Parks and Recreation
First City Activity Guide Your guide to fun and leisure activities in Leavenworth
Summer 2013
Projects to improve City Parks’ Usability, Safety fixtures in David Brewer Park and replaced them with street lights leftover from the Delaware Streetscape Project. Staff refurbished the light fixtures and had them installed along the walkway. Electricity was connected to the existing flag pole so that it can be lit 24 hours a day. A sidewalk was also installed from the interior walkway north to the playground. The new sidewalk provides access from the interior of the park and shelter area to the playground.
Trail Head Marker Boxes Over the winter, Parks Department staff constructed nine cedar trail head marker boxes. They were placed at various locations to indicate route distance and connectivity of the trails. Patrons can find these trail marker boxes at entrances to City trails, walkways, and pathways, including the 10th Avenue Park/Five-Mile Creek Trail, Sportsfield, Havens Park, Landing Park, Three-Mile Creek Trail/Haymarket Square, and 20th Street Walkway. New Storage Building Parks Department staff constructed a new storage building in Riverfront Park at the Campground Manager’s site. The building will provide the Campground Manager
with a storage area for supplies necessary for campground operation and grounds maintenance. This is a continuation of ongoing improvements to the Riverfront Park Campground, which includes a new shower house facility, paved camper pads, new electric pedestals in the campground, a renovated picnic shelter and gatehouse building for campground patron registration. Traffic flow has also been improved in the park, with the drive from the entrance to around the center island marked as “one way.” This allows for better traffic flow and easier boat trailer parking. David Brewer Park Lights In 2012, the Parks Department removed the old, missing or damaged walkway light
Cody Park Concession/Restroom Facility The park’s restroom facility is scheduled to be remodeled, including a new roof and guttering, new skylights, all new bathroom fixtures, new concession area cabinets and sink, new concession counter tops and new paint. Electrical provisions will be upgraded to accommodate heating. R.L. Phillips received the low bid of $61,975 for this project.
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Leavenworth Parks and Recreation 123 W. Esplanade Leavenworth, KS 66048
Trail marker boxes contain maps that hikers, walkers and bicyclists can take with them. This trail marker box at Leavenworth Landing Park shows the Three-Mile Creek Trail.
David Brewer Park Restroom/Storage Coming this spring, a new building at Brewer Park will serve as restrooms and a storage facility, scheduled for construction this spring. There will be handicappedaccessible stalls for each gender. The facility will also include a storage area on the south side. This will allow for parks items and tennis tournament supplies to be available on site. The facility also includes a canopy area on the west side that can be rented for events. R.L. Phillips received the low bid of $144,850 for this project. It is funded through Capital Improvement Funds.
Postal Customer Leavenworth, KS 66048 Leavenworth, KS Permit No. 67
U.S. POSTAGE PAID PRE-SORT STANDARD ECRWSS
Riverfront Community Center
Summer 2013
Riverfront Community Center
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123 S. Esplanade Leavenworth, KS, 913-651-2132
Room
Meeting and Special Event Room Rentals Beautiful and spacious rooms are available for hosting your special event. Call 913-680-2709 for reservations. A $100 refundable damage/security deposit is required to confirm your reservation. If alcohol is to be served, deposit is $300. Hourly room rental include set-up and break-down of tables, chairs and trash removal. Decorating time is charged at $10 per hour. Table sizes are small rounds (seats four/36 in.) large rounds (seats eight/60 in.) and rectangular (seats six 3 x 6 feet). A limited number of eight-foot, small round, and halfround tables are available.
Catering Catering options include the use of our in-house caterer, hiring an outside caterer (20% surcharge added) or rental of the kitchen. Cash bars require a temporary liquor permit. For liquor permit information, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 913682-9201 or the Kansas Department of Revenue at www.ksrevenue.org. Rental Items Projector system - $25 Portable screen - $10 Dance Floor - $50 Patio Furniture - $25 Bar or Fireplace - $25 Table Skirts (black/white/ivory) $15
Resident
Non-Res.
Size
Capacity
Riverview Room
$50/hr
$55/hr
67 ft. x 55 ft.
100-300
Men’s Waiting Room
$35/hr
$40/hr
36 ft. x 48 ft.
50-150
Women’s Waiting Room
$35/hr
$40/hr
36 ft. x 38 ft.
25-100
South Wing
$35/hr
$40/hr
50 ft. x 30 ft.
20-100
Activity Room
$10/hr
$15/hr
33 ft. x 23 ft.
10-50
Gymnasium
$45/hr
$50/hr
70 ft. x 100 ft.
600
Indoor Pool
$50/hr
$55/hr
6 lanes/25 yards
75-100
Pool Balcony
$10/hr
$10/hr
12 ft. X 16 ft.
10-25
North Kitchen
$20/hr
$25/hr
20 ft. x 20 ft.
N/A
South Kitchen
$15/hr
$20/hr
13 ft. x 16 ft.
N/A
PARKS IMPROVEMENTS - CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Riverfront Community Center Updates The first phase of improvements to the South Wing included painting, new wood blinds, and wood trim work. New Flooring The old white tile flooring in the South Wing and South Wing Kitchen was removed and replaced with a random-patterned luxury vinyl tile. This flooring, which has a 15-year warranty, is called Karndean, a product that is beautiful and easy to maintain. South Wing Kitchen In addition to the new flooring, new cabinets, and new counter tops, a spacious island, new microwave and new stove were installed in the South Wing Kitchen. There are plans to replace the refrigerator and install a new ice machine.
The South Wing of the Riverfront Community Center has new flooring, wood blinds, and other attractive features. This room seats up to 100, has a newly renovated kitchen in the next room, and is available for rent. Rates are $35 an hour for Leavenworth residents and $40 an hour for non-residents.
Admission includes weight room, cardio room, pool, track and gym. Racquetball court reservations $2.50/hour. Call 913-651-2132 for reservations.
Admission type Daily Admission 20 Punch Pass
Monthly Pass 6 Month Pass One Year Pass
Resident
Non-Resident
Adult
$2
$2.50
$1.50
$2
Adult
$35
$45
Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
$25
$35
Adult
$30
$35
Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
$20
$25
Adult
$75
$85
Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
$55
$65
Adult
$140
$150
Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
$100
$120
Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Sunday - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday - 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
CLOSED ON HOLIDAYS:
New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Center closes at 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. For general information, please e-mail mwilliams@firstcity.org.
Cardio and Weight Rooms Stair steppers, stationary bikes, treadmills and weight equipment are available to help you reach your fitness goals. These rooms are locked at all times. Please check out a key at the Riverfront Community Center front desk. Indoor Track The center has a 1/10-mile indoor track that is open year-round during regular business hours. Admission required. CrossFit Program Elizabeth Brown, owner/operator of Athletic Body & Mind, offers strength training for children and adults. For information, e-mail Elizabeth@athleticbodyandmind.com. Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays Times: 9 - 11 a.m. (open gym) Fees: Starts at $30 per person, per month. Family and student discounts available.
Zumba, a dance/aerobics fitness class, is available at the Riverfront Community Center. This full hour fitness class is $4 per session for regular Zumba 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and $5 per session for tone and Zumba 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays.
Toddler Time Ages 5 and under are invited to the gym for fun and exercise. Adult supervision is required. Days: Monday and Wednesday Times: 10 a.m. to noon Fees: $2 per child
Yoga Release stress and fatigue, increase strength, balance and flexibility and restore energy and vitality. Days: Tuesday and Thursday Times 9-10 a.m. Fees: $5 for a class or purchase a 10-punch pass for $35 resident/$40 for non-resident. Zumba Dance your way to fitness in this fun, high-energy class. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $4 per session Tuesdays tone and Zumba, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $5 per session.
Note: The Riverfront Community Center pool is closed for maintenance during the summer of 2013. See pages 6-7 for fitness opportunities at the Wollman Aquatic Center pool.
Summer 2013
Tae Kwon Do This martial art combines combat techniques, self-defense, sport and exercise. Days: Tuesday and Thursday Times: 6-6:30 p.m. - Little Tigers 6:30-7:15 p.m. - Ages 8-14 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. - Adults Fees: $55 per month for first family member; $35 per additional family member. For more information, contact Master Hannon at 913-682-3677.
Guest
Don’t forget to ask about corporate rates! To pay “Resident” fees, you must live in the Leavenworth/Fort Leavenworth city limits. For more information, call (913) 651-2132.
Riverfront Community Center
Riverfront Community Center Fitness Facilities
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Summer 2013 Parks
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CITY Parks Picnic Shelter: Rent a shelter for the day at Leavenworth City parks. (Picnic tables seat 6-8 people. Rent additional tables for $5 apiece. Ray Miller Park Shelter has two restroom facilities. For a complete listing of city parks and facilities, visit www.lvks.org, or call 913 651-2203 for more information. All park and alcohol permits are issued at the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Office, 123 S. Esplanade Street.
Shelters
Cody David Brewer Dougherty Hawthorn N. Esplanade Ray Miller Riverfront Park Stubby Wollman (East) Wollman (Main) Wollman (West) V.A. Park
Resident
$35 $25 $10 $25 $25 $10 $25 $10 $25 $50 $25 $10
Non-Resident
$40 $30 $15 $30 $30 $15 $30 $15 $30 $55 $30 $15
Tables 10
Size 20 x 44 ft
7
25 x 25 ft
1
24 x 20 ft
7
40 x 24 ft
7
25 x 25 ft
1
16 x 16 ft
7
38 x 20 ft
1
17 x 17 ft
7
36 x 20 ft
12
40 x 60 ft
7
36 x 20 ft
1
16 x 16 ft
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 and Recreation Office for $5 (and a $20 refundable deposit) for up to 3 days. Includes a volleyball and net, one baseball, two softballs, two bats, three gloves, a football and a soccer ball.
Leavenworth Landing Park This scenic park on the Missouri River (Esplanade and 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 either the Paddlewheel Plaza or the Railroad Roundhouse. All fees are due when a permit is requested. The Bridge Tender’s Building, which has recently undergone a beautiful renovation, rents for $20 per hour with a $20 refundable deposit. The park, which is adjacent to the Riverfront Community Center and historic downtown Leavenworth, also connects to the Three-Mile-Creek Trail Shelter space at Riverfront Park is available for rent for $25 for residents and $30 at Leavenworth Landing Park walkway. for nonresidents. Adopt-a-Park Program If your group is looking for a way to make a difference in our community, why not consider adopting a Leavenworth city park or other landscaped public area? Participants can choose from a variety of tasks including establishing a presence in the parks, 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. Choose a park, decide which 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. Contact Julie Anderson, Parks and Recreation Director, at 913-758-6713 or janderson@firstcity.org. Legacy Tree Program Commemorate a special person or event with a living legacy. For a $200 fee, a tree will be planted and a plaque erected at the planting site. Request forms are available at the Parks and Recreation Office. Emerald Ash Borer The Emerald Ash Borer is threatening Ash trees across the country. The beetle has been detected in Wyandotte County, Kansas, and Clay and Platte counties in Missouri. To prevent the accidental spread of the Emerald Ash Borer, wood products from those counties are quarantined. The Emerald Ash Borer is a small (1/2 inch) metallic green beetle native to Asia and attacks only ash trees. Tens of millions of ash trees in forest, rural and urban areas have already been killed or are infested by this pest. Infestation of the Emerald Ash Borer is thought to be from inadvertently transporting firewood, unprocessed logs and infested ash nursery stock. For information about signs, symptoms, and treatments, as well as information regarding ash trees, visit www.emeraldashborer.info or call your Kansas EAB hotline at 785-862-2180. Photo Courtesy U.S. National Forestry Service
Riverfront Park Campground
Daily Camping Fees: Basic Camper Pad Only $12 Camper Pad with/ Electric and Facilities $15 Tent Site with Facilities $12 Tent Site Only $10 Non-Camper Sewer Dumping $10/visit Pet Fee $2
LEAVENWORTH CITY PARKS AND AMENITIES 10th Avenue Park 10th Ave. & Gatewood
1.14 MILE
20th Street Trailway Between Spruce & Eisenhower
Restrooms
3.15 MILE
Picnic tables
Bob Dougherty Park 2nd & Kiowa
Picnic Shelter
Buffalo Bill Cody Park Shrine Park & Limit
.25 MILE
David Brewer Park 18th & Ottawa Haven’s Park 22nd & Shawnee
Ball Fields Tennis Courts
1 MILE
Hiking/ Walking trail
Hawthorn Park Kansas & Ohio Streets
Bike Path
Jefferson Park 11th & Kiowa
Volleyball Court
Leavenworth Landing Park Esplanade & Cherokee Streets North Esplanade Park Esplanade & Kickapoo Streets
Playground
Soccer Fields .25 MILE
Basketball Courts
Ray Miller Park V.A. Entrance & 4th Street
Horseshoe Courts
Riverfront Park East End of Dakota Street
Bath House
South Esplanade Park Esplanade & Spruce streets
Boat Ramps Camping/ RVs
Southside Park 1st & Vilas Sportsfield Park 20th & Ottawa
Sledding Hill .7 MILE Pools
Waggin’ Tails Dog Park Limit & Home Place Wollman Park 13th & Shawnee
Skate Park .5 MILE
Dog Park
Accessible
Summer 2013
Stubby Park 4th Street & Poplar Three-Mile Creek Trail Esplanade and Choctaw
Parks
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 (for camping patrons only), a boat ramp, picnic shelter, and dump station. A portable restroom is provided for non-camping patrons. For information and reservations, call the Park Manager at (913) 290-0034.
Scenic view
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Aquatic Programs
Summer 2013
Wollman Aquatic center
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Riverfront Community Center pool is closed for the summer. 1300 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas (913) 682-7946 (SWIM) Open Memorial Day through Aug. 17, then weekends only until Labor Day. 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. • No food, beverages (except water), or glass containers will be brought into the facility. • Swim diapers are mandatory for non-toilet-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.
Wollman Aquatic Center Passes
Season passes and 10-punch passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 20-24 at the center. Season passes will be sold 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 27-July 31. Each person will receive one photo identification card with a season membership. Replacement cards are $5 each. Passes are good for the 2013 season only.
Resident Non-Resident Daily admission Ages 3 and under Daily admission Ages 4 and up 10-punch pass Ages 4 and up Individual Season pass Ages 4 and up Household Season Pass Ages 4 and up (up to 4 people) Additional Household * Ages 4 and up Little Nemos/ kiddie pool Ages 5 and under Season passes will be half price after July 31.
Free $4 $35 $50 $120
Free $5 $45 $75 $180
$25
$30
$1
$1
*Must be paid for on initial request date to get the discount
Flotation Devices for Handicapped Persons Only
The City of Leavenworth has adopted this policy due to safety concerns. Many people do not realize that even an approved flotation device may not always keep a child afloat in a face-up position. Also, some children become so dependent on the flotation device that this dependency interferes with the development of their personal swimming skills. Flotation devices are not meant to be a substitute for adult supervision. The best way to keep a child safe in the water is for the parent to have their “hands on” the child.
Wollman Summer Swim Schedule Swim Lessons Adult Lap Swim Little Nemos (age 5 and under) (kiddie pool only) Water Exercise Special Needs Swim Open Swim (May 27-Aug. 16) Open Swim (Aug. 17-Sep. 2)
Mon. - Thurs. Mon. - Sat. Tues./Thurs.
9 to 11:10 a.m. 12 to 1 p.m. 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Mon. - Thurs. Saturday Daily Sat. and Sun.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1 to 7:30 p.m. 1 to 7:30 p.m.
No morning activities at Wollman June 21, June 28, July 2 and July 4. Pool opens at 1 p.m.
POOL PARTIES:
Reserve the pool shelter during open swim for $25 and pay only $3 per person. After hours: Pay $200 for 100 people on a Friday or Saturday night, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Call 913-651-2203.
Aquatic Programs
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Classes
Register for swim programs at the Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade, Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. For information call (913) 651-2132. The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department provides American Red Cross swim programs for children, teens, and adults. Certified instructors will provide you with a supportive environment in which to learn and obtain skills. All Learn to Swim classes will be taught at the Wollman Aquatic Center. For more information please refer to Swim Lesson Policies and course descriptions at www.lvks.org. Students must be registered by noon the Friday before the class starts. FEES: $35 Resident/$40 nonresident (a 3rd child is half price)
Class Level
Two week swim sessions
Monday - Thursday Session 1: June 3-13 Session 2: June 17-27 Session 3: July 8-18 Session 4: July 22-Aug. 1
Age
Time
Parent/Child
1-3 years
10:30-11:10 a.m.
Preschool (1,2,3)
3 - 5 years
10:30-11:10 a.m.
Level 1, 2
6 & up
9:45-10:25 a.m.,
10:30-11:10 a.m.
Levels 3-4
9 -9:40 a.m.,
6 & up
9:45-10:25 a.m.
Levels 5-6
6 & up
9-9:40 a.m.
13 & up
9-9:40 a.m.
Teen/adult
Daycare
11:15-11:55 a.m.
Leavenworth Riptides Swim Team
Aquacise Classes
Class Schedule: 6-7 a.m. Monday and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Summer 2013
One water exercise pass is valid for all Aquacise (water exercise) classes. Purchase passes at the Riverfront Community Center front desk. Passes do not expire. Classes are at Wollman Aquatic Center. Class Dates: June 3 - August 30 20-Punch Aquacise Pass Fees: (or $5 drop-in fee per class) Non-Resident Resident Adult $40 $45 Senior Citizen (60+) $35 $40
Swimmers compete in the East Kansas Swim League against swimmers of equal ability. Open to youth ages 5-18. Age groups for swimming are: 6 and under, 8 and under, 10 and under, 11-12, 13-14, and 15+. Team swim suits are an optional purchase. There is a mandatory parents meeting 2 p.m. May 5 at the Riverfront Community Center. For information, call the Aquatic Supervisor at (913) 651-2203. Cost: $50 (3rd child ½ price) Registration: April 1 - May 10
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Summer 2013
Sports and Activities Registration Unless otherwise noted, registrations for these programs are accepted at the Riverfront Community Center. For information, call (913) 651-2203. Field Reservations Practices: Adult City softball teams must reserve practice fields through the Parks and Recreation Office. Each team is allowed one (1) hour per day, two (2) per week. Youth coaches may schedule three (3) practices in a two-week period. Tournaments: Fields are available for rent for tournaments. Fees are per field, per day. Must apply and pay in advance at the Parks and Recreation Office.
Sports and Activities
Sports Officials: For information on officiating or to report a problem, contact Tabor Medill, Recreation Program Supervisor, at (913) 651-2203 or tmedill@firstcity.org.
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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. Teams (min. 10 names) with 7 or more non-resident players must pay the non-resident fee. Registration: June 24 - July 22 Fee: $245 Resident Team or $260 Non-Resident Team Adult Co-Ed Kickball Relive your elementary school glory days in our Adult Co-ed Kickball League! Teams will have 10 people on the field, 5 men and 5 women. League play will consist of 8 games. Registration: July 15 - August 5 Cost: $225 Resident Team or $240 Non-Resident Team Youth Football and Cheerleading Youth football in Leavenworth is organized through the Leavenworth Youth Football Club, offering Youth Flag Football, Youth Tackle Football, and Cheerleading. Football fees include the helmet, pads, pants, and practice and game uniforms. Participants from the Leavenworth and Fort Leavenworth communities are welcome. Please note that the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Scholarship is not valid for football and cheerleading. However, the Leavenworth Youth Football Club does offer assistance through various fundraising and sponsoring opportunities. For more information, call (913) 488-6227 or (913) 306-1996, or visit www.leavenworthyouthfootball.com Registration (at Riverfront): Registration (at Walmart): Flag Football (Grades K-2): Tackle Football (Grades 3-6): Cheerleading (Grades K-6):
June 1–July 12 July 27 and 28; noon -3 p.m. FEE: $105 FEE: $155 FEE: $105
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. 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 15 and 29, June 26, July 10 and 24 (rain date July 7) Time: 6:30 p.m. Fees: Ages 12 and under FREE / Ages 13-18 USCF license fee $10 (may be purchased on site)
For information, call (913) 651-2203.
Dog Daze Duathlon - August 11 -10th Avenue Park: (5K run/20 mile bike/5K run) Participants may choose the individual or team duathlon (min. age 16) or the 5K Run or the 5K Walk. For information or to volunteer, contact Tabor Medill at (913) 6512203 or tmedill@firstcity.org. Havens 5K Wooded Trail Run - October 5 - Havens Park: This adventure run through the wilderness of Havens Park includes mud pits, steep hill rope climbs, large water holes, and fallen logs. Are you up for the challenge?
Sports and Activities
Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Races
High Noon Rudolph’s Red-Nose Run - Dec. 7 in downtown Leavenworth. Race is 7.1 miles. 41st Annual City Tennis Tournament Participants must live or work in the Leavenworth, Fort Leavenworth, or Lansing area or be a former champion. For additional information, call (913) 547-2599. Dates: Fees:
May 31, June 1-2 $10 Singles or $15 Doubles, per person, per event
Dog Manners and Obedience Dog trainer, Kim Downing, will teach you and your four-legged friend the basic commands. Geared for dogs ages 4 months or older. Must be current on vaccinations. This is a seven-week program – first week without the dog. Class is held on Saturday mornings. 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. 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. Fee: $80 Session 1: May 18-June 29 Session 2: July 13-August 24 Times: Level 1: 11 a.m. Level 2: to be determined
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Summer 2013
Calendar of Events APRIL 26 - Arbor Day Celebration, noon, Wollman Park.
MAY
Calendar of Events
11 - “Live at the Hollywood Theater” 2013 Concert Series Featuring “The Chris Burnett Quartet and the Quinn/Kaul Consort” (8 p.m.) Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. All seats are $25 and include an artists’ reception before the concert. Tickets are available online at https://www.lvks.org/egov/apps/payment/center. egov or at our downtown outlets. For information, call (913) 651-2203.
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Celebrate Arbor Day noon April 26 at Wollman Park.
18 - National Kids to Parks Day - Take a photo on May 18 of your visit to the park and submit it to the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department by May 24 for an opportunity to win a free family day pass to Wollman Aquatic Center. Photos will be accepted either by walk-in submission _and/or e-mailed to janderson@firstcity.org.
JUNE
1 - National Trails Day, 8 a.m. Support National Trails Day with a three-mile trail walk starting at Sportsfield trailhead, 20th and Ottawa. 1 - Free Movie Night Under the Stars, 7 p.m. Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department and Special Events Network LLC are hosting this event at Ray Miller Park sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union. There will be activities beforehand. The movie begins around 9 p.m. 16 - Father’s Day at Wollman Aquatic Center, 1 p.m. Fathers get in free with paid child and two cans of food for local food bank. 22 - Dad and Me Campout, 8 p.m.to 8 a.m. - Come 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, s’mores and star-gazing. We’ll even throw in breakfast! Register at the Riverfront Community Center. (Limit of 20 tents.) Fee: $25 for dad (or mom) and 1 child; $5 each extra child or adult.
JULY
26 - River City Community Players The River City Community Players will be featuring “The Drowsy Chaperone” at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center on July 26, 27, August 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 at 5th and Delaware. For reservations, call (913) 651-0027. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. 27 - July is Parks and Recreation Month. At 11 a.m., join the Parks and Recreation Department at David Brewer Park for the dedication of the new restroom and shelter. There will be free food and drinks. Entertainment will be provided by the Tune Shop Summer Rock Bands.
AUGUST
3 - WAC-ky WAC-A-Thon - 9 a.m. at Wollman Aquatic Center, children ages 6 to 12 are invited to join the fun! 11 -Dog Daze Duathlon - 10th Avenue Park: (5K run/20 mile bike/5K run) Participants may choose the individual or team duathlon (min. age 16) or the 5K Run or the 5K Walk. For information or to volunteer, contact Tabor Medill at (913) 651-2203 or tmedill@firstcity.org.
SEPTEMBER
3 - Pooch Pool Party - Your pooch is invited to a private pool party at the Wollman Aquatic Center. Small dogs: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Large dogs: 6 to 7:30 Wac-a-Thon: 9 a.m. Aug. 3 Children ages 6-12 are p.m. $5 per dog at the gate. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Dog invited to join the fun at Wollman Aquatic Center. Park Fund. Participants will cross the water in one of three wacky ways, ride bikes around traffic cones, and run a goofy obstacle course. Everyone will receive a T-shirt and trophy. Cost is $15. Register by July 26 at the Riverfront Community Center. Call (913) 651-2203 for information.