June/July Recreation Programs
Have some summer fun with camps, leagues, and outdoor activities. Take a walk at the Nature Center, visit the Richfield Farmers Market, or relax by the Richfield Pool. Don’t miss all the exciting things to do in Richfield this summer! View our full program guide and check out some of the highlighted programs below.
Youth Pickleball Camps
Mon-Thu, June 19-22, 1:00-4:00 pm
Washington Park (7600 18th Ave)
$109/child
Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. DASH Sports Pickleball camps teach the game in a fun and positive atmosphere. Emphasis is on technique and game play. Balls and all other equipment are provided. Ages 8-12 years. Pre-registration required.
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Amazing Athletes-Morning Sessions
Develop your child’s motor skills, hand-eye coordination, cardiovascular fitness and more through Amazing Athletes. Each class encompasses two different developmental sports, muscle identification and nutrition lessons, using fun activities to build their skills at their own pace. Ages 2.5–6 years. Starts June 26. Pre-registration required.
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Susie’s Wet Workout
Mon & Wed, June 21-July 19, 12:10-12:55 PM
Richfield Middle School Pool
Make your workout fun and low impact! Fun noodles and aqua dumbbells are used to assist in exercise routines. No need to know how to swim either! This water exercise class is for anyone 18+ who wants a great workout in the water. Pre-registration required.
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Richfield Pool OPENS JUNE 9!
The Richfield Pool opens for the season on Friday, June 9. Get your season passes at the pre-season rate through June 8, either online or at the pool (the front desk is now open during regular pool hours: 11:00 am-7:00 pm). For a full list of rates, hours, and other information, visit the Richfield Pool web page. The Richfield Pool is located at 630 E 66th Street (just east of Portland Ave).
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Outdoor Explorers (Ages 10 and up)
Fridays, Jun 23-Aug 18, 9:30-10:30 am
Join Three Rivers Park District for a Friday morning filled with outdoor activities like fishing, geocaching, disc golf and outdoor survival skills. This is a great way to make new friends and enjoy the outdoors at Taft Park (near the basketball court at 62nd Street and Bloomington Ave) or Wood Lake Nature Center (6710 Lake Shore Drive). Ages 10 and up. All equipment is provided. Pre-registration is required (see link below).
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JUN 23: Geocaching @ Taft Park (meet at basketball court)
JUN 30: Fishing @ Taft Lake (meet at basketball court)
JUL 7: Disc Golf @ Taft Park (meet at basketball court)
JUL 21: Outdoor Survival Skills @ Wood Lake
AUG 11: Fishing @ Taft Lake (meet at basketball court)
AUG 18: GPS/Map/Compass @ Wood Lake |
OTHER PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & NEWS
New Play Equipment at Sheridan & Monroe Parks
Check out the newly-installed play equipment at Sheridan Park (6500 Upton Ave) and Monroe Park (6710 Irving Ave). Installation was just completed this week by Northland Recreation!
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Girls Archery Camp @ Wood Lake
Mon-Thu, Aug 21-24, 9:00 am-Noon, $125
Build connection, confidence, and curiosity in nature with other girls all while learning the art of archery! Lots of fun, games, and shooting time as archers make their own bows to practice at home. All equipment provided. Pre-registration required.
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Paddleshare at Taft Park
Rent a paddleboard or kayak and take it for a spin on Taft Lake (1800 E 63rd St)!
Paddleshare is a system where users can reserve a paddleboard or kayak online, then head to Taft Lake at your reserved time, get the watercraft out with your special code, and take it out on the lake! The program is presented by Three Rivers Park District.
Four-hour rental prices are $20 for solo kayaks, $30 for paddleboards, and $35 for tandem kayaks. Try it out for the month of June for 20% off! Use the discount code TRYIT20.
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Friday and Saturday Fun
Select Fridays, 10:00 am
Augsburg Adventure Park (7000 Nicollet Ave)
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by playtime at the playground. Special dance parties are sprinkled-in the mix to celebrate the summer season! In the event in inclement weather, program will be cancelled. All sessions begin at 10:00 am.
If you find yourself hungry after all of that fun, see below for the Food Truck Fridays schedule (Soul to Soul BBQ, Muddy Tiger, and Wonders Ice Cream)!
2023 SCHEDULE
Friday, June 9: Storybook Hike* (English and Spanish; self-guided)
Saturday, June 10: Summer Kickoff Dance Party
Friday, June 23: Storytime with Richfield Public Safety
Saturday, June 24: Storytime with Richfield Public Safety
Friday, July 7: Storybook Hike* (English and Spanish; self-guided)
Friday, July 21: Wood Lake Puppet Show
Friday, August 11: Storybook Hike* (English and Spanish; self-guided)
Friday, August 25: End-of-Summer Dance Party
*Storybook hikes are on paved, accessible sidewalk adjacent to the playground. Distance is approximately 0.4 miles.
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Food Truck Fridays
Select Fridays, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
After you’ve had some fun at the park, satisfy your appetite with Food Truck Fridays. Enjoy your lunch at the playground or patio picnic tables, or take it to go. Along with lunch, enjoy music, a game of bags/cornhole, and the Augsburg Adventure Park. Food is served from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; see below for vendors and dates.
Muddy Tiger (Indian Fast Casual): Jun 23, Aug 25
Soul to Soul BBQ (BBQ/Soul Food): Jun 9, Jul 7, Jul 21, Aug 11
Wonders Ice Cream: Jun 9, Jun 23, Jul 7, Jul 21, Aug 11, Aug 25
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Summer Entertainment in the Park
Tuesdays, June 13-August 15 (except 7/4)
11:00 am: Kids Entertainment (except 6/13 & 8/15)
6:30 pm: Concerts
Richfield Band Shell (636 E 66th St)
Full concert schedule (English & Spanish)
The 2023 Entertainment in the Park series kicks off on Tuesday, June 13, with a concert by the Richfield Symphonic Band at 6:30 pm. Check out entertainment for kids at 11:00 am on Tuesdays (except 6/13, 7/4, and 8/15) and the main music concert series at 6:30 pm. See the full schedule on the Richfield Band Shell web page (in English and Spanish).
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Other Programs
Find more information in the Recreation Program Guide
ALL AGES
Walk and Tone: Starts June 20
YOUTH AND TEEN
Tennis Lessons: Mon-Thu sessions, starting June 12
-Pre-School (ages 4-5)
-Child (ages 6-8)
-Youth (ages 9-11)
-Middle School (ages 12-15)
GO Gymnastics (ages 18 mo-6 yrs): June 16, July 28
DASH Sports Camps
-Pickleball (ages 8-12): June 19
-T-Ball Tykes (ages 2-6): June 19
-Athleticism Tykes (ages 2-6): July 24
-Phy Ed Games (ages 6-12): July 31
Sanneh Sports Camps
-Basketball (ages 6-14): June 26
-Soccer (ages 5-12): July 10
-Outdoor Explorers
ADULTS
Pilates (ages 16+): Starts June 6 and July 11
Tennis Lessons (ages 16+): Starts June 7 and July 26
Bilingual Yoga: Starts June 7 and July 5
Pickleball League-Doubles Intermediate: Starts June 7
Walk with Friends: Starts June 21
Tai Chi: Starts July 13
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Lil Sparkler 4th of July Celebration (see flyer above)
Community Center Art Opening-Sarah Musgrave: July 11, 5:00 pm
Hoop Local Tournament & Fundraiser: July 22 (pre-registration required)
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