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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 Edition 73 April ENTER BROOKLYN r� CITY NEWSLETTER NUMBER 73 APRIL, 1991 S.H.O.E.S.: New Program For •,• Teenagers t Brooklyn Center Police, in con- junction with two merchants in the Brookdale Shopping Center, the Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Fund, and the Brooklyn Center Rotary Club, has started a new program for teenagers. The program, S.H.O.E.S. (Stu- dents Having Overall Enthusiastic Spirit) allows police officers in high risk, high crime areas to give away free pairs of athletic shoes to teens, who provide leadership by being helpful, respectful and courteous lift to others. At the discretion of the Brooklyn RODNEY MORELL WLLLIAMS receives his free S.H.O.E.S. certificate from Center police officer, teenagers Officer Scott Nadeau as part of the leadership program established by the between the ages of 14 and 18 are Brooklyn Center Police Department. eligible to receive a certificate for a free pair of shoes. This certificate, worth $75, can be redeemed at the F i le Mid -Year Homestead at Sears and Carson Pirie Scott stores in Brookdale. Assessor O -ffice By June 1 The first recipient was Rodney Morell Williams, a 9th grade stu- Owners seeking to qualify for a homestead classification, you dent at Brooklyn Center High mid -year homestead classification must actually own and occupy School. More than 25 pairs of shoes must make application to the As- the home by June 1. It is neces- will be given away through the sessorIs Office at the Brooklyn sary to bring a copy of the instru- program, ending in June, 1991. Center City Hall, 6301 Shingle Creek ment transferring the title of the Parkway, on or before June 1. property to you to the Assessor's Office at the time of the applica- �- The mid -year homestead pro- tion. vides tax relief for those persons who purchased previously non - The home owner will then receive homesteaded properties by June a homestead card by mail from the 1. To be eligible for a mid -year (Continued on Page 2) This Newsletter represents the P ark R ecreation P rograms: City of Brooklyn Center's concern Pag for conservation of resources and I'l ME SENSITIVE: energy. This issue is printed on to homes by Ap ril 100% recyclable paper. $6 Million Improvement Project for 69th Avenue North On Schedule The 69th Avenue North street The City has also conducted Prior to the removal of the homes, improvement project, slated for negotiations with Hennepin County the City has established regular construction in 1992, is proceed- to develop details of the intersec- maintenance and security programs ing on schedule. This $6 million tion of 69th Avenue and Brooklyn to assure that the houses and the project will reconstruct 69th Ave- Boulevard. yards are maintained in good con - nue from Shingle Creek Parkway to dition. When houses are removed, Brooklyn Boulevard as a divided Since Hennepin County has not the disturbed areas will be covered four -lane roadway with left turn developed specific plans for future with topsoil and seeded, and the lanes. improvements to Brooklyn Boule- yards will be maintained. vard, or for future improvements to The City's consulting engineers, 69th Avenue west of Brooklyn The schedule for the 69th Ave - Short- Elliott- Hendrickson, working Boulevard, the City and County nue improvement project calls with City staff, are preparing pre- have agreed that the current proj- for the following: liminary design concepts, submit- ect construction will not extend •Acquisition and removal of all ting applications for permits from westerly of Brooklyn Boulevard. residential homes by late summer, state agencies, and reviewing cost 1991. estimates. However, the City's project for reconstruction of 69th Avenue east- *Acquisition of the commercial Three meetings have been held erly from Brooklyn Boulevard will properties by the end of 1991. with property owners abutting include a realignment of the ap- the new roadway to allow them to proaches to Brooklyn Boulevard, *Preliminary construction within participate in the development and probably will include the in- the Palmer Lake area (placement of of details for the project during stallation of a new traffic signal surcharge) during the summer of the initial design stage. system at the intersection, or ma- 1991. jor modifications to the existing At least one meeting will be con- traffic signal system. These "interim" *Start of the major construction ducted with the residents in this improvements will provide improved Project in early spring of 1992. neighborhood during April to pro- safety and capacity for traffic move- .Completion of general construc- ment of design concepts. vide participation in the develop- ment through this intersection. tion in the fall of 1992. The project requires the acquisi- *Landscaping (planting of trees, tion and removal of 23 homes and shrubs, etc.) in the spring of 1993. 2 commercial buildings. As of March Homestead... 15, the City had reached agree- ment with 19 of the 23 home own - (Continued from Page 1) ers for the acquisition of their homes, Charter and expects agreement for the Commission city on or about June 1. acquisition of the remaining four To establish residency, this card homes prior to July, 1991. Openings must be signed and your social Since the appraisal of the com- The Brooklyn Center Charter security number listed, and re- mercial properties is much more Commission has positions open turned to the city on or before June complex than for residential prop- for new commissioners. Persons 15. erties, the acquisition schedule for applying must be a resident of the commercial properties will ex- the city and a registered voter. Anyone applying for this credit tend into late 1991. after June 1 must supply proof of Anyone interested or wanting occupancy. The requirements for Six homes, already owned by the additional information should verifying occupancy for late ap- City, have been removed by the contact the City of Brooklyn plicants may be obtained from highest bidder. The City will again Center at 569 -3300 and leave the City Assessor's Office. request bids for the purchase of the your name, phone or address. remaining homes as follows: Once the homestead classifica- Copies of the Charter Commis - tion is obtained, the owner will Bids by early May for removal in sion meeting minutes and agenda receive a card on or about January the early summer. Bids on all re- are available to any interested 2 of each year to renew the home- maining homes for removal in the person. Please call the City Hall stead status. late summer of 1991. with your request. 2 Rabies, Vaccination There's a lot more to drinking water than meets the eye. Clinic: June 1 The City of Brooklyn Center will its 18th Public Utilities IS Responsible Vac tion Clinic on June 1, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 For City's Drinking Water p.m., at the Brooklyn Center City The Brooklyn Center Public Utili- water were pumped to almost 9,000 Garage, 6844 Shingle Creek Park - ties Division operates nine wells, connections, serving 30,000 cus- way. three water towers storing 3 -mil- tomers. The clinic will be conducted by a lion gallons of water, and more than qualified veterinarian, and is open 112 miles of water main. In 1990, The water pumped from these to all Brooklyn Center residents more than 1.25 billion gallons of municipal wells is treated with who wish to bring their pets for chlorine for disinfection. The water vaccination. is also treated to keep minerals The cost is $7 for each vaccina- such as iron and manganese, which tion, and all animals must be National Drinking occur naturally in ground water, in leashed when brought in for the Water Week: suspension. vaccination. Cat owners are en- May 5-1 1 "Black water" or black specs in couraged to bring their pets for the y your hot water, is caused by over- rabies vaccination, and it is sug- heating the water to a temperature gested that cats be brought in a box The week of May 5 -11 has been or similar enclosure. designated nationwide as National above 130 degrees. The heat causes Drinking Water Week. The follow- the manganese to precipitate, or Dog licenses will also be on sale; ing is for your general information. come out of suspension. This is not however, residents are reminded a health hazard, but it is not very that if they are coming just to pur- Did You Know? appealing. chase a license, proof of rabies vaccination is required. Dog licenses *Three percent of the water on An additional treatment prohib- are $3 for spayed or neutered pets, Earth is freshwater, and only one its corrosion in the mains. and $5 for unaltered dogs. percent is available for human consumption. The City's drinking water is tested regularly, both by utility staff and a -Seventy five percent of a living state - certified, independent wager City Earns AAA tree is water. testing laboratory. These results Safety Citation are reported monthly to the State *Two thirds of the water used in Department of Health. The Depart- Brooklyn Center has earned the an average home is used in the ment of Health conducts its own American Automobile Association's bathroom. tests, taking samples directly from (AAA) Pedestrian Safety Citation for •Four to six gallons of water are the well heads and throughout the its achievements in pedestrian fe used for every toilet flush. system. safety. •A shower uses about five gallons Brooklyn Center's water is well The award recognizes Brooklyn of water per minute, while an aver- within health standards, and more Center among the more than 1,300 age bath uses 30 to 35 gallons. than meets standards established cities and states across the coun- by the Safe Drinking Water Act. try that do the most to protect their •A leaking faucet can waste up to pedestrians. AAA evaluates the com- 100 gallons of water per day. The Public Utilities Division con- munity's efforts in safety legisla- ducts regular maintenance on all tion, enforcement, traffic engineer - *Teeth brushing uses about two components of the water distribu- ing, school safety programs, as well gallons of water if the tap is run- tion system in Brooklyn Center. in pedestrian injury and fatality ning. Turning off the faucet while Water mains and hydrants are records. as brushing will use less than one- flushed; well pumps are serviced; half gallon. and valves are monitored. In addi- This citation is given to cities that tion, the water department handles have gone one to nine consecutive •One gallon of gasoline can con- complaints, requests about water years without a pedestrian fatality. taminate approximately 750.000 meters, water odors, and other water Brooklyn Center has been fatality - gallons of water. related problems. free for five years. 3 f Recycling Program Includes City Auction Set Five Types of Materials For Saturday, April 27 Five different types of materials stained with food, such as pizza are currently being picked up as boxes, cannot be recycled due to The annual City of Brooklyn part of the Hennepin Recycling food contamination. Other materi- Center Spring Auction will be held Group (HRG) program. als not accepted at this time in- this year on Saturday, April 27 at clude paperboard (such as gift The first three materials, news - the City Garage, 6844 Shingle boxes), milk cartons, cereal and Creek Parkway, starting at 11 Papers, metal and glass food and cracker boxes, egg cartons, and a.m. beverage containers, were picked carriers for pop, beer cans or bottles. up at the start of the program in Among the many available items 1989. Plastic bottles and corru- Informational brochures were this year are more than 100 bi- gated cardboard were added in Feb- mailed to all HRG residents in late cycles; various audio and video items ruary, 1991, for curbside pickup. January introducing the inclusion including video movies; Nintendo To recycle plastic bottles (any of these materials. cartridges: pre - recorded music tapes; a 25 -inch color television; plastic container with a neck) you If you did not receive a brochure, car radios; cb's; and answering ma- must remove the caps and pumps or if you have any questions, please chines. and throw them away: rinse and call 537 -8421, extension 144. This flatten the bottle; and place the program is 80 percent funded by In addition, there will be many bottles in a paper bag inside the re- the Hennepin County Board of household and personal items in- cycling bin. Commissioners. cluding women's and children's For corrugated cardboard: flat - clothing; 60 pairs of blue jeans; ten all pieces and tie together with dolls and toys; a diamond ring; string or twine. Place the pieces, Free Yard Waste sporting goods; a gas grille; and not to exceed three -feet by three- Drop-Off Off Site several sporting arms. feet, in or beside the recycling bin. P Other miscellaneous items in- Corrugated cardboard is the only The Hennepin Recycling Group clude auto supplies and parts, a type of cardboard accepted at this (HRG) yard waste drop -off site pair of truck tires; a motorcycle; time. opened April 1. The site is open and several suitcases. Any corrugated that has been without charge to Brooklyn Center residents. A valid driver's license will confirm proof of residency. The center, located in Maple Brooklyn Center Grove, is open from 8 a.m. p.m., Monday through Saturday; 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway and from noon to 7 p.m. on Sun - Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 day. Leaves, grass clippings, garden CITY COUNCIL wastes, and twigs and branches Todd Paulson ........................... ............................... Mayor (less than one -inch in diameter) Phil Cohen ........... ............................... .....................Councilman will be accepted. Yard waste must Jerry Pedlar ......... ............................... .....................Councilman be removed from the bags upon Dave Rosene ....... ............................... .....................Councilman delivery to the site. Celia Scott ............. ............................... ...................Councilwoman To get to the site, take County Gerald Splinter .............................. ...........................City Manager Road 81 (old Highway 169) north to County Road 121. Turn left onto SERVICE DIRECTORY County Road 121, and take the first right onto 101 st Avenue North. Emergency Number (24 Hours) Follow signs to the site. POLICE - FIRE - MEDICAL ........................... ............................911 If you have any questions or Police (non - emergency, information) ............ ......................... 569 -3333 City Hall Offices ........... ............................... ............................ 569 -3300 comments regarding the site, please (Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) call 537 -8421, extension 144. This Community Center ........................ ......................................... 569 -3400 program is 80 percent funded by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. 4 Use Mediation Service To Improvements Resolve Disputes Planned For What is Mediation? Mediation is Mediators do not solve the Highway 100 a voluntary process allowing people problems. The best solutions come The Minnesota Department of involved in a dispute to take posi- from the parties themselves. They Transportation (MNDOT) is cur - tive steps to resolve the problem. are the ones who know what will rently planning two improvement work for them, and what they are to Highway 100 in Brooklyn Cen- The North Hennepin Mediation willing to accept as a settlement. ter. A short term improvement will Project (NHMP), 3300 County Because the parties format the be constructed in 1991, with the Road 10, Suite 212 in Brooklyn solution, the compliance rate of other improvement scheduled Center, has provided the mediated settlements is consistently sometime after 1994. community with this service since over 90 percent. The 1991 improvement will es- 1983. sentially be a bituminous overlay Anyone can call and start the highway In an informational meeting, the g Y 100 from France Ave - parties are given equal time to dis- mediation process. Although many of hi nue, in Brooklyn Center, northerly cuss and describe their perspective referrals come from police depart- ments, city o to the 100/I94 interchange area. officials, and so on, an of the dispute. With the help of me- individual can begin the mediation This project will consist of: diators, the parties work together process. The call will be taken by a to reach a mutual agreement. Planing" the existing surface to Case Developer who will take the remove the irregularities of the The mediators do not take sides. information, explain the process existing pavement. The function of the mediator is to and contact the other party. help the parties identify issues, •Installation of a bituminous over - clarify information, to build on areas If you would like more informs- lay. of agreement, and to rite the final pion, or would like to begin the w .Shoulder adjustments as re- settlement agreement. To do this Process, please call 561 -0033. quired to meet the new pavement effectively, mediators remain im- surface. partial. Mediation offers many advantages: These improvements will greatly It's quick. Most mediation ses- improve the ride and safety of this sions occur within two weeks from road. Earle Brown Days the call. In addition to the resurfacing, the Planned For It's confidential. Everything said 1991 project will include the re- June 21-30 in the mediation session is strictly moval and replacement of the ex- confidential. isting bridge decks on the two The 9th Annual Earle Brown Days bridges on Highway 100 spanning will be celebrated this year from There is no cost to either party Shingle Creek between Brookdale June 21 to June 30 in the commu- for this service at this time. and the Centerbrook Golf Course. nity. It's fair. Parties can work out To allow this replacement, a The Earle Brown Days committee solutions to fit their needs. temporary bypass bridge will be has planned many events includ- constructed immediately north of ing a parade, talent contest, craft It's a win -win situation. In the existing bridges. This will allow fair, concerts, and a car show. mediation, both parties work out a two -way traffic to stay on the high - viable solution together. way during the entire construction Many of these events will be staged period without detours, and with at the Earle Brown Heritage Cen- Mediation is successful in solv- very little interference with the ter, with the festival concluding ing many types of disputes involv- traffic. with fire works in Central Park on ing neighbors, businesses and Specifications require completion Sunday, June 30. consumers, landlords and tenants, of the resurfacing in 1991, but do family members, acquaintances, allow the contractor to extend the A partial schedule of activities is business partners, friends, juve- available in the parks and recrea- niles and litigants. completion of the bridge deck re- tion portion of this brochure. De- placement into 1992. tailed information will be available It is especially helpful in disputes Long term improvements of in the June issue of the City News- where a court battle would be inap- Highway 100 will be reviewed in letter, and through Northwest News propriate or where ongoing rela- an upcoming issue of the City and the Post News. tionships are involved. Newsletter. 5 1991 SUMMER PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT BROCHURE CLASS LOCATION CODES Children's Activities BCHS ................... Brooklyn Center High School 65th & Humboldt Ave. N. COWABUNGA COOKERY - NEW CC ........ Community Center A unique cooking experience for cool dudes in grades 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway 1-6. Each class is designed to introduce participants to North View .....................North View Junior High a different cooking area. Students may register for one 69th &Zane or all of the workshops. For each session, children should bring an apron. Registration Fee $6.50 for each session Palmer Lk. N.A.......... Palmer Lake Nature Area or $12.50 for all three sessions. East of 69th & Xerxes PCHS . ........................... Park Center High School MINI - PIZZAS - NEW 7300 Brooklyn Blvd. Have fun while learning to create your very own mini- ....... Park pizza from scratch. Put only your favorite toppings on Bellvue .. ...........................55th & Aldrich N. your pizza. After they bake, we'll have a pizza party and eat our creations. Beverage will be provided. Registra- Brooklane .................65th & Brooklyn Blvd. tion Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Central .........6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Larson. Behind the Community Center # Day Date Time Location East Palmer ......................... 71 st & Oliver N. 1 Mon. June 17 1:00 p.m. CC Evergreen ........................72nd & Bryant N. CHOCOLATE TURTLES CANDY MAKING - NEW Firehouse ..........................65th & Bryant N. Children will learn the process of candy making from Freeway .. ...........................67th & Beard N. picking out the proper ingredients, to reading a candy Grandview ........59th & Humboldt Ave. N, thermometer and forming their final product. We'll make a variety of different candies including chocolate turtles. Happy Hollow ........50th & Abbott Ave. N. Bring a small box to take home the extras. Registration Kylawn ........ ...........................61st & Kyle N. Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson. Lions ....... ...........................55th & Russell N. # Day Date Time Location Northport .......................55th & Sailor Lane 2 Mon. June 24 1:00 p.m. CC Orchard Lane .............. 65th & Orchard N, TURTLE SUNDAES - NEW Riverdale, Dallas Road & Riverdale Road Calling all dudes and dudettes! Come and join us in the West Palmer.., .....71 st & Palmer Lake Drive experience of making homemade ice cream. We'll also make toppings from scratch. Using these toppings and Willow Lane 69th &Orchard N, lots of other ingredients you can assemble your own S ...... I ......... School TURTLE SUNDAE. Cowabunga! Registration Fee $6.50/1 Evergreen ................. 7020 Dupont Ave. N, Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson. Garden City ...................3501 65th Ave. N. # Day Date Time Location Willow Lane ................70th & Perry Ave. N, 3 Mon. July 1 1:00 P.M. CC REGISTRATION REMINDERS PLEASE NOTE! • Make check payable to the City of Brooklyn Center. Young artists and young cooks may get paint, glue, food or other art media on their clothing and shoes while in class. • There is no confirmation of mail registration; if you do not The parks and recreation department recommends hear from us, assume you are registered. (Swimming must children dress in old clothes. You may also want to send an be done in person.) old paint shirt or apron, • Waiting lists are formed when classes are filled. If instruc- tors and space is available, additional classes may be formed. When registering, use grade as • We recommend you register at least 5 days in advance to insure sufficient class registration. CREATIVE DANCE • Instructors are not permitted to accept registration at the activity location. Here is an opportunity for children to enjoy the freedom of • Swimming lesson registration begins at 9 a,m., creative expression combined with a variety of dance Sat., May 4. Sorry, no mail registrations. movements. The last class will feature a dance demonstra- • Other class and activity registration begins at 1 p.m., tion for family and friends. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee Sat., May 4. $ 10.00 /6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. Instructor Rachel Woods. • Senior Adult registration begins at 1 1 a.m., Fri., May 3. # Day Begins Time Location • Numbers will be given out one hour prior to each registr- 4 Wed June 19 6:50 p.m. North View tion starting time. 6 CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED T -BALL AND MORE! JUNIOR SOFTBALL For boys and girls going into kindergarten and first grade. Successful for the last two summers, we're offering the This fast paced activity class is for kids who like to run, jump, program again! For youth in grades 4 -6. This option is for throw, play games and have FUN! Children will LEARN the participants with less softball experience who are looking basic fundamentals of softball and good sportsmanship for an instructional program with emphasis on mastering the while also playing soccer, kickball and other sports related skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. The majority of the time games and relays. No program July 4. Each participant will will be spent playing softball ending with league games. This receive a T -Ball T- shirt. Registration Fee $16.00/7 Weeks. is an excellent opportunity for the young softball player to Classes 1 hour. have a fun time while continuing to develop good # Day Begins Time Location sportsmanship and softball skills. Fee includes a T- shirt. 5 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Central Registration Fee $19.00/7 Weeks. Program 1 1/2 hours. 6 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Grandveiw # Day Begins Time Location 7 M & W June 17 6:00 p.m. Kylawn 20 M & W June 17 12:45 p.m. Evergreen -P 8 T & TH June 18 9:30 a.m. Evergreen -P 9 T & TH June 18 9:30 a.m. Orchard Lane -P YOUTH SOFTBALL LEAGUE An instructional league for boys and girls in grades 4 -6. Third "KIDS" INTRODUCTION TO SOFTBALL graders who have previously taken "Kids - Introduction to For boys and girls in grades 1 -3. This instructional program is Softball" for a minimum of two years may also register for designed for children to have FUN while LEARNING good this league. This program is for more experienced players sportsmanship, team work and the fundamentals of softball. who have mastered the basic skills of throwing and hitting. Each "Kid" will receive their very own softball T- shirt! At the The league is designed to give participants the opportunity end of the season, some interpark games will be played. For to improve their skills and play games with the continued # 12 games will be played during the regular session. The emphasis on good sportsmanship and having fun. The in- program will be highlighted by a parent softball night. structional portion will cover advanced softball techniques Register for the PARK location nearest your home. Program such as pitching, sliding and team strategy. The majority of will not meet July 4. Registration Fee $16.00/7 Weeks. the time will be spent playing softball games ending with Classes 1 hour. league games. No tryouts, everyone will play. No program # Day Begins Time Location July 4. Fee includes a league T- shirt. Registration Fee 10 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Central $19.00/7 Weeks. Program 1 1/2 hours. 11 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Kylawn # Day Begins Time location 12 M & W June 17 7:00 p.m. Kylawn 21 T & TH June 18 12:45 p.m. Central -P 13 T & TH June 18 10:50 a.m. Evergreen 14 T & TH June 18 10:50 a.m. Northport KIDSERCISE - NEW A fun aerobic exercise class just for kids. Kidsercise offers the "KIDS" - INTRODUCTION TO SOCCER opportunity to improve fitness, coordination, balance and For boys and girls in grades K -3. This instructional program is flexibility where there is no competition. Routines will be designed for children to have FUN while LEARNING the done to your favorite music such as M.C. Hammer, New Kids fundamentals of soccer. Some interpark scrimmages will be on The Block, and Mousercise. Why not start children on the played. A special parent night demonstration will be held road to a lifetime of fitness. Wear tennis shoes and loose during the program. Each "Kid" will receive a T- shirt! Register fitting clothing. For grades 1 and up. Registration Fee for the location nearest your home. Program will not meet $7.00/6 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Peggy Broberg. July 4. Registration Fee $16.0017 Weeks. Classes 1 hour. # Day Begins Time location # Day Begins Time Location 22 Sat. June 15 10:00 a.m. CC 15 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Evergreen -S 23 Mon. June 17 6:00 p.m. North View 16 T & TH June 18 9:30 a.m. Willow Lane -S GYMNASTIC CAMP FOR GIRLS THE SPORTS CAMP - NEW For girls in grades 1 -6 of any skill level who have an interest The Sports Camp is for boys and girls grades 3 -6. This special- in developing basic and advanced gymnastic skills. Em- ized sports program emphasizes instruction, team work, phasis will be placed on developing student's strengths, good sportsmanship, and participation in a fun and relaxed flexibility and coordination through various exercises and environment. Basketball, volleyball, golf, soccer and tennis selected activities. Tumbling and apparatus fundamentals are some of the sports offered. All equipment is furnished. on all gymnastic equipment will be introduced according Each participant will receive a Sports Camp T- shirt. Besides to participant's ability. Student may register for more than having a great time, our goal is to establish the skills needed one session. No class July 4. Class extended to July 9. for success and safety! No program July 4. Registration Fee Registration Fee $21.00/6 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. $16.00/7 Weeks. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Mike Cross. Instructors Linda Schiesl and Anita Westberg. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location 18 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Evergreen -S 24 T & TH June 18 1:00 p.m. North View 19 T & TH June 18 10:50 a.m. Willow Lane -S 25 T & TH June 18 3:15 p.m. North View 26 TH &T July 11 1:00 P.M. North View 7 CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED GIRLS MINI GYMNASTIC CAMP A shortened version of the girls gymnastic camp held during ART ADVENTURE SERIES the day. The evening program offers children of working This unique art experience for children in grades 1 -6 is parents the opportunity to learn tumbling and apparatus back with new projects. Each class is designed to intro fundamentals. See description page 7. For grades 1 -6. duce participants to a different artistic medium. Registra- Registration Fee $12.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor tion Fee $6.50 for each session or $12.50 for all three Theresa Mickelson. sessions. No previous art experience needed. # Day Begins Time Location 27 Tues. June 18 6:50 p.m. North View TIE -DYE T- SHIRTS -NEW Learn the tie dyeing technique of the 90's. It's called GYMNASTICS FOR BOYS direct application using textile dyes. Everyone's shirt will A course in the beginning techniques of tumbling. Students be unique. This is different from any other tie dye method. will have the opportunity to learn basic skills such as rolls, Bring a pre- washed, white cotton or 50/50 t- shirt, a coat headstands, and handstands. Beginning level skills on ap- hanger and a garbage bag (to carry home your shirt). paratus will be introduced. For grades 1 and up. Registration Registration Fee $6.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Fee $17.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Linda Schiesl. Kay Larson. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Date Time Location 28 TH &T July 11 3:15 p.m. North View 41 Wed. June 19 10:30 a.m. Northport -P 42 Wed. June 19 1:15 P.M. Orchard Lane -P 43 Wed. July 10 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P KID'S TENNIS LESSONS Beginning instruction for children in grades 3 and up. Stu- RUBBER STAMP IT - NEW dents will learn the forehand, backhand, serving, court rules, Learn the techniques of embossing using stamp markers etiquette and scoring. Bring your own racquet, balls are and glitter to make professional looking products. Stu - furnished. In case of rain, meet at the park shelter building. dents can make their own stationery, book marks and Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Intermediate stu- other fun creations. Time permitting, participants will dents must have taken classes through the Brooklyn Center learn how to make a stamp. Registration Fee $6.50/1 Parks and Recreation Department. Registration Fee $16.00/6 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson. Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Beginning #'s 29 -31, 33 -34, # Day Date Time Location Intermediate #'s 32, 35. Instructor Brian Johnson. 44 Wed. June 26 10:30 a.m. Northport -P # Day Begins Time Location 45 Wed. June 26 1:15 P.M. Orchard Lane -P 29 M & W June 17 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P 46 Wed. July 17 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P 30 M & W June 17 11:50 a.m. Grandview -P 31 M & W June 17 4:00 p.m. BCHS TEXTURED ACRYLIC PAINTING - NEW 32 W & M July 17 9:30 a.m. Evergreen -P Students will learn the techniques of using acrylic paint 33 W & M July 17 10:45 a.m. W. Palmer -P on a textured canvas surface. In the workshop, par - 34 W & M July 17 Noon Willow Lane -P ticipants will complete their very own painting. No ex- 35 W & M July 17 4:00 p.m. BCHS perience necessary - just lots of enthusiasm and a smile. Registration Fee $6,50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor POM POM GIRLS Kay Larson. A fun danceline and cheerleading class designed just for # Day Date Time Location girls in grades 1 -6. Learn some easy dance movements, 47 Wed. July 3 10:30 a.m. Northport -P basic cheers and the do's and don'ts of being a good pom 48 Wed. July 3 1:15 p.m. Orchard Lane -P pom girl. Girls will learn a specially designed routine, just like 49 Wed. July 24 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P the pirouettes, twisters, cooperettes or centaurettes. The last session will be highlighted with a performance for family and friends. Registration Fee $10.00/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. MAD SCIENTIST'S WORKSHOP - NEW Instructor Rachel Woods. Children will gain a "hands -on" experience in this exciting # Day Begins Time Location workshop. A variety of experiments using everyday items will 36 Mon. June 17 6:35 p.m. North View be performed by students in the class which can then be 37 Wed. June 19 6:00 p.m. North View duplicated at home for parents and friends. The fun is guaranteed to bring out the Jeckle and Hyde in you. ART EXPLORERS - NEW Registration Fee $3.75/1 Session. Class 2 hours. Here's a chance to use your creative abilities in a relaxed, Instructor Kay Larson. informal environment to experiment in the area of arts and # Day Date Time Location crafts. Art explorers work with clay, decoupage, water color, 50 Mon. June 24 10:00 a.m. Northport -P plaster and collages. No matter what your talents are, this 51 Mon. July 15 10:30 a.m. Evergreen -P class will provide you with an enjoyable art experience. 52 Mon. July 29 10:30 a.m. Orchard Lane -P Don't forget to wear old clothes. For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $12.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Kay Larson. When registering, use child's grade as of Fall 1991. # Day Begins Time Location 38 T & TH June 18 11:30 a.m. Firehouse -P 39 T& TH June 18 1:00 P.M. Willow Lane -P 40 T & TH June 18 2:30 p.m. Brooklane -P 8 CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED ADVENTURES IN CRITTERVILLE - NEW JUNIOR ASTRONOMERS - NEW Armed with magnifying glasses and microscopes, we'll ex- Goodbye daylight! A planetarium will be designed by par - plore the critters that live in the creek and Palmer Lake. On ticipants and guests will be invited to a special show the last our science safari, we'll take water samples at the lake and day. Junior astronomers will also make their very own tele- creek and then study it's critters, the PH level and possible scopes and space glyphs. In this class, everyone will see that pollution. A unique nature /science experience for children star gazing can be fun! For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee in grades 1 -6. Fee includes a snack and making a nature $12.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Instructor Kay Larson. craft. Registration Fee $3.50/1 Session. Class 2 hours. # Day Begins Time Location Instructor Kay Larson. 57 TH &T July 11 1:00 P.M. Orchard Lane -P # Day Date Time location 53 Mon. July 8 10:00 a.m. Palmer Lake Nature Area BOATS AND OCEANS - NEW 54 Mon. July 8 1:00 p.m. Palmer Lake Nature Area Science, crafts and dramatics make up this exciting new Baca TO THE EARTH class! We'll design and build our very own boats and the it "off to the races" as we sail them down specially Join us for a journey "Back To The Earth "where ecology can designed gutters. Ocean dramatics, making clay fish and be lots of fun! Our Brooklyn Center smog patrol experiments Mr. Wizard experiments make this a class you won't want to will include making recycled paper from newspaper and miss! For grades 1-6. Registration Fee $12.50/6 Sessions. Clas- back to the earth worm farms. We'll also play recyclable ses 1 hour. Instructor Kay Larson. games and learn to identify recycled paper. You'll bring # Day Begins Time Location home lots of recyclable ideas the whole family can enjoy! 58 TH &T July 11 2:30 p.m. Willow Lane -P For grades 1 -6. Registration Fee $12.50 /6 Sessions. 59 TH &T July 11 4:00 p.m. Brooklane -P Classes 1 hour. Instructor Kay Larson. # Day Begins Time Location FISH & FEAST 55 W & M July 10 2:45 p.m. Northport -P Do you like to fish? Do you want to learn more aboutfishing? Join "Fish & Feast." We'll try to catch some fish, learn techni- GERM COLONY CLUB -NEW ques about fishing, watch a demonstration on cleaning and In this club, we'll look at the wonderful world of germs even have our very own fish fry. Mmmm! Bring your own through art, science and creative dramatics. Highlights hook, bobber and rod and reel or cane pole. Meet at the include creating a germ model, designing a germ shirt and community center the first day. For grades 2 -6. Registration we'll even make germ masks. Friends are invited the last 15 Fee $11.00/3 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Mike Cross. minutes of the last day for a performance of "Hospital # Day Begins Time Location Dramatics." Don't worry, we won't be using real germs. 60 Tues. June 18 3:15 p.m. Shingle Creek Registration Fee $12.50/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. 61 Tues. July 9 3:15 p.m. Shingle Creek Instructor Kay Larson. # Day Begins Time Location KID'S FISHING CONTEST 56 W & M July 10 1:15 p.m. Evergreen -P In conjunction with Earle Brown Days, the contest will be held from Noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 29 at Shingle Creek near the community center. Hosted by professional MINNAQUA INFORMATION MEETING fisherperson, Tom Zenanko, from Sportsman's Press, this The Minnaqua program is a wonderful way for people year's contest will be bigger and better. Unbelievable prizes to learn about water, fishing and resource manage- will be given away, including first, second, and third place ment. The emphasis is on family oriented activities and in four categories. FREE! Check in begins at 11:45 a.m. next involving youth in various events. Through volunteers, to the community center parking lot. For information, the program can be offered at a minimal cost. Volun- call 569 -3400. teer training prepares individuals, organizations, youth and other non - formal education groups to conduct these fun fishing events. Howcan you become involved MINNAQUA STUDENTS CLINIC - NEW in this exciting program; come and find out Wednes- For youth 8 -14 years old. Minnaqua student clinics are fun - day, May 15 at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, filled sessions with activities and hands -on experiments 7 -8:30 p.m. teaching safety, aquatic ecology, water quality, resource We need adults and youth 15 years and older to make management, fish identification and habitat, combined Minnaqua work! Meeting participants may bring with the basic skills of sport fishing. There will be fishing time children 5 -14 years to participate in a Minnaqua "Nib- too, so participants can practice their new skills. All equip - ble" program. ment provided. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather. Beverage and light snack provided. Registration deadline. FISH, FISH & MORE FISH space providing, Augustl. Registration Fee $1.50/1 Session. Participants will learn about fish habitat and identifica- Class 6 1/2 hours. Instructor Barb Weckman, Hennepin Coun- tion through special games and activities. Everyone will ty Program Assistant. make a fish print to bring home. There is no charge for # Day Date Time Location this "nibble" program. 62 Fri. Aug. 16 9:00 a.m. CC 9 CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED DR. SEUSS' INCREDIBLE EDIBLE SCIENCE - NEW EXPLORER'S DAY CAMP - AUGUST 7 -9 Magical mystical powders, frozen frolics, H's in the air and Explorer's Day Camp will introduce participants to a variety hard rock cafe' are just a few of the fun things you'll be of camp craft skills, such as pitching a tent, building a fire, making during this exciting week. Dr. Seuss' Incredible Edible orienteering with compass and map, knot tying, and swim - Science is a unique science and cooking experience for ming one day at Elm Creek. Children will be under the children in grades 1 -6. While leaning about safety, measur- supervision of the 1991 summer recreation staff. Bring a lunch ing techniques, and following directions, students will make on August 7. Cookouts planned for August 8 & 9. Bus pickups and sample edible science experiments. Class meets Mon- begin at 8:15 a.m. at Grandview, Kylawn, Evergreen, Or- day through Thursday for four days. Registration Fee chard Lane, Willow Lane and West Palmer Parks. (Must have $18.50/4 Sessions. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Kay Larson. a minimum of six.) Return time is approximately 3:15 -3:30 # Day Begins Time Location p.m. For grades 2 -6. Deadline to register is July 31, space 63 M -TH Aug. 12 1:00 p.m. CC permitting. Explorer's Day Camp will be held at Palmer Lake Nature Area on August 7 & 8 and Elm Creek Park Reserve on YOUTH FOOTBALL August 9. (Bring your swimsuit and towel.) Registration Fee For youths in first through sixth grade. Registration dates will $18.50/3 Days. No refunds issued after July 31. be: # Day Begins Location Saturday, August 10, 1991 65 W -F Aug. 7 Palmer Lake Nature Area & Saturday, August 17, 1991 Elm Creek Registration will be taken at the community center from DISTRICT 3 HERSHEY TRACK MEET Noon -2 p.m. on the above dates. Registration Fee $20. All 9 -14 year olds are invited to participate in the Hershey Track Meet. Participants can compete in as many as PENNY CARNIVAL three events. First and second place winners may ad- Penny Carnival fun is back. Carnival booths include fish vance to the state competition and then on to the nation - pond, candy walk, face painting, spin art, lollipop tree, duck al level. For further information or to receive a registration pond, and refreshments. Parents and kids of all ages are form, please contact Cindy Severtson at the Arden Hills invited to have fun as they spend some ,pennies. Booths are Parks and Recreation Department at 633 -5676. priced from 2 -6 cents. Penny Carnival runs from 1 -3 p.m. in REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, June 25. Central Park located behind the community center. In case Who Ages 9 -14 as of December 31, 1991. of rain, Penny Carnival will be moved indoors to the com- When : Saturday, June 29- Check -in begins at 9 a.m. munity center. Don't miss this popular event. Adult volun- The meet starts at 10 a.m. teers are needed to help run some of the booths. Where: Mounds View High School Track, 900 W. Cty Rd. F. Please call Sue at 569 -3400 if you can help. in Arden Hills. Day Date Time Location Fee $2 participants & $1 spectators. Fri. July 19 1:00 P.M. Central Park SUMMER DAY CAMP - JULY 31- AU Studen ts s in GUST 2 Day Camp is designed to offer campers a structured pro- Students CLINIC grades 4 -6 will learn about the fascinating and r challenging world of childcare. They will learn how to pro- gram with a group their own age. Activities include camp vide basic childcare, recreational activities for young cooking, crafts, nature, trailblazing, rock projects, games children, and how to prevent accidents, give simple first aid, and songs. Children will be under the supervision of the 1991 and utilize community resources for emergency help. This summer recreation staff. A naturalist and an arts and crafts class is a must for any student interested in babysitting. Class instructor will conduct special programs. Children should attendance at all sessions is required to be awarded Red pack a lunch on July 31 and August 1, beverage provided. Cross completion card. Absence due to illness will require A cookout is planned for August 2. Bus pickups begin at 8:15 make -up arrangements with instructor. Bring a snack, pencil a.m. at Grandview, Kylawn, Evergreen, Orchard Lane, and and paper. Registration Fee $14.00/3 Sessions. Classes 3 Willow Lane Parks. (Must have a minimum of six.) Return time hours. Instructor Linda Berglund, Red Cross Certified Instruc- is approximately 3:15 -3:30 p.m. For grades 1- 6. Deadline to tor. register is July 24, space permitting. Registration Fee $17.50/3 Days. No refunds issued after July 24. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Location 66 M, T, W Aug. 19 9:00 a.m. CC 64 W -F July 31 Palmer Lake Nature Area BROOKLYN CENTER JUNIOR ROYALTY A new junior queen and junior commodore will be crowned When registering, use child's grade as • • on June 30 at the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Two prin- cesses and two vice commodores will also be chosen. Eligible boys and girls must be between the ages of 5 -7, with MODELING their birthdays falling between September 2, 1984 through See Teen Activities for information. August 31, 1986, and MUST live in Brooklyn Center. Children will be judged on personality, poise and manners and will not be asked to perform. Entry forms will be distributed through school or pick up a form at the community center. Entry fee is $10. Entries must be received by May 15, 1991. 10 I CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES CONTINUED HOME ALONE - BASIC AID TRAINING FIRST AID FOR LITTLE PEOPLE A Red Cross first aid class for children in grades 4 -6. The class A Red Cross program for children ages 5 -7. In class children will teach children how to handle burns, poisoning, choking will learn what they can do to help in an emergency and breathing emergencies, and simple first aid. Help your situation. Injuries and simple first aid, poisons, and breathing children be able to help themselves! Registration Fee problems are some of the topics that will be covered. $15.00/2 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. Instructor Marie Egnell. Registration Fee $7.50/2 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. # Day Begins Time Location Instructor Marie Egnell. 67 T & TH June 18 9:00 a.m. Willow Lane -S # Day Begins Time Location 68 T & TH July 9 9:30 a.m. Willow Lane -S PARK D . O . 6 WEEKS - FREE FUN! 1 —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. NO DROP -IN July 4. BROOKLANE ...............65th & Brooklyn Blvd. Mon. & Wed. ...................June 17 - July 24 KYLAWN .......................61st & Kyle Mon. & Wed. ...................June 17 - July 24 WEST PALMER ..............71 st & Palmer Lake Cir. Mon. & Wed. ...................June 17 - July 24 WILLOW LANE .............69th & Orchard Ave. N. Mon. & Wed. ...................June 17 - July 24 BELLVUE .......................55th & Aldrich Ave. N. Tues. & Thurs. ...................June 18 - July 25 GRANDVIEW ...............59th & Humboldt Ave. N. Tues. & Thurs. ...................June 18 - July 25 EVERGREEN ................72nd & Bryant Ave. N. Tues. & Thurs. ...................June 18 - July 25 NORTHPORT ...............55th & Sailor Lane Tues. & Thurs. ...................June 18 - July 25 WHO CAN PARTICIPATE HOW TO REGISTER Children in grades K -6 (minimum age kindergarten in the There is no fee for the program (except for the optional fall) who are registered. Children are supervised only craft offered once a week), but parents must register while at the drop -in park area. The participants may their children wishing to participate. come and go at their own discretion. Parents are ex- There are three easy ways to register. pected to set their own guidelines for their children. The summer Park Drop -In staff will not assume this respon- - Parents are invited to come to the park on the first day, sibility. Park Drop -In activity fliers are available from the meet the staff and register. staff on a weekly basis and are posted at the Brooklyn - Parents may register at the Brooklyn Center Center Community Center. Community Center. - Children may pick up the form at the park and bring it back. PUPPET When registering, use child's grade as of Fall 1991. Thanks to the Brooklyn Center Lions Club, the City of Brooklyn Center has a spectacular Puppet Playhouse. The traveling Puppet Playhouse program returns for another entertaining season at each PARK listed, except where noted below. Pack a snack or lunch and come see your favorite puppet friends. It is recommended that an adult accompany preschoolers during the shows. The season begins the week of June 24 and runs through July 25. (No show, July 4.) A special evening performance on Tuesday, July 23, 7 p.m. will be offered through the Entertainment in The Park series in Central Park. All performances are 1/2 hour and are FREE. MONDAY TUESDAY East Palmer 10:00 a.m. Bellvue 10:00 a.m. Kylawn 11:00 a.m. Lions 11:00 a.m. Northport Noon Central Noon Happy Hollow 1:00 P.M. Garden City -S 1:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Riverdale 10:00 a.m. Freeway 10:00 a.m. Evergreen 11:00 a.m. West Palmer 11.00 a.m. Firehouse Noon Willow Lane Noon Grandview 1:00 P.M. Orchard Lane 1:00 P.M. For maximum enjoyment by all, we ask that dogs be kept at home and bikes be parked to the side of the audience. 11 i BROOKYN CENTER EARLE BROWN DAYS Tuesday, June 18 - Monday, June 24 ** Talent Contest, Brookdale Tueday, June 25 7 p.m. The Rockin' Hollywoods, Central Park Wednesday, June 26 7 p,m. Opening Ceremony, Ice Cream Social, Brookdale Thursday, June 27 6:30 p.m. Parade, along Dupont, starting at 69th and ending at 59th Friday, June 22 Noon, Craft Fair, Heritage Center * 8 p.m. Street Dance, Heritage Center Saturday, June 29 - Sunday, June 30 ** Tennis Tournament ** Men's & Co -Rec Softball Tournaments Saturday, June 29 ** 8 a.m. Golf Tournament, Centerbrook 10 a.m. Craft Show, Heritage Center Noon, Kids' Fishing Contest, Shingle Creek Sunday, June 30 10 a.m. Car Show, Heritage Center * 3 p.m. Junior Royalty Coronation, Heritage Center 7 p.m. Ducktails, Central Park 8 p.m. Schieks Singing Sextet, Central Park 10 P.M. Fireworks, Central Park NOTE: * Denote fee ** Denotes advanced registration Heritage Center is located on the Earle Brown Farm site, 6155 Earle Brown Dr. Central Park is located behind the community center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. All events are subject to change, For more information, call 569 -3400. 12 ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK Entertainment In The Park will begin its sixth season on June 11. A variety of entertainment groups will be featured every Tuesday evening in Central Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway (located behind the community center). Central Park is accessible to the handicapped. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Refreshments will be sold. All programs are FREE. PROGRAMS BEGIN AT 7 P.M. Schedule is subject to change, call 569 -3400. * In case of rain, program will be held in Constitution Hall at the community center. ENTERTAINMENT IN THE PARK 1991 SCHEDULE * Tuesday, June 11 Reuben Ristrom's Jazz Ensemble - Dixieland jazz band Tuesday, June 18 North Suburban Community Band - Concert band Tuesday, June 25 The Rockin' Hollywoods - The hottest 50's group in the Twin Cities Area Tuesday, July 2 Brooklyn Community Band - Band Music at its finest * Tuesday, July 9 Brass Tracks - One of Minnesota's premier dance bands * Tuesday July 16 Dancer - featuring original members of the Del Counts including Steve Miller, Dave Mrocek, Mike Wright, Al Miller * Tuesday, July 23 Brooklyn Center Puppet Playhouse In this special evening performance, children will see some of their favorite puppets Best Buddies Band - Children's music * Tuesday, July 30 Best friends - Contemporary Jazz * Tuesday, August 6 Chmielewski Fun Time Show Band - Polka, Variety * Tuesday, August 13 Teen King and The Princess - 50's & 60's music * Tuesday, August 20 Mary Henderson & The Mill City Ramblers - Traditional bluegrass and country * Tuesday, August 27 Scott Hansen's Comedy Gallery - Featuring Scott Hansen and other comedians 13 Preschool Activities PLAYMATES PRESCHOOL CLUB PRESCHOOL THEMES WEEKS A special program designed for your active preschooler. Summer fun and creativity are emphasized in each Children will have fun with craft s, games, stories and songs. week of this popular recreation program. This unique The minimum age is 3 1/2-5 years old by June 1991. three week series is for children 3 1/2-5 years old who Playmates Preschool Club will meet twice a week at the have not attended kindergarten. Children are en- PARK listed below. Children are supervised by the parks and recreation department summer staff. Playmates will not couraged to use their natural creativity in crafts, music, meet on July 4. Registration Fee $7.50/7 Weeks. drama, and song while enjoying the companionship of Sessions 1 hour. other preschoolers. Each week meets Monday - Thursday for two hours each day. Register for one week or all three! # Day Begins Time Location The fee is $18 per week or $40 if you register for all three 69 M & W June 17 9:30 a.m. Orchard Lane sessions. The instructor Mrs. Novotny is a certified 70 M & W June 17 10:50 a.m. Willow Lane teacher. 71 T & TH June 18 9:30 a.m. Evergreen 72 T & TH June 18 10:50 a.m. Grandview LITTLE WIZARDS CREATIVE CONCOCTIONS TO EAT This fun filled week is full of science experiments that For pre- kindergarten chefs 3 1/2 -5 years old. If summer enable our future scientists of the year 2040 to explore the howl & whys in the world around them. Does pop - snacks are becoming a bore, try this class. With some basic corn really dance? How does pepper run away? Can ingredients and a child's imagination, what fun they can water really run uphill? These are just a few of the ac- have creating and eating their own snacks. Anyone hungry w w tie that we will do !Registration Fee $ 18.00/4 Days. enough to eat an elephant? Additional recipes will be sent Classes 2 hours. home for summer snack fun for the entire family. Registration Fee $ 4.00 11 Session. Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. Novotny. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Date Time Location 76 M -TH June 24 9:30 a.m. Garden City -S 73 Tues. June 17 9:30 a.m. Garden City -S PEE WEE PICASSOS HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA! - NEW A fun filled week where your "budding artist" will have Get ready, get set for a big birthday celebration! We'll do the opportunity to be creative through a variety of messy media. Pudding finger painting, making glurch and Fourth of July crafts, learn some history of our independence painting with shoving cream are just a few of the master - and even have a parade! For little patriots pre- kindergarten age 3 1/2-5 years old. Registration Fee $4.0011 Session. pieces that will be created. Your child's imagination will Class 2 hours. Instructor Mrs. Novotny. come to life in this fun week. Dress your Pee Wee Picasso in play clothes. Registration Fee $18.00/4 Days. Classes 2 # Day Date Time Location hours. 74 Mon. July 1 9:30 a.m. Garden City -S # Day Begins Time Location LITTLE CRITTERVILLE ADVENTURE - NEW 77 M -TH July 15 9:30 a.m. Garden City -S Armed will magnifying glasses and microscopes, let's visit A CAMPING WE WILL GO the little critters at Palmer Lake. We'll look at water samples Pack up your gear and join us for a week packed with and make a snack and critter craft. A unique nature and fun - filled camping adventure. We'll pitch a tent, go science experience for pre- kindergarten children ages 3 1/2 hiking, learn about safety and even make our very own -5 years. Dress for the weather and wear old clothes and backpack. This great week will be highlighted with a shoes. Registration Fee $4.0011 Session. Class 2 hours. special picnic. Registration Fee $18.00/4 Days. Classes 2 Instructor Kay Larson. hours. # Day Date Time Location # Day Begins Time Location 75 Mon. July 22 10:00 a.m. Palmer Lake Nature Area 78 M -TH July 29 9:30 a.m. Garden City -S When registering, use ..- as VOLUNTEERS FOR PENNY CARNIVAL If you want to spend an afternoon having fun and doing PUPPET PLAYHOUSE something for children in the community, read on! Volun- See Children's Activities for information. teers are needed to help run booths at our annual Penny Carnival, July 19. Fish pond, cookie walk, face painting, EARLE BROWN DAYS PARADE - JUNE 27 guess the numbers in the jar; are just a few of the activities The annual Earle Brown Days parade sponsored by the that make Penny Carnival such a popular children's event! Brooklyn Center Lions Club is scheduled for Thursday, June Approximate time volunteers are need, 12:30 -3 p.m. Call Sue or Kathy at 569 -3400, if you can help. 27 at 6:30 p.m. The parade route begins at 69th and Dupont and proceeds to 59th and Dupont. The Earle Brown Days Parade has grown to be one of the top parades in the State, numbering 120 units in 1990. A parade map is available at the community center. For information about other Earle Brown Days activities, call 569 -3400. 14 PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES CONTINUED GYMSTERS I TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE Basic gymnastics and exercises designed to improve child's Children will have an opportunity to participate in beginning motor skills and coordination. Class activities include tum- creative dance movements. This is a great class for that bling and introduction to the balance beam and bars. beginner dancer. The last class will feature a dance Students must be able to do all skills before advancing to demonstration for family and friends. For preschool children Gymsters ll. For boys and girls ages 3 1/2-5 (children must be who will be at least 3 1/2 years old by June 15, 1991. 3 1/2 by June 15). Parents are welcome to attend the last 15 Registration Fee $10.00/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. minutes of the last class for a short demonstration. Class ratio Instructor Rachel Woods. 8 students /instructor. Registration Fee $15.50/6 Sessions. # Day Begins Time Location Classes 45 min. Instructor Theresa Mickelson #'s 80, 82, Linda 85 Mon. June 17 5:45 p.m. North View Schiesl #'s 79, 81. # Day Begins Time Location PRESCHOOL - FALL 79 Tues. June 18 11:45 a.m. North View The preschool program at the Brooklyn Center Community 80 Tues. June 18 6:00 p.m. North View Center is for children 3 1/2 -5 years old. Children must be 3 81 Thurs. June 20 11:45 a.m. North View 1/2 years old by October 31, 1991. (Children turning 3 1/2 82 Thurs. June 20 6:50 p.m. North View between November 1 and December 31, 1991 may be placed on a waiting list for winter and spring sessions.) The GYMSTERS II program emphasizes group socialization, music, art, science Students must be able to do all the skills in Gymsters I before and community awareness. Your child will learn numbers, taking this class. Children will learn more advanced moves colors, games stressing coordination, finger plays, and on the low balance beam, tumbling and bars. For preschool stories will be read. Field trips and parent programs are also children 4 and up who have passed Gymsters I class. Parents part of the program. Registration accepted for fall begin - are welcome to attend the last 15 minutes of the last class ning, May 20, 8 a.m. (Numbers given out at 8 a.m.) The fee for a short demonstration. Class ratio 8 students /instructor. is for the 12 week session. If you should find it necessary to Registration Fee $15.50/6 Sessions. Classes 45 min. request a refund between the time of registration and Sept. Instructor Theresa Mickleson # 84, Linda Schiesl # 83 . 3, there will be a $10 administration charge. # Day Begins Time Location Instructor Mrs. Braun, certified teacher. 83 Thurs. June 20 10:45 a.m. North View # Day Begins Time Cost 84 Thurs. June 20 6:00 p.m. North View 500 Mon. Sept. 9 9:30-11:30 a.m. $44 501 Mon. Sept. 9 12:30 -2:30 p.m. $44 502 Fri. Sept. 6 9:30 -11:30 a.m. $44 503 T & TH Sept. 5 9:00 -10:30 a.m. $66 504 T & TH Sept. 5 10:45 -12:15 p.m. $66 505 T & TH Sept. 5 1:00 -3:00 p.m. $88 Special Activities COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY DUDLEY /BUDWEISER CLASSIC The gallery located in the Brooklyn Center Community Minnesota's Premier Softball Event Center is available for photography or mixed media shows at various times throughout the year. There is no charge for June 21, 22, 23, 1991 - Central Park Fields the exhibit space. Contact Kathy Flesher at 569 -3400 for 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center further information. Gallery Shows Don't miss your chance to see the best men's slo -pitch Adults Student Painters - April 29 -May 21 softball teams in the country vie for a position in the 1991 Students from Jeanne Dauphine's District 279 Slo -Pitch World Series. Adult Education class will show their work. Admission is $3 per day or $6 for a weekend pass. Children Mixed Media - August 1 -31 Drawing, painting and photography 11 years and under are free. Tickets available at the gate. by Todd and Susan Hein All proceeds will be donated to the Brooklyn Center Crime Prevention Fund. TALENT SHOW - EARLE BROWN DAYS Games begin Friday at 6 p.m. at the Central Park Fields. Preliminaries will be held at 7 p.m. at Brookdale on June 18, Participating teams include defending world champions 19, 20, and the finals will be held June 24. The talent show Ritch's Superior, Hartford CT, Starpath, Lexington, KY: Bell is open to all ages. There will be three divisions, junior 12 and Corp, Tampa FL; Stottler Stagg, Cocoa Beach, FL, Steele's under, teen 13 -19, and adult 20 and over. Contest is open Sports, Grafton OH; Lighthouse, Stone Mt. GA. All teams are to amateur entertainers only. Entry fees are $15 for a solo rated in the top ten in the nation. act and $5 for each additional member. Cash prizes Team Media will be challenging the Bud Light All Stars on awarded for first, second and third place. Applications Friday at 6 p.m. Several celebrities will play in the Bud -Light available at community center and library around May 10. Squad. Tournament play continues all day Saturday with Call 569 -3400 for more information. the Championship game slated for 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. 15 SPECIAL ACTIVITIES CONTINUED HOLIDAY BAZAAR ADAPTED RECREATION The 20th Annual Holiday Bazaar will be Saturday, November The adapted recreation program is a cooperative effort 2 at the beautiful Heritage Center on the Earle Brown Farm. of the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, If you are a craffor and would like more information on how Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Rob - to participate, call the parks and recreation department at binsdale and West Hennepin Community Center. Par - 569 -3400. Rules and information will be mailed to you with ticipants must pre- register. the registration form. Tables are distributed through the lottery system. Craffors selling taxable items must have a West Hennepin Community Center is an agency serving valid seller's sales tax permit to be eligible for the draw. individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the West and Northwest Hennepin area. Ser- NORTHERN LIGHTS vices include information and referral, advocacy and Northern Lights speakers meetings of Alcoholics counseling. Programs include social/ recreation clubs Anonymous is held on Sundays at 7 p.m. in Constitution Hall. and education. An integration specialist is on staff to This is a smoke free meeting. (A smoking lounge is avail- assist parents, professional and individuals who are enter- able.) No meeting June 30. All are welcome! ested in participating in "non- adapted" parks and recreation programs. Call 933 -9105 for information and BROOKLYN COMMUNITY BAND registering procedures. The band is co- sponsored by the parks and recreation BOWLING LEAGUE - Join the summer league on Monday departments of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park and is nights. This league is for adults 18 years and older with open to all post -high school age men and women. New developmental disabilities who want to improve their members are welcome. Director Paul Schierenbeck. For techniques, show off their skills, meet new friends and just more information, call 569 -3400. Schedule below subject to have fun. The league runs June 17- August 12, 6:30 -8:30 change. p.m. at Doyles, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal. There is a $15 1991 Summer Concert Schedule league fee plus $2.50 for each Monday bowled. Wed. June 26 Earle Brown Days at Brookdale 8:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL - A social recreation group Thurs. June 27 Brooklyn Park Activities Center Gazebo 7:00 p.m. for adults with developmental disabilities. Come join the Tues. July 2 Brooklyn Center Central Park 7:30 p.m. fun; games, picnics, swimming, hiking and more! Thurs. July 18 Roseville Central Park 7:30 p.m. Two community center locations to choose from: Zanewood, 7200 Zane Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, and Crys- Sun. July 21 Crystal Band Shell 7:00 p.m. tal, 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal. Both programs meet Tues. July 29 Jones Harrison Care Center 7:30 p.m. from 6:30 -8:30 p.m. beginning June 19. The programs This is only a partial listing of the 60 piece Brooklyn Com- end August 12. The registration fee is $20. munity Band's Summer Schedule. Our schedule consists of NON - COMPETITIVE SOFTBALL - Would you like to play between 10 and 12 band concerts; check your local paper soft ball while having fun with friends? This program will for a final schedule the third week in May. Hope to see you focus on learning rules, regulations and skills and also at the concerts. playing games in a fun non - competitive atmosphere. The program is open to individuals of all abilities and BROADWAY DROP -IN designed for those who have some sports knowledge The Broadway Drop -In Center is part of the Northwest Hen- and the desire and skill to learn and participate in a team nepin Community support program. It is a social recreation sport. The program meets at Cedar Island School, 6777 program for adults in Northwest Hennepin who have ex- Hemlock Lane, Maple Grove, Fridays, June 21- August perienced mental health difficulties. The drop -in center 16, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. The fee is $15. offers a variety of activities ranging from table games, TEEN BOWING LEAGUE - Meet new friends at our popular athletics, socialization, and art, individual living skills and bowling league on Monday afternoons. For teens with community outings. Most activities offered are at little or no developmental disabilities ages 12 -17 years old. The cost to the participant. If you would like more information league meets at Doyles, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal on on the program please contact Mary at 535 -6069. A caen- Mondays 2 -4 p.m., June 17- August 12. The league fee is dar of events is available upon request. Come see us at: $17 plus $2.50 for each Monday bowled. 5510 W. Broadway /Crystal Gallery Mall, Room 215. AUGUST ACTION - A summertime social /recreation pro- gram designed for children with developmental dis- SERVICES TO SENIORS AND DISABLED abilities, ages 5 -1 1 years old. August Action will meet four The Community Emergency Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) consecutive Wednesdays beginning August 7, 9:30 a.m. offers chore service and home delivered meals to those - Noon at Zanewood Community Center, 7200 Zane Ave. eligible, over 60 years of age, and disabled persons of any N., Brooklyn Park. The registration fee is $10. age living in Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, and south to 49th Ave. N. in Mpls. The meals are hot and nutritionally COURAGE CENTER balanced, are delivered by volunteers at noon Monday through Friday. Is an agency serving persons with physical disabilities, or speech, hearing and vision disorders. Training and recrea- The Chore Program includes yard work, minor home repairs, tion and competitive opportunities in team and individual window washing, housekeeping, and spring clean -up. sports are provided. There are adaptive physical educa- Workers are skills -bank applicants whose references are tion classes, day camp, field trips and special events. If you thoroughly checked. Their name is added to our list of are interested and want to have fun, call Karyl Hoeger workers and referred to you when you call for service . You 520 -0495. pay the worker when the job is completed. Contact Terry or Lois at 566 -9600. 16 Adult Activities CHILDCARE SERVICE AEROBIC SUMMER DROP -IN CARD The "PLAY CORNER" will be provided for parents attending Want to exercise but... morning exercise classes at the community center. The It's too hot outside. minimum age is six months. The cost is 75 cents for each You want to bring a guest? child. After classes, parents are invited to relax in our con- You can't commit to a summer exercise schedule. cession area before picking up their child. The "PLAY It's raining and you can't play golf! CORNER" will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 -1 1:15 a.m. Just passing through town. Here's a perfect solution for you; design your own AEROBIC DANCE CLASS schedule!!! Aerobic classes (excluding step aerobics and aqua exercise) can be interchanged to accommodate All aerobic classes offer complete and effective con- your busy schedule. Aerobic drop -in cards are designed for ditioning for muscles, heart and lungs. people who cannot commit to the same exercise class Classes include warmups, aerobic movements, every week. Drop -in when it fits your schedule. Cards are muscle group work and cool down stretching. only valid for summer. They are non - transferable and non- - Wear comfortable clothes and aerobic shoes. refundable. Sometimes circumstances beyond our control required us to cancel a class; therefore, it is the responsibility All classes are COED unless noted in the class descrip- of the individual to check the current schedule. Now there's tion. no reason not to exercise with us! Fitness experts encourage three aerobic activities per CARD OPTIONS week. This can be a combination of classes or classes # 92 10 Classes ............. $15.00 and walking, swimming, biking, etc. # 93 5 Classes ............. $ 7.50 Classes are 50 minutes in length unless noted in the # 94 1 Class .................. $2.50 class description. STEP AEROBICS - NEW Childcare available for morning weekday classes - Step Aerobics, the hottest and newest trend in aerobic See Childcare, fitness! This fun class provides the benefits of low impact Exercise in air conditioned comfort. cardiovascular conditioning and strength training, espe- cially in the legs and buttocks. Men & women love the basic Classes will not be held July 1 -6. movements this popular class offers. Registration Fee $18.00 /10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructors Linda Bauch- : • BONUS witz # 95, Bev Wilson # 96, Deb Eldridge # 97. For each aerobic # Day Begins Time Location • complimentary passes to use during the 95 Wed. June 12 7:00 p.m. CC session. summer 96 Thurs. June 13 10:15 a.m. CC 97 Thurs. June 13 7:00 p.m. CC BEGINNING LOW IMPACT AEROBICS AEROBIC /STEP COMBO -NEW Not to be taken lightly! Everyone has to start somewhere, why not this class! Easy to follow, hands -on instruction This Saturday class combines our regular low impact and low impact, too ... easy on your joints. Registration aerobics with the newest trend of step aerobics. Whether Fee $15.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min. you want a break from a hectic week or just one more Instructor Vicki Syslo. opportunity to exercise; this class will be fun! Registration Fee # Day Begins Time Location $12.00/8 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Peggy Broberg. 86 Mon. June 10 7:00 p.m. CC # Day Begins Time Location 98 Sat. June 15 9:00 a.m. CC INTERMEDIATE LOW IMPACT AEROBICS This low impact class is at a little faster pace -FUN- TEEN AEROBICS - NEW challenging. Receive all the benefits of a good workout See Teen Activities for information. without the jumping and jarring of regular aerobics. Registration Fee $15.00/10 Sessions. Classes 50 min., In- DON'T BE DISAPPOINTED structors Vicki Syslo # 87, Linda Bauchwitz # 89, Most of the programs or activities offered in this brochure Deb Eldridge # 91, Bev Wilson #'s 88, 90. have a minimum and maximum number of registrants to # Day Begins Time Location operate. Some programs fill to capacity within a few day of 87 Mon. June 10 6:00 p.m. CC the beginning of registration. In other cases, we have to 88 Tues. June 11 9:15 a.m. CC cancel activities several days before the starting date if they 89 Wed. June 12 6:00 p.m. CC appear to be under enrolled. There have been several 90 Thurs. June 13 9:15 a.m. CC instances where individuals have expressed interest in a 91 Thurs. June 13 6:00 p.m. CC program that has already been canceled. In either case, it is highly advantageous to you to REGISTER EARLY! 17 ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED FITNESS AND FUN FOR 55+ AQUA EXERCISE - COED For men and women 55 years and older new to exercise Exercise in water for better health and trimmer figure. You who want a gentle, low stress workout. Time marches on, but do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. if we keep our sense of humor and exercise, we can feel Enjoy a pleasant and invigorating exercise experience and look better. Using music of the big band era, this class done to music. Some aerobics will also be included. No class will strive to improve flexibility, muscle tone and the vascular July 2, 4 & 6. Classes 50 min. Instructors Lisa Dietz # 107, system at a level safe and comfortable for you. Although Vicki Syslo #'s 106, 108, 109, 110. this is a program directed towards individuals 55 years and CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $13.50/9 SESSIONS older, interested individuals of variable ages may attend on # Day Begins Time location a space available basis. Wear loose fitting clothes and 106 Sat. June 22 10:30 a.m. CC tennis shoes. No class July 2. Registration Fee $7.50 /10 Ses- sions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Bev Wilson. CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $12.00/8 SESSIONS 107 Tues. June 25 6:00 p.m. North View # Day Begins Time Location 108 Thurs. June 27 7:00 p.m. North View 99 Tues. June 11 10:15 a.m. CC CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $6.00/4 WEEKS SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE 109 Tues. Aug. 27 10:15 a.m. CC A fun and healthy class for both men and women 62 years 110 Thurs. Aug. 29 9:15 a.m. CC and older. (Only one spouse must meet age requirement.) AQUA -BIG, HEALTHY &FIT You do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. Please furnish your doctor's name and number when Good health and fitness should not be out of reach for you registering. Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo. because you feel overweight. Rediscover the joy of move- ment through this popular co -ed class. Aqua exercise is fun, CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $6.75/9 Sessions refreshing and leaves you with a feeling of exhilaration. You # Day Begins Time Location do not need to be a swimmer or put your face in the water. 100 Sat. June 22 9:30 a.m. CC No class July 2 & 4. Registration Fee $12.00/8 Sessions. Clas- (No class July 6) ses 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo # 112, Lisa Dietz # 111. CLASSES ONCE A WEEK $3.00/4 Weeks # Day Begins Time Location 101 Tues. Aug. 27 9:15 a.m. CC 11 1 Tues. June 25 7:00 p.m. North View 102 Tues. Aug. 27 11:10 a.m. CC 112 Thurs. June 27 6:00 p.m. North View 103 Thurs. Aug. 29 10:15 a.m. CC 104 Thurs. Aug. 29 11:10 a.m. CC EXERCISE FACILITIES /PROGRAMS AQUA EXERCISE DROP -IN * Healthbeat - An outdoor one mile exercise course, com- bining a complete physical fitness program with outdoor Busy schedule? Take a break from your hectic week and participate in this popular form of exercise. The first 15 fun for the whole family. The course begins and ends at the north end of Central Park, convenient for individuals minutes will be open swimming where you do your own t interested in using the facilities at the community center. thing, perhaps water walking followed by 35 minutes of fun Each station in the course provides three different levels and invigorating exercises done to music. You need not be of exercise. a swimmer or put your face in the water. No class July 1. Register for the 8 week session and save money or pay each *Shingle Creek Trailway - Separate trails for bikers and time. Registration Fee $12.00/8 Sessions or $2.50 per time. hikers. A pleasant three mile walk or bicycle ride parallel - Classes 50 min. Instructor Vicki Syslo. ing Shingle Creek and accessible from the community center. The trail presently connects from Palmer Lake # Day Begins Time Location Nature Area to Lions Park and with the Minneapolis sys- 105 Mon. June 24 8:05 p.m. North View tem. Chlorine treated water are not discolor responsible. o NOTICE parks and recreation department does not provide accident insurance for participants in any of its programs. Participants assume all inherent risk of injury from their involvement in programs or activities outlined AQUA EXERCISE DROP -IN VOUCHERS in this brochure. Vouchers may be purchased for aqua exercise classes which do not reach the maximum enrollment. Call after ADULT TENNIS LESSONS June 10 for an update of classes which may use vouchers. Instruction for adults. Intermediate students must have had This option is perfect for out -of -town guests or if you can't previous lessons and be familiar with basic swings, serves commit to a regular schedule. Vouchers must be purchased and etiquette. Bring your own racquet; balls are furnished. at the community center before attending class and are Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. Registration Fee only valid for the summer classes. $16.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Beginning #'s 113, 116, Intermediate #'s 114, 115. Instructor Brian Johnson. # Day Begins Time Location 113 M & W June 17 6:10 p.m. BCHS 114 M & W June 17 7:15 p.m. BCHS 115 W & M July 17 6:10 p.m. BCHS 116 W & M July 17 7:15 p.m. BCHS 18 ADULT ACTIVITIES CONTINUED COMMUNITY TRIPSTERS 55 ALIVE/ MATURE DRIVING Community Tripsters is a program for people age 55 years 55 Alive /Mature Driving is an innovative, classroom driver and older who enjoy getting away once a month on day or training program designed to help persons 55 and older overnight trips. Trips will include tours, attending stage improve their driving skills. Developed by the American production, horse racing and other popular events. If you Association of Refired Persons, the course covers the effects are interested in such outings and meeting new friends from of aging and medications on driving, basic driving rules, the surrounding area, join us. Deadline dates listed are on a license renewal, local traffic hazards, adverse road condi- space permitting basis only. Refunds given only if trip Is tions, energy saving, and accident prevention measures. canceled or a substitute can be found to. take your place. The registration fee of $8 per person covers the cost of Bus departs and returns to Brooklyn Center Community Cen- course materials and instruction is provided free. The instruc- ter. On extended trips, refund policies are very liberal. tion is provided by trained volunteer instructors. Your check Call 569 -3400. Registration accepted immediately. or money order should be made out to AARP. (Cash cannot May 30, July 18, Sept. 19- CANTERBURY DOWNS - be accepted.) Advanced registration is required, no walk - Minnesota's horse racing track is off for ins the day of class. Registration accepted immediately. This another exciting season. Bus departs ap- two session course should be viewed as an education semi - proximately 5:15 p.m., and returns 11 p.m. nar which has no connection to your driving record and Cost of $8 per person includes bus does not involve driving or testing. You will learn the basic transportation, reserved indoor seating, accident avoidance skills while meeting insurance discount program and escort. Paid reservation requirements. Bring your own refreshments. Registration Fee deadline is on a space permitting basis. $8.00/2 Sessions. Classes 4 hour. Instructors Wilson /Luby # 117, May 30 - Registration deadline, May 1. Gremban # 118, Dorff /Lindquist #'s 119, 120. July 18 - Registration deadline, June 17. # Day Begins Time Location Sept. 19 - Registration deadline, August 19. 117 M & T May 20 Noon CC 118 W & W June 12 5:30 p.m. BCHS June 27 - FISHING TRIP - Back by popular request to 119 W & TH June 19 9:00 a.m. BCHS Lake Mille Lacs, Fisher's Resort. Cost of 120 W & TH July 17 9:00 a.m. BCHS $27 /person includes motor coach transporation, fishing, and a great dinner POTTERY before heading home. Approximate time: The class is designed to teach the basic skills of throwing and 11 a.m. - 9p.m. June 13 registration dead- hand building. The community center offers a unique op- line, space permitting. portunity to practice your new skills by including in the August 22 - MINNESOTA TWINS GAME -Join in on the registration fee class for projects, unlimited practice time fun when we head for the "Dome ". We and firing fees. Bring a workshirt to the first class. Please allow have reserved seating in the upper deck. about $6 for purchasing of tools. No class Aug. 13 & 20. Approximately 11 a.m. - 4p.m. Call for Registration Fee $36.00 /7 Sessions. Classes 3 hours. details. Registration deadline, July 29. Instructor Karen Haberle. August 26 - MINNESOTA STATE FAIR - Today is Senior # Day Begins Time Location Day at the fair when persons 65 and over 121 Tues. May 14 6:30 p.m. CC will be admitted free. Transportation will be 122 Tues. July 16 6:30 p.m. CC offered for $2 per person. The bus departs at 7:30 a.m. and returns approximately 3:15 LAB AND FIRING PRIVILEGES p.m. August 19 registration deadline, Open to persons who have completed a pottery class at space permitting. the community center or have had previous experience October 5 -11 - PLANES, TRAINS AND SLOT MACHINES - and are familiar with the equipment. Lab may be used on an unlimited basis other than class time and students may Everyone is a winner on this innovative have pieces fired in the seven week period. The lab program Holiday Tour. Fly to Denver for sightseeing in is designed for individuals who want to work independently. the "Mile High City." Then board Amtrak for Clay may be purchased at the community center. Arrange a spectacular scenic excursion through your own time to work in the lab during the seven weeks. No Colorado, Utah & Nevada. Return by instruction. Starting week corresponds with pottery class plane after a fun - filled three night stay in schedule at the community center. Registration Fee glittering Las Vegas. Round trip airport S26.00/7 weeks for new lab students. For returning par - transportation offered from Brooklyn Cen- ticipants, please check with instructor. ter and New Hope City Hall. Cost per per- son is $849, double occupancy. (Triple, # Day Begins Time Location quad and single available.) $50 deposit is 123 To Be Arranged CC due by June 19 to hold a space for this To Be Arranged CC fabulous trip! MINI -500 TOURNAMENT Space does not allow complete details of these trips. If you Minimum age 18. No pre -sign up, just bring a partner. Cost are interested, and would like more information sent to you, $2,50 per person, includes coffee. All players agree to abide please call 569 -3400. by the rules of the tournament. Tournaments are run by Senior Adult Volunteers on Saturday, June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17, at the Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway. Park and enter on the lower level. Questions, call 569 -3400. 19 Teen Activities TEEN AEROBICS - NEW TEEN TENNIS LESSONS Join the fun in this invigorating and challenging low impact Instruction for students in grades 7 and up. Intermediate aerobics class just for teens. Enjoy working out to the music students must have taken lessons and be familiar with basic of M.C. Hammer, and other favorites in this non - competitive swings, serves and etiquette. Bring your own racquet; balls workout. This is your first step toward aerobic fitness and a are furnished. Classes meet twice a week for 3 weeks. In lifetime of feeling and looking better. Wear tennis shoes and case of rain, meet at park shelter building. Registration Fee loose fitting clothing. For grades 7 and up. Registration Fee $16.00/6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. Beginning # 127, Inter - $7.00/6 Sessions. Classes 50 min. Instructor Peggy Broberg, mediate # 128. Instructor Brian Johnson. # Day Begins Time Location # Day Begins Time Location 124 Mon. June 17 7:00 p.m. North View 127 M & W June 17 5:05 p.m. BCHS 128 W & M July 17 5:05 P.M. BCHS BEGINNING MODELING For girls in grade 5 and up who are interested in learning SUMMER CONDITIONING about makeup, hair care and styling, skin care, colors for self A total group fitness class for junior and senior high age improvement and self esteem. Class will be highlighted with groups. Activities include: daily stretching exercises to in- a fashion show by the girls for their friends and family the last crease flexibility, weight- training to build strength, night. Registration Fee $12.00 /6 Sessions. Classes 1 hour. plyometric exercise to improve running speed, and car - Instructor Charlene Lubrecht. diovascular endurance training for the heart -lung system. # Day Begins Time Location Class will meet for four weeks each session. Participants may 125 Wed. June 19 6:30 p.m. North View register for either one or both sessions. The program utilizes 126 Wed. June 19 7:30 p.m. North View the weight facilities at Park Center High School, one of the state's finest. Course is open to all male and female athletes BOY'S SLO -PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE grades 8 -12. Registration Fee $50.00/1 Session, $60.00 /2 Ses- sions. Classes 2 hours. Instructors Park Center Coaches: An organized, recreational boy's slo -pitch softball league Mike Barnes, Conn McCarton & Dave Bauer. will be offered this summer in cooperation with other # Day Begins Time Location Northwest suburban park & recreation departments. Form your own team or call 569 -3400 to be placed on a team. 129 M -F June 17 10:30 a.m. PCHS Practice begins in early June. The registration fee is $20 per 130 M -F July 15 10:30 a.m. PCHS person which includes a shirt. Register by May 15. JR. HIGH FAST PITCH SOFTBALL Division 1: Boys, ages 13 -15 as of August 1, 1991 For junior high teens in grades 7 -9 during the 1990 -91 school Division 2: Boys, ages 16 -18 as of August 1, 1991 year. This camp is designed to give players the opportunity to learn and practice the skills of fast pitch softball. Skills to GIRLS' SLO -PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE be covered will include bunting, hitting, pitching, base run - There will be a girl's slo -pitch league for grades 7 -9 again ning, throwing mechanics and defensive skills. Time will be this summer. Teams from Brooklyn -Center, Robbinsdale and spent developing individual as well as team skills. Registra- Brooklyn Park play in the league. tion Fee $20.00/5 weeks. Classes 2 hours. Instructor Park Center Sr. High Varsity Coach, Pam Hennen. There will be a girl's slo -pitch league for grades 10-12 with teams form Brooklyn Center, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, # Day Begins Time Location Minnetonka and Fridley. 131 M & W June 17 1:00 p.m. Central Park Grades are as of May 1, 1991. The deadline to sign up for both leagues is May 15. The registration fee of $27 per player includes a shirt. Swim Activities Swim registration starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 4. All PARENT AND TOT SWIM LESSONS , other class registrations begin at 1 p.m. (Numbers will be Water adjustment and beginning swim lessons for children 2 given out one hour before registration). WHEN REGISTER- and 3. One parent must accompany the child in the water, ING FOR SWIMMING LESSONS PLEASE GIVE US THE NUMBER preferably the same parent each time. PLUS THE LETTER OF SESSION. Registration Fee$ 20.00/10 Lessons, Classes 30 min. Community Center - Session A, E, H SUMMER SWIM SESSIONS Meets Monday - Friday A - June 17 -28 F - July 22 -Aug. 2 (# 132 9:00 a.m.) B -June 24 -July 5 G - July 29 -Aug. 9 North View Jr. High School - Session C -July 1 -12 H - Aug. 12 -23 Meets Monday & Wednesday D - July 8 -19 1 - June 24 -July 24 (# 133 6:05 p.m.) (# 134 6:40 p.m.) E - July 15-26 SESSIONS B & C - NO CLASS JULY 4 20 SWIM ACTIVITIES CONTINUED CHILDREN'S SWIM LESSONS LIFEGUARD TRAINING American Red Cross Swimming Instruction, beginner A Red Cross course to provide the necessary minimum skills through swimmer. Classes have an average ratio of 5 stu- for a person to qualify to serve as a nonsurf lifeguard. dents /instructor. Children's swim lessons for 4 and older. Participants must be 15 years of age before the first class, Parents do not accompany child in the water. Registration swim 500 yards continuously using each of the following Fee $20.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. strokes for at least 50 yards: crawl, breaststroke, elementary Community Center - Session A, C, E, G, H backstroke and sidestroke, recover a 10 pound diving brick Meets Monday - Friday from 9 feet of water, swim under water 15 yards, and tread (# 135 9:00 a.m.) (# 136 9:35 a.m.) (# 137 10:10 a.m.) water 1 minute. The Red Cross Standard First Aid course is an (# T38 10:45 a.m.) (# 139 11:20 a.m.) included part of this program, Thurs., July 18 & August 1 5:30 -9:30 p.m. All classes must be attended and absences North View Jr. High School - Session B, D, F will not be made up. Registration Fee $78.00/7 Sessions. Meets Monday - Friday Classes 4 hours. No refunds after June 19. (# 140 12:20 p.m.) (# 141 12:55 p.m.) # Day Begins Time Location North View Jr. High School - Session 1 150 Wed. June 26 6:00 p.m. NVJH Meets Monday & Wednesday (# 142 5:30 p.m.) (# 143 6:05 p.m.) ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS (# 144 6:40 p.m.) (# 145 7:15 p.m.) Swimming lessons for children and adults of all ages who are physically and /or mentally handicapped. Classes have a SENIOR ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS ratio of one student to one instructor. Registration Fee American Red Cross swim lessons for men and women ages $20.00/ 10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 62 years and older. Here is a chance to brush up on skill you North View Jr. High School - Session D, F have already learned, experience new skills or just start right Meets Monday - Friday from the very beginning. We also have room for "Super (# 151 12:55 p.m.) Chickens." Registration Fee $ 28.50/ 10 Lessons. Classes same days and times as adult lessons. Brooklyn Center residents DIVING $14.75/ 10 Lessons. Beginning springboard lessons for children who are ad- vance beginner or better swimmers. Registration Fee BEGINNING ADULT SWIM LESSONS $22.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min. For those with very little swimming experience. Here's your Community Center - Session A, E, G, H chance to learn with other adults just like you! Open to high Meets Monday - Friday school age and up. Registration Fee $28.50/10 Lessons. (# 152 11:20a.m.) Classes 40 min. Community Center - Session A, E, H Chlorine treated water CAN discolor swim suits; Meets Monday - Friday sorry we are not responsible. (# 146 11:20 a.m.) North View Jr. High School - Session I SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING Meets Monday & Wednesday Do you like dancing and music? Are you an advanced (# 147 7:15 p.m.) beginner swimmer or better? Combine all three in begin- ning synchronized swimming! Learn basic stunts and forma - INTERMEDIATE ADULT SWIM LESSONS tions in the water and develop routines. Registration Fee For those adults who are comfortable in the water and wish $22.00/10 Lessons. Classes 30 min, to brush up on strokes, learn new strokes, or work on en- Community Center - Session C, G _ durance. Open to high school age and up. Registration Fee Meets Monday - Friday S28.50/10 Lessons. Classes 40 min. (# 153 11:20 a.m.) Community Center - Session C, G Meets Monday - Friday COMMUNITY CENTER POOL RENTAL (# 148 11:20 a.m.) The Community Center pool is available for rental by your North View Jr. High School - Session I group or party at various times during the week. Call Donna at 569 -3400 for further information. Meets Monday & Wednesday (# 149 7:15 p.m.) NORTH VIEW OPEN SWIM Begins * Monday- Friday, June 24 - August 2, 3 -4 p.m. NORTH VIEW POOL AND GYM RENTAL Cost $1.00 per person. The North View Jr. High Pool and gymnasium, located at 69th and Zane Avenue North are available for rental at AQUA EXERCISE various times during the week. Reservations are requested See Adult Exercise for information. a minimum of two weeks in advance. Call Donna at 569 -3400 for further information. When registering, use child's grade as of Fall 199 1. 21 SWIM ACTIVITIES CONTINUED EMERGENCY WATER SAFETY BASIC WATER SAFETY A Red Cross course designed to help participants become Learn how to take care of yourself and others while around familiar with potential hazards of water activities, to prevent the water or boating. Basic rescues, rescue breathing, safe accidents, and to respond effectively if an emergency canoeing, and other skills will be taught. Open to age 9 and does occur. This course will riot qualify a participant to be up. A good pre - lifeguard training class. Red Cross book a lifeguard, however it will serve as a foundation for further included in fee. Registration Fee $28.00/ 10 Lessons. Classes training in lifeguarding. This course is open to anyone that 1 hour. has passed Intermediate Swimming, and Basic Water Community Center - Session E Safety. Bring these two certificates to the first class. All Meets Monday - Friday classes must be attended and absences will not be made up. Registration Fee $28.00./10 Lessons. Classes 1 hour. (# 156 10:45 a.m.) Community Center - S essions H Meets Monday - Friday SPECIAL MONTHLY POOL ATTRACTIONS (# 154 10:45) T NOTICE b IV n .. The parks and recreation department does not provide r accident insurance for participants in any of its programs. Participants assume all inherent risk of injury from their involvement in programs or activities outlined `7 I x in this brochure. . }a r v, .. INTRO. TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING - NEW * May 18 - Picnic At The Pool, 6 - 9 p.m. "Saturday Night A class designed for swimmer level students and above Live." Bring along a picnic to eat on the pool deck or who are interested in learning some of the skills which are purchase hot dogs, chips and punch at special unique to competitive swimming - the butterfly stroke, prices. All ages are invited for food, music, games racing dives, and flip turns, as well as practicing the other and lots of fun. competitive swimming strokes. Registration Fee $20.00/10 Sessions. Classes 1/2 hour. Mickey's Funtastic Friday Beach Parties Community Center - Session A, C, E, G 1 -4 p.m. Meets Monday-Friday June 28 - July 26 - August 23 (# 155 10:45 a.m.) CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US Join us for a very special Friday each summer month! Celebrate your birthday with us. Come to the community Bring along your favorite air mattress, inner tube, beach center on your birthday and with one paid admission or ball, or floating animal! Float and swim to music, play more (friend or family) you get in FREE. For small groups, call games, and win prizes! Hot dogs, chips, and punch will ahead and we'll arrange a room for you to have your be sold on the pool deck. All ages are invited for a birthday cake. A great way to get into the swim of things super, funtastic, great time! on your birthday. For more information call 569 -3400. BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB * Admission to The Saturday Night Live is $1.75 (17 and Q Q What's next offer swim lessons? BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB. If under). $2.50 (18 and over). you want to participate in a fun as well as competitive swim Memberships, passes, and program, consider the BROOKLYN SWIM CLUB. BSC is an coupons will not be honored. O / affiliate of United States Swimming and is open to all youth All persons remaining in the six years through college age. The swim club offers a wide building will be charged the range of programs for individuals of all levels of ability in admission fee. competitive swimming. For further information call Jim Riess .' at 560 -7556 or Jesse Thomas at 529 -2551. A free two week trial period is offered to any interested swimmer who has ** Funtastic Friday Beach Parties - regular pool never tried competitive swimming. BSC is sponsored by the admission prices. Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park Parks and Recreation _ . Departments. PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Private swim lessons are available at the community center and North View Jr. High. For registration information contact Donna, 569 -3400. Registration Fee $9.00/1 Lesson or �L $40.00/5 Lessons. Classes 30 min. 22 Senior Adult Activities If you have any questions about the programs listed below, call Kathy Flesher, Senior Adult Coordinator, 569 -3400. SPECIAL SENIOR REGISTRATION FITNESS & FUN FOR 55+ Friday, See Adult Activities for information. years A special time has been set aside for persons 62 . older - . - adult activities in this SWIMMING POOL brochure. NUMBERS HANDED OUT Registration Senior Adult memberships are available for Brooklyn Center begins at I I a.m. residents 62 years and older, at a special rate of $24, for three months, or $10 for on month. Application may be SENIOR HAPPENINGS made at the community center desk. Non - residents and Is a monthly newsletter sponsored by the Brooklyn Center resident seniors not interested in membership may swim at Parks and Recreation Department. The "Senior Happenings" senior adult single admission rate of $1.75 per time. tell activities going on at the clubs, in the community and outings offered. Call for yours today! GIFT TRUNK A craft club run by Seniors who sell their handcrafted items. TRANSPORTATION Membership is limited to Brooklyn Center Seniors or members Mini - coaches will provide transportation to city sponsored of either Leisure Time or Brooklyn Twins. For more information activities, grocery shopping, and major shopping excursions call 561 -9278 or 561 -4805. Shoppers, visit the Gift Trunk on the from Brooklyn Center apartment complexes. A donation of first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $1 round trip is asked: however, those unable to make a Selected items are on display and are available for pur- donation will not be turned away. For information about the chase at the Brooklyn Center Community Center Five Cities Transportation Program, call Rita DeBruyn 537 - throughout the year. The Gift Trunk will be open during 4534 ext. 33. To make a reservation call 537 -0229. registration, Saturday, May 4, 8 a.m. -2 p.m. SOCIAL CLUBS 55 ALIVE /MATURE DRIVING Two social clubs are sponsored by Brooklyn Center Parks and See Adult Activities for information. Recreation Department at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. Transportation is available through the Five Cities BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Transportation Program from Brooklyn Center apartment Free screening is done at the following areas: complexes. See Transportation. Leisure Time Club - Meets Wednesdays throughout the year BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER - 6301 Shingle from 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Bring your lunch, beverage avail- Creek Parkway. Last Wednesday of each month. able. 10:30 a.m. -Noon. CEAP - 7231 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Twins Club - Meets the first & third Friday of each Thursday, 10 a.m. -Noon. month, Sept. -June 7 from 7 -9:30 p.m. WEST FIRE STATION - 6250 Brooklyn Blvd. Monday- Friday, 8 -10 p.m., "BRIDGE FOR FUN" Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. -8 p.m. Join other bridge players who get together for a friendly afternoon of bridge. We will play the first & third Thursday of T.A.P. each month at 1 p.m. Please note: New participants must Telephone Assurance Program for elderly and hand - make a reservation to attend. Call 569 -3400 for reservations icapped who live alone. The program has helped several and /or questions. Bridge held at Earle Brown Commons person with immediate needs, in some cases emergency Apartments, 6100 Summit Dr. N. This activity is open to the situations. If you are interested in the program for yourself or public. a friend, contact a TAP clerk at 566 -0157. We really care about our participants! Sponsored by the Brooklyn Center MINI 500 TOURNAMENTS Police Department. See Adult Activities for information. TRIPS AND OUTINGS SENIOR ADULT SWIM LESSONS See Page 19 Community Tripsters. See Swim Activities for information. SERVICES FOR SENIORS & DISABLED SENIOR AQUA EXERCISE See Special Activities for information on chore services and See Adult Activities for information. meals. 23 CITY OF B ROO K L N 6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY 3 BROOKLYN CENTER, MINNESOTA 55430 C ENTER (612) 569 -3400 BROOKLYN CENTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION - 569 -3400 PARKS AND RECREATION 1. All registration must be made at the parks and recreation office ADVISORY COMMISSION in the Brooklyn Center Community Center beginning Saturday, The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the third Tuesday of May4 (Except where noted in class descriptions). NUMBERS WILL each month, 7:30 p.m., Council Chambers. This Commission ad- BE GIVEN OUT ONE HOUR PRIOR TO REGISTRATION. vises the City Council on the Parks and Recreation Program in SWIM REGISTRATION for lessons conducted at the community Brooklyn Center. center and North View Jr. High pools will begin at 9 a.m. at the community center. Sorry mail registration will not be accepted Bud Sorenson, Chairperson -Dave Skeels - Art Mead OTHER CLASS AND ACTIVITY REGISTRATION begins at 1 p.m. John Russell - Tom Shinnick - Don Peterson Registrations made by mail will not be processed before Mon. Sarah Robinson Pollock May & SENIOR ADULT REGISTRATION begins Friday, May 3 at 11 a.m. THE BROOKLYN CENTER SORRY, NO PHONE REGISTRATIONS. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 2, On the opening day of registration, Saturday, May 4, a person Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may share may sign up for himself or his immediate family ONLY. After this in the God given right to beauty, to sunshine, to tranquility, and to date, you may register for as many as you wish. the end that each may herein find the laughter of childhood, the 3. The parks and recreation office in the community center is open acceptance of youth, the fulfillment of adult life, and the com- Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. -10 p.m.: Saturday, 8:30 panionship of old age, through a health, satisfying use of leisure a.m -.9 p.m., Sunday 12:30 p.m.- 6 p.m. time. 4. Where classes are limited, registration will be on a first come -first serve basis. Persons are not considered registered until the fee Arnie Mavis - Director of Recreation has been paid. The parks and recreation department reserves Joe Ericksen - Program Supervisor the right to cancel classes or activities when an insufficient Kathy Flesher - Program Supervisor number of people sign up. Susan LaCrosse - Program Supervisor 5. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at the Donna Powers - Aquatic Supervisor activity location. Kurt Johnson - Golf Course Manager 6. Should you find it necessary to switch sessions, it may be done if an opening exists by paying a 50 cents transfer fee. All transfers must be done in person at the community center. Individual REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY. classes may not be made up. WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE MONDAY, MAY 6, 1991 7, The following policy will be in effect except where noted in the class description. Requests for refunds must be mode at least 24 hours BEFORE the FIRST class session. There will be a $3 service " Name charge If you find it necessary to cancel after the first class, (Last) (First) make your request 24 hours BEFORE the SECOND class. The class will be prorated plus there will be a $ 4'service charge.= Address 8. Persons who register for an activity where capacity enrollment (zip) has already been reached will go on a waiting list. Additional classes may be formed if there are sufficient requests and if space and a competent instructor is available. (Phone) (Work Phone) 9. Senior adults, 62 years and older, who are residents of Brooklyn Center may enjoy most activity classes at 1/2 the registration Activity fee. This does not apply to supplies or special senior classes (Location) which are at a special rate. 10. Check schedule for beginning date of each class. Class # _ _ Time _ _ 11. Sorry, no trip refunds, unless canceled by the parks & recreation department. Child's Age 12. Class attendance is limited to participants. Spectators, including parents, are not allowed except with permission. This includes Class Day Amount _ children.