- Announcements -

COMMUNITY GARDEN AT KURTZMAN PARK: The community garden at Kurtzman Park opens to registered gardeners this Saturday, March 25. Do you have a green thumb but not have a place to garden? Or do you want to try gardening for the first time? There are a few garden spots left so contact the recreation office at 545-3456 to reserve your garden bed today. NOTE: Garden is located in Kurtzman Park and gardeners must be able to care for their garden bed throughout the growing season.

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YOUTH T-BALL & SOFTBALL REGISTRATION GOING ON NOW! Register today for youth Coed T-ball or boy’s or girl’s softball at www.pascoparksandrec.com

BUY YOUR MEMORIAL POOL SEASON PASS TODAY! Make your summer one of cool water, great company, and just plain fun in the sun…buy your Memorial Pool season pass today! At only $45 for youth and seniors, $70 for adults or $160 for a family with up to 5 members ($30 each additional member) the value is hard to beat. Especially when you add in the $5 discounts on swim lessons, the members quick scan check-in line and the members only pre-season swim session! Get your summer started off right, buy your Memorial Pool Season Pass today at www.pascoparksandrec.com 

- Special Events & All Age Programs -

PASCO JAYCEES’ KIDS EASTER EGG HUNT: Pasco Recreation Services is happy to be working with the Pasco Jaycees’ again this year to help them provide this wonderful family friendly event to the community. The event starts at 8:30am with a pancake breakfast provided by the Lions Club. The breakfast is free for kids ages 12 and under and only $4 for all others. After breakfast you can visit community information booths, and participate in games. Then at 10:00am the egg hunts will begin and will be follow ed by raffle and prize give-a-ways.   DAY/DATE: Saturday, April 15, 2017;    LOCATION: Pasco Softball Sporting Complex (next to TRAC and GESA Stadium);    FEE: Free! (Breakfast is $4 for ages 13 and up).

- Preschool Programs –

TODDLER SHORT SPORTS – APRIL SESSION: This partnership program with the YMCA is an exciting introduction to a variety of sports for your 2 ½ to 4 year old. During the class children will be introduced to soccer, t-ball, volleyball, basketball, and more!   DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 4/20 – 5/25/2017, 10-10:45am;    AGES: 2 ½ to 4;    LOCATION: Pasco City Hall Gymnasium;    FEE: $24R/$30NR;    CLASS #: W103

KICKIN’ IT SOCCER – APRIL SESSION: This program introduces young athletes to the sport of soccer. Come learn basic soccer skills on the field, while engaging in team-building activities through rotations, scrimmages and interactive instruction. Fee includes program T-shirt.   DAY/DATE/TIME: Tuesdays, 4/25 – 5/30/2017, 4:15-5:00pm;    AGES: 4 to 6;    LOCATION: Memorial Park;    FEE: $32R/$40NR;    CLASS #: W230

MINI-SLUGGERS T-BALL: This Program introduces young athletes to the sport of t-ball. Come learn basic T-ball skills at Memorial Park, while engaging in team-building activities through rotations, scrimmages and interactive instruction.  Fee includes a program t-shirt!   DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursdays, 5/18 – 6/22/2017, 5:30-6:30pm;    AGES: 3 to 5;    LOCATION: Memorial Park;    FEE: $32R/$40NR;    CLASS #: W242

- Youth Programs –

SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES: Spring break is right around the corner, so sign up today for one of the spring break activities offered by Pasco Recreation Services! www.pascoparksandrec.com

• YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC: April 3-4, 11-12:30 pm, Ages 7-14, Free, #W428
• YOUTH TENNIS CAMP: April 3-6, 1-1:45pm (age 5-8), 2-2:45pm (age 9-12), $40R/$50NR, #W429 & #W430
• YOUTH LACROSSE CAMP: April 3-5, 10am-12:00pm, Age 7-19, $10, #W191

KARATE (APRIL SESSION): Sign up now for a great learning experience in “Tae Kwon Do.” Learn the basic in hand, foot, and eye coordination. The instructors will focus on the importance of respect, discipline, and honor. Don’t miss this fun and exciting class as space is limited.   AGES: 6-12;

• LEVEL 1:  Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4/4 – 4/27/2017, 6:00 – 7:00pm;    LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco;    FEE: $32R/$40NR;   CLASS #: W416
• LEVEL 2:  Mondays & Wednesdays, 4/3 – 4/26/2017, 6:00 – 7:00pm;    LOCATION: Tri-Cities Black Belt Academy, 514 Lewis St, Pasco;    FEE: $32R/$40NR;   CLASS #: W413

YOUTH SOFTBALL & T-BALL: You still have time to register your child for Boys and Girls recreational softball and Coed T-ball leagues! These leagues are parent/volunteer coached leagues that stress sportsmanship, team unity, and fairness. Games will be played in Pasco and/or Kennewick. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 29.

• COED T-BALL: AGES 5-6 as of May 1, 2017; FEE: $52R/$60NR; CLASS#: W513
• BOYS OR GIRLS COACH PITCH: AGES 7-8 as of January 1, 2016; FEE: $56R/$65NR; CLASS#: W514
• BOYS OR GIRLS MACHINE PITCH: AGES 9-10 as of January 1, 2016; FEE: $60R/$70NR; CLASS#: W515
• GIRLS INTERMEDIATE SOFTBALL: AGES 11-14 as of January 1, 2016; FEE: $64R/$75NR; CLASS#: W516

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 #: #W400

- Teen Programs –

SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES: Spring break is right around the corner, so sign up today for one of the spring break activities offered by Pasco Recreation Services! www.pascoparksandrec.com

YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC: April 3-4, 11-12:30 pm, Ages 7-14, Free, #W428

YOUTH LACROSSE CAMP: April 3-5, 10am-12:00pm, Age 7-19, $10, #W191

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 #: #W401

- Adult Programs –

ADULT COED ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE: Participate this spring in a new and exciting adult sports league, COED Ultimate Frisbee. Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced, non-contact sport that is growing in popularity throughout the country. The game pits 7 players a side and the league will feature an 8 week season with an end of season playoff. Registration for the league ends April 2nd, so get your team together and register today at www.pascoparksandrec.com.   AGES: 18+;   DAY/DATES: Thursdays, April 13th– June 15^th;   FEE: $200 a team, plus a $15 player card;   Class #: W460 (Player card: W461);   Call the Recreation Office with any questions at 509-545-3456.

5K-101 TRAINING! If you haven't run before, or just want to get back into shape, and would like to have the support of a group and a coach, then this is the course for you. This is an 8 week program that prepares you to complete a 5K. The fee for the course includes registration and entry into the Firefighters Special Needs Benefit Fun Run benefiting the ARC of the Tri-Cities. Register Today at www.pascoparksandrec.com;   FEE: $45R/$56NR;   CLASS #: W330:   DAYS/TIMES: Saturdays, 8-9:00am;   DATES: April 15 - June 3

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. You may pay the drop-in rate or sign up for a month at a time! Call 509 545-3459 or stop by the Recreation Services Office at 525 N. 3^rd Ave., Pasco.   AGE: 40+;   LOCATION: Pasco City Hall Gym;   CLASS #: W342;    FEE FOR MONTH OF APRIL: $30R/$38NR;    DROP-IN FEE: $4Res/$5NR

WAVEMAKERS AQUA FIT: This warm water exercise program offered by Oasis Physical Therapy is the class you’ve been looking for. If you suffer from arthritis, low back pain, muscle weakness or other aliments then why not try this warm water course! AGES: 18+;   For More information about session days, times and location please call 509 545-3459 or visit www.pascoparksandrec.com.   

FOOT CARE FOR ADULTS: This program is designed to provide preventative maintenance and education to Franklin County and Burbank residents who are 60 years of age and older. Care is provided by a Registered Nurse. If an abnormality is detected, you will be referred to your physician or other social services organization. Call 509 545-3459 to see if you qualify for this program.   AGES: 60 and older;    DAY/DATE/TIME: Day/Date/Time Vary Call for appointment days and times;   

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. DAY/TIME: Thursdays, 7:00-9:30pm;    AGES: Adults;   LOCATION: Mcloughlin Middle School;    FEE: $2 per person/per evening; 

- Adults 50+ -

MEALS ON WHEELS LUNCHES: Enjoy a delicious lunch. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance and may be made by calling 509-543-5706. *$2.75 is the suggested donation for those ages 60+ for the meal. DAYS/TIME: Monday – Friday, 11:45am – 12:45pm;   LOCATION: 505 N. 1^st Ave., Pasco, WA;   

1^st AVENUE CENTER:  Looking for a place to get out of the house, meet and socialize with others? Come to the Pasco 1^st Avenue Center, we have all kinds of stuff to do, including billiards, pinochle, dominos, china painting, wood carving and more! Open Monday thru Friday 9 am to 4 pm. Located at 505 N. 1^st Ave. in Pasco.

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!