LEARN PLAY LIVE ~ WINTER 2023

MANAGER’S MESSAGE

Happy New Year to All!

The Richland Recreation team and Richland Public Library staff are excited to share what we have in store for the first part of 2023! Inside this edition of Richland’s Activity Guide, you’ll find plenty of activities, events, and programs for all ages.

Kick off the new year with some new dance moves by signing up for Introductory Tango, Foxtrot, Ballroom or Latin dancing. Dance your way into Salsa and Bachata dance classes available for a variety of experience levels! Maybe you’re interested in trying out some new folk dances with the International Folk Dancing group on Thursdays evenings - the first 3 weeks are free to new participants!

Our Fitness Classes won’t let you down! We have experienced and energetic fitness and yoga instructors ready to team up with you on your 2023 fitness goals. Give Line Dancing, Yoga, Zumba or Tai Chi a try! If you’re looking for more of an individualized experience, the Community Center’s Fitness Gym is open for drop-in use during operating hours (Mon – Fri 8am – 9pm, Saturdays (9am –8pm) and Sundays (12 – 4pm) for just $2/day or buy a month pass for $8/month.

New for 2023 is the All-City Volleyball League for 5th – 8th graders. There is limited space, but this competitive league will play against teams in Kennewick, Pasco, Prosser, Walla Walla, and Hermiston! We’re excited to work with our Parks & Rec friends from these fine cities to bring this new program to our communities.

The Richland Public Library is ready to welcome everyone of all ages from Baby Story Time on Thursday mornings to STEAM activities for kids of all ages and movie nights for teens and movie nights for the 18+ crowd

As we welcome the new year, we also welcome our new Parks & Public Facilities Director, Laura Hester! Laura joins the City of Richland team from Sahuarita, Arizona where she was the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director.

Cheers to all of you and more learning, growing, and playing in 2023!

Julie Jackson Recreation Manager

Laura Hester, Parks & Public Facilities Director

Family Bingo

Turn off the electronics and join us for some oldfashioned family bingo. Bring family and friends to the Richland Community Center for an afternoon the kids will remember. Lots of fun and laughs!

Saturdays

January 28

1:00-3:00pm

February 25 1:00-3:00pm

March 25 1:00-3:00pm

Free Activity

Richland Community Center, Games Room

Ready, Set, Hop!

A 1.5-mile family walk along the gorgeous Riverfront Trail around Columbia Point Marina Park. Families may choose to end the walk by going through a spraying of colored powder or just head straight to the park for an egg hunt. Water/snack stations will be set-up along the trail. Our favorite Mr. Bunny and friends will be joining us.

Saturday, April 1 9:00am

Ages 3 and Up - $5.00

Below 3 - Free

Must register by Friday, March 10 by 5:00pm to be guaranteed an event shirt

Last Day to Register – Friday, March 31, 12:00pm

Columbia Point Marina Park

Tri-Cities Geocoin Challenge

Enjoy a free, family friendly activity for new and experienced geocachers! Spend a day exploring and geocaching around the Tri-Cities (including West Richland). Those who complete the challenge will receive a free Tri-Cities Geocoin. Reminder ~ Only ONE geocoin per household. Kids/teens seventeen and under will have their own passport to complete so they too can earn a trackable version of the event coin. Register at www.richlandparksandrec.com or come into the Richland Community Center Registration opens February 1, 2023.

Friday, June 23 – Sunday, June 25

John Dam Plaza

Free Event

Tax Aide Program*

AARP provides free, confidential service to help seniors and middle and low-income taxpayers prepare their tax returns and to answer questions. Bring a copy of your prior year's tax return along with this year's supporting information, such as income, possible deductions and current Real Estate tax statement. This is an electronic filing site and will not be preparing returns to paper file. Appointments are required walk-ins will not be accepted. To schedule an appointment, please call 509-542-7960; phone lines open January 18th for scheduling.

Mondays 8:30am-8:00pm

Tuesdays 8:30am-12:00pm

Saturdays 9:15am-12:00pm

February 4-April 18

Richland Community Center

Pop-Up Play Days

Coming soon to a neighborhood near you! Join us for this outdoor activity as we pop-up at one of the many parks in Richland. Some of the activities include seed planting, rock painting, volleyball games, and an obstacle course, just to mention a few. It's free too! We hope to see you there! Sponsored by Windermere Group One.

Date Time Location/Theme

Thurs, April 6 12:30-2:30pm

Howard Amon Park Burst into Spring

Thurs, May 12 3:00-5:00pm Frankfort Park Plant and Play Free Activity *See Activities or Events by Private Organizations, Pg. 16

Dance Classes: Must register three (3) days prior to the start of the class. If minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled.

New Attitude Line Dancing Level 1

Instructor: Jo Miller

Line dancing is so fun and easy. The class includes great music and uses all rhythms. Dancing helps tone muscles and may help increase your memory.

Tuesdays 1:00-2:00pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9229 January $30.00 $37.50

9230 February $24.00 $30.00

9231 March $24.00 $30.00

9232 April $24.00 $30.00

Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7 50 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Zumba

Instructor: TaiFei Scott Zumba is a dance fitness class. It uses Latin-inspired music and easy to follow dance movements creating a fun and effective workout program. Zumba provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers and new exercisers. It's the most fun way to achieve fitness goals, and for all age groups especially designed for older adults. Try it! You may like it!

Tuesdays, Thursdays 9:30-10:30am

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9251 January $45.00 $56.25 9252 February $40.00 $50.00 9253 March $45.00 $56.25

9254 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop In: $7.00 Resident / $8.75 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Introductory American Style Tango

Instructor: Beth Trost

Have the basic line dancing steps? Come join us for dances that are a little more interesting to help you grow as a dancer!

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9299 March $32.00 $40.00

Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Introductory Ballroom Waltz

Instructor: Beth Trost

The waltz is one of the oldest dances in the world, and it is certainly one of the most popular! In this beginning dance class, you will learn the basic steps of this dance that is typically performed in triple time. The waltz is one of the easiest dances to learn with its slow, smooth motion, along with the use of only four steps. After learning the steps, there are a few other intricacies to get a grasp on, but soon enough you’ll find yourself impressing everyone out on the dance floor!

Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9246 January $32.00 $40.00

Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Introductory Foxtrot

Instructor: Beth Trost

The foxtrot is a smooth, elegant, and easy to learn dance! It’s very popular at events like wedding receptions and it is one of the most beautiful ballroom dances. The dance is similar in its look to the waltz, but its time signature is what differentiates it think Frank Sinatra!

Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9247 February $32.00 $40.00

Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Introductory Latin Cha-Cha-Cha

Instructor: Beth Trost

Cha-cha-cha dance is characterized by intricate foot movements, quick spins, and strong hip movement this is a fun dance full of playful energy! Broaden your horizons and come dance the chacha-cha with us today!

Wednesdays 6:30-7:45pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9300 April $32.00 $40.00

Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Dance Classes: Must register three (3) days prior to the start of the class. If minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled.

Salsa Level 1.0 (No Drop-Ins)

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. Salsa 1.0 is for the beginning salsero or anyone who has taken less than 3 months of classes. If you are interested in learning or refreshing the fundamentals necessary to go dancing in any salsa club around the world, this class is for you. The class covers foundational footwork, technique, spot turns and left turns and is the pre-requisite to Salsa 1.5, which introduces partner work. No partner or previous experience required to take this class.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9286 March $40.00 $50.00

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Salsa Level 1.5

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. We will build on the foundations learned in Salsa 1.0 and will add the element of lead/follow partnering. You do not need a partner to attend this class. Prerequisite: Completion of the Salsa 1.0 class is a prerequisite of this class or instructor’s permission.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9288 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Salsa 2.5

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Age 16+. In this class, we will continue to focus on technique while incorporating more advanced footwork, spin techniques, and partner work. Prerequisite: Salsa 2.0 is a prerequisite of this class or instructor’s permission.

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9276 January No Class Jan. 3 $40.00 $50.00 9280 February $40.00 $50.00

Drop In: $13.00 Resident / $16.00 Non- Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Intermediate Salsa

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. We will refresh your memory of the intermediate fundamentals and introduce some new footwork. We will be brushing up on technique, style, musicality, and learning some new choreography! This is not a partner class.

Prerequisite:

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9278 January No Class Jan. 4 $30.00 $37.50

9282 February $40.00 $50.00

9285 March $40.00 $50.00 9290 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16 00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Argentine Tango Beginner/Intermediate

Instructor: Kathy Dee Ages 16+. Class focusses on basic leading and following skills, connection between partners, simple steps as in the 8 count basic, parada, ochos and more. Class is progressive and continues each month, but new students are welcome. Skills are taught from authentic tango danced in Buenos Aires. A partner is needed for this class. There will be no rotation at this time.

Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9241 January $52.00 $65.00

9242 February No Class Feb. 16 $39.00 $48.75

9243 March $65.00 $81.25 9244 April $52.00 $65.00

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Rm North

Salsa & Bachata Practica

Ages 16+ Come join us to practice what you have been learning in class! Practice is open to anyone who has a little or lot of Salsa or Bachata experience. This is not a class. There will be dancers of all levels. No Partner needed.

January – 2nd & 4th Monday 6:30-8:30pm

February – April – 1st & 3rd Mondays 6:30-8:30pm

Drop In: $2.00 Resident / $3.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Activity Room

DANCE

Dance Classes: Must register three (3) days prior to the start of the class. If minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled.

Bachata Level 1.0 (No Drop-Ins)

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena

Age 16+. Take a trip to the Dominican Republic during this fundamental class. Bachata is danced in every salsa club in the world and is a great introduction to the world of Latin dance! We will cover foundational footwork and get you set up to start partner work in level 1.5. No partner or previous dance experience needed!

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm (No Drop-Ins)

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9277 January No class Jan. 3 $40.00 $50.00

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Bachata Level 1.5

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. Now that you are feeling comfortable with the Bachata basics learned in level 1.0, you are ready to learn some more footwork, musicality and start your introduction into partner work and basic turn patterns that can be used on the dance floor.

Prerequisite: Bachata level 1.0 class or have a basic understanding of Bachata partner-work.

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9281 February $40.00 $50.00

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Bachata Level 2.0

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena

Age 16+. Now that you are feeling comfortable with the Bachata basics learned in level 1.5, you are ready to learn some footwork and turn patterns that can be used on the dance floor. No partner required.

Prerequisite: Bachata level 1.5 class or have a basic understanding of bachata partner-work.

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9287 March $30.00 $37.50

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16 00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Bachata Level 2.5

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Age 16+. As you continue on your Bachata journey, we will increase your repertoire of footwork and partner work for the dance floor as well as rhythm and musicality. Prerequisite: Bachata 2.0 or instructors' permission.

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident 9289 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

International Folk Dancing*

International Folk Dancers of Richland enjoy learning and performing dances from around the world. The dances range from easy to challenging in couple, circle, and line formations. Partners are not required. Spectators are free. There is no charge to new dancers for the first three weeks.

Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm

Drop-In: $4.00 / Annual Membership $12.00 Richland Community Center, Riverview Room South

Intermediate Bachata

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. This class is for anyone who has studied Bachata for at least 4 consecutive months. In this class we will shift our focus to musicality and more intricate footwork, patterns and styling. Prerequisite: Complete 4 months of group Bachata classes or instructor’s permission.

Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9279 January $30.00 $37 50

9283 February $40.00 $50.00

9284 March $40.00 $50.00

9291 April $40.00 $50.00 Drop-In: $13.00 Resident / $16 00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room South

$4.00 Fitness Room

Register for any fitness, yoga, dance, or martial arts class and add a Fitness Room monthly pass for only $4.00.

Patti's Bundle – Yoga & Fitness (Hybrid)

Instructor: Patti Mason

Mondays - Patti's

Yoga

A beautiful flow of postures combined with active and passive breathing, connecting body, mind, and spirit. Feel your physical, emotional, and mental stress release allowing the body to renew and restore. Creating this homeostasis within the body promotes the body's natural healing process bringing new peace and harmony. This class is especially beneficial for anyone with lower back, hip, shoulder, and joint issues. Want to sign up for yoga only check out the yoga section on page 14.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays - Patti's Workout

Feel Joy in your body! Aerobics, Weights, Shape/Strength, Stretching/Flexibility, Functional Fitness and Yoga Release. Feel the beautiful changes in your body, mind, and spirit. Choose to enhance your life with the gift of improved health and fitness and to have lots of fun together on this journey.

Mondays 5:00-6:20pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays 4:00-5:20pm Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

Steppin’ Out with Jo

Instructor: Jo Miller In this class we do some fun easy dance routines to a wide range of music for the first half. Dancing may not only increase muscle tone, but memory as well. The second half of class is focused on increasing strength and flexibility using core work, yoga, and weights for a total body workout. The goal is to have you leave smiling and energized.

Mondays, Wednesdays 10:00-11:00am

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9225 January No Class Jan. 2,16 $35.00 $43.75 9226 February No Class Feb 20 $35.00 $43.75 9227 March $45.00 $56.25 9228 April $40.00 $50.00 Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7 50 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Rm South

Tai Chi

Instructors: Sharon Van Houdt, John Fleming, Bill Powell

Drop In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Rm South

Fitness Room

Ages 13+. The Fitness room is equipped with: a four station Vectra weight machine, free weights, dumbbells, two elliptical trainers, two treadmills, two stationary bikes, two seated step machines, a row machine. Also available are: stability balls, a battle rope, kettlebells, band sets, jump ropes, and a TRX system. Children 13-15 years of age must have adult supervision (18 years or older). Days Times Monday-Friday 8:00am-9:00pm Saturday 9:00am-8:00pm Sunday 12:00-4:00pm

Classes consist of a brief meditation period, warmup exercises, learning Tai Chi walk and the practice of short and long form Yang style Tai Chi. Reasons for movements and individual/group practices are provided during the sessions, with a primary goal of leaving each class feeling better than when you arrived.

3:00-4:00pm

10:30-11:30am

SOCIAL, & GAMES

How About a Game of Pool?

Come play a great game of pool during building hours! We not only provide two professional size pool tables, but we also provide the balls, cues, and chalk for your convenience.

Richland Community Center, Pool Room

$2.00/day or $20/month Applicable tax included

Pinochle

Comfortable play and friendly competition. If you need help brushing up on pinochle skills, there are people ready and willing.

Fridays 6:00-8:30pm

Richland Community Center, Games Room

$1.00 Applicable tax included

Greeting Card Recycling*

Come join in the fun with the volunteer group as they take used cards and make them like new again. This program is a fundraiser for the Richland Senior Association.

Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm

Richland Community Center, Arts & Crafts Room

Senior Duplicate Bridge

In duplicate bridge the same bridge deal is played at each table. Scoring is based on relative performance. ACBL players may play with non-ACBL players.

Mondays, Wednesdays 12:30-3:30pm

Richland Community Center, Games Room

$1.00 Applicable tax included

Party Bridge

Haven't played Bridge for a while? Come on down and brush up your game. Open to all ages.

Mondays & Wednesdays 8:30-11:30am

GENERAL

Richland Community Center, Games Room

$1.00 Applicable tax included | No meeting on Feb. 21

ACBL Bridge: Various Groups*

Haven't played Bridge for a while? Come on down and brush up your game. Open to all ages.

Tuesdays: Tri-Cities Bridge Club 12:30-3:30pm

Wednesdays: Richland Duplicate Bridge 5:30-9:30pm

1st Thursday: ACBL Unit 442 5:30-9:30pm

Richland Community Center, Games Room

Hunter’s Education*

Instructor: Randy Absolon

This course offers comprehensive instruction in proper use and safety of firearms, sportsmanship, conservation, and personal safety while enjoying the outdoors. Class is taught by State Certified Instructors. Sign up here at: bit.ly/HuntEdRCC

Music Together*

Instructors: Jana Hair & Sarah Casqueiro Music Together Tri-Cities, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and their loving grownups, come together to play musically. The little ones love playing along in class, and their grownups love being a part of their journey to become confident musicmakers and everyone loves our songs that will get you grooving in no time. To register: www.musictogethertricities.com

*See Activities or Events by Private Organizations, Pg. 16

Evening Story Time

Stories, songs, and rhymes for story lovers of all ages. We usually have one or more Therapy Dogs afterward for kids to meet or even read to. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult.

Tuesdays 6:00pm

Richland Public Library, Story Circle

Active Story Time

songs, stories, and rhymes with an emphasis on large motor movement and musical instruments. All ages welcome, but well-suited to babies & toddlers.

Wednesdays 10:00am

Richland Public Library, Story Circle

Preschool Story Time Stories, songs, and rhymes with an emphasis on slightly longer books. All ages welcome.

Fridays 10:00am

Richland Public Library, Story Circle

Baby Story Time

Rhymes, songs, and stories under 18 months & their caregivers. Followed by baby play time.

Thursdays 10:00-10:45am

Richland Public Library, STEAMspace or Gallery

Preschool STEAMPlay

Drop in anytime during the two hours to enjoy some STEAMPlay at the Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Richland Public Library. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. 2nd & 4th Fridays January 13-March 10 11:30am

Richland Public Library, Story Circle

STEAMKids

Join us for some STEAM activities - blocks, construction sets, giant chess, sidewalk chalk and whatever else we think might be fun! Sponsored by the Friends of the Richland Public Library. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, January 7, 28 10:00am

Saturday, February 18 10:00am

Saturday, March 11 10:00am

Richland Public Library, First Floor Areas

Singing Strings Ukulele Club

Singing Strings Ukulele Jam Session - Please bring your ukulele, your personal copy of Daily Ukulele by Jim Beloff, any sheet music we've provided, and be tuned up and ready to begin at 6:30 pm.

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, January-December 6:30pm

Richland Public Library, STEAMspace

LGBTQIA+ Craft Socials

Chat, chill, and hangout. A crafting social for LGBTQ+ and allies. Do you like to create mail art, mixed media, painting, drawing, cross stitch, knitting/crocheting, or something completely different? Bring your projects and get your craft on. Some basic supplies may be available, but its best to bring what you need.

January 23 6:30-8:30pm February 13 6:30-8:30pm March 20 6:30-8:30pm

Richland Public Library, First Floor Areas

Read the Rainbow

LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Ages 18+. This month choose a Sci-Fi or Adventure themed book. If you need help picking a book, call 509-942-7457. Sharing is optional and listening is welcomed. This book club meets monthly and rotates around the library branches in the Tri-Cities.

Tuesday, March 28 6:30-8:30pm

Richland Public Library, Story Circle

High School Books to Movies Club

Ages 13+. Read or listen to each month's selection at home, then join us at the library to watch the movie and discuss the differences. Participants will choose the book and movie for the next month.

2nd Thursday January-April 6:00-8:30pm

Richland Public Library, Gallery

Viewer Discretion Movies

Ages 18+. Viewer Discretion is Advised Cinema. Feature introductions and Q&A by the amazing misfits from the local horror/punk podcast GarageA-Rama! Pre-Packaged snacks and bottled water will be provided by the Friends of the Library.

Friday the 13th: Jason X

Friday, January 13 6:30-8:30pm

Richland Public Library, Gallery Bros

Friday, February 24 6:30-8:30pm

Richland Public Library, Gallery

Youth NFL Flag Football

Grades 1-6. We are a proud member of the NFL Flag Program, which is the premier youth flag football league for boys and girls! This league is geared towards building self confidence in kids, teaching kids age-appropriate skills while staying active and having fun. Participants will love wearing the same gear as the pros, with the officially licensed NFL JERSEYS! This league is non-contact, with emphasis on safety. Best of all, Everyone Plays!

Games Begin the Week of Monday, April 22

Player Registration Resident Non-Resident

Early Registration (January 23 – Feb 12)

$50.00 $64.50

Regular Registration (February 13 – March 6) $60.00 $74.50

Late Registration (March 7–13) $68.00 $85.50

Sign-up: Richland Community Center or www.bit.ly/ActivitiesRCC

COACHES ARE NEEDED! If you or someone you know is interested in coaching, please call the Recreation office at 509-942-7529.

All Cities Youth Volleyball League

All Cities Youth Volleyball League is a travelling Parks and Recreation Competitive league. Teams will compete against teams in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco, Hermiston and Prosser, and Walla Walla. The league will run from April 9th – May 21st Practices will be held two nights a week and games will be held on Fridays. The Championship tournament will be May 21st. Our league will incorporate teamwork, sportsmanship, and skills development in a fun-learning environment.

April 9 – May 21

Grades 5 - 6 9313

Grades 7 - 8 9314

Spots are limited

Resident $70.00 / Non-Resident $87.50

Open Sand Play

Available to Middle School, High School, and Adult participants of all skill levels. This is a casual, informal activity, free to all interested in playing volleyball.

Mondays May 1 – June 26 5:30–7:30pm

Leslie Groves Park, at the Sand Courts

Free

4-on-4 Adult Grass Volleyball League

City of Richland Adult Grass Volleyball League is focused on ages 17+, and it will run every Tuesday for 5 weeks. Games will be held at Leslie Groves Park, near the tennis courts off of Saint Street and at Columbia Point Marina Park.

Games Begin Tuesday, March 21–April 18 Tuesdays 6:00pm

Columbia Point Marina Park

$40.00 Resident Team / $50.00 Non-Resident Team

$20.00 Resident Individual/ $30.00 Non-Resident

Open Grass Play

Available to Middle School, High School, and Adult participants of all skill levels. This is a casual, informal activity, free to anyone interested in playing volleyball.

Fridays April 14 – June 30 5:30–7:30pm

Leslie Groves Park, near Tennis Courts

Free Table Tennis

The Tri-Cities Table Tennis Association provides a place for Table Tennis players to experience, improve, and advance the sport to every generation and skill level. Table Tennis play is open to the public for all skill levels. Club members make themselves available for new players and equipment is available.

www.tricitytabletennis.com www.facebook.com/TCTTA

TriCitiesTableTennis@gmail.com

Note: Play days are subject to cancellation based on facility rentals. Please call 509-942-7529 to confirm.

Sundays 12:30–3:45pm

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 6:30–8:45pm

Richland Community Center

$4.00 | No meetings on Jan 2,16, Feb 20

Columbia Point Golf Course is an upscale, daily fee facility built and owned by the City of Richland. It is a challenging course for all levels of golfers and is located on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains adjacent to the Columbia River. It boasts a variety of tee boxes and measures 6,571 yards from the Championship tees. This James J. Engh design features mounded, rolling fairways and large, undulating greens. The parkland-style course opened in 1997. Columbia Point has a fully-stocked golf shop, cafe, covered patio and driving range complete with extra amenities including men's and ladies' lockers available for daily use. The clubhouse matches the nature beauty of course at Columbia Point. The covered patio with a panoramic view of the front nine complements the spacious golf shop and indoor cafe seating. Columbia Point is ranked yearly by Washington by Western Golf Alliance - Where You Can Rip It

Yoga Classes: Must register three (3) days prior to the start of the class. If minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled.

8-Week Introduction to Yoga

Instructor: Dawn MacDonald

Learn what yoga is all about with this introduction to yoga class. We will start slowly for those with no experience. Over the 8 weeks you will learn the basic poses and how to do them safely for your body. During the process of doing yoga, you will relax, stretch, build strength, and improve your balance. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or towel, and a water bottle.

Thursdays 6:30-7:15pm

9296 January-February $40.00 $50.00 Richland Community Center, Activity/Meeting Rm

Yoga Flow 2

Instructor: Dawn MacDonald

Merge basic yoga postures with breathing to create a heat-building workout. A cardiovascular workout that combines strength and stretching poses to lengthen and strengthen muscles. Basic yoga experience recommended although class is designed for all levels Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or towel, and a water bottle.

Tuesdays, Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm

Yoga Flow 1

Instructor: Dawn MacDonald

Rm

Low impact yoga class that yields strength, flexibility, discipline, and relaxation. All fitness levels and physical abilities welcome. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or towel, and a water bottle.

Tuesdays, Thursdays 6:30-7:15pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9297 March $45.00 $56.25

9298 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop In: $8.00 Resident / $10.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Activity/Meeting Rm

Patti’s Yoga

Instructor: Patti Mason

A beautiful flow of postures combined with active and passive breathing, connecting body, mind and spirit. Feel your physical, emotional, and mental stress release allowing the body to renew and restore. Creating this homeostasis within the body promotes the body's natural healing process bringing new peace and harmony. This class is especially beneficial for anyone with lower back, hip, shoulder, and joint issues.

Mondays 5:00-6:20pm

Class# Month Resident Non-Resident

9217 January No Class Jan. 2, 16 $12.00 $15.00 9218 February No Class Feb 20 $12.00 $15.00 9219 March $16.00 $20.00 9220 April $16.00 $20.00

Drop In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Patti’s Bundle

Mondays - Patti's Yoga

A beautiful flow of postures combined with active and passive breathing, connecting body, mind, and spirit. Feel your physical, emotional and mental stress release allowing the body to renew and restore. Creating this homeostasis within the body promotes the body's natural healing process bringing new peace and harmony. This class is especially beneficial for anyone with lower back, hip, shoulder, and joint issues.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays - Patti's Workout

Feel Joy in your body! Aerobics, Weights, Shape/Strength, Stretching/Flexibility, Functional Fitness and Yoga Release. Feel the beautiful changes in your body, mind, and spirit. Choose to enhance your life with the gift of improved health and fitness and to have lots of fun together on this journey.

Mondays 5:00-6:20pm

Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:20

Class#

Month Resident Non-Resident

9221 January No Class Jan. 2,16 $34.00 $42.50 9222 February No Class Feb. 20 $34.00 $42.50 9223 March $40.00 $50.00 9224 April $40.00 $50.00

Drop In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non-Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Wartime Houses

Join us for a walk among the earliest of the alphabet houses: the wartime homes designed by Spokane architect G.A. Pehrson. Meet at the Jefferson Park parking lot on Symons. Distance approximately 2 ¼ miles. Walks are weather permitting.

9301 Sunday, March 19 1:00pm

Activity Level 2, Approximately 2 ¼ miles Meet at Jefferson Park Parking Lot No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)

History through the Houses Walk

Join Richland volunteers for a walk through the city’s history as revealed in its houses. From pre-war to mid-century with a heavy dose of alphabet homes. This easy walk will cover approximately 3 miles. Meet at the corner of Wilson Street and Johnston Ave by Chief Jo Middle School. Walks are weather permitting.

9302 Sunday, April 23 1:00pm

Activity Level 1, Approximately 3 miles Meet at Chief Jo Middle School Corner of Wilson Street and Johnston Avenue No Fee (Pre-Registration Required)

Difficulty Scale for all Richland Walks/Hikes

Activity Level 1 – Gentle walking with little elevation change. Pace is very social with breaks. ADA accessible.

Activity Level 2 – Moderate walking and elevation change which may include stairs. Pace is consistent with occasional stops. Portions of activity may not be ADA accessible.

Activity Level 3 – Moderate to difficult walking and hiking which may include major elevation changes. Pace is brisk with occasional stops. Typically, not ADA accessible.

Activities or Events by Private Organizations

*This activity is offered and organized by a private organization. The City is not responsible for facilitating or staffing this activity, nor does it collect or administer participation fees.

Richland Resident (R) /Non-Resident Policy (N)

The City recognizes the primary purpose of Parks and Recreation is to provide for the recreational needs of Richland residents. People living within Richland’s city limits support the City’s parks and recreation services through taxes. People residing outside the city limits are welcomed and encouraged to enjoy City-sponsored events and programs at a non-resident rate.

Class Refund Policy

The City reserves the right to cancel, reschedule, relocate or combine activities as needed. If Parks and Recreation cancels an activity, participants will be notified and a full refund will automatically be issued. A participant-initiated refund for classes and activities must be requested no less than three (3) business days prior to the start date, and will not be issued for any value less than $5. Participantinitiated refunds will be assessed a $5 processing fee per class/activity for each person involved. Refunds take approximately 14 days to process. Refunds for VISA and MasterCard transactions will be credited to the same card used in the original transaction.

Gender Equity Statement

The City of Richland complies with Washington’s Fair Play in Community Sports Act (Chapter 467, 2009 Laws, effective July 26, 2009), which prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletics programs for youth or adults. A third-party receiving a lease or permit from the City of Richland for a community athletics program is also prohibited from discriminating against any person on the basis of sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletics programs for youth or adults. Please send comments or concerns to the City of Richland, Attn: Julie Jackson, 500 Amon Park Drive, Richland WA 99352 or (509) 942-7501 or jjackson@ci.richland.wa.us.

Interested in Teaching a Class?

Parks & Recreation is always on the lookout for enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors to teach classes and workshops. Visit our website: www.richlandparksandrec.com

Life Jacket Loaner Program

Life vests are available to check out free of charge at the Richland Community Center.

Bike Helmet Distribution Site

The Community Center is one of the distribution sites for the Safe Kids Coalition helmet fitting program.

Photo Release

Photographs of participants may be taken for promotional purposes. Please notify staff or the photographer if you do not wish to have your photograph taken.

Interested in a Room Rental at the Center?

For more information on rentals, please visit our website at www.richlandparksandrec.com or call (509) 942-7529.

Outdoor Facility

City cannot predict weather or other environmental conditions such as insects, wildlife, uneven terrain, wet grass and puddles, dirt and dust, noise from other park users, or other unpredictable, unknown or natural factors that occur in a public park. City will use its best effort to provide the facility at an acceptable level of service consistent with that provided to all park users.

Outdoor Cancellation Policy

All event cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations made 14+ days prior to the event date receive a full refund of the agreed hourly rental fee. Cancellations made 7-13 days prior to the event date receive 50% of the agreed hourly rental fee. Cancellations made 0-6 days prior to the event date receive no refund of the agreed hourly rental fees. Damage deposit refunded in full if cancelled prior to the event. Administration fee is non-refundable (admin fee only pertains to Special Event Agreements).

Statement of Non-Discrimination

The City does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, religion, color, race, creed, national origin, age, marital status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical handicap in the provision of services, in programs or activities. Participants shall not be refused services due to their gender identity or gender expression. The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the programs and activities which it operates, pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. No. 101-336, 104 Stat. 328 (1990).

Non-Discrimination in Education Programs and Activities

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal statute created to prohibit sex discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. The City of Richland does not discriminate against any person on the basis of sex in the operation, conduct or administration of community athletic programs. City sub-recipients and contractors providing educational programs and activities are also prohibited from discriminating against any person on the basis of sex.

Sports Concussion and Head Injuries

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury or TBI caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging brain cells. Medical providers may describe a concussion as a “mild” brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. Even so, the effects of a concussion can be serious. For current information on concussions, please visit www.cdc.gov/headsup/

The Hapo Community Stage located at John Dam Plaza is ready to host your event. Not only is the stage architecturally beautiful with amazing sound, it even has a dressing room. The Hapo Community Stage is centrally located in Richland, WA with plenty of nearby parking.

• Totals 2,350 square feet of performance space

• Accommodates 2,000 people in the interior section of the facility as well as 1,000 more around the perimeter

• Offers ample parking within one city-block

• John Dam Plaza features newer restroom facilities

• Food vendor pads are available and several other food establishments are located within one city-block

• There are two large hotels adjacent to the stage with a total of more than 600 rooms

• The stage is located one block from the beautiful Columbia River, Howard Amon Park, and the very popular Riverfront Trail

Seniors are invited to celebrate their birthday month by joining us at the Richland Community Center for Birthday Cake & Coffee!

This monthly celebration is brought to you by our friends at Aetna.