Sneak Learning into Virtual Spring Break Plans
As we continue to stay home in response to COVID-19, locals continue to look for unique ways to explore the outside world, teach their ‘new’ students at home and find balance in this (temporary) reality. Known as a popular family destination, The Tri-Cities region is offering a variety of ways to travel from home, and sneak in some education at the same time.
Sneak STEM into a Virtual Spring Break. Discover outer space (from home) with the help of scientists at the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory in Tri-Cities, designed to open the field of gravitational-wave astrophysics through the direct detection of gravitational waves predicted by Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity. Encourage students to search for constellations, gravitational waves, discover black holes and spark a curiosity in space that will last a lifetime. Learning resources include readings, games, videos and an app to track gravitational waves. For more information, visit www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/activities-try-home.
The Show Must Go On. The Academy of Children’s Theatre in Tri-Cities is offering new online programming. These free workshops and experiences are designed to help theater lovers stay connected, learning, creative, and supported during these several weeks. Programing includes the Play in a Weekend Contest (April 2 at 11a.m.), a chance for the entire family to create a play, film it and share it on Facebook and Directing with Emily Richman (April 4 at 11a.m.), a chance for want to be directors to learn all about the craft. Join through Facebook live broadcasts. For more information and to view a complete lineup of workshops visit the ACT Facebook and Instagram pages and the ACT website at www.academyofchildrenstheatre.org.
Stay Grounded with Yoga and Barre. Break up the day with yoga and barre hosted by the pros at Pura Vida Barre & Yoga. Free videos can be found online on the Pura Vida Barre & Yoga Facebook page or by creating a free VIMEO account. Practice solo or turn it into a P.E. class for the kiddos. For more information visit www.puravidabarreyoga.com.
About Visit Tri-Cities
Located in the heart of Washington Wine Country, the Tri-Cities - Kennewick, Pasco and Richland in southeastern corner of the state offers a sun-drenched retreat for exploration and rejuvenation. Nestled at the confluence of the Columbia and Snake Rivers with a desert climate, easy access to these mighty waterways provide world-class recreation, majestic natural beauty and irrigation for the world-class wineries – 200 within a one-hour drive. Visitors enjoy creature comforts at local hotels and spas, carefully crafted fare from local eateries and farmers markets, and award-winning golf courses. Hands-on history is accessible throughout the region, sharing the local perspective on international events like The Manhattan Project, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The Tri-Cities region by car, is three hours from Seattle and Portland, two hours from Spokane, and one hour from Walla Walla and Yakima. Arrive by Amtrak train and then bike or rideshare from Pasco’s Intermodal Station to a hotel or restaurant of choice. Fly into the Tri-Cities Airport, with direct flights to and from 10 major hubs. Discover the details at visittri-cities.com @Tri-CitiesWashington on Facebook @Tri-CitiesWA on Instagram and Twitter.
An artist’s illustration of two merging neutron stars. Learn all about space with resources provided by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory in Tri-Cities. Photo courtesy of Sonoma State University/A. Simonnet.