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THE BROOKLYN CENTER
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT GIRLS GYMNASTICS CLUB
Dedicated to the Citizens of Brooklyn Center that they may All girls, ages 1st through 121h grades. Join the Brooklyn Center
share in the God given right to beauty,to sunshine,to tran- Girls Gymnastics Club and progress from the basic fundamentals to
quility: And to the end that each may herein find the State AAU competition. Here's how — first, girls can register for
laughter of childhood, the acceptance of youth, the fulfill- lessons in Phase I, which is designed for beginners. There are three
ment of adult life, and the companionship of old age, divisions in this phase as well as in Phase II and Phase III. They are
through a healthy, satisfying use of leisure time. (A) tumbling (B) apparatus, and (C) floor exercise. After girls com-
Eugene H. Hagel — Director plete proficiency in Phase I— A, B,or C,they may advance (only with
Arnie Mavis—Supt. of Recreation instructors authorization — girls may have to repeat a class in order to
Doug Bryant—Asst. Supt. Rec. advance) to Phase II — A, B, or C. Phase 11 is designed for inter-
Kathy Deste iah—Program Supervisor mediates. Also, girls may test out of an entire phase or a division if
The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department is located
they have had considerable training and experience.
in both the City Hall and the Community Center at 6301 Shingle Example: After a girl successfully completes Phase I she
Creek Parkway. The Community Center office is open from 8:30 qualifies for Phase II — B. However, if she has not completed
A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Monday—Saturday; 1:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Phase I — A or C she does not qualify for Phase II — A or C.
Sunday. The phone number is 561-5448. Club Members receive quality instruction from high school coaches,
letters about classes and events,and qualify for clinics at a reduced fee.
BROOKLYN CENTER Eventually after members have graduated from Phase 11, we will offer
PARK AND RECREATION Phase III which is AAU competition.
ADVISORY COMMISSION
Phase I — A Tumbling— Begins week of January 14
Chairman— Robert Zerban
Roger Pickering Gerald Johnson Mondays Garden City School
Jan Grannes Michele Roche 1st through 3rd 3:05 P.M.to 4:20 P.M.
CIVIC GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS 4th through 6th 4:20 P.M.to 5:35 P.M.
Wednesdays Palmer Lake School
1st through 3rd 3:20 P.M.to 4:35 P.M.
The Park and Recreation Department maintains a file containing infor- 4th through 6th 3:35 P.M.to 5:50 P.M.
mation on the organizations listed below and agrees to serve as a clear-
ing house and referral service for inquiries regarding these groups. Thursdays Orchard Lane School
Call the Park and Recreation office for further information. 1 st through 3rd 3:35 P.M.to 4:50 P.M.
(Groups not listed who wish to be included are invited to contact the 4th through 6th 4:50 P.M.to 6:05 P.M.
Park and Recreation office.)
Phase I — B Apparatus — Begins January 19
Alcoholics Anonymous League of Women Voters Saturdays North View Jr. High
American Association of Hennepin County Public 1st through 3rd 9:00 A.M.to 10:15 A.M.
University Women Library Brooklyn Center 4th through 6th 10:20 A.M.to 11:35 A.M.
American Legion Post No.630 Branch 7th Grade and up 11:40 A.M.to 12:55 P.M.
North Hennepin Artists Assoc. LaLeche League
Babe Ruth League Little League—American Phase I I — A Tumbling— Begins January 19
City Band Little League— National Saturdays Brooklyn Center High School
Boy Scouts of America Lions Club 1st through 6th 9:00 A.M.to 10:15 A.M.
Bridge Club North Suburban Toastmistress 7th Grade and up 10:20 A.M.to 11:35 A.M.
Campfire Girls Club
Chamber of Commerce North Suburban Community Phase I I — B Apparatus— Begins January 19
Brooklyn Center Harmonettes Theatre
Brooklyn Historical Society Parents Without Partners Saturdays Brooklyn Center High School
All Intermediates 11:40 A.M.to 12:55 P.M.
Children's Chorus Republican Club
Citizens Committee for Better Senior Citizens Club *All sessions 8 weeks. Fee for all classes $9.00. Minimum 12— Max-
Government, Inc. Brooklyn Twins imum 16 per class.
D.F.L.Club Beaverbrook Sportsman Club
4—H Early Bird Toastmasters Club COACHES OPEN GYM AND TESTING
Garden Club ?almer Lake V.F.W. Post 3915
Girl Scout Council of Mpls. Pounds Watchers Club
Girl Scout Service Unit (WOWS, DEBS,SOS) Only open to girls who are registered in one of the fore mentioned cur-
Jaycees Welcome Wagon rent girls Gymnastics Classes. No Fee. Girls who are interested in
Mrs.Jaycees Brooklyn Twins attending open gym must call the Community Center and have their
Judo Club Women's Club name registered so that we know how many instructors to have on
YMCA—North Side hand. This must be done each time. This is not a formal teaching
SCHOOL LOCATIONS class. It is designed to allow girls to practice what they have learned in
Earle Brown School 59th and Humboldt North class and if they need help or have questions they can request the help
Fair Oaks School 5600 65th Avenue North of one of the instructors. This activity is fully supervised.
Garden City School 3501 65th Avenue North
Northport School 5421 Brooklyn Blvd. For Testing — When you call in your reservation and you want to test
Orchard Lane School 6201 Noble Avenue North out of a Phase, have TEST written after your name. When you arrive,
Palmer Lake School 7300 W. Palmer Lake Drive see one of the instructors immediately and you will be tested. The
Willow Lane School 7020 Perry Avenue Norrh Open Gyms & Testing will be January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18,25.
Evergreen Park School 7020 Dupont Avenue North Mondays Brooklyn Center High School
Brooklyn Center High School 65th & Humboldt Avenue North 7:00 P.M.to 9:00 P.M.
North View Junior High 69th and Zane Avenue North
CHILDRENS GUITAR — Begins January 14
BOWLING — Begins January 12
For boys and girls in 5th through 9th grades. All registrations will be
Students must furnish their own guitar. The minimum age is 9 years at Lynbrook Bowl. $1.00 registration fee ($.50 for returning bowlers)
old. 8 sessions $6.00. Minimum 8 — Maximum 12. Instructor, Mr. payable at first session plus $1.75 per session to cover cost of bus
Andersen. transportation, two games of bowling, shoes and instruction by certi-
Monday Beginners 7:00 P.M. Evergreen School fied A.J.B.C. instructors. Bowling will begin January 12th. Call Lyn-
*Intermediates — See Adult Section brook Bowl for further details.
TINY TOTS — Begins January 15
This class is for 4 and 5 year old preschoolers. Tiny tots must be 4
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stories, songs, finger painting, plays and music. Parents are asked to
pick up their child immediately at the close of each period. Minimum j Joy
10—Maximum 20. 20 sessions$11.00. _
Tuesday and Thursday Community Center
9:30—10:30 A.M.
11:00— 12 noon
1:00— 2:00 P.M. BUS PICK UP: Center High Monday Brooklyn 2:35
*For parents wishing to send their tiny tots to only one session per Brooklyn Center Jr. High 2:40
week, register for any of the above times on Tuesday or Thursday. 10 Monday Monday North View Junior High 2:55
sessions—$5.50. St.Alphonsus 3:05
Monday 2:55
Tuesday Earle Brown School 3;05
Tuesday Garden City School
Northport School 3:25
- Tuesday Tuesday Palmer Lake School 3:20
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Monroe School 3:25
Thursday Evergreen School
Thursday Riverview School 3:30
Friday Willow Lane School 3:05
Friday Fair Oaks School 3:15
Friday Orchard Lane School 3:35
BOYS AND GIRLS JUDO LESSONS.— Begins
BOYS BASKETBALL — Resumes January 12
January 14 and 16
For boys and girls 8 years old and up who are interested in learning
A Fun Program. This program is off and running,however,boys may the basic skills or more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood,
still join. There are 12 weeks remaining. It is a program designed for 4th Degree Blackbelt, provides complete instruction. In addition,
boys 3rd through 6th grades. Emphasis is placed on the skills and fun- interested stUdents may join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which
damentals of shooting, passing, dribbling, and movement. Teams are is Nationally Sanctioned. 10 sessions — $6.00.
formed and games played. A registration fee of$4.50 is charged which Mondays Boys Beginners 6:30 — 7:30 P.M.
includes a jersey boys may keep. Classes are held on Saturdays at two Mondays Boys Advanced 7:30 — 9:00 P.M.
locations. This activity is fully supervised. Wednesdays Girls Beginners 6:30 — 7:30 P.M.
3rd Grade 9:00 A.M.— 10:15 A.M. Orchard Lane School Wednesdays Boys Advanced 7:30 — 9:00 P.M.
4th Grade 10:30 A.M.— 11:45 A.M. Orchard Lane School Room.
5th Grade 12:15 P.M. — 1:30 P.M. North View Jr. High
All sessions held at North View Wrestling
6th Grade 1:45 P.M. — 3:00 P.M. North View Jr. High
CREATIVE DANCE FOR CHILDREN — Be ins
BOYS WRESTLING — Resumes January 12
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th grade boys. This program has also been running The life of every child can be enriched by creative rhythmic experi-
For 3rd through 6Emphasis is placed on the skills and fundamentals of ences. Here is an opportunity for your child to enjoy the freedom of
for a few weeks.
wrestling. Matches will be held with other communities. There will be creative rhythms tempered with the disciplines of classic ballet. s ex-
10 sessions remaining. The registration fee is $4.50 which includes a experiencere advanced dance study,,paves the way for more
jersey the boys keep. Classes are held at North View Junior High. cheerleading,hnt background
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3rd and 4th grades, 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.
12:00 noon Wilson.
10:30 A.M. to
5th and 6th grades Tuesday 3:15 P.M. Fair Oaks School
Wednesday 3:00 P.M. Garden City School
GUN SAFETY Wednesday 4:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center
If interested call the Community Center and sign up. If there are Library
enough, the class will be offered. Thursday 3:15 P.M. or
4:00 P.M. Palmer Lake School
BOYS GYMNASTICS — Begins January 19
TINY TOT CREATIVE DANCE — Begins
All boys 3rd through 6th grades. Designed to stretch and strengthen
body muscles and aid body movement and coordination. Boys are January
placed into two groups 3rd and 4th,5th and 6th. Classes are 1'/,hours lalI yearoold p'ny Tots)
es hoo ers. 10 sessions $4.50.
For 4 and long and run 8 weeks. Registration fee$4.00. Thursday Community Center
Tuesday or
Tuesday North View Junior High School 2urs:15 a 2;45 P.M.
3rd and 4th 6:30 P.M.to 8:00 P.M.
5th and 6th 8:00 P.M.to 9:30 P.M.
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CO—REC— Begins January 16
An activity designed for all. Fee 35c. From 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
SOCIAL COUNCIL teens can take part in informal gym activities— meet and talk—listen
to music — and play ping pong and bumper pool. In addition, teens
Social Councils are located at North View Jr. High, Brooklyn Center can participate in a wide variety of intramurals,'special events, and
Jr. High, and the Community Center. They are becoming the social contests. Minimal fees are charged for intramurals. Also,swimming is
"Voice" of their schools and the community. They provide infor- offered from 8:30 P.M.to 9:00 P.M.
mation, gained from classmates and friends,to the Park and Recreation Wednesday North View Jr. High
staff on what activities should be offered. They also help to promote 7:00 to 9:00 P.M.
and 'publicize and act as a working force at all teen events. Teens
recognize their importance and hard work by supporting the activities
they promote. JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH BOWLING LEAGUES
RHYTHM, BLUES, AND BRIGHT LIGHTS Begin January 5
Community Center For boys and girls in Junior and Senior High. There will be two lea-
ROCK REVIVAL SHOW AND DANCE — February 9th gues. One league will meet at 9:30 A.M. and the other at 1:00 P.M.
All registration will be held at Lynbrook Bowl. A $1.00 registration
Featuring fee (.50 for returning bowlers) and $1.65 per session to cover the cost
"TEEN KING & ROCK REVIVAL"74" of 3 games and certified A.-I.B.C. instructors.
Roaring 50's Rock Revival Show and Dance—Wear your bobby socks V.I.P. (Volunteers in Parks)
— — pony tail — — saddle shoes and guys don't forget to grease your
hair. A dance contest will be held for all you big boppers (participants Attention Junior and Senior High teens, 8th grade and older. Do you
do not have to dress the part). want to accept a challenge? Stand out as a leader in a crowd? Are you
willing to accept responsibility and demonstrate leadership? Are you
DANCE— APRIL 6TH willing to give without receiving? If so, then apply to become a Vol-
FIVE STATE PRODUCTIONS unteer in Parks. Learn special skills such as arts and crafts, game lead-
Presents ership, working with tiny tots and puppet shows, plus many other
skills. Workshops and seminars are planned to teach all Volunteers
"JESSE BRADY"
these skills. A regular work schedule will be arranged at the conveni-
AII above performances will be held from 8:00 P.M.to 11:00 P.M.,all ence of each teen that is accepted.
ages 14 through 17 years are invited. Admission fee of$1.50 includes
Be-
ddance, light shows, and swimming. Light shows will be performed by Applicants must fill out an application form and be interviewed. Be-
High-Light All bands are top mid west union groups booked tween 25 and 30 volunteers will be accepted. Highlights include spec-
al training,shirts,future job opportunities and tremendous experience.
through Five State Productions.
All applications must be in by May 1st. For more information call the
Park and Recreation Department. Sign up now.
North View Junior High
Friday January 19 Top JUDO — Begins January 14 & 16
Friday February 16 Union
Friday March 16 Rock For guys and gals who are interested in learning the basic skills or more
Friday April To Be Announced advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood, 4th Degree Blackbelt, pro-
All above dances at North View run from 7:30 P.M.to 10:30 P.M. All vides complete instruction. In addition, interested students may join
7th through 10th graders are invited. Admission is$1.25. the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is Nationally Sanctioned. 10
sessions — $6.00.
Mondays Beginner Guys 6:30 — 7:30 P.M.
Brooklyn Center Junior High Mondays Advanced Guys 7:30 — 9:00 P.M.
Friday February 1 Band to be Announced Wednesdays Beginner Gals 6:30 — 7:30 P.M.
Dance at Brooklyn Center Jr. High runs from 7:00 P.M.to 10:00 P.M. Wednesdays Advanced Gals 7:30 — 9:00 P.M.
All 7th through 9th graders are invited. Admission is $1.25. All sessions held at North View Wrestling Room.
INTERMEDIATE TEEN TENNIS — Begins
JUNIOR HIGH TEEN SKI CLUB January 13
The club is for Brooklyn Center Junior High students and their fri- Held indoors at North Hennepin Community College. Bring your own
ends. Trips are planned for both Minnesota and Wisconsin ski areas. racket, balls are furnished. 8 sessions — $8.50. Minimum 12— Maxi-
Ski club dues are $1.00 for the ski season and are due prior to the first mum 16. Instructor,Jim McGee.
trip. Membership benefits are: advance sign up for each trip,discount Sunday 12 noon— 1:00 P.M. North Hennepin
on certain area tow tickets and discount on each bus trip. Trips begin Community College
Saturday, January 12th. Announcement of trips will be made through
the cooperating schools and the Post paper.
FUN NITE
The basic co-recreational program of informal gym activities, active
and passive games, music, and refreshments. Fee 35c.
Monday January 7, February 4, 18,March b—7:00 to 9:00 P.M. K5
Brooklyn Center High
57" CITY BAND
For men and women past high school age.
*Babysitting service will be provided Mondays thru Fridays Monday 7'30 P.M.to 10:30 P.M. North View Jr. High
for parents using the Community Center between 9:00 A.M.
to 12:00 Noon. Cost 25c per hour. Call Community Center
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GUITAR — Begins January 14
Students must furnish their own guitar. 8 sessions — $6.00 Mini-
mum 8 — maximum 12. Instructor, Mr. Andersen 1
Monday 8:30 — 9:15 P.M. Intermediates c�
Monday 7:45 — 8:30 P.M. Beginners
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NEEDLEPOINT — Begins January 14 `U11
The class is designed to teach beginners 10 different stitches needed to
complete most projects. Students will work on a sampler in class that
may be completed as a pillow. Registration fee includes instruction
and materials needed for the sampler. (Canvas, yarns and needle). 4 BROOKLYN CENTER HARMONETTES
sessions $12.00. Minimum 12. Instructor, Joanne Peterson.
Class A Monday, January 14, 21, 28 & February 4 Open to women past high school age who enjoy singing. Perform-
7:00 — 9:00 P.M. Community Center ances given throughout the year. Practice on Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. to
Class B Monday, February 18, 25 & March 4, 11 10:00 P.M., Earle Brown Music Room. For further information con-
7:00 — 9:00 P.M. Community Center
tact the director, June Scofield at 560-0740.
YOGA — Begins January 14, 17 DOG OBEDIENCE — Begins January 17
Men, Women, Teens — High School to Senior Citizens should wear This course is open to people 12 and older whose dog is at least 6 mon-
clothes that are loose fitting and comfortable. 8 sessions — $8.00. the old. This course will teach you how to work with your dog in
Minimum 10 — Maximum 25. Instructor, Pat Hollenhorst. order to teach him social behavior and self discipline. 10 lessons —
Class A Beginner 6:30 — 8:00 P.M. Monday
$10.00. Instructor, Mr. Orr.
B Intermediate 8:00 — 9:45 P.M. Monday Thursday 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. Earle Brown School
C Beginner 9:15 —10:45 A.M. Thursday WOMENS "FUN" VOLLEYBALL — Resumes
Community Center January 8th
POTTERY — Begins January 15 A night of fun type volleyball for women (post high school age(. Bring
a friend or come alone. An enjoyable time plus good exercise. No
charge.The class deals with hand and wheel building methods of creating pot- cTuesday 8:00 — 10:00 P.M. Earle Brown School
tery. The instructor works with each student on his respective level. Tuesday 8:00 — 10:00 P.M. Evergreen School
*Emphasis of the class is on the learning process not on the number of
pieces completed. The lab is available to students at additional time SWIMNASTICS — Begins week of January 14
outside of the regular scheduled hours including weekends. Registra-
tion fee includes instruction, 50 lbs. of clay, firing, glazes and lab use.
10 weeks. Maximum 10. Instructor, Mr. Tebbutt. Water exercise for better health plus a trim figure. You do not have to
Cost $21.50 — be a swimmer to take part in the newest concept in the field of physi-
Tuesday 10 e 1. P.M. Community Center
cal fitness and exercise. 10 sessions — $6.00. Instructor, Mrs.
BALLROOM I — Begins January 16 Lubrecht.
Class A Tuesday 10:00 — 11:00 A.M. Community Center
B Tuesday 11:00 — 12:00 noon Community Center
For couples only. Dancing is a skill that can be learned. Don't sit on C Thursday 10:00 — 11:00 A.M. Community Center
the side lines and watch others enjoy themselves. Learn the waltz,fox- D Thursday 11:00 — 12:00 noon Community Center
trot, swing, rumba, chacha, polka and schottische. 8 sessions$18.00 1:45 — 9:45 P.M. North View Jr. High
per couple. Minimum 10 couples. Instructor,Mr. Eck. E Thursday
Wednesday Beginners 7:30—8:30 P.M. TRIMNASTICS — Begins January 14
Intermediates 8:45—9:45 P.M.
Earle Brown School
A "fun" night out combining exercise and volleyball. For women
MODERN DANCE FOR WOMEN — Begins January high school age and up. 10 sessions—$5.00. Maximum 35. Instruct-
14, 15 or,Mrs. Lubrecht,
Monday 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. Evergreen School
This class will explore the basic fundamentals of dance. This is a plea- TRIM AND SWIM — Begins Janaury 15
sant manner in which to renew your figure,your vitality and poise. It
is an interesting escape from the everyday life,it's easy,relaxing,crea-
Don't wait until spring to get into shape! Start now with trimnastics
tive and everyone can enjoy the dance. Participants should wear loose with Mrs. Lubrecht in the Social Hall followed by free swim. 10
and comfortable clothing. 10 weeks—$5.00. Minimum 10. sessions — $8.00. (Including Swimming). Minimum 10.
Instructor,Mrs.Wilson. Class A Tuesday 8:00 P.M. Community Center
Monday 10:00— 11:00 A.M. Community Center Class B Tuesday 9:00 P.M. Community Center
Tuesday 7:00— 8:00 P.M. Community Center
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*Build up muscle tone in the complete, modern Exercise Room.
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*Relax and enjoy refreshments in the Lower Lounge and Canteen
*Improve photographic techniques with the aid of the fully equip
*Visit the Gallery Lounge and view interesting displays of creativ
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SQUARE DANCING — Begins January 14 PHOTOGRAPHY — Begins January 17
Lessons are held on Monday nights at Orchard Lane School from 8:00 For the beginner — this class will teach the very basics of photo-
to 10:00 P.M. 10 lessons—$20.00. graphy including the use of the dark room. 6 sessions — $8.00.
Limited to 10 students.
Dances will be held at Orchard Lane School on the 2nd and 4th Satur- Thursday 8:00 — 10:00 P.M. Community Center
days of every month from 8:00 P.M.to 11:00 P.M. Your caller will be
Mike Driscoll. BEGINNING BRIDGE — Begins January 15
MENS GYM NIGHT — Resumes January 12 Students of beginning bridge will learn basic bidding and play proced-
ure. Come by yourself or come with a friend. This is a beginners class
For men post high school age. Open gym for jogging,informal basket- meant to prepare you for friendly neighborhood bridge groups. 8 ses-
ball, volleyball, etc. Activity fee is 25c per person. NO organized sions—$6.50. Minimum 8— Maximum 12.
teams please. Tuesdays 7:30—9:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center High School
Thursday 8:30 — 10:30 P.M. Earle Brown School
Saturday 3:00 — 6:00 P.M. North View Jr. High INTERMEDIATE TENNIS — Begins January 13
MIXED VOLLEYBALL — Resumes January 16 Held indoors at North Hennepin Junior College. Bring your own
racket, balls are furnished. 8 sessions — $8.50. Minimum 12— Maxi-
Open to all post high school age men and women. Choose sides and mum 16. Instructor,Jim McGee.
play fun low key volleyball. A night out for Mom and Dad. Activity Sunday Class A 1:00—2:00 P.M. Ladies Only
fee 30c per person. Class B 2:00—3:00 P.M. Men or Women
Wednesday 7:30— 10:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center High School
JUDO — Begins January 14 and 16 S E N 1 0 R C I T I Z E N S
For men and women who are interested in learning the basic skills or Senior Citizens 62 years and over, who are residents of Brooklyn
more advanced techniques of Judo. Carl Flood,4th Degree Blackbelt, Center may enjoy all activity classes found in this brochure at '/2 the
provides complete instruction. In addition, interested students may registration fee.
,join the Brooklyn Center Judo Club which is Nationally Sanctioned.
Swimming Pool Memberships are given to Brooklyn Center residents
10 sessions — $8.00.
Mondays Mens Beginners 6:30 — 7:30 P.M. 62 years and over. Application may be made at the Community Center
Mondays Mens Advanced 7:30 — 9:00 P.M. desk. Membership entitles the member to use the swimming pool,
Wednesdays Womens Beginners 6:30 — 7:30 P.M. exercise room and Sauna during recreational or "open" periods.
Wednesdays Womens Advanced 7:30 — 9:00 P.M. Wednesday is Senior Citizens day at the Community Center, enjoy
*All sessions held at North View Wrestling Room. the game room, pool and ping pong tables. Participate in Swimnastics
(contact North Hennepin Community College 425-4541, to register)
CROCHET I — Begins January 17 and Leisure Time.
Students will learn how to read and understand patterns as well as the LEISURE TIME
basic techniques applied in crochetting. Ladies may work on their own
fashions/or articles for the home. Bring an "H" hook and scrap 4 ply Leisure time has been planned especially for seniors every Wednesday
yarn to the first class. 4 sessions — $7.00. Minimum 7 — Maximum from 12 noon to 3:00 P.M. *An organized program begins at noon.
Bring a bag lunch (unless a special program has been planned such as a
12. Instructor, Mrs. Lee.
Class A January 17, 24, 31, February 7 Community Center trip or potluck). Coffee and dessert will be served followed by a differ-
7:30 P.M. — 9:30 P.M. ent program every week. Questions? Call Kathy 561-5448 Ex. 7'
Class B February 21, 28, March 7, 14 Community Center
7:30 — 9:30 P.M. *Drop — in — You and your friends are welcome to drop—in for a
morning swim and use the ping pong and pool tables. Checkers,chess
ART ON A BOARD — Begins January 16 and bocci ball are available for check out also. Leisure Time is co-
sponsored by the Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department
Students will learn 2 methods of board art. One method deals with and CEAP. *Transportation — if you do not have a ride to Leisure
paper mache' and the other a form of decoupage. Learn these inexp- Time, you may call the CEAP office 566-2327 and they will try to
ensive art forms for your wall decor. Fee includes materials and pro- arrange one for you.
ject for the first class. *See sample on display. 5 sessions — $7.00. BROOKLYN TWINS SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
Minimum 10— Maximum 20. Instructor, Mrs. Olson.
Class A Wednesday,January 16, 23, 30, February 13.
7:30 —9:30 P.M. Community Center A United Fund Program. This club is an active organization of the
Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park residents 60 years and older who
Class B Monday, February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18 believe in doing things and going places! Activities include socials,
10:00 — 12:00 Noon Community Center card parties, picnics, pot lucks,trips and tours,and programs of special
WOMEN'S GOLF LESSONS — Begins January 18 interest.
*Meetings and activities are held at Earle Brown School the 1 st and 3rd
Get a jump on the weather, be ready to tee off the minute theco��rse Fridays of every month. For further information call Mrs. Wentz at
opens! Lessons will t taughtst class. *BB P.G.A. professional, Rob Brown. 544-1173. Join your friends and neighbors in these club activities.
hour per child). 5 — 1'h hour sessions — $6.000
Bring a 7 iron to the firabysitting will Newcomers are always welcome. 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. at Earle Brown
Minimum 10 —available (25c per School.
Maximum 12.
Fridays Class A 9:00 — 10:00 A.M. Community Center
Class B 10:00 — 11:00 A.M. Community Center
Class C 11 :00 — 12:00 noon Community Center
SPECIAL INTERESTS CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
AT BROOKLYN CENTER — CRYSTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PRE—
BROOKLYN CENTER WOMEN'S CLUB SERVE — (61st & Kyle)
Ski Touring at its' best over a marked 1'h mile flat,woodsey setting in
For all women over 21 years old. Meetings and programs are conduct- a 40 acre preserve located in Brooklyn Center and Crystal. Hours:
ed the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 P.M. *Special outings are Weekdays 4:00 — 8:30 P.M.
planned every fourth Tuesday of the month. Nominal annual dues. Weekends
Women interested in joining the club may call Kathy Desteian at 561- Saturday 10:00 A.M. — 8:30 P.M.
5448 or Darlene Olson 561-1510 for further information. Sunday 1:00 P.M. — 6:00 P.M.
January 29 — Tour Rathbun Studio, Children's Health Center and Christmas Vacation 1:00 P.M. — 8:30 P.M.
Hospital, lunch at Murrays.
RENTAL RATES
* * TRIPS EACH MONTH *
Weekdays — INDIVIDUAL — 1 set (skis and poles) — $1.00 ($5.00
Call for complete information regarding time and cost. Deposit required per person. This is returned when set is turned in.)
FAMILY OF FOUR — (one parent must accompany
CHESS group) 4 sets of skis and poles — $2.00. Each additional family mem-
ber $.75 per set. ($5.00 deposit required per family package.Returned
Any one interested in joining a chess club or lessons may contact when package is turned in.)
Bruce Mavis — 533-9210.
Weekends — INDIVIDUAL—One set$2.00— (Deposit same as above)
FRIENDSHIP QUILTING FAMILY OF FOUR — lone parent must accompany
group) 4 sets — (skis and poles) — $4.00. Each additional member
Come and join our "quilting bee". The only requirement is knowing $1.00 a set. (Deposit same as above).
how to thread a needle. The first meeting will be a discussion on types RENTAL IS FOR TWO HOUR MAXIMUM
of quilts to make and the various materials you would want to use.
Here's a good opportunity to use those left over swatches of material EQUIPMENT
you have around the house and also a chance to meet new friends.
Meetings will be once or twice a month depending on the group. Baby- An experienced attendant is available at the Brooklyn Center Chalet
sitting available at 25c per child per hour. (61st & June) for equipment, check out, fitting and waxing. Skisare
Wednesday — January 16 — 10:00 — 12 noon — Organizational available that will usually fit youngsters 8 years and up through adults.
Meeting — Community Center. Equipment can be used only in the preserve at which it is rented.
BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY SPECIAL FEATURES
NEWS
The Brooklyn Center — Crystal Environmental Task Force will assist
A program on survival and a series on Basic Yoga Principles will be Nith tours for youth groups (school, church,brownies,etc.)on Thurs-
offered after January 1, 1974. For more information on dates and days 9:00 A.M. — 1:00 P.M. Special rental rates (250 are available
times please contact the Library at 537-6716. for sponsored youth groups. Other requests for guided tours other
than above times may be available, time permitting.
LADIES NORTH SUBURBAN SKI CLUB
RESERVATIONS
Get acquainted or re-acquainted with skiing. Join us and see why Wed-
nesdays are so much fun! Trips begin January 9— March 27th. Buses All reservations for group touring are to be made by calling the
leave the Community Center at 8:45 A.M. and return by 4:00 P.M. Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Department — 561-5440
For complete information call 561-5448 and ask for our Ladies Ski Ext. 42.
Club Schedules.
BASIC KAYAKING TECHNIQUE — Begins January °
13.
You saw it in the Olympics — now try it for yourself. Course will
cover paddling techniques in Whitewater boats (kayaks and decked
canoes — not open canoes), beginning with basic paddling strokes and
boat control, and working up through bracing techniques and the OTHER COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Eskimo roll. Will be oriented toward those interested in learning how RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
to paddle whitewater. Boats available for those who don't have their
own. Whether your interest is in racing, or in leisurely cruising our Osseo District 279 . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4131
beautiful rivers, here's your chance to learn more about this exciting, Robbinsdale District 281 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 533-2781
rapidly growing sport. Participants must have basic swimming ability, Anoka-Hennepin District 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 421-9550
should be 12 years old or over; bring swimsuit to first session. Spon- Brooklyn Center District 286 . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 561-2120
sored in cooperation with the Minnesota Canoe Association. 8 sessions North Hennepin Junior College . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4541
—$8.00. Minimum 16— Maximum 24. Brooklyn Park Recreation Department . . . . . . . Phone: 425-4517
Sunday 11:00 A.M.— 1:00 P.M. Community Center
DISTRICT 279 COMMUNITY EDUCATION DE-
If any questions,refer to: John Krack—633-6170 Ext.5178. (� �( PARTM ENT
District 279's Winter Community Education Evening Classes will be
offered in District 279 schools starting mid January. Please call at
425-4131 ext. 38 or 48 for your complete Winter Brochure.
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SWIMMING DIVING — BEGINNING
LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS 10 lessons % hour in length. Cost — $6.00.
All lessons start the week of January 14. *Lessons are for beginner Saturday 9:00 or 9:30 A.M. Community Center Pool
intermediate and advanced swimmers.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Available at $7.00 per hour. For further information call the
CHILDREN (5 years of age and up) Community Center.
These lessons are Yz.hour in length. 10 lessons — $6.00.
Monday North View Jr. High RECREATION SWIM SCHEDULE
6:00, 6:30, 7:00 or 7:30 P.M. COMMUNITY CENTER
Wednesday North View Jr. High
6:00,6:30, 7:00 or 7:30 P.M.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Thursday Community Center
9:00 A.M. 1
6:00,6:30, 7:00 or 7:30 P.M. ay P.M.
Saturday Community Center Tuesday and Thursday ursdday
9:00, 9:30, 10:00 or 11:00 A.M. 9:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M.
9:00 P.M. —11:00 P.M. — Adults Only
Saturday
PARENT & TOT (2 to 4 years of age) 1:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M.
These lessons are '/2 hour in length. There are 10 lessons. One of the Sunday
parents must accompany the child into the water, if possible it should 1:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M.
be the same parent each time. Cost$6.00. *School aged children not allowed during school hours. During school
Monday&Wednesday (twice a week for 5 weeks) vacations children are allowed to come in at 1:00 P.M.
10:00 or 10:30 A.M. Community Center
Tuesday&Thursday (twice a week for 5 weeks) NORTH VIEW JUNIOR HIGH
9:00 or 9:30 A.M. Community Center
Tuesday (once a week for 10 weeks) Thursdays— 6:30 P.M.and 7:30 P.M.
6:00,6:30 or 7:00 P.M. Community Center Fridays — 6:30 P.M.and 7:30 P.M.
*Advanced Tiny Tots(certified by teacher) Saturdays — 1:00 P.M.and 2:00 P.M.
Tuesday 7:30 P.M. Community Center Cost for North View Junior High—30c per hour.
ADULTS (high school age and up) The North View Pool is available for rental ($12.00 per hour)on Tues-
days at 6:30 and 7:30 P.M., on Saturdays after 4:00 P.M.and on Sun-
days from 1:00 P.M.on.
These lessons are 1 hour in length and there are 10 lessons. Cost —
$11.00. BROOKLYN CENTER A.A.U. AQUATIC CLUB
Tuesday &Thursday (twice a week for 5 weeks)
10:00 A.M. Community Center Pool Anyone 6 years or older,interested in competitive swimming or diving,
Monday (once a week for 10 weeks) should contact the Brooklyn Center Community Center for further de-
8:00 P.M. North View Jr. High Pool tails about the club.
Thursday ( once a week for 10 weeks)
8:00 P.M. Community Center Pool
SUPER CHICKEN LESSONS =
For those people who have a very real fear of the water. Here is your /
opportunity to overcome that fear and learn to swim. These are 1 hour
in length. There are 10 lessons—$11.00.
Tuesdays(once a week for 10 weeks)
8:00 P.M. Community Center Pool
Monday&Wednesday (twice a week for 5 weeks) f
9:00 A.M. Community Center Pool
HANDICAPPED (mentally or physically) /
10 lessons—X.hour in length. Cost$6.00. ,
Saturday 11:30 A.M. Community Center Pool
SENIOR LIFE SAVING ���
(Must be 15 years of age, able to swim 440 yards, front crawl or
breast stroke). These lessons will be 1'% hours in length, 10 lessons
—$11.00.
Mondays 8:00 — 9:30 P.M. North View Jr. High
JUNIOR LIFE SAVING *Babysitting service will be provided Mondays thru Fridays
(Must be 11 years of age,able to swim 440 yards,front crawl or breast for parents using the Community Center between 9:00 A.M.
stroke). There are 10 lessons 11/. hours in length. Cost — $11.00. to 12:00 Noon. Cost 25c per hour. Call Community Center
Saturday 11:30 A.M. — 1:00 P.M. Community Center for details.
BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55430
Phone: 561-5448
THE BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER was completed
for occupancy in June, 1971,and is the culmination of years of citizen
effort and involvement. The Center was built with funds voted at a
successful Bond Issue and is designed to serve as the civic, social,and
r` recreational hub of the city.
It is dedicated to the philosophy that all citizens,young and old alike,
are deserving of the opportunity for a healthy, happy leisure.
a YOU ARE INVITED TO:
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*Swim in the Olympic length pool. Relax and tan on the outdoor
e patio. Minimum depth — 39 inches. Diving well — 12 feet. Two 1-
meter and one 3-meter diving boards. A special feature is a ramp for
the handicapped. (Wading for tots in the Wading Pool with a con-
venient place to sit and watch.)
'Build up muscle tone in the complete, modern Exercise Room.
*Relax in the Sauna.
NEW! NEW! NEW! *Relax and enjoy refreshments in the Lower Lounge.
*Improve photographic techniques with the aid of the fully equipped
A three month membership is now available at a cost of$16.50 for a Dark Room Laboratory.
family and$9.00 for an individual.
*Visit the Gallery Lounge and view interesting displays of creative art,
Also, for the first time a Bonus Swim Card—which gives you$5.00 of sculpture,etc.
swim admissions for$4.00. *Play a game of table tennis or billiards.
SWIMMING POOL MEMBERSHIPS GAME ROOM MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships entitle the member to the use of the Swimming Pool, Game Room memberships entitle the member to the use of all game
Exercise Room, and Sauna during recreational or 'open" periods. room facilities.
The use of the Exercise Room is limited to 10th graders and up.
The sauna is limited to 19 years and older except for special events or MEMBERSHIP RATES: (six months) . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.00
when child is accompanied by a parent.
MEMBERSHIP RATES: *25c per '% hour per person for pool tables.
3 Months 6 Months *10c per % hour per person for table tennis.
Family $16.50 Family $30.00
Individual $ 9.00 Individual $15.00 *Babysitting service will be provided Mondays thru Fridays
One Year for parents using the Community Center between 9:00 A.M.
Family $55.00 Individual $25.00 to 12:00 Noon. Cost 25c per hour. Call Community Center
for details.
GENERAL ADMISSION:
Adults $1.00
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Children 50 1
(18&under) ;. '`
COMMUNITY CENTER — OPEN
RECREATIONAL SWIM SCHEDULE (effa,,t;vaJan_ 13.) 1PON
Mondays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M. y &-
Tuesdays 9:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M.
9:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M. Adults Only
Wednesdays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M.
Thursdays 9:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M.
9:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M. Adults Only .
Fridays 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 P.M. ,
Saturdays 1:00 P.M. — 11:00 P.M.
Sundays 1:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M.
*School aged children not allowed during school hours.
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1. All registration must be made at the Park and Recreation 4. Instructor will not be permitted to accept registration at
office in the Community Center beginning at 2:00 P.M. the activity location.
Saturday, January 5 (swim registration is separate —see
swim schedule.) —Registrations made by mail will not be 5. Request for refunds must be received at least 24 hours
accepted before January 9 (use blank at bottom of page). before the second class session, however, there will be a
No phone registrations will be accepted. $1.00 service charge on any refund.
2. The Park and Recreation office in the Community Center 6. Members who register for an activity where capacity enroll-
is open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 A.M. — 11:00 ment has already been reached . . .will go on a waiting list.
P.M. and on Sunday from 1:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M. Additional classes may be formed if there are sufficient
requests and if space and competent instruction is available.
3. Where classes are limited, registration will be on the first
come — first serve basis. Persons are not considered regis- 7. Senior Citizens, 62 years and over, who are residents of
tered until the fee has been paid. The Park and Recreation Brooklyn Center may enjoy all activity classes at Yz the
Department reserves the right to cancel classes or activities registration fee.
when an insufficient number of people sign up.
8. Check schedule for beginning date for each class.
Registration for Learn to Swim Lessons will begin on Saturday, January 5 at the Community Center
starting at 9:00 A.M. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Mail or Phone registrations will
not be accepted.
* MAIL REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS
BROOKLYN CENTER
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
6301 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY
561-5448
REGISTRATION CARDS ARE FOR MAIL USE ONLY
(WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE JANUARY 9)
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(DATE) (DATE)
NAME NAME
(LAST) (F I RST) (LAST) (F I RST)
ADDRESS ADDRESS
(ZIP) (PHONE) (ZIP) (PHONE)
ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
(LOCATION) (LOCATION)
CLASS DAY TIME CLASS DAY TIME
DATE PAID AMOUNT DATE PAID AMOUNT
FOR CHI LDREN'S ACTIVITIES: FOR CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES:
AGE GRADE BIRTHDATE ; AGE-GRADE-BIRTHDATE
PARENTS'NAME PARENTS'NAME