Found 11 blog entries tagged as Columbia River.

Is Kennewick a Nice Place to Live?

Is Kennewick a Nice Place to Live?Yes, Kennewick is a nice place to live. Kennewick, Washington is an amazing place to live. With its beautiful landscapes, abundant outdoor activities, and vibrant community, it's no wonder why so many people have chosen to call this city home. In Kennewick, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities no matter the season. From running or biking along the trails at Columbia Park or basking in the sunshine at Clover Island, there are plenty of ways to take advantage of the great outdoors. During the summertime, visitors can even enjoy a swim at one of Kennewick's many public swimming pools or attend one of the many festivals held downtown.

The city also offers a thriving local culture with diverse restaurants and…

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2023 Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia River, September 1-3, 2023

2021Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia RiverLabor Day weekend, Howard Amon Park in Richland will host the Tumbleweed Music Festival.  3 days of great acoustic music on the banks of the Columbia River.  This year's theme is "Dear Friends."  All events are free except for the Saturday Evening Concert and Sunday Contra Dance Fundraisers.  Five outdoor stages featuring 99+ different acts, an open mic stage, an indoor dance floor, 30+ workshops, food & craft vendors, and online performance & workshops.  

Three Rivers Folklife Society has put on the Tumbleweed Music Festival every year the festival will be celebrating its annual festival. Bring the whole family out and enjoy some…

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The 2023 57th Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River & Water Follies July 28-30, 2023 in Kennewick's Tri-Cities WA

50th Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River 2015About the Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River | Water Follies 
The 2023 HAPO Columbia Cup will mark the 57th time Unlimited Hydroplanes have raced on the Columbia River. This year’s event, like the inaugural in 1966, will most likely have 12 Unlimiteds in attendance. But the modern Unlimited Hydroplane has very little in common with those first boats that churned the waters of the Columbia River. The hydroplanes of today are almost more plane than hydro. They are thirty-foot long; 7,000-pound wings that glide over the water with only the bare minimum of the boat making contact with the river.…

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Kayak the Hanford Reach on the Columbia RiverKayak the Hanford Reach | Friday, August 28 | Did you know the Hanford Reach is the last free-flowing stretch of the Columbia River in the United States? It is home to a variety of animals including waterfowl, fish and wildlife. The White Bluffs has a fossil record which extends back more than two million years. Kayak this magnificent section of the Columbia and witness the breath taking scenery as we paddle from the Vernita Bridge, through the White Bluffs to the old ferry landing. Trip includes transportation, guides, shuttle and kayaks. Please bring lunch/snacks, sunscreen and water.

Details:
Date: August 28, 2015 | Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Registration Deadline: August 26, 2015 | Location: Meet at Richland Community Center Parking Lot | Address:…

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28th Annual River of Fire Festival in Columbia Park, Kennewick, WashingtonThe Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce invites you to next year's 29th Annual River of Fire Festival, presented by Hapo Community Credit Union, scheduled to take place July 4th in Columbia Park Kennewick, Washington.

River of Fire Festival
Enjoy live entertainment while your kids 12 and under go to the Kid's Zone. Sample the fabulous food from different vendors. The cost of admission this year was $8.00 per car load to the greatest fireworks show in Washington.

The 29th Annual River of Fire Festival, is an event of the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce. The largest fireworks display in South Eastern Washington took place on the Columbia River! Don't miss out on being a part of this wonderful day-long fun family oriented event next year!…

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Tri Cities Wa Lighted Boat ParadeTri Cities Wa Lighted Boat Parade on the Columbia River this weekend December 4th and 5th from 6:00 to 9:00 in the evening.  Bring your warm clothes and (hopefully) stand next to a warm fire or friend and enjoy the parade.  We have a home on the Columbia River and the Lighted Boat Parade has been a holiday highlight for us as a family. 

Event Route Details

Christmas Lighted Boat Parade will travel up river on the Kennewick side along Columbia Park. At around 7:30 in the evening they will turn around at the far end of Howard Amon Park in Richland and travel back down river on the same course. They will arrive back at Clover Island and make an additional loop for everyone on the island before heading back into the Clover Island Marina at around 9:00…

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Well, it's about time! We have 5 children and have spent too much time commuting to North Richland for WSU and North Richland grade schools. We've decided to put our 3500 sq ft house on the market starting at $500,000. Many, many upgrades can be read here. Pictures of this home and river views can be seen here...

Columbia river property

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Tri Cities WA: 13th Strongest Economy
The Tri Cities WA was recently ranked as the 13th strongest metropolitan economy. A recent report put out by Policom Corp studied 366 metropolitan areas and ranks them based on 23 distinctive economic factors over a 20 year time frame. These 23 factors include earnings, jobs, and wages in the areas of retail, farm jobs, non-farm jobs. Since 2009 the Tri Cities has been making a steady climb towards their present position of 13. In 2009 the Tri Cities was ranked 125th, in 2010 their ranking was 70th, and in 2011, 35th. The Tri Cities current placing has been accredited to having a very strong economy due to its ability to weather the recent recession.

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The Tri Cities is located in southeastern…

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One of the few homes available on the Lake in Badger Mountain Village, this 2049 sq ft beauty enjoys all the benefits of a master planned community. Sit on your back porch and enjoy the peace and serenity of the lake in your private backyard. Beautiful home with granite countertops, tile flooring, lots of storage, and an open floor plan. Upstairs is a large room with private full bath and perfect as a 2nd master, guest suite, or workout room. Enjoy great Richland schools, easy freeway access, and plenty of great shopping. Recreation includes miles of bike paths along the Columbia River and Richland's many parks.

The asking price is $250.00 If you would like to view this home, please email us or call us,- 509.438.9344 We would love to be of service…

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Tri-Cities - Christmas Lighted Boat Parade In Kennewick, WashingtonChristmas is right around the corner and that means many people in Tri Cities Washington start planning for Christmas parties and getting out the box of Christmas decorations. Every year our family has a tradition of watching the lighted boat parade with friends a family. This year make plans to enjoy the lighted boat parade with family and friends or maybe just that one special person. The lighted boat parade is an annual event that takes place every year along the shores of the Columbia River.

Details of the Lighted Boat Parade
This year the parade will be on December 5 and 6, 6:00pm-9:00pm. The boats begin at Clover Island in Kennewick Washington and go down to Howard Amon Park before heading back to Clover Island. An awards party will take place…

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