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Posted on: September 8, 2015

[ARCHIVED] RECREATION THIS WEEK: (SEPTEMBER 8, 2015)

- ANNOUNCEMENTS -

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- SPECIAL EVENTS & ALL AGE PROGRAMS -

TONS OF TRUCKS: (Sponsored by RDO): Join us in downtown Pasco on the morning of Saturday, September 12th from 8:00am – 12:00pm for an educational, family friendly event that triggers the imagination and gives children the opportunity to discover and explore possible future careers. This event will be running in conjunction with the Downtown Pasco Development Authority’s Fiery Farmer’s Market. Free toy helmets will be distributed to the kids while supplies last. AGES: All ages; DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday, September 12, 8:00am – 12:00pm; LOCATION: Downtown Pasco by Farmers Market; FEE: Free!

ALL SENIOR PICNIC: Mark your calendars and make plans to join us at the Southridge Sports Pavilion in south Kennewick on Thursday September 17 for the 22nd Annual Senior Picnic. This is one of the largest and most anticipated events of the year for senior citizens, their friends, and family. Enjoy fantastic entertainment, great food, prizes, vendor booths and much more. Buttons can be purchased at the Pasco and Kennewick Senior Centers and at the Richland Community Center. Watch for posters and flyers throughout the Tri-Cities area. For more information call 545-3459. FEE: $7 per person if purchased in advance / $10 per person at the door

WHITMAN MISSION AND TAMASTSLIKT MUSEUM: Learn the history of the Whitman Mission as it commemorates the Whitmans, the role they played in establishing the Oregon Trail, and the challenges encountered when two cultures meet. We will have lunch in Walla Walla, then travel to Pendleton and explore the Tamastslikt Cultural Institute. Tamastslikt has a temporary exhibit "Alcatraz: Life on the Rock” as well as lots of interactive exhibits on Native Americans. Finally, we will enjoy dinner at Sundown Bar and Grill in Pendleton. (Trip fee includes transportation by van, admission fees, and dinner. Lunch fee not included. FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 9/27/15; DATE: Friday 10/2/15; AGES: Adults; FEE: $54 (City of Pasco and City of Richland residents pay discounted fee at your respective cities), $68 (non-residents); CLASS #: F242

- PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS –

TIARAS & TAP, PRESCHOOL: Ballet and tap in one great class! Our combo dance classes offer a fun filled adventure into the world of dance. Special shoes are not required for this 5-week introductory session; however used shoes are available for purchase at the studio for $10. AGES: 3-5; DAYS/DATES/TIME: Fridays, 9/11-10/9/2015, 6:00-6:45pm; LOCATION: Dance Connection; FEE: $46R/$58NR; CLASS#: F427

- YOUTH PROGRAMS –

HIP HOP DANCE: Learn the latest ‘street’ style of dance! Students will learn to pop, lock, slide, and glide with attitude. LOCATION: Dance Connection, 104 Vista Way, Kennewick
- MINIS: AGE: 5-7; DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 9/10-10/8/2015, 6:15-7:00pm; FEE: $46 (Pasco Resident), $58 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F423
- YOUTH: AGE: 8-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 9/10-10/8/2015, 5:30-6:15pm; FEE: $46 (Pasco Resident), $58 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F424

TIARAS & TAP: Ballet and tap in one great class! Our combo dance classes offer a fun filled adventure into the world of dance. Special shoes are not required for this 5-week introductory session; however used shoes are available for purchase at the studio for $10. AGES: 5-7; DAYS/DATES/TIME: Fridays, 9/11-10/9/2015, 5:00-5:45pm; LOCATION: Dance Connection; FEE: $46R/$58NR; CLASS#: F428

ELEMENTARY BALLET: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of ballet! Students will learn the basics of proper ballet technique while having fun turning and leaping across the floor. LOCATION: Dance Connection; AGE: 7-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Mondays, 9/14-10/12/2015, 6:45-7:30pm; FEE: $46 (Pasco Resident), $58 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F420

BEGINNING TAP: Join us for this fun-filled course and learn to make music with your feet! Special shoes are not required for this 5-week introductory session, however used shoes are available for purchase at the studio for $10. LOCATION: Dance Connection; AGE: 7-12; DAY/DATE/TIME: Mondays, 9/14-10/12/2015, 7:30-8:15pm; FEE: $46 (Pasco Resident), $58 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F419

PASCO YOUTH BASKETBALL EARLY REGISTRATION GOING ON NOW! Register now for the Pasco Youth Basketball League and avoid the late fee. AGES: 7-12; EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Saturday, 10/31/2015; EARLY FEE: $45 (Pasco Resident), $57 (Non-Resident); LATE FEE AFTER 10/31: Add $10; CLASS #: F508

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. AGES/DAYS/TIMES: Age 7-12 = M,T,TH,F: 3:45 – 5:30pm, W: 2:00 – 4:30pm; LOCATION: City Hall Activity Center, 525 N. Third Ave., Pasco, WA 99301; FEE: Free! PROGRAM #: #S418

- TEEN PROGRAMS –

TEEN DANCE FUSION: No dance experience is needed! Join us for this fun class that mixes all styles of dance from contemporary and jazz to ballet and lyrical. The perfect class for tweens and teens that like it all! LOCATION: Dance Connection; AGE: 12-17; DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 9/14-10/12/2015, 7:45-8:45pm; FEE: $46 (Pasco Resident), $58 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F422

AFTER SCHOOL DROP-IN PROGRAM: The City Hall Activity Center is open year-round for structured sports and activities. Parents must pre-register their teen at the Recreation office in City Hall or online. AGES/DAYS/TIMES: 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 #: #S419

- ADULT PROGRAMS –

KAYAK TOUR AND DINNER AT ANTHONY’S RESTAURANT: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the Columbia River as we paddle downstream from Leslie Groves Park to Columbia Point Park. We will dock our kayaks and have a wonderful 4 course dinner at Anthony’s Home Port Restaurant! Directions and a detailed itinerary will be received during registration. Trip includes kayak, shuttle, equipment, guides, dinner, and gratuity. Tour fills quickly, register early! DATE: Friday, September 11, 2015, 1:30 – 6:00 pm; FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 8, 2015; AGES: Adults; FEE: $64 (City of Pasco and City of Richland residents pay discounted fee at your respective cities), $80 (non-resident fee); CLASS #: S223

ADULT CO-ED RECREATIONAL VOLLEYBALL: Play will include a coed 6 on 6 recreational league on Mondays. There will be a roster available for players to sign the first night of play with a maximum of 8 players allowed per team. No one under 18 years of age allowed on site. FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 9/13/15; AGES: Adults; FEE: $150 per team; CLASS #: F211

ADULT CO-ED COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL: Play will include a Reverse Coed 4 on 4 competitive league on Tuesdays. There will be a roster available for players to sign the first night of play with a maximum of 8 players allowed per team. No one under 18 years of age allowed on site. FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 9/14/15; AGES: Adults; FEE: $160 per team; CLASS #: F212

DROP IN VOLLEYBALL: A fun, informal way for adults to participate in the sport of volleyball. Players will be randomly placed on teams. Come out and make some friends as you exercise and have fun at the same time. No one under 18 years of age allowed on site. AGES: Adults; FEE: $2 per person/per evening; CLASS #: F213

SEWING WITH MARCY: Great opportunity to start learning or continue developing your sewing skills. This class covers basic sewing techniques, pattern fitting, and alterations. AGE: Adults; DAY/DATE/TIME: Mondays, 9/21-12/7/2015, 10:00am-3:00pm; LOCATION: Pasco Senior Center; FEE: $32 (Pasco Resident), $40 (Non-Resident); CLASS #: F300

- SENIOR CENTER -

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, including billiards, pinochle, dominos, china painting, computer lab, wood carving and more! Open Monday thru Friday 8 am to 5 pm. The Pasco Senior Center is located at 1315 N. 7th Ave. in Pasco.

SENIOR CENTER BUILDING 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 (Donations Accepted)!: If you reside in Franklin County or Burbank and are over the age of 60 you might qualify for free foot care. (This program is funded by SE Washington Aging and Longer Term Care and Participant Donations). If you do not qualify for the HAPPY FEET Free Foot Care Program not to worry, we also have a Foot Care for Adults (Ages 18+) Program, Cost is $30. For information on either program please call (509) 545-3459 for more information.

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!