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Posted on: August 26, 2014

[ARCHIVED] RECREATION THIS WEEK: (AUGUST 26, 2014)

- ANNOUNCEMENTS -

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER PROGRAM GUIDE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! The September to December Program Guide can be found online at www.pascoparksandrec.com or on shelves at City Hall, Walmart, Pasco Libraries, and the Pasco Senior Center. Take a look at the program guide and sign-up for a class today because REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

- SPECIAL EVENTS -

NEW! – 2014 MEMORIAL POOL DOGGIE PADDLE: Bring your dog to Memorial Pool to swim and socialize. There will be separate areas for large and small dogs. *Proof of immunizations required for admission. *Must be able to control your dog. *Dog must be on leash when not in the water. AGES: All Ages; DAY/DATE/TIME: Wednesday, 8/27/2014, 6:00 - 7:30 pm; LOCATION: Memorial Pool, 1520 W. Shoshone, Pasco. FEE: $5 (City of Pasco Resident) $8 (Non-Resident); EVENT #: S102

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

- ADULT PROGRAMS -

ADULT NO CONTACT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE: An exciting way to get in shape, socialize, meet new people and just have fun playing football. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, August 28th. AGES: 18+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Monday-Thursday, 9/2 – 11/22/2014, 6:30 - 10:30pm; LOCATION: Pasco Sporting Complex Fields 1-4; FEE: $315/per team; PROGRAM #: F404

ADULT FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUE: This league is for class D, E, and Rec. It is a 5 week, 10 game season for new teams or for teams wanting to continue their summer softball season. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 29th. AGES: 18+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Wednesdays, 9/10 – 10/8/2014, 6:00 - 10:00pm; LOCATION: Pasco Sporting Complex; FEE: $283/per team; PROGRAM #: F510

CO-ED FALL KICKBALL LEAGUE: Form your own kickball team and join the fun! This will be a 5 week season. Games are played with 10 players on the field. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, September 4th; AGES: 14+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Tuesdays, 9/9 – 10/7/2014, 6:00 - 10:00pm; LOCATION: Pasco Sporting Complex Field 6; FEE: $125/per team; PROGRAM #: F509

BEGINNING RUNNING: Running is one of the most effective ways to get into and stay in shape. It can help reduce your risk of hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes, and promotes better cardiovascular health; but if you've never run before or perhaps think you can't run, getting started can be a daunting task. Let our fitness instructor with the Pasco Recreation Department help make getting started easier. AGES: 18+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Mon/Wed, 9/3 – 9/29/2014, 5:30 - 6:30 pm; LOCATION: Meet at Pasco Senior Center; 1315 N. 7th Ave., Pasco. FEE: $20 (City of Pasco Resident) $30 (Non-Resident); CLASS#: F331

- YOUTH PROGRAMS -

KARATE, LEVEL 1: Participants are taught hand eye coordination as well as learning the importance of respect, discipline and honor. AGES: 6-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 2 – September 25, 6:00 – 7:00pm; LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco; FEE: $30 (Pasco Resident), $45 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F406

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, September 3 – September 29, 6:00 – 7:00pm; LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco; FEE: $30 (Pasco Resident), $45 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F407

BEGINNING TAP: Introduce your child to something new. Join in this fun filled course and learn to make music with your feet. AGES: 5-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 9/4 – 10/2/2014, 6:30-7:15pm; LOCATION: Dance Connection, 104 Vista Way, Kennewick; FEE: $46 (City of Pasco Resident) $69 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F419

MINI-KICKERS SOCCER CLINIC: This program teaches basic soccer skills through fun games and activities. AGES: 4-5; DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 9/4 – 9/25/2014, 4:15 - 5:00pm; LOCATION: Pasco City Hall, East Playfield; FEE: $20 (City of Pasco Resident) $30 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F214

HIP HOP DANCE CLASS: Learn the latest “street” style of dance. Students will learn to pop lock, and glide with attitude. Don’t miss this fun introduction to hip hop! AGES: 5-7, 8-12 or 13+; DAY/DATE/TIME: Exact day and time dependent on age group (All classes meet once a week for 5 weeks from beginning of Sept to Oct); LOCATION: Dance Connection, 104 Vista Way, Kennewick; FEE: $46 (City of Pasco Resident) $69 (Non-Resident); CLASS #s: Age 5-7 = F423, Age 8-12 = F424, Age 13+ = F421


- ON-GOING ACTIVITIES -

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM: The City Hall Activity Center is open year-round for structured activities. Parents must pre-register their child at the Recreation office in City Hall or online. AGE GROUPS/DAYS/TIMES: Age 7-12 = M,T,TH,F: 3:45 – 5:30pm, W: 2:00 – 4:30pm; Age 13-18 = M,T,TH,F: 5:30 – 7:00pm, W: 4:30 – 7:00pm; LOCATION: City Hall Activity Center, 525 N. Third Ave., Pasco, WA 99301; FEE: Free! PROGRAM #: Age 7-12 = #F400, Age 13-18 = #F401

SENIOR CENTER: Looking for a place to get out of the house, meet and socialize with others? 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.

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 the Senior Center for a visit at 1315 N. 7th Ave., Pasco. AGE: 40+; LOCATION: Pasco Senior Center; FEE FOR MONTH OF SEPTEMBER: $30 (Resident), $45 (Non-Resident) CLASS #: F336

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