First City Activity Guide - Summer 2015

Leavenworth Parks and Recreation

First City Activity Guide Summer 2015 | A Guide to Fun and Leisure Activities in Leavenworth | www.lvks.org

PARKOUR

New Freestyle Fitness Class (page 8) Wollman Aquatic Center Opens May 25 (page 7) FREE First City Fishing Gala – May 9 (page 8) FREE Movie at Stubby Park – July 25 “Disney’s Big Hero 6” (page 9)

COVER PHOTO: Riverfront Park along the Missouri River has a marker depicting the history of the Lewis and Clark Exhibition.

Leavenworth Parks and Recreation 123 S. Esplanade Leavenworth, KS 66048

Postal Customer Leavenworth, KS 66048 Leavenworth, KS Permit No. 67

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Riverfront Community Center

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Riverfront Community Center 913-651-2132 123 S. Esplanade St. Leavenworth, KS 66048 www.lvks.org

Monday - Friday - 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Closes at 5 p.m. Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

CLOSED ON HOLIDAYS: New Year’s, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

All classes listed are held at the Riverfront Community Center. Register at the front desk unless otherwise stated. Corporate rates available. Call 913-651-2132 or e-mail mwilliams@firstcity.org. Daily fee or pass required for all fitness facilities.

Cardio & Weight Rooms: Stair steppers, stationary bikes, treadmills and weight equipment are available. Rooms are locked at all times. Please check out a key at the Riverfront Community Center front desk.

Raquetball Court rental is $2.50 per hour.

Indoor Track: The center has a 1/10 mile indoor track that is open year-round during regular business hours.

Fitness Fees

Admission includes weight room, pool, track, gym and cardio room.

Resident

Adult Daily Admission Youth (4-18), Senior (60+) 20 Punch Adult Pass Youth (4-18), Senior (60+) Monthly Pass 6-month Pass

Adult

One Year Pass

$2

Non-resident

$2.50

$1.50 $2 $35

$45

$25

$35

$30

$35

Youth (4-18), Senior (60+) $20

$25

Adult

$75

$85

Youth (4-18), Senior (60+) $55

$65

Adult

$140

$150

Youth (4-18), Senior (60+) $100

$120

NEW - Tot Watch Child care will be available for patrons utilizing the Riverfront Community Center weekday evenings beginning June 1. Children will enjoy toys in a supervised play room. Register and pay at the community center front desk. Additional times may be available upon request, contact Nancy Baker at nbaker@firstcity.org.

Fees: $3 per visit or $33 for 12-punch pass Tue/Thur 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Racquetball Court Classical Ballet (ages 3 & up) This classical ballet program teaches expression through movement to classical music, while learning proper ballet technique and vocabulary.

Instructor Iryna Hampton, originally from Ukraine, has been teaching Ballet for 20 years. She holds a Master’s Degree in Choreography and Ballet Mastery. Call 315-679-2050 for more information.

Wednesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. (ages 3-5) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (ages 6 & up) Fees: $50 a month

Crossfit & Crossfit Kids Elizabeth Brown, owner/operator of Athletic Body and Mind, offers strength training programs for children and adults. Email elizabeth@athleticbodyandmind. com or visit www.athleticbodyandmind.com for dates, fees, and registration information.

Women & Girls Self-Defense Class - FREE. Learn how to protect yourself. Martial arts instructor Master Frank Hannon offers this class quarterly. Pre-registration required. Minimum age 16. Class Minimum 10, Maximum 16 Saturday, June 27, 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Bootcamp for Women Ladies of all fitness levels are welcome to join Heather Timmons for an effective, intense workout that incorporates body weight, builds strength, and burns maximum calories. Don’t be intimidated by the term “boot camp”. Modifications for each exercise are demonstrated. Wear a good pair of sneakers and workout clothes.

Times: 6 - 6:45 p.m. and 7 - 7:45 p.m.

Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Fees: $5 per class Maximum: 20 per class PiYo® LIVE This class instructed by Heather Timmons combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility of flowing yoga movements.

This class is perfect for every fitness level and for those looking to add something new to their routine. Bring your mat and hand towel - because you are going to sweat and have fun doing it.

Times: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. and 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Days: Saturday mornings Fees: $5 per class Maximum: 8 per class Personal Training Heather Timmons is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and coach who will work with women to create workout and nutrition plans based on their needs and goals. Sessions are 55 minutes long. Please contact her at (913) 215-0458 or heathertimmonscoach@gmail.com to schedule a session. All sessions are first come, first serve based on availability. Once your session is scheduled, registration and payment are then taken at the cashier’s desk at Riverfront Community Center. $25 per session

Riverfront CommunityCenter The Riverfront Community Center is a charming 1880s Union Depot train station located on the banks of the Missouri River. Originally constructed in 1888, this historic depot was lovingly restored and remodeled in 1988 as a multi-functional facility. It is a 20 to 45-minute drive from most areas of Kansas City.

This classic facility provides an ideal atmosphere for all special events, from weddings and receptions to seminars and meetings. No matter what type of event you are planning, our staff can help you arrange your perfect day.

Directly behind the Center, Leavenworth Landing Park offers picturesque views of the Missouri River. Photo opportunities abound in these naturally scenic surroundings.

Let us help make your special day joyous and stress free. For information or reservations, contact the Riverfront Community Center Manager at (913) 680-2709, or email tmetzgar@firstcity.org.

Room Rental Rates Four Hour Minimum Required

Room

Resident

Non-Resident

Capacity

Riverview Room

$55/hr

$60/hr

100-300

Men’s Waiting Room

$40/hr

$45/hr.

50-150

Women’s Waiting Room

$40/hr.

$45/hr.

25-100

South Wing

$40/hr.

$45/hr.

20-100

Activity Room

$15/hr.

$20/hr.

10-50

Gymnasium

$50/hr.

$55/hr.

600

Indoor Pool

$55/hr.

$60/hr.

75-100

North Kitchen

$20/hr.

$25/hr.

N/A

South Kitchen

$20/hr.

$25/hr.

N/A

The Riverview Room Aptly named for its beautiful views of the majestic Missouri River, this elegant banquet room can seat 80-250 guests for a typical wedding reception. In addition, an adjoining outdoor patio overlooks the river.

The Men’s Waiting Room Impressive 30-foot woodpaneled ceilings soar above the original fixtures, woodwork and fireplace. The Men’s Waiting Room can accommodate

PiYo® LIVE Join Tammie Ferguson as you stretch, strengthen and tone every muscle during this fusion of Pilates and yoga using only your body weight. You’ll improve your flexibility, balance and body awareness with this low-impact workout that caters to all fitness levels.

Mondays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., begins June 1 $7 per class Zumba Dance your way to fitness with instructor Joana Reddick in this fun, high-energy class. Good for beginner to advanced.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $4 per class or $30 per month Sloga Join Robin Krasnesky for a relaxing evening of “Sloga,” a gentle yoga class. Appropriate for all experience levels, this class is the perfect antidote for stress and fatigue. The

a wedding ceremony for up to 160 people or a smaller reception for up to 80 people.

This lovely room also boasts a river view.

Riverfront Community Center

Experience the timeless elegance of the

The Women’s Waiting Room Adjacent to the Riverview Room, this cozy room is a smaller version of the Men’s Waiting Room. The Women’s Waiting Room has versatile side doors that can be opened to access the Riverview Room.

Harvey Girl Luncheons A lovely lunch is served at the Riverfront Community Center by the Harvey Girls, followed by a brief history of Fred Harvey and his train depot restaurants from the 1800s. girls. Reservations must be made two (2) weeks in advance with a minimum of 20 persons. For more details, contact the Manager (913) 680-2709 or the Leavenworth Convention and Visitors Bureau, (913) 682-4113.

focus will be on gentle stretching, stress relieving breathing techniques, strengthening and toning muscles, refreshing the joints’ range of motion, exploring the sense of balance, and developing endurance and flexibility.

Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30–7:30 p.m. $10 per class Yoga Instructor Tina Thomas teaches class members to release stress and fatigue, increase strength, balance, and flexibility, and restore energy.

Tuesday & Thursday 9-10 a.m. $5 a class, or 10-punch pass for $35 residents/$40 non- residents.

Toddler Time Children ages 5 and under are invited to the gym for open play time. A bounce house, basketballs, Big Wheels, and other fun toys are provided. Adult supervision required.

Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon. Fee: $2 per child

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Leavenworth Parks

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Leavenworth City Parks planted and a plaque erected at the planting site. Request forms are available at the Parks & Recreation Office. For an additional $200, you may request a 5” x 5” aluminum plaque.

For a larger plaque size, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 913-651-2203 for details.

Memorial Bench Program Another way to honor a special person or group is through the purchase of a memorial bench with an attached commemorative plaque. The Parks & Recreation Department will install a beautiful, high-quality aluminum bench in Leavenworth Landing Park. Down payment required to order. For pricing and ordering information, please call Julie Anderson at 913-651-2203.

Cody Park 3003 Shrine Park Road Leavenworth Landing Park This scenic park on the Missouri River (Esplanade & Cherokee Streets) is available to rent for special occasions. Permit fees are $15 per hour ($20 for non-City residents) with a $100 refundable damage deposit. Fees are due when a permit is requested. Choose the Paddlewheel Plaza or the Railroad Roundhouse. (Note: This park has active train tracks.) The Bridge Tender’s Building rents for $20, with a $20 refundable key deposit. The park, which is adjacent to the Riverfront Community Center and historic downtown Leavenworth, also connects to the Three-Mile Creek Trail at Leavenworth Landing Park walkway.

Three Mile Creek Trail Closure: Portions of the Three Mile Creek Trail from Leavenworth Landing Park will be closed beginning April 27 for construction.

Legacy Tree Program Commemorate a special person or event with a living legacy. For a $200 fee, a tree will be

Shelters

Alcoholic Beverage Permit

By City ordinance, alcoholic beverages are prohibited in City parks, except as authorized by Parks and Recreation to Leavenworth area residents with a park reservation permit. There is a $10 alcoholic beverage or beer permit fee.

Game Kits Rent a kit at the Parks & Recreation Office for $5 (& a $20 refundable deposit) for up to 3 days. Includes a volleyball & net, one baseball, two softballs, two bats, three gloves, a football, & a soccer ball.

Picnic Shelters Rent a shelter for the day at Leavenworth City parks. Picnic tables seat 6-8 people. Tables included with a reservation will fill each shelter comfortably (except as noted below). Extra tables are $5 each. Ray Miller Park shelter has no access to restroom facilities.

Park Shelter Rentals Resident

Cody David Brewer David Brewer-RR Dougherty Hawthorn N. Esplanade Ray Miller Riverfront Park Stubby Wollman (East) Wollman (Main) Wollman (West) V.A. Park

$35 $25 $10 $10 $25 $25 $10 $25 $10 $25 $50 $25 $10

Non-Resident Tables

$40 $30 $15 $15 $30 $30 $15 $30 $15 $30 $55 $30 $15

Grills

10

1

7

1

2

1

1

0

7

2

7

1

1

1

7

1

1

0

7

1

12

2

7

1

1

1

10th Avenue Park 3500 Tenth Ave.

Rest rooms Picnic tables Picnic Shelter

1.14 MILE

Bob Dougherty Park 800 N. 2nd St.

Playground

Buffalo Bill Cody Park 3003 Shrine Park Road

.25 MILE

Ball Fields Tennis Courts

David Brewer Park 1801 Ottawa St.

Hiking/ Walking trail

Havens Park 2201 Ottawa St. Hawthorn Park 1100 Ohio St.

1 MILE Bike Path Volleyball Court

Jefferson Park 1100 Kickapoo St.

Soccer Fields

Leavenworth Landing Park 301 S. Esplanade St.

.5 MILE

Basketball Courts

North Esplanade Park 500 N. Esplanade St.

.25 MILE

Horseshoe Courts

.5 MILE

Bath House

Ray Miller Park 4103 S. Fourth St.

Boat Ramps

Riverfront Park Campground 1201 Riverfront Park Road Southside Park 2600 S. First St. Sportsfield Park 2100 Ottawa St.

Leavenworth Parks

LEAVENWORTH CITY PARKS

Camping/ RVs Sledding Hill .7 MILE

Pools Skate Park

Stubby Park 1501 S. Fourth St.

Dog Park

Waggin’ Tails Dog Park 2901 VA Park Drive

Accessible

Wollman Park 1300 Shawnee St.

Scenic view

For a complete listing of City parks and facilities, visit our website at www.lvks.org, or call (913) 651-2203 for more information. All park and alcohol permits are issued at the Leavenworth Parks & Recreation Office, 123 S. Esplanade Street. City ordinance requires that all dogs be on leashes.

Adopt-A-Park Program If your group is looking for a way to make a difference in our community, consider adopting a Leavenworth city park or other landscaped public area.

Participants can choose from a variety of tasks: establishing a presence in the parks and reporting vandalism and maintenance problems, picking up litter, painting, weeding or gardening.

Donations also may be made for park improvements. City staff will provide guidance and some materials for projects. Contact Julie Anderson, Parks & Recreation Director, at (913) 651-2203, or

janderson@firstcity.org. Choose a park and decide what activities you will be able to do and how often. Once this is established, a sign will be erected in the park with your group’s name and logo.

Riverfront Park Campground This cozy park beside the Missouri River is the perfect place to relax. The campground offers basic and electric camping pads, tent camping, a bath house with four private units, a boat ramp, picnic shelter, and dump station.

(Note: This park is adjacent to active train tracks.) For information and reser-

vations, call the Park Manager at (913) 290-0034. Open April 1-October 31.

Campground Fees A key deposit of $20 is required of all campers receiving a gate and/or restroom key. This deposit will be returned to the patron upon departure and successful return of the keys. Lost keys will result in forfeiture of the $20 deposit.

Tent Only Site: $10 Tent & Restroom Key: $12 (+ $20 key deposit) Camper Pad with Electric & Restroom Key: $15 (+ $20 key deposit) Non-Camper Dump Station Fee: $10, Pets: $2/Pet per Day

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Aquatic Programs

Aquatic Programs Lap Swim Rules Riverfront Community Center Pool Hours No one under age 14 admitted into the pool during Lap The RFCC Pool will be closed July 25 & 26 for maintenance.

Swim, unless authorized by the Recreation Program SuperProgram Days Times visor. All Lap Swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted, using front crawl. Circle swim is Mon./Wed/Fri. 6 - 8 a.m. and required when there are more than two swimmers per lane.

Lap Swim

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Choose a lane with swimmers equal to your ability. (Always Tues./Thurs.

6 - 8 a.m. and stay to the right). No more than five swimmers per lane. Ex 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. ceptions to these rules must be approved by the Recreation Program Supervisor. ** Upon request, up to 2 lap lanes can Water Saturday 10 a.m. to noon be made available for lap swim and water walking during Exercise water exercise classes.

Mon./Wed/Fri. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Flotation Devices In order to keep all patrons safe while enjoying the pool, only noodle floats may be used. No other toys or floats allowed unless during class times. An approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) may be used by an individual with special physical or mental need. This must have prior approval from the Aquatic Supervisor.

Private Swim Lessons Pre-registration and payment will be taken within a 2-week period at the Riverfront Community Center front desk. When that session closes, those registered lessons will be assigned to an instructor within 3 business days, and parents/guardians will be called with details of the first lesson all arranged.

Any questions please contact Nancy Baker at nbaker@firstcity.org. A supplemental form must be completed at registration to ensure a good fit with availability and lesson goals.

Fees: $15 per 40-minute session for private $25 per 40-minute session for semi-private (2 students) Registration Sessions: May 1-15 May 16-31 June 1-4

June 15-30 July 1-15 July 16-31

August 1-15 August 16-31

Leavenworth Riptides Swim Team Leavenworth Riptide swimmers ages 5–18 compete in a summer league with surrounding communities. For information call (913) 758-6629.

Parents’ Informational Meeting 5 - 6 p.m. May 6 at the Riverfront Community Center.

Fee: $50 (3rd child ½ price) Registration Begins April 25 (limited to first 60 swimmers)

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WATER EXERCISE CLASS SCHEDULES Aquacise Classes One Aquacise pass is valid for ALL Aquacise classes. Passes may be purchased at the Riverfront Community Center front desk. Passes do not expire.

June 1 – Sept. 4 Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Riverfront Mon/Wed/Fri 1-2 p.m.

Riverfront Mon & Wed 6-7 p.m.

Riverfront June 1 – Sept. 7 Mon – Fri 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Wollman >>

Mon./Wed/Fri.

1-2 p.m.

Mon. and Wed.

6 - 7 p.m.

Swim Lessons Tues. & Thurs.

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Fees for 20-Punch Aquacise Pass (or $5 Drop-in fee)

Resident Non-Resident Adult $40 $45 Senior Citizen (60+) $35 $40 Water Safety Instructor Course This 4-day course will train candidates on how to teach water safety, which will include basic water rescues and personal water safety, instruction on teaching the Learn to Swim program, Preschool Aquatics, and Parent and Child Aquatics. Prerequisites: Must be age 16 on or before the last day of course. Demonstrate the ability to correctly perform the following swimming strokes: Front crawl – 25 yds; back crawl – 25 yds; breaststroke – 25 yds; elementary backstroke – 25 yds; sidestroke – 25 yds; butterfly – 15 yds. Maintain position of back floating for one minute in deep water. Tread water for 1 minute. Register at Riverfront Community Center front desk. (Min 4 / Max 12) Saturdays & Sundays, May 2-3 and May 9-10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: April 24 Fee - Resident: $180 Non Resident: $200 OUTDOOR Pool Parties at Wollman Aquatic Center Reserve the Wollman Aquatic pool shelter during open swim - $25 city residents or $30 for nonresidents -- and pay only $3.50 per person. After hours: Pay $200 for up to 100 people on a Friday or Saturday night, 8-9:30 p.m. (Sorry, no indoor summer pool parties.) Call 913-651-2203. Our in-house caterer can provide food and drinks for pool parties. Call Terry Booker at 913-702-5499 or e-mail him at theabcafe@gmail. com.

Open daily Memorial Day (May 25) through August 16, Weekends Aug. 22- Sept. 7 1300 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS

OPENS MAY 25 | (913) 682-SWIM (7946)

No Morning Activities at Wollman June 12, 19, 26. Pool opens at 1 p.m.

Wollman Summer Swim Schedule

Wollman Aquatic Center Passes

Season passes and 10-punch passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 18-22 at Wollman. Season passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 25-July 31. Each person will receive one photo ID card with a season membership. Replacement cards are $5 each.

Passes are good for the 2015 season only. Season passes will be half price after July 31.

Resident Non-Resident

Riptides

Mon.-Thurs.

7 - 9 a.m.

Swim Lessons

Mon. - Thurs. 9 - 11:10 a.m.

Adult Lap Swim

Mon. - Thurs. 10 - 1 p.m.

Adult Lap Swim

Fri-Sat.

noon - 1 p.m.

Daily admission

Ages 3 and under Free

Free

Daily admission

Ages 4 and up

$4

$5

Little Nemos (5 and under, kiddie pool only)

Tues./Thurs.

9:30 - 11 a.m.

10-punch pass

Ages 4 and up

$35

$45

Water Exercise

Mon. - Fri.

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Individual Season pass

Ages 4 and up

$50

$75

Special Needs Swim

Saturday

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Household Season Pass

Ages 4 and up

$120

$180

Open Swim (May 25 - Aug. 16)

Daily

1 - 7:30 p.m.

Additional Household *

Ages 4 and up

$25

$30

Open Swim (Aug. 22 - Sept. 7)

Sat. & Sun.

1 - 7:30 p.m.

Little Nemos/kiddie pool

Ages 5 and under $1

Aquatic Center Regulations Children age 9 and under must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult age 18 or older.

Proper swim attire required. No thongs, cut-offs, “sagging,” or suits with belts, buckles, rivets, etc. NO street clothes will be allowed past the breezeway.

Improper conduct or profane language will not be tolerated.

Aquatic Programs

Wollman Aquatic Center

Family Fun Nights at Wollman Parents can join in with their children of all ages and enjoy this NEW program. Certified Lifeguard staff will lead wet and wacky pool games with prizes to be awarded. Games will include water limbo, beach ball races, jump rope, splash and many more.

Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 General Admission Fee

$1

No food, beverages (except water), or glass containers will be brought into the facility.

Swim diapers are mandatory for nontoilet-trained persons.

Management reserves the right to refuse admittance to or eject from the aquatic center premises any person failing to comply with these and other posted health and safety regulations.

2015 Summer American Red Cross

LEARN-TO-SWIM Indoor & Outdoor Swim Lessons The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department provides American Red Cross swim programs for children, teens, and adults taught by certified instructors. Learn-toSwim classes will be taught at the Riverfront Community

Center and the Wollman Aquatic Center in June and July.

Students must be registered by noon the Friday before the session starts.

Fees: $40 for resident, $45 for non-resident (3rd child ½ price)

OUTDOOR: Two-Week Swim Sessions at Wollman Aquatic Center Mon. - Thurs.

Session 1: June 1-11 Session 2: June 15-25 Class Level

INDOOR : Tuesday/Thursday Evening Swim Sessions at the Riverfront Community Center

Session 3: July 6-16 Session 4: July 20-30

Age

Time

Parent/Child

1 - 3 years 10:30-11:10 a.m.

Preschool (1,2,3)

4 - 5 years 10:30-11:10 a.m.

Level 1, 2

6 & up

Levels 3-4

Four weeks (Min. 3/Max 6)

Session 1: June 2- 25 Session 2: July 7 - 30

Class Level

Age

Time

Parent/Child

1-3 years

6:05-6:45 p.m.

9:45-10:25 a.m. & 10:30-11:10 a.m.

Preschool (1,2,3)

4- 5 yrs.

6:05-6:45 p.m.

6 & up

9 - 9:40 a.m. 9:45-10:25 a.m.

Level 1

6 and up

6:05-6:45 p.m.

Levels 5-6

6 & up

9 - 9:40 a.m.

Levels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

6 and up

6:50- 7:30 p.m.

Teen/adult

13 & up

9 - 9:40 a.m.

Teens/adult

13 and up

7:30 - 8:10 p.m.

Day care

11:15-11:55 a.m.

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Aquatic Programs

Calendar o Find our events calendar online at www.lvks.org April 7 - ELECTION DAY - Don’t forget to vote.

kinds of trucks working in and around our community.

APRIL 18 - Leavenworth Citywide Spring Cleanup. Volunteers will pickup trash throughout the City. Contact mbower@firstcity.org for more information.

MAY 9 - FREE First City Fishing Gala Check-in: 8 – 9 a.m. Children ages 6-15 are invited to bring their poles and join in the fun at 80 Acres (formerly Doolittle Farms). The Leavenworth Bass Club will provide everything your child will need to catch a fish including assistance if requested. There will be games, contests, prizes and a fish fry after the derby for all registered participants. Pre-registration required. Call 913-758-6648, May 4-8, 8am-4pm for information and to register. Limited to 50 children.

APRIL 24 - Arbor Day Celebration – Parks staff will plant a tree to honor a local person. Tree planting at noon at Ray Miller Park.

APRIL 24-MAY 3 - The River City Community Players will be featuring “Belles” at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center at 5th & Delaware. Performances will be held April 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2, 3. Curtain Times: 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets available at the door. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.lvks.org.

For more information, call 913-651-0027 or visit www.rccplv.com.

MAY 6 - FREE Touch-A-Truck 10 - 11:30 a.m. Bring the kids to Leavenworth Landing Park and see the many

New Program: Parkour Fitness Training

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(Begins June 3) Instructor Robert Bone began practicing Parkour five years ago. Parkour is a holistic training discipline using movement to get from point A to point B in the most efficient way possible. Parkour can include obstacle courses, running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, and rolling, depending on what movement is deemed most suitable for the given situation.

Parkour is a fun way to exercise, and participants will experience increased flexibility, strength, and agility. Participants should wear loose clothing such as sweat pants, t-shirts and tennis shoes. Bring water or a sports drink for hydration. All participants must sign an additional participant waiver upon registration

with the cashier at the Riverfront Community Center.

Wednesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays, 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Location: June 3 class at Hawthorn Parkother locations TBA Fees: $45/month (includes both Wed. & Sat. classes-1st class free) Age: 16 - 40 years Class Min: 5, Max: 15

MAY 27 - JULY 29 - Youth Bike Races Santa Fe Trails Bike Shop and Leavenworth Parks and Recreation will host youth bike races at Warren Middle School. Parent’s signature and helmets required. For information or to register, call (913) 682-2444.

Dates: May 27, June 3, June 17, July 8, July 29, rain date Aug. 5.

Registration Time: 6:15 p.m.

Race Time: 6:30 p.m.

Fees: Ages 12 & under FREE / Ages 13-18 USCF license fee $10 (may be purchased on site) JUNE 5-7 - The River City Community Players will be featuring “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center on June 5, 6, 7 at 5th & Delaware. Curtain Times: 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets available at the door. For more information, call 913-651-0027 or visit www.rccplv.com.

JUNE 6 - FREE National Trails Day Walk (8:00 a.m.) Support National Trails Day with a three-mile trail walk starting at Sportsfield trailhead (20th & Ottawa).

JUNE 20 - Dad & Me Campout. (8 p.m.-8 a.m) Come out to Wollman Aquatic Center and get away from it all.

Pitch your tent on the grass and enjoy a night of swimming at the Aquatic Center, games, and star-gazing. Enjoy breakfast the next morning. Register at the Riverfront Community Center.

(Limit of 20 tents.)

Fee: $25 for dad (or mom) & 1 child; $5 each extra child or adult.

JULY 25 - FREE MOVIE, Disney’s “Big Hero 6” Activities & Dancing at Stubby Park Leavenworth Parks and Recreation encourages children to explore their neighborhood parks. Children ages 10 and under are invited to join us at Stubby Park to celebrate “National Parks and Recreation Month” and “National Dance Day.” From 7 to 9 p.m. there will be games, activities, music, dancing and prizes. Kids will learn that outdoor physical activity can be fun as well as healthy. The movie will begin at approximately 9 p.m.

JULY 31- AUGUST 15 – The River City Community Players will be featuring “Bye Bye Birdie” at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center on July 31, August 1, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 at 5th & Delaware.

Curtain Times: 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets available at the door. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.lvks.org.

For more information, call 913-6510027 or visit www.rccplv.com.

SEPTEMBER 11-13 - The River City Community Players will be featuring “Into the Woods” at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center on September 11, 12, 13 at 5th & Delaware. Curtain Times: 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets available at the door. For more information, call 913-651-0027 or visit www.rccplv.com.

SEPTEMBER 12 - Doggie Dash-NSplash at Wollman Park (1–4 p.m.)

Festivities will include music, snacks, raffles, cutest doggie bathing suit

session. Fees: $10 per dog for the hike OR one swim session, or $15 per dog for both the hike and one swim session, which also includes a doggie bandana.

Pre-register at the Riverfront Community Center front desk by September 10. Event day registration accepted - bandanas available at later date. All proceeds will benefit the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park. contest, bounce house, vendors, hike, and doggie swimming. Hike Time: 1:15 p.m. Swim Times: 2-3:00 p.m. and 3:154:15 p.m. 75 dogs maximum per swim

Aquatic Programs

of Events COMING THIS FALL “Live at the Hollywood Theater” Jazz Concert, Nov.14. Watch for details.

Taekwon-Do with Master Frank Hannon

Year round at the Riverfront Community Center The mental training and techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense as well as health. It involves the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks and dodges. Taekwon-Do training is wholistic and teaches physical toughness, self-defense, confidence and self-discipline.

Classes are available for a range of ages and abilities. Contact Master Frank Hannon at (913) 682-3677 for information.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Times: 6 - 6:30 p.m. Little Tigers Ages 5-7 6:30-7:15 p.m. Ages 8-14 7:15-8:15 p.m. Adults Fees: $55 a month - first family member/$35 per additional family member

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Spoorts and Activities

Sports and Activities Registrations are accepted at the Riverfront Community Center unless otherwise noted. For information, call (913) 651-2203 or (913) 758-6648.

Practice Field Reservations: Registered city league adult and youth teams may reserve practice fields. To reserve a practice field, call 913-651-2203. A confirmation of the reservation will be e-mailed to the head coach.

Tournaments: Fields may be reserved for tournaments. A contract must be signed and fees must be paid in advance.

Inquire at the Parks and Recreation Office or call (913) 7586648.

Sports Officials: For information on officiating or to report a problem, contact Tabor Medill, Recreation Program Supervisor, at (913) 758-6648 or tmedill@firstcity.org.

Rain-Out Line: (913) 364-5821 A notice will be recorded weekdays by 4 p.m. and weekends by 8 a.m.(a.m. games), NOON (p.m. games) or 4 p.m. (night games). If conditions change after notice posting time, officials must decide whether or not to play. If no games are canceled, there will be no new message.

Adult Co-Ed Softball Join the fun of the Leavenworth City Co-ed Softball program.

Participants MUST be age 19 and above. (10) game season Registration: July 1-31 League Fees: $295 per team Fall Men’s Double-Header Softball Open to men age 19 and over whose high school class has graduated. Each team is guaranteed 10 games. The season will run August-October. Requires a minimum of 4 teams and an even number of teams. No divisions. A.S.A. rules.

Registration: July 1-31 League Fees: $295 per team 43rd Annual City Tennis Tournament Participants must live or work in the Leavenworth County area or be a former champion. For additional information, call (913) 547-2599.

Dates: Friday, May 29 Juniors

Saturday, May 30 Adults

Sunday, May 31 Finals Fees: $15 Singles or $25 Doubles, per person, per event

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Dog Manners and Obedience Dog trainer, Kim Downing, will teach you and your fourlegged friend the basic commands. Geared for dogs ages 4 months or older. Must be current on vaccinations. This is a seven-week program. The first week is without the dog. Class is held on Wednesday evenings. For more information, visit www.yourbestdog.com.

Level I: This is the foundation level class and includes many behaviors like beginning walking on leash, sit, down, come, focused attention, place, and stay.

Adult Co-Ed Softball and Men’s Double-Header Softball are available this fall! Sign-up is July 1-31. Contact tmedill@firstcity.org for more details.

Level II: (Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level I class.)

This a continuation of Level I with the skills getting more refined and difficult. Additional skills like directional come, leave it, wait, back, and stand will be added along with work on mannered greetings. Includes AKC Canine Good Citizen test. (Call 913-758-6629 for information.)

Wednesdays, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.

Fee: $80 Level 1, Session 1: May 6 – June 17 Level 1, Session 2: July 1 – August 12 Level 1, Session 3: August 26 – October 7 Leavenworth Soccer Association The Leavenworth Soccer Association (LSA) offers Spring (Mar-May) and Fall (Aug-Oct) soccer for children and adults.

For information or to register, call the LSA at (913) 651-3800, visit the Youth Achievement Center at 3rd and Delaware, or visit leavenworthsoccer.org.