Announcements
Pool Closures
1/27 . . . Friday (Close at 4p)
1/28 . . . Saturday
55+ Day Trips Presentation
January 17
Join us for a presentation and Q&A session for upcoming day trips. You may register for trips immediately following the presentation. Presenter: Dan McCoy
1/17 . . . Tu . . . 12p . . . Free
Otter Invitational
January 27-29
The Otter Invitational is one of the longest standing swim invitationals in the state of Oregon. Originally named the River Road Invitational, this meet attracts teams from throughout the state. 200-300 swimmers ages 5-18 come to participate. The River Road Swim Club began in 1961 and has maintained status with Oregon Swimming and United States Swimming for 50 years.
1/27 . . . F . . . 5-8p
1/28 . . . Sa . . . 9a-2p
AARP Income Tax Assistance
February 1-April 12
Trained volunteers, through AARP's Tax Aide Program, will help you with your federal and state income tax forms. Individuals with complex forms or tax assistance needs may be referred to professional tax preparers. Phone the Park at 688-4052 for an appointment.
2/1-4/12 . . . WTh . . . 12-3p . . . No Charge
Hoodoo Carnival
February 11
For all of you skiers and non-skiers. This winter carnival will include sleigh rides, a torchlights procession, giant fireworks display and lots of music. Cost includes transportation. Meals and expenses for skiing are on your own. Must register by 1/20 to guarantee your spot on the bus. No refunds after 1/20.
2/11 . . . Sa . . . 11a-11:30p
$20 per person ages 18+
$17 per person ages 17 and under
Michael DeRobertis Memorial
Couples Classic Run or Walk
February 18
Join us as once again River Road Park presents the annual "Couples Classic" road run. This classic foot race features a flat, fast, 5K course through the neighborhoods surrounding the park. If you prefer, enter the non-competitive fitness walk. There will be plenty of random drawings, prizes for division winners of the run, and Mo's clam chowder for all participants. Commemorative T-shirts will be available to pre-registered participants ONLY. Child care will also be available at no charge to all pre-registered participants. Team and individual entries are encouraged. To sign up online, click here https://www.signmeup.com
Registration
Before Feb. 15 . . . $12 without shirt / $20 with t-shirt
Feb. 16 through day of race . . . $15 without shirt
Event
Feb. 18 . . . 9:30am
Book Exchange
March 4
Let's try this again! If you like to curl up next to a fire with a good book then this is an event that you won't want to miss. Everyone I talk to reads and exchanges books on a small scale, now it's time to do it on a larger scale. Free books- who could ask for more? See you book lovers there! Must bring books to exchange. Coffee and pastries provided. Held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Please sign up (541-688-4052) so that we know we have enough participants.
3/4 . . . Su . . . 11a-1p . . . Free
Gymnastics State Championships
March 24-25
Come watch Oregon's best gymnasts vie for champion status. River Road Park's own Gymnastics NW will host the Level 7-10 Optional State Championships on March 24 & 25 at Northwest Christian University Morse Event Center. To receive a meet schedule, call Gymnastics NW at 541-688-8955.
3/24-25 . . . SaSu . . . 8a-8p
Burgers, Beans and Bingo
March 27
The bottom line is BINGO is fun, winning is fun and eating/talking is fun! Tonight it's BBQ Bingo. Get ready for an incredibly exciting evening. You know how to play BINGO so no need to explain how that works. Midway through the evening, we'll delve into our bbq dinner. We're green so please bring your own table service. Your cost includes, bbq dinner, bingo (card packages can be purchased that night) and fabulous prizes including a big cash pay out at the end of the evening. Dinner and bingo- how can you pass it up!? Please sign up (541-688-4052) so that we know we have enough participants.
3/27 . . . Tu . . . 5-8p . . . $10
Increase Your Body Awareness!
NEW! River Road Park and Recreation District is now offering bodywork and massage based on the Feldenkrais Method® of movement education. The Feldenkrais Method® will increase your awareness of how your body moves, and can benefit those with chronic or acute pain as well as other central nervous system conditions such as MS, Cerebral Palsy or stroke. The Feldenkrais Method® is performed while the student is fully clothed. Please remember to wear comfortable clothing. For answers to frequently asked questions, go to www.Feldrenkrias.com. For scheduling information call 541-461-7777.
Hours: Thursdays 6-9p and Fridays 5-9p
Fees: $28.00/half-hour . . . $45/1hr . . . $66/1.5-hour . . . $64/2hr.
News & Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities & Outreach
Contact Kathy Beck at 541-688-4052.
Entertainment Scheduler. Help book/schedule entertainment for luncheons.
Special Events Committee. Help plan fun, themed parties through out the year.
News
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Youth Scholarship Fund Read more
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Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities
NEW! Promote your business at the District
Calling all businesses in the River Road/Santa Clara area looking for a new way to reach thousands. Be one of the first and secure your ad space now. River Road Park now has many levels of advertising available. Call for details!
Quarterly Printed Program Guide | The program goes out to over 14,000 households 4 times a year. What a great way to reach a lot of people.
Reader Board | Thousands in our community drive by and read this sign on River Road.
Electronic Reader Board | Located prominently in the River Road Aquatic Center.
Website | Frequently viewed by patrons of the park.
Flyers & Signage | Your logo and information will be displayed in and around the park.
Summer Concerts at Emerald Park | Be a part of the River Road community and support family friendly musical events. We have two fun concerts planned for 2012. If you want to sponsor one or both of them, please call us to get details.
• Thousands attend our concerts each year.
• Advertising space in our program guide.
• Promoted in over 6000 Register-Guard flyers.
• Signage and a table at the concert and more.
• The only event of its kind in the River Road/Santa Clara area.
• A fun way to support the park and local talent.7/15, Satin Love Orchestra
Sunday groove to the disco/ funk music of Satin Love Orchestra as they play their favorite tunes from the 70's and 80's.9/3, Rootdown
Monday move to the reggae and hip-hop sounds of local favorite Rootdown.