2012
Keller Parks & Recreation Special Events Guide
Parks and Recreation Administration 1100 Bear Creek Parkway PO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4050 F 817.743.4193 w w w.ke l le r pa r k s a nd re c . o rg The Keller Pointe 405 Rufe Snow Drive PO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4386 F 817.743.4355 w w w. kel le rp a rk sa n d re c . o rg Senior Actvities Center 660 Johnson Rd PO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4370 F 817.743.4374 w w w.ke l le r pa r k s a nd re c . o rg
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Enjoy Community, Family and Friends at free or low-cost events
Fishing For Fun
Keller Family Camp Out
Bear Creek Park Pond January 21 • February 25 • June 9 9:00 am - 11:30 am Fishing is free for anglers 16 and under, make sure to bring your gear
Bear Creek Park • May 19 -20 6:00 pm - 9:00 am Bring the whole family and sleep under the stars. Pre-registration is required $5 per person
Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart Ball
The Keller Pointe • February 4 Recommended for daughters ages 4 - 12 Dance 1 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Dance 2 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm $16 per couple, $8 for each add’l daughter
Valentine’s Night Out The Keller Pointe • February 11 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Ages 8 to 13 D.J playing music, open swim, fun, games. $10 per participant
Ho’oilo Luau
The Keller Pointe • February 25 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Swimming, hula hooping, and sand castle building $10 per family, $5 Individual
Underwater Egg Hunt The Keller Pointe • March 24 9:00 am - 11:30 am • Ages 12 and under Egg hunts: 9:05-9:20 Ages 4 and under 9:25-9:40 Ages 5-8 Years 9:45-10:05 Ages 9-12 Years 10:05-11:30 All swim and Crafts Pre-registration required $10 per participant in advance, $14 per participant the day of event, space permitting
Memorial Day Games The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • May 28 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
MasterWorks Series
Keller Town Hall Back Patio • 7:00pm - 8:00pm March 28-Limelight (High Energy Variety) April 25-Hickory Hill, (Bluegrass) May 23-BluPrint (R&B, Classic Rock, Jazz) June 27- Ke Anuenue (Polynesian Dance) July 25-Wayanay Inka (Peruvian Andes) Enjoy FREE concerts by a variety of artists
Games, competitions, prizes, swimming. Free to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members
Rec Expo
The Keller Pointe • April 7 12:00pm - 3:00pm Come learn about our summer programs while gaining free admission to The Keller Pointe as well as Bounce Houses and games.
Trash Bash
Bear Creek Park Pavilion April 14 • 9:00 am - noon September 8 • 9:00 am -noon Bring out a group of friends and help clean local streets
The Keller Pointe • June 17 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm All Dads FREE when accompanied by a child.
4th of July Spectacular The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool• July 4 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Swimming, games, music, and fun Free to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members
Mother/Son ‘I Scream’ Social
The Keller Pointe • July 8 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Enjoy swimming and ice cream for Moms and sons only $5 per person
Pack the Pool
Tree-Mendous Spring Egg Scramble Bear Creek Park • March 31 9:30 am - 11:30 am Children 11 and under are welcome to the FREE annual Egg Hunt Egg Hunts 9:30 Ages 0-1 9:40 Ages 2-3 9:50 Ages 4-5 10:00 Ages 6-8 10:10 Ages 9-11
Father’s Day Games
The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool July 11 & 25 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Swimming, music, and fun Free - All participants
Family Fun Films
Johnson Road Park • June 1, 8, 15, and 22 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm FREE - Come enjoy your favorite movies
Birthday Bash
The Keller Pointe • June 9 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 8th Annual Birthday Bash, give-aways, bounce houses, live music, free food and much more. Free - The Keller Pointe Members Only
Labor Day Games
The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • September 3 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Games, competitions, prizes, swimming Free to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members
Concerts in the Park
Bear Creek Park • 8:00pm - 10:00pm June 16 - Blaze of Glory (Bon Jovi Tribute) July 21 - Me & My Monkey (Beatles Tribute) August 18 - The Wonders (Variety) FREE - Music in the park Bring your blanket and lawn chairs
For Updated Information, Schedules and Tickets,Visit Us at kellerparksandrec.org
Doggie Dunk
The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • September 8 9:00 am - 10:30am - 30 pounds and under 10:45 am - 12:15 am - 31 pounds and up Swimming and contests for your favorite K9 $5 per dog in advance, $10 per dog the day of event, space permitting
Rock the Park
Bear Creek Park • September 29 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Join us for our largest event of the year. Craft booths, stage entertainment, food vendors, children activities, and much more! FREE!!!
Pumpkin Splash
The Keller Pointe Indoor Pool • October 26 6:00pm - 9:00pm Join us in our floating pumpkin patch Pre-registration requred. Ages 12 and under $10 per participant in advance, $14 per participant the day of event, space permitting
Holiday Shopping in Canton November 2 7:00am - 6:00pm Join us as we head to Canton Trade Days. You will be able to store and transport your purchased items aboard the bus and relax on the way home. $35.00 per person. Register Early at The Keller Pointe.
Celebration of Crafts
The Keller Pointe • November 10 9:00am - 5:00pm 3rd Annual Arts and Crafts Bazaar. A perfect opportunity for some early holiday shopping. Entry is 1 can food item to be donated to The Community Storehouse
Haunted Trails
Holly Days
Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle
Breakfast with Santa
Big Bear Creek Greenbelt • October 27 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Head down the haunted trail but beware! May be too scary for some children $5 for adults, $3 for 12 & under
Johnson Road Park • October 28 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Kids 11 & under can enjoy the haunted playground, carnival games and candy FREE!!!
Keller Town Center • November 30 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Activities will include lighting of the community tree, Santa’s arrival, two-lane tubing hill, gingerbread house decorating, stage entertainment, arts & crafts, and more! FREE!!!
The Keller Pointe • December 1 8am-9am, 9am-10am, 10am-11am. Children can take a picture with Santa and have fun with arts & crafts. Breakfast is provided by McDonald’s. $10 per particpant.
Holiday Yard Decorating Contest
Enter by December 7 at Keller Town Hall Judging will take place December 10 - 16 FREE - Show your holiday spirit by decorating your business, street, subdivision or house 2012 Theme: Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Special Events Guide
Keller Senior Activities Center Special Events
Overnight Trip to Choctaw Casino
Thursday, January 26 - Friday, January 27 Travel to OK and try your luck on the slots. Price includes hotel, $20 casino credit, and discount at buffet.
6th Annual Chili and Cornbread Cook-Off
Thursday, February 23rd - 5:00pm Bring in your best chili and cornbread! To enter please stop by or call the KSAC. Prizes will be awarded for Best Chili and Best Cornbread. People with entries eat for FREE!
Nashville Show Trip
April 15 - April 21 6 night motor coach trip includes 10 meals, shows at The Grand Ole Opry and Nashville Nightlife, Dinner Theater, and admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
Thursday, April 26th - 5:00pm Celebrate with a Fajita Dinner and Live Mariachi Band.
Memorial Day Cookout
Friday, May 25 - 12:00pm Join us as we have a hot dog and hamburger cookout in honor of Memorial Day.
July 4th Cookout
Monday, July 2nd - 12:00pm Join us for a good old-fashioned cook out to celebrate Independence Day.
5th Annual PastaPalooza and Silent Auction
Thursday, July 26th - 6:00pm All proceeds benefit the KSAC. Seating will begin at 6pm ***This event is open to the entire community***
Annual Pie Bake Off
Friday, August 24th - 12:00pm Bake your best pie and join us for lunch. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Murder Mystery Dinner
Thursday, October 25th - 6:00pm Join us for a catered dinner to figure out who committed a murder, open to everyone 18 years of age or older.
Veteran’s Day Lunch
Friday, November 9th - 12:00pm Honor our Veterans with a luncheon and special patriotic entertainment.