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Posted on: July 29, 2014

[ARCHIVED] RECREATION THIS WEEK: (JULY 29, 2014)

RECREATION THIS WEEK: (JULY 29, 2014)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:

MEMORIAL POOL CLOSED THURSDAY, AUGUST 7: Due to the Championship Swim meet scheduled for Thursday, August 7 there will be no open swim sessions that day. Regularly scheduled open swim session will resume the next day, Friday, August 8.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS/EVENTS:

SENIOR TECHNOLOGY CLASSES – “Cell Phones 101”: Feeling a little left behind when it comes to cell phones? Join us at the Pasco Senior Center as we learn about the basics of cell phones and their use. AGES: 50+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Monday, 8/4/2014, 2:00 - 3:00 pm; LOCATION: Pasco Senior Center, 1315 N. 7th Ave. FEE: FREE! (Pre-Registration is Required); CLASS #: 3470

21st ALL SENIOR PICNIC: Buttons are now on sale! Buttons can be purchased at the Pasco Senior Center, The Richland Community Center or the Kennewick Senior Center. DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, September 18, 2014, 11:00am; LOCATION: The All Senior Picnic will be held at Howard Amon Park in Richland this year. FEE: $7 in advance; $10 at the event

PADDLEBOARDING: An exciting and informative overview to flat-water paddleboarding. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, July 30; AGES: 12+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Wednesday, 8/6/2014, 5:30 - 7:30 pm; LOCATION: Columbia Kayak Adventures @ Columbia Kayak Adventures (store) 10-D George Washington Way, Richland WA 99352; FEE: $49 (City of Pasco Resident) $73 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: 2387

KARATE, LEVEL 1: This program will teach participants hand, foot and eye coordination. Also, the importance of respect, discipline and honor will be emphasized. AGES: 6-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 5 – August 28, 6:00 – 7:00pm; LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco; FEE: $30 (Pasco Resident), $45 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: 4311

KARATE, LEVEL 2: This program will teach participants hand, foot and eye coordination. Also, the importance of respect, discipline and honor will be emphasized. AGES: 6-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Mondays & Wednesdays, August 4 – August 27, 6:00 – 7:00pm; LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco; FEE: $30 (Pasco Resident), $45 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: 4315

JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS: These lessons are designed for beginners. Lessons will be taught by PGA certified instructors and will cover grip, stance, posture, etc. Clubs and balls will be provided if needed. AGES: 6-15; DAY/DATE/TIME: Wednesdays, August 6 – August 27, 5:00 – 5:45pm; LOCATION: Sun Willows, 1825 Sun Willows Blvd., Pasco; FEE: $40 (Pasco Resident), $60 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: 5127

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES:

MEMORIAL POOL OPEN SWIM: Memorial pool is open for the summer! Memorial pool aquatics facility features two pools (a 50 meter lap swim pool and a leisure pool), two waterslides, a splash pad, a diving board, and picnic shelters. There are two open swim sessions each day (Monday – Friday: 1:00-4:30pm & 6:30-8:30pm; Saturday & Sunday: 1:00-4:00pm & 5:00-8:30pm). OPEN SWIM FEES: $3 (Youth 4-17), $5 (Adult). There is also an open Adult Lap Swim Session on weekdays (M-F) from 4:45-5:45pm ages 18 and up. LAP SWIM FEE: $2

SENIOR CENTER: Looking for a place to keep cool during these hot summer days? Come to the Pasco Senior Center, we have all kinds of stuff to do! Open Monday thru Friday 8 am to 5 pm. The Pasco Senior Center is located at 1315 N. 7th Ave. in Pasco.

SENIOR CENTER RENTALS: Looking for a great place to host your next event call the Pasco Senior Center at (509) 545-3459 for more information. We rent large and small rooms for meetings, parties or receptions.

WAVEMAKERS AQUA FIT: Oasis Physical Therapy offers something unique for the Tri-Cities! This warm water exercise class includes: *An underwater treadmill, *Upper body strengthening exercises, *Leg strengthening exercises. If you suffer from Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, low back pain, muscle weakness this class might be for you! Monday/Wednesday & Tuesday/Thursday classes available each month. AGE: 18+; LOCATION: Oasis Physical Therapy; FEES (August): $80 (Resident), $120 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: M/W = 3450, T/TH = 3451

HAPPY FEET - Free Foot Care!: If you reside in Franklin County or Burbank and are over the age of 60 you might qualify for free foot care. Please call (509) 545-3459 for more information.

ENHANCE FITNESS: An exercise program designed for mature individuals, focusing on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics and strength training. This class is held on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at the Pasco Senior Center. Sign up for a month at a time. Call 509 545-3459 or stop by for visit at 1315 N. 7th Ave. Pasco. AGE: 40+; LOCATION: Pasco Senior Center; FEE: $30 (Resident), $45 (Non-Resident)

Feel free to call our office at 509-545-3456 with any questions OR visit our website at www.pascoparksandrecreation.com to sign up for these programs!