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Welcome back to the Richmond Parks & Recreation weekly activities newsletter!

We have curated a list of fun activities for individuals and the whole family that we plan to share with you for the rest of 2021! This week's activities include the start of Green Thumb Thursdays, City Bike Park Clean-Up Day, Gentle Yoga, and the Winter Farmers Market. Don't forget to mark your calendars for the Spring Weed Wrangle at Hayes Arboretum!

With the pandemic following us into the new year, this newsletter will continue to feature both virtual and in-person activities with the intention of helping you energize your week, while also staying safe and healthy.

Mark Your Calendars

Spring Weed Wrangle at Hayes Arboretum

Join WIPER- Wayne Co. Invasive Plant Education & Removal to remove garlic mustard from Hayes Arboretum.

This event is on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

To register to volunteer, click the link below.

Spring Weed Wrangle Sign Up

In-Person Activities

Green Thumb Thursdays Website and Registration

Gentle Yoga

Join the Richmond Senior Community Center every Friday at 9am for Gentle Yoga led by Shari Veach. There is plenty of room for social distancing as the class is held in the gymnasium.

Gentle Yoga is free to members and $5 to the public 18 and up.

For more information, please contact the Senior Community Center at (765) 983-7300.

City Bike Park Clean-up Day

We need your help! Join us on Saturday, April 3, 2021 from 9 AM – 2 PM to help us prep the Freeman Park grounds for the grand re-opening of the City Bike Park on April 30.

To volunteer, click the link below for the online sign up form.

CBP Clean-up Day Volunteer Sign Up

Find local products every Saturday, 10am-1pm, from 100% certified, local farmers & vendors! Produce, meat, eggs, honey, baked goods, jams and jellies, candles, soaps, jewelry, fine art, and so much more!

For more information about the Winter Farmers Market, please click the link below.

Winter Farmers Market

At-Home Activities

Easter is Sunday, April 4!!

Easter is this weekend and we have a great way for you and the kids to celebrate.

This adorable craft is easy to make and perfect for kids of all ages. All you need is a ruler, scissors, glue, and the free, printable template provide on the website.

Click the link below for the printable template and directions. Have fun!

Easter Bunny Ears Headband Tutorial

Celebrate the holiday weekend with a classic treat with a twist!

Layered Peeps Rice Krispie Treats combines an Easter favorite with possibly the easiest dessert to make in the history of desserts. This colorful, layered treat calls for 3 ingredients and only takes about 25 minutes to make.

For a complete list supplies and directions, please click the link below.

Peeps Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Staying Safe While in the Parks

With the weather warming up, it is important to remember best practices for social distancing when getting outside to visit parks. We've included three important resources below to help you stay informed on the current guidelines.