First City Activity Guide
Leavenworth Parks and Recreation
Your guide to fun and leisure activities in Leavenworth
Winter/Spring 2014
Staying fit in Winter
As the weather outside becomes unpredictable, it can be difficult to stay motivated to maintain an exercise regime. The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department is encouraging Leavenworth residents to take part in the Governor’s Council on Fitness, “Get Active Kansas,” by participating in the department runs, fitness classes and indoor fitness facilities at the Riverfront Community Center. The Parks and Recreation Department has several opportunities to help citizens keep on track with fitness this winter: q Basic Dance Classes Wednesday nights at the community center (p. 3) q CrossFit strength training (p. 3) q Outdoor paved trails (p. 5) q Lap swim (p. 6) q Learn-to-Swim classes (p. 7) q Adult Co-Ed Volleyball (p. 8) The “Indoor Ironman” will take place in February. Participants will attempt to meet the goal of swimming 2.4 miles, bicycling 112 miles and running 26.2 miles throughout the month. (p. 10)
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Leavenworth Parks and Recreation 123 W. Esplanade Leavenworth, KS 66048
Cover: The winter solstice sun melts snow off the paved pathways at Havens Park, 22nd and Ottawa streets. The park has a mile-long paved path.
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Postal Customer Leavenworth, KS 66048 Leavenworth, KS Permit No. 67
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Riverfront Community Center
The Riverfront Community Center, 123 N. Esplanade St., is a beautifully restored 1880s train depot with several rooms available for weddings, meetings and special events. Contact Community Center Manager Tammy Metzgar, 913-680-2709 or tmetzgar@firstcity.org for reservations. A $300 refundable damage/security deposit is required to confirm reservations. Hourly room rental rates include set-up and take-down of furniture and trash removal. Decorating time is charged at $10 per hour. Table sizes are small round (36 inches) large rounds (60 inches) and rectangular (3 X 6-foot). Other sizes are available. Rental items: Projector system $25, portable screen $10, patio furniture $25, bar or fireplace $25, table skirts $15. Table decorations are also available. CATERING: Catering options include in-house caterer, Terry Booker, at
TEMPORARY LIQUOR PERMIT: Cash bars require a temporary liquor permit. Contact the Leavenworth City Clerk, 913-682-9201 or visit the Kansas Department of Revenue, www.ksrevenue.org.
Harvey Girl Luncheons: Step back into the late 1800s when Fred Harvey tamed the west with his train depot restaurants and the Harvey Girls. Reservation includes a lunch served at the Riverfront Community Center by the Harvey Girls, followed by a brief history. Reservations must be two weeks in advance with a minimum of 20 people. Call the Riverfront Community Center Manager (913) 680-2709.
Riverfront Community Center
913-702-5499 or theabcafe@gmail. com. Hiring an outside caterer requires a 20 percent surcharge. Individuals may also rent the kitchens (rates below).
Meeting and Special Event Room Rentals Room
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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
Daily Admission 20 Punch Pass Monthly Pass 6-Month Pass One Year Pass
Adult Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) Adult Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) Adult Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) Adult Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+) Adult Youth (4-18), Senior Citizen (60+)
Resident
Nonresident
$2 $1.50 $35 $25 $30 $20 $75 $55 $140 $100
$2.50 $2 $45 $35 $35 $25 $85 $65 $150 $120
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.
Constant Self-Defense Instructor Phillip Fiorentino, who is a black belt in Roskuno Ryu- Kai Systems, teaches a variety of martial arts and self defense movements. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Fees: $45 first family member / $35 for 2nd family member/$25 for 3rd / $15 for 4th / $5 for 5th /$1 each thereafter (immediate family only)
NEW: Trampoline exercise! Check out the DVD and activity room key at the Riverfront Community Center front desk when paying your fitness center admission. Mini-trampolines, TV and DVD player are in the activity room across from the gym. Activity Room Hours: M/W/F 6 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues/Thurs. 6-9 a.m. and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 913-680-2709 for more information.
Toddler Time Children ages 5 and under are invited for fun and exercise. Adult supervision required. Days/Times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Fee: $2 per child
Admission includes weight room, cardio room, pool, track and gym. Racquetball court reservations $2.50/hour. Call 913-651-2132 for reservations. Zumba Dance your way to fitness with instructor Lydia Perez-Lebron in this fun, highenergy class! Days/Times: Mon. and Wed. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees: $4 per class Beginners Zumba: Don’t be intimidated by Zumba! This class is a lower-impact, slower moving Zumba class for those just starting out. Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. with Joana Reddick Fees: $4 per class
Tae Kwon Do This popular martial art combines combat techniques, self- defense, sport, and exercise. Contact Master Frank Hannon at (913) 682-3677. 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 a month - first family member/$35 per additional family member Yoga Instructor Tina Thomas teaches class members to release stress and fatigue, increase strength, balance, and flexibility, and restore energy. Days/Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. Fees: $5 a class, or 10-punch pass for $35 residents/$40 non- residents.
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Crossfit Elizabeth Brown, owner/operator of Athletic Body and Mind, offers strength
training programs for kids and adults. Email elizabeth@athleticbodyandmind. com or visit www.athleticbodyandmind. com. Days/Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 – 11 a.m. (open gym) Fees: Starts at $30 a person, monthly (family and student discounts available.)
Monday - Friday - 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday - 1 p.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. The center closes at 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. For general information, please e-mail mwilliams@firstcity.org.
Basic Dance Classes Learn to Merengue, waltz, country twostep, Arizona two-step, salsa, cha-cha, dance steps and turns that you can do to almost any type of music. Taught by Tom Ritchie, e-mail address is: tom.adancrmn. ritchie@gmail.com. Wednesdays 7 p.m. Session 1: Feb. 5-March 12 Session 2: March 26-April 30 $40 for singles $60 per couple
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Riverfront Community Center
Riverfront Community Center Fitness Facilities
Senior citizen groups have events like card games and pot luck lunches at the Riverfront Community Center. Call 680-2709 for more information.
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City Parks
Restrooms and a concession room for Buffalo Bill Cody Park were remodeled in 2013 using the Countywide Sales Tax. The tax is scheduled to be re-approved by voters before 2016 and pays for items such as parks improvements, street repaving and other city improvements.
For a complete listing of City parks and facilities, visit www.lvks.org, or call (913) 651-2203. All park and alcohol permits are issued at the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Office, 123 S. Esplanade St. Picnic Shelters Rent a shelter for the day at Leavenworth City parks. Picnic tables seat 6-8 people. Extra tables are $5 each. Ray Miller Park shelter has no access to restroom facilities. 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 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. 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.
Shelters
Cody David Brewer David Brewer-RR Dougherty Hawthorn N. Esplanade Ray Miller Riverfront Park Stubby Wollman (East) Wollman (Main) Wollman (West) V.A. Park
Resident
$35 $25 $10 $10 $25 $25 $10 $25 $10 $25 $50 $25 $10
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, to include 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 and Recreation Director, at (913) 651-2203, or janderson@firstcity.org. Choose a park and 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. 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. For an additional $200, you may request a 5” x 5” aluminum plaque. For a larger plaque size or dedication bench, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 913-6512203.
Non-Resident
$40 $30 $15 $15 $30 $30 $15 $30 $15 $30 $55 $30 $15
Tables 10
Size 20 x 44 ft
7
25 x 25 ft
2
220 sq 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
Daily Camping Fees: Basic camper pad $12 Camper pad with electricity 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. and Gatewood
1.14 MILE
20th Street Trailway Between Spruce and Eisenhower
Restrooms
3.15 MILE
Picnic tables
Bob Dougherty Park 2nd and Kiowa
Picnic Shelter
Buffalo Bill Cody Park Shrine Park and Limit
.25 MILE
David Brewer Park 18th and Ottawa Haven’s Park 22nd and Ottawa
Playground Ball Fields Tennis Courts
1 MILE
Hiking/ Walking trail
Hawthorn Park Kansas and Ohio Streets
Bike Path
Jefferson Park 11th and Kiowa
Volleyball Court
Leavenworth Landing Park Esplanade and Cherokee Streets
Soccer Fields
North Esplanade Park Esplanade and Kickapoo
.25 MILE
Basketball Courts
Ray Miller Park V.A. Entrance and 4th Street
.5 MILE
Horseshoe Courts
Riverfront Park East End of Dakota Street
Bath House
South Esplanade Park Esplanade and Spruce Streets
Boat Ramps Camping/ RVs
Southside Park 1st and Vilas
Sledding Hill .7 MILE Pools
Stubby Park 4th Street and Poplar Three-Mile Creek Trail Esplanade and Choctaw
Skate Park .5 MILE
Dog Park
Waggin’ Tails Dog Park Limit and Home Place
Accessible
Wollman Park 13th and Shawnee
Scenic view
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Sportsfield Park 20th and Ottawa
Parks
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. For reservations, call the Park Manager at (913) 290-0034. OPEN WINTER 2013-2014!
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Winter/Spring 2014
Aquatic Programs 2014 Winter/Spring Riverfront Community Center Pool Hours Program
Aquatic Programs
Lap Swim
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Water Exercise
Swim Lessons Open Swim
Days
Mon/Wed/Fri
6-7:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tues/Thurs
6-7:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mon-Thurs
7-8 p.m. (starts Feb. 20)
Saturday
9-11 a.m.
Sunday
1-2 p.m.
Mon/Wed/Fri.
9-10 a.m.
Mon/Wed/Fri.
1-2 p.m.
Mon. and Wed.
6-7 p.m.
Tues/Thurs
5:15 - 7 p.m. (Feb-May)
Saturday . Friday
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. (Starts Jan-Feb.)
Saturday
1-4:30 p.m.
Sunday
2-4:30 p.m.
Lap Swim Rules
No one under age 14 admitted into the pool during Lap Swim, unless authorized by the Recreation Program Supervisor. All Lap Swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool unassisted, using front crawl. Circle swim is required when there are more than two swimmers per lane. Choose a lane with swimmers equal to your ability. (Always stay to the right). No more than five swimmers per lane. Exceptions to these rules must be approved by the Recreation Program Supervisor.
Private Swim Lessons
Times
Private Swim Lessons are available. Call Nancy Baker at 913758-6629 for information. Fees: Private lessons $15 per 40-minute session Semi-private lessons $25 per 40-minute session’
6-8 p.m. (starts Feb/ 21)
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.
New Class! Splashing to the Oldies!
Aquacise with a twist, and those well-remembered dance moves and music we all know and enjoy! Great for beginners and experienced alike. Come splash along! Tuesday & Thursdays 9-10 a.m. Dates: Jan. 6 – May 23, 2014 Aquacise Class Days and Times: Monday – Friday 9-10 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 9-10 a.m. Monday/Wed./Friday 1-2 p.m. Monday & Wednesday 6-7 p.m. Fees for 20-Punch Aquacise Pass: (or $5 Drop-in fee) Resident Adult $40 Senior Citizen (60+) $35
Non-Resident $45 $40
American Red Cross LEARN-TO-SWIM
Age
Parent/Child
1-3 years
11 - 11:40 a.m.
Preschool (1,2,3)
3 - 5 yrs.
11 - 11:40 a.m.
Level 1, 2, 3
6 and up
11 - 11:40 a.m.
Levels 4, 5, 6
6 and up
12-12:40 p.m.
Teen/Adult
13 and up
12 - 12:40 p.m.
Guard Start
11-14
noon-1 p.m.
7 weeks- Session 1: Jan. 4-Feb. 15, 2014
Time
Tuesday/Thursday Evening Swim Sessions 4 weeks (min. 3/ max. 6) Session 2: Feb. 18- March 13
Class Level
Session 3: March 18-April 10 Session 4: April 15-May 8
Age
Time
Parent/Child
1-3 years
6:05 - 6:45p.m.
Preschool (1,2,3)
3 - 5 yrs.
6:05- 6:45 p.m.
Level 1
6 and up
6:05- 6:45 p.m.
Levels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
6 and up
6:50-7:30 p.m.
Teens/adult
13 and up
7:30 - 8:10 p.m.
Guard Start
11-14
7-8 p.m.
Riptides Review
18 and under 6:05 -6:45 p.m.
Riptide Review (+Session 4 only) This eight-hour program will provide instruction and review to better prepare swimmers for the summer recreational league. Swimmers will work on stroke mechanics and refinement, starts, turns, finishes. We will gradually build on endurance through the 4 weeks and improve on fitness and readiness for the summer swim season. Min: 3/Max:12 Fee: Resident $45 Non-Resident $50
Members of the Wednesday afternoon Aquacise class learn low-impact methods of exercise at the Riverfront Community Center pool.
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The Riverfront Community Center pool is available for birthday parties and special events. During open swim time, the balcony overlooking the pool may be reserved. Admission cost is $1 per child, $1.50 per adult. Balcony reservation is $10. Private parties after pool hours are also available. Fees are $50 an hour for City residents or $55 an hour for nonresidents. Call 913-758-6629 for information and dates. Our in-house caterer can provide food and drinks for pool parties. Call Terry Booker at 913-702-5499 or email him at theabcafe@gmail.com.
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Pool Parties
Leavenworth Riptides Swim Team Leavenworth Riptide swimmers ages 5–18 compete in a summer league with surrounding communities. For information call (913) 758-6629. Mandatory Parents’ Meeting & Sign-Up May 4, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at the Riverfront Community Center. Fee: $50 (3rd child ½ price) Registration Deadline: May 10, 2014
Guard Start (*Sessions 1, 2, & 3 only) This junior lifeguarding program for youth ages 11-14 will provide a foundation of aquatic and leadership knowledge, attitudes and skills. This 8-hour course will refine swimming skills, works on social skills and introduces rescues and first aid. Prerequisite: Swim Test – 25 yards front crawl, under water swim and treading water for one minute. (Min: 3/Max: 6) Fee: Resident $55 Non-Resident $60
Class Level
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Students will be certified in lifeguarding, CPR, AED, and First Aid. Prerequisite: Must swim 500 yards nonstop using front crawl and breast stroke and retrieve a 10 lb. brick from 9 feet of water. Must be a at least 15 years old. Fees: $180 residents/$200 non-residents. Includes all materials (Must attend all classes.) Session 1: Dec. 26, 27, 28, 29, 2013 Session 2: Mar. 17, 18, 19, 20, 2014 Session 3: Apr.12, 13, 19, 20, 2014 Times: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily
Saturday Morning Swim Sessions
Aquatic Programs
2014 Winter/Spring Swim Lessons The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department provides American Red Cross swim programs for children, teens, and adults taught by certified instructors All Learn-to-Swim classes will be taught at the Riverfront Community Center. Students must be registered by noon the Friday before the session starts. For more information please refer to Swim Lesson Policies and course descriptions at www.lvks.org. (3rd child ½ price) Fees: $40 for resident, $45 for non-resident
Winter/Spring 2014 Sports and Activities
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Sports and Activities Registration: Unless otherwise noted, registrations for these programs are accepted at the Riverfront Community Center. For information, call (913) 651-2203 or (913) 758-6648. Practice Field Reservations 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.
whose high school class has graduated. Each team is guaranteed ten (10) games. The season will run May-July. Registration: March 3 – April 14, 2014 League Fees: $295 for residents or $350 for non-residents American Softball Association (ASA) Leagues: Men’s (3 Divisions) Women’s (2 Divisions)
Tournaments Fields may be reserved for tournaments. The fee will be $125 per field per day with lights included. A contract MUST be signed for tournament field reservations and the fee MUST be paid at the time the reservation is made. Must apply and pay in advance at the Parks and Recreation Office.
Leavenworth Soccer Association The Leavenworth Soccer Association (LSA) offers Spring (MarMay) 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 Summer Baseball & Softball The Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department sponsors summer baseball/softball leagues for boys and girls. Registration/waiver forms will be distributed through the Leavenworth Schools and the Riverfront Community Center. Only those who register by the deadline will be guaranteed to play on a team. Teams will be chosen by a draft system. Children MUST play in their appropriate age group. The season will run May-July. Late registrations will be placed on a waiting list only (no fee due until a space becomes available). Late fee: $10 Registration Period: March 3 – April 14, 2014 Fees-Ages 5-8: $45 resident / $50 non-resident (3rd child ½ price) Fees-Ages 9-17: $50 resident / $55 non-resident
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 Saturday mornings. 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. 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. Fee: $80 Session 1: January 25 – March 15 (no class February 15) Times: Level 1: 11 a.m.-noon Level 2: To be announced Session 2: March 29– May 17 (no class May 10) Times: Level 1: 11 a.m.-noon Level 2: To be announced
City Youth Recreational Baseball Leagues Boys Girls Age as of 5/1/14 Instructional Baseball Inst. Softball 5-6 George Brett Dot Richardson 7-8 Willie Mays Joan Joyce 9-10 Pee Wee Reese Donna Lopiano 11-13 N/A Marie Wadlow 14-17 Geiger Ready-Mix Showcase Baseball League (Registration as a Team Only) Ages: 14-16 Fee: $50 per player Adult Co-ed Volleyball League Open to all men and women age 19 and over whose high school class has graduated. Current active college players are not eligible to play. Each team is guaranteed 10 matches. Turn in official team roster with a minimum of 6 names, signatures, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers. The season will run March-April. Registration: January 6 – February 10, 2014 Fees: $220 resident team / $245 non-resident team Adult Summer Softball Leagues are open to all men and women age 19 and over
Walk Kansas is a team-based healthy lifestyle program offered by K-State Research and Extension that aims to help people lead healthier lifestyles through increased physical activity, improved nutrition and reduced stress. In Kansas, only 48 percent of the population reaches the minimum goal for physical activity, placing them at risk for chronic disease because of physical activity and nutrition choices. 37% of Kansans are overweight and 27% are obese. Only 19% of Kansans eat the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. SAVE THE DATE! March 16 - May 10, 2014 www.leavenworth.ksu.edu
FEBRUARY Indoor Ironman (or woman) Competition – February 1-28. A self-paced training opportunity incorporating the three events of a triathlon: Swimming (2.4 miles) , bicycling (112 miles), and running 26.2 miles). When a participant completes the required distances of an ironman competition, the individual is awarded an “Indoor Ironman” T-shirt. The participants have the entire month of February to complete the distances. Registration: January 1-31. FEE: $25 (Includes admission in Feb.) Pre-Spring Flea Market – February 1, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Exhibitor Set-Up: 6-8 a.m. Riverfront Community Center Gym, Leavenworth. FREE admission! Booth fees $25 electric, $20 non-electric. Includes 1 six-foot table & chairs. Extra tables $5 each. Call (913) 651-2203. Daddy & Me Sweetheart Tea - February 9, 1-3 p.m. Little girls and their daddies or big brothers, uncles, grandfathers, etc. will enjoy an afternoon of fun and refreshments. Come to the Riverfront Community Center dressed in your best and have a photo taken with your favorite date. This event is open to little girls ages 9 and under. Register by February 5. Call (913) 651-2203 for more information. Cost: $15 per couple/$5 each additional daughter.
Leavenworth families learn ways to keep active and have fun at the annual Easter Festivities and Egg Hunt, taking place this year 1-2:30 p.m. March 22 at 10th Avenue Park.
children age 12 and under. There will be games, activities, petting zoon, bounce houses, food vendors and more. Egg Hunt: 2:30 p.m. Bring your Easter baskets and get ready for the hunt! APRIL First City “Try” Athlon for Kids & Teens - April 12, 8 a.m. The “Try” athlon is a fun triathlon for kids and teens to try their skills at three sports: swimming, cycling, and running, regardless of their size, shape, and ability. Every kid who finishes the race is awarded a medal, t-shirt, and certificate. Open to kids ages 7-15. Register at the Riverfront Community Center by April 6. Cost: $20; $5 late fee after April 6. Late registrations may not receive a shirt. The River City Community Players will be featuring “Beau Jest.” Performances will be held April 18, 19, 25, 26, 27, May 2, 3. For tickets call 913-651-0027.
Easter Festivities and Egg Hunt March 22, 1-2:30 p.m. Join the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department at 10th Avenue Park for their annual FREE Easter Egg Festivities and Hunt for
MAY 2014 “Live at the Hollywood Theater” Concert Series Saturday, 8 p.m. Saturday May 10 at the Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. All seats $25. Includes artists’
The River City Community Players will be featuring their Spring Youth Production “The Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes.” Performances will be held May 30-31. For tickets call 913-651-0027.
Winter/Spring 2014
MARCH Havens 5K Wooded Trail Run – March 1, 9 a.m. This adventure run through Havens Park includes mud pits, steep hill rope climbs, large water holes and fallen logs. Register by mail, at Enter2Run.com, or at the Riverfront Community Center. FEE: $30 (through February 21) or $35 (February 22-28 & on race day) Call 913-651-2203 for more information.
reception before the concert. Tickets are available online at LeavenworthConcertSeries.org or at our downtown outlets. For information, call 913-651-2203.
The River City Community Players will be featuring “Young Frankenstein.” Performances will be held February 21, 22, 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8. For tickets call 913-651-0027.
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
Touch-A-Truck, April 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Bring the kids to Leavenworth Landing Park and see the many kinds of trucks working in and around our community. Free admission!
Touch-A-Truck, April 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Leavenworth Landing Park. A chance for children to learn about different trucks and emergency vehicles in Leavenworth.
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