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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997 Recreation Activities Winter 'n Ouk. 1997 VVINTER ACTIVITIES Adult Activities ........ 2-5 Senior Adult Activities .... 6-7 Community Tripsters ...... 8 Children Activities...... 9-11 Special Activities ..... 12-13 Jr. High Ski Trips........ 13 Adaptive Recreation ..... 14 Swim Activities....... 15-17 Hours and Rates .........18 Registration Information ...19 Class Locations ......... 20 Ride The Slide At The Brooklyn Center Community Center Recreation Office 569-3400 .............. - .............. CHILDCARE SERVICE - NEW MINIMUM AGE 4 MONTHS The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending morning classes, programs, meetings or swimming at the community center. The cost is $1 for each child. The minimum age is four months. (Babies under four months in infant seats may accompany parents to their class.) On non - school days, elementary age children are welcome to go to the "PLAY CORNER ". The "PLAY CORNER" will be open regular hours, Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. beginning January 2. After classes or swimming, parents are invited to relax in our concession area before picking up their child. Additional hours are being offered for the exercise classes at the community center on Tuesda even in , 5:45 -8:15 p.m. If you need further information, call 569 -3400. SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE DEEP WATER WORKOUT This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years Deep water workout, the latest in aqua exercise! Using a and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.) You do floatation belt, this class combines conditioning, aerobic exercise not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. When and water jogging for an excellent over all body workout! registering, please furnish your doctor's name and number. Swimming skills are not required, but participants should be Registration Fee $13.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor comfortable in deep water. It is great for all fitness levels and can Vicki. easily be modified for a lower or higher intensity workout. If you # Day Begins Time Location are looking for a new or different experience in water exercise, try 1 Tues. Jan. 14 9:15 a.m. CC this class! (Passes are also available for purchase.) Floatation belts 2 Tues. Jan. 14 11:10 a.m. CC are furnished or you may bring your own aqua vest. Registration 3 Fri. Jan. 17 10:15 a.m. CC Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #'s 15, 4 Fri. Jan. 17 11:10 a.m. CC 16, 18; Kathy # 17. 5 Thurs. Jan. 30 10:15 a.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location 6 Thurs. Jan. 30 11:10 a.m. CC 15 Mon. Jan. 13 11:10 a.m. CC 16 Fri. Jan. 17 9:15 a.m. CC SENIOR DROP -IN CARDS 17 Tues. Jan. 21 7:05 p.m. North View If your winter schedule needs some flexibility, the drop -in card is 18 Thurs. Jan. 23 6:10 p.m. North View for you. Cards may be purchased for any aqua or fitness classes which do not reach the maximum enrollment by Jan. 6. A one time pass may be purchased for a visiting friend for any of the classes, including the ones which have filled. Cards are non - transferable, non - refundable and have an expiration date. If you have any questions, check with Vicki or call Kathy at 569 -3405. FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES CARD OPTIONS Class cancellations or location changes will be noted # 7 1 Class $2.00 # 8 6 Classes $10.50 on the fitness calendars available in classes & at the # 9 8 Classes $12.00 community center. Classes are added at the end to #10 10 Classes $15.00 cover these cancellations. *All aerobic classes offer complete and effective AQUA EXERCISE - COED conditioning for muscles, heart and lungs. Exercise in water for better health and trimmer figure. You do not *Classes include warmups, aerobic movements, muscle need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Enjoy a group work and cool down stretching. pleasant and invigorating exercise experience done to music. Some aerobics will also be included. Registration Fee $18.00 /10 * Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes. Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #'s 11, 13, 14; Kathy *All classes are COED. #12 *Fitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per # Day Begins Time Location week. This can be a combination of classes or classes and 11 Tues. Jan. 14 10:15 a.m. CC walking, swimming, biking, etc. 12 Tues. Jan. 21 6:10 p.m. North View 13 Thurs. Jan. 23 7:05 p.m. North View *Classes are 50 minutes in length unless noted in the class 14 Thurs. Jan. 30 9:15 a.m. CC description. *Childcare available for morning weekday classes and Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swim suits; Tuesday evening classes at the community center - sorry, we are not responsible. See Childcare. 2 Adult Activities continued * * ** BONUS * * ** BONUS * * ** LUNCH BREAK AEROBICS - NEW Sign up for a class ( #'s 29 -37) and receive two Take a break from your workday and join this fun low impact class. A great way to begin the week! Registration Fee $16.50 /10 complimentary passes to use during the winter session. Sessions. Classes 40 min. Instructor Rachel. Passes can be used to try out a different instructor, # Day Begins Time Location time and location. 34 Mon. Jan. 13 12:10 p.m. CC FITNESS DROP -IN CARDS Does your schedule demand flexibility ? ?!!! Here's a perfect AEROBIC /STEP COMBO solution for you; design your own schedule!! This option is ideal This class combines our regular low impact aerobic class with the for people who want to exercise but whom cannot commit to the hottest and newest trend of step aerobics. There will be a 10 minute same class every week. Drop -In cards may be used for all fitness warm up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 -15 minutes of and aqua exercise classes. (Cards may be purchased for aqua step, followed by cool down and abdominal work. Stationary steps classes which do not reach maximum enrollment.) Cards may be provided. Bonus passes and drop -in cards may be used on step used in step classes, on step availability basis. Cards are non- availability basis. Childcare is available for #35 -See transferable and non - refundable and may be used only during Childcare. Registration Fee /10 Sessions. Classes 50 the winter session. Sometimes circumstances beyond our control • Instructors Rachel #35; Ammy y # #36. require us to cancel a class or change location; therefore, it is the # Day Begins Time Location responsibility of the individual to check the current schedule. 35 Tues. Jan. 14 6:00 p.m. CC Senior adult discounts do not apply. Now there's no reason not to 36 Thurs. Jan. 30 6:00 p.m. North View exercise with us! CARD OPTIONS COLLEGE STUDENT FITNESS SPECIAL # 19 20 Classes $35.00 By showing your current college identification card or fee # 20 15 Classes 30.00 statement, you may register for aerobic and aqua classes or # 21 12 Classes 24.00 purchase Fitness Drop -In cards at 15% off the regular rate. This #22 10 Classes 22.50 special applies to academic, technical, vocational and trade school # 23 8 Classes 20.00 full time students. See class #'s 11 -41 for description, location and # 24 5 Classes 12.50 time. # 25 4 Classes 10.00 # 26 3 Classes 7.50 TONE AND FLEX # 27 2 Classes 5.00 Designed for all fitness levels, this class will emphasize the use of #28 1 Class 2.50 safe body mechanics to strengthen and stretch major muscle groups. The workout will be made fun and effective by using Dyna- Bands®, `/2 -3 lb. weights and other inexpensive props. Maintain BEGINNING LOW IMPACT AEROBICS and improve muscle tone and flexibility without increasing workout Not to be taken lightly! Everyone has to start somewhere: why not time! Dyna -bands provided for class use. Please do not purchase this class! Easy to follow, hands -on instruction and low impact, weights prior to the first class. Childcare is available. See too ... easy on your joints. Registration Fee $18.50/10 Sessions. Childcare. Registration Fee $19.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki. Instructor Rachel. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location 29 Mon. Jan. 13 7:00 p.m. Garden City 37 Tues. Jan. 14 7:05 p.m. CC ARMS & ABS LOW IMPACT AEROBICS In this class we will do exercises to strengthen, improve muscle This low impact class is at a little faster pace - fun - challenging. tone and flexibility in a fun 30 minute work out. The emphasis will Receive all the benefits of a good workout without the jumping and be on upper body and abdominal muscle groups. No aerobics will jarring of high impact aerobics. Class #33 will have 8 min. of be done; exercises done to music. Dress comfortably. For step. Registration Fee $18.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. participants who want a more extensive workout, Aerobics Instructors Bev #'s 30, 32; Amy #31; Amy & Tammy #33. immediately follows the class. See class #'s 31, 33. # Day Begins Time Location Registration Fee $11.00 /10 Sessions. Classes 30 min. Instructors 30 Mon. Jan. 13 9:20 a.m. CC Amy #38; Amy & Tammy #39. 31 Mon. Jan. 13 6:00 p.m. Garden City # Day Begins Time Location 32 Thurs. Jan. 16 9:30 a.m. CC 38 Mon. Jan. 13 5:30 p.m. Garden City 33 Sat. Jan. 18 9:00 a.m. North View 39 Sat. Jan. 18 8:30 a.m. North View 3 Adult Activities continued LOWER HALF WORKOUT - NEW BODY FAT TESTING & FITNESS ANALYSIS This class will strengthen and tone all muscle groups from the This NEW process is designed for all fitness levels! Our NEW waist down. The emphasis will be on abdominal, thigh and buttock body fat testing service uses near - infrared light and a mini - areas. No aerobics will be done; exercises done to music. Dress computer to measure body fat within 1% accuracy! EASY! (It's comfortably. Registration Fee $11.00/10 Sessions. Class 30 min. like having blood pressure taken without the pressure.) Body fat is Instructor Amy. a more valid measure of health than weight, height, and tape # Day Begins Time Location measurements. Less body fat means less risk for heart disease and 40 Mon. Jan. 13 7:00 p.m. Garden City back injury. After having your body fat tested, the next step is the 41 Thurs. Jan. 30 7:00 p.m. North View fitness analvsis. The computer takes the information and sets up a week by week goal program for weight and body fat reduction. You will learn specific information regarding your personal calorie BEGINNING FITNESS AND FUN 55+ - NEW intake and exercise requirements to reach your target in a This class is designed for men and women 55 years and older new computer - generated realistic number of weeks. With the Update to exercise. The exercises are gentle, start slow and build gradually Fitness Analysis, you can measure your progress quarter to quarter to improve strength, flexibility, promote better circulation and as your body fat goes down and your lean tissue goes up. Your increase stamina. Physically challenged individuals are also testing consultation will be with an R.N. Registration Fee encouraged to try this class. All exercises are done sitting in a $10.00/1 Session chair. This is a fun and supportive class with exercises done to # Day Date Time Location music from the big band era. You can look and feel better doing 46 Wed. Jan. 15 6:30 p.m. CC exercises at a level safe and comfortable for you. Registration Fee 47 Wed. Jan. 15 7:15 p.m. CC $13.50/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. 48 Thurs. Jan. 16 6:30 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location 49 Thurs. Jan. 16 7:15 p.m. CC 42 Mon. Jan. 13 11:10 a.m. CC UPDATE FITNESS ANALYSIS BEGINNING FITNESS AND FUN - SAMPLER For those who previously used the Body Fat and Fitness Analysis After trying this class, you'll want to come back for more! If you're service. The computer will plot your progress and take into account afraid to exercise, consider yourself stiff and out of shape, if you have increased your exercise frequency, intensity and time. inflexible, have a balance problem, bad back, bum knees or just Registration Fee $5.00/1 Session. don't like to exercise alone, this class is for you! Registration Fee # Day Date Time Location $2.00/1 Session. Class 50 min. Instructor Bev. 50 Thurs. Jan. 16 6:00 p.m. CC # Day Date Time Location 43 Mon. Jan. 6 11:10 a.m. CC EATING FOR HEALTHY TOMORROWS FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+ Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in this For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise who want country. The good news is that death and disability from this a gentle, low stress workout. Time marches on, but if we keep our disease can be significantly reduced through proper nutrition. sense of humor and exercise, we can feel and look better. Using "Eating For Healthy Tomorrows ", sponsored by the American music of the big band era, this class will strive to improve Heart Association, can help adults learn how to cut fat, cholesterol flexibility, muscle tone and the vascular system at a level safe and and sodium in their diets. The class combines discussion, practical comfortable for you. Although this is a program directed handouts and activities (including a food tasting demonstration) towards individuals 55 years and older, interested individuals that raise awareness and teach new skills. Small changes can be of variable ages may attend on a space available basis. Wear made without having to forego favorite foods or drastically change loose fitting clothes and tennis shoes. Registration Fee $13.50/10 lifestyles. Join Linda, M.P.H., nutritionist with Hennepin Co. Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. Community Health Dept. and American Heart Association # Day Begins Time Location volunteer for this fun and informative two hour session. 44 Mon. Jan. 13 10:15 a.m. CC Registration Fee $6.00/1 Session. 45 Thurs. Jan. 16 10:25 a.m. CC # Day Date Time Location 51 Thurs. Jan. 23 6:30 p.m. CC COMMUNITY CENTER FITNESS CLUB Take out a membership to the water slide, pool, exercise room and sauna and receive free passes to attend fitness classes. See insert for details. 4 Adult Activities continued T'AI CHI CH'UAN EXERCISE POTTERY This ancient exercise from China uses slow relaxed movements to The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and hand develop strength while eliminating tension. The class offers a building. The community center offers a unique opportunity to simple and practical way to eliminate stress and increase anyone's practice your new skills by including in the registration fee clay for energy level. Energizing and fun! A one night demonstration on projects, unlimited practice time and firing fees. Bring a workshirt Jan. 8. The cost is $1. A 10 week class series begins Jan. 15 at to the first class. Please allow about $6 to purchase tools. 7:30 p.m. and the registration fee is $43 for Brooklyn Park non- Registration Fee $60.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2 ' / 2 hours. Instructor residents. The one hour classes are held at the Brooklyn Park Karen. Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N. Registration is # Day Begins Time Location accepted immediately in Brooklyn Park on a space availability 54 Mon. Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. CC basis. Call for information, 493 -8333. 55 Tues. Jan. 14 6:30 p.m. CC 56 Mon. Mar. 10 6:30 p.m. CC 57 'Tues. Mar. 11 6:30 p.m. CC BEGINNING ROUND DANCING Round dancing is an enjoyable way to exercise and socialize. LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES Open to partners who have had previous lessons. This form of Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the dance is similar to ballroom using the same steps and maneuvers. community center or have had previous experience and are familiar The Cha Cha, Two Step and Waltz will be taught. No class Mar. with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited basis other 13. Registration Fee $40.00 /per couple /10 Sessions. Classes 2 than class time and students may have pieces fired in the eight hours. Instructors Barb & Ken. week period. The lab program is designed for individuals who want # Day Begins Time Location to work independently. Clay may be purchased at the community 52 Thurs. Jan. 9 7:30 p.m. Garden City center. Arrange your own time to work in the lab during the seven weeks. No instruction. Starting week corresponds with pottery class schedule at the community center. Registration Fee $50.00/8 INTERMEDIATE ROUND DANCING Weeks for new lab students. For returning participants, please This fun brush -up class is open to those partners who have had check with instructor. Beginning Round Dance classes. This session is a continuation # Day Begins Time Location and rhythms will be reviewed. New maneuvers and routines will be 58 To Be Arranged - Jan. CC taught in Tango, Foxtrot, Jive, and Cha Cha. Registration Fee 59 To Be Arranged - Mar. CC $40.00 /per couple /10 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Barb & Ken. # Day Begins Time Location "MYSTERIES OF A MORTGAGE" - NEW 53 Wed. Jan. 8 7:30 p.m. Willow Lane Several different mortgage types have evolved in the last decade. Many home buyers are looking beyond the traditional 30 -year fixed LET THE SILVER SLIPPERS DANCERS mortgage. This course will provide the participant with a ENTERTAIN YOU comprehensive understanding of various adjustable rate and Let the Silver Slippers Dancers entertain at your next club meeting balloon mortgages and how to evaluate the risks when selecting a or special event. ENJOY a fun repertoire of dances set to broadway mortgage. The instructor is a loan officer with a mortgage hits and nostalgic favorites. All members of this dance group are corporation and has been in the business for 19 years. 50 years or older. For more information, call 560 -6591. If you Registration Fee $3.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Steve. would like to find out more about becoming one of the dancers, call # Day Date Time Location 425 -4704. Sponsored by Brooklyn Center Recreation Division. 60 Thurs. Feb. 20 6:45 p.m. CC 61 Sat. Feb. 22 10:00 a.m CC ADULT CPR For class information, see page 17. MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS FEBRUARY 3 - CASINO & BINGO EXCURSION Minimum age 18. No pre -sign up, just bring a partner. Cost of $3 Open to all adults. Catch the action, join the fun when we head per person, includes coffee, treats, expenses and prizes. All players over to Turtle Lake, Wisconsin. Invite your friends to come along agree to abide by the rules of the tournament. Tournaments are run for the newly added Bingo sessions! Bingo can be played at 11 a.m. by Senior Adult Volunteers on Saturday, January 18, February 15 and I p.m. Each session runs approximately one hour. Cost and March 15, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center $4.00 /person includes deluxe motorcoach, $5 in quarters and Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Park and enter escort. Approximate time 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Park at the north on the lower level. In case of inclement weather, call 569 -3400. end of the Brooklyn Center Community Center parking lot. Registration deadline, January 27, space permitting. Trip #651. 5 :.ii:.ii:::.::.iii::::.i::::. iii::::. i:. i:. i:.:::. i:. i:. i:. :: ::::::::::::::::::::::.:�::.. .z ..........�. ..... ................... �� . . . . . ...... If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy Flesher, Senior Adult Coordinator, 569-3405. SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION FRIDAY, January 3 A special time has been set aside for persons 62 years and older who want to register for adult activities listed in this brochure. 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 ACCESSIBLE DOOR, LOWER LEVEL. SENIOR HAPPENINGS MEN'S "OVER 50" DROP IN Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn If you are interested in getting together informally with Center Recreation Division. The " Senior Happenings" other guys on a regular basis during the day, join us on tells activities going on at the clubs in the community Mondays at 11:30 a.m. beginning Jan. 6. The group and outings offered. Call for yours today! meets at the Brooklyn Center Community Center and plays cards. Refreshments are available for purchase at TRANSPORTATION the concession stand. The center is a smoke free Mini-coaches provide transportation to city sponsored building. Park and enter on the lower level. If you activities, grocery shopping, and major shopping have any questions, call Kathy at 569-3400. excursions from Brooklyn Center apartment A .. complexes and homes. A donation of $1.50 round trip Q is asked; however, those unable to make a donation will not be turned away. For information about the MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS Five Cities Transportation Program, call Rita 537- For information, see page 5. 4534 ext. 433. To make a reservation, call 537-0229. "BRIDGE FOR FUN" SOCIAL CLUBS Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly afternoon of bridge. We play the first & third Both clubs meet at the Brooklyn Center Community Thursday of each month at I p.m. Call 569-3405 for Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, lower level. information. Bridge held at Earle Brown Terrace, Transportation is available through Five Cities. See 6100 Summit Dr. N. This activity is open to the Transportation. Complete club information is in the public. monthly SENIOR HAPPENINGS or call 569-3405. Leisure Time Club TRIPS AND OUTINGS Meets Wednesdays for cards throughout the year from For information, see Community Tripsters on 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Birthdays are celebrated the first page 8. Wednesday with entertainment and refreshments. Bring your lunch, beverage available. SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS Brooklyn Supper Club For information, see Swim Activities on page 15. Brooklyn Supper Club meets on the third Friday night FITNESS & FUN FOR 55+ & AQUA of each month through May. All persons 55 years and EXERCISE older are welcome with advanced paid reservations. For information, see pages 2 & 4. The full evening includes a delicious dinner, entertainment or cards. The cost is $5 for members, $6 EATING FOR HEALTHY TOMORROWS for non-members. (Membership is $2.) Join us on For information, see page 4. Jan. 17 for dinner. Paid reservations by Jan. 10. 6 I Senior Adult Activities continued Interested in Fun & Exercise During Your Retirement ? ?? Improve your health and fitness. Join the Senior Tennis Players Club (STPC) with over 1600 members in the Twin Cities. Benefits include the following: All seniors (50 and over, men & women) are welcome. Play tennis doubles, no partner necessary. All levels of players, from beginners to pros. 12 free lessons for beginners. Six certified professionals to teach you. Play year - round, either free or at a large discount. Exciting parties, social events and trips. Monthly newsletter to keep you informed. Low annual membership fee -- just $20 per person per year. To join STPC or to get information about our indoor court schedule, call Grayce - 938 -9097, Charlotte - 474 -5873 or Marvin - 975 -1895. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING SENIOR ANSWER LINE This telephone information and referral service will help Free screening is done at the following areas: senior adults of Northwest Suburban Hennepin County locate needed services close to home. Brooklyn Center Community Center Trained volunteers and staff will answer 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Last Wednesday of each phones between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Monday - month, 10 -11:30 a.m. Friday, 333 -2433. Sponsored by Senior CEAP Resources and affiliated with United Way, 7231 Brooklyn Boulevard, Thursday, 10 a.m. - Noon. First Call For Help Network. SWIMMING POOL West Fire Station Senior adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center 6250 Brooklyn Blvd., Monday - Friday, 8 -10 p.m., residents 62 years and older at a special rate of $12 for one Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. month or $32 for three months. Application may be made at the community center desk. Non - residents and resident Brookdale Mall seniors not interested in membership may swim at senior Between Sears & Penneys. Third Tuesday of each month, adult single admission rate of $2.25 per day. 11 a.m. GIFT TRUNK A craft club run by seniors who sell their handcrafted items. Membership is limited to Brooklyn Center seniors or members of either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For T.A.P. more information, call 569 -3405. Items are on display and Telephone Assurance Program for elderly and handicapped are available for purchase at the Brooklyn Center who live alone. The program has helped several persons with Community Center. immediate needs, in some cases emergency situations. If you are interested in the program for yourself or a friend, contact SENIORS ON CAMPUS a TAP clerk at 566 -0157. We really care about our A lecture series for persons 55 years and older. Turning participants! Sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Police Points in Minnesota History, Thursday, January 16, 23, 30 Department. and February 6, 1:30 p.m. Educational Services Building Room 01, Community Room, North Hennepin Community College. For information, call 424 -0794. 7 COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS •., .. ,..ar,G taw': v::° i:*: kE:' siist•. a''»::» » »:P.;:Sf»:�aYr;,aka;?i;:ai�'.' »:;aye »:i+i ?8:�: .�a�}' '' �' '•'»: isia�»: �v: a'• n, r..,. n,.... .,......,.,..,...,::2� ?<:kttii+: fad' fi #.',v»:'sH•oi:i:rx�8�'Oa+i.'^t wi'i�i<`.e; <•...,....,....x'.: r.w 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 Community Center. REGISTRATION for trips beginning January 2 by mail or in person, no phone registrations. (Under Water World registration accepted immediately.) Deadline dates listed are on a space permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip is canceled or a substitute can be found to take your place. For more information, call 569 -3400. Make check payable to City of Brooklyn Center. FOR PERSONS TRAVELING ALONE - Would you like to go on some of our day outings but hesitate to sign up? The Community Tripster program staff would like to help put you in touch with others. If you are interested in finding out more, call Kathy at 569 -3405. January 23 - Under Water World - We will lunch at March 20 - "State Fair" - Chanhassen Dinner >° Old Country Buffet in Eden Prairie and then proceed 5 Theater - State Fair began as a novel in 1932, then a to the Mall of America for a one -of -a -kind journey movie musical in 1945 starring Jean Crain and Dana through the incredible environments of fresh and salt Andrews. In 1962 it was remade for Pat Boone's first water with more than 15,000 fish! Following the 45 on screen kiss. The plot is folksy - down home fun.:::; minute audio tour, you'll have time to shop on your Will Blue Boy, the boar, win the blue ribbon at the ' own before boarding our bus for home. Cost 1946 Iowa State Fair? Will the youngsters find love at $20.00 /person includes motor coach, buffet, tax, li the fair? Cost $35.25 /person includes motorcoach, Under Water World Tour and escort. Approximate luncheon, theater, tax, gratuity and escort.z time 9:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. January 2, registration Approximate time 10:00 a. m. - 5:00 p.m. February 12, deadline. Registration accepted immediately, for registration deadline. Trip #626. Under Water World. Trip #624. `< * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** February 3 - Casino & Bingo Excursion - Open r * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** to all adults. See page 6 for information. April 12 - The King & I - Orpheum Theatre - Set in February 25 - Travel & Adventure Film & < >' Bangkok in the 1880's, this is a story of an Luncheon - Please join us as we venture off to see the adventurous Englishwoman, Anna, who becomes fascinating film "Galapagos, Islands Lost In Time." governess to the 67 children of the autocratic and This superb film will be shown at the 3:30 p.m. ' stubborn King of Siam. Filled with stunning scenery, matinee at Osseo Senior High School. You will take °= dazzling sets and wonderful songs like "I Whistle A a journey over the Pacific Ocean filled with surprises, $ Happy Tune," "Getting To Know You" and "Shall We humor and adventure! Before the film, we will enjoy Dance," this poignant love story comes to the Twin a delicious lunch at the ever famous Pulaski's Palace y Cities direct from its Broadway debut! Cost r in Maple Grove. Four menu selections are offered. $58.00 /person includes motorcoach, reserved main Cost $20.50 includes lunch, tax, gratuity, film, floor seating, registration fee and escort. Approximate motorcoach and escort. Approximate time 11:45 a.m.: time 1:00 - 4:45 p.m. February 3, registration deadline.:::: - 6 .m. January 24, registration deadline. Tri #625. Tri 4627. ,_,.....:::f: '` idtiik :�.+: »;!a:ih»di:'i:ita»rd ,'�'�ku"#+$s'1$i7�kd�.ai$"i "` •:9si:b' ✓+ ... SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS Through years of experience, we have found our gymnastics and dance classes are conducted more smoothly when not being observed by parents. Children, as well as adults, need to spend time interacting with their peers in a recreation setting. Parents are welcome to attend the last 15 minutes of the last day of class for a short demonstration. Schedules will be given to students on the first day of class. BROOKLYN CENTER GYMNASTICS PROGRAM The Brooklyn Center Gymnastics Program has been developed using a skill progression of classes. The purpose of this progression is to provide participants with a safe, comfortable advancement in gymnastics allowing them to develop to their potential. Most students participate in a class two to three times before progressing to the next level. Parents may attend the last 15 minutes of the last class. Separate classes have been set up for preschool children and elementary age girls. If you have questions about where to place your child, please call Sue at 569 -3400. PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS BEGINNING GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS Preschool Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3' /z- 5.(Children Beginning Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -4 who have had little must be 3' /z by January 18, 1997 in order to register for this class.) or no gymnastics experience. Kindergarten girls who have Basic gymnastics and exercises are designed to improve child's completed at least two preschool gymnastics sessions with motor skills and coordination. Class activities include tumbling and Brooklyn Center may register. Participants will be taught basic an introduction to the balance beam, bars and vault. Students must tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, walkovers and be able to do all skills before advancing to Preschool II headstands. Students will be taught simple skills on the beam, Gymnastics. There is a class ratio of 8 students /instructor. vault, and uneven bars. Registration Fee $21.00/8 Sessions. Registration Fee $20.00/8 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructors Classes 1 hour. Instructors Lisa #107; Kim #'s 108, 109, 110, Kim #'s 100, 102, 103; Lisa # 101; Michaela # 104. Michaela #I 11. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location 100 Sat. Jan. 18 9:00 a.m. North View 107 Sat. Jan. 18 9:50 a.m. North View 101 Sat. Jan. 18 12:15 p.m. North View 108 Sat. Jan. 18 9:50 a.m. North View 102 Sat. Jan. 18 12:15 p.m. North View 109 Wed. Jan. 22 7:15 p.m. BCHS 103 Wed. Jan. 22 6:25 p.m. BCHS 110 Thurs. Jan. 23 7:20 p.m. North View 104 Thurs. Jan. 23 6:30 p.m. North View 1 I 1 Thurs. Jan. 23 7:20 p.m. North View PRESCHOOL II/KINDERGARTEN GYMNASTICS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS FOR GIRLS This class is for preschool children ages 4 and up who have passed Intermediate Gymnastics is for girls in grades 1 -4 who have either Preschool I Gymnastics and kindergarten children with little or no passed Beginning Gymnastics For Girls or can do the following gymnastics experience. Children will learn more advanced moves skills: Tumbling - forward and backward roll, cartwheel, on the low balance beam, tumbling and bars. There is a class ratio headstand; Beam - walk forward and back, front support and of 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee $20.00/8 Sessions. mount, squat turn, forward roll; Vault - straddle, hip squat Bars - Classes 45 min. Instructors Lisa #105- ' Kim # 106. back hip circle, single leg cut, pull over to front support. # Day Begins Time Location Registration Fee $24.50/8 Sessions. Classes I hour, 15 min. 105 Sat. Jan. 18 9:00 a.m. North View Instructors Lisa & Kim. 106 Thurs. Jan. 23 6:30 p.m. North View # Day Begins Time Location 112 Sat. Jan. 18 10:55 a.m. North View 9 Children Activities continued CHILDREN'S DANCE PROGRAM The dance program is offered during the school year. The winter /spring program session is 14 weeks and cost varies with the class. Classes are held on Monday afternoons at the community center, evenings at Willow Lane School and Saturday mornings at Earle Brown School. Tap and Ballet classes are offered for children ages 3'/2 - 12. Creative Dance and Jazz classes are offered for grades 2 - 8. Classes began in September. However, there may be limited openings in some of the classes. For information, call Sue at 569 -3400. The annual dance recital will be held at Park Center High School on Saturday, May 10 at 7 p.m. with rehearsal the evening of May 9. Every year we try to keep costumes simple and inexpensive and still put on a professional looking recital. The costume fee will be due in January. There is no admission charge for the recital. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM The after school program enables students to explore fields outside the regular school curriculum and is held immediately after school. These programs are designed to acquaint elementary students with a new skill or to enjoy a new activity. Classes are offered in cooperation with community education departments at Earle Brown, Evergreen, Fair Oaks, Garden City, Northport, Orchard Lane, Palmer Lake and Willow Lane Schools. Flyers are distributed to children at school. If you would like to see a class offered or would like to be an instructor for a class, please contact Sue at the recreation division, 569 -3400. BABYSITTING CLINIC HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Students, ages 10 and up, will learn about the fascinating and challenging world of childcare. They will learn how to provide CUPID'S SURPRISE - Preschool basic childcare, recreational activities for young children, how to PRE - KINDERGARTEN cupids 3' /z - 6 years old may sign up for prevent accidents, and utilize community resources for this class. Minimum age 3' /z by Jan. 1, 1997. In this class your emergency help. This class is a must for any student interested in little cupid will express love and affection by making a special babysitting. Students must attend the full 6% hours to be Valentine just for you! Other activities include frosting a tasty treat awarded Red Cross completion card. Bring a pencil, paper to eat, singing Valentine songs and playing games. Registration Fee and a bag lunch, including beverage. Registration Fee $15.00/1 $5.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Teri. Session. Class 6'/2 hours. Instructor Coco, Red Cross Certified # Day Date Time Location Instructor. 300 Sat. Feb. 8 10:00 a.m. CC # Day Date Time Location 113 Sat. Feb. 15 9:00 a.m. CC CUPID'S CRAFT COMPANY - Grades K -6 SNOWY STAMPING SPECIAL - Grades 1 -6 To make this Valentine's Day very special, participants will Learn the fun and fascinating world of rubber stamping. First, make a Valentine craft project to give away to a loved one or to learn the basics and then have fun using stamps in decorating keep for themselves. We'll also make a Valentine's Day treat to projects including personalized stationary and greeting cards. eat. Mmmmm. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. We will try embossing too. Registration Fee $7.00/1 Session. Instructor Teri. Class 2 hours. Instructor Teri. # Day Date Time Location # Day Date Time Location 301 Sat. Feb. 8 1:00 P.M. CC 114 Sat. Jan. 18 1:00 P.M. CC FUNNY BUNNY - Preschool WRESTLING This class is for PRE - KINDERGARTEN children A program designed for boys in grades 3 -6. Emphasis will be 3' /z - 6 years old. A special morning for boys and girls placed on the skills and fundamentals of wrestling. Matches will with lots of Eastertime fun We'll do a craft, games, be held within weight classes with every boy receiving equal songs and even an Easter Egg hunt' Registration Fee coaching and wrestling time. Matches may be arranged with other $5.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Teri. communities. All sessions will be held in the North View Junior # Day Date Time Location High Wrestling Room. Registration Fee $28.00/10 Sessions, 302 Sat. March 22 10:00 a.m. CC includes t -shirt. Classes 1 hour. # Day Begins Time Location EASTER FUN WORKSHOP - Grades K -6 115 Sat. Jan. 4 1:30 p.m. North View i 116 Sat. Jan. 4 2:35 p.m. North View Make Easter really special. Using your eggstaordinary creative talents, you will make an Easter craft to keep yourself or give away. We will also make an eggstra special Easter treat to eat or take home. Wear old clothes or bring an old shirt. For grades K -6. 10 1 Registration Fee $7.00/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Teri. # Day Date Time Location 303 Sat. March 22 1:00 P.M. CC Children Activities continued FUNTASTIC FITNESS COLLEGE FOR KIDS Children will love this energetic and imaginative class that builds Classes are offered for grades 1 -6 at North Hennepin Community coordination, enhances flexibility and develops expression through College on Saturdays beginning January 11. Classes include arts, rhythmic activities, tumbling and skill building games. Don't miss sciences and languages. Tuition is as low as $35. For information, this opportunity to promote the fun of fitness to your child! For call 424 -0794. boys and girls ages 3 '/2 by Jan. 1, 1997. The evening class corresponds with a low impact aerobics class for adults. RIDE THE SLIDE See #31 . Now you can take an aerobics class while your child is Ride the thrilling 150 ft indoor water slide. The slide is open having fun with their very own fun fitness class. You may also Monday & Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m, Friday from 4 to 9 p.m., register your child for this class without signing up for aerobics. Saturday from 1 to 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Daily admission Registration Fee $16.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor or membership fees are available. Every MONDAY is Bargain Kim. Day - daily admission rates are reduced. (Holidays are excluded.) # Day Begins Time Location Great for birthday parties. For specific information, see page 18. 117 Mon. Jan. 13 6:00 p.m. Garden City If you have questions, please call the Brooklyn Center Community Center at 569 -3400. PRESCHOOL - New Session Added Children must meet a minimum height requirement of 52" in order Registration for preschool accepted immediately. Registration to go down the water slide alone. Those not meeting the minimum will be accepted until class fills, minimum 15, maximum 18. The requirement may down when accompanied by an adult, 18 years preschool program at the Brooklyn Center Community Center is and older. for children 3'/z - 5 years old. Children must be 3' /z by January 31, 1997 and be toilet trained. The program emphasizes group socialization, music, art, science and community awareness. Your CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US child will learn numbers, colors, games stressing coordination, Your child's birthday is a very important event. For an extra special finger plays, and stories will be read. Field trips and parent day, plan a swimming party! Small groups (20 or less) are invited programs are also part of the program. The fee is for the 8 week to reserve a room for the . winter session. If you should find it necessary to request a refund party. There is no charge for after registering, there will be a $20 administration charge. the room and the birthday . Registration Fee $41.00/8 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors child receives free admission � • ,,,,.''f ••. Mrs. B. & Mrs. K. to the pool and use of water f; '• : . # Day Begins Time Location slide. To make a reservation, 501 Mon. Jan. 21 12:30 p.m. CC please call 569 -3400. SKATING RINKS - With Warming Houses SKATING RINKS - Without Warming Houses The following skating rinks with warming houses will be open The following skating rinks will be maintained only. No Monday through Friday from 4 -9 p.m., Saturday 1 -9 p.m, and supervision. Sunday 1 -6 p.m. Weekday holiday hours will be 1 -9 p.m. Warming houses will be closed December 24 & 25. Bellvue, 55th & Aldrich Brooklane, 65th & Brooklyn Blvd. Evergreen, 72nd & Bryant Freeway, 67th & Beard Grandview, 59th & Humboldt Garden City, 63rd & Brooklyn Drive Kylawn, 61 st & Kyle Happy Hollow, 50th & Abbott Northport, 55th & Sailor Lane Riverdale, Dallas Road & Riverdale Road Orchard Lane, 65th & Orchard West Palmer, 71 st & Palmer Lake Drive Willow Lane, 69th & Orchard Skating season generally runs from December 15 through QAP February 17. The season could be earlier or later depending on weather conditions. Warming houses and rinks may close in inclement weather. Please call 569 -3400. 11 ...................::.:::.:...................:.::..:.:............................ .. :. :..........:.:::::::::::::. .......... .. ............ ei ::.: ............ .... .... .....................................:.. ...::.:........................ PADDLESPORT AND BUILDERS SHOW - FREE ADMISSION The Minnesota Canoe Association, in cooperation with the Brooklyn Center Recreation Division, presents their 11 th annual Paddlesport and Builders Show on Saturday, February 1. The day long event will include a display of hand built canoes, kayaks and other small crafts, as well as commercial canoes and kayaks. There will be mini workshops on canoe building, river cleanup, tripping, white water paddling and other topics. The show will be held at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Show Schedule 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Paddlesport show, mini sessions, and demonstrations. 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. MCA annual meeting. 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. MCA banquet & slide show. (Dinner reservations required.) 9:00 - 11:00 P.M. Pool session - Try out canoes, kayaks and crafts shown earlier in iceberg free water. All events are free of charge except for the banquet. For information, call 487 -3395. COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS BROOKDALE HENNEPIN AREA LIBRARY CONSTITUTION HALL in the Brooklyn Center Community The library is located at 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway and is Center is available for business meetings and private functions. It open Monday - Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday - is a great place to host a family reunion, shower, graduation or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For general information, call anniversary party. The building may also be reserved for overnight 569 -3600; reference information, 569 -3610; Renewal functions. Room set -up, including tables, chairs, P.A. system and information 569 -3601; TDD 569 -3606. use of a small kitchen is included in the usage fee. This unique room can accommodate up to 190 persons with banquet style seating and 250 for lecture style. Brooklyn Center Community SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS Center is a smoke free building and alcohol is not permitted. To WITH DISABILITIES find out more about fees and availability, call Kathy, 569 -3405. CEAP offers chore service and home delivered meals to eligible For group pool rental information, call 569 -3400. individuals who are over 60 years and any person of any age with a disability living in Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center and south to 49th Ave. N in Mpls. Hot meals are delivered by volunteers at BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB noon Monday through Friday. The Brooklyn Center Women's Club is sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Recreation Division. Meetings are the second Tuesday of The Chore Program includes snow removal, minor home repairs, the month through May at 1 p.m. in Constitution Hall of the housekeeping and clean-up. Workers are skills -bank applicants Brooklyn Center Community Center. The purpose of the whose references are thoroughly checked. Their name is added to organization is to promote social, cultural and civic activities for our list of workers and referred to you when you call for service. area women. Annual dues are $6. A variety of programs are You pay the worker when the job is completed. Call Linda 566 - presented each month, followed by refreshments and a social time. 9600. Jan. 8 features Gloria Sauke, "Gifts That Only You Can Give." Feb. 11, the Plymouth Rockers Singers will entertain. Mar. 11, Bill CULTURAL EVENTS Coe, The Balloon Man will perform. ALL ARE WELCOME! Trips North Hennepin Community College are sponsored monthly to area attractions. On Jan. 22 the club will The following events are available for families. Tickets are go to the popular Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. We visit the Old available at the Cultural Events & Community Programming Office Log on Feb. 26. Complete information about these trips is available in the Fine Arts Building; call 424 -0794 for more information. at the monthly meetings. For more information about the club, call 533 -0532. Daughters of Africa, Sunday, February 2, 3 p.m. - History of African American women from slave ship survivors to stars of the COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY silver screen. Presented by Mixed Blood Theater. The gallery, located in the Brooklyn Center Community Center, is available for photography or mixed media shows at various times Beauty Lou and the Country Beast, Saturday, April 5, 3 & 7 p.m. - throughout the year. There is no charge for the exhibit space. For Missoula Children's Theater presents a "country" musical version further information, contact Kathy at 569 -3400. of a wonderful old standard. The cast will be made up of children from the nearby communities. Auditions are Mon., March 31, 4 -6 p.m. $5 fee for audition. 12 Special Activities continued EARLE BROWN DAYS FESTIVAL - JUNE 26 -29 ENTERTAINMENT Join us for a celebration of friendship and family fun at the 15th annual Earle Brown Days festival. Watch for a detailed schedule IN THE PARK in the summer issue of the recreation activities brochure and the 1997 Outdoor Concert Season Brooklyn Center Sun Post. Events are subject to change. June 26 Parade - 59th & Dupont to 67th June 17 Reuben Ristrom & Bourbon Street Boys & Dupont. June 24 The Rockin' Hollywoods June 28 Arts & Crafts Fair, Kid's Fishing July 15 Koncar Brothers Band Contest, Picnic & Games - all in July 22 Puppet Show & Strawberry Jam Central Park. July 29 Whitewater Bluegrass June 29 Classic Car Show, Arts & Crafts Aug. 12 Sweet Adelines Fair, Junior Ambassador coronation, Music, Fireworks. Aug. 19 Wayne Renn Band ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR - JUNE 28 & 29 Exhibitors are needed for the eighth annual Earle Brown Days Watch for more information in the Arts & Crafts Fair. The show will be held outdoors on Sat. June upcoming Recreation Division 28 & Sun. June 29 in Brooklyn Center Central Park, 694 & Activity Brochures! Shingle Creek Parkway. Registration fee is $49.50 per space. Items must be handcrafted. Call 569 -3400 to request an application form. EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE - JUNE 26 The parade, sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Lions Club, will be held Thursday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. Clubs, organizations and JUNIOR HIGH SKI TRIPS businesses are invited to participate. Applications to participate in the parade are available in the recreation office located in the community center. Call 569 -3400 for more information. FRIDAY NIGHT SKI TRIPS For students in grades 7 -9. Bus pick up will be at 3:05 p.m. at EARLE BROWN DAYS - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED North View Junior High (69th & Zane). A parent signed Volunteers are needed for Earle Brown Days festival permission slip is required for each trip. Registration accepted at committees: Arts and Crafts Fair, Kids' Fishing Contest and Old the community center anytime during office hours and during lunch Fashioned Games. There are also openings on the Earle Brown at North View Wednesday prior to the trip. The fee for these trips Days Board of Directors which meets at 7:30 a.m. on the third is $25 without rental or $35 with rental. Fee includes lift ticket, bus Tuesday of each month at City Hall. For more information about ride and chaperons. volunteering for a committee or the board of directors, please # Day Date Ski Area call Sue at the recreation division, 569 -3406. 201 Fri. Feb. 21 Afton Alps CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE - 9 HOLE PAR 3 202 Fri Mar. 7 Wild Mountain 5500 North Lilac Drive, Brooklyn Center SPIRIT MOUNTAIN SKI TRIP 561 -3239 Centerbrook Golf Course is open April through Martin Luther King Day (Monday, Jan. 20, 1997) October. The course offers a wide range of lessons, Registration for this trip accepted at the community center during leagues and open golf times. Both passbook and regular office hours or during lunch at North View on Wednesday, individual golf rates are available. Watch for more Jan. 15. Registration fee is $40 without equipment rental or $45 information in the spring brochure which will be delivered to with rental. Fee includes lift ticket, motorcoach and chaperons. For homes beginning February 28. students in grades 7 -9 only. Space is limited. Deadline to register is 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15. Bus leaves North View Junior High BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND at 6:45 a.m. and returns at approximately 7:30 p.m. The band is co- sponsored by the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn # Day Date Ski Area Park Recreation Departments and is open to all post high school 203 Mon. Jan. 20 Spirit Mountain age men and women. Practice is Monday nights at North View Registration For Ski Trips Accepted Immediately! Jr. High. New members are welcome. For more information, call the Recreation Division at 569 -3400. Director Paul Schierenbeck 13 .............. . ... ... . ..... ... ................ ....... . ... . . . . . . . . 11V a . ......... ......... The adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and West Hennepin Community Center. Participants must pre-register. For persons not living in one of the communities fisted above, call for registration information and fees. West Hennepin Community Center is an agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West and Northwest Hennepin areas. Services include information and referral, advocacy, and counseling. Programs include social/recreation clubs and education programs. An integration specialist is on staff to assist parents, professionals and individuals who are interested in participating in "non-adapted" parks and recreation programs. For information and registration procedures, call Jessica at 988-4178. Adaptive Gymnastics - Is being offered for children ages 5-12 Basketball - A program for adults 18 and over who wish to at Olympic Gymnastics Academy, 14170 23rd Ave. N., Plymouth. compete in a league. The games are played Mon. or Thurs. at 6:30 The class meets Mondays, 6:00 p.m. for beginners and 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The program meets at Sunny Hollow Elementary for advanced, Jan. 6-April 14. The fee is $117. (The fee may be School, 8008 Medicine Lake, New Hope. The cost is $22. The made in three payments of $39.) The ratio is one staff person per regular season runs Jan. 6-Mar. 20. Call Jessica to find out which four gymnasts. A similar program is offered in Hopkins on night you should sip up for. Wednesdays at 5:30 or 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Social - Do you enjoy meeting new friends Saturday Sunshine Kids - Join us once a month for gym or like socializing with a group of people? Come join us activities, music, crafts and other fun! This social/recreation Wednesdays for a variety of fun and exciting events and activities. program is for kids 5-12 years old. We meet from 9:30-11:30 a.m. We meet at Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr., Crystal, at Central Community Center, Woodale Ave. and Hwy 7, St. Louis 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jan. 15 - Mar. 5. The fee is $25. Park. The cost is $20. "Sunshine Kids" meets Jan. 18, Feb. 15 and Mar. 15. This is a great opportunity for parents to take a Saturday March Dance - On Friday, Mar. 14, join us for an evening of morning break. music, dancing and food! The dance will be at Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal from 7-9 p.m. Pay $3 at the "Two Thumbs Up" Movie Club -This new program for teens door; preregistration is not required. Staff are welcome to stay at no is sure to be a hit. Movie buffs, here's your chance to get together, cost. watch some great movies and munch treats!! We'll meet at Brooklyn Park Community Resource Center, 7335 Regent Ave., Personal Empowerment Group For People With Brooklyn Park. Movies will be shown on Thursdays, Jan. 16, 30, Developmental Disabilities -This is a group for adults with Feb. 13, 27 and Mar. 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The cost is $20 for the borderline and mild developmental disabilities who wish to address movie series. their feelings and concerns and promote self-esteem through the use of a step by step model. We meet at Elim Lutheran Church, Youth and Teen Bowling - Come and bowl with us on 3978 West Broadway, Robbinsdale. Co-sponsored by Windows Saturdays at Golden Valley Lanes, 9200 Olson Memorial Hwy., of Opportunity. For information, call Jessica. Golden Valley. Bowling meets 10 a.m. - Noon, Jan. 18 - Mar. 8. League fee is $20 plus $2.75 for each week bowled. Individualized Leisure Planning - Are you new in town, bored, or looking for more to do? WHCS can assist people with Adult Bowling - A great opportunity to bowl and socialize. Limit disabilities in finding and planning activities that fit their lifestyle. of 50 participants. We bowl on Saturdays at Doyles, 5000 W. We can also assist with finding a way to work through obstacles Broadway in Crystal. Bowling meets 10 a.m. - Noon, Jan. 18-Mar. that keep you from participating in recreation opportunities. Plan 8. League fee is $20 plus $2.50 for each week bowled. what your recreational goals are for the future and how you will accomplish those goals. For more information, call Jessica. ROBBINSDALE COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURAGE CENTER ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS Is an agency serving persons with physical disabilities and sensory The Robbinsdale Community Education Center offers the programs impairments. At Courage Center you will find activities for all ages and classes for adults with disabilities: Floor Hockey, Personal and abilities including social activities, day camps, field trips, Empowerment, Fibrornyalgia Support and Magnificent Singles MS special events and competitive and recreational sports. Call 520 - Support Groups. For class information, call 504-0236 Voice or 0473 for a program calendar. A separate brochure listing activities 504-0242 TDD. and programs are available for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Call 520-0473 Voice or 520-0405 TDD. Tutoring in academic skills, in preparing for the GED test and the written driver's test is available by appointment, call 520-0554. 14 The forecast is FUN at the Brooklyn Center Community Center Pool! WMTER FOOD EVENTS NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY Dec. 31 - 6 -9 p.m. Celebrate with us - a party for all ages! Hats, noisemakers, games with prizes and water slide are all included in admission. Gameroom and concession stand will also be open. Admission to New Year's Eve party is $3 for 17 and under and $4 for 18 and over. Memberships are not accepted for this special event. Everyone remaining in the building will be charged. JANUARY PICNIC* Saturday, January 18, 1 -4 p.m. Enjoy summer in January! On this special day, swimmers may eat their lunch on the pool deck. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase hotdogs, chips and lemonade for these reduced prices: Hotdogs 75¢, Chips 25¢, Lemonade 25¢. VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL Friday, February 14, 4 - 9 p.m. For a sweet deal, bring a friend and save. You and your friend pay regular admission price to the pool and both receive use of water slide for FREE! HOP and SLIDE* Saturday, March 29, 1 -4 p.m. Join us for a special Easter Eggstravaganza! Music, games and swimming Y are all part of the fun. Everyone will receive a paper Easter egg when they pay for swimming. After as swimming, see if your egg matches a prize. Birthday parties and other groups are welcome. SPLISH SPLASH SATURDAYS Make a big splash on the 4th Saturday of the month! Pay regular pool admission price and use the water slide for FREE! Splish Splash Dates: Jan. 25, Feb. 22, Mar. 22, 6 -9 p.m. HOLIDAY HOURS New Year's Day* - Jan. 1 - Pool and water slide open 1 -5 p.m. Martin Luther King Day* - Jan. 20 - Water slide open 1 -9 p.m. President's Day* - Feb. 17 - Water slide open 1 -9 p.m. *Regular admission prices apply! NOTE: Children must be at least 52" tall to use the water slide alone or must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older.) Children 5 years and under must be accompanied by an adult, 18 years or older, in the pool at all times. INFORMATION: The community center is located at 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center. For more information about the Brooklyn Center Community Center pool, water slide or the winter pool events, please call 569 -3400. 15 Registration for swim lessons begins at 9 a.m. on Sat., Jan. 4. (Numbers will be given out a half hour prior to registration.) Brooklyn Center Recreation Division uses the American Red Cross Swimming Progression for lessons. SPECIAL NOTE FOR SWIM LESSON VIEWING Swim lessons held at the community center may be observed by parents from the windows located upstairs in the gameroom. Spectators are not allowed on the pool deck or downstairs observation area during lessons. PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 2 and Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swim suits; 3 years old. One parent must accompany the child in the water, sorry, we are not responsible. preferably the same parent each time. Classes once a week, $31.00/10 weeks # Day Begins Time Location 400 Thurs. Jan. 9 5:45 p.m. CC BEG. ADULT &TEEN SWIM LESSONS 401 Thurs. Jan. 9 5 For adults and high school students with very little swimming Sat. Jan. 11 16:45 :20 p.m. CC a.m. CC experience. This is an opportunity to learn with others of 402 403 Sat. Jan. 14 5:45 p.m. CC comparable ability. Registration Fee $39.00/10 Lessons. Classes 404 Tues. Jan. 14 6:20 p.m. CC 40 min. # Day Begins Time Location Day classes twice a week, $31.00/5 weeks 405 M &W Jan. 13 9:15 a.m. CC 425 Tues. Jan. 14 7:30 p.m. CC 406 M&W Feb. 17 9:15 a.m. CC INT. ADULT &TEEN SWIM LESSONS PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN SWIM LESSONS For adults and high school students who are comfortable in the This class is for children 4 years of age and older and includes water and wish to brush up on strokes, learn new strokes, or work American Red Cross swim levels 1 -7. Children will be tested the on endurance. Registration Fee $39.00/10 Lessons. Classes 40 min first day and placed in a class at their appropriate swim level. # Day Begins Time Location Classes have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor. Parents do 426 Thurs. Jan. 9 7:30 p.m. CC not accompany child in water. FOR PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN Classes once a week, $31.00/10 weeks SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS # Day Begins Time Location For men and women ages 62 years and older. Here is a chance to 407 Thurs. Jan. 9 5:45 p.m. CC brush up on skills you have already learned, experience new skills 408 Thurs. Jan. 9 6:20 p.m. CC or just start right from the very beginning. We also have room for 409 Thurs. Jan. 9 6:55 p.m. CC "Super Chickens." Same days, fees and times as adult lessons. 410 Thurs. Jan. 9 7:30 p.m. CC 411 Sat. Jan. 11 9:00 a.m. CC BEGINNING DIVING 412 Sat. Jan. 11 9:35 a.m. CC Learn forward and back approach, how to set the board for spring, 413 Sat. Jan. 11 10:10 a.m. CC how to check for proper spring, all diving rules, terms for different 414 Sat. Jan. 11 10:45 a.m. CC positions and basic forward and back dives on a 1 meter board. 415 Tues. Jan. 14 5:45 p.m. CC Prerequisite: Must be in Level 4 swimming or able to pass the deep 416 Tues. Jan. 14 6:20 p.m. CC end test. Registration Fee $31.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 417 Tues. Jan. 14 6:55 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location 418 Tues. Jan. 14 7:30 p.m. CC 427 Thurs. Jan. 9 6:55 p.m. CC FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY 419 Mon. Jan. 13 9:50 a.m. CC 420 Wed. Jan. 15 9:50 a.m. CC INTERMEDIATE DIVING FOR PRESCHOOL ONLY ■ Review beginning diving and advance your skills to Day classes twice a week, $31.00/5 weeks learn how the difficulty of dives are rated and how 421 M &W Jan. 13 10:25 a.m. CC competitive diving works. Learn several new dives 422 M &W Jan. 13 11:00 a.m. CC on the 1 meter board and advance to the 3 meter 423 M &W Feb. 17 10:25 a.m. CC board. Prerequisite: Must be able to do the equivalent of the 424 M &W Feb. 17 11:00 a.m. CC beginning diving class. Registration Fee $31.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. # Day Begins Time Location 16 428 Tues. Jan. 14 6:55 p.m. CC I I Swim Activities continued INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING NORTH VIEW POOL A class designed for Level VI students and above who are North View Jr. High Pool located at 69th and Zane Ave. N. is interested in learning some of the skills which are unique to available for rental at various times during the week. Reservations competitive swimming - the butterfly stroke, racing dives, and flip are requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. For further turns, as well as practicing the other competitive swimming information, call 569 -3400. strokes. Registration Fee $31.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. # Day Begins Time Location COMMUNITY CENTER POOL AND WATER 429 Thurs. Jan. 9 6:55 p.m. CC SLIDE RENTAL The community center pool and water slide are available for rental by your group or party at various times during the week. For ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS further information, call 569 -3400. For children and adults of all ages with physical or developmental disabilities. Classes have a ratio of one student to one instructor. Registration Fee $34.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US # Day Begins Time Location Your child's birthday is a very 430 Sat. Jan. 11 9:00 a.m. CC important event. For an extra special day, plan a swimming; party! Small groups (20 or AM ,�- PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS less) are invited to reserve a For all levels on a one -to -one basis, children or adults. Missed room for the party. There is lessons will not be made up. Registration Fee $50.00/5 Lessons. no charge for the room and Classes 30 min. For more information, call 561 -3400. the birthday child receives # Day Begins Time Location free admission to the pool and use of water slide. To make a 431 By arrangement only. reservation, please call 569 -3400 SWIM AND STAY FIT PROGRAM Swim and Stay Fit is a planned activity to encourage individuals to AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING swim regularly until 50 or more miles are reached. It is not a Focusing on the job of a lifeguard in a swimming pool marathon, not a race, not competitive, not an endurance contest. environment, this course will emphasize victim recognition, It's goal is to improve the long -term physical fitness of the surveillance and equipment -based rescues, and includes first aid swimmer. Persons will be able to track their progress on cards at and CPR For The Professional Rescuer. The purpose of the the pool. Swimmers will receive a certificate and patch at the lifeguard training course is to teach lifeguards the skills and the completion of 50 miles. For adults ages 18 and up. Sign up with knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. the pool staff. Fee is FREE with daily pool admission or The course objectives include establishing an awareness of the membership. responsibilities of a lifeguard as well as how to recognize distress or drowning situations and to provide rescue skills. Students are asked to bring pencil and paper to each class. Prerequisites: SPECIAL NOTE TO DAY SWIMMERS Students must be 15 years of age on or before the first day of class, The water slide will open at 1 p.m. on Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 7 swim 500 yards continuously, submerge to 7 feet and retrieve a 10 and 14 because some school districts do not have school. pound object and tread water for two minutes using the legs only. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Training certificate and a Do you enjoy swimming? Do you want to improve your ability to CPR For The Professional Rescuer certificate. For more swim the four competitive strokes? Do you want to have fun and information, please call 569 -3400. R participate in swim meets? Do you want to compete with swimmers your own age and with similar aquatic abilities? If so ADULT CPR the BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB is for you. BROOKLYN SWIM What would you do if a member of your family or co- worker CLUB is a local affiliate of United States Swimming Inc. Most of stopped breathing, started choking or had a possible heart attack? our Olympic swimmers including Summer Sanders, Angel Learn how to handle these emergencies in this American Red Cross Martino, Matt Biondi and Pablo Morales started in USS Club. For Adult CPR course. Registration Fee $30.00/1 session. Includes more information, contact Damon Carrison at 427 -0453. The instruction and all materials. Class 4 hours. Instructor Donna. Brooklyn Swim Club is co- sponsored by the recreation # Day Date Time Location departments of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. 432 Wed. Jan. 29 5:00 p.m. CC AQUA EXERCISE See Adult Exercise for information. 17 Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway ■ 569 -3400 ■ TDD 569 -3404 Memberships 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 water 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. The Community Center may close early at the discretion of the management. Hours subject to change. Call 569 -3400. Membership Rates With Water Slide Membership Rates Without Water Slide 1 month 3 month 6 month 1 year 1 month 3 month 6 month Lyear Family $50.00 $128.00 $220.00 $328.00 Family $32.00 $86.00 $145.00 $248.00 Individual $30.00 $ 65.00 $126.00 $200.00 Individual $20.00 $50.00 $ 80.00 $134.00 Senior* $12.00 $32.00 $ 61.00 $112.00 *Brooklyn Center residents only General Admission With Water Slide Without Water Slide Monday Bargain Days Senior Adult (62 & over) $3.75 $2.25 Adult (18 & over) $4.50 $3.00 Ages With Slide Without Slide Youth (15-17) $4.00 $2.50 62+ $3.00 $1.50 Children (6 -14) $3.75 $2.25 18 -61 $3.75 $2.25 Children (2 -5) $2.50 $1.00 15 -17 $3.25 $1.75 Children under 2 Free Free 6 -14 $3.00 $1.50 2 -5 $2.25 75¢ under 2 Free Free Exercise Room & Sauna Schedule Open Swim Schedule Holidays not included! Monday, Wednesday & Friday Monday, Wednesday & Friday Water Slide Schedule 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) (Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Monday & Wednesday Tuesday & Thursday Tuesday & Thursday 6 to 9 p.m. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday Saturday Sunday (Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Adults only: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4 to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 P.M. 1 to 5 p.m. &8to9p.m.) &8to9p.m.) The recreation division reserves the right to Saturday Saturday open the water slide during non - scheduled 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. times. Children must be 52" tall to go down the (Adults only: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) slide alone. Those not meeting this requirement may go down when accompanied by an adult Sunday Sunday 18 or over. 1 to 5 p.m. 1 to 5 p.m. Lockers Coin - operated lockers are provided at The use of the exercise room is limited to Children under 6 years old must the pool. Individuals may secure their belongings 15 years and older and the sauna to 18 years be accompanied by an adult in for 25¢. and older. Children younger than this will the pool. The wading pool is open t not be allowed even if accompanied by an to children 5 years and younger adult. ONLY when supervised by a parent. Pool & Water Slide Holiday Hours New Year's Dav, Jan. 1 - 1 to 5 p.m. The "Play Corner" is provided for parents swimming at the community center. Minimum M. Luther King Day, Jan. 20 - 1 to 9 p.m. age is four months. The cost is $1 for each preschool child. The "Play Corner" is open President's Day, Feb. 17 - 1 to 9 p.m. Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. After swimming, parents are invited to relax in our concession area before picking up children. Call 569 -3400. Spring Break - March 24 -28 &Fri. - 1 m. to 9 p. A Game Room with pool tables, video games and pinball machines is located next to the Tues. & Mon., Wed. & Fr - 1 t 6 p. concession stand on the upper level. 18 ........................... ....................................... ....... ........ ... ... ....... .................................. : ............ ................. .......... ... ..... ................ .. ............. ....................................... ....................................... . ..... ..... * ............ ............................................ ......................... ....... ....... ............ . ......... .... .......... era:t��In: ma IOU .......... ................ ............... ...................... .. .......................... .. ............................ I.I.Emm ............ . .............. ..... ............ ... 11 ................................. ........... ...................................... _ ... - .... ........................................... ...... ....................................... ./Registration In ✓Senior Adult Discount ................. Registration for classes begins Sat., Senior adults, 62 years and older, who .............................. ................................. ................................. ................................. .................................... Jan. 4 at the Brooklyn Center are residents of Brooklyn Center will .............. ................ ................ Community Center, except where receive 40% off the registration fee of noted in class descriptions. any adult activity class $20 or more. This ....... ................ .......... ......... d senior 0: does not a pply to supplies, sp ecial seni ....... .... MO. ............. ............. ...................................... . .......... .............................................. .......... .......... .......... .......... V.. VRegistration for swim lessons classes which are already reduced, or '69 '34 4: .... . ............................................... begins at 9 a.m. Numbers will be classes less than $20. Other exceptions handed out at 8:30 a.m. Sorry, mail will be noted in class descriptions. registrations will not be accepted for Late Pickup Fee swim lessons. ✓Refund Procedure: Requests for If a child is not picked up immediately refunds must be made at least 24 hours ✓Registration for other classes before the first class. There will be a $3 after class, a $5 fee will be charged for begins at 11 a.m. Numbers will be service charge. If you find it necessary to every ten minutes after the class ending handed out at 10:30 a.m. Mail cancel after the first class, make your time. registration will be processed beginning request 24 hours before the second class. Mon., Jan. 6. The class will be prorated plus there will A uxiliary A ids be a $3 service charge. Refund checks Auxiliary aids for persons with On the opening day of registration, Sat., are mailed to participants; please allow disabilities are available upon request at Jan. 4, a person may sign up for 2-3 weeks. least 96 hours in advance. Please call themselves or their immediate family Director of Recreation Arnie Mavis at only. After this date, you may register ✓Refund Procedure for Holiday and 569-3400 for more information. for as many as you wish. One-Day Classes: Requests for refunds for holiday and one-day classes must be ✓Senior adult registration begins made at least seven days before the class Art/Cooking/Holiday Class Fri., Jan. 3. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., date. There will be a service charge. Participants registration follows. Sorry, no refunds will be issued later than Young artists and cooks may get food, seven days before the class date. paint, glue, or other art media on their Registration for all classes continues clothing and shoes while in class. until classes fill. Sorry, no phone ✓ Inclement Weather Children should dress in old clothes registration. If classes or other recreation activities are and/or bring an old paint shirt or apron. canceled due to inclement weather, the Please make check payable to the recreation division will attempt to make City of Brooklyn Center. them up. Sometimes circumstances Liability beyond our control do not make this The recreation division does not provide Registration will be on a first-come, possible. accident insurance for participants in any first-served basis. The recreation of its programs. Participants assume all division reserves the right to cancel Don't Be Disappointed! inherent risk of injury from their classes when an insufficient number of involvement in programs or activities people have signed up. Instructors will Register Early outlined in this brochure. not be permitted to accept registration at the activity location. Most of the programs or activities offered in the brochure have a minimum Persons who register for an activity and maximum number of registrants. where capacity enrollment has already Some programs fill to capacity within a Community Center been reached will be placed on a few days of the beginning of Hours waiting list. Additional classes may be registration. In other cases, if they formed if there are sufficient requests appear to be under enrolled, we have to The recreation division, located in the and if space and a competent instructor cancel activities several days before the community center, is open for are available. starting date. There have been instances registration: where individuals have expressed an Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Class attendance is limited to interest in a program that has already Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. participants. Spectators, including been canceled. In either case, it is - Sunday 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m... parents, are not allowed except with highly advantageous to register early!! permission. This includes children. 19 Class Locations Brooklyn Center High School North View Junior High 6500 Humboldt Ave. N (BCHS) 69th & Zane Ave. [ad Community Center Northport School 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (CC) 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. LASH Centerbrook Golf Course Orchard Lane School SATURDAYS 5500 N Lilac Dr 6201 Noble Ave. N Earle Brown School Palmer Lake School ig splash on the 4th 5900 Humboldt Ave. N 7300 W. Palmer Lake Dr. of the month. Pay Evergreen School Park Center High School ol admission price and 7020 Dupont Ave. N 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. Fair Oaks School Willow Lane School ter slide FREE. Splish 5600 65th Ave. N 7020 Perry Ave. N tes: Jan. 25, Feb. 22, Garden City School -9 p.m. 3501 65th Ave. N ------------------------------------------ r Mail Registration Card Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Name Gender: Male Female City Hall. This Commission advises the City Address Council on the parks and recreation program in Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson, chairperson, City Zip Art Mead; John Russell; Tom Shinnick; Don (H) Phone (W) Phone Peterson; Gail Ebert. Class Name Location Class # i Department Mission Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn Center Time Class Day that they may share in the God given right to Child's Birth Date Amount Enclosed $ beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, and to the end that each may herein find the laughter of Registration card is for mail use only and will not be accepted before i childhood, the acceptance of youth, the I I fulfillment of adult life, and the companionship I Jan. 6, 1997. For registration information, see page 19. of old age, through a healthy, satisfying use of -------------------------------------------------------- - - - - -- leisure time. ............................ City of Brooklyn Center ...........: ><:<: >::. 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199