed to improve child's motor skills and coordination. Class activities
include tumbling and an introduction to the balance heam, hars and vault. Students must be able to do all skills before
advancing to Preschool II Gymnastics. There is a class ratio of X students /instructor. Registration Fee $18.50/8 Sessions.
Classes 45 min.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
57 Wed. Jan. 18 6:30 p.m. BCHS 7t) Wed. March 22 6:30p.rn. BCHS
58 Thurs. Jan. 19 6:25 p.m. North View 71 Sat. March 25 90) a.nt. North View
59 Sat. Jan. 21 9:(X) a.m. North View 72 Sat. March 25 10:55 a.m. North View
60 Sat. Jan. 21 10:55 a.m. North View 13 Sat. March 25 10:55 a.m. North View
61 Sat. Jan. 21 10:55 a.m. North View 74 Thurs. March 30 6 :25 p.m. North View
PRESCHOOL WKINDERGARTEN GYMNASTICS
This class is for preschool children ages 4 and up who have passel Preschool I Gymnastics and kindergarten children with
little or no gymnastics experience. Children will learn more advanced moves on the low balance beam, tumhlin and bars.
There is a class ratio of 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee S 18.50/8 Sessions. Classes 4.5 min.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
62 Wed. Jan. 18 7:20p.m. BCHS 75 Wed. March 22 7:20 p.m. BCHS
63 Thurs. Jan. 19 6:25 p. in. North View 76 Sat. March 25 90) a.m. North View
64 Sat. Jan. 21 9:OOa.m. North View T7 Thurs. March 30 6:25 p.m. North View
BEGINNING GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
Beginning Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -6 who ha\ e had I itt IC rn no gymnastics experience and Kindergarten g *irls who
have completed at least two preschool gymnastics sessions with Brooklyn Center. Participants will be taught basic
tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and headstands. Students will be taught simple skills on the beam,
vault, and uneven bars. Registration Fee $18.50/8 Sessions. Classes I hour.
# Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location
65 Sat. Jan. 21 9:50 a.m. North View 7X Sat. March 25 9:50 a.m. North View
66 Sat. Jan. 21 9:50 a. in. North View 79 Sat. March 25 9:50 a.m. North View
67 Sat. Jan. 21 11:45 a.m. North View eO Sat. March 25 11:45 a. in. North View
68 Sat. Jan. 21 1 1:45 a.m. North View 81 Sat. March 25 11:45 a.m. North View
INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS
Intermediate Gymnastics is for girls grades 1 -6 who have either passed Beginning Gymnastics or can do the following skills:
Tumbling - forward and backward roll, cartwheel, headstand: Beam - walk forward and back, front support and mount, squat
turn, forward roll, Vault - straddle, hip squat; Bars - back hip circle. single leg cut, pull over to front support. Registration
Fee $23.00/8 Sessions. Classes 1 hour, 15 min. Instructors Theresa Nickelson & Anita Westberg.
# Day Begins Time Location # D 1kv Begins Time Lotion
69 Thurs. Jan. 19 7:15 .m. North View X Thurs. March 30 7:15 p.m. North View
SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS BABYSITTING CLINIC
Through years of experience, we have found our Students in -rades 4 -6 will learn about the fun and
gymnastics and dance classes are conducted more Challenging world of childcare. They will learn how to
smoothly when not being observed by parents. Children, provide basic childcare and recreational activities, and how
as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their to prevent accidents and utilize community resources for
peers in a recreation setting. Parents are welcome to emergency help. Students must attend the full 6' /2 hours to
attend the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a be awarded Red Cross completion card. Bring a pencil, paper
short demonstration. Schedules will be given to students and it bag lunch, including beverage, to eat during the class.
on the first day of class. Registration Fee $15.00/ 1 Session. Class 6'/2 hours. Instructor
Debra Brock, Red Cross Certified Instructor.
# Day Date Time Location
KI Sat. Feb. I1 9:(X) a.m. CC
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 12
Children Activities Cont.
WIGGLES & GIGGLES - 2 -4 YEAR OLDS CUPIDS, COOKIES & CRAFTS
A popular physical activity program for parent & child age, Here's a chance for your little valentine to make a special
2 - Some exercise, a little dancing, stunts, tricks. and most of craft, sing songs, and decorate a tasty cookie! For pre -
all wiggling and giggling and lots of fun for everyone kindergarten children 3'/z -5 years old. Registration Fee $5.50/1
Younger siblings, minimum age 6 months, can go to the Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. Novotny.
Playcorner for $1 /child per week. Registration Fee $ 1 5.00/ # Day Date Time Location
9 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Amy Gilbert. 88 Sat. Feb. 10 10) p.m. CC o rs
# Day Begins Time Location 89 Sat. Feb. 11 10:0 a.m. CC
84 Fri. Jan. 20 10:30 a.m. CC
ST. PATTY'S GREEN DAY -NEW
MID - WINTER SNOWFLAKE PARTY - NEW T
Brrrrrr. It's cold outside. But you can have some old-�sSS Wrth the luck of Irish with us, we'll make g reen silly
putty, a sparkly, green kite and a placemat. Students will
fashioned winter fun indoors. Join us as we make
�a have fun making their very own "totally green" creations.
snowflakes using water, glitter and glue. Students
will also make clean mud and a snow castle. Fee includes The St. Patty's Day celebration will include a snack. For
,, rades K -6. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours.
snack. For grades 2 -6. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Clasp Instructor Teri Swanberg.
2' /z hours. Instructor Teri Swanberg. `
# Day Date Time Location
# Day Date Time Location 11O Sat. March I 1 IO:(X) a.m. CC
SS Sat. Jan. 21 IU:(X) a.m. CC LITTLE BIT O'LUCK
CUPID'S COOKIE & CRAFT COMPANY The luck of the Irish is sure to be with your little Leprechaun
Make this Valentine's Day extra special! Participants will when venturing off to the land of green through crafts,
decorate cookies and using their own creative talents, will songs, fingerplays and a special green snack! Don't forget
make a Valentine craft. We'll also make a Valentine's Day card. to wear g reen! For pre - school children 3 years old.
Kindergarten #86; Grades 1 -6 # 87. Registration Fee $6.50/ I Registration Fee $5.0011 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor
Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Teri Swanberg. Mrs. Novotny.
# Day Date Time Location # Day Date Time Location
86 Sat. Feb. II IO:OOa.m. CC 91 Sat. Mar. II 10:00am. CC
87 Sat. Feb. II 1:00P.m. CC g? Fri. Mar. 17 1:00 .m. CC
TEEN
SPIRIT MOUNTAIN JUNIOR HIGH SKI TRIPS
Join us for a fabulous trip to Spirit Mountain on Mon., Jan. Ski trips are offered for students in grades 7,8 & 9. Bus pick
16. Bus leaves North View at 6:45 a.m. and returns at up at North View at 3:10 p.m. Parent signed permission slip
approximately 7:30 p.m. Registration fee is $40 which required for all trips. Registration fee includes the lift ticket,
includes lift ticket, coach bus, rental equipment and transportation, and chaperons. Equipment rental is extra and
chaperons or $35 without equipment rental. For students in is paid at the ski area. Ski booklets are available at the
grades 7,8 & 9. Space is limited. Deadline to register is 10 community center and the North View school office.
p.m. Wed., Jan. 12, space permitting. Registration accepted at Registration accepted at the community center anytime
the community center anytime during office hours and on during office hours and on the Wednesday prior to the trip at
the Wed. prior to the trip at North View during lunch. North View during lunch.
# Day Date Fee Location # Day Date Fee Location
402 Mon. Jan. 16 $35 or$40 Spirit Mtn. 401 Fri. Jan. 6 $20.(X) Wild Mtn.
403 Fri. Feb. 17 $20.(X) Trollhaugan
R egi s t ra ti on -44 Fri. Mar. 3 $20.00 Afton Alps
SPECIALAmvims
BROOKDALE HENNEPIN AREA LIBRARY LET THE SILVER SLIPPER DANCERS ENTERTAIN YOU
The library is located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway and is Let the Silver Slipper Dancers entertain at your next club
open Monday - Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday - meeting or special event. ENJOY a fun repertoire of dances
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For general information call set to Broadway hits and nostalgic favorites. All members of
569 -3600; reference information, 569 -3610; Renewal this dance group are 50 years or older. For more information,
information 569 -3601; TDD 569 -3606. call Eileen at 561 -0859. Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Parks
and Recreation.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 13
Special Activities Cont.
ADAPTED RECREATION
The adapted recreation program is a cooperative effort of the citir, of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden
Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth. ROWnsdalc and %\c Hennepin Conununity Center. Participants must pre -
register. Residents may register beginning December 19, non - residents heginning Decemher 27 on it space availability
basis. West Hennepin Community Center is an agcncv unin,, individual, with developmental disabilities and their
families in the West and Northwest Hennepin areas. Seryicc, inc lude intormation and referral, advocacv, and
counseling. Programs include social /recreation cluh, and rdur.rtion programs. An integration specialist is on staff to
assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interc,ted in participating in "non- adapted" parks and recreation
programs. Call Karen at 988 -4177 for information and registration procedures.
•Parent/Child Dance Class -A fun, energizing dance class for pa and child to share and enjoy together. We'll
wiggle, jiggle, jump, dash, and turn! By exploring movement �� e �� ill heLin to Icarn the art ofdance with the help of
musical instruments, balloons, scarves, a parachute. ,tnd more 'I hi, Class is for children with or without disabilities
and is designed to create better awareness and higher ,el f c,iccm. Discover the wonderful world of dance while
*Saturday Sunshine Kids -Join us once a month lot field trip" L'\ ni activ ilies, music, crafts and other fun! This Saturday �
social /recreation program is for kids 5-11 years olrt. \\c meei ti( '111 i 1 10 a.m. on Jan. 21, Feb . 18 and Mar. 18. The cost
is $5 per time. This fun program meets at Hosterm❑n :\Ildd1c S� hoot. 5530 Zealand Ave. N. in New Hope.
*Bowling -A great opportunity to bowl and sociali/c. I.intit of Sri participant,. We howl at Doyle,, 5000 W. Broadway in
Crystal. The league fee is $17 plus $2.50 for each week hove lcd.
Adult Bowling - Saturdays, 10 a.m. -Noon, Jan. 7 through Mar. 1.
Teen Bowling (13 -17 years old) - Tuesday, 4 -6 p.m., Jan. 3 through F Ch. 28.
Youth Bowling (8 -12 years old) - Tuesday, 4 -6 p.m.. Jan. 3 through Feb. 28.
*Suburban Basketball League -This basketball league for per,ons 18 years and older has an emph on fun,
socializing, and skill development. Participant's ski 11 level %k ill he asses,ed and team /league placement will be made
accordingly. Participants will either play on Monday or Thur,day evenings_ No tryouts, everyone will play. The league
runs Jan. 9 - Mar. 16 from 6:30 -8 p.m. The fee is $20. Mects at Sunny [101 low School, 8808 Medicine Lake Road in
New Hope.
•Friday Night Social - Do you enjoy meeting new friends or like socializing with a group of people? Come join us
Fridays fora variety of activities. Crafts, bingo, swinuning, nun ie, and other special activities will be planned with
input from you. We meet at Northport School, 5421 Brooklyn Bled.. 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Jam. 6 - Mar. 4. The tee is $20.
•Special Event -New -Once a month WHCS will have a,pecial event for participants ages 13 and older. This month's
event is Line Dancing on Jan. 30 front 7 -9 p.m. at Brookv ie C'onununity Center. 200 Brookview Parkway in Golden
Valley. The fee is $5.
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• Individualized Leisure Planning- Are you ney in took n, boi cd. or looking for more to do? WHCS can assist people
with disabilities in finding and planning recreational a,:n% that fit their litestvle. We can also assist with finding a
way to work through obstacles that keep you from participating in recreation opportunities. You may plan what your
recreational goals are for the future and how you will accompli,h those goad,. For more information or an appointment
call Karen.
CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE - 9 HOLE PAR 3
5500 North Lilac Drive, Brooklyn Center - -"
561 -3239 -
Centerbrook Golf Course is open April through Octoher. The corn otters a wide range of lessons.
leagues and open golf times. Both passbook and individual Lott rates are available. Watch for more
information in the spring brochure which will be delivered to homes heginnin,- Fehruary 25.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 14
Special Activities Cow.
CANOE BUILDERS SHOW -FREE ADMISSION NORTHWEST COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM
The Minnesota Canoe Association, Inc., in cooperation This program is free to adults with serious and persistent
with the Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation mental illness who live in Hennepin County. The drop -in
Department, will present their annual Canoe Builders center offers a variety of recreation activities: table games,
Show on Saturday, February 4 at the Brooklyn Center athletics, socialization, fitness, and community outings. In
Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. addition, there are opportunities in women's, men's and
This annual program features a continuous program of spiritual groups. If you would like more information on the
speakers and demonstrations from I I a. m. to 5 p.m. Learn program, please call 535 -6069 or better yet, drop -in ! A
how you can build your own state -of- the -art wood strip calendar of events is available upon request. Come see us at
canoe in time for summer's warm days. Award winning 5510 W. Broadway in the Crystal Gal lery Mall, #215 -A.
canoe designers will discuss form and thoughts relating SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND
to today's modern canoes. Enjoy a full afternoon and INDIVIDUALS WiTH DISABILITIES
learn how simple it is for you to build your own canoe!
The public is also invited to our evening banquet. For CEAPoffers chore service and home delivered
information call Jim Scluebe 461 -3475. meals to eligible individuals who are over 60
years and any person of any age with a
ROBBINSDALECOMMUNITY EDUCATION ADAPTIVE disability living in Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center and south
PROGRAMS to 49th Ave. N in Mpls Hot meals are delivered by
The Robbinsciale Community Education Center offers volunteers at noon Monday through Friday .
programs and classes for adults with disabilities. Cal I The Chore Program includes snow removal, minor home
535 -9842 for class offerings, registration information. repairs, housekeeping and clean -up. Workers are skills -bank
including location, day, fees and eligibility. applicants whose references are thoroughly checked. Their
COURAGE CENTER name is added to our list of workers and referred to you when
Is an agency serving persons with physical disabilities and you call for service. 1'ou pay the worker when the job is
sensory impairments. At Courage Center you will find completed. Contact Lois at 566 -9600,
activities for all ages andabilities including social activities, BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB
day camps, field trips, special events and competitive and The Brooklyn Center ftnien's Club is sponsored by the
recreational sports. Call 520 -0473 for a program calendar A Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Department. Meetings
separate brochure listing activities and programs is available are the second Tuesday of the month through May at i p.m.
for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Call 520 -0495 in Constitution Hall of the Brooklyn Center Community
Voice or 520 -0405 TDD. Tutoring in academic skills, in Center. The purpose of the organization is to promote social,
preparing for the GED test and the written drivers test is cultural and civic activities for area women. Annual dues are
available by appointment, ca11520 -0554. So. A variety of programs are presented each month, followed
by refreshments and a social time. ALL ARE WELCOME!
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS Trips are sponsored monthly to area attractions. On Jan. 25
CONSTITUTION HALL in the Brooklyn Center Community the club will see Nunsense I1 at the Chanhassen Dinner
Center is available for business meetings and private Theatre. W'e travel to the Lavendor Inn in Fairbault and
functions. It is a great place to host a family reunion, shower, shopping at the Medford Mall on Feb. 28. Complete
graduation or anniversary party. The building may also be information about these trips is available at the monthly
reserved for overnight functions. Room set -up, including meetings. For more information about the club, call 533 -1016.
tables, chairs, PA. system and use of a small kitchen is COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY
included in the usage fee. This unique room can
uxonunodate up to 200 persons with banquet style seating The gallery located in the Brooklyn Center Community Center
and 250 for lecture style. Brooklyn Center Community Center is available for photograph or mixed media shows at various
is a smoke free building and alcohol is not permitted. To find times throughout the year. There is no charge for the exhibit
out more about fees and availability, call Kathy Flesher, space. Contact Kathy Flesher at 569 -3400 for more
569 -3400. For group pool rental information, call Dorthy
information.
Stirens, 569 -3317.
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US SPECIAL NOTE TO DAY SWIMMERS
Your child's birthday is a very important event. For an extra The water slide will open at 1 p.m. on these additional
special day, plan a swimming party! Small days. NOTE: some school districts have these days off:
groups (20 or less) are invited to reserve a 44/ i Jan 16, Feb. 20 and March 10, 17.
room for the party. There is no charge for the K ���1
room and the birthday child receives free
admission to the pool and use of water slide
Please call 569 -3400 to make a reservation. \�
Park do Recreatiotr Brochure Page 15
Swim
SPECIAL NOTE FOR SWIM LESSON VIEWING DAP"I'IVE SWIM LESSONS
Swim lessons may be observed by parents from the S\� tm lessons tier children and adults of all ages with physical
upstairs windows located in the oameroom. Sorry - no Or developmental disabilities. Classes have a ratio of one
parents are allowed on the pool deck or downstairs strident to one instructor. Registation Fee $31.00/ 10
observation area durin lessons. Lessons. Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location
PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS I IN Sat. Jan. 14 9:30a.m. CC
Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 1 I Sat. Jan. 14 10:05 a.m. CC
and 3 years old. One parent must accompany the child in the I*'G. ADULT AND HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS
water, preferably the same parent each time. Registration l=ee For adults and high school students with very little
$28.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. inuning experience. This is an opportunity to learn with
Classes Once A Week For 10 Weeks ethers of comparable ability. Registration Fee $35.0(/10
# Day Begins Time Location Lessons. Classes 40 min.
93 Thurs. Jan. 12 60)p.111. CSC # Day Begins Time Location
94 Thurs. Jan. 12 6:35 p.m. CC 12O Tues. Jan. 17 7:45p.m. CC
95 Sat. Jan. 14 10:40a.m. CC INT. ADULT AND HIGH SCHOOL AGE LESSONS
% Tues. Jan. 17 6:(X)p.m. CC I'm adults and high school students who are comfortable in
97 Tues. Jan. 17 6:35 p.m. CC the water and wish to brush up on strokes. learn new strokes.
Day Classes Twice A Week For 5 Weeks or work on endurance. Registration Fee $35.00/ 10 Lessons.
98 M & W Jan. 16 9:30a.m. CC Classes 40 min.
99 M & W Feb. 20 9:30a.m. GC # Day Begins Time Location
PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS 121 Thurs. Jan. 17 7:45p.m. CC
Swim lessons for children 4 years of age and older. Classes SI?NIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do not S im lessons tin men and women aces 62 years and older.
accompany child in water. Registration Fee $28.00/10 `
Lessons. Classes 30 min. H
ere is a chance. to brush up on skills you have already
Classes Once A Week For I(1 Weeks learned, experience new skills or just start right from the very
FOR PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN hcLinning. "Super Chickens" welcome. Registation Fee
# Day Begins Tune Location $15.00/ 10 Lessons. Brooklyn Center residents $30.0O/IO
Lessons. Classes same days and times as adult lessons.
100 Thurs. Jan. 12 6:O<)p.m. CC
101 Thurs. Jan. 12 6:3.5 p. m. CC INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING
102 Thurs. Jan. 12 7:10p.m. CC A Class desk-ned for Level VI students and above who are
103 Thurs. Jan. 12 7:45 p.m. CC interested in learning some of the skills which are unique to
104 Sat. Jan. 14 9:30a.m. CC competitive swimming - the butterfly stroke. racing dives, and
105 Sat. Jan. 14 10:05a.m. CC flip turns, as well as practicing the other competitive
106 Sat. Jan. 14 10:40a.m. CC vt imming strokes. Registration Fee $28.00/10 Lessons.
107 Sat. Jan. 14 II:15a.ill. CC
('lasses 30 min.
108 Tues. Jan. 17 6:(X)p.m. CC # Day Begins Time location
109 Tues. Jan. 17 6:35 p.m. CC 112 Thurs. J an. 12 7:10p.m. CC
110 Tues. Jan. 17 7: 10p.in. CC SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING
Dt) > ou like dancing? Are you a Level III swimmer or better?
l l l Tues. Jan. 17 7:45 p.m. CC
FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY Combine the two in bei_ synchronized swimmine!
112 Mon. Jan. 16 9:30a.m. CC Students will learn basic stunts and formations in the water
113 Wed. Jan. 18 9:30a.m. CC and develop routines. Registration Fee 528.00/10 Lessons.
Classes 30 min.
Day Classes Twice A Week For 5 Weeks # Day Begins Time Location
FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY 123 Tues. .Ian. 17 7:10p.m. CC
114 M & W Jan. 16 10:05a.m. CC PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
115 M & W Jan. 16 10:40a.m. CC S�� im lessons for all levels on a one -to -one basis for children
116 M & W Feb. 20 10:05a.m. CC or adults. Missed lessons will not be made up. Registration
117 M & W Feb. 20 10:40a.m. CC I'ce 548.00/5 Lessons. Classes 30 min.
# Day Begins Time Location
Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation uses the 124 Sat. Jan. 14 1 1:15 a.m. CC
American Red Cross Swimming Progression for lessons.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 16
Swim Activities Cont.
Chl orine i t
SWIM AND STAY FIT PROGRAM
Swim and Stay Fit is a planned activity to encourage
we are not responsible.
individuals to swim regularly until 50 or more miles are
DIVING reached. It is not a marathon, not a race, not competitive, not
Beginning lessons on the one and three meter diving hoards an endurance contest. It's to improve lone -term physical
for children who are Level III or better swimmers. fitness. Persons can track their progress on cards at the pool.
Registration Fee $28.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. Swimmers receive a certificate and patch at the completion of
# Day Begins Time Location ;I) miles. For adults a 18 and up. Sign up with pool staff.
125 Thurs. Jan. 12 7:45 p.m. CC FREE with daily pool admission or membership.
126 Sat. Jan. 14 10:40a.m. CC
EMERGENCY WATER SAFETY ADULT CPR
A Red Cross course designed to help participants become What would you do if a member of your family or co- worker
familiar with potential hazards of water activities, to prevent Mopped hreathing, started choking, or had a possible heart
accidents, and to respond effectively if an emergency does attack'? Learn how to handle these emergencies in this
occur. This course will not qualify a participant to he a A an Red Cross Adult CPR course. Regis fee
lifeguard. However, it will serve as a foundation for further S29.UU/ I session. Includes instruction and all materials. Class
4 hours. No refunds after Jan. 23
training in lifeguarding. This course is open to anyone that # Day Date Time Location
has passed Level V. All classes must be attended and
absences will not be made up. Registration Fee $35.00110
129 Wed. Jan. 25 6:(x)p.m. CC
Lessons. Classes 1 hour. NORTH VIEW POOL
# Day Begins Time Location North View Jr. High Pool located at 69th and Zane Ave. N. is
127 Tues. Jan. 17 7:10p.m. CC available for rental at various times durin the week.
Reservations are requested a minimum of two weeks in
LIFEGUARD TRAINING advance. Call Dorthy at 569 -3317 for further information.
Red Cross course to provide the necessary minimum skills for
a person to qualify to serve as a nonsurf lifeguard. Must he POOL AND WATER SLIDE RENTAL
at least 15 years of age before first class, swim 500 yards The community center pool and water slide are available for
continuously using each of the following strokes for at least rental by your group or party at various times during the
50 yards: crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and eck. Call Dorthy at 569 -3317 for further information.
sidestroke, recover a ten pound diving brick from nine feet of SPECIAL POOL EVENTS
water, swim under water 15 yards, and tread water one
minute. Required Red Cross Standard First Aid course is "` * Slide Into 1995 - New t'ear's Eve - Dec. 31 - 7 -111 p.m.
included as part of this program on Wed.. Jan. 25 & Tours. Brine your friends and fmnily and celebrate
Jan., 26, 5:30 -9:30 p.m. at the community center. (Students NEW YEAR'S EVE at the community center. Games, hats,
with current American Red Cross Standard First Aid and noisemakers, treats, and water slide are all included in one
CPR card do not have to attend these days.) Registration fee admission price. It's the best bargain around! (Upstairs
Lifeguard Training only $81/9 Sessions; Lifeguard Trainin (l [meroom and snack bar will also be open.)
plus Standard First Aid $101 /1 1 Sessions. All sessions must Splish Splash Saturday Nights- Make a big splash on the
be attended and absences will not be made up. Classes 3' z 4th Saturday of the month. Pay regular pool admission
hours. No refunds after first day of class. price and use the water slide free. Splish Splash dates: Jan.
# Day Begins Time Location 2 8, Feb. 25, Mar. 25, Apr. 22. Hours: 6 -9 p.m. only.
128 Sun. Jan. 8 4:00 p.m. North Vie%\ "Saturday Night Live - March 11, 6 -9 p.m. Enjoy an
c%ening of swimming and sliding. Bring your family or
BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB I rie nds - forget winter for an evening of swimming fun!
Do you enjoy swimming? Do you want to improve } our Groups welcome. Prices include the water slide. Bring an
ability to swim the four competitive strokes? Do you want [�� air mattress,inner tube, beachball, or water toy.
have fun and participate in swim meets'? Do you want to "Admission to New Year's Eve party and Saturday
compete with swimmers your own age and with similar Fight Live is $3 for 17 and under and $4 for 18 and o\ cr.
aquatic abilities? If so, the BROOKLYN SWIM CIX13 is for Memberships are not accepted for this special event.
you. The CLUB is a local affiliate of United States Swirnmin�� F%ci one remrunim- in the buildinL will be charged.
Inc. Most of our Olympic swimmers Summer Sanders, Angel
Martino, Matt Biondi and Pablo Morales started in USS Cluh. NOTE: Children must be at least 52" tall to use the
For more information, contact Jesse Thomas at 529 -3909. The water slide alone or must be accompanied by an adult
Brooklyn Swim Club is co- sponsored by the recreation 18 years or older. Children 5 and under must be
departments of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. ,accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pool and Water Slide closed:
AQUAEXERCISE Saturday, January 7 until 2 p.m. No adult swim.
See Adult Exercise for information.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 17
Brookly r .
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 569-3400 TDD Nuinber�-
Memberships
Check out our new low prices!'.
Memberships entitle the member to use the swimming pool, exercise room and sauna during recreational or "open"
periods. Memberships are also available to include use of the cater slide. Family memberships include husband, wife
and children 20 years of age and under living at home. For additional information, call 569 -3400. Membership and
general admission rates subject to change without notice. LoH-cr membership prices of admission Dec. 26, 1994
Membership Rates with Water Slide Me mbership Rates without Water Slide
I month 3 months 6 months I year I month 3 months 6 months 1 year
Family $ 50 $128 $220 $328 Famik $ 32 $ 86 $145 $248
Individual $ 30 $ 65 $126 $2(X) IndiVAdual $ 20 $ 50 $ 80 $134
Senior"" $ 12 $ 32 $ 61 $112
General Admission BC rc�ide nts only
Monday Bargain Days
With Water Slide `vVithout yy',uer Slide
Senior Adults (62 and over) $3.50 S" Age Wi S lide de Without 62 + Adults (18 & over) $4.25 S2 18 - 52. 7 5 51.25
7
Youth (15 -17) $3.75 y2 2; 18 61 $3.5(1 52.00
Children (6 -14) $3,50 S2I)t) 1 - 53.00 51.50
Children (2 -5) $2.25 - 6 -14 14 52.?5 51.2'
2 - 5 52.00 ;iii
Children under 2 Free I
—- — under 2 Free 1 , c
Exercise Room & Sauna Holidays not included!!
- Schedule Open Swim Schedule
— WINTER HOURS effective .Jan. 2.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Monda Wednesday & Friday Hours subject to change.Call 569 -3400.
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. to 10 p, m.
(Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) (Adults only 9 a.m. to I p.m.)
Tuesday and Thursday Tuesday and Thursday Water Slide Schedule
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., (Adults onls: 9 a.m to I p.m., Monday & Wednesday
and 8:30 to 10 p.m.) and 8:30 to i0 p.m.. 6 u) 9 p.nl.
Saturday Saturday Friday Saturday Sunday
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Noon to 9 p.m. 4 to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 p.rn. 12 to 6 p.m.
Sunday (Adults only: Noon to 1 p.m.) The parks and recreation department reserves
Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday the right to open the water slide during non -
The use of the exercise room is limited to Noon to 6 p.m. scheduled time,. Children must be 52'' high to
15 years and older and the sauna 18 Children und r
er (� ea1, old -'r' down the slide alone. Those not meetin«
years and older. Children younger than must he accompanied
panied by n this requirement may pro down when
this will not be allowed even if adult in the pool. accompanied by an adult 18 or over.
accompanied by an adult over 18. Lockers
« ,
The Play Corner' will be provided for parents attending morntn« clu��r�, Coin - operated lockers are provided at the pool.
Lidividual� may secure their belon«in«s for 25
programs, meetings or swimming at thecommumtycenter. �tininuuna,et� cents.
six months. The cost is $1 for each preschool child. The " Plav Corner' �% i l l
be open regular hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. After ia . r Pool and Water slide holiday hours
swimming, parents are invited to relax in ourconcession area before pickin ctrl, New Year's Day- Jan. 1 -Noon 6p.m..
children. Additional hours are being offered for the exercise clas on MaMnLutherlGng Day- Jan. 16 1 -9p.m.
Tuesday evenings from 5:45 -8 p.m. Call 569 - 34(X). President's Day -Feb. 20 1 -9p.m.
Game room with pool tables, video games and pinball machinrsIccaicdnc t The waterslidewillalsobe open at1p .m.
to snack bar. onallschoolholidays
Park & Recreation Brochure PaLc IS
* 0 GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION INFORMATION plus there will he a $4 service NI. - ED MORr INFORMATION
-Registration for classes begins charge. Refund checks are mailed Phone 569 -3400
Sat., Jan. 7 at the Brooklyn Center to participants, please allow 2 -3 TDD569 -3404
Community Center, except where weeks.
noted in class descriptions. -Refund Procedure For Holiday
Registration for swim lessons & One Day Classes - Requests
begins at 9 a.m. Numbers will be for refunds for holiday and one day
AUXILIARY Ams
handed out at 8:30 a.m. Sorry, mail classes must be made at least
registrations will not be seven d Auxiliary aids for persons with
ays before the class date. disabilities are available upon
accepted for swim lessons. There will be a service charge. request disabilities
least 96 hours in
Registration for other classes Sorry, no refunds will be issued later Advance. Please call Arnie Mavis,
begins at 11 a.m. Numbers will be than seven days before the class Director of Recreation 569 -3400.
handed out at 10:30 a.m. Mail date.
registration will be processed *Senior adults, 62 years and older FINANCIAL ASSISTAN
Limited financial assistance funds
beginning Mon. Jan. 9. Senior who are resident~ o Brooklyn
f
adult registration begins Fri., Center will receive `};10 off the are available to Brooklyn Center
residents. This assistance is for
Jan. 6.Doors open at 8:30 a.m., registration fee of any adult activity
registration follows. Registration for class $20 or more. This does not those who could otherwise not take
a class due to financial reasons. Call
all classes continues until classes apply to supplies, special senior Arnie Mavis at 569 -3400 for more
fill. Sorry, no phone registration. classes which are already reduced, -
*Please make check payable to the or classes less that `�20.Other information.
City of Brooklyn Center. exceptions will he noted in class ARTf'COOKING CLASS PART /CYPANTS -
descriptions. Young artists and cooks may get
M gistration will be on a first- p food, paint, glue, or other art media
first- served basis. The ll ON�'1' BF. D[S5:1P(11N'rED! on their clothing and shoes while in
recreation department reserves the
right to cancel classes when an R EGISTER EARLY cl ass. Children should dress in old
Most of the prognuns or activities clothes and/or bring an old paint
insuffcientnumber ofpeople offered in this brochure have a shirt or apron.
have signed up. Instructors will not
minimum and matiimum number COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS
be permitted to accept registration
of registrants. Some prog e rams fill The arks and recreation office
at the activity location. p
to capacity within a few days of located in the community center is
*Persons who register for an the beginning of registration. In
activity where capacity enrollment other cases, we h.rve to cancel open for registration Monday
has already been reached will be activities several days before the through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.;
placed on a waiting list. Additional starting date, if they appear to be Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.;
classes may be formed if there are under enrolled. There have been Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
sufficient requests and if space and several instances where L IABIL ITY
a competent instructor are available. individuals have czpressed The parks and recreation
-Refund procedure: Requests for interest in a program that has department does not provide
already been cancrlled.ln either
refunds must be made at least accident insurance for
case, it is highly ads antageous to
24 hours before the first class. register early! ! participants in any of its
There will be a $3 service charge. programs. Participants assume
If you find it necessary to cancel all inherent risk of injury from
after the first class, make your their involvement in programs or
request 24 hours before the second activities outlined in this
class. The class will be prorated brochure.
Park & Recreation Brochure Page 19
Locations for Park and Recreation Classes SPLISH SPLASH
IlBrooklyn Center High School (BCHS), ■Garden City School. 35() I - 65th Ave. N SATURDAY
6500 Humboldt Ave.N ENorth View .lr.Hi h,69hh & Zane Ave. N NIGHTS!
EBrooklyn Center Community Center ENorthport School, 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. Make it big splash on the 4th
(CC), 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. 100rchard Lane School. 6201 Noble Ave. N
Saturday of the month.
■Centerbrook Golf Course, EPahner Lake School. 7 3(N 1 West Pay regular pool admission price
5500 N. Lilac Dr. Palmer Lake Dr. and use water slide free.
■Earle Brown Commons, 6100 Summit Dr. ■Park Center H igh School,
MEarle Brown School, 7300 Brooklyn Blvd
� � Hours: 6 - p.m. only
5900 Humboldt Ave. N
Willow Lane School. 7020 Perry Ave. N
■Evergreen School, 7020 Dupont Ave. N Dates: Jan. 28, Feb. 25,
March 25 and April
EFair Oaks School, 5600 - 65th Ave. N
Parks &Recreation
569 - 340 0 See Community Center
Page 18 for details
Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission Mail Registration Card ■
The Parks and Recreation Commission ■ blame ■
meets the third Tuesday of each month at ■ ■
6:30 p.m. at City Hall. This Commission ' '
advises the City Council on the parks and ; Address
recreation program in Brooklyn Center. ■ ■
Bud Sorenson, chairperson; Art Mead; • zip Phone ■
John Russell; Tom Shinnick; horT1e Wotk
Don Peterson; Sarah Robinson Pollock: ■ ■
Class Name
Margaret Knutson; Kay Lasman ■ ■
Department Mission
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn ; Loccrh'on Class # ■
Center that they may share in the God ■ ■
given right to beauty, to sunshine, to
Time Class day ■
tranquility, and to the end that each may ■ ■
herein find the laughter of childhood, the ■ ■
acceptance of youth, the fulfillment of ■ Child'SAge Amount ■
adult life, and the companionship of old
age, through a healthy, satisfying use of ■ Registration cardisformad use onlyandwillnotbeacceptedbe for�e January 9, 1995,
P ■
ark s and and recreation brochure inside'. ■ Forregislrationinfomxrlion , seepage 19.
Park '
City of Brooklyn Center Bulk Rate
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