P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N Forney of City SUMMER 2024 ACTIVITY GUIDE SUMMER 2024 ACTIVITY GUIDE
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KYLE ROUVALDT
Director of Parks and Recreation
krouvaldt@forneytx gov
MEET THE ADMIN STAFF
DAVID HOKETT
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
dhokett@forneytx.gov
D O D I E W I T T
Sports Manager
dwitt@forneytx.gov
RICKY HOELSCHER
Special Events Coordinator
rhoelscher@forneytx.gov
RANDY KENNEDY
Youth Baseball/Softball Sports Coordinator
rkennedy@forneytx.gov
June 15th: Mustang Creek Music and Arts Festival
June 22nd: Juneteenth Event
June 29th: Independence Day Celebration
Sep 28th: Brews on Bois D' Arc
Oct 3rd: National Night Out
Oct 28th: Halloween Event
Nov 12th: Veterans Day Car Show
Dec 5th: Bell Park Tree Lighting
Dec 7th: Christmas on Main
Dec 31st: New Year's Eve Ball Drop
*Event schedule is subject to change
Event Schedule 2024
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The City of Forney strives to work with residents, businesses, area organizations, schools, religious institutions, and other entities in the provision of special events that are well-coordinated, safe and enjoyable.
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Summer Activities
Movies in the Park
Gather your family and friends, pack your blankets and chairs, and join us for a fun-filled evening under the stars! Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to enjoy some quality time with your loved ones, while watching a movie in a beautiful outdoor setting Outside food and drinks are allowed The next Movie in the Park will be on June 14th (at dusk) at the Spellman Amphitheater (241 Farm to Market 548) The movie will be Jesus Revolution
Mobile Rec
This summer, let's get those kiddos off the couch and into the sunshine! Our local parks are buzzing with mobile recreation activities designed just for kids. Join us for a season of fun and adventure with games, crafts, sports, and more Whether your child loves to paint, play ball, or explore, we’ve got something for everyone The events will take place on June 11th and June 25th at Mustang Creek Park (located on the south side of Longhorn Drive between Bowie Street and Wandering Drive) and Heritage Hill Park (at the corner of Heritage Hill Drive and FM 740 North)
Franco Racquet Sports
Forney Parks and Recreation has partnered with Franco Racquet Sports to offer tennis and pickleball lessons for all ages and skill levels From children to adults, they teach everyone! Whether you ' ve never stepped on a tennis court before or you ' re a highperformance junior, Franco Tennis Academy is here to help you learn, stay active, improve, and have fun Learn more and sign up at francoracquetsports com
Dino Day
Get ready for the Second Annual Dino Day an epic adventure for kids aged 3-12 with no registration needed! Join us on June 18th from 9 AM to 11 AM at the Community Park Sand Volleyball Court for fun and educational activities, including fossil digs and photo ops It's a free event where kids can meet new friends and fellow dinosaur enthusiasts. Bring your little explorers for a dino-mite day filled with adventure and fun while supplies last!
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Summer Events
Mustang Creek Music and Arts Festival
The City of Forney and 301 Productions are proud to announce the"Mustang Creek Music and Arts Festival!" The Mustang Creek Music and Arts Festival strives to spotlight artists of all mediums from the Greater Kaufman and Hunt County area Since the 1870s, people have settled in the area once known as "Brooklyn, TX," thanks to its serendipitous positioning at the intersection of Buffalo Creek and Mustang Creek These two creeks provided a fertile stretch of blackland prairie that the early settlers used to entice the Missouri Pacific, Union Pacific, and Texas and Pacific Railroads into running rail lines through the area The community has grown well beyond the original Brooklyn settlement, now sitting a convenient 21 miles east of Dallas Forney continues to draw new residents looking to put down roots thanks to our safe neighborhoods, schools, and parks We hope to create a community for local songwriters, musicians, artisans, crafters, and creators of all types. This festival will provide a much-needed platform for artisans and artists in the area to showcase their abilities.
Date and Time
June 15th, 2024, 1 pm-10 pm Location: Main St & Bois d’Arc St Downtown Forney, Texas 75126
For more information, visit forneytx gov/mustangcreek
Juneteenth at the Spellman
The City of Forney proudly presents Juneteenth at the Spellman! Join us on June 22, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Spellman Amphitheater
Experience a day filled with music, food, and fun as we celebrate and commemorate the historical significance of Juneteenth
This event offers a great opportunity to immerse yourself in African American history and culture while enjoying the backdrop of the beautiful outdoor setting at the Spellman Amphitheater Presented in collaboration with the Xi Delta Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc , this event is free to attend However, attendees are asked to register here: https://www eventbrite com/ /juneteenth-at-the-spellman
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration! Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the live music and festivities
For more information, visit forneytx gov/juneteenth
Independence Day Celebration
Join us for the Independence Day Celebration on June 29, 2024, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Forney Community Park, located at 241 S Farm to Market 548, Forney, TX 75126 This free event promises a fun-filled evening with live music, food trucks, bounce houses, games, and an incredible fireworks show starting at 9:30 PM near the main entrance and park building Remember, park entrances close at 9 PM, and charcoal grills and pets (excluding service animals) are not permitted. The Splash Pad will close at 8 PM. Parking fills up quickly, so arrive early and consider carpooling. Come early, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a fantastic evening of celebration and fireworks! For more information, visit forneytx gov/independenceday
Other News
Splash Pad Open for the Summer!
The splash pad at Community Park is now open for the summer! Enjoy daily from 10 AM to 8 PM, all the way through Labor Day weekend
Park Renovations
With most of the spring seasons concluding, we are in “project” mode This week, staff are aerating all of the game fields at Community Park, so please refrain from using them
The Mulberry Park baseball field enhancement project is coming along great! In the coming weeks, sod will be laid and new fencing will be installed on the fields Staff will also be installing a pump, to help drain the area in the future
The Community Park field expansion project is also continuing While the recent weather has slowed the project a little, our goal is still to have both complete and ready for the fall seasons!
Free Paper Shredding!
Got paper clutter? We've got the solution! Join us for a FREE Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, June 15th!
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Location: Forney Community Park, (241 S Farm to Market 548, Forney, TX 75126)
Securely dispose of your unwanted documents and protect your privacy This event for residents within Forney City Limits Proof of residence is required Up to 5 boxes per vehicle
Wiffle Ball!
Are you tired of watching your kids have all of the fun playing ball this spring? Are you sad the high school baseball/softball season is over? Well this summer, the Forney Parks and Recreation Department have you covered! We are excited to announce that this summer, Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Wiffle Ball League, open to ages 16 and up! Games will be played during the week at Community Park beginning July 1 and the league will operate under the AWA Wiffle Ball Rules The cost will be $65/team, with a maximum of 5 players per team Registration will close on June 17 For more information, rules and registration, please visit https://www forneytx gov/1122/9757/Forney-WiffleBall-League
Parks & Trails
BELL PARK: CORNER OF BOIS D' ARC STREET AND TRINITY STREET
FORNEY COMMUNITY PARK: 241 SOUTH FM 548
MULBERRY PARK: SOUTH BOIS D' ARC STREET ADJACENT TO WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL
HERITAGE HILL PARK: CORNER OF HERITAGE HILL DRIVE AND FM 740 NORTH
MUSTANG CREEK PARK: SOUTH SIDE OF LONGHORN DRIVE BETWEEN BOWIE STREET AND WANDERING DRIVE
HAMBLEN PARK: CORNER OF BOIS D' ARC STREET AND PACIFIC STREET
CABOOSE PARK: CORNER OF BOIS D' ARC STREET AND PACIFIC STREET
EASTSIDE PARK: CORNER OF AIMEE STREET AND BROAD STREET
PARK TRAILS: RIDGECREST AND LONGHORN
Park and Recreation Month
For nearly 40 years, we have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation This month is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers who maintain our country’s local, state and community parks
This year ' s theme “Where You Belong” celebrates the many ways park and recreation professionals across the country foster a sense of belonging in their community by providing welcoming and inclusive programs, essential services for all ages and abilities, and safe, accessible spaces to build meaningful connections.
We are so grateful to our amazing staff who work tirelessly to ensure our parks are in great shape and that our activities and events are enjoyable for all
Forney Rec Sports
This spring marked the inaugural season of Forney Rec Sports, our city-operated youth baseball and softball league Despite challenges with rain, it has been a fantastic season We are incredibly grateful to the kids, parents, coaches, umpires, and volunteers who made this possible Special thanks to our Rec Sports Coordinator, Randy Kennedy, for his hard work and dedication
Forney Recreational Sports (FRS) offers quality baseball and softball programs for boys and girls ages 3-14 in the Forney community. FRS also oversees adult soccer, softball, sand volleyball, cornhole, and tennis programs. Registration for the fall season will begin in July, so keep an eye out for upcoming registration details For more information, visit Forneytx gov/recsports
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