Spring @013 Riverbank

spring/ summer

2013

March through August

Table of contents General Information.........................2 Special Events.................................3 Aquatics…............................……….3 Camps/Classes................................4 Sports Programs..............................5 Youth & Teens..................................6 Adult & Senior Activities..................6 Facility/Park Rental......................... 8 Park Development Update..............8 Registration Information..................8

CITY OF RIVERBANK

activity guide

www.riverbank.org LV28460

City of Riverbank • Recreation Office 6707 Third St. Riverbank, CA 95367

General Info City Government Numbers Emergency......................................... 911 Animal Services........................863-7109 City Clerk...................................863-7198 City Manager.............................863-7122 Development Services.............863-7127 Development Services After Hours.....................1-800-672-9068 Finance Department.................863-7109 Housing Division......................863-7126 Human Resources....................863-7125 Human Services Specialist.....863-7153 Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA).........................863-8352 Parks & Recreation..................863-7150 Sheriff’s Department................869-7162 Teen Center...............................869-7023 Fire Department........................869-2713

City Hall Business Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Finance & Development SERVICES Located at CITY HALL SOUTH 6617 Third Street Administration, City Clerk, City Manager, Human Resources, Human Services, Parks and Recreation, HOUSING DIVISION Located at CITY HALL NORTH 6707 Third Street LRA (Local REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY) Located at 5300 Claus Rd. City offices will be closed for the following holidays during Spring/Summer 2012: Memorial Day.................................... May 27 Independence Day...............................July 4

Parks & Recreation Department

Parks and Recreation Director Sue Fitzpatrick............................... 863-7140 Parks Supervisor Tim Dowdy..................................... 863-7123 Recreation Supervisor Kerrie Webb................................... 863-7149 Administrative Clerk MaryAnn Mallory............................ 863-7150

City Council

Mayor- Richard O’Brien Vice Mayor- Jeanine Tucker Council Members- Darlene Barber-Martinez, Dotty Nygard, Vacant City Manager- Jill Anderson The City Council meets the second and fourth Monday of each month in the City Council Chambers at 6 pm. (Except on the second Monday of every quarter, when it meets at noon.)

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Planning Commission Members are Joan Stewart, John Degele, Patricia Hughes and Carlos Villapudua.

The Planning Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month in the City Council Chambers at 7:00pm.

Friends of Jacob Myers Park Scott McRitchie, Bruce Edwards, Janet Vaccaro, Gary Vaccaro, Dennis Zinner, Marilyn Zinner, Sharron Sanbourne and Ric McGinnis.

Council Member Dotty Nygard and Sue Fitzpatrick Army Corp of Engineers Representative: Duane Johnson The Friends of Jacob Myers meet on a monthly basis or as needed to work on park projects. A gift catalog is available for donations to the Friends of Jacob Myers Park, a 501 C-3 non-profit corporation.

clubs and organizations

Riverbank Federated Women’s Club Meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm at the Scout Hall at 3017 High Street. New members 18 and over are welcome to attend. Please contact Marilyn McRitchie at 869-1760 or Diana McGinnis at 869-5886 for more information.

Valley Arts Association This group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 6-9pm at the Scout Hall at 3017 High Street. For more information, contact Vonnie Munion at 845-0252.

Riverbank Chamber of Commerce Meets the second Tuesday of each month at the City Hall Council Chambers at 8:30am. For more info call 869-4541 or email info@riverbankchamber.org.

community Garden Club

Meet the first Thursday of every month at the Teen Center at 3600 Santa Fe from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Beginners to experts can enjoy needlework. For more information call Kathleen Haley 522-3975.

The Riverbank Garden Club is a partnership with the Riverbank School District and the City of Riverbank. Garden boxes are available free of charge to residents of Riverbank for one year intervals. For more information, please call Dotty Nygard at 968-7989.

Tuolumne Woodworkers Assoc.

Riverbank Toastmasters Club

Meetings are the first Monday of each month at the Scout Hall at 3017 High Street from 7-9pm. Please visit www. trwa.net for more information.

Meets each Wednesday morning at 6:30am at Perko’s Café in Riverbank.

For more information, visit the website at www.reospeechtrain.com.

ROYAL NEIGHBORS OF AMERICA RIVERBANK CHAPTER 9890

YAHI BOWMAN Club

River Valley Stitchers

Meets first Wednesday of each month at 11am. Contact Diane Talbert at 8639965 for more information or email at royalneighbor989@yahoo.com.

Riverbank Rotary Club

Meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7-8:30pm, at the Scout Hall at 3017 High Street. For more information, call Gary Alfrey at 838-3143.

Riverbank Historical Society meets once a month. They meet the first Saturday at 1:00 pm at the museum, 3237 Santa Fe Street. Society dues are $10.00 per year.

Call 869-7161 for more information.

Museum hours: Tues. 10am -12:pm

Sat. 1- 3pm

Community services C.A.S.A Del Rio Family Resource Center The C.A.S.A. provides a variety of resources and referrals to help families and individuals.

The Center is located behind Galaxy Theatre and next to Rio Altura Elementary School at 2400 Stanislaus Street. The Family Resource Center is open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, MondayFriday. For more information call 869-0468.

senior meals Program Any senior (60+) is eligible. Enjoy nutritional information, fun activities and the opportunity to meet and make new friends. Fresh, hot meals are prepared and delivered to the center, by ARC catering. Menus are developed by a Registered Dietician and meals are FREE to seniors. A $2.00 donation is suggested. Call 593-5633 for more info.

Where: Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Santa Fe When: Mon. - Tues. - Thurs.

Time: 10-11:30 am Activities Lunch served at 11:30 am

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal When: Where: Time:

Fri/Sat April 26 & 27, 2013 2901 High St. - Corp Yard 9am-1pm (both days)

Kiwanis Club of riverbank

Meets every Thursday morning at 7:15 am at the Perko’s Café in Riverbank.

For more information, please call the Rotary office at 863-9600. This Club currently hosts the Riverbank Cheese & Wine Exposition. For more information on this event you can visit the website www.RiverbankCheeseAndWine.org.

Meets every Thursday (except the third Thursday of the month) from 6:007:00pm at Perko’s Café in Riverbank. For more information contact the President of the Kiwanis Club, Donna King, at 3458931 or email at info@riverbankkiwanis. org for more information. Also, visit their website at www.riverbankkianis.org.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

riverbank lions club

If you would like to organize a group in your neighborhood or if you would like more information, please call Gina Reno at 863-7106.

RIVERBANK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30pm at Perko’s Café in Riverbank. Contact info@riverbanklions. org for more information.

SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM

Meals are provided at the Middle School and High School to all children free of charge ages 1-18. Meals must be consumed on site. This program is sponsored by the USDA and the Riverbank School District.

Where: Cardozo Middle School,

3525 Santa Fe Street

Riverbank High School,

6200 Claus Road When: Monday – Friday,

June 3 – July 12, 2013

(No lunches July 4 or 5) Time: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm

SPECIAL EVENTS BEYOND EARTH DAY

Join us for an Earth friendly community event designed to empower, inspire and inform individuals in becoming active, responsible stewards and caretakers for our planet EARTH! When: Saturday, April 27, 2013 Where: Jacob Myers Park Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

AMERICAN CROWN CIRCUS

Coming this summer! Call the Recreation Office for more information!

The circus will be held at Castleberg Park.

MOVIE NIGHT at Jacob Myers Park

Bring your families, blankets and chairs and join us for an evening of movie fun under the stars! A small concession stand will be available!This event is co-sponsored by the Friends of Jacob Myers Park. The movies are subject to change, due to availability.

When: Saturdays June 29 - BRAVE July 27 - DOLPHIN TALE August 10 - RACING STRIPES Time: 8:45 pm Fee: Free

5TH ANNUAL KEEP MOVING FORWARD 5K and 10K RUN AND WALK

Registration forms are available at 6707 Third Street in the Recreation Office or register online at www.active.com. For questions, contact Vipsruns@yahoo. com.

When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013 Where: Galaxy Theatre 2525

Patterson Road Ages: 8 and older Race time: 8:00 am Fee: $25.00 before Aug. 10, 2013. Goody bags and t-shirts guaranteed to pre-registered entries.

$30.00 after Aug. 10th or on race day.

Online: Register at www.active.com Awards: Top 3 finishers in each race will receive a pair of Maui Jim, Oakley, or Adidas non-prescription sunglasses. Overall winners are not eligible for age-group awards.

ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION BBQ

Volunteers will be recognized for their valuable service that they provided throughout the year!

When: August 9, 2013 Day: Friday Where: Jacob Myers Park – Burney

Pavilion Time: 5:30 pm

AQUATICS RECREATIONAL SWIM

Riverbank Community Pool will be opening for Recreational Swim on Saturday, June 1, 2013.

Hours will be as following: Monday – Thursday 1:00 -3:30 pm Saturdays 12:00-4pm (Closed Fridays and Sundays) Cost: $1.75 under 18, $2.25 over 18 Swim Pass: $60.00 individual Family pass (4 people): $100.00 Swim pass does not guarantee admission. Pool is closed when guard capacity is reached or water chemistry needs adjustment.

REMINDER: All swimmers must wear swim suits! (No street clothes, shorts or cut offs)

AQUA Zumba

For information on this class, go to Adults Activities on page 7

RIVERBANK BArRACUDAS SWIM TEAM

Tryouts for the team will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 10:00 am. Those already on the team do not need to tryout again. All swimmers must be able to swim the distance of the pool with the free style stroke (25 yards) and any other skills required by the team coach.

Practice will begin on June 3rd and the season will run through August 2nd. A parent meeting will be held on Monday, May 6th at 6:00 pm at the Community Center gazebo.

Registration deadline is Friday, May 31, 2013. You may register online at www. riverbankrecreation.com.

Fee: $115.00 for the 9 week

session

Additional family member

$100.00 Additional: Swimmer must purchase swim goggles and a team suit.

CITY OF RIVERBANK SWIM LESSONS

Swim lessons are offered in two week sessions that run Monday – Thursday.

Each session is taught for 40 minutes.

Instructors will test on the first day of class to confirm each child is placed in the cored level.

Private lessons can be arranged through the Recreation Department depending on Instructor availability. The cost is $130.00 for 8 days of lessons that are each one half hour in length.

Fee:

$45.00 residents $50.00 non-residents

Class Ratio: Tiny Tots: 1 instructor per 4 students Beginner: 1 instructor per 6 students Adv. Beginner: 1 instructor per 8 students

PARENT/BABY

This course is designed for the 6 month to 36 month old baby. A parent or both parents learn how to assist their child in water adjustment with the guidance of an instructor. Swim diapers are required and a parent is required to be in the water.

TINY TOT

(Pre-school 3- 5 years old) This course is designed for the child who is ready to swim. This is an introductory course that will help your child feel comfortable in the water as well as introduce them to basic water safety and swimming skills. Parents remain out of the water for this course but offer support and encouragement.

BEGINNER

(Levels 1 -3) Ages 6 and above The beginner classes are designed to progress from level 1 to level 3.

A student placed in level 2 class, must perform the skills required for level 1. This requirement continues from level to level.

ADVANCED BEGINNER/ INTERMEDIATE

These courses are for the more advanced swimmer. Skills learned in level 3 will be practiced to build student confidence. Stroke refinement includes additional guided practice.

Swimming distances are required to build endurance. These courses require additional pool space so are only offered at designated times.

SWIM LESSON TIME AND LEVELS Session I: June 3 – June 13 Session 2: June 17 – June 27 Session 3: July 8 – July 18 Session 4: July 22- August 1 Session 5: August 5- August 15 MORNING LESSONS: Tiny Tot 11:00am and 11:50am Beginner 11:00am and 11:50am Advanced Beginner/Intermediate 11:50am EVENING LESSONS Parent Baby: 5:30 pm Tiny Tot: 4:00, 4:45, 5:30 & 6:15 pm Beginner: 4:00, 4:45, 5:30 & 6:15 pm (Level 1-3) Adv. Beginner/Intermediate: 6:15 pm REGISTRATION Pre-registration is required! Classes fill up quickly, so register early. To register visit www.riverbankrecreation.com or come in to the Recreation Office.

CAMPS YOUNG PICASSO ART CAMP

Kids will have fun getting messy while exploring a variety of art techniques from the masters! They will be introduced to artists such as Picasso, Calder, Pollock, and Michael Angelo!

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From painting to sculpture, your child will have the opportunity to express their artistic side. All projects will be on display the last day of class for their own art show! Includes a camp t-shirt!

When:

Where: Days: Time: Ages: Fee:

Session 1: May 20-24, 2013 Session 2: June 10-14, 2013 Castleberg Park Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 noon 4-7 years of age $35.00

PRINCESS AND PIRATES – Mommy and Me Camp

Children will enjoy creating crafts fit for a royalty and for the Swashbuckler in all of us! Children and their mom’s will enjoy creative time together!

Children will glue, cut, tape and paint masterpieces!Parent’s are asked to stay and join in the fun!

When: June 3 – 7, 2013 Days: Monday - Friday Where: Castleberg Park Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Ages: 2-4 years of age and a parent Fee: $25.00

KARATE BOOTCAMP

This course is designed to improve selfesteem and confidence. This program will include stretching, conditioning, and breathing techniques. Learn blocking, striking specific target areas, escapes, falling and introduction to grappling defense techniques. Please bring water and a towel!

When: June 10 – 14, 2013 Days: Monday - Friday Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Fee: $48.00 Times: Ages - 5 to 9 years of age

9:00 am to 10:00 am

Ages -10 to 14 years of age

10:05 -11:05 am Ages – 15 and up

11:10am to 12:10pm

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP

Come and enjoy the GREAT Outdoors!

Explore, hike, create and see nature at Jacob Myers Park. Please bring

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a lunch, 2 snacks, water, sunscreen and wear enclosed shoes! This camp includes a camp t-shirt!

When: June 17 – 21, 2013 Days: Monday – Friday Where: Jacob Myers Park Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Ages: 6 -12 years of age Fee: $80.00 Early drop off (8:00 am) and late pick up (6:00 pm) available for $5.00 per hour, per child. Contact the Recreation Office to make arrangements.

MINI-OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP

Come and enjoy the same exciting activities in a modified week! Bring a lunch, 2 snacks, water, sunscreen and wear enclosed shoes. This camp includes a camp t-shirt!

When: July 1 – 3, 2013 Days: Monday - Wednesday Where: Jacob Myers Park Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Ages: 6 -12 years of age Fees: $48.00 Early drop off (8:00 am) and late pick up (6:00 pm ) available for $5.00 per hour, per child. Contact the Recreation Office to make arrangements.

BEGINNING SKATEBOARD CAMP

Are you learning how to skate board?

Do you need help learning to do tricks?

Can you do an Ollie, a kick flip or a Casper? Come to this camp and you can! Helmets, knee pads and elbow pads must be worn! Includes a camp t-shirt. Space is limited! Beginners only!

When: June 24 -28, 2013 Days: Monday - Friday Where: Riverbank Skate Park Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am Ages: 6 to 12 years of age Fee: $35.00

INTERMEDIATE SKATEBOARD CAMP

Are you able to do basic stunts but want to step up your boarding skills?

Helmets, knee pads and elbow pads must be worn! Includes a camp t-shirt. Space is limited! Intermediate

boarders only!

When: July 8 -12, 2013 Days: Monday – Friday Where: Riverbank Skate Park Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am Ages: 8-16 years of age

(or Camp staff approval) Fee: $35.00

SCIENCE FUN IN THE SUN

Come and enjoy experiments and scientific challenges. Also, learn water safety techniques and have limited instruction on swim strokes! Children will enjoy time in the pool in the afternoons! After leaving the pool they will return to the Community Center or the Community Gym for activities. The morning session will begin at the Teen Center! Please bring a lunch, 2 snacks, swim suit and towel, wear enclosed shoes, water and sunscreen. Includes a camp t-shirt.

When: July 15 - 19, 2013 Days: Monday - Friday Where: Teen Center, Community Center and Community Gym Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Ages: 6 -12 years Fee: $80.00 Early drop off (8:00 am) and late pick up (6:00 pm) is available for $5.00 per hour, per child. Contact the Recreation Office to make arrangements.

IT’S A MAD, MAD WORLD CAMP!

Join us for a week of “CRAZY” fun before heading back to school! This camp will offer a combination of nature, science and artistic fun! Please wear enclosed shoes, bring a lunch, 2 snacks, water and sunscreen. Includes a camp t-shirt.

When: July 29 – August 2, 2013 Days: Monday - Friday Where: Jacob Myers Park Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Ages: 6 -12 years of age Fee: $80.00

CLASSES TOT TIME

Come and learn socialization skills through group interaction.

Recreational and educational activities will be offered. Children will have the opportunity to use computers, do arts and crafts, singing and playing.

Children must be potty trained. Please send a healthy snack with your child!

Space is limited!

When: Mon, Tues and Wed Where: Scout Hall

3017 High St. Riverbank Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Ages: 3 -5 years

(must be potty trained) Fee: $55.00 Session 1: April 1 -17, 2013 Session 2: April 29 – May 15, 2013 Please register at least one week prior to the start of the class to avoid cancellation.

BALLET/TAP

Day: Tuesdays Session 1: Mar. 12-Apr. 16

(no class Mar. 26 or Apr. 2) Session 2: April 23 – May 21, 2013 Session 3: May 28 – June 25, 2013 Summer performance July 2, 2013 Session 4: July 9 – August 6, 2013 Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Fee: $55.00 All classes are subject to change due to enrollment.

Ballet/Tap combo Ages 2-4: 5:30-6:30pm Ballet/Tap combo Ages 5-7: 4:30-5:30pm Ballet/Tap Ages 8-12: 6:30-7:30pm Adult Ballet/Jazz Ages 13+: 7:30-8:30pm

HIP HOP CLASS

Join us for a fast paced hip hop class.

Learn techniques of hip hop, freestyle your own choreography and dance like the pros!

Day: Wednesdays Session 1: March 13 – April 17, 2013

(no class April 3) Session 2: April 24 – May 22, 2013 Session 3: May 29 –June 26, 2013 Summer performance July 2, 2013

Session 4: July 10 – August 7, 2013 Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Ages: 9-12: 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 13+: 7:00-8:00pm Fee: $55.00 All classes subject to change due to enrollment.

BALLET FOLKORICO

(Mexican folk dance) When: Mondays Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Fee: $35.00 per session Times: 5:30-6:30pm Beginners

(ages 3-7)

6:30 -7:30pm Beginners

(ages 8 and up)

7:30 -8:30pm Advanced

students only – Instructor

approval necessary Session 1: March 4 – April 1, 2013 Session 2: April 22 – May 20, 2013 Session 3: June 3 – June 24, 2013 Session 4: July 15 – August 12, 2013 Session 5: Aug. 19– Sept. 23, 2013

(no class Sept. 2) *August 31st Summer Performance at Gallo Theatre. Tickets available at www.galloarts.org

IS REQUIRED! Day: Saturdays When: April 6 – June 1, 2013

(no class May 25) Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Ages: 3 -4 years of age and

a parent Fee: $65.00 Time: 9:00 am to 9:30 am

KIDSAFE SELF DEFENSE

Learn basic blocks, punches and kicks. We will also address how to deal with strangers and bullies. Parents are encouraged to stay in the class and hold pads for the children. Children will be placed in yellow belt classes upon completion and instructors approval.

(There is an optional $30.00 uniform fee and at the end of the session there will be an optional $7.00 belt fee.)

Day: Saturdays When: Session 1: April 6 – June 1, 2013

(no class May 25) Session 2: June 15 –August 10

(no class July 6) Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Ages: 5 -12 years of age Fee: $65.00 Time: 9:35-10:15am (White belts)

10:20-11:00am (Yellow belts)

CARDIO KICK BOXING

SPORTS TAI KWON DO FOR TOTS

This class is designed to help develop coordination, balance and attention span in addition to learning basic karate moves in a fun structured environment. This course will prepare toddlers for the KIDSAFE USA program which is the next step in the class progression. PARENT PARTICIPATION

Here is your chance to get into shape and learn how to protect yourself at the same time. This unique class combines cardiovascular circuit training and strength training all in a one-hour class! Learn strikes and escapes. Regardless of your fitness level, we can adjust the workout for your needs!

Day: Saturdays When: Session 1: April 6 – June 1, 2013

(no class May 25) Session 2: June 15 – Aug. 10, 2013

(no class July 6) Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Time: 11:05 am to 12:05 Ages: 13+ Fee: $65.00

FENCING

Join us for a great aerobic work out!

Fencing is an Olympic sport which requires agility, coordination, focus, respect and the ability to make decisions under pressure. Includes all necessary equipment.

Day: Thursdays Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Session I: March 7-28, 2013 Session 2: April 4 – 25, 2013 Session 3: May 2 -23, 2013 Session 4: June 6 – 27, 2013 Fee: $90.00 Ages: 6 and older Time: 6:15-7:15pm

FENCING CAMP

Learn the basics of a great Olympic Sport! Join us for an introduction to fencing. Fencing requires balance, agility, coordination, focus, respect and the ability to make decisions under pressure. This includes all equipment and instruction.

When: July 8-12, 2013 Days: Monday- Friday Time: 2:00-6:00pm Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Ages: 6 years to adult Fee: $200.00

Soccer 4 (12-14 yrs.) 7:00 pm Deadline: March 29, 2013 Late Deadline: Apr. 5, 2013

($10 late fee) Managed by: World Events Sports

SOCCER LEAGUE

Come out and participate in the world’s most popular sport. World Events Jr. Soccer league for boys and girls ages 4 -14. A season experience includes age appropriate divisions conducted in a noncompetitive, recreational format.

Shin guards are required!

When: Saturdays Where: Riverbank Sports

Complex, 2119 Morrill Rd Fee: $70.00 Ages: 4-14 years Times: To be announced Dates: June 22 – Aug. 3, 2013

(no games July 6) Deadline: May 31, 2013 Late Deadline: June 7, 2013

($10 late fee) Managed by: World Events Sports

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

NFL FLAG is the premier Flag Football league for boys and girls ages 4 -14.

NFL FLAG provides the opportunity for kids and families to become involved in football through participation early in life. It also helps develop the first phase of player and coach development by teaching football skills at the earliest FIT 4KIDS SOCCER age.

Attention all soccer fans, this class is for When: Saturdays you! We not only teach the kids to play Where: Riverbank Sports soccer, but we will show them it can

Complex – 2119 Morrill Rd be great exercise as well! A session Date: April 20 – June 1, 2013 experience includes age appropriate

(no games May 25) activities, nutrition education, skill Ages: 4-14 years demonstrations, fun games and Times: To be announced instructional scrimmages conducted Fee: $70.00 in a non-competitive, recreational Deadline: March 29, 2013 format.

Late deadline: April 5, 2013 When: Thursdays

($10 late fee) Where: Riverbank Sports Complex Managed by: World Events Sports

2119 Morrill Road Fee: $55.00 HOOPWORLD BASKETBALL CAMP Dates: April 25 – May 30, 2013 Hoopworld Basketball Camps are Ages/Times: dedicated to teaching the fundamentals Pre-Soccer (4 to 5 yrs.) 5:00 pm of the game in a very fun and exciting Soccer 1 (5 to 6 yrs.) 5:00 pm environment. We want every camper to Soccer 2 (7 to 8 yrs.) 5:45 pm leave with 3 things: Improve their skills Soccer 3 (9 -11 yrs.) 6:15 pm

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from day 1, the knowledge on how to improve their game and to have fun and learn the game of basketball!

When: Monday – Friday Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Date: July 22 – 26, 2013 Ages: 7 -14 years of age Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Fee: $80.00 Deadline: July 5, 2013 Late Deadline: July 12, 2013 ($10 late fee) Managed by: World Events Sports

JR NBA BASKETBALL LEAGUE

The NBA’s official non-competitive youth Basketball League is for boys and girls, 4-17 years of age. The Jr. NBA aims to develop a life-long passion for the game of basketball by making the game fun and rewarding for all participants. All players will participate in each game regardless of skill level!

When: Saturdays Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Fee: $85.00 Date: August 24 – October 5 Ages: 4-17 years Times: To be announced Deadline: August 2, 2013 Late deadline: August 8, 2013

(late fee $10) Managed by: World Events Sports

TENNIS

Join us and learn the game of tennis!

Modified tennis courts and tennis equipment to help to make the game easier for the smaller hands!

When: Saturdays Where: River Cove Courts

(upper court) Ages: 10 and under Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am Ages: 11 and older Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: $25.00 Session 1: April 27 – June 1, 2013

(6 weeks) Session 2: June 15 – July 27, 2013

(6 weeks - No class July 6)

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YOUTH/ TEEN

TAI-CHI KUNG FU

ACTIVITIES Riverbank Teen CENTER

Computer lab, video games, exercise room, table tennis, arts & crafts and pool tables are all available!

Location: 3600 Santa Fe St. Hours: Tues.- Fri. 2:45-5:45pm

Saturdays 12-5pm.

Closed Sun. & Mon. *Check website for Summer Hours beginning July 1, 2013

ADULT/ SENIOR

ACTIVITIES

Riverbank Teen ACTION COMMITTEE (RTAC)

RIVERBANK GOLDEN AGERS

Pinecrest Trip

young at heart gathering group

This group assists the City in developing programs and activities for the Teens within Riverbank. Help make decisions, develop parks and facilities, plan events and participate in fundraising activities. Call 863-7140 for more information and to pick up an application.

Hike around the Lake and learn to Kayak! BBQ lunch will be provided.

When: Wed., June 26, 2013 Time: 8:00am-5pm Ages: 11-19 years Fee: Free

TEEN ZONE CHALLENGE

Join us each day and participate in games and challenges similar to Minute to Win it! Accumulate points each day and become the winner of the TEEN ZONE CHALLENGE! When: May 28 – May 31, 2013 Where: Riverbank Teen Center Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Ages: 11-19 years Fee: Free

When: Wednesdays Time: 10:00 am to 1:30 pm Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Fee: $3.00 member

$4.00 non-member

$12.00 for membership For more information call 534-7663.

Come meet every Tuesday at the Cultural Center of Riverbank from 4-6pm for dance, exercise, cooking, games and more! For ages 60 and over. This is offered by the Cultural Center of Riverbank. Visit www. culturalcenterofriverbank.org or call 543-4068 for more information.

SENIOR BASKETBALL

Adults 55+ can join us for a night of competitive basketball!

When: Tuesdays Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe For fees and more information, call Glen Jenkins at 624-3685 or 6836731.

Tai-Chi exercise is a gentle, slow moving motion that improves your balance, reduces the risk of falling, increases strength, lowers blood pressure, improves arthritis and overall health.

When: Tuesdays (ongoing) Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Time: 9:00 -11:00 am Ages: 18+ Fee: $3.00 daily (Please pay the instructor and fill out a release form prior to your first class.)

HOOPWORLD ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Gather up your friends and join us for a 5 on 5 Basketball League. There will be Competitive and Recreational divisions.

When: Sundays Times: To be determined by

amount of teams Where: Community Gym

3625 Santa Fe Season: July 21 – Sept. 22, 2013 Fee: $425.00 per team or

$75.00 Free agent Deadline: June 8, 2013 Late Registration: July 5, 2013

($50.00 late fee) Managed by: World Events Sports

WEEKEND WARRIOR ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL

Grab your friends and neighbors and sign up as a team (min. of 8 players recommended) or an individual/free agent for our 5-on-5 non-contact Flag Football League. If you register as a free agent, we will assign you a team.

Competitive, Recreational and Coed teams available. A minimum of 4 teams are needed.

When: Saturdays Season: April 20 – June 29, 2013

(no games May 25) Where: Riverbank Sports Complex

2119 Morrill Times: To be determined by

amount of teams Fee $425.00/team;

$75.00/ free agent Continued

Deadline: March 29, 2013 Late registration: April 5, 2013

($50 late fee) Managed by: World Event Sports

Zumba Gold

A modified Zumba class aimed for Seniors.

Using the same Latin beat, seniors can exercise and have fun doing it!

When: Mondays & Thursdays Dates: March 18- August 29, 2013 Time: 8:30am-9:30am Where: Community Center

3600 Santa Fe Ages: Adults and Seniors Fee: Free

PICKLEBALL

Come and enjoy the newest craze in sporting activities! The game is similar to Ping Pong and Badmitton and is played on a modified tennis court. The racquet is like a paddleball paddle and the ball is a wiffeball! It’s a fast moving game on a modified court.

When: Saturdays Where: River Cove Tennis Courts Time: 8:00am Fee: Free Ages: Adults

AQUA ZUMBA

Join us for this fast paced exercise to the Latin beat in the pool!

When: Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: June 4 - July 18, 2013 Where: Riverbank Community Pool Time: 7:15-8:00pm Ages: Adults 18+ Fee: $60 for 6 weeks Deadline: May 31, 2013

SUMMER CO-ED SOFTBALL

Bring your neighbors and friends to play in this recreational softball league.

Sign up as a team (minimum 12 players recommended) or as an individual/free agent. If you register as a free agent you will be assigned to a team. Must be 18+ When: Thursdays Castleberg Park, 8th & Kentucky Where: Season: June 13 – August 22, 2013 (no games July 4) Fee: $525.00 per team/

$75.00 free agent Games: 6:00, 7:15 and 8:30 pm

(Lights must be off by 10pm) Deadline: May 24, 2013 Managed by: World Event Sports

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PARK & FACILITY DEVELOPMENT

UPDATE Silva Park Phase II

The City has plans to complete phase II of this park as originally planned once funding is secured.

Phase II will include a shade structure, picnic area, restroom and water play equipment.

Jacob Myers Park

The Friends of Jacob Myers Park and the City of Riverbank continue to work on implementing the Master Plan for this park. The Wedding Gazebo is complete!

We are working on increased parking and an amphitheater.

As grants and donations are received, we will move forward with these projects.

PARK

RESERVATIONS The Recreation Department reserves the picnic shelters and sports fields at the following locations: Call the Recreation Office at 863-7150 for park availability and costs. Reservations can be made at 6707 Third Street.

Jacob Myers Park

Located off Santa Fe Road, over the bridge to the left, along the Stanislaus River. Amenities: large gazebo, playground, wedding gazebo, finger park (bring your own small toy cars), picnic area, open space, restrooms, bicycle/ pedestrian trail and group camp area. No jump houses are permitted at this park.

Community Center Park

Riverbank Sports Complex

Phase II will include a picnic area, BMX Park (not track but a park similar to a skatepark), and a recreation area. Phase II will begin as soon as we can secure funding.

Riverbank Dog Park

We have some ideas for park sites. If you are interested in assisting with the development of this park so we can make it happen call Sue Fitzpatrick at 863-7140.

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Plaza del rio Located across the street from City Hall, this is a perfect location for art, theater, and music! Come to the park and visit Downtown Riverbank!

The City of Riverbank is very proud of all the new playgrounds and parks within the City. Please help us keep them clean and in good repair.

We ask that you please report any vandalism or Graffiti at the parks to 869-7109.

Facility Use & Reservations Riverbank Community Center

Located at 3600 Santa Fe St. The Riverbank Community Center is available for rent for wedding receptions, birthday parties, anniversaries and more! Building capacity is 300. A kitchen is available.

Scout Hall

Castleberg Park

Riverbank Community Pool

Riverbank Sports Complex Located at 2119 Morrill Rd. The Sports Complex has a soccer field and a football/soccer field that can be reserved on a first come first serve basis. A concession stand is also available. These are lighted fields.

Please visit our website at: www.riverbank.org

Located at 3600 Santa Fe St. This park offers a playground and gazebo. This park is near the Riverbank Community Pool.

Jump Houses are allowed with a permit.

This park is located at Eighth and Kentucky and offers a playground, large gazebo area, baseball/softball diamonds, basketball courts, restrooms, and pedestrian walkway around the park. Jump Houses are allowed with a permit.

Registration Info

Located at 3017 High Street.

The Scout Hall is perfect for small events. A small kitchen is available.

Located on the corner of 7th and Stanislaus Street. During the summer the pool is available to rent for birthday parties, company parties, church parties and more!

Cost includes lifeguards. Pool is only open for rent when it is not open to the public.

Riverbank teen center

Located at 3600A Santa Fe, this facility can be rented for youth groups, meetings or special functions during non-operational hours.

Registration for programs is now online at our website or just go to: www.riverbankrecreation.com Walk-in registration is also available at the Recreation Office located at 6707 Third Street.

We are open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Financial Assistance/ Scholarships are available for certain programs. • Hay Ayuda Financiera/ Becas disponibles para Ciertos programas.