HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997 Edition 105 April-May Edition 105 April/May 1997
A newsletter for residents of the City of Brooklyn Center
Code enforcement effort continues
Once again this spring and summer, whose homes have code violations.
the City of Brooklyn Center's The properties are then reinspected
Community Development Department after 14 days, and citiations are
and Police Department will be written for homes not in compliance.
working together to identify and Last year, compliance was generally
inform owners whose properties need voluntary, and the vast majority of The City of Brooklyn
to be cleaned up because they are not violations were corrected before the
in compliance with City ordinances. 14 -day window to recheck had Center extends its
A block -by -block inspection of all elapsed. During last year's cleanup heartfelt thanks to
city neighborhoods will be conducted, campaign, 1,044 letters were sent out residents, volunteers
and letters will be sent to residents to residents listing ordinance and businesses for
violations on the properties, or only their contributions in
about nine percent of Brooklyn the recent effort to
Summer recreation Center properties had violations. protect the community
4 brochure begins If have any questions regarding from the rising flood
i° 9! on page code enforcement, please contact the
waters along the
Brooklyn Center Police Department Mississippi River.
at 569 -3333. Thank you for your
Inside this issue: continued cooperation in this effort.
Code enforcement 2
First -time home Code violations to be written up by the
buyer program 3
Watering ban 3 code enforcement officer:
Public information
meetings 3 Junk vehicles, trucks, boats, and /or trailers in yards and driveways,
Street improvements 4 including vehicles without current license tabs, missing parts or in
Warehouse operable vehicles.
construction begins 4 Fences in disrepair.
City auction 5 Building materials, appliances, and construction debris in yards or
Keep boulevards clear 5 driveways.
Golf course opens 5
H.O.M.E. program 5 Trash or garbage in yards and buildings.
Special materials 4 Owners not cleaning up after their pets or having too many pets
drop -off 6 without a kennel license.
Community leadership 7 4 The condition and /or screening of dumpsters or garbage containers.
Anoka - Hennepin
Family Advocates 7 4 Building exterior condition in poor repair (bad siding or peeling paint
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Energy assistance 7 on 25 of the entire building).
Resolve disputes 7 Please see code enforcement overview on page 2
Commission info 8
Parking
-All vehicles, trailers, watercraft, snowmobiles, -All vehicles not stored inside a building
RVs, ATVs and similar vehicles stored outside must be currently licensed and immediately
must be owned by a person who resides on the operable (able to be started at any time and
property. legally operable on a city street). Partially
*Construction equipment, farm vehicles, and dismantled or salvage vehicles are not
commercial vehicles more than 21 feet long, allowed outside.
eight feet high, or 9,000 pounds cannot be -Vehicles, trailers, and watercraft parked in
parked in a residential area for more than two a front yard must be parked on a driveway
hours. This does not include RVs. or a paved or graveled extension of the
O -There is no overnight parking on city streets. driveway.
Buildings
W -Building exteriors must be maintained in good •A house must have a lawn or ground cover
repair and appearance. This prohibits peeling that is maintained consistent with prevailing
paint and deteriorating siding. This also applies community standards.
to garages and sheds. -On corner lots, nothing shall be erected or
•Fences must be in good repair and free of planted that will obstruct the vision of
peeling paint. turning vehicles.
' Animals
•Two dogs and /or three cats (except baby -Pet feces must be removed from yards so
L animals) are the maximum allowed. as to not annoy or endanger the public.
O •Any combination of animals which People walking their pets must pick up the
unreasonably annoy or endanger the public will feces.
not be allowed. -Dogs cannot be allowed to continuously
L •Dogs cannot run free outside. bark outside.
�■■� Signs
One on -site sign six square feet or less is -No sign can be placed on a utility pole or a
allowed. traffic sign.
•Off-site signs not exceeding three square feet -No advertising signs are permitted on
V may be located on other residential property with residential property except for permitted
the owner's permission. home occupation signs, rummage sale signs,
•In no case can a sign be located on boulevard and open house signs.
property which extends fifteen feet in from the -Signs cannot be located on public,
curb. commercial, or industrial property.
Garbage /Refuse
-Car parts, unused furniture, appliances, -Homes must have weekly garbage pickups.
O machinery, etc., cannot be stored outside. •Garbage must be stored in watertight insect
Rubbish cannot accumulate outside. and rodent resistent containers.
O
-Materials, supplies, snow plowing equipment, -Garbage cannot emit foul or disagreeable
L and equipment other than construction or farm odors which are noticeable on adjacent
equipment, may be stored in a back yard as long properties.
as it is screened by an opaque fence six feet -Garbage may not be composted or buried.
high.
City Watch 2
Below market rate mortgage funds available this spring
For the sixth year in a row, Mortgage guidelines for the 1997 MCPP are:
Brooklyn Center will be
participating in the Minnesota City *House price limits for the 1997 *You pay normal closing costs,
Participation Program (MCPP), a MCPP are $95,000 for existing or new mortgage insurance premiums and
mortgage program created by the housing. fees.
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency *Your maximum adjusted income may *Entry cost assistance from the
(MHFA) to provide below market not be more than $43,650 annually. Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
rate financing for qualified first -time Determine approximate adjusted homeownership assistance fund can
home buyers. income by subtracting $1,000 for each provide up to $2,500 toward required
At the time of the writing of this household member who will live in the down payment and closing costs if
article, the interest rate on the home from your current gross annual your adjusted annual household
MCPP mortgage funds was household income. income does not exceed $28,000.
unknown. MCPP mortgage funds ♦ Your mortgage will be a fixed monthly Monthly payment assistance of up to
and interest rate information should payment, 30 year, FHA, VA, $120 per month is available from the
be available by the end of April. conventional or uninsured conventional. homeownership assistance fund for
To get on the mailing list for You apply for the loan at one of the persons with annual adjusted
MCPP information, call Ruth at MCPP participating lenders. household incomes of $26,000 or less.
569 -3304, or stop by City Hall _
Watering ban Building space needs meeting scheduled for May 28
The City continues the process of at Dupont, provide insulation and
Permanent water restrictions exploring concepts to deal with space adequate electrical and bathroom
are in effect from May 1 to Needs and code compliance facilities.
September 30 every year. This requirements for City buildings, 3.Three concepts are being
odd -even watering ban does not especially fire and police building needs. reviewed to deal with the severe
apply to private wells; only the The City sponsored four open houses, inadequacy of police space. The three
city water supply. This ban will two in March and two in April. We options would be:
be enforced. If your street invite your continued participation in *Connect the existing City Hall/
address ends in an odd number, discussing and reviewing possible police building with the Community
you may water your lawn and solutions for these building needs. On Center and remodel the existing City
garden on odd numbered days May 28, 1997, at 7:00 P.M. in Hall space for police /jail space;
of the month. If your street Constitution Hall at the Brooklyn •Construct a freestanding police
address is an even number, you Center Community Center, there will be station on a site off the current
may water your lawn and a general review of the information Community Center complex; and
garden on even numbered days. gathered to date and an additional *Construct a new office /police jail
Questions regarding the opportunty for questions, comments and space on the Community Center site
watering ban may be directed suggestions about the building needs. and remove the existing office /police
to the Brooklyn Center Water The basic concepts being reviewed building.
Department at 569 -3390. are: 4. Review of accessibility and other
1. Construction of a new fire station code issues generally with the civic
at 63rd and Brooklyn Blvd. to provide center and office /police building is
fora solution to the deteriorated also ongoing.
facility and provide adequate and safe The various plans have certain
accommodations for fire personnel, as advantages and disadvantages in
wellas meeting requirements of meeting the space needs both now and
several safety codes. in the future. Please consider attending
2. Remodeling the interior ofthe station on May 28 to review these concepts.
City Watch 3
City street improvements planned
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U� LEER � Avenue West, north of 63rd.
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aaao�0 OQ I ❑� 1 repair or replacement of sanitary
_ Cn - 7C sewer, installation of new storm
sewers, and curb and gutter.
[2] Orchard Lane West area, west of
2 �� Orchard Lane School, south of
63rd. Replacement of all water
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sanitary sewer, installation of new
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'1 E w` installation of new storm sewer,
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j I Park for emergency use only, new
IIIJJJ a� &reets will be closed to curb and gutter.
through trafic during
constt=.on. Residents are reminded to exercise
caution in and around construction
areas, and your patience is greatly
appreciated during this busy
Construction begins construction season.
on manufacturing
warehouse facility
A groundbreaking ceremony was
held April 1 on Sunlite Commerce
Center, a 73,903 square foot
manufacturing warehouse facility
located at 6601 Parkway Circle in
Brooklyn Center, adjacent to the
Hilton Hotel. The center is to be'� { "
located on a 6.25 acre site with water�"'�
retention ponds and landscaped green
areas.
Although the facility was designed
for manufacturing, warehousing and
distribution, Sunlite Commerce
Center will also provide an industrial
company the opportunity for build -to-
suit office space, and should be
available for occupancy this summer.
City Watch 4
Keep boulevards clear
CITY AUCTION Now that the winter snow has
melted, some residents are finding that
Saturday, May 3, 1997 objects such as landscape rocks,
9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. fences, timbers, retaining walls and
at the large permanent mailbox installations
on the boulevard area may have
Public Works Maintenance Facility sustained some winter damage.
6844 Shingle Creek Parkway Residents are reminded that the
boulevard area is reserved for snow
Previewing of auction items begins storage and for utility placements.
at 8:00 A.M. Occasionally, objects on the boulevard
are damaged during snowplowing
For more information, call 569 -3300 operations when they are struck by
l _ heavy snow and ice or snowplows.
The City cannot accept responsibility
for private property located on city
H.O.M.E. program available to residents right -of -way and will not repair or
Of Brookl n Center replace items placed in these areas.
Y Property owners should remove these
Once again this year, the City of H.O.M.E. has a core staff with a items or place them at least ten feet
Brooklyn Center is offering a home network of skilled workers and from the edge of the street.
maintenance and repair program for volunteers to do repairs. Home repair
residents of Brooklyn Center who are services under this program are limited
60 years of age or older and /or to minor repair items. Examples of
permanently disabled. services available through the
This home repair service is funded H.O.M.E. program include:
with federal funds from the Centerbrook Golf
Department of Housing and Urban • Painting (exterior and interior) Course now open
Development (HUD) as part of the . Carpentry (door, window and trim
City's overall federal Community repair) Centerbrook Golf Course, the
Development Block Grant (CDBG) . Installation of home improvements city's 9 -hole par 3 course located
program. at 5500 North Lilac Drive,
(railings, grab bars, etc.)
The City of Brooklyn Center has . Concrete repair opened for the season on April
contracted with Senior Community 4. The course offers a wide range
Services to provide this service. Gutter and roof repair of lessons, leagues, and open golf
Senior Community Services is a times. Both passbook and
nonprofit agency dedicated to FeesfortheservicesintheH.O.M.E. individual golf rates are
providing services to senior citizens Program are assessed on a sliding fee available. To schedule a tee time,
in the suburban area. scale based on income. The work is call 561 -3239.
The specific program offered by guaranteed. Anyone needing service
Senior Community Services in may call H.O.M.E. at 888 -5530
Brooklyn Center is called Household Monday through Friday from 8:00
and Outside Maintenance for the A.M. to 4:30 P.M. The TDD number
Elderly (H.O.M.E.). The program is 887 -9677. H.O.M.E. services are
assists senior citizens and disabled made possible by Senior Community
persons to remain independent in their Services in cooperation with the City
hornes by providing services they are of Brooklyn Center.
physically or financially unable to do.
City Watch 5
NOM
SPECIAL MATERIALS DROP -OFF
Saturday, May 3, 1997
8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
8300 Noble Avenue North, Brooklyn Park
(Operations- Maintenance Building)
Brooklyn Park C4 Brooklyn Center Crystal # :J New Hope
ACCEPTABLE (no charge) UNACCEPTABLE
• Antifreeze These items will be refused!
• Batteries (household and automotive)
• Carpet pad (foam only - rolled and secured with • Air conditioners (commercial or gas)
tape or rope. No wool or foam - backed. No wet! • Auto parts and engines
No horsehair or rubber bubble pad) • Bathtubs and sinks (ceramic or
• Electronics (televisions, stereos, VCRs, porcelain)
electric typewriters, personal computers) • Chemicals (driveway coating, paint,
• Household items for Goodwill (clothings, small solvents, pesticides, etc.)
appliances, usable clean furniture, toys, books • Construction materials (rocks, cement,
and dishware) lumber, Sheetrock, soil)
• Oil and filters (do not mix with other liquids) • Furniture (broken, torn, soiled)
• Paper (mixed miscellaneous, corrugated • Garbage
cardboard, books, catalogs, MLS books, phone • Glass (window, windshields, light
books, office paper, non - coated paperboard bulbs, fluorescent tubes, mirrors)
and newspapers) • Mattresses or box springs
• Scrap metal (brass, aluminum, cast iron, sheet • Photocopiers
metal, metal window and door frames [no • Plastic (containers, foam bags, film,
glass], metal siding, clothes poles, swing sets packaging peanuts, formed)
[no cement], metal bed springs, bikes, • Water softeners or brine tanks
lawnmowers, and BBQs [remove all wheels and • Yard waste (trees, stumps, grass,
plastic]) garden debris)
• Tire rims
Appliances
Water heaters, refrigerators, freezers, washers,
dryers, dishwashers, ranges, stoves, microwaves,
residential furnaces, humidifiers, dehumidifiers,
Tires garbage disposals, trash compactors $10 ea.
range from Air conditioners $15 ea.
$1 for auto to
$15 for
sandbox Free wood chips made from shredded tree debris and
brush available while supplies last. Excellent for
mulch! Bring your own container and shovel (no
assistance with loading available).
For additional information call 493 -8006
City Watch 6
Additional money available to
residents to help pay heating bills 1997 Energy Assistance Program 1
Income Guidelines
The State of Minnesota recently Community Action for
received an additional $13.7 million Suburban Hennepin Household size Maximum Income
to help low income residents pay their (CASH) is the energy 11 1 $11,612
heating bills. The Low Income Home assistance provider for
Energy Assistance Program communities in suburban 2 $15,540
(LIHEAP) is funded by the federal and rural Hennepin 3 $19,472
government and can help eligible County. Applications will 4 $23,400
households pay their heating bills, be accepted until May. For 5 $27,332
make needed energy- related repairs, more information on this 6 $31,260
or resolve a heat- related crisis. program, call CASH at
Households do not have to be shut off 930 -3541.
or facing adisconnect notice to get help.
Is community leadership
in your future?
Since its inception in 1989, the Anoka - Hennepin Family Advocates
Hennepin North Leadership
North Academy, nne community-based Do you need help locating mation for families, assistance with
leadership program, continues its community or school resources? Do locating services, access to education
mission to enhance the development you have adequate medical care for and community resources and
of current and future community your children? Do you need assistance with emergency services.
leaders. Individuals who are emergency assistance? Any questions The family advocates work in
committed to expanding their Pertaining to support for your family partnership with the Anoka- Hennepin
leadership roles in their can be answered by the Anoka- School District and the Anoka -
communities, companies and Hennepin Family Advocates. Hennepin Family Services
organizations gain leadership skills A family advocate serves adults, Collaborative.
and increase their knowledge of families and children in the Please contact Cheryl at 422 -7995
community issues through communities of Champlin, Dayton, or Cindy at 506 -2529 to learn more
interaction with local experts in the Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. about what a family advocate can do
fields of criminal justice, current They can provide support and infor- for you and your family.
events, economic issues, education,
environment, government, health Resolve disputes in the workplace
and human services. Is conflict with a co- worker making addressed they can undermine the
Seasoned practitioners share their your work environment unpleasant? productivity and financial growth of
professional experiences and Having trouble getting the boss to the company. These types of disputes
insights with Academy participants listen to your ideas? Mediation can include personality conflicts,
through a variety of interactive help. North Hennepin Mediation differences in work ethic and values,
programs, presentations, Program, Inc. (NHMP), provides uses of resources, office space,
discussions, case studies and on -site mediation services at no or low cost personnel, and management style.
visits. To find out how you can and can be scheduled at the parties' Mediation provides the disputing
make a difference in your convenience. Many disputes can be parties a neutral setting in which to
community and to request an successfully resolved by meeting in the address the issues, discuss their
application, call 424 -3127. informal setting of mediation. While feelings, and work toward an
some disputes may be deemed minor agreement that all parties believe is
in the broader scope of the business fair and workable. To schedule a
environment, if they are not directly mediation, call NHMP at 561 -0033.
City Watch 7
Brooklyn Center commission duties and responsibilities
Human Rights and Resources the City Council on matters relevant Planning Commission
The Human Rights and Resources to conservation and park and The Planning Commission generally
Commission generally meets the recreation functions. The commission meets on the second and fourth
second Wednesday of each month at is currently working on a long -range Thursday of each month at 7:30 P.M.
7:00 P.M. at City Hall. The funding plan for park improvements. at City Hall. The commission advises
commission has been drafting a bias the City Council on planning, zoning,
response plan for the City. Charter Commission sign, and subdivision matters. The
The Charter Commission generally commission is also working on a draft
Housing Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of each ordinance for telecommunications
The Housing Commission generally month at 7:30 P.M. at City Hall. The facilities.
meets the third Tuesday of the month Charter Commission reviews the
at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall. The existing charter, considers proposed
commission is in the process of changes, and makes recommendations If You would like to attend a
committee %ommission meeting,
drafting a Time of Sale ordinance for to the City Council.
the City Council's review. please call City Hall at 569 -3300 to
Financial Commission confirm meeting date and time.
Parks and Recreation The financial commission generally
The Parks and Recreation meets on the first Thursday of each
Commission usually meets the third month at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall. The
Tuesday of each month at 6:30 P.M. commission advises the City Council
at City Hall. The scope of activity of on the City's financial matters.
this commission consists of advising
City of Brooklyn Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway City Council
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 meetings
569 -3300 City Hall City Council meetings are generally held
569 -3400 Recreation the second and fourth Monday of the month
911 Emergency at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers at
569 -3333 Police non - emergency Brooklyn Center City Hall. Call 569 -3300
569 -3300 TDD for more information regarding City Council
569 -3307 Job information line meetings.
Mayor Myrna Kragness City Council meeting broadcast
Councilmember Kathleen Carmody
Councilmember Debra Hilstrom Watch City Council
Councilmember Kay Lasman meetings live on cable
Councilmember Robert Peppe Channel 37. Replays shown
at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesdays,
Michael J. McCauley, City Manager and 6:30 A.M. and 12:30
P.M. on Wednesdays
following City Council
Printed on recycled paper meetings.
City Watch 8
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1997 SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Adult Activities .......... 10-13
Senior Adult Activities ..... 14
Children Activities ........ 15-19
Teen Activities ........... 18
Preschool Activities ....... 20
Entertainment In The Park . 21
Earle Brown Days ........ 22
Special Activities ......... 23-24
Adaptive Recreation ...... 25
Centerbrook Golf Course ... 26
Pool Special Events ....... 27
Swim Activities .......... 28-29
Hours and Rates 30
Registration Information ... 31
Class Locations .......... 32
Recreation Office
569-3400
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CHILD CARE SERVICE - MIN. AGE 4 MONTHS Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swim suits;
The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for persons attending sor , we are not responsible.
classes or observing swim lessons 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 DEEP WATER WORKOUT
classes.) The "PLAY CORNER" will be open, Mondays through Deep water workout, the latest in aqua exercise! Using a
June 9 and Thursdays through June 12 to accommodate spring floatation belt, this class combines conditioning, aerobic exercise
classes. Check with child care providers for exact times. Beginning and water jogging for an excellent over all body workout!
Tuesday, June 17, hours will be Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 -11 a.m. Swimming skills are not required, but participants should be
After classes or swimming, parents are invited to relax in our comfortable in deep water. It is great for all fitness levels and can
concession area before picking up their child. If you need further easily be modified for a lower or higher intensity workout. If you
information, call 56 -3400. are looking for a new or different experience in water exercise, try
this class! (Passes are also available for purchase.) Floatation belts
SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE are furnished or you may bring your own aqua vest. No class June
This is a fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years 30, July 1 & 3. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #'s 12, 14;
and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.) You do Kathy #13.
not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. If you are Classes once a week, $22.00/11 Sessions
registering for the first time, please furnish your doctor's name and # Day Begins Time Location
number. No class June 30, July 3, & 5. Classes 50 min. Instructor 12 Mon. June 9 7:00 a.m. CC
Vicki. Classes once a week, $20.00110 Sessions
Classes once a week, $14.50 /11 Sessions 13 Tues. June 17 7:00 p.m. North View
# Day Begins Time Location 14 Thurs. June 19 6:00 p.m. North View
1 Mon. June 9 8:00 a.m. CC
2 Thurs. June 12 7:00 a.m. CC FITNESS & AEROBIC CLASSES
Classes once a week, $12.50/9 Sessions
3 Sat. June 14 9:00 a.m. CC XChild care available for Tuesday and Thursday morning
classes. See Child care.
SENIOR DROP -IN CARDS XAII aerobic classes offer complete and effective conditioning
If your summer schedule needs some flexibility, the drop -in card is for muscles, heart and lungs.
for you. Cards may be purchased for any aqua or fitness classes XClasses include warmups, aerobic movements, muscle group
which do not reach the maximum enrollment by May 12. A one work and cool down stretching.
time pass may be purchased for a visiting friend for any of the XWear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes.
classes, including the ones which have filled. Cards are non- XAII classes are COED.
transferable, non - refundable and have an expiration date. XFitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per week.
CARD OPTIONS This can be a combination of classes or classes and walking,
#4 1 Class $1.75 swimming, biking, etc.
#5 6 Classes 9.00 XClasses are 50 minutes in length unless noted in the class
#6 8 Classes 10.00 description.
#7 10 Classes 15.00
XExercise in air conditioned comfort.
AQUA EXERCISE - COED
Exercise in water for better health and trimmer figure. You do not LEARN TO BE AN AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR -NEW
need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Enjoy a Instructors are in demand in the metro area! A new training
pleasant and invigorating exercise experience done to music. workshop is being offered for future instructors with little or no
Some aerobics will also be included. No class July 1, 3 & 5. teaching experience or class participants interested in getting more
Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #'s 8, 10, 11; Kathy #9. from their workout. You will receive information on safe and
Classes once a week, $19.50 /11 Sessions effective exercise biomechanics, easy choreography combinations
# Day Begins Time Location and techniques, music selection, cueing and smooth transitions.
8 Thurs. June 12 8:00 a.m. CC This course will fuel you up with new ideas for a fun and healthy
Classes once a week, $18.00/10 Sessions new lifestyle in fitness and aerobics. Our instructor, Deb Eldridge,
9 Tues. June 17 6:00 p.m. North View has been teaching and training exercise instructors for 18 years.
10 Thurs. June 19 7:00 p.m. North View (Comprehensive study guide included.) Registration Fee $95.00/6
Classes once a week, $16.00/9 Sessions Sessions. Classes 2 hours.
11 Sat. June 14 10:00 a.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location
15 Tues. July 15 6:00 p.m. CC
10
Adult Activities continued
COLLEGE STUDENT FITNESS SPECIAL
FITNESS DROP -IN -CARD By showing your current college identification card or fee
Want to exercise but... statement, you may register for selected aerobic and aqua classes
It's too hot outside. at 15% off the regular rate. This special applies to academic,
technical, vocational and trade school full time students. See class
You want to bring a guest? #'s 8 -25 & 28 -32 for description, location and time.
You can't commit to a summer exercise schedule.
It's raining and you can't play golf!
Just p assing thro town. ADV. BEGINNING LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
p g g Not to be taken lightly! Easy to follow, hands -on instruction and
Does your schedule demand flexibility?M! Here's a perfect low impact, too ... easy on your joints. No class June 30.
solution for you; design your own schedule!! This option is ideal Registration Fee $19.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor
for people who want to exercise but whom cannot commit to the Vicki.
same class every week., Cards are non - transferable, non- # Day Begins Time Location
refundable and may be used only during the summer session. 28 Mon. June 16 7:00 p.m. CC
Sometimes circumstances beyond our control require us to cancel
a class or change location; therefore, it is the responsibility of the LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
individual to check the current schedule. Senior adult discounts do This low impact class is at a little faster pace - fun - challenging.
not apply. Now there's no reason not to exercise with us! Receive all the benefits of a good workout without the jumping and
CARD OPTIONS jarring of high impact aerobics. Class #29 will have S min. of
#16 20 Classes 35.00 step. No class June 30 & July 1. Registration Fee $19.50/11
#17 15 Classes 30.00 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Vicki #29; Bev #30.
#18 12 Classes 24.00 # Day Begins Time Location
#19 10 Classes 22.50 29 Mon. June 16 6:00 p.m. CC
#20 8 Classes 20.00 30 Tues. June 17 9:15 a.m. CC
#21 5 Classes 12.50 AEROBIC /STEP COMBO
#22 4 Classes 10.00 This class combines our regular low impact aerobic class with the
#23 3 Classes 8.25 hottest and newest trend of step aerobics. There will be a 10 minute
#24 2 Classes 5.50 warm up, 15 minutes of low impact aerobics, 10 -15 minutes of
#25 1 Cla 2.75 step, followed by cool down and abdominal work. Stationary steps
.....•;<;::<;.:,:< - -- provided. Bonus passes and drop -in cards may be used on step
.... .........
availability basis. No class July 3. Registration Fee $21.50/11
AEROBIC FITNESS Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Deb.
Offered again this summer, this class is a combination of low # Day Begins Time Location
impact aerobics and fitness & fun. The class is designed to improve 31 Thurs. June 19 6:00 p.m. CC
flexibility, muscle tone and the cardiovascular system at a level safe
and comfortable for you. No class July 3. Registration Fee
$14.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev. LOWER HALF WORKOUT
# Day Begins Time Location This class will strengthen and tone all muscle groups from the
26 Thurs. June 19 9:15 a.m. CC waist down. The emphasis will be on
abdominal, thigh and buttock areas. No
FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+ aerobics will be done; exercises done to music.
For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise who want Dress comfortably. For participants who want
a gentle, low stress workout. Time marches on, but if we keep our a more extensive workout, sign up for
sense of humor and exercise, we can feel and look better. Using Aerobic /Step Combo too. See class #31. No
music of the big band era, this class will strive to improve class July 3. Registration Fee $12.00/11
flexibility, muscle tone and the vascular system at a level safe and Sessions. Classes 30 min. Instructor Deb.
comfortable for you. Although this is a program directed # Day Begins Time Location
towards individuals 55 years and older, interested individuals 32 Thurs. June 19 7:00 p.m. CC
of variable ages may attend on a space available basis. Wear
loose fitting clothes and tennis shoes. No class July 1.
Registration Fee $14.50/11 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor AEROBICS/FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
Bev. Experienced person needed to teach at the beginner & intermediate
# Day Begins Time Location low impact level. $13- 20/hour depending on education and
27 Tues. June 17 10:15 a.m. CC experience.
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MINI -500 TOURNAMENT
BODY FAT TESTING & FITNESS ANALYSIS Minimum age 18. No pre -sign up, just bring a partner. Cost of $3
This NEW process is designed for all fitness levels! Our NEW per person, includes coffee, treats, expenses and prizes. All players
body fat testing service uses near - infrared light and a mini- agree to abide by the rules of the tournament. Tournaments are run
computer to measure body fat within 1 % accuracy! EASY! (It's by Senior Adult Volunteers on Saturday, May 17, July 19 and
like having blood pressure taken without the pressure.) Body fat is August 16, 12:30 -3:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn Center Community
a more valid measure of health than weight, height, and tape Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. On May 18 there will be a
measurements. Less body fat means less risk for heart disease and swim meet, allow extra time for parking. Take part in the EARLE
back injury. After having your body fat tested, the next step is the BROWN DAYS Festival MINI 500 TOURNAMENT on Friday,
fitness analysis. The computer takes the information and sets up a June 27. Same time and place. Park and enter on the lower level.
week by week goal program for weight and body fat reduction. You In case of inclement weather, call 569 -3400.
will learn specific information regarding your personal calorie
intake and exercise requirements to reach your target in a
computer - generated realistic number of weeks. With the Update .Join the
Fitness Analysis, you can measure your progress quarter to quarter
as your body fat goes down and your lean tissue goes up. Your Community Center
testing consultation will be with an R.N. Registration Fee
$10.00 /1 Session Fitness Club
# Day Date Time Location
33 Mon. June 16 6:30 p.m. CC Purchase a membership for the Brooklyn Center Community
34 Thurs. June 19 6:30 p.m. CC Center pool, exercise room and sauna and receive free passes to
UPDATE FITNESS ANALYSIS drop in to exercise classes offered through the recreation
division.
For those who previously used the Body Fat and Fitness Analysis Exercise classes are scheduled year
service. The computer will plot your progress and take into account round at the community center and
if you have increased your exercise frequency, intensity and time. various neighborhood schools.
Registration Fee $5.00/1 Session.
# Day Date Time Location There are classes for the beginner
35 Mon. June 16 7:15 p.m. CC to the advanced.
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36 Thurs. June 19 7:15 p.m. CC <`
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POTTERY the community center staff person
The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and hand will give you the appropriate
building. The community center offers a unique opportunity to number of free passes based on the
practice your new skills by including in the registration fee clay for type of membership purchased and
projects, unlimited practice time and firing fees. Bring a workshirt a list of current exercise classes. The free passes can be used for
to the first class. Please allow about $6 to purchase tools. No one year from issue date and can be used at all fitness classes
classes the weeks of July 21 & 28. Registration Fee $61.00/8 that have not reached their maximum capacity.
Sessions. Classes 2% hours. Instructor Karen.
# Day Begins Time Location Child care is offered for weekday morning classes held at the
37 Mon. June 30 6:30 p.m. CC community center.
38 Tues.. July 1 6:30 p.m. CC
Note: Sometimes circumstances beyond our control require
us to cancel a class or change locations, therefore, it is the
LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES responsibility of the individual to check the current schedule
Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at the or call the recreation division before attending class.
community center or have had previous experience and are familiar Membership Purchased Passes Received
with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited basis other 1 Month 1 Free Pass
than class time, and students may have pieces fired in the seven 3 Month 3 Free Passes
week period. The lab program is designed for individuals who want
to work independently. Clay may be purchased at the community 6 Month 6 Free Passes
center. Arrange your own time to work in the lab during the seven 1 Year 12 Free Passes
weeks. No instruction. Starting week corresponds with pottery Attend the same class or try different ones!
class schedule at the community center. Registration Fee $37.00/8 For more information, call the Brooklyn Center Recreation
weeks for new lab students. Division at 569 -3400
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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 ACCEPTED IMMEDIATELY by mail or in
person, no phone registrations. 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.
June 23- Discover the Minnesota Zoo - Our customized August 21 -Fanny Hill Theatre & The Lovely Liebowitz<'
Senior Sampler will begin with a private exotic animal z ?: Sisters -If you're a fan of the music and comedy of the 40's, you Y''•.
demonstration. This entertaining session includes time for all your won't want to miss this special treat at Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre.
questions and even a photo opportunity! Be among the first to see This musical comedy revue is loosely based on the Andrew Sisters.
the new home for dolphins and sharks in Discovery Bay. You can s> As always, we'll enjoy a wonderful lunch before the show!
even touch a shark! A 20 minute ' Registration begins June 2. Cost $41.50 /person includes
narrated tour on the climate controlled motorcoach, luncheon, theatre and escort. Approximate time
monorail gives a bird's eye view of
wild horses, camels, Siberian tigers and 10:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m. July 30, registration deadline. Trip 4634.
more. Take time for lunch at the Wild
Cafe, fast food stands or bring your
own. Cost $18.00 /person includes September 9 - Take Me Out To The Ballgame -Join us as
motorcoach, zoo admission, exhibits, .' we cheer the Minnesota Twins on to victory during an afternoon
Discovery Bay, Sky Trail tour and escort. Approximate time 8:45 game. Watch Paul Molitor, Chuck Knoblauch and newest Twin,
a.m. -3:30 p.m. June 11, registration deadline. Trip #631. Minnesota native Terry Steinbach, as they play the Oakland A's. <i
Seats are in section 135, rows 2 -4 (right in front of the bullpen).::::
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** Registration Begins June 2. Cost $15.00 /person includes
July 19 - Travel Back In Time -Upon arrival in Wayzata, see motorcoach, reserved lower deck seating and escort. Approximate
the beautiful James J. Hill Depot and flower gardens. Next, we '•, time 11:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Aug. 6, registration deadline. Trip
will board the Steamboat Minnehaha for a relaxing ride across f #635.
Lake Minnetonka. When we dock, there will be time to explore and * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * **
shop in the historic town of Excelsior. Lunch will be at Excelsior October -I Won't Dance - An Ordway Original. New York's .•'
Park Restaurant with three menu choices. Cost $25.00 /person <' finest cabaret artist Steve Ross recreates the genius of Fred Astaire
includes motorcoach, boat trip, lunch and escort. Approximate and Cole Porter in the intimate McKnight Theatre. Witty lyrics and
time 9:45 a.m. -2:45 p.m. July 2, registration deadline. Trip #632.:::':. unforgettable melodies linger with you long after the last twirl on
the dance floor. Eno such memories as "What Is This Thin
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Called Love ? ", "I've Got You Under My Skin," and "It's De-
lovely." Cost $32.00 /person includes motorcoach, matinee
reserved seating, performance, tax, 1 fi'
July 29- History Center -Our first stop will be at the History facility fee and escort. At the time of `I<
Center in St. Paul. We'll be greeted and take part in the Heritage brochure publication, the exact date .'
program, visit Homeplace Minnesota, then explore the rest of the of the performance could not be
museum and the gift shops. From there, we're off for lunch at the guaranteed. We will be attending a
Carousel Restaurant. We will have a tasty buffet lunch while Saturday or Sunday matinee the
enjoying the wonderful view of the Mississippi. Cost weekend of Oct. 19 or 25. Watch for
$24.00 /person includes motorcoach, History Center fee, buffet information in the May Senior
lunch and escort. Approximate time 8:30 a.m. -3:15 p.m. July 9, Happenings or call 569 -3400 for
registration deadline. Trip #633. more information. August
registration deadline. Trip # 636.
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If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy Flesher, Program Supervisor 569-3405.
SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION - FRIDAY, MAY 9
A special time has been set aside for persons 62 years and older who want to register for adult activities listed in this brochure.
NUMBERS HANDED OUT WHEN THE DOOR OPENS AT 8:30 A.M. WITH REGISTRATION FOLLOWING. USE
ACCESSIBLE DOOR, LOWER LEVEL.
FITNESS & AQUA EXERCISE CLASSES IN CELEBRATION OF
For information, see pages 10 & 11. OLDER AMERICAN'S MONTH
Golden Extravaganza Luncheon-Tuesday May 6. Besides
SOCIAL CLUB great food, the afternoon features Robert ("Eddie") Robinson &
Leisure Time Club meets at the Brooklyn Center Community Mpls. Community Gospel Choir. The event takes place at the
Center. Meets Wednesdays for cards throughout the year from 11 popular Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center, banquet room,
a.m.-2 p.m. Birthdays are celebrated the first Wednesday with 5600 85th Ave. N. Tickets are only $13 which includes the
entertainment and refreshments. Bring your lunch, beverages entertainment, fun and a wonderful sit down luncheon. Space is
available. The monthly schedule is published in the Senior very limited! Transportation is available through the Five Cities.
Happenings. The club welcomes all senior adults. The party is 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To find out if the event is sold
out, call 569-3400.
Transportation available through the Five Cities Transportation Bingo Party-Thursday May
Program from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes and 15. You are invited to a very
homes. See Transportation. special parry sponsored and hosted
by VOLUNTEERS from
TRANSPORTATION D i N G 0 Target's employees Good
Mini coaches provide transportation to city sponsored activities, 14 3 4t Neighbor Program. The doors
grocery shopping and major shopping excursions from Brooklyn 51 LIS e �0�31 1 0�66 at 5:15 p.m. and it will be
30� 64 open
Center apartment complexes and homes. A donation of $1.50 /1-32 1 1 TC) 13 4 7 over at 8:00 p.m. There will be
round trip is asked; however, those unable to make a donation will 7sb S7 PRIZES, COFFEE, ROLLS &
not be turned away. For information about the Five Cities FUN. Reservation may be made by
Transportation Program, call Rita 537-4534 ext. 433. To make a calling on or before May 9, 569 -
reservation, call 537-0229. 3400. Limited seating. Admission: Please bring a non perishable
food item for area food shelves. This is a great opportunity for
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING seniors to help others during this celebration of Older American's
Month!!
Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Last Wednesday of each month, GIFT TRUNK
10-11:30 a.m. A craft club run by seniors who sell their handcrafted items.
CEAP Membership is limited to Brooklyn Center seniors or members of
6840 78th Ave. N, Brooklyn Park, Thursday, 10 a.m. -Noon. either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For information, call 569 -
West Fire Station 3405. Selected items are on display and are available for purchase
at the Brooklyn Center Community Center throughout the year.
6250 Brooklyn Blvd., Monday-Friday, 8-10 p.m.,
L Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. _ SWIMMING POOL - Reduced Rates!
SENIOR ANSWER LINE Senior adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center
This telephone information and referral service will help senior residents 62 years and older at a special rate for as low as $12 for
adults of Northwest Suburban Hennepin County locate needed one month or $32 for three months. Application may be made at
services close to home. Trained volunteers and staff will answer the community center desk. Non-residents and resident seniors not
interested in membership may swim at the low senior adult single
phones between 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday, 333-2433.
Sponsored by Senior Resources and affiliated with United Way, admission rate of $2.25 per time. We have a water slide for the
First Call For Help Network. grand kids! Call 569-3400 for height requirement, rates and hours
of operation.
TRIPS AND OUTINGS SENIOR TENNIS PLAYERS CLUB - STPC
For information, see Community Tripsters on page 13. We have over 1600 members, from beginners to pros. Free
MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS lessons for beginners. For more information, call Charlotte 474-
5873 or Marvin 975-1895.
For information, see page 12.
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IN FULL SWING JUNIOR SOFTBALL
Numbers 102 & 103 will meet on Successful for the last seven summers, we
# Wednesday & Friday for the FIRST WEEK are offering the program again for youth A .,
r going into grades 4 -6 as of fall 1997. This z
ONLY.
option is for participants with less softball
experience who are looking for an l "
July 28 is the last week of the season. instructional program with emphasis on n
hitting mastering the skills of throwing, hi g and
Weather permitting, INTER -PARK games will be played the fielding. The majority of the time will be
weeks of July 14 & 21. Each team could be scheduled at a spent playing softball. This is an excellent opportunity for the
different location 2 -3 times. Coaches are not permitted to young softball player to have a fun time while continuing to
transport children. develop good sportsmanship and softball skills. Please bring a
glove. Registration Fee $31.00. Program 1'/< hours.
Depending on the number of teams, a game may be # Days Begins Time Location
scheduled on a different day. 111 W &M June 11 7:00 p.m. Kylawn West
KICKIN' KIDS
Each participant will receive a T -shirt. For boys and girls going into grades K -3 as of fall 1997. This
instructional program is designed for children to have FUN while
If the registration minimum has not been met one week before LEARNING the fundamentals of soccer. The program will be filled
the starting date, a location will be cance with many fun activities so "kids" can learn the basic skills needed
to play soccer. Some inter -park scrimmages will be played the last
T -BALL AND MORE! two weeks. This will include two mornings on a different day and
For boys and girls going into kindergarten and first grade as of fall location. (Coaches are not permitted to transport children.) Each
1997. This fast paced activity class is for kids who like to run, "Kickin' Kid" will receive a t -shirt. The season runs June 10 -July
jump, throw, play games and have FUN! Children will LEARN the 31. Class #113 will meet on Wednesday and Friday for the FIRST
basic fundamentals of softball and good sportsmanship while also WEEK ONLY. Registration Fee $29.00. Classes 1 hour.
playing kickball and other sports related games and relays. At the # Days Begins Time Location
end of the season, INTER -PARK GAMES will be played. See 112 T &TH June 10 9:30 a.m. Willow Lane -P
information under "In Full Swing. Registration Fee $29.00. Classes 113 W &M June 11 9:30 a.m. Evergreen -P
1 hour.
# Days Begins Time Location
100 T &TH June 10 10:50 a.m. Kylawn West RAIN OUT POLICY
101 T &TH June 10 10:50 a.m. Central -P
102 W &M June 11 10:50 a.m. Evergreen North In case of rain outs, due to financial and time restraints, only one
103 W &M June 11 10:50 a.m. Evergreen South class or game will be made up. This applies to #'s 100 -113.
104 W &M June 11 6:00 p.m. Kylawn East
105 W &M June 11 6:00 p.m. Kylawn West
106 W &M June 11 6:00 p.m. Orchard Lane -P THE SPORTS CAMP
Sports Camp is for boys and girls who are going into grades 4 -7
"KIDS" INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL as of fall 1997. This popular specialized sports program
For boys and girls in grades 1 -3 as of fall 1997. This instructional emphasizes instruction, team work, good sportsmanship, and
program is designed for children to have FUN while LEARNING participation in a fun and relaxed environment. Basketball, flag
good sportsmanship, team work and the fundamentals of softball. football, frisbee golf, golf, volleyball, soccer, tennis and bowling
An evening game will also be scheduled for fans to enjoy. For #'s are some of the sports offered. All equipment is furnished. We will
109 -110, games will be played during the regular session. Please also play your favorite group games. For the last class July 31,
bring a glove. Register for the PARK location nearest your home. participants will meet at Earle Brown Bowl. Besides having a great
At the end of the season, INTER -PARK GAMES will be played. time, our goal is to establish the skills needed for success and
See information under "In Full Swing." Registration Fee $29.00. safety! Registration Fee $21.00/8 Weeks. Classes 1 hour.
Classes 1 hour. # Days Begins Time Location
# Days Begins Time Location 114 T &TH June 10 10:50 a.m. BCHS
107 T &TH June 10 9:30 a.m. Central -P
108 T &TH June 10 9:30 a.m. Evergreen LITTLE SPORTS CAMP
109 W &M June 11 7:05 p.m. Kylawn East For children ages 4 and 5. For information, see page 20.
110 W &M June 11 7:05 p.m. Orchard Lane
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DANCE CAMP -NEW SUMMER ARTS & CRAFTS ADVENTURE
For students in grades 2 -8 who have an interest in developing This fun arts & crafts class is back with all
and/or enhancing ballet, tap, creative dance and performing skills. new projects from previous years!
The first day students will be grouped according to skill level and Children in grades 1 -6 will enjoy creating c�
the dance skills introduced and reviewed will be according to each and working on different projects each
participant's ability. Time permitting, those who have mastered week. The first week students will use
dance basics will have an opportunity to choreograph a 2 -3 minute Sculpey white modeling compound to
routine. On the final day of class, students will have a "mini" recital create a sculpture of an animal, space
at noon. All students should wear a white t -shirt and dark bike creature, bird or comic character. Each child's project will be
shorts, tights or sweat pants for the program. During classes, different. To add just the right finishing touches, the projects will
students should wear clothing that allows for maximum movement. be painted. During session two, children will make a wood curio
Ballet or other slipper -type shoes can be worn for the ballet and shelf which is perfect for knick- knacks or to highlight your
creative dance segments and tap or other hard -soled shoes should treasures. It will look great in your room. Students will make a
be wom for the tap segment. (Tap and ballet shoes may be ordered standing mobile in session three. The patterns are traced onto
through the recreation division. Deadline to order shoes is May 23. aluminum sheets using a wood dowel. After cut, the mobile
Cost is ballet $10.50, girls tap $13.50, boys tap sizes 8 '/� - 12 pieces are decorated with beads and stipple work and are then
$19.50, boys tap sizes 12'/2 - Adult 6 $24.50.) Classes meet assembled. Time permitting, the beginning techniques of rubber
Monday & Wednesday evening and Saturday morning for two stamping will be taught. Registration Fee $17.00/3 Sessions.
weeks. Take one or both sessions. Registration Fee $30.00/6 Classes 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
Sessions. Instructors Rachel and Julia. # Day Begins Time Location
# Days Begins Time Location 122 Tues. June 17 9:30 a.m. East Fire Station
115 M,W& June 9 6 -7:30 p.m. North View 123 Tues. July 15 9:30 a.m. Willow Lane -P
Sat. 10 a.m. -Noon North View
116 M,W& July 14 6 -7:30 p.m. North View
Sat. 10 a.m. -Noon North View SPACE CREATURES IN THE KITCHEN
GYMNASTICS CAMP FOR GIRLS "May the force be with you" for a fun cooking adventure as we
prepare and sample foods you might find on the different planets in
Gymnastics Camp is for girls in grades 1 -5 the galaxy. Have you ever wondered what Martians eat? Create
who have an interest in developing your very own individual Martian Pizza. Maybe you will choose to
beginning and intermediate level gymnastics .. make one with three eyes or green cheese. Put on your favorite
skills. Students will be tested the first day toppings - cheese, hamburger, olives, pepperoni or mushrooms.
and will participate with other girls of a < You decide. We'll also make Martian milk shakes. Mmmmmm!
comparable skill level. Emphasis will be You'll love session two where you will design, build and eat your
placed on developing student's strengths, flexibility and own flying saucer, space castle or rocket ship using crackers,
coordination. Tumbling and apparatus fundamentals on all peanut butter and cheese. Add the finishing touches with licorice,
gymnastics equipment will be introduced according to M & M's, cereal, gum drops, chocolate chips and raisins. In
participant's ability. Classes meet twice a week. Registration Fee session three, we will make "out of this world" cookies such as
$28.50/6 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Lisa & Kim. Peanut Butter Meteors, Martian Cookies, Space Chips and Space
# Days Begins Time Location Critters. Wear old clothes and bring an apron or old shirt. No class
117 T &TH June 17 10:00 a.m. North View July 3. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $16.50/3 Sessions.
118 T &TH June 17 12:15 p.m. North View Classes 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
119 T &TH July 8 10:00 a.m. North View # Day Begins Time Location
120 T &TH July 8 12:15 p.m. North View 124 Thurs. June 19 1:00 P.M. CC
POM POM GIRLS KITCHEN SPACE CREATURES - Kindergarten
Pom Porn Girls is a fun danceline and cheerleading class designed "May the force be with you' for a fun cookie adventure. Have you
just for girls in grades 1 -6. Participants will learn some easy dance ever wondered what Martian treats are like? We will bake, eat and
movements and basic cheers. Girls will also learn a fun routine, take home "out of this world" cookies such as Peanut Butter
just like the high school dancelines. The last session will be Meteors, Martian Cookies, Space Chips and Space Critters. Don't
highlighted with a performance for family and friends. Registration forget to wear old clothes and bring your appetite. For children
Fee $15.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Classes meet twice a week. entering Kindergarten this fall. Registration Fee $6.00/1 Session.
Instructor Julia. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane.
# Days Begins Time Location ## Day Date Time Location
121 M &W June 23 6:50 p.m. North View 125 Thurs. July 17 1:00 P.M. CC
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SUMMER DAY CAMP - AUGUST 5 -7
ADVENTURES IN CRITTERVILLE Day camp is designed to offer girls and boys in grades 1 -6 a
Something fishy is going on this summer. In this fun class, you will structured program with a group their own
create a brightly colored fish and watch it come to life. Using paint, age. Camp cooking, nature activities,
markers, printing materials and a special glaze, your fish will games, songs and arts and crafts are all
glisten like it just jumped out of the water. Participants will also part of the fun. There will be all new
make a wooden fish key chain. A special highlight will be goldfish activities from last year. Children will be
races. Please check on registration form if child may take their under the supervision of the 1997 summer
goldfish home. Fish bowl is not provided. We'll also make and eat recreation staff. Campers should bring a
a snack. Dress for the weather and wear old clothes and shoes. For lunch on Aug. 5 and 6, beverage
grades K -6. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. provided. A cookout is planned for Aug.
Instructor Diane. 7. A snack will be provided each day. Day camp will be held at
# Day Date Time Location East Palmer Park. Bus pickups begin at 8:15 a.m. at the
126 Wed. July 23 9:30 a.m. East Palmer -P following parks: Grandview, Kylawn, Evergreen, Orchard Lane,
127 Thurs. July 31 9:30 a.m. Northport -P Willow Lane and West Palmer. Please indicate bus pick up
location on registration slip. Must be a minimum of six children.
CREATIVE MEMORIES BOOK Bus will return approximately 3:15 -3:30 p.m. Deadline to
Bring your photos, cards and other stuff you've collected. Students register is July 25, space permitting. No refunds issued after July
will design a creative memory book for a lifetime of enjoyment. 25. Registration Fee $23.00/3 Days.
Maybe you would like to make a memory book of your school year # Days Dates Location
or a book about that great baseball, dance or music season. It is 131 T,W,TH Aug. 5 -7 East Palmer Park
your book! Students must bring pictures and whatever else they
would like to put in their book. The book, pages, markers, stickers EXPLORER'S DAY CAMP - AUGUST 12 -14
and rubber stamp supplies will be provided. A copy of the project Boys and girls in grades 2 -6 will have an opportunity to canoe,
is on display at the community center. For grades 2 -6. hike, cook outdoors, and study nature
Registration Fee $8.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Diane. creatures. We'll be doing different
# Day Date Time Location activities from last year. Explorers will
128 Tues. July 8 10:00 a.m. Garden City-S swim and use water slide at the
community center on Aug. 14. Bring your
SUMMER COMPUTER CLUB suit and towel. Children will be under the
Come have fun while learning new supervision of the 1997 summer .
things on the computer. Under the c
recreation staff. Everyone should bring a
guidance of instructor, students will lunch Aug. 12, beverage provided. Cookouts are planned for
explore math, science and language Aug. 13 & 14. A snack will be provided each day. Explorer's
games. We will also learn how to make Day Camp will be conducted at East Palmer Park on Aug. 12 &
signs and banners using Print Shop. For 13. Bus pickups begin at 8:15 a.m. at the following parks:
grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $14.00/6 i Grandview, Kylawn, Evergreen, Orchard Lane, Willow Lane and
Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor West Palmer. Please indicate bus pick up location on registration
Jeanne. slip. Must be a minimum of six children. Bus will return
# Days Begins Time Location approximately 3:15 -3:30 p.m. Deadline to register is Aug. 1,
129 T &TH June 10 9:30 a.m. Garden City-S space permitting. No refunds issued after Aug. 1. Registration
130 T &TH July 15 9:30 a.m. Garden City-S Fee $25.00/3 Days.
# Days Dates Location
PARK DROP -IN 132 T,W,TH Aug. 12 -14 East Palmer Park
For children in grades K -6. For information, see page 19.
TENNIS LESSONS
KID'S CARNIVAL For grades 3 -6. For information, see page 23.
Kid's Carnival is back and its better than ever. Carnival booths will
include the fish pond, candy walk, face painting, spin art, lollipop JOB OPPORTUNITIES
tree and duck pond Refreshments will be sold. Parents and kids of WORKING WITH CHILDREN
all ages are invited to have fun as they spend some pennies, nickels
and dimes. Booths are priced from 4 -10 cents. Kid's Carnival will Soccer Instructor, Sports Camp Instructor, T -ball & Softball':
be held from 1 -3 p.m. on Friday, July 18 in Central Park located Instructor, Drop -In Center Leader and Puppetry Leader. Hourly i.
behind the community center. Don't miss this popular event. wage range: $5.15 completed 10th grade - $7.75, based on college
Day Date Time Location degree and experience working with children. For information,
Fri. July 18 1:00 p.m. Central Park call Kathy at 569 -3400
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CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY
WITH US
n -:00 Your child's birthday is a very
1 import ant event. For an extra special SUMMER CONDITIONING
day, plan a swimming party! Small This is a total physical fitness class for grades 8 -12. Activities
groups s 20 or less are invited to
b'r P � ) include daily stretching exercises to increase
reserve a room for the party. There is flexibility, weight - training to build strength,
t no charge for the room and the plyometric exercises to improve running
= birthday child receives free admission speed and cardiovascular endurance training
to the pool and use of water slide. To for the heart-lung system. Classes meet
make a reservation, please call 569 -3400. Monday- Friday. Sign up for either four or
eight weeks. Program utilizes the weight
SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM - Begins June 16 facilities at Park Center High School, one of
Youth, ages 8 -14, may bowl free again this summer at Earle Brown the state's finest. Open to male and female athletes entering grades
Bowl and Lynbrook Bowl. Participants may bowl one game per 8 -12. Grades 11 -12 #200; grades 8 -10 #201. Registration Fee
day at no cost. Students may swim and use the water slide at the $45/4 weeks, $55/8 weeks. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Park
community center on Mondays. For those riding the bus, the rates Center Coaches.
on this special day are $1 for sw immin g and $1 for the water slide. # Days Begins Time Location
Must be a minimum of 52" to use water slide. On Wednesdays the
200 M -F June 16 8:00 a.m. Park Center
bus will drop children at the Brookdale
Library. Bus service will be provided 201 M -F June 16 10:30 a.m. Park Center
twice a week between neighborhoods to
the bowling centers, the Brooklyn Center ' JR HIGH FASTPITCH SOFTBALL
Community Center swimming pool and I For grades 7 -9 during the 1996 -97 school year. This camp is
Brookdale Library. The summer youth designed to give players the opportunity to learn and practice the
program is sponsored by Brooklyn skills of fast pitch softball. Skills to be covered will include
Center Crime Prevention Fund, Brooklyn bunting, hitting, pitching, base running, throwing mechanics and
Center Recreation Division, Brookdale defensive skills. Time will be spent developing individual as well
Library, Earle Brown Bowl and as team skills. Day and time of class to be announced. For more
Lynbrook Bowl. Watch for more information in City Watch and the information, call Joe at 569 -3382.
Sun Post. Flyers will also be distributed to schools in late May.
GIRL'S SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
CERTIFIED LIFEGUARDS Ages 12 -18 as of Aug. 31, 1997. Registration deadline for sign-up
Flexible work schedules and pay rates starting from $7.05- is June 1. Fee $28 per person which includes a t -shirt.
$7.40/hour. Certification requirments: Current Lifeguard Training
Certification, C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer, Standard First # 368 Ages 12 -14
Aid. Call Craig at 569 -3317.
# 369 Ages 15 -16
# 370 Ages 17 -18
KID'S BOY'S SLOWPI TCH SOFTBALL
FISHING CONTEST Form your own team or call 569 -3382 to be placed on a team.
Begins early June. Fee $28 per person which includes a t -shirt.
Register by June 1.
r : In conjunction with Earle Brown
Days, the fishing contest will be
held from 10 a.m. -Noon on # 366 Division 1: Ages 14 -16 as of August 1, 1997
Sat., June 28 at Shingle Creek # 367 Division 2: Ages 17 -18 as of August 1, 1997
near the community center.
Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in four TEEN TENNIS LESSONS
different fish categories. FREE! Check in begins at 9:45 a.m. next For information, see page 23.
to the community center parking lot. Children must supply their
own rod and reel and bait. For ages 12 and under. - - -- -
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6 WEEKS OF FREE FUN
I - 3:30 P.M.
Children in grades K -6 are invited to "drop -in" at the location nearest them for some great activities. Be part of the games,
tournaments and special events! With input from you, the participant, our qualified summer staff will plan these and other
exciting events during the summer. There will also be plenty of free time to check out board games, box hockey, balls, jacks
and frisbees.
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY - JUNE 16 - JULY 23
#133 BELLVUE ....................55th & Aldrich Ave.
# 134 BROOKLANE .......... 65th & Brooklyn Blvd.
#135 WEST PALMER ..... 71 st & Palmer Lake Dr.
4136 WILLOW LANE.......... 69th & Orchard Ave.
TUESDAY & THURSDAY - JUNE 17 - JULY 24
#137 EVERGREEN ......... 72nd & Bryant Ave. N.
#138 GRANDVIEW .... 59th & Humboldt Ave. N.
#139 KYLAWN ....... ...........................61st & Kyle
#140 NORTHPORT ................55th & Sailor Lane
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE
Children in grades K -6 who are registered. (Minimum age kindergarten in the fall.) Children are supervised only while at the Park
Drop -In area. The participants may come and go at their own discretion. Parents are expected to set their own guidelines for their
children. The summer Park Drop -In staff will not assume this responsibility. Park Drop -In activity fliers are available from the
staff on a weekly basis and are posted at the Brooklyn Center Community Center.
HOW TO REGISTER
Parents must register their children wishing to participate. There is no fee for the program except for the optional craft offered
once a week. Craft fee $1 per child per week.
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THREE EASY WAYS TO REGISTER
-[Parents may register in advance at the Brooklyn Center Community Center.
-[Parents are invited to come with their children to the park on the first day from 1 -2 p.m.,
meet the staff and register.
(Board game check out from 1 -2 p.m., activities 2 -3:30 p.m.)
-[Children may also pick up the form at the park and bring it back signed
on the first day they wish to participate in the activities.
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SUMMER PRESCHOOL - NEW PRESCHOOL I GYMNASTICS
Children must be 3' /z years old by July 31, 1997 and be toilet Preschool Gymnastics is for boys and girls ages 3'/z - 5. (Children
trained. Summer fun and creativity are emphasized each week must be 3% by June 1, 1997 in order to register for this class.)
around a special theme. During this six week program, children are Basic gymnastics and exercises are designed to improve child's
encouraged to use their imaginations in crafts, motor skills and coordination. Class activities include tumbling and
music, games and other group socialization
an introduction to the balance beam, bars and vault. Students must
activities while enjoying the companionship of -y "z be able to do all skills before advancing to Preschool II. Class ratio
other preschoolers. No classes June 30 & July '., 8 students/instructor. Registration Fee $17.00/6 Sessions. Classes
2. Registration fee $25.00/6 weeks. Classes 1 `/z �(¢ ° s ' : 45 min. Instructor Lisa.
hours. The teacher Miss J. is a certifiedi °; # Day Begins Time Location
elementary education teacher. 509 Tues. June 17 9:00 a.m. North View
# Days Begins Time Location
506 M &W June 17 9:45 a.m. Garden City PRESCHOOL IUKINDERGARTEN GYMNASTICS
For preschool children ages 4 and up who have passed Preschool
FALL PRESCHOOL 1997 -98 - New Minimum Age I Gymnastics and kindergarten children with little or no gymnastics
Registration for the 1997 fall preschool will be accepted until experience. Children will learn more advanced moves on the low
classes fill. The preschool program at the Brooklyn Center balance beam, tumbling and bars. Class ratio 8 students /instructor.
Community Center is for children 3 - 5 years old. Children must be Registration Fee $17.00/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor
3 by September 1, 1997 and be toilet trained. (Children turning 3 Lisa.
may be placed on a waiting list for winter and spring sessions.) The # Day Begins Time Location
program emphasizes group socialization, music, art, science and 510 Thurs. June 19 9:00 a.m. North View
community awareness. Your child will learn numbers, colors,
games stressing coordination, finger plays and stories will be read. TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE
Field trips and parent programs are also part of the program. Children will have an opportunity to participate in beginning
Children may participate once a week by registering for a Monday creative dance movements. This is a great class for the beginner
or Friday class. The fee is for the 12 week fall session. If you dancer. There will be a short demonstration the last day. For
should fmd it necessary to request a refund after registering, there preschool children who will be at least 3' /z years old by June 1,
will be a $25 administration charge. Teacher, Mrs. B. and assistant 1997. Registration Fee $14.00/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Classes
teacher, Mrs. K. meet twice a week. Instructor Julia.
# Day Begins Time Cost # Days Begins Time Location
500 Mon. Sept. 8 9:30 -11:30 a.m $59 511 M &W June 23 6:00 p.m. North View
501 Mon. Sept. 8 12:30 -2:30 p.m. $59
502 Fri. Sept. 5 9:30 -11:30 a.m. $59 PUPPET PLAYHOUSE
503 T &Th Sept. 4 9:00 -10:30 a.m. $87 Thanks to the Brooklyn Center Lions Club, the City of Brooklyn
504 T &Th Sept. 4 10:45 -12:15 a.m. $87 Center has a spectacular Puppet Playhouse. The traveling Puppet
505 T &Th Sept. 4 1:00 -3:00 p.m. $115 Playhouse program returns for another entertaining season at each
PARK listed, except where noted below. Pack a snack or lunch and
PLEASE NOTE! come see your favorite puppet friends. It is recommended that an
In the preschool programs, children may get paint, glue, food or adult accompany preschoolers during the shows. The season begins
other art media on their clothing and shoes. The recreation the week of June 16 and runs through July 31. A special evening
division recommends participants dress in old play clothes. performance on Tuesday, July 22, 7 p.m. will be offered through
the Entertainment in The Park series in Central Park. All
performances are '/z hour and are free.
LITTLE SPORTS CAMP - NEW Monday Tuesd
y
A special sports sampler camp for 4 and 5 year olds. This East Palmer 10:00 a.m. Garden City-S 10:00 a.m.
specialized sports program introduces children to a variety of Kylawn 11:00 a.m. Lions 11:00 a.m.
sports and fun skill building games. Activities will include whiffle Northport Noon Brookdale Library Noon
t -ball, basketball, golf, track, bowling and tumbling. The camp will Happy Hollow 1:00 P.M. Bellvue 1:00 P.M.
teach your child good basic skills and sportsmanship needed for Wednesday Thursday
success and safety. Registration Fee $15.00/7 Weeks. Classes 1 Riverdale 10:00 a.m. Orchard Lane 10:00 a.m.
hour. Instructor Kim. Evergreen 11:00 a.m. Willow Lane 11:00 a.m.
# Day Begins Time Location Firehouse Noon West Palmer Noon
507 Mon. June 16 6:00 p.m. North View Grandview 1:00 P.M. Freeway 1:00 P.M.
508 Tues. June 17 2:30 p.m. North View For maximum enjoyment by all, we ask that dogs be kept at
home and bikes be parked to the side of the audience.
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Brooklyn Center
Programs be at 7
Tuesday, June 17 Reuben Ristrom and The Bourbon Street Boys* - Dixieland jazz band
Tuesday, June 24 The Rockin' Hollywood s - The hottest 50's group in the Twin Cities area
Tuesday, July I Brooklyn Community Band - Band music at its finest
Tuesday, July 8 Beasley Big Band* - Big band music from the 30's & 40's
Tuesday, July 15 Koncar Brothers Band* - Polka, variety
Tuesday, July 22 Brooklyn Center Puppet Playhouse* - Children will see some of their favorite puppets &
Strawberry Jam* - Familiar & traditional children's songs
Tuesday, July 29 Whitewater Bluegrass* - Blend of progressive & traditional bluegrass music
Tuesday, August 5 Zuhrah Flames* - Big band music
Tuesday, August 12 Sweet Adelines* - Twin Cities chorus featuring show tunes, pop music
Tuesday, August 19 Wayne Renn Band* - Contemporary country music
Central Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (located behind the community center).
� Central Park is accessible to persons with disabilities.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket. � Refreshments will be sold.
*In case of rain, program will be held in Constitution Hall at the community center.
Schedule is subject to change;
call Brooklyn Center Recreation Division 569-3400
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Sunday, June 22 Sunday, June 29
1 -4:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A Day At The Farm Open House, Earle Brown Heritage *Classic Car Show, Swap Meet & Toy Show, Earle
Center. Tours, historic displays, exhibits. Brown Heritage Center. Rods, customs, muscle cars,
trucks, street machines, classics. Spectators welcome.
Thursday, June 26 Admission $4 /person. Toy show indoors.
6:30 - 9 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p. m.
Parade, 59th & Dupont to 69th & Dupont. 110 units Arts & Crafts Fair, Central Park. Handcrafted items,
including bands, floats, marching &novelty. food vendors, entertainment, demonstrations.
2:30 p. m.
Friday, June 27 *Junior Ambassador Coronation, Earle Brown Heritage
12 - 3:30 p.m. Center.
*Mini -500 Tournament, Community Center. For adults. 7 - 7.45 p. m.
Will Hale &The Tadpole Parade, Central Park.
1 -4 p.m
*Mini Golf & Swim, Community Center. With paid pool 8 -10 p.m.
admission, enjoy a free round of mini golf. "Fabulous" HiTops, Central Park. Music of the 50's,
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 60's, 70's, 80's & 90's.
Ice Cream Social &Entertainment, Brookdale. 10
Fireworks, Central Park. Don't miss this spectacular
fireworks display.
Saturday, June 28
8 a.m. start time: 7 a.m. registration
*10K & 2 Mile Walk/Run, Central Park trail at NW EVENT SITES:
corner of Cty RD 10 (Bass Lk Rd) & Shingle Creek Pkwy. *Brooklyn Center Community Center & Central Park,
10 a.m. -Noon 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Kids' Fishing Contest, Shingle Creek in back of *Brookdale Center, Hwy 100 & County Rd. 10.
community center. For ages 12 & under. Prizes. *Earle Brown Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Dr.
10 a.m. - 6,2.m.
Arts & Crafts Fair, Central Park. Handcrafted items,
food vendors. *Denotes admission fee.
Noon - I Vim. Other Earle Brown Days festival events are FREE!
Picnic, Central Park. Pack your own or buy from food
vendors. '
Noon - 2 p. m.
Police Safety Day, Central Park. Emergency vehicles, fire Earle Brown Days Festival
truck, state patrol, canine demo. Hotline - 569 -3400.
2 - 3: 30 p. m.
Old Fashioned Games & Contests, Central Park. Water ! BROOK
ballon toss, penny scramble, shoe kick, relay races &
'more. Prizes & gift certificates to winners. Door prizes.
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
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KID'S BEGINNING TENNIS LESSONS ADULT TENNIS LEAGUES
Beginning instruction for grades 3 -6. Students will learn the The communities of Brooklyn Center,
forehand, backhand, serving, court rules, etiquette and scoring. Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope,
Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. Classes meet twice a Plymouth and Robbinsdale are offering
week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $20.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 adult tennis leagues. League play starts x
hour. Beginning #'s 359, 360, 362; Intermediate Vs 361, 363. the week of June 9. Evening leagues play
# Days Begins Time Location once a week for 7 -10 weeks. Morning
359 M &W June 16 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P league plays twice a week for 5 -6 weeks.' x
360 M &W June 16 11:45 a.m. Grandview -P Court sites will be assigned in the above fa''
361 M &W July 14 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P listed communities dependent on each
362 M &W July 14 11:45 a.m. West Palmer -P league's participants. Each player will
363 M &W July 14 4:00 p.m. BCHS receive a schedule for matches. Matches can be changed by calling
your opponent and making arrangements to play another day or
TEEN TENNIS LESSONS time. NEW this year will be a forfeit/no show policy. (This means
Instruction for students in grades 7 -12. Students will learn basic not contacting your opponent.) After two reported times, you will
ground strokes, serves and volley techniques. Bring your own be removed from the league. The USTA National Tennis Rating
racquet; balls are furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 Program will be offered free to league registrants. All participants
weeks. Registration Fee $20.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. in the league need to attend the national rating clinic on Sat. May
Beginning #364; Intermediate #365. 31 or have a USTA rating sent in with registration.
# Days Begins Time Location
364 M &W June 16 5:05 p.m. BCHS Clinic will be held at Brookview Tennis Courts, Golden Valley,
365 M &W July 14 5:05 p.m. BCHS corner of HWY. 55, just south on Winnetka. Call 512 -2345 to
reserve your rating time.
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
Instruction for adults. Intermediate students must have had Must sign up with a partner.* We assign a new partner each
previous lessons and be familiar with basic swings, serves and match. ** Registration Deadline: May 27, registration begins
etiquette. Bring your own racquet; balls are Punished. Classes meet immediately at Brooklyn Center Community Center. Registration
twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee $20.00/6 Sessions. Fee $12.00 /per person. Leagues 3 hours.
Classes 1 hour. Beginning #366; Intermediate #367. # League Day(s) Time
# Days Begins Time Location 368 Women's Singles Tues. 6:00 p.m.
366 M &W June 16 6:10 p.m. BCHS 369 Mixed Doubles* Wed. 6:00 p.m.
367 M &W July 14 6:10 p.m. BCHS 370 Men's Singles Thurs. 6:00 p.m.
371 Women's Doubles ** Tues./Thurs. 9:00 a.m.
PLAY TENNIS AMERICA
Free Tennis Lesson TENNIS LESSONS
You already know about the great benefits tennis can bring you... The following tennis lessons are offered jointly with the Brooklyn
fun, fitness, friends... it's the sport for a life time! Park Recreation Dept. Registration accepted at the Brooklyn
Well now's the perfect opportunity for you Center Community Center. Registration Fee $26.00/4 lessons.
to get your friends and family into the Ages 7 -9 #372; Ages 10 -12 #373; Ages 13 -17 #374.
swing of things! New and former players :!!'1 # Day Begins Time Location
can receive a 90 minute group tennis lesson + 372 Tues. June 17 1:30 p.m. North View
for beginners.... absolutely FREE! Lessons } 373 Tues. June 17 2:30 p.m. North View
will be held at Brookview Tennis Courts in 374 Tues. June 17 3:30 p.m. North View
Golden Valley.
Saturday, May 31 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 8 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Y' SENIOR TENNIS PLAYERS CLUB - STPC
Saturday, July 19 9:30 -11:00 a.m. We have over 1600 members, from beginners to pros. Free
lessons for beginners. For more information, call Charlotte 474 -
Call 512 -2345 for more information or to register. After your 5873 or Marvin 975 -1895.
FREE lesson, you'll want to continue the fun of this lifetime sport,
so sign up for Play Tennis America lessons. Complete tennis
instruction for youth (10 -15 years) and adults (16 & up). In case of
inclement weather, call the weather line at 512 -2350 for status of
class.
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Special Activities continued
OUTDOOR SUMMER SAND VOLLEYBALL
The Brooklyn Center Recreation
25th
Division will again be offering the
popular adult summer volleyball league
program. If you are interested in
forming a team and participating in our
league, call Joe at 569 -3382 for more
information. ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR - Crafter Information
The 25th Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held Saturday,
November 1 at the spacious Park Center High School. If you are a
crafter and would like more information on exhibiting and fees, call
the recreation division at 569 -3400. Information, rules and an
application form will be mailed to you. Items must be handcrafted
by the crafter. A valid Minnesota seller's sales tax permit is
15TH ANNUAL required. Spaces are limited. Be part of our anniversary show!
MEN'S MAJOR NIT HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY - Summer Program
DUDLEYBUDWEISER MINNESOTA CLASSIC Hennepin County Library is committed to providing quality
Sponsored By EASTON interactive, educational, exciting programs for children all year -
Come and watch our state teams compete against national round. Eagerly anticipated by thousands of children each year,
powers for a berth in the USSSA World Series. Summer Program acquaints kids with the library, sparks new
June 20, 21, 22, Brooklyn Center Central Park interests, encourages leisure -time reading and introduces cultural
Admission: $7 /weekend pass; $3 /day and educational programming. Libraries will be hosting programs
from June 23 - August 15. Each library offers their own unique
For more information, call 569 -3400 a program for children including weekly film and video series, book
discussion groups and story times for special age groups, as well
as families. Live performances by local musicians, mimes,
magicians, jugglers and more round out the fun! Contact
Brookdale Area Library for more information, 6125 Shingle Creek
ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR - CRAFTERS NEEDED Parkway, 569 -3600.
Exhibitors are needed for the eighth annual Earle Brown Days
festival Arts & Crafts Fair. The fair will be held in Brooklyn Center BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND
Central Park on Sat. June 28 and Sun. June 29. Items must be Band is presenting its 35th season of summer concerts. New
handcrafted. Fee is $49.50 per booth space. To receive information members are welcome in all sections. Rehearsals are Monday ,
or an application, call Sue at 569 -3406. 7:30 -9 p.m. at North View: Band is co-
sponsored by the recreation departments of q
Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. If you have t !,
EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE questions, please call band director, Paul at 560 -
The Earle Brown Days Parade, sponsored by the Brooklyn Center 2941. Don't miss the Brooklyn Community
Lions Club, is scheduled for Thurs. June 26 at 6:30 p.m. The Band concert on Tuesday, July 1, 7 p.m.
parade route runs from 59th & Dupont to 69th & Dupont. This Brooklyn Center Central Park.
spectacular event has grown to be one of the top parades in the
State. If your organization would like to be a parade participant, DISCOVER ... PALMER LAKE NATURE AREA
call Sue at 569 -3406. Deadline to apply is May 15. Visit the Palmer Lake Nature Area located just east of 69th and
Xerxes. Consisting of more than 200 acres, the nature area has
both paved and wood chip trails, observation areas and ponds. The i
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES unique, natural characteristics provide a habitat for many types of
WORKING WITH CHILDREN plant, animal and aquatic life forms.
Soccer Instructor, Sports Camp Instructor, T -ball & Softball EUGENE H. HAGEL ARBORETUM
Instructor, Drop -In Center Leader and Puppetry Leader. Hourly The Arboretum consists of eight acres and is located at 61 st and
wage range: $5.15 completed 10th grade - $7.75, based on college Major. It is a unique facility with many plants, trees, flowers, birds
degree and experience working with children. For information, and a walking trail. It is open to the public.
call Kathy at 569 -3400. i
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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 listed 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.
Wednesday Night Social- Here's a fun Wednesday night social Teen Softball - Summer softball time is back for a fourth great
group that helps you meet new friends and experience new season. Program is for teens with disabilities ages 12 -18 years old.
activities. We meet at Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Learn softball skills and play games in this non competitive softball
Dr., 6:30 -8:30 p.m., June 25 - Aug. 13. Fee is $25. Staff ratio 1:8. program. No try outs and everyone will play! Softball meets
Register right away, don't miss out on all the summer fun! Tuesdays at a Brooklyn Center park, 6:30 -8 p.m. Bring your
glove. League fee is $22.00. Season runs June 24 -Aug. 12.
Break Away -Come join us for this new evening social group for
people who need more support while socializing in the community. Out and About -For boys and girls 5 -10 years old. Hey kids do
If you want to "break away" and get out on your own, sign up now. you want to get out of the house on Saturday mornings? If the
All staff is provided, no need for additional staff. Ratio 1:2. Cost answer is yes, then here's the group for you. Come join us each
is $25 plus the event fee. Call for more information. month when we go "out and about" in the metro area.
Transportation will be provided from Kerber Park warming house
On The Town -Want to experience some area night life? All you in Maple Grove or Eisenhower Community Center. The cost is $20
need to do is join us for this popular newly formed fun night out. plus the event fee. Call for the exciting details.
This social group is for adults living independently or semi
independently. We meet every Saturday night June 28 -Aug. 16. August Action -A fun 4 day program for ages 5 -12. We meet at
Cost is $20 plus the event fee. Call and fmd out if this group is Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 State Hwy. 7 from 1 -4 p.m.
right for you. Program meets August 25 -28 & cost is $20 or $5 /day.
Dance Time -It's time to kick up your heels and dust off your 10- Playgrounds -WCHS will be offering inclusion services for
Gallon hat for our Country Ho -Down Dance!! Come join us on children 5 -12 years old into city playground programs. It's a great
Friday, May 16 for line dancing. We will have a DJ and lots of fun. chance to play games, learn arts and crafts and make friends. Please
The dance will be at Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas call for locations and times.
Drive, Crystal from 7 -9 p.m. Pay $3 at the door; preregistration is
not required. Staff are welcome to stay at no cost.
Pet Pals -If you are a group home looking for regular visits from
a sweet and fuzzy friend, this is your chance. Our volunteers will
Bowling -A great opportunity to bowl and socialize. Sign up visit your home on a monthly basis. There is no charge for this
early; space is limited. We bowl at Doyles, 5000 W. Broadway in wonderful program. Call for information.
Crystal, 6:30 -8:30 p.m., June 23 -Aug. 11. Monday night leagues
offered for adults, teens 13 -17 years old and youth 8 -12 years old. Courage Center -Is an agency serving persons with physical
League fee is $20 plus $2.50 for each week bowled.
disabilities and sensory impairments. Courage Center sponsors
activities for all ages and abilities including day camps, field trips,
Suburban Softball League -The time of year has come to get
back into the swing of things with our two softball leagues. Our special events and competitive and recreational sports. Ca11520-
0473 Voice or 520 -0405 TDD for a program calendar. A separate
league has an emphasis on fun, socializing, and skill development. brochure listing activities and programs are available for
Participants' skill level will be assessed and team/league placement individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Tutoring in academic
will be made accordingly. The competitive league will play Mon., skills, in preparing for the GED test and the written driver's test is
May 12 -Aug. 11 and the non - competitive league Thurs., May 22- available by appointment, call 520 -0554.
Aug. 14, from 6:30 -8:15 p.m. No tryouts, everyone will play.
Participants are asked to provide their own glove. The fee is $22 Northwest Community Support Program
and games will take place at Harley Hopkins Field, 125 Monroe This program is free to adults with serious and persistent mental
Ave., Hopkins. illness who live in Hennepin County. The drop -in center offers a
variety of recreation activities: table games, athletics, socialization,
Adaptive Gymnastics -Is being offered for children ages 5 -12. fitness, and community outings. In addition, there are opportunities
at Olympic Gymnastic Academy, 14170 23rd Ave. N., Plymouth. in women's, men's and spiritual groups. If you would like more
The classes meet Mondays, 5:30 -6:30 p.m. The fee is $117 or $39 information on the program, please call 535 -6069 or better yet,
per month. Class is instructed by Gabor Deli, premier gymnast. drop -in ! A calendar of events is available upon request. Come see
us at 5510 W. Broadway in the Crystal Gallery Mall, 4215 -A.
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CENTERBROOK GOLF COURSE
9 Hole Par 3
5500 North Lilac Drive
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 - 561-3239
Centerbrook Golf Course offers a wide range of lessons for all YOUTH BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS
abilities, beginner to experienced. Registration is on a first-come, Learn and play golf the right way with these easy and fun lessons.
first-served basis. Registration for lessons begins immediately For ages 8-15. Lessons are Wednesdays at 3:30 or 4:30 p.m. and
at Centerbrook Golf Course. Instructor Diane. meet once a week for 3 weeks (May 14, 21 & 28). Minimum 5,
maximum 8 golfers per class. Bring your clubs or we will provide
BASIC FUNDAMENTAL GOLF LESSONS clubs for the lessons. A certificate for one FREE round of golf is
Learn the right way with easy and fun golf lessons. The one hour included with completion of course. Registration Fee $30.00/3
class meets twice weekly on Monday/Wednesday or Lessons.
Tuesday/Thursday. A certificate for one FREE round of golf is
included with completion of course. Classes are limited to 8 ONE HOUR SPRING SWING SPECIAL
golfers, minimum of 5 and are held rain or shine. Bring a 9 iron or Jump start your golf game this spring with a review of the basic
wedge to the first class. Registration Fee $52.00/5 Sessions fundamentals of the golf swing. Diane Von Ende, Centerbrook
Teaching Professional, will analyze your swing and illustrate
Day Begins Times proper step-by-step principles with an easy and fun method.
Mon. May 5 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m. Together we will break down the full swing from proper setup to
Mon. May 5 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. the follow through. One hour clinics will
be held at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Saturday, WM
Tues. May 6 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. May 3 and May 10. Clinics are limited to 8
Wed. May 21 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m. golfers, minimum of 5 and are held rain or
Wed. May 21 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. shine. Registration Fee $ 1 0.00/Clinic.
Thurs. May 22 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
PUTTING CLINICS
Wed. June 11 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m. Will be held periodically during the
Wed. June 11 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. summer; call 561-3239 for dates and times. These clinics
concentrate on the fundamentals of putting. Registration Fee
Thurs. June 12 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. $6.00/35 minutes.
Mon. June 30 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m.
Mon. June 30 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. SUMMER TUNE-UP SPECIAL
Tune-up your swing for your summer
golf game. Lessons will focus on swin
Tues. July 1 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. g,
power, club control, weight shift
Wed. July 16 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m. Instruction will be given on an individual
Wed. July 16 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. or group basis and times will be set up
individually with the instructor.
Thurs. July 17 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. # Of Golfers Length of Lesson Fee
Mon. Aug. 18 9:30,10:30,11:30 a.m. I '/z Hour $25.00
Mon. Aug. 18 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. I I Hour $35.00
2 1 Hour $45.00
Tues. Aug. 19 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. 3 1 Hour $55.00
4 1 Hour $65.00
Mon. Sept. 8 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
Tues. Sept. 9 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m.
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Brooklyn Center Recreation
The Center of Fun for
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FUNTASTIC FUN FLOAT*
Come join us in the cool pool and enjoy fabulous floating fun. Bring your favorite floatable and
float the afternoon away. Fun Float dates: June 14, July 12 and August 9. Hours 1 -4 p.m.
MINI -GOLF & SWIM*
Friday, June 27, 1 -4 p.m. - Get into the swing of summer with a round of miniature golf. A paid
swim admission entitles you to one round of miniature golf. A miniature golf course will be set up on the patio. Ages 4 and up.
4TH OF JULY*
-; Have a blast at the pool. Hours 1 -5 p.m.
WATER OLYMPICS*
Friday, July 25, 1 -4 p.m. - Join us for an afternoon of fun, relays, games and prizes. Come for the Olympics, stay and enjoy
the slide and swimming.
END OF SUMMER BASH*
Friday, August 22, 1 -4 p.m. - The weather's steamy and the pool is cool so hurry over and chill during your last days of
summer. Join us for fun, games and some great music as we celebrate the end of summer.
SPLISH SPLASH SATURDAYS
Make a big splash on the fourth Saturday of the month. Pay regular pool admission price and use the water slide free. Splish
Splash dates are: May 24, June 28, July 26 and August 23. Hours 6 -9 p.m.
*Regular admission prices apply! See information, Brooklyn Center Community Center, page 30.
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US
Your child's birthday is a very important event. For an extra special
day, plan a sw immin g party! Small groups (20 or less) are invited to
reserve a room for the party. There is no charge for the room and the
birthday child receives free admission to the pool and use of water slide. To make a reservation, please call 569 -3400.
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.
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In an effort to better serve participants, we are asking you to PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS
indicate your child's swim level on the registration form. If you Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 2 and
have any questions about what level to place your child or 3 years old. One parent must accompany the child in the water,
questions about the swim activities, call Craig, 569 -3317. preferably the same parent each time. Registration Fee $31.00/10
Lessons. Classes 30 min. Classes meet Monday -Friday for two
Swim Lesson Levels weeks.
For children 4 years old and up. When registering, please # Days Begins Time Location
400 M -F June 9 9:00 a.m. CC
indicate child's swim lesson level. For day & time of lessons, 401 M -F July 7 9:00 a.m. CC
see Preschool & Children Swim Lessons. 402 M -F Aug. 4 9:00 a.m. CC
Evening classes twice a week, $31.00/5 weeks
Level I: Water Exploration 403 M &W June 16 5:50 p.m. North View
Introduces independent floating, kicking, gliding and breath 404 M &W June 16 6:20 p.m. North View
control. The focus is on allowing the child to become comfortable PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN SWIM LESSONS
in and around water.
American Red Cross classes for children 4 years of age and older.
Some children may be tested the first day to assure correct swim
Level II: Primary Skills level. Classes have an average ratio of 5 students /instructor.
Introduces the fundamentals of the front and back crawl and Parents do not accompany child in water. Registration Fee
rhythmic breathing. Students must have passed level I or $31.00/10 Lessons. *Class #'s 410 -414 $28.00 /9 Lessons.
demonstrate equivalent level I skills. Classes 30 min. Classes meet Monday -Friday for two weeks.
# Days Begins Time Location
Level III: Stroke Readiness 405 M -F June 9 9:00 a.m. CC
406 M -F June 9 9:35 a.m. CC
Builds on the skills of level II. The focus is on stroke improvement 407 M -F June 9 10:10 a.m. CC
and increased endurance. Introduces the whip kick and treading 408 M -F June 9 10:45 a.m. CC
water. Students must have passed level II or have the ability to 409 M -F June 9 11:20 a.m. CC
swim 20 yards front and back crawl.
410* M -F June 23 9:00 a.m. CC
Level IV: Stroke Development 411 * M -F June 23 9:35 a.m. CC
Works on the breaststroke, sidestroke, and safety skills. Students 412* M -F June 23 10:10 a.m. CC
must have passed level III or be able to swim 40 yards front and 413* M -F June 23 10:45 a.m. CC
back crawl. 414* M -F June 23 11:20 a.m CC
415 M -F July 7 9:00 a.m. CC
Level V: Stroke Refinement 416 M -F July 7 9:35 a.m. CC
Works on refining their strokes and increasing swimming 417 M -F July 7 10:10 a.m. CC
distances. Students must have passed level IV or swim 40 yards of 418 M -F July 7 10:45 a.m. CC
front and back crawl and elementary backstroke and demonstrate 419 M -F July 7 11:20 a.m. CC
the scissors kick.
420 M -F July 21 9:00 a.m. CC
Level VI: Skill Proficiency 421 M -F July 21 9:35 a.m. CC
Works on all previously learned skills with emphasis on 422 M -F July 21 10:10 a.m. CC
proficiency, power and endurance. Students must have passed 423 M -F July 21 10:45 a.m. CC
level V or swim 20 yards of breaststroke and sidestroke and 50 424 M -F July 21 11:20 a.m. CC
yards of front and back crawl. Offered only at 10:10 & 11:20 425 M -F Aug. 4 9:00 a.m. CC
a.m. at community center and 5:50 p.m. at North View. 426 M -F Aug. 4 9:35 a.m. CC
427 M -F Aug. 4 10:10 a.m. CC
Level VII: Advanced Skills 428 M -F Aug. 4 10:45 a.m. CC
A review of all strokes and skills and an emphasis on personal 429 M -F Aug. 4 11:20 a.m. CC
safety and rescue skills. Students must have passed level VI or be Evening classes twice a week, $31.00/5 weeks
able to swim 10 yards butterfly and 50 yards breaststroke, 430 M &W June 16 5:15 p.m. North View
sidestroke and front and back crawl. Offered only at 10:10 & 431 M &W June 16 5:50 p.m. North View
11:20 a.m. at the community center. 432 M &W June 16 6:25 p.m. North View
433 M &W June 16 7:00 p.m. North View
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Swim activities continued I
Summer Special Pool Events -See page 27. — I , �
ADULT & SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS
Men and women ages 16 and up. The focus is on individual needs LIFEGUARDING TODAY
and everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. Registration Fee Focusing on the skills needed to be a lifeguard, this course will
$39.00/10 Lessons. *Class #434 $35.00 /9 Lessons. Classes 40 emphasize victim recognition, surveillance and equipment based
min. Classes meet Monday -Friday for two weeks. rescues. Includes Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional
# Days Begins Time Location Rescuer. Must be 15 years old by first day of class and pass a pre -
434* M -F June 23 11:20 a.m. CC course test. Classes meet June 7, 14, 21, 28, 8 a.m.- 1p.m., and
435 M -F July 21 11:20 a.m. CC June 22, June 29, Noon. -5p.m. at the community center.
Evening classes twice a week, $39.00/5 weeks Registration Fee $160.00 includes books.
436 M &W June 16 7:00 p.m. North View ## Day Begins Time Location
447 See above for days & times
ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
For children and adults of all ages with physical or developmental JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING
disabilities. Classes have a ratio of one student to one instructor. If you are between the ages of 12 and 15 and are interested in
Registration Fee $34.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. becoming a lifeguard, this class is for you. You will learn lifesaving
# Day Begins Time Location skills and work with the B.C.C.C. Lifeguarding staff. Classes meet
437 By arrangement only. Call Craig at 569 -3317. two hours a day for nine days, plus an additional 7 hours of
438 By arrangement only. Call Craig at 569 -3317. internship to be set up at time of class. Registration Fee $90.00.
439 By arrangement only. Call Craig at 569 -3317. # Days Begins Time Location
448 M -F June 23 9:00 a.m. CC
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
For all levels on a one -to -one basis, children or adults. Missed WATER SAFETY AIDE
lessons will not be made up. Registration Fee $10.00/1 Lesson. Designed to prepare ages 14 and up to assist instructors with
Class 30 min. various American Red Cross swimming classes. Students will learn
# Day Begins Time Location the skills and techniques to aid in the instruction of quality lessons.
440 By arrangement only. Call Craig at 569 -3317. This class will offer students the chance to work with experienced
instructors during our swim lessson program. Registration Fee
COMPETITIVE 1 $65.00/10 Lessons.
Class is designed for individuals who may be interested in joining # Days Begins Time Location
a swim team. Stroke analysis and development, workouts and basic 449 M -F June 9 9:00 a.m. CC
fitness will be emphasized. Registration Fee $65.00/10 Lessons.
Classes 1 hour. SWIM AND STAY FIT PROGRAM
# Days Begins Time Location Swim and Stay Fit is a planned activity to encourage individuals to
441 M -F July 7 9:00 a.m. CC swim regularly until 50 or more miles are reached. It is not a
Evening classes twice a week, $65.00/5 weeks. marathon, not a race, not competitive, not an endurance contest.
442 M &W June 16 7:00 p.m. North View It's goal is to improve the long -term physical fitness of the
swimmer. Persons will be able to track their progress on cards at
COMPETITIVE 2 the pool. Swimmers will receive a certificate and patch at the
Building on the skills and knowledge of Competitive 1, students completion of 50 miles. For adults ages 18 and up. Sign up with
will create their own workouts, focus on more intense training and the pool staff. Fee is FREE with daily pool admission or
gain a deeper understanding of competitive swimming. membership.
Registration Fee $65.00/10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour.
# Days Begins Time Location BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB
443 M -F July 21 9:00 a.m. CC Is a local affiliate of United States Swimming Inc. For more
information, contact Damon Carrison at 427 -0453. The club is
SPRINGBOARD DIVING sponsored by Brooklyn Center & Brooklyn Park Recreation.
Learn forward and back approaches, setting the board
for spring, terms, positions and basic front and back NORTH VIEW POOL
dives. Must be at level IV swimming ability. North View Pool, 69th & Zane is available for rental during the
Registration Fee $31.00/10 Lessons. *Class #444 week. Reservations are requested a minimum of two weeks in
$28.00 /9 Lessons. Classes 30 min. advance. For further information, call Craig at 569 -3317.
# Days Begins Time Location
444* M -F June 23 11:20 a.m. CC
.m. CC COMMUNITY CENTER POOL &WATER SLIDE
445 M -F July 21 11:20 a
Evening classes twice a week $31.0 weeks The community center pool and water slide are available for
446 M &W June 16 7:00 p.m. North View rental. For information, call Craig at 569 -3317.
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Brooklyn Center Community Center
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway ■ 569 -3400 ■ TDD 569 -3404 ■ Fax 569 -3434
Summer Hours Begin June 9
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 !.year
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 62+ Youth (15 -17) $4.00 $2.50 $3.00 $1.50
Children (6 -14) $3.75 $2.25 18 8-6-6 1 $3.75 $2.25
Children (2 -5) $2.50 $1.00 - $3.25 $1.75
Children under 2 Free Free 6 -14 14 $1.50
2 -5 $22.25 .25 75¢
under 2 Free Free
Exercise Room & Sauna Schedule Open Swim Schedule Holidays not included!!
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Monday, Wednesday & Friday yFata Slide Schedule
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 P.M.
(Adults only: Noon to 1 p.m.)
Monday through Saturday
Tuesday & Thursday Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 9 P.M.
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 P.M. Sunday
(Adults only: Noon to 1 p.m.) I to 5 p.m.
The recreation division reserves the right to
Saturday Saturday open the water slide during non - scheduled
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1 to 9 P.M. times. Children must be 52" tall to go down the
(Adults only: 11:00 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
15 years and older and the sauna to 18 years be accompanied by an adult in belongings for 25¢.
and older. Children younger than this will the pool. The wading pool is open
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
The "Play Corner" is provided at the community center. Minimum age is four months. Memorial Day, May 26 - 1 to 5 p.m.
The cost is $1 for each preschool child. The "Play Corner" is open Tuesdays & Thursdays
9 -11 a.m.. Call 569 -3400. Fourth of July, July 4 - 1 to 5 p.m.
A Game Room with pool tables, video games and pinball machines is located next to the Labor Day, September 1 - 1 to 5 p.m.
concession stand on the upper level.
✓Registration Information ✓Senior Adult Discount
Registration for classes begins Sat., Senior adults, 62 years and older, who
May 10 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
does not apply to supplies, special senior
✓Registration for swim lessons classes which are already reduced, or
begins at 9 a.m. Doors will open at 8:30 classes less than $20. Other exceptions
a.m. at which time numbers will be given will be noted in class descriptions.
out. Please use lower level main
entrance. Sorry, mail registrations will /Refund Procedure: Requests for
not be accepted for swim lessons. refunds must be made at least 24 hours Late Pickup Fee
before the first class. If you find it If a child is not picked up immediately
./Registration for other classes necessary to cancel after the first class, after class, a $5 fee will be charged for
begins at 11 a.m. Numbers will be make your request 24 hours before the every ten minutes after the class ending
handed out at 10:30 a.m. Mail second class. The class will be prorated. time.
registration will be processed beginning Refund checks are mailed to participants;
Mon., May 12. please allow 2 -3 weeks. Auxiliary Aids
Auxiliary aids for persons with
On the opening day of registration, Sat., /Refund Procedure for Holiday and disabilities are available upon request at
May 10, a person may sign up for One -Day Classes: Requests for refunds least 96 hours in advance. Please call
themselves or their immediate family for holiday and one -day classes must be 569 -3400 for more information.
only. After this date, you may register for made at least seven days before the class
as many as you wish. date. Sorry, no refunds will be issued
later than seven days before the class Art/Cooking/Holiday Class
/Senior adult registration begins date.
Fri., May 9. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., Participants
registration follows. ✓Inclement Weather Young artists and cooks may get food,
If classes or other recreation activities are paint, glue, or other art media on their
Registration for all classes continues canceled due to inclement weather, the clothing and shoes while in class.
until classes fill. Sorry, no phone recreation division will attempt to make Children should dress in old clothes
registration. them up. Sometimes circumstances and/or bring an old paint shirt or apron.
beyond our control do not make this
Please make check payable to the possible.
City of Brooklyn Center. Liability
Don't Be Disappointed! The recreation division does not provide
Registration will be on a first -come, first- accident insurance for participants in any
served basis. The recreation division Register Early of its programs. Participants assume all
reserves the right to cancel classes when inherent risk of injury from their
an insufficient number of people have Most of the programs or activities involvement in programs or activities
signed up. Instructors will not be offered in the brochure have a minimum outlined in this brochure.
permitted to accept registration at the and maximum number of registrants.
activity location. Some programs fill to capacity within a
few days of the beginning of
Persons who register for an activity registration. In other cases, if they
where capacity enrollment has already appear to be under enrolled, we have to Community Center
been reached will be placed on a waiting cancel activities several days before the Hours
list. Additional classes may be formed if starting date. There have been instances The recreation division, located in the
there are sufficient requests and if space where individuals have expressed an community center, is open for
and a competent instructor are available. interest in a program that has already registration:
been canceled. In either case, it is Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Class attendance is limited to highly advantageous to register early!! Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
participants. Spectators, including
parents, are not allowed except with 8111. Sunday 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
permission. This includes children.
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Celebrate Sunday in Central Park
An evening of music and fireworks!
Fun for the whole family!
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*Free to the public 7 p.m. Will Hale & The Tadpole
*An Earle Brown Days Event Parade.
*Bring your own lawn chair or 8 p.m. "Fabulous" Hitops
blanket. Music of the 50's, 60's, 70's,
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway *Refreshments will be sold 80's & 90's.
(behind the Civic Center) 10 p.m. Fireworks
Call 569 -3400 or more in ormation
Class Locations
Community Center P ......... PARKS
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (CC) Bellvue, 55th & Aldrich N
Brooklane, 65th & Brooklyn Blvd.
East Fire Station Central, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy.
6500 Dupont Ave. N (Behind the Community Center)
East Palmer, 71 & Oliver N
S ........ SCHOOLS Evergreen, 72nd & Bryant N
Brooklyn Center High School Firehouse, 65th & Bryant N
6500 Humboldt Ave. N (BCHS) Freeway, 67th & Beard N
Garden City School Grandview, 59th & Humboldt Ave. N
3501 65th Ave. N Happy Hollow, 50th & Abbott Ave. N
North View Junior High Kylawn, 61 st & Kyle N
69th & Zane Ave. Lions, 55th & Russell N
Park Center High School (PCHS) Northport, 55th & Sailor Lane
7300 Brooklyn Blvd. Orchard Lane, 65th & Orchard N
Riverdale, Dallas Rd. & Riverdale Rd.
West Palmer, 71 st & Palmer Lake Dr.
Mail Registration Card Willow Lane, 69th & Orchard N
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Name Male Female Address Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
{ The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the third
City Zip Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. This
Commission advises the City Council on the parks and
(1) Phone (W)Phone recreation program in Brooklyn Center. Bud Sorenson,
chairperson; Art Mead; John Russell; Tom Shinnick; Don
Class Name Peterson; Gail Ebert; Richard Theis.
Location Class #
Department Mission
Dedicated to the citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may
Time Class Day share in the God given right to beauty, to sunshine, to
tranquility, and to the end that each may herein find the
laughter of childhood, the acceptance of youth, the
Child's Birth Date Amount Enclosed $ fulfillment of adult life, and the companionship of old age,
through a healthy, satisfying use of leisure time.
Mail registration accepted May 12.
Mail to: Recreation Division, City of Brooklyn Center
6301_Shintlle Creek Parkway. Brooklyn Center MN 55430