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Fife Activity Guide
2014
Fall
City of Fife Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Building a Healthier Community
General Information
Mission
To serve the entire community - to be a provider of local and regional recreation
opportunities. We-our staff, citizens and volunteers - build a healthier community
through quality recreational and social programs, parks and facilities.
Phone & Websites
Fife Swim Center
Community Center
City Hall
Dacca Park Rainout Line
Community Development
Fife Municipal Court
Police Business
Public Works
Chamber of Commerce
Fife School District
Fire Department
Fife Food Bank
Women/Infant/Children
(253) 922-7665
(253) 922-0900
(253) 922-2489
(253) 896-8653
(253) 922-9625
(253) 922-6635
(253) 922-6633
(253) 922-9315
(253) 922-9320
(253) 517-1000
(253) 591-5737
(253) 922-0961
(253) 926-8767
City of Fife:
Fife Chamber of Commerce: Fife School District Website:
Facility Locations
Fife Community Center
2111 54th Avenue E.
Fife, WA 98424
Business Hours:
Mon. – Wed. 8:30a.m. – 6:30p.m.
Thurs. -Fri. 8:30a.m. – 5p.m.
Fife Swim Center
5410 20th St. E.
Fife, WA 98424
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
www.cityoffife.org
www.fifechamber.org
www.fifeschools.com
PRCS FACILITY CLOSURES
Table of Contents
General Information Staff & Recreation Registration Info
Special Events
Youth Programs
Adult Programs
55+ Adult Activities
55+ Adult Trips
Community Service Programs
Facility Rentals
Aquatic Information & Programs
Fife Swim School
Winter Swim Schedule
City Park Information
Recreation Program Registration Form
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Labor day 8/30-9/1
Fife Community Center Closure 8/30-9/7
Veterans Day 11/11
Thanksgiving
11/27-30
Swim Center Maint. Closure 12/1-1/4
City of Fife Officials
City Council Members:
Bryan Yambe, Tim Curtis,
Pat Hulcey, Rob Cerqui,
Lew Wolfrom, Winston Marsh
Interim City Manager:
Subir Mukerjee
Connect with Us!
facebook.com/cityoffife
twitter.com/cityoffife
Administrative Division
PRCS Director- Kurt Reuter
Recreation Manager - Julie Dames Ryan
Office Assistant- Brenda Garcia
Recreation Division
Recreation Coordinator II – Meghan Bondor
Recreation Coordinator II- Debbie Goff
Swim Center Division
Aquatics Supervisor – David Kienlen
Aquatics Coordinator II – Megan Jendrick
Aquatics Coordinator I – Marta Gailushas
Park Operations Division
Facility & Operations Supervisor – David Cantlin
Facility Maintenance Worker – Dan Work
Grounds Maintenance Worker II – Jeff Haney
Grounds Maintenance Worker I – Ben Whitman
General Information to Register
PRCS Citizens
Advisory Board
Chair- Dee-Dee Dukes-Gethers
Vice Chair - Cody Geddes
Carole Sue Braaten,
Lisa McClellan, Jay Marks,
Karla Wayman, Sarah Patt
Staff & Recreation Program Registration
Parks & Recreation Department Staff
Registration opens August 11 and will continue until classes
are full or are canceled due to lack of enrollment. People must
register for classes unless otherwise noted. Registration and payment must be received at
least five business days before class start date. Classes will be canceled if minimum enrollment
has not been met five business days before class start date. Accepted payment methods are listed
below. All programs are held at Fife Community Center, unless otherwise noted.
Refund Policy
Failure to withdraw 5 days prior to the advertised program start date will result in the loss of
100% of program registration costs. Withdrawal 5 or more days prior to the advertised program start date will result in a full refund, minus a $5.00 service fee. No refunds will be given
for missed days. Refunds will be returned by mail within 30 days.
Medical Insurance
Easy Ways
Participants in Fife PRCS programs should have their own
to Register!
medical insurance to cover any injuries sustained while
PHONE INCredit Card Only
participating in any activity sponsored by the PRCS
WALK IN
Cash, Check, or
Department. Fife PRCS is not financially responsible
Debit/Credit Card (Visa/MC Only)
for medical expenses.
MAIL IN Check Only
Rainout Line (For Dacca Park Athletic Fields)
Payable to City of Fife
If weather is questionable, please call Fife PRCS
Fife Community Center
Rainout Line at 253-896-8653 to obtain program
2111 54th Ave. E.
cancelation information.
Fife, WA 98424
Inclement Weather
Rec Center: (253) 922-0900
If the Fife School District is closed due to inclement
Pool: (253) 922-7665
weather, all PRCS programs are canceled. Call the
Community Center or Pool if you have additional questions.
Photo Policy
Fife PRCS staff may videotape or take photos of participants in programs and special events.
Those photos may be used for promoting our programs, classes, events, or displayed online.
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Special Events
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Special Events
Fife Harvest Festival
The 2014 Annual Harvest Festival will be
Saturday, October 4th. This event has
FREE admission, tons of free activities,
and held rain or shine. Jump on your
tractor and head on down! Highlights
include, (but certainly not limited too):
Council Corn on the Cob, hay rides, face
painting, live entertainment, western
village and so much more! This community
event is for you, so be the star! Whether
you want
to be in the parade, become a vendor, or
just enjoy the FREE all day activities, we
want YOU involved!
Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free Admission!
Location: Dacca Park
More Info: 253-896-8688
www.cityoffife.org/festival
Halloween Carnival
Sponsored by the Fife Police Dept. Games
galore, candy, prizes, free flashlights,
goody bags and much, much more.
Date: Friday, October 31
Time: 5:00 -7 p.m.
Location: Columbia Jr High School
Cost: Free Admission!
Breakfast with Santa (Ages 12 mos +)
Theme: Miracle on 54th Street. You are
cordially invited to enjoy a delicious
breakfast with Santa. Kids will have the
opportunity to participate in holiday
activities and visit with Santa about their
Christmas wish list. Children must attend
with one parent or responsible adult. Don’t
forget to bring your cameras for a picture
with Santa! Must pre-register. Breakfast
will be served from 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 9 – 11 a.m.
Cost: Participants 3 & Up $5.00
2 & U Free
Holiday Tree lighting with Santa
Santa trades in his sleigh for a fire truck!
Come celebrate the season with the Mayor
and Santa as they use some holiday magic
to light up the trees outside of City hall.
Free photos with Santa, cookies/hot cocoa.
Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Fife City Hall
Halloween Kids Night Out (ages 4-12)
Parents, have a Halloween Party to go
to? If so, drop off your kids with their
Halloween outfit on at the Fife Community
Center for a Halloween Party. We will
make treats & Halloween art projects,
watch fun Halloween movies, play group
games, and enjoy pizza and ice cream.
They can even go through the Haunted
Community Center. All this fun for less
than you would pay for a baby-sitter!
Parents must pre-register by Thursday
October 24, before by 4:30 p.m.
Dates: October 25
Days: Saturday
Times: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 1st child/$5 2nd child
Location: Fife Community Center
Dates: December 12
Days: Friday
Times: 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 1st child/$5 2nd child
Location: Fife Community Center
Family Fused Glass Class
(Ages 6 +)
In the fused glass class the student will
learn to use & combine several glass
products to make art pieces. No prior
experience with glass is required. 2 or
more family members must sign up for the
class together.
Dates: 10/18 (fall theme)
11/15 (Christmas theme)
Days: Saturday
Times: 9-11:00 a.m.
Cost: $10 Res Adult
$15 Non-Res Adult
1st child free 2nd child $5
Exercise
Holiday Kids Night Out (ages 4-12)
Parents, do you need to start or finish
some holiday shopping? Drop your kids
off at Fife Community Center for a holiday
party. We will make treats and holiday art
projects, watch a holiday movie, play group
games, and enjoy pizza and ice cream. All
this fun for less than you would pay for
a baby-sitter! Parents must pre-register
Thursday December 9th, before by 4:30
p.m.
Indoor Toddler Play Park (Ages 1-5)
This program is for parents and caregivers
with children. Children enjoy small and
large motor skill activities, art experiences,
or group games. Planned activity every
Tuesday at 10 a.m. Parents/ Caregivers
must be present to supervise their children
at all times. No registration is required. We
will be having a special toddler time on the
following dates:
10/30: Halloween
12/11: Santa will be stopping by,
so bring your camera
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays *begins 9/9
Times: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $2
Location: Fife Community Center
Special Events & Youth Activities
Youth Programs
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Guitar Classes (Ages 6 Y+)
Private thirty minute lessons available for
youth and adults. Call 253- 922-0900 for
more information.
Dates: 8/26-9/23 (no class 9/2 & 9/9- make up day on 9/14), 9/30-
10/21, 10/28-11/18, 11/25-12/16
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 Residents/$80 Non
busy! Please be sure to send your child with
a lunch that does not need to be heated or
chilled and a water bottle. Registration
Deadline 12/15/14 by 5 P.M.
12/22: Reindeer Farm
12/23: Winter Fest in Seattle
12/29: Federal Way Pool
12/30: Ice Skating @ Polar Plaza
Dates: 12/22, 12/23, 12/29, 12/30,
Times: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: $27 Res/$29 NonRes Per Day
Location: SurpriseLake MS Portable
Youth Sports Agencies
Contact Information:
FME Soccer
www.fmesoccer.org
Fife Junior Football
www.fifejuniorfootball.com
Fife Milton Edgewood Little League
www.fmell.com
Youth Classes & Activities
Music
FME Sports (Basketball)
www.fmesports.com
School Break Camps
Dance Classes
Conference Break Camp
The kids have no school? No problem!
Join us at the Fife Community Center for
fun activities, great games, haunted trip to
a corn maze, swimming and much more!
Children need to bring a packed lunch each
day, bathing suit and a smile. Activities will
be led by recreation staff.
Dates: 10/15-17
Times: 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Cost: $27 Res/$29 Non-Res Per Day
Location: Fife Community Center
The City of Fife is teaming up with Metro
Parks Tacoma “Metro Art’s” program, to
offer dance programs in Fife.
Winter Break Camp (Grades K-5)
The kids are on a break…but you still
have to work? The City of Fife Parks and
Recreation will keep your child busy and
have tons of fun. We will offer crafts,
games and activities to keep your child
Beginning Ballet (Ages 3-4 yrs.)
Metro Arts’ ballet classes focus on
technique, posture, alignment, creative
expression and performance.
Sessions: 9/11-10/23; 10/30-12/18 (no class on 11/27)
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Youth Classes & Activities
Days: Thursdays
Times: 4-4:30 p.m. OR
4:30-5 p.m.
Cost: $37 Resident/session
$41 Non/session
Beg/Intermediate Ballet (Ages 5-7 yrs.)
This class focuses on technique, posture,
alignment, expression & performance.
Session: 9/11-10/23; 10/30-12/18 (no class on 11/27)
Days: Thursdays
Times: 5-5:45 p.m.
Cost: $56 Resident/session
$61 Non/session
Beginning Hip Hop (Ages 7-10)
Build cardio health while you get your
hip-hop moves on. Learn hip-hop dance
combinations, work on body isolations
essential to this dance form, and try out
a few technical hip-hop moves, all while
working on coordination and flexibility.
Come ready to dance in lace-up shoes and
comfortable clothing. * No Class 3rd
Thursday of Month.
Sessions: 9/11-10/23 (No class 9/18 & 10/16); 10/30-12/11 (no class 11/20 & 27)
Days: Thursdays
Times: 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Cost: $44 Resident/session
$48 Non/session
Teen Programs
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Teen Winter Scene (Grades 6-8)
The kids are on a break…but you still
have to work? The City of Fife Parks and
Recreation will keep your teen busy and
have tons of fun. Our exploration day
camps are open to teens that are in 6-8th
grade. We will be out and about exploring
the Holiday Season! Please be sure to send
your child with a lunch that does not need
to be heated or chilled and a water bottle.
Registration Deadline: 12/15/14 by 5
P.M.
12/22: Winter Fest
12/23: Reindeer Farm
12/29: Ice Skating @ Polar Plaza
Dates: 12/22, 12/23, and 12/29
Times: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $27 Res/ $29 Non-Resident
Location: SurpriseLake MS Portable
Teen Scene
The City of Fife Parks and Recreation
provides a fun and safe place for middle
school students after- school that
encourages and develops life skills,
respect, and positive social interaction.
Daily activities include homework help,
group games, sports, and art projects.
Registration forms are located at Surprise
Lake Middle School Office, Endeavour
Intermediate School Office, and at the Fife
Community Center. 25 Student Limit.
Financial Assistance is available on a sliding
scale; please contact Fife Community
Center for more information, 253-8968656.
Dates: Begins Sept. 8th
Days: Monday - Friday
Times: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost Per Month:
$65, $35 – Reduced Lunch, Free – Free Lunch Program
Must Pre-Register the last Friday of each month for the next month
Location: Surprise Lake MS
Adult Exercise
Boot Camp
Turn your body into a calorie burning
machine with Boot Camp style group
training. We’ll shock your body into the
next level of fitness with workouts that
change each week. Using the ‘Metabolic
Training’ model to maximize calorie burn
and AFTER workout calorie burn while
encouraging your body to gain muscle
while simultaneously burning fat. All
fitness levels welcome. First Class is free if
you would like to try it out.
Sessions: 9/3-29 (No Class 9/8),
10/1-31, 11/3-26, 12/1-22
Days: Mon/Wed/Fri
Times: 9-10 a.m.
Cost: $25 1 day/week/month
$45 / 2 day/week/month
$65 for 3 days/week/month
Drop in: $10
Instructor: Angela Garske
Sessions: 9/3-29 (No Class 9/8),
10/1-31, 11/3-26, 12/1-22
Days: Mon/Wed/Fri
Times: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 1 day/week/month
$45 / 2 day/week/month
$65 for 3 days/week/month
Drop in: $10
Instructor: Angela Garske
Women’s Kundalini Yoga Series
(Ages 16+)
Kundalini, the yoga of awareness, utilizes
breath, movement, sound, meditation, and
chanting as a way to connect deeper and
more fully to our mind, body, and soul.
Kundalini is a fun practice of yoga that
many experience as different and powerful.
Often students leave a class feeling clear,
awake, alive.... No experience necessary to
participate and ALL are welcome.
Dates: 9/9-10/7
Days: Tuesdays
Times: 9-10:30 a.m.
Cost: $80 Res/$85 NonRes
Drop In: $12
Instructor: Megan Zaback
Zumba
We take dance movements from the Salsa,
Merengue, Cumbia, Cha Cha, and Belly
Dance; put it all together and you have....
Zumba. Dress in comfortable clothes, wear
comfortable athletic shoes, bring a water
bottle/towel. First class free!
Dates: 9/8-29, 10/2-30, 11/3-24, 12/1-18
Day: Monday & Thursday
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $24 Res/$29 Non 1 day/wk $48Res/ $53 Non 2 days/wk
Drop in: $10
Instructor: Anne Ysasi
Adult Exercise Classes
Teen Late Night
Calling all SLMS kids to come celebrate
a night off from the books at SLMS gym.
We will have spooky celebration full of
music, dance off’s, open gym basketball,
competitions, Wii Challenges and more.
Grab your friends and challenge the staff!
A Hollow’s-night you will not want to miss!
Date: 10/24
Day: Friday
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Cost: $5.00
Location: Surprise Lake MS
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55+ Adult Programs
55+ Adult Activities
Fife Lunch Club
Nutritionally balanced meals provided by
Catholic Community Services are served on
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Meal
reservations are appreciated one week in
advance. You can call (253) 922-8368 or
(253) 474-1200.
Holiday Lunch: Thanksgiving Meal:
Friday, November 21
Holiday Lunch: Christmas Meal:
Monday, December 22
Days: Wed, Fri
Times: Noon
Cost: $2.50 60 & Over
(Suggested Donation)
$5.00 for 59 & Under
(Not a Donation)
Location: Fife Community Center
Tai Chi (Free!)
Wake up your body & mind with morning
Tai Chi.
Days: M/W/F
(No Tai Chi on 9/1-5, 11/28, 12/24)
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Bingo
Come join us for some fellowship and fun!
Cards are 35¢ each – limit 6 cards. Come in
early for lunch.
Days: Mondays (No Bingo 9/1)
10 Time: 12:45 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Bunco
Bunco is a fun game that provides
opportunity to socialize while playing.
Strictly speaking, Bunco is a game of
dice, played in rounds. Players take turns
rolling the dice trying to accumulate
as many points as possible to win each
round. The fame is played at table of four
in completing teams of two. Players score
points by rolling three dice trying to match
the number they’re supposed to roll for that
round. Join the crew!
Days: 2nd Tuesday (No Bunco 9/2 & 11/11)
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $2.00
Dominos, Cribbage & Board Games
Come play the fun and addictive domino
game called Mexican Train. New to the
game? Someone will teach you how to play!
Days: Wednesdays (No Games on 9/3 & 12/24)
Time: 12:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
Bridge
Join us for a fun afternoon playing bridge.
We welcome all bridge players; new and
experienced, ready to have fun and play the
game.
Days: Thursdays (No Bridge 9/4 & 11/28)
Time: 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
TGIF Pinochle
Our devoted pinochle group plays every
Friday. Refreshments are provided.
Dates: Fridays (No Pinochle 9/5, 11/28, & 12/26)
Time: 12:45 p.m. (sharp) – 3 p.m.
Cost: $1
NOTE: Tournaments are held third Friday of each month. ($3 Entry Fee)
AAA Driver’s Safety Class
American Driving Services is accepting
reservations for its refresher course on
defensive driving skills. The course gives
practical guidance for traffic accident
prevention and enhances driver safety and
confidence. Successful course completion
qualifies drivers 55 years of age and
over for automobile insurance premium
discounts. Check with your insurance
agent for the amount and duration of the
discount. To register for the class, please
mail the fee ($18.00 per person), send
checks only, payable to American Driving
Services, P.O. Box 66681, Seattle, WA
98166-0681. Your fee is non-refundable,
but is transferable to another class at
any of our locations. You will receive a
confirmation letter with the details by
mail or email. Call us at 206.243.3564
if you have additional questions.
Registration must be postmarked by
Sept. 9. Registration Deadline: Monday,
September 9
Date: Tuesday, September 16
Times: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $18
Location: Fife Community Center
Comfort Keepers Lectures
Home Organization & Downsizing
Date: Friday 10/3/14
Time: 10:30 a.m.
How to Protect Yourself from Schemes and
Scams. You must be registered.(@ least 10
registered participants)
Date: Friday 10/24
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate
Coming in January
Senior Shortcuts
Coming in January
55+ Adult Programs
Foot Care
Services provided by Catholic Community
Services Long Term Care System. Call to
schedule an appointment (253) 579-6000.
Cost on sliding scale.
Dates: 10/13, 12/8
LAFF Aquatic Exercise Program
Look on page 22 for details.
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55+ Adult Trips
55+ Adult Trips
Meet at Fife Community Center for trips.
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
There are only a few steam-powered railroads
remaining in the Northwest and we are
visiting one today. Our trip includes traveling
through the forested foothills of Mt. Rainier,
transporting yourself back in time and
watching a civil war reinactment. So come
aboard and enjoy the ride. Lunch on your own
at Elbe Train Station.
Deadline: September 15, 2014
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014
Times: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $35.00
Northwest Trek & Winery
Come experience the Pacific Northwest’s
premier wildlife and adventure park. The
day will start off with a beautiful self-guided
walking tour on a paved path before riding on
a 50-minute naturalist-guided tram tour. See
bison, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain
goats and more. After a morning of excitement
we are off to relax at King 5’s Best of Western
Washington, Rainier view Winery and Nursery
for some wine tastings. Admission for
Northwest Trek included.
Deadline: September 23, 2014
Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Times: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00
Cost: $35.00
Mystery Trip
We are off to get into the Season Spirit. This
will sure keep you guessing all the way SOUTH!
So come along and see where your adventure
awaits…Lunch on your own.
Deadline: October 3, 2014
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2014
Times: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
Cinebarre Theatre
This unique theater is in the heart of Issaquah.
Choose the movie you want to see, head on
down to that theatre room, and order lunch
and treats from your seat. Food and drinks
delivered to you throughout the movie. Price
includes transportation and movie ticket (if you
want to see a 3D movie you will need to pay the
additional fee). Lunch on your own.
Deadline: November 3, 2014
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2014
Times: 11:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $25.00
Tulalip Casino & Seattle Premium
Outlet’s
Shop ‘til you drop or play the slots! This trip
has the best of both worlds. We are heading
North to shop at the famous outlets or just
play and walk around the beautiful Tulalip
Casino. Remember, Christmas is just around
the corner, might as well cross another name
off your list.
Deadline: November 13, 2014
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Times: 9 a.m. .-4 p.m.
Cost: $30.00
55+ Adult Trips
Fantasy Lights Trip
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is pleased
to present the 19th Annual “Fantasy Lights at
Spanaway Park,” which is the largest holiday
drive-through display around. It features over
300 displays and thousands of sparkling lights.
The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway
Lake has become a memorable lakeside
tradition for the entire Fife Family. We will
enjoy a great meal prior to the drive at Farrelli’s
and a little Holiday Treat for dessert on the
ride. Dinner will be on your own.
Deadline: Monday, December 8
Date: Thursday, December 11
Times: 4:45 – 8 p.m.
Cost: $15
Molbak’s
Molbak’s will sure get you into the holiday
spirit, when you walk into this winter-time
paradise. Grab your walking shoes and
stroll through dozens of greenhouses filled
with varieties of plants, flowers, and holiday
arrangements. Finish some last minute
shopping at the gift shop, grab your free
Danish Kringle and coffee, and enjoy the café
for lunch.
Deadline: December 12, 2014
Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2014
Times: 9 a.m. .-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00
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Community Service Programs
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Fife History Museum
Located in the former home of Louis Dacca
hosting rotating exhibits. Free admission.
Hours: Wed. 12:00-4:30 p.m.,
Fri. 10-4:30, Sat. 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Call for Tours & Special Times: (253) 896-2593
Women, Infant, & Children Services
(WIC)
The FCC & SeaMar Community Health
Center have joined forces to provide
pregnant women, infants and children
with supplemental food and basic health
care. In order to be eligible, a client must
meet the income guidelines and have
a medical or nutritional risk which the
WIC staff will help determine. You must
make an appointment in order to be seen.
WIC Office: (253) 926-8767 or www.doh.
wa.gov/cfh/wic/
Dates:M/T/W/Th & 1st, 3rd, 4th, Friday of each month
Times: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
By appointment only
Public Access Computers
The Fife Community Center has two
computers available for public use. The
computers are closely monitored and are
restricted to appropriate use.
Days: Monday to Friday
Times: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dacca Park
2820 54th Avenue East
(253) 896-8652 or jryan@cityoffife.org
Dacca Park is a beautiful and scenic area
with four fields for softball and baseball,
a basketball court, sand volleyball court,
concession stand, play equipment, and
track. In the fall the baseball fields are
converted to soccer fields. Combine these
attributes with ample free parking, direct
freeway access, clean restrooms, and
competitive rental pricing, Dacca Park is
perfect for your next sporting event! The
park can also be used for special events,
such as car shows and festivals.
2111 54th Avenue East
(253) 922-0900 or jryan@cityoffife.org
The Fife Community Center offers a large
banquet room that can be divided by solid
partitions into three separate rooms. Each room
has its own air-conditioning and heating as well
as its own individual and unique features: Room
One has a fireplace, Room Two has a stage. We
also offer a spacious kitchen that has back door
access which is perfect for catering services to use.
Capacity is 225, call for competitive pricing.
Weddings & Parties
Call 253-922-0900 for more information!
Book Your Event Today!
Summer bookings are extremely popular.
Be sure to book one now to ensure your
event while openings remain!
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100% of surveyed users
rated their overall
experience renting the
Fife Community Center
as Good to Excellent! Call
today & schedule a viewing
for your next meeting or
special event!
Corporate Events & Birthdays
Fife Community Center Rental
Fife Community Center
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Aquatic Information & Programs
Party Rental Package
Includes (20 Person Max):
Facility for private usage, 2 lifeguards,
coordinator, pool toys, decorations, cake
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturdays
$275 plus tax
Pass Rates
Free admittance to general swims
12-Month/3-Month Pass
(Tax Not Included)
Adult
Senior
Youth
Family
Resident
Non Res.
$270/$85
$225/$70
$225/$70
$450/$150
$315/$100
$270/$85
$270/$85
$550/$170
Pool Hours
Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday Saturday 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
4:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Pool Closures
Labor Day Weekend 8/30-9/1
Veteran’s Day
11/11
Thanksgiving
11/27-30
Closed for Pool Remodel- 12.1-1/4
Drop-In Swim Costs
Adult (13-59)
Senior (60+)
Youth (-12)
Family*
*Limit 10 People
$3.50
$3.00
$3.00
$8.50
Punch Pass 15 for 14
Adult (13-59)
$49.00
Senior (60+)
$42.00
Youth (-12)
$42.00
Aquatic Exercise
The LAFF group
This local group of seniors get together for
“LAFF” Low Aquatic Fitness and Fun. Drop
in or call Dolores, (253) 517-3782 for more
information.
Days:M/W/F
Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available on a very
limited basis. The cost is $25 per 30-minute
lesson. Private Lessons are scheduled based
on instructor availability. Please check at
the front desk for availability.
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Pool Phone: (253) 922-7665
Aquarobics
This is a high-powered, extended cardio
workout designed for people of all fitness
levels. A water exercise program designed to
work every major muscle group. Aquarobics
challenges your mind and body, utilizes
cutting-edge concepts and the natural
resistance of water, which is 12x that of air.
Call 425-894-0045 for more.
Days:M/F
Time: 7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
Days: T/Th
Time: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Days: Saturday
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
September 2-November 26
Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs Classes
Session Dates
Register By
Sept 8-Oct 2
Sept 3
Oct 6-Oct 30
Oct 1
Nov 3-Nov 26
No Class 11/11, 11/27
Oct 1
*10:00 a.m. on T & Th only
**Parent-tot at 11:30 a.m.
on M/W
**Youth Classes only at
11:30 a.m. on T /Th
Evening Times
4:40 p.m. – 5:10 p.m.
5:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
5:50 p.m. – 6:20 p.m.
6:25 p.m. – 6:55 p.m.
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Lesson Fees
Fall sessions are 8-class sessions:
• $42.00 for residents
• $50.00 for non-residents
Sessions with holidays or closures will be
prorated or adjusted accordingly.
Registration
Registration can be done in person, or
over the phone. Payment is due in full at
(Parent-tot: at 5:50 p.m.)
the time of registration, and can be made
by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard.
Saturday Classes
Session Dates
Register By
Sept 13-Nov 15
10 Lesson Session
Sept 10
Weekend Times
9:40 – 10:10 a.m.
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
10:50 – 11:20 a.m.
11:25 – 11:55 a.m.*
*Parent-tot: at 9:40 & 11:25 a.m.
Refunds
Refunds will only be issued if requested
prior to the registration deadline ($5
handling cost will be charged). Make-up
classes are not available.
(253) 922-7665
Morning Times
10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. *
10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. **
Registration Information
Registration for ALL sessions begins
August 11, 2014, on a “first come, first
serve” basis. Please note that each session
has its own registration deadline.
Fife Swim School Fife Swim School Lesson Schedule
Lessons Offer:
• Safe and Caring Instruction
• Disciplined Learning
Environment
• Good physical exercise that
kids need
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Fall Swim Schedule
Fall Swim Schedule
September 2-November 26
Fife Swim Center Weekly Calendar
Programs
Lap
Swim
Monday
Swim
Lessons
Aqua
Aerobics
Swim
Teams
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Lap Swim
(Mornings)
5:30 a.m. - 5:30 a.m. - 5:30 a.m. 1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
5:30 a.m.1 p.m.
5:30 a.m. 1 p.m.
10 a.m. 3 p.m.
Lap Swims
(Evening)
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:30
Closed
Closed
Tot - Swim
Public
Swims
Tuesday
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:30
9-10 a.m.
9-10 a.m.
Afternoon
Noon 1 p.m.
Noon 1 p.m.
Noon 1 p.m.
Noon 1 p.m.
Noon 1 p.m.
Noon 3 p.m.
Evening
7:30-8:30
7:30-8:30
7:30-8:30
7:30-8:30
Closed
Closed
for Rental
Swim Lessons
(Mornings)
10:30 Noon
10:00 Noon
10:30 Noon
10:00 Noon
Swim Lessons
(Evening)
4:30-7:30
4:30-7:30
4:30-7:30
4:30-7:30
Aquarobics
(Mornings)
7:15-8:15
Aquarobics
(Evening)
9:30 Noon
7:15-8:15
7:15-8:15
8:30-9:30
7:15-8:15
LAFF (A.M.)
9-10
10-11
9-10
10-11
9-10
10-11
FAST-Fife Area
Swim Team
(P.M.)
4:30-7:15
4:30-7:15
4:30-7:15
4:30-7:15
4:30-7:00
FHS Girls HS
Swim Team
2:45-4:30
2:45-4:30
2:45-4:30
2:45-4:30
2:45-4:30
Blue Wave
Aquatics
(Masters) (P.M.)
8:15-9:15
8:15-9:15
8:15-9:15
6:00-7:00
Swim Schedule Definitions Fife Swim Center Phone: 253-922-7665
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Recreational Swims: Children under 7 must be accompanied by adult in water at all times.
Lap Swims: Lap lanes are set aside for adult lap swimming & general adult exercise.
Tot – Swim: Parents and children 6 and under. Teaching Pool only. Cost $1.00/person.
Dacca
Wedge
Colburn Centennial Fountain
Hylebos
5-Acre
Park
Playground
Equipment
Historic Feature
Basketball Court
Trails
Picnic Area
Handicap
Accessible
Restrooms
City Park Information
City parks are open year-round from dawn to dusk.
Parking
Off-Leash Pet
Area
To view a map of the parks, visit www.cityoffife.org
Wedge Park
5920 Valley Ave E
Opened in 2005, this
neighborhood park is a very
popular gathering place.
Amenities include a basketball
court, climbing rocks, play
structures, and gazebo for an
array of age groups.
Fountain Memorial
2001 54th Avenue
The Park was named after
the historic Fife fountain
that resides next to it. The
park links Fife's other civic
buildings, including the Fife
Community Center, Swim
Center, and Fire Station.
Colburn Park
5506 20th St E
Built in the mid-1990's, this
park is adjacent to the Fife
Swim Center. Colburn Park
has a nice picnic area for
families as well as swings and
playground equipment. The
playground is a great place to
play either before or after a
swim at the pool.
Hylebos Nature Area
6125 8th Street East
The City acquired this 15
acre site along Hylebos Creek
through County and Federal
grants. The property was
developed as an important
habitat restoration project.
This site is a great addition
to our growing park system,
providing citizens a place to
enjoy nature.
5 Acre Park
6335 Radiance Blvd E
Reserve the Picnic Shelter for
your special event! For more
information about reserving
the Picnic Shelter, call (253)
922-0900 or visit our website.
Dacca Park
2820 54th Ave E
The largest park in Fife, Dacca
has three softball fields, one
baseball field, a basketball
court, three tennis courts, a
sand volleyball court, football/
soccer field, track, children’s
playground, habitat ponds, off
leash dog area and a restroom
/concession building.
Athletic fields are
available on a rental basis.
For info call:
(253) 896-8652.
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CITY OF FIFE
PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES
ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM/EMERGENCY FORM
Participant Name________________________________ M/F____ Date of Birth _______
Emergency Contact/Parent Name ______________________________ M/F___________
Address
City _________ Zip Code __________
Work Phone
Cell Phone _______________________
E-Mail Address ____________________________________________________________
Additional Emergency Contact _________________________ Phone ________________
Class or Activity Title
Start Date/Time
Course #
Reg. Fee
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
TOTAL Amount Due $ ________
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
I do hereby agree to indemnify, release, and hold the City of Fife, its officers, employees, agents, harmless from and against any and
all liability for any injury, damage, or death arising out of or in any way connected with participating in any Fife sponsored activities.
I understand that Fife will provide no insurance and that I am responsible for the cost of treatment for any injury to me. Furthermore,
if I have treatment for any physical ailments or conditions which might affect my health by participating in the activity, I have consulted my personal physician or medical authority and have received his/her approval to participate.
I give my permission to have my photo or the photo of my child taken during classes used for publicity purposes by the City of Fife.
______________________________________________
Signature of Participant
_________________________
Date
______________________________________________
Emergency Contact: Guardian (if participant is under 18)
________________________
Date
Make checks to: City of Fife
City of Fife
Recreation Program
2111 54th Ave E
Fife, WA 98424
Center: 253-922-0900
Fax: 253-896-8655
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