LEARN PLAY LIVE ~ NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2022

MANAGER’S MESSAGE

The holiday season is upon us and the staff of Richland Parks and Public Facilities is excited to round out 2022 with loads of programs, fun, and events for our citizens and visitors!

The Richland Public Library has recently introduced the Tumbleweed Tourist Attraction Pass Program offering library card holders the opportunity to check out attraction passes online! Swing by the library to learn more about the pass or visit http://www.ci.richland.wa.us/tumbleweedtourist.

The Richland Seniors Association have reestablished their regular 3rd Friday Dances! Polish those dancing shoes and get ready to cut a rug on Friday, Nov 18th and Friday, December 16th at 1pm at the Richland Community Center! Watch RSA’s website (www.richlandseniorsassociation.com) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/RichSrAssn/events) for the latest and greatest from this wonderful organization serving Seniors in our area. Richland’s Recreation team has recruited a new instructor to provide two new inviting fitness classes for folks “of all ages, and in all stages” as the instructor likes to say: Chair Yoga & Chair Aerobics! These classes are perfect for those who are looking to improve their fitness after taking some time off from exercise or returning after an injury. Exercises are designed to be adaptable for all levels of fitness to meet you at your level and provide a solid workout for all!

What would December be without our annual Winter Wonderland events and activities! The HAPO Festival of Lights dancing light show returns to John Dam Plaza with a better than ever kick off event on Friday, December 2, 2022 where we light up the park for the holiday season! The kick-off event at John Dam Plaza is followed by lots of festive fun down at Howard Amon Park and the Richland Community Center with food vendors, musical performances, photos with Santa, BINGO!, Train Rides on the J&S Express, lighted holiday displays along Lee Blvd, and the Clover Island Yacht Club lighted boat parade with a FIREWORKS show to cap off the evening! Saturday, December 3rd , the Community Center and Howard Amon Park will host all the same activities as Friday! Two nights of Holiday Fun!

The dancing lights will dazzle your eyes each night from 5-9pm through January 2, 2023, and each year we sneak in all sorts of family-friendly activities throughout the month of December. Check out our calendar at www.richlandparksandrec.com and be sure to follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/richlandparksandrecreation!

Julie Jackson

Richland’s Recreation

Manager

jjackson@ci.richland.wa.us

COMMUNITY EVENTS & PROGRAMS

HAPO’s Winter Wonderland Festival of Lights – OPENING NIGHT!

Join us for the annual HAPO’s Winter Wonderland Festival of Lights. The highly awaited “flipping of the light switch” is an event you won’t want to miss. Countdown with appearances from Santa & Mrs. Claus and holiday characters, food vendors, free kettle corn and cocoa (while supplies last). The lights will be on display starting at dusk each evening through January 2, 2023.

Friday, December 2 5:00 9:00pm 

5:00pm Entertainment  6:00pm Lighting Countdown

John Dam Plaza/HAPO Community Stage

WINTER WONDERLAND

The activities continue at Lee Landing and the Community Center.

Howard Amon Park – Lee Landing 

Holiday light display 

Lighted boat parade presented by Clover Island Yacht Club (weather permitting).

Food vendors

Firework show following the boat parade

Community Center

Holiday crafts

Hot cocoa/popcorn (while supplies last)

Digital decorations

Music performances

Friday, December 2 6:30 8:30pm

Howard Amon Park/Richland Community Center

Saturday, December 3 6:00 8:30pm

Howard Amon Park/Richland Community Center

Visit Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and holiday characters View the dancing lights and enjoying hot cocoa (while supplies last).

Fridays & Saturdays

December 9, 10, 16, 17 5:00-7:00pm

John Dam Plaza

Richland Walks: Winter Wonderland Houses

Join Richland volunteers to hear the story behind the alphabet house models erected at John Dam Plaza for a "mini" walk and an informal conversation about these historic wartime buildings still in use today.

9260 Sunday, December 4 2:00pm

9261 Sunday, December 11 2:00pm

9262 Sunday, December 18 2:00pm

John Dam Plaza

No Fee (Pre registration required)

Youth Basketball

For boys and girls in grades 1st through 6th. Richland Recreation Youth Basketball program's mission is to provide the children of the community a fun opportunity to learn and appreciate the game of basketball through active participation in practice and games. Games are played at local schools. Coaches are needed. Starting the season on time will depend on volunteer-coach participation.

Practice Begins: Week of December 5 Games Begin: Saturday, January 14

Early Registration Resident Non-Resident Sept 28 Oct 30 $50 $62.25

Late Registration Resident Non Resident Oct 31 Nov 13 $60 $75

Richland Walks: History Through the Houses

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 is an easy walk. Walks are weather permitting.

9164 Saturday, November 19 9:00 11:00am

Activity Level 1, Approx. 3 miles

Meet at corner of Wilson St. & Johnston Ave. by Chief Jo Middle School No Fee (Pre-registration required)

Gentle walking with little elevation change. Pace is very social with breaks. ADA accessible.

Richland Walks: Urban Greenbelt Trail

This volunteer led walk will follow Richland’s Urban Greenbelt Trail (UGT), and urban path that encircles the central city. Along the way, we’ll talk about the city’s history and look at pictures of Richland in earlier days. Walks are weather permitting.

9166 Saturday, December 3 9:00 11:00am

Activity Level 3, Approx. 3.2 miles

Meet in front of the Richland Community Ctr No Fee (Pre registration Required)

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

Steppin' Out W/ Jo

Instructor: Jo Miller

Let's get moving! We all grow older, but that doesn't mean we want to get stiff, tired or have pain. This class is geared to help you stay active and increase flexibility. We will start by warming up our body with easy cardio routines set to a wide range of music. Then we will use hand weights, resistance tubes and lots of stretching for a total body workout. The goal is to have fun while getting healthier!

Mondays, Wednesdays 10:00-11:00am

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9150 November $40 $50 9151 December No Class Dec 19, 21, 26, 28 $30 $37.50

Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7.50 Non Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

New Attitude Line Dancing

Instructor: Jo Miller The first 30 minutes or so, we will learn basic steps and terminology associated with line dancing. Then we will move into fun, easy beginner dances to all rhythms of music. In the last part of class, we will focus on improving your skills as a line dancer. Dancing helps tone muscles and may help increase your memory and focus.

Tuesdays 1:00 2:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9131 November $24 $30 9132 December No Class Dec 20, 27 $18 $22.50

Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7.50 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview South

Cumbia 1.5

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena Age 16+. Learn the fundamentals of Cumbia. It is perfect for those who have never danced before or who have some Cumbia dancing experience and are ready to take their dancing to the next level.

Prerequisite: Completion of Cumbia 1.0 or instructor’s permission.

Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9152 November No Class Nov 22, 29 $27 $33.75

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

Salsa 2.0

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 Salsa 1.5 is required to take this class.

Tuesdays 6:30 7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9153 November No Class Nov 22, 29 $27 $33.75 Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

Intermediate Salsa

Instructors: Dana & Christian Camarena

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!

Prerequisite: Complete 4 months of group Salsa classes and get the instructor's permission to enroll in the class.

Wednesdays 6:30 7:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9156 November No Class Nov 23, 30 $27 $33.75 Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

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 turn our focus to musicality and more intricate footwork, patterns, and styling.

Prerequisite: Complete 4 months of group Bachata classes and get the instructor's permission required prior to enrolling in this class.

Wednesdays 7:30 8:30pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9157 November No Class Nov 23, 30 $27 $33.75 Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room

DANCE & FITNESS

Salsa & Bachata Práctica

Instructor: Dana & Christian Camarena Ages 16+. Come join us to practice what you have been learning in class! Practice is open to anyone in the community who has a little or a lot of salsa and/or bachata experience. This is not a class however, there will be dancers of all levels there that can assist you with any questions you may have and to practice with. No partner needed. Práctica will occur in November only. There will be no Práctica in December.

1st & 3rd Monday of November 6:30-8:30pm

Drop In Only: $2 Resident / $3 Non-Resident Richland Community Center, Activity Room

Argentine Tango

Instructor: Kathy Dee

Beginning 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. Intermediate - Students will learn more complex steps while practicing detailed technique focusing on partner connection, contra-body, musicality, footwork, cross system, leading and following and more. Students should have at least a year of tango experience and know the basic steps. A partner is required to enroll in this class.

Thursdays 6:30 8:00pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

8807 December No Class Dec 22, 29 $39 $48.75

Drop In: $9.00 Resident / $11.00 Non Resident

Richland Community Center, Riverview North

International Folk Dancing*

Come learn & enjoy dances from around the world. Spectating is free. There is no charge to new dancers for the first 3 weeks.

Thursdays 7:00 9:00pm

Richland Community Center, Riverview South

Zumba

Instructor: TaiFei Scott

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

Tuesdays, Thursdays 9:30-10:30am

Class# Month Resident NonResident

9117 November No Class Nov 24 $40 $50

9118 December No Class Dec 27, 29 $35 $43.75

Drop In: $6.00 Resident / $7.50 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview North

Tai Chi

Instructor: Bill Powell Classes consist of a brief meditation period, warm up exercises, learning Tai Chi walk, and the practice of short and long form Yang Style Tai Chi. Mondays 3:00 4:00pm Fridays 10:30 11:30am

Class# Month Resident Non Resident 8961 November No Class Nov 11, 25 $18 $22.50 8962 December No Class Dec 2, 23, 26, 30 $15 $18.75

Drop In: $4.00 Resident / $5.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview 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.

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. For additional information: http://www.tricitytabletennis.com http://www.facebook.com/TCTTA TriCitiesTableTennis@gmail.com

*Note: Play days are subject to cancellation. Please call 509 942 7529 to confirm.

Sundays 12:30 3:45pm

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

Drop In Only: $4.00

Richland Community Center, Riverview North

Pinochle

Join us for an evening of pinochle. Comfortable play and friendly competition. If you need help brushing up on pinochle skills, there are people ready and willing to help.

Fridays 6:00-8:30pm

Drop In Only: $1 Richland Community Center, Games Room

Party Bridge

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

Mondays, Wednesdays 8:30-11:30am

Drop In Only: $1 Richland Community Center, Games 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, Friday 12:30 3:30pm

Drop In Only: $1 Richland Community Center, Games Room

RSA Greeting Card Recycling*

Come join in the fun with the Richland Senior Association volunteer group as they take used cards and make them like new again.

Tuesdays 1:00 3:00pm FREE

Richland Community Center, Arts & Crafts Room

ACBL Bridge: Various Groups*

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

Tuesdays: Bridge Buddies 12:00 4:00pm

Wednesdays: Three Rivers Duplicate 5:00 9:00pm

1st Thursday: ACBL Unit 442 5:00 9:00pm Richland Community Center, Games Room

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

Outdoor Table Tennis

Ever wanted to try out a game of table tennis? You’re in luck! We have an outdoor table tennis table, as well paddles and balls for your use. Just ask the front desk staff for the paddles and a ball, and you’ll be on your way to a game. Game accessories are only available during business hours.

FREE

Richland Community Center, Outside Northeast Corner

Outdoor Cornhole

Also known more simply as Bean Bag Toss, the Richland Community Center now offers two permanent outdoor boards for the game. Ask the front desk staff for a set of bean bags, and you’ll be off to a game in no time! Game accessories are only available during business hours.

FREE

Richland Community Center, Outside Northeast Corner

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

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.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays – Patti’s Workout

Feel Fantastic and have Fun! Come join our workout “family” and experience the joy of moving, strengthening and stretching.

Patti’s

Patti’s Bundle

Mondays 5:00 6:20pm

Tuesdays, Wednesdays 4:00 5:20pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9124 November $46 $11.50

9125 December No Class Dec 26, 27, 28 $30 $7.50

Drop In: $5.00 Resident / $6.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Riverview Room This class is also available on Zoom.

Yoga Flow 1

Instructor: Dawn MacDonald

Low impact yoga class that yields strength, flexibility, discipline, and relaxation. All fitness levels and physical abilities welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat, blanket or towel, and a water bottle. Tuesdays, Thursdays 6:30 7:15pm

Class# Month Resident Non Resident

9144 November

No Class Nov 1, 24 $35 $43.75

9145 December No Class Dec 27, 29

Virtual Class Only Dec 20 & 22 $35 $43.75

Drop In: $8.00 Resident / $10.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Activity or Meeting Room

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 your own yoga mat.

Tuesdays, Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm

Class# Month Resident NonResident 8978 November No Class Nov 1, 24 $35 $43.75

8979 December No Class Dec 27, 29 Virtual Class Only Dec 20 & 22 $35 $43.75

Drop In: $8.00 Resident / $10.00 Non Resident Richland Community Center, Activity or Meeting Room

Candlelight Yoga

Enjoy this special evening yoga class with candlelight, positive affirmations, and a time to reconnect inward. Please do not eat 1hr before class. You will want to bring your yoga mat, water, blanket, and journal.

Friday, December 9 6:30 8:00pm Class# Resident Non Resident 9146 $16 $20 Richland Community Center, Activity Room

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. Participant initiated 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 based on 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.

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.

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.

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 based on 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 based on 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 based on 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/

DANCING

WONDERLAND Winter 2022 Festival

of Lights

Music and Light Show Sponsored By

DEcEMBER 2 - January 2

LIGHT SHOW EVERY EVENING

Friday, December 2

Festival of Lights – John Dam Plaza

5:00 – 9:00 p.m.

5:00 Entertainment • 6:00 Lighting Countdown w/ appearances from Santa & Mrs. Claus and holiday characters, complimentary kettle corn and cocoa (while supplies last)

Howard Amon Park

6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Holiday characters, J & S Express train rides, inflatables display, food vendors Approx. 7:15 p.m.

Lighted Boat Parade sponsored by Clover Island Yacht Club (weather permitting), fireworks show to follow parade Richland Community Center

6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Santa & Mrs. Claus, holiday crafts, bingo, movie, complimentary popcorn & cocoa (while supplies last), live entertainment in the Riverview Room

Gallery at the Park

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Complimentary craft kits and cocoa (while supplies last), live entertainment

Fridays & Saturdays • December 9, 10, 16, 17

Festival of Lights – John Dam Plaza

5:00–7:00 p.m.

Complimentary cocoa (while supplies last), Santa & Mrs. Claus, holiday characters, kettle corn vendor

IN JOHN DAM PLAZA • 5PM-9PM

Saturday, December 3

Festival of Lights – John Dam Plaza

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Complimentary cocoa (while supplies last)

Howard Amon Park

4:00 p.m.

Santa Stroll & Reindeer Dash

6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

J & S Express train rides, inflatables display, holiday characters, food vendors Approx. 7:15 p.m.

Lighted Boat Parade sponsored by Clover Island Yacht Club (weather permitting), fireworks show to follow parade

Richland Community Center

6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Santa & Mrs. Claus, holiday crafts, bingo, movie, complimentary popcorn & cocoa (while supplies last), live entertainment in the Riverview Room

Gallery at the Park

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Complimentary craft kits and cocoa (while supplies last), live entertainment

Sundays • December 4, 11, 18

John Dam Plaza

2:00 p.m. • Interpretive Mini Walk

The story behind the alphabet house models. Join Richland volunteers for an information session about these historic wartime homes still in use today. Preregistration required!