AUGUST 2023

As we enter our last month of summer, we look back on everything we’ve done so far. We’ve learned about the process of filmmaking in our Summer Documentary Program. We’ve taken on new skills in bushcraft, naturalist art, and we learned about ancient practices in our nature camps. We’ve mixed our own songs and jammed with bands at our music camps. The Center gym has been bustling with our group fitness classes and customized training sessions. We’ve even started back up our summer BBQs! 

We look forward to the rest of the summer, with our Backpacking Trip in the Sierra Nevadas, Hidden Villa camps and campout, and the Riekestra Welcome Back concert happening on August 17th! Hoping to see you all at the Center soon and wishing everyone a Happy August!

Join us on Tuesday, September 12th at the Guild Theatre for Life Lessons Through Sports! Embark on an engaging dialogue with acclaimed sportscaster, Ted Robinson, and a captivating panel of diverse individuals as they delve into the profound influence of sports on their personal journeys and the lives of those around them. Discover the powerful stories and transformative experiences that sports have gifted them, and be a part of this enriching conversation.

Riekestra Welcome Home Concert + Creative Arts Recital on Thursday, August 17th at 6 PM!



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End of Summer Experiences!

Congratulations to Riekes alumnus Henry Solomon! Henry performed with the band HAIM this past weekend at Levi's Stadium for over 60,000 people as they opened for Taylor Swift The Era’s Tour! Check out Henry's saxophone solo!

We want to send a big shout out to the Athletic Fitness Departments summer staff. Thank you Calvin, Marshawn, Sydney, Robby, Brandon, and DeShawn! Also, we want to welcome our two new fitness coaches, Jared and Cherene!

Riekes throwback photos throughout the decades!

Nebraska, 1963 – In honor of Henry Solomon’s performance on The Era’s Tour stage this past weekend, we wanted to share a photo of Gary [fourth from left] playing saxophone, an instrument both Gary and Henry shared love for!

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