Summer 2023 Activity Menu

REC PASS

VIRTUAL GROUP FITNESS with

For all Rec Pass holders ages 12 yrs and up!*

• Now streaming in the Rec Center Aerobic Studio

• Drop in for one class or take them all

• Monthly Schedules online (see link below) or in person

*Access for ages 12 – 15 years only with an adult age 18 years or older. For more information, www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs

AT-HOME ADD-ON:

Log into your favorite workouts virtually, from home — or anywhere.

• FitnessOnDemand™ monthly subscription available with valid Auto Renew Rec Pass.

• $6 / per month

• Register in person at the front desk.

CHILDCARE

For children ages 6 months – 6 years

Childcare Areas are available as a benefit to adults participating in Open Play and registered activities.

Drop-in childcare is available during scheduled hours on a first-come, first-served basis with limited availability. Schedule is subject to change. A parent or legal guardian with a valid Rec Pass may access the Childcare Area service at no additional charge. For all other users, fees apply.

Prior to arrival: Review the Facility Rules and Guidelines.

Monday – Thursday 7 am – 12:30 pm 4 pm – 9 pm

Friday 7 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday 8 am – 1 pm

Per Visit

$4

10-Visit Punch Card

$30

$20 *Rec Pass Holders

View Childcare FAQs online: www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs

SCHEDULES & FAQs

Virtual Group Fitness

• Open Play

• Open Gym

View schedules, guidelines and FAQs online: www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs

JULYIS NATIONAL PARK AND REC MONTH

2023

SINCE 1985, Americans have celebrated July as National Park and Recreation Month. Check out the wide variety of July activities ranging from health and wellness to nature and community.

Name That Tune

Test your knowledge of music from different decades and earn a prize.

Senior Recreation Center

July 5, 12, 19, and 26

11 - 11:20 AM

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Sr Rec Center ID Required

Taste Test Tuesday

Name brand or generic?

Cast your vote in a blind taste study of top brand foods in the test kitchen.

Senior Recreation Center

July 11, 18, and 25

10:30 - 11:15 AM

Ages: 55 Yrs + Sr Rec Center ID Required

Craft Studio

Let your creativity flow while creating one-of-a-kind crafts.

Senior Recreation Center

July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

11 AM - 12 PM

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Sr Rec Center ID Required

Lawn Games

Grab your friends and head to the lawn for a friendly game inspired by the Victorian era. All equipment available for check-out inside the Welcome Center.

Brown House

July 5 - 8 – Croquet

July 11 - 15 – Croquet

July 18 - 22 – Badminton

July 25 - 29 – Badminton

10 AM - 5 PM

Ages: 3 Yrs +

Crafty Tuesdays and Thursdays

Spark ingenuity and create new crafts each Tuesday and Thursday. Crafts ongoing, come and go.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27

11 AM - 5 PM

Ages: 7 Yrs + Rec Pass Required

Frozen Fridays

Enjoy a frozen treat every Friday.

Senior Recreation Center

July 7, 14, 21, and 28

12 - 1:30 PM or until we run out

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Sr Rec Center ID Required

Grand Gardeners

Thyme to turnip the beet. Discover gardening essentials and proper plant upkeep from gardening enthusiasts and experts. Take home a new seedling or plant.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 10 and 24

12 - 2 PM

Ages: 7 Yrs + Rec Pass Required

Plant Talk with Parks

Gain valuable plant tips and tricks from Parks staff.

Senior Recreation Center

July 21

1 - 2 PM

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Sr Rec Center ID Required

Workout

Wednesdays

Power into health with a new fitness challenge each Wednesday.

Wylie Recreation Center

Senior Recreation Center

July 5, 12, 19, and 26

Ages: 12 Yrs +

Rec Pass Required

Healthy Beverage

Thursdays

Quench your thirst with healthy shake and drink recipes every Thursday in July.

Senior Recreation Center

July 6, 13, 20, and 27

11 AM - 1 PM

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Sr Rec Center ID Required

Gym Games

Recreate with friends and discover a variety of fun and entertaining sports, games, and activities.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 12, 19, and 26

3 - 5 PM

Ages: 7 - 14

Rec Pass Required

Blacklight Group Fitness

Get fit and glow during a special blacklightthemed fitness week. Join Boot Camp, Zumba, and Gentle Flow Yoga classes for a fun glow-in-the-dark twist. White and neon-colored clothing recommended.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 15 - 20

Ages: 13 Yrs +

Registration Required

Super Smash Tournament

Join the battle. Choose your character, compete in the Nintendo Switch tournament, and be the last one standing. Winner receives a prize.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 11

5 - 6:30 PM

Ages: 7 Yrs +

Rec Pass Required

Glow-In-The-Dark Virtual Group Fitness

Get your sweat and glow on! Stream your favorite workouts while glowing under the blacklights. White and neon-colored clothing recommended.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 15 - 20

Ages: 13 Yrs + Rec Pass Required

Parks and Recreation Bingo

Discover something new about Wylie recreation facilities, have fun, and fill out a bingo card to win a prize. Bingo cards can be picked up at each facility’s front desk. Park bingo cards are available at all facilities.

July 1 - 31

Freezer Monday

Treat yo’ self to some ice cream.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

2 - 3 PM or until we run out

Esports Tournament

Face off. Choose your sport and compete in the Nintendo Switch tournament. Be the last one standing. Winner receives a prize.

Wylie Recreation Center

July 25

5 PM - 6:30 PM

Ages: 7 Yrs + Rec Pass Required

SOCIAL MEDIA

Backyard with Parks

Wylie Rec Kids

Movie Trivia Challenge

Test your Hollywood film knowledge. Answer movie questions and guess the correct motion picture scene on our Facebook and Instagram page. Contest starts at 12 PM each day. First correct answer receives a prize.

July 6, 13, 20, and 27

Parks staff share tips and tricks on how to keep your lawn and plants happy and healthy throughout the Texas summer.

July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

What’s Up Rec?

Stay trendy. Don’t miss Wylie Parks and Recreation’s take on the most recent fun, kooky, and popular viral videos.

July 5, 12, 19, and 26

Tune in to our Facebook and Instagram and see how Wylie Recreation is making a difference in our summer campers lives.

July 11, 18, and 25

Our Great Parks Make A Mark

Did you know that Wylie has 40 parks? Discover new parks and get out and grab a breath of fresh air. Wylie Parks featured every Friday in July.

July 7, 14, 21, and 28

SPECIAL EVENTS

Art Your Walls

Reveal your inner artist. Enjoy a night out as you create your own masterpiece while bonding with family, expanding creativity, and making memories. Follow easy, step-by-step instructions that boost artistic confidence and enhance fine motor skills. Parent participation required. Register per person. Refreshments and materials provided. Dress to mess.

Ages: 6 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Keana Hinds

Where Community Grows

Sa 7/29 6 – 8 PM $25 / $19

Parent’s Night Out

Enjoy an evening out while your kids have fun at Wylie Rec. Active and organized activities increase social skills, boost creativity, and enhance motor skills. Activities include supervised crafts, games, rock climbing, pizza for dinner, and a movie. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing. If your child has dietary restrictions, please pack a dinner.

Ages: 4 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

Nerf Wars

Locked and loaded with foam darts. Discover proper Nerf safety, practice accuracy, and meet new friends. Play a variety of Nerf inspired games and activities. Bring a Nerf blaster that uses regular darts. All darts provided. Goggles required. A few available upon request.

Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

Ages: 7 – 8 Yrs

Wylie

Ages: 9 – 11 Yrs

Wylie

Ages: 12 – 14 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

Blacklight Pickleball

NEW! SIBLINGS 20% OFF

DISCOUNT for PARENT’S NIGHT OUT

The first registration pays full price. 20% discount for each additional sibling.

Glow on the court! Make memories, try something new, and enjoy an unforgettable night. Play under the black lights and challenge peers to a friendly game of pickleball. Bring a paddle, a few available upon request. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. White and neon-colored clothing recommended.

Ages: 16 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

SUMMER CAMPS

Mini Pokémon LEGO Engineering

Venture into the new world of Pokémon with LEGOs. Develop STEAM concepts, enhance teamwork skills, boost creativity, and improve communication. Grasp fundamental engineering concepts to build, capture, and program favorite characters, and construct the iconic S.S. Anne. Work with your peers and engineer classic Pokémon scenes including the trainer and character. Then challenge peers to friendly Pokémon battles.

Ages: 5 – 8 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well M

Wizarding World of LEGO Engineering

Build your favorite magical community using LEGO bricks. Solve STEM problems, inspire creativity, and enhance patience. Construct iconic shopping alleys, build a stadium to play a fan-favorite broom sport, and strengthen dueling powers by assembling a unique wand. Learn advanced STEM concepts and hone your magical skills.

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well

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LEGO Engineering Design Challenge

Ready to up your engineering game? Solve STEM problems, enhance concentration, and explore creativity. Apply real-world engineering concepts to design buildings, machines, and transportation vessels using LEGO bricks. Learn tips and tricks to building with LEGOs and challenge your peers to construction build-offs.

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well

Bubbles, Smoke, Explosions!

Periodically, chemistry is fun. Enhance STEM principles, boost analytical thinking, and increase teamwork skills. Study matter, mix compounds, and create chemical reactions. Experiment with static electricity to understand and generate lightning. Work with peers to construct a crystal garden, synthesize slime, and create a comet out of everyday items. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science

SUMMER CAM PS

Red Hot Robots

Empower the future with sun-energized bots. Increase critical thinking skills, solve complex problems, expand STEAM principles, and uncover programming. Discover the inner workings of robots, experiment with circuits, observe power supplies, and assess sensors. Design, build and program your own solar-powered robot to take home. $25 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science

M - F 7/31 – 8/4 1 – 4 PM $209 / $189 + SF 14293

Soccer Kicks

Next up ... World Cup! Conquer soccer fundamentals, magnify overall fitness, and develop coordination on the field. Work with your team during drills, games, and friendly competitions. Enhance dribbling, passing, shooting, and active teamwork strategies. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Crime Scene Scientist

Get hands-on with forensics. Fine-tune communication, develop critical thinking, expand STEM principles, and enhance teamwork skills while you build a body of evidence and unravel a mystery. Collect and identify fingerprints, physically and visually analyze the scene, interview suspects, and explore the science of sleuthing. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science

M - F 7/31 – 8/4 9 AM – 12 PM $209 / $189 + SF 14189

Eureka Crazy Contraptions

Uncover ultramodern inventions. Take STEM concepts to the next level, foster creativity, and increase problem solving skills. Work with a team and design to innovate. Build futuristic machines including lightsabers, green energy hovercrafts, catapults, and more. Fabricate machines and contraptions to challenge your peers. $25 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science

M - F 7/10 – 7/14 1 – 4 PM $209 / $189 + SF 14292

M - F 7/10 – 7/14

9 AM – 12 PM $189 / $169 14143

Summertime Sewing

Sew what? Learn about sewing machines, thread, fabric, seams, and bobbins. Enhance fine motor skills, boost reading comprehension, and apply math while making a mug rug, pillows, scarf, plush animals, and more. Snacks included. $40 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Fashion Week

Hit the runway. Step out in style and design a stylish asymmetrical clutch or bag, sew a skirt or shorts, and embellish a shirt.

M - F 7/10 – 7/14

9 AM – 12 PM $195 / $169 + SF 14225

Succulents and Cacti

You had me at aloe. Design and produce a cactus pillow, succulent pin cushion, and a burlap banner with appliqued succulents and cacti.

M - F 7/24 – 7/28

9 AM – 12 PM $195 / $169 + SF 14226

High Voltage Hijinks

Power up! Grasp problem-solving methods, maximize attention to detail, improve communication skills, and experiment with a variety of STEAM principles. Brainstorm with peers to build basic electronics, bots, and circuits. Complete hands-on engineering challenges to create wiggle bots, electromagnets, flashlights, and levitating cars to take home. $30 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids®

M - F 7/24 – 7/28 1 – 4 PM $189 / $169 + SF 14268

Mission to Mars

Drone Technology

Take to the sky! Collaborate with a team, enhance problem-solving, and boost critical thinking while building custom drones with out-of-this-world robotic technology. Brainstorm new ideas and use sketching and coding to construct rockets, rocket fuel, and a lunar lander. $25 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids®

M - F 7/17 – 7/21 9 AM – 12 PM $189 / $169 + SF 14269

LEGO Space Training

Hop into your brick spaceship and speed through the galaxy. Comprehend STEAM concepts, enhance problem-solving ability, and increase communication skills. Build fighter ships, construct jetpacks, and assemble space armor with LEGOs. Hands-on instruction aids in building space racers to compete against your friends.

Ages: 5 – 8 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well

M W Th F 7/3 – 7/7* 9 AM – 12 PM $175 / $159 14283

*No class 7/4.

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MARVELous LEGO Engineering

LEGO super-hero builders assemble! Nurture creative thinking, advance problem-solving methods, and boost fine motor skills. Build and create the strongest characters to defeat villains, design contraptions to retrieve the supreme hammer, and swing through a city with your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man.

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well

M W Th F 7/3 – 7/7* 1 – 4 PM $175 / $159 14284

*No class 7/4.

Young Picassos

Easel into painting. Unlock creativity, fine-tune motor skills, boost confidence, and increase concentration skills. Study perspective, proportions, and color theory with step-by-step instructions to bring your painting to life. Understand painting terms, and take home one-of-a-kind works of art. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Dress to mess.

Ages: 6 – 13 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Keana Hinds

City and Landscapes

Paint cityscapes and natural scenery including metropolitan skylines, buildings, mountains, hill country, and more.

M - F 7/10 – 7/14 1 – 4 PM $195 / $169 + SF 14279

Naturally Nature

Explore seasonal landscapes including snow-covered mountains, spring meadows, beaches, and more.

M Tu W 8/7 – 8/9 9 AM – 12 PM $119 / $105 + SF 14280

SUMMER CAM PS

Basketball Champs

Take it to the net. Develop basketball techniques and fine-tune fundamentals. Boost physical fitness and improve teamwork skills. Compete in a series of challenges, drills, and games to refine footwork and agility. Work with a team to enhance your leadership skills and participate in a basketball tournament. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Triauna Carey

M - F 7/17 – 7/21 9 AM – 12 PM $179 / $155 14146

Creative Writing

Instead of thinking outside the box, get rid of the box. Explore different genres of creative writing, enhance public speaking, and tap into your imagination to create works of art. Imagine, write, and perform plays, skits, poetry, and works of fiction that show off your talent.

Ages: 6 – 13 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Triauna Carey

M - F 7/17 – 7/21 1 – 4 PM $179 / $155 14147

Manners Bootcamp

All about etiquette. Reinforce the importance of manners while gaining confidence and communication skills. Study how to acquire table etiquette, grooming skills, cell phone manners, and courteous game play. Receive a binder of information, manicure kit, T-shirt, certificate of completion, and a graduation party. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Angela Jackson

M - F 7/17 – 7/21

9 AM – 12 PM $159 / $139 + SF 14148

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Growing Leaders

Be the next great leader. Become enlightened on good values, respect, and kindness, and enhance communication skills. Boost self-confidence and discover the skills needed to lead peers. Create a mock courtroom environment to host open discussions on manners, and conduct activities focused on proper etiquette, anti-bullying, and sportsmanship. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 8 – 13 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Angela Jackson

Spike Volleyball

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Pass. Set. Spike. Improve hand-eye coordination, boost footwork, and enhance leadership skills while participating in exciting games, drills, and friendly competitions. Conquer serving, passing, spiking, blocking and playing defense while you practice the rules and fundamentals of volleyball. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Bring a pair of knee pads.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

Dodgeball and Agility Games

Duck and dodge. Conquer the game of throws and gain knowledge of dodgeball rules, increase physical fitness, and enhance teamwork principles. Improve agility, explosiveness, and lateral movements while playing over 10 different types of dodgeball and speed games. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

M - F 7/31 – 8/4 9 AM – 12 PM $159 / $139 14155

Money Games

Show me the money. Gain financial vocabulary, foster critical thinking skills, and work with a small group during a deep dive into the world of financial freedom. Start, operate, market, and sell a product and service-based business. Understand debt, how to diversify a portfolio, and invest in real estate, stocks, and companies during hands-on activities and realworld scenarios.

Ages: 8 – 14 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

M - F 7/31 – 8/4 1 – 4 PM $159 / $139 14156

Forensic Investigators

Unravel the mystery. Investigate evidence and materials to analyze fingerprints, impressions, and imprints. Enhance leadership skills, increase critical thinking, and master communication. Decipher the clues of ransom notes, lie detector tests, and other evidence to identify the perpetrator. $20 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids®

M W Th F 7/3 – 7/7* 9 AM – 12 PM $155 / $139 + SF 14191 *No class 7/4.

Basketball Skills and Games

Take your game to the next level. Boost physical and mental endurance, improve abilities, and enhance teamwork. Advance fundamentals with skill training, specialized drills, interactive games, and intense competitions. Learn the techniques of shooting, passing, dribbling, and rebounding. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

M W Th F 7/3 – 7/7* 9 AM – 12 PM $129 / $115 14151 *No class 7/4.

SUMMER CAM PS

U-TUBE Entrepreneur

Upload for success. Boost confidence, tap into your entrepreneurial spirit, and understand the business and financial basics of building an online video platform. Dial into passions and personal interests to create unique content, and develop a product or online business to sell on your channel.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

M W Th F 7/3 – 7/7* 1 – 4 PM $129 / $115 14142 *No class 7/4.

Scratch Coding

Got code? Explore the language needed to command programs. Boost STEAM concepts, foster creativity, and discover basic programming skills used in the real world. Develop a code foundation that allows you to create games, animations, projects, and more. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 14 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Wize Computing Academy

M Tu W 8/7 – 8/9 9 AM – 12 PM $129 / $109 + SF 14296

Minecraft Coding

Eat. Sleep. Code. Repeat. Cultivate critical thinking, drive innovation, and increase logical reasoning abilities. Build a foundation of programming knowledge to design, code, and construct gaming adventures. Discover computer sciences and unleash programming creativity in the epic world of Minecraft. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 14 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Wize Computing Academy

M Tu W 8/7 – 8/9 1 – 4 PM $129 / $109 + SF 14297

Pirate Academy

Ahoy, matey! Discover STEAM principles, boost teamwork skills, and unleash creativity. Engineer a pirate ship complete with sails, upper and lower decks, cannons, and more. Sail the ocean blue and work with your team to search for buried treasure, problem-solve piracy takeovers, and plan sailing routes.

Ages: 3 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids®

Lacrosse Champs

Hit the field. Improve hand-eye coordination, boost fitness, and improve teamwork skills. Grasp stick techniques needed to carry, pass, catch, and shoot the ball. Jump into the fast-paced sport of lacrosse and discover the fundamentals and rules needed to be successful on the field. Athletes are divided into age-appropriate groups. All equipment provided. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Meets outside, weather permitting.

Ages: 6 – 16 Yrs

Founders Park Soccer / East Lacrosse Association

Soccer Tots

Shoot for the World Cup. Discover proper soccer techniques through exercises, games, and activities designed for beginners. Increase confidence, develop coordination and make new friends while learning dribbling and running with the soccer ball. Participate in individual and team games daily. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

M - F 7/31 – 8/4

Rookies First Down

/ $85

Touchdown! Develop hand-eye coordination, strengthen leadership skills, and raise confidence on and off the field. Grasp the fundamentals of football while practicing passing, route running, strategic game-play, and more. Compete in friendly games and competitions. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

M - F 7/10 – 7/14 1 – 2:30 PM

Rookies Basketball

/ $85

Future basketball champs in the making. Enhance coordination, improve fundamentals, boost confidence, and develop new friendships on and off the court. Focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing, and defense. Practice leadership and good sportsmanship during friendly games, drills, and competitions. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 4 – 7 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

M - F 7/24 – 7/28

– 2:30 PM $99 / $85

Kid News Channel

Reporting live from Wylie Rec! Enhance communication skills, boost writing flair, and grow creativity. Work together with new friends to report on the weather, sports, and more. Dive into broadcast journalism and then put on your own news segment for friends and family.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes M

Hercules Olympic Challenge

Go for gold! Increase physical fitness, improve teamwork skills, and try a new sport. Run, jump, throw, and compete in ancient and modern sports like a real Olympian. Try your hand at gladiator dodgeball, nerf javelin, frisbee discus, Dream Team basketball, and more. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes

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SUMMER CAM PS

Friday Workshop

Plunge into exciting brain-teasing activities while gaining knowledge, new skills, and friendship. Choose mini workshops that introduce science, art, math, sports, and more. Experiment with a variety of tools, equipment, and materials and learn how to apply your new skills to everyday life.

Cookie Decorating

Discover the art of cookie decorating. Gain hands-on experience in a variety of techniques and decorate six scrumptious cookies like a pro.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Anna Lamb

F 7/21 9 AM – 12 PM $59 / $49 14310

Beach Volleyball

Hit the sand. Practice the fundamentals of beach volleyball and train for doubles and team play. Wear athletic clothes. Meets outside, weather permitting.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Founders Park Volley / Michael Carroll

F 8/4 9 AM – 12 PM $55 / $45 14313

Unplugged LEGO Gaming

Fairytale Dance

Twirl, tap, and twist to a happily ever after. Improve coordination and body control, foster creativity, and make new friends in a fairytale environment. Uncover the basics of ballet, tap, and creative movement and practice a variety of choreographed dances. Interactive games and imaginative dance emphasize poise, grace, and etiquette. Wear athletic clothes or a princess/prince costume. Ballet and jazz shoes recommended.

Ages: 3 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Cassandra Dyson

M - Th 7/31 – 8/3 9 – 10:30 AM $89 / $75 14287

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Bring gaming to life, no screen needed. Construct arcade-inspired characters, icons, scenes, and more using LEGO bricks.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well

F 7/14 9 AM – 12 PM $49 / $39 14311

Moonlit Night

Paint to illuminate. With step-by-step guidance, create a dreamy, starry, moonlit night complete with a calm lake and mysterious trees.

Ages: 6 – 13 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Keana Hinds

F 8/4 9 AM – 12 PM $49 / $39 14312

Rock Climbing

Get a hold of rock climbing. Build confidence, enhance problem-solving skills, and fine-tune communication methods. Learn basic climbing techniques, become familiar with equipment, and practice tying three different knots. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff F

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Piano

Step aside, Mozart Jr. in training! Understand the layout of the piano keys and gain knowledge in proper playing techniques, note recognition, and the fundamentals of music theory. Discover songs that encourage self-expression, creativity, and ingenuity. Collaborate with your peers and practice group performance skills. One time $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 5 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Rich Verde

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Rich Verde

Toddler Tunes

Sing your sillies out! Support language development, foster self-expression, and make new friends. Discover musical principles like rhythm, pitch, and tempo through songs, movement, and other activities. Learn the keys of the piano, play percussion instruments, and practice concepts like colors, letters, rhyming, and opposites through music.

Ages: 18 Mos – 4 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Allison Becker

Adult Ballet

Stay on your toes. Build a solid dance foundation, improve coordination, boost balance, and enhance flexibility. Discover dance terminology, practice form at the barre, and learn group choreography. Build proper alignment and strength muscles through the art of dance. Wear comfortable clothing. Ballet shoes encouraged.

Ages: 18 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Cassandra Dyson

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Sing with Me

Bond with your baby through music. Build listening skills, express creativity, and develop gross motor skills with music-based movements. Sing simple songs, put movements with beats, and play different instruments. Discover musical basics like rhythm, pitch, and tempo. Practice concepts like colors, letters, and opposites through music.

Ages: 6 Mos – 2 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Allison Becker

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Ready Set Sew

All about sewing. Express creativity, stretch STEAM principles, and enhance critical thinking skills. Explore the ins and outs of a sewing machine, cut and pin fabric, and construct uniquely sewn items. Uncover a variety of stitching techniques, box corners, zipper installs, and more. Sew pajama shorts or a raglan style shirt. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Pajama Shorts

$10 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

Tu 8/15 – 8/29 5 – 6 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14396

Raglan Shirt

$18 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

Tu 9/5 – 9/19 5 – 6 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14397

Cookie Designers

Dress up cookies for your next occasion. Discover the art of cookie decorating and increase handeye coordination, inspire creativity, and improve multitasking skills. Gain hands-on experience in techniques of flooding, marbling, flocking, and more. Pipe and decorate six vanilla almond cookies like a pro. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Dress to mess.

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Anna Lamb

Summer Palooza

Sa 7/15 3:30 – 5:30 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14449

Summer Treats

Sa 8/19 3:30 – 5:30 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14450

Festive Fall

Sa 9/16 3:30 – 5:30 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14451

Ages: 13 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Anna Lamb

Summer Palooza

Sa 7/15 6 – 8 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14453

Summer Treats

Sa 8/19 6 – 8 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14454

Festive Fall

Sa 9/16 6 – 8 PM $55 / $45 + SF 14455

Art Creator Studio

Start on a journey with art. Explore self-expression, increase observation skills, advance ability to focus, and improve confidence. Discover perspective, proportions, and compositions with step-by-step instruction. Paint animals, landscapes, flowers, and more. Take home a new painting each class. $15 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Keana Hinds W

Sewing Workshop

I needle little more thread. Increase attention to detail, enhance concentration, and socialize with friends. Learn to operate a sewing machine and then measure, pin, and cut fabrics. Utilize a variety of patterns to create unique sewn items. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Plush Bumblebee

Sa 8/19 9:30 AM – 12 PM $35 / $29 + SF 14422

Pumpkin and Acorn Garland

Sa 9/16 9:30 AM – 12 PM $35 / $29 + SF 14423

Adult Sewing

It’s never too late to start sewing. Learn to sew in a social setting, increase creativity, and de-stress. Construct unique, sewn items, practice new skills, and make friends while discovering patterns, fabrics, sewing gadgets, seam finishes, and more. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Ages: 16 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Bumblebee Quilt Square

Sa 8/19 1:30 – 4 PM

Fall Pot Holder

Sa 9/16 1:30 – 4

Homeschool Sew

Take art class to a new level. Explore STEAM principles, enhance critical thinking skills, and strengthen hand-eye coordination. Discover sewing machines, thread, fabric, seams, and bobbins. Socialize with friends and learn new sewing skills to stitch and create unique, one-of-a-kind items. $10 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Beehive Pillow

Mini Beehive Quilt

Pumpkin Cozy and Coaster

Tu 9/12 1 – 3:30

Pumpkin Pillow

$35 / $29 + SF 14430

F 9/15 9:30 AM – 12 PM $35 / $29 + SF 14431

Writing Workshop

Create your protagonist or hero. Gain tips and tricks on how to write a great heroic story from a published author. Take a humorous look at what does and doesn’t make a great character and workshop your heroes into compelling characters. Notebook and pencils provided.

Ages: 12 Yrs + Brown House / PARD Staff

W 8/16 5:30 – 7:30 PM $25 14509

Victorian Hand Sewing

Embrace your inner designer. Discover how wornout clothing and scraps of fabric were utilized in the Victorian era while learning how to create hand-sewn quilt blocks. Master techniques including needle threading, measuring and cutting fabric, and stitching through easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. All supplies included.

Ages: 12 Yrs + Brown House / Tracy Lawson

Summer Pinwheel

Stitch your own Victorian fan quilt block. Discover techniques in needle threading, measuring and cutting fabric, and stitching along curves.

Sa 7/22 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM $35 14507

Log Cabin

Variations on basic patterns, like the Ohio Star are limited only by the imagination! Learn to match your triangle points and corners with easy instructions.

Th 9/21 5:30 – 7:30 PM $35

Victorian Crafting

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Get crafty — Victorian style. Discover some of the many ways society in the early 1900s embellished belongings to create beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces for display. Try your hand at creating your own Victorian-inspired crafts using a variety of mediums and textiles. All supplies provided.

Ages: 10 Yrs + Brown House / PARD Staff

Junk Journal

Utilize scrap fabrics, trims, and paper to create a junk journal that is uniquely yours.

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Pick from an assortment of paper to embellish a frame and trinket tray.

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Watercolor Doodle

Kick back, relax, and paint! Let your creativity flow with a pre-drawn watercolor painting session. Groove to the music, socialize with friends, and enhance dexterity and hand-eye coordination through various painting techniques. Use different color combinations and fill in the image outline and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. All supplies included. Dress to mess.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Charlotte Samuel

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Palette Party

Color your world. Create a painting masterpiece with step-by-step instructions while socializing with friends. Use acrylic paints and discover basic color theory, how best to layer colors, and form a one-ofa-kind piece of art to adorn your wall. All supplies provided. Dress to mess.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Lindsay Hawkes Th

Wreath Making

Deck out your door. Create a beautiful wreath using a variety of textures, ribbon, and décor. Learn how to select and place stems and color for a balanced and whimsical look. Take it home or surprise a friend with a unique handmade gift. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Angela Daniel

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Basic Floral Design

Fill your world with color. Under the guidance of a professional florist, design a floral masterpiece by combining colors, choosing proper flower combinations, and creating the right balance. Make anything from quaint corsages to beautiful arrangements for your home. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Kate Philippi

Cakeology

The icing on the cake! Take your cake decorating and icing skills to the next level. Discover different types of icings and how to use each for the best results. Receive hands-on training when using icing tips and piping bags. Practice your new decorating techniques and take home a yummy masterpiece. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Debra Meyer

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Wood Crafts

Become a handmade treasure maker. Transform simple pieces of wood into one-of-a-kind works of art through the use of different woodworking techniques and mediums. Enhance dexterity and hand-eye coordination, express creativity, and enjoy a new hobby. Burn, decoupage, adorn, and construct projects with easy step-by-step instructions. Get hands-on and create unique pieces to dress up your mantel or give to a friend. All supplies included.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Matt Kruse

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Gardening

Embrace your green thumb. Gain valuable plant and gardening tips while socializing with friends. Discover plants that thrive in Texas weather, learn how to care for them, and grow your very own fruits and vegetables at the center garden alongside a skilled instructor. Seeds, tools, and soil provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Kate Philippi W

Good Yarns

Get hooked. Chain, slip stitch, and double crochet your next craft project. Learn the basic steps of crochet while experimenting with a variety of color schemes and textures. Take home a great handmade project and the skills to make many more. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Michelle Stone

Beginner

Craft Corner

Get crafty. Create one-of-a-kind treasures to keep or share with your friends and family. Quick and easy projects include something for everyone. Learn a new skill, or show off an old one in a friendly environment with fellow crafters. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Senior Recreation Center / Debra Meyer

Card Making

Think outside the card store. Create your own greetings, birthday wishes, and thank you notes. Embellish paper with stamps, stickers, folds, fonts, and more. Get hands-on assistance crafting two unique, personalized cards for friends and family. All supplies provided.

Ages: 55 Yrs + Senior

Center / Angela Daniel

TRIPS

Painted Churches Overnight

Road Trip! Hop on a bus and travel to Schulenburg to tour the famous Painted Churches. Stop at the Roadside America Museum full of 40s and 50s advertising memorabilia, classic cars, and nostalgic Americana. Spend an afternoon on a guided tour of the historic Painted Churches in the communities of Dubina, High Hill, Praha, and Ammannsville. End your journey home with a stop to the Bluebell Factory for an insider look into ice cream manufacturing, and enjoy a sweet treat. Bring money for five meals and souvenirs. Moderate walking required.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Double Occupancy

Tu W Th 10/10 – 10/12 10 AM – 5 PM $385 14604

Single Occupancy

Tu W Th 10/10 – 10/12 10 AM – 5 PM $515

Texas State Railroad

Your adventure awaits on the rails. Hop aboard one of the Texas State Railroads’ vintage air-conditioned passenger trains for a relaxing trip through the Piney Woods of East Texas. This four-hour round-trip adventure includes beautiful scenery, a box lunch, and time to wander through both historical depots. Moderate walking required. This activity requires advanced ticket purchase and is non-refundable unless the open spot can be filled.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 7/13 8 AM – 5:30 PM $85

AT&T Stadium Tour

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS

’Tis the season to plan your international travel with Wylie Senior Rec and Collette Travel!

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the countries where the Christmas markets began. On this nine-day, eight-night trip, visit multiple European markets in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and the Czech Republic, while taking in beautiful countryside and historical sites.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

November 30 – December 8, 2024

Double Occupancy $4,048 + Deposit 14608

Single Occupancy $4,648 + Deposit 14609

Triple Occupancy $4,018 + Deposit 14610

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How ‘bout them boys! Get the ultimate fan experience on this guided tour of the Dallas Cowboys home stadium. Check out the Main Club, take a peek at a private suite, visit the press box, stop by the team and cheerleader locker rooms, and end the tour on the field for a group picture. All participants will receive a professional 5x7 group picture to take home. Bring money for lunch. Moderate walking required. This activity requires advanced ticket purchase and is nonrefundable unless the open spot can be filled.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 7/20 10 AM – 4 PM $49 14480

Note: The $50 trip deposit is payable to the Senior Rec Center upon registration.

Dallas World Aquarium

Experience another world. Walk through a 22,000 gallon tunnel exhibit and view hundreds of IndoPacific fish. Watch the Mundo Maya exhibit come to life with sharks, rays, and sea turtles of the Yucatan Peninsula. Learn about rainforest ecosystems, South African black-footed penguins, Shoebill storks, and much more. Bring money for lunch at the aquarium. Moderate walking required.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 9/14 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM $39 14489

Pocket Sandwich Theater

Arrrgg, me mateys! Sit back and enjoy the tale of the most bumbling bunch of buccaneers that ever buckled a swash during Pocket Sandwich Theater’s performance of “Captain Blood: A Pirate Melodrama.” Join in the fun by cheering on the hero, booing the villain, and singing along with the actors. Bring money for dinner and snacks. This activity requires advanced ticket purchase and is non-refundable unless the open spot can be filled.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 8/10 4:45 – 10:30 PM $35 14486

Museum of Illusions

Bend reality. Make your way through more than 20 rooms filled with interactive mind-melting visual, sensory, and educational illusions. Snap one-of-a-kind selfies with friends, discover the trick behind illusions and stop by the smart shop to pick up playful games and souvenirs of your own. Bring money for lunch. Moderate walking required. This activity requires advanced ticket purchase and is non-refundable unless the open spot can be filled.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 8/24 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM $29 14482

Kimbell Art Museum

Art is in the eye of the beholder. Wander the halls of Fort Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum and view the permanent collection of antiquities, European, Asian, Ancient Americas, African, and Oceanic art. Gain access to the traveling exhibit “Lives of the Gods: Divinity in the Maya Art” and take in nearly 100 rarely-seen masterpieces and recent discoveries dating back to A.D. 250 - 900. Bring money for lunch. Moderate walking required.

Ages: 55 Yrs + Th 9/21 10:30 AM – 4:45 PM $29

African American Museum

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Explore history through art. Visit one of the largest African American folk art collections in the US. During a docent-led tour, walk the galleries with friends and view African art, folk art, and African American fine art dating back to the 1800s. Appreciate African masks, textiles, sculptures, and special exhibits including historical photographs spanning three decades. Bring money for lunch.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Museum of Biblical Art

Be inspired. Take a docent-led tour of the Museum of Biblical Art’s one-of-a-kind collection of Jewish and Christian-themed art from around the world. The collection boasts a wide variety of artwork ranging from paintings and sculptures to rare books and lithographs from notable authors. Bring money for lunch. Moderate walking required. This activity requires advanced ticket purchase and is nonrefundable unless the open spot can be filled.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

TRIPS

Winstar Casino

Are you feeling lucky? Hop on the bus and head to Thackerville, Oklahoma. Spend the day at the slots, play table games, and try out the poker room. Enjoy lunch at one of many specialty restaurants within the casino. Moderate walking required. Bring money for lunch and games.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 8/17 8 AM – 5:30 PM

Mystery Movie

Take a chance on a new release. Join friends and head to B&B Theatres to catch the latest matinee showing. Let us do the planning, and enjoy a surprising movie reveal. Bring money for concessions.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 7/27 1 – 4:30 PM

The Foodies

Join fellow foodies on a culinary adventure and refine your interest in foods by trying top-rated restaurants, diners, and cafes around town. Expand your palate and explore specialty eateries, seasonal menu items, and decadent desserts. Bring money for lunch.

Ages: 55 Yrs +

SPOR TS INSTRUCTION

Karate

Master the Ryubukai Okinawan art of self-defense that employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of movement, sparring, and weapons while attaining discipline, self-control, and physical fitness. $30 belt testing fee. Uniform optional.

Ages: 6 – 17 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Dan Thompson

Beginner

Soccer Sparks

Kick-it. Magnify overall physical development and coordination in a low-pressure, high-skill learning environment. Develop soccer and social skills participating as a group in a structured activity. Enhance dribbling, passing, shooting, and active teamwork strategies. Tennis shoes only. No cleats.

Ages: 2 – 3 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Ages: 4 – 5 Yrs

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Ages: 6 – 9 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Ages: 10 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Volleyball

Bump, set, and spike. Get a handle on ball control, develop self-confidence, and learn to work strategically as a team. Practice basic volleyball skills like digging, spiking, and serving. Move through various rotations and plays individually and as a team. Kneepads recommended.

Ages: 6 – 17 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Gina Katin

Beginner

Basketball Academy

Slam-dunk! Boost physical fitness, increase leadership skills, and enhance fundamentals. Take it to the court and practice shooting, passing, dribbling, ball handling, and more. Fine-tune new talents during games, scrimmages, and friendly competitions. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks Tu

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks Tu

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Tennis Champs

Ace it! Enhance physical strength, enrich handeye coordination, and build tennis fundamentals. Participate in a variety of games and drills to learn the basics of serving, volleying, and game play. Compete in singles and doubles matches and crown the champion of the court. Bring a tennis racquet; a few available upon request. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

Beach Volleyball

Hit the sand! Increase physical fitness, improve skills and techniques, and boost teamwork. Increase fundamentals including overhand serving, passing, setting, hitting, and ball control. Discover techniques for moving through sand and grasp outdoor volleyball tactics. Conquer strategies for doubles or team volleyball. Wear athletic clothes. Barefoot recommended.

Ages: 9 – 18 Yrs

Founders Park Volley / Michael Carroll

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SPORTS

Pickleball

Be a big dill on the court. Discover the trendiest and fastest growing paddle sport that combines elements of tennis and ping-pong. Take to the courts and improve fitness, increase hand-eye coordination, and gain new friends. Practice serves and returns, ground strokes, forehand and backhand strokes, and proper body positioning. Bring paddle; a few available upon request. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 18 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Staci Clemmer

Archery

Take aim. Gain skills for shooting with accuracy and precision. Develop self-confidence, increase coordination, and build strength. Practice the steps of proper shooting technique, learn range setup, and become familiar with the various parts of the bow. Wear comfortable fitted clothing, closed-toed shoes, and tie back loose hair.

Ages: 8 – 14 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

Lacrosse

Run into a new fast-paced sport. Boost physical fitness, increase teamwork, and build confidence. Discover the fundamentals of lacrosse including scooping, passing, catching, cradling, shooting, and more. Participate in speed circuit drills, fun games, and friendly competitions. Athletes are divided into age-appropriate groups. All equipment provided. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Meets outside, weather permitting.

Ages: 6 – 16 Yrs

Founders Park Soccer / East Lacrosse Association

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PERSONAL TRAINING

How about a push? We’ve got you covered. Work one-on-one or bring a friend. A Certified Personal Trainer is here to help you with every aspect of your fitness from proper form to maximizing your workout structure based on your specific goals. You can do this. Let’s do it together. 30-minute and 60-minute sessions available.

Ages: 12 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Laura Huddleston

1-on-1 Training

30-Minute / One Session $49 / person

60-Minute / One Session $79 / person

60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package $699 / person

2-on-1 Training

60-Minute / One Session $99 / 2 people

60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package $899 / 2 people

Personal training packages now available online: apm.activecommunities.com/wylie

SPECIAL INTEREST

Nutrition Coaching

Eat well, be well. Gain one-on-one tips and guidance from a National Academy of Sports Medicine certified trainer on how to create delicious and healthy meals using the food you love. Discover the best way to fuel your body through simple food changes that will help you reach your wellness goals.

Ages: 12 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Laura Huddleston

30-Minute / One Session $29 / person

60-Minute / One Session $55 / person

CPR and First Aid Training

Be a life saver. Discover the tools needed to react efficiently in a high-stress situation. Identify when an emergency occurs and when CPR, AED, or first aid is needed. Use real-life scenarios and hands-on practice to be prepared to provide aid if presented with a life-threatening emergency. Learn first aid, AED, and proper CPR techniques for infants, children, and adults. Optional $10 Certification Card fee paid to instructor at class.

Ages: 12 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Francisco Carrero

GROUP EXERCISE

Pick the individual class dates you want.

Zumba

Ditch the workout and join the party. This fusion of Latin and international music and dance creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective cardio session. The routines feature interval training techniques with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Lose yourself in energetic moves while shaping up.

Ages: 13 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew

Tu 5:15 - 6:15 PM $9 / $6 Class Meeting

Th 6:15 - 7:15 PM $9 / $6 Class Meeting

Gentle Flow Yoga

Gentle Flow Yoga offers guided instruction that welcomes all fitness and experience levels. Gain muscle strength, improve core balance, and increase overall relaxation through essential yoga poses and breathing techniques. Coordinate breathing with movement to improve mental and physical health and release stress. No prior yoga experience necessary. No class 09/04.

Ages: 18 Yrs +

Wylie Recreation Center / Katharine Isbell

M W 6:30 - 7:30 PM $10 / $7 Class Meeting

ACTIVITY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

So you tried Macramé Comeback and it just wasn’t for you. A full refund is available through the first day of most contracted courses. If you are dissatisfied with the quality of a registered activity, please contact a staff person immediately so we may have an opportunity to solve the problem.

Boot Camp

Need a workout boost? Power up to the next level of strength, stability, and endurance. Target the entire body with calisthenics, core workouts, cardio exercises, and weight training. Feel good about fitness. Working out with a group promotes enhanced energy levels, reduces stress, and increases your commitment to a fitness routine. No class 07/04 & 09/02.

Ages: 13 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Leslie Williams

Tu Th 9 - 10 AM $9 / $6 Class Meeting

Sa 9 - 10 AM $9 / $6 Class Meeting

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ENHANCEMENT REQUEST: Wylie Recreation encourages Guests to suggest enhancements at Wylie Recreation Center, Wylie Senior Recreation Center, and Welcome Center at Brown House. Visit our website to complete a request: www.WylieTexas.gov/Facilities > Forms, Rules and FAQs

INCLUSION: The City of Wylie encourages people of all abilities to participate in recreation activities together and to register for activities that are of interest to them. We strive to promote activities that provide a positive, independent recreation experience for everyone. Reasonable accommodations are provided based on the individual needs and abilities of each participant who has a disability. To make a request for accommodation, please contact the facility supervisor where the activity is coordinated prior to registration.

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Adult Sewing, 18

BY LOCATION

WYLIE REC CENTER

Adult Ballet, 17

Adult Sewing, 18

Archery, 26

Art Creator, 18

Art Your Walls, 8

Basketball Academy, 25

Basketball Champs, 12

Basketball Skills and Games, 13

Beach Volleyball, 25

Blacklight Pickleball, 8

Boot Camp, 28

Bubbles, Smoke, Explosions!, 9

Cookie Designers, 18

CPR and First Aid Training, 27

Creative Writing, 12

Crime Scene Scientist, 10

Dodgeball and Agility Games, 12

Eureka Crazy Contraptions, 10

Fairytale Dance, 16

Forensic Investigators, 13

Friday Workshop, 16

Gentle Flow Yoga, 28

Growing Leaders, 12

Hercules Olympic Challenge, 16

High Voltage Hijinks, 11

Homeschool Sew, 19

Karate, 24

Kid News Channel, 15

Lacrosse, 26

Lacrosse Champs, 15

LEGO Engineering Design Challenge, 9

LEGO Space Training, 11

Manners Bootcamp, 12

MARVELous LEGO

Engineering, 11

Minecraft Coding, 14

Mini Pokémon LEGO

Engineering, 9

Mission to Mars Drone

Technology, 11

Money Games, 13

Nerf Wars, 8

Nutrition Coaching, 27

Parent’s Night Out, 8

Personal Training, 27

Piano, 17

Pickleball, 26

Pirate Academy, 14

Ready Set Sew, 17

Red Hot Robots, 10

Rookies Basketball, 15

Rookies First Down, 15

Scratch Coding, 14

Sewing Workshop, 18

Sing with Me, 17

Soccer Kicks, 10

Soccer Sparks, 24

Soccer Tots, 15

Spike Volleyball, 12

Summertime Sewing, 10

Tennis Champs, 25

Toddler Tunes, 17

U-TUBE Entrepreneur, 13

Volleyball, 25

Wizarding World of LEGO Engineering, 9

Young Picassos, 11

Zumba, 28

SENIOR REC CENTER

African American Museum, 23

AT&T Stadium Tour, 22

Basic Floral Design, 20

Cakeology, 20

Card Making, 21

Craft Corner, 21

Dallas World Aquarium, 23

European Christmas Markets, 22

Gardening, 21

Good Yarns, 21

Kimbell Art Museum, 23

Museum of Biblical Art, 23

Museum of Illusions, 23

Mystery Movie, 24

Painted Churches Overnight, 22

Palette Party, 20

Pocket Sandwich Theater, 23

Texas State Railroad, 22

The Foodies, 24

Watercolor Doodle, 20

Winstar Casino, 24

Wood Crafts, 21

Wreath Making, 20

WELCOME CENTER AT BROWN HOUSE

Victorian Crafting, 19

Victorian Hand Sewing, 19

Writing Workshop, 19

KIDS

Archery, 26

Art Creator, 18

Art Your Walls, 8

ACTIVITY INDEX BY AGE

Basketball Academy, 25

Basketball Champs, 12

Basketball Skills and Games, 13

Beach Volleyball, 25

Bubbles, Smoke, Explosions!, 9

Cookie Designers, 18

CPR and First Aid Training, 27

Creative Writing, 12

Crime Scene Scientist, 10

Dodgeball and Agility Games, 12

Eureka Crazy Contraptions, 10

Fairytale Dance, 16

Forensic Investigators, 13

Friday Workshop, 16

Growing Leaders, 12

Hercules Olympic Challenge, 16

High Voltage Hijinks, 11

Homeschool Sew, 19

Karate, 24

Kid News Channel, 15

Lacrosse, 26

Lacrosse Champs, 15

LEGO Engineering Design Challenge, 9

LEGO Space Training, 11

Manners Bootcamp, 12

MARVELous LEGO Engineering, 11

Minecraft Coding, 14

Mini Pokémon LEGO Engineering, 9

Mission to Mars Drone Technology, 11

Money Games, 13

Nerf Wars, 8

Nutrition Coaching, 27

Parent’s Night Out, 8

Personal Training, 27

Piano, 17

Pirate Academy, 14

Ready Set Sew, 17

Red Hot Robots, 10

Rookies Basketball, 15

Rookies First Down, 15

Scratch Coding, 14

Sewing Workshop, 18

Sing with Me, 17

Soccer Kicks, 10

Soccer Sparks, 24

Soccer Tots, 15

Spike Volleyball, 12

Summertime Sewing, 10

Tennis Champs, 25

Toddler Tunes, 17

U-TUBE Entrepreneur, 13

Victorian Crafting, 19

Victorian Hand Sewing, 19

Volleyball, 25

Wizarding World of LEGO Engineering, 9 Writing Workshop, 19

Young Picassos, 11

Archery, 26

Art Your Walls, 8

Beach Volleyball, 25

Blacklight Pickleball, 8

Boot Camp, 28

Cookie Designers, 18

CPR and First Aid Training, 27

Creative Writing, 12

Friday Workshop, 16

Growing Leaders, 12

Homeschool Sew, 19

Karate, 24

Lacrosse, 26

Lacrosse Champs, 15

Minecraft Coding, 14

Money Games, 13

Nerf Wars, 8

Nutrition Coaching, 27

Personal Training, 27

Ready Set Sew, 17

Scratch Coding, 14

Sewing Workshop, 18

Summertime Sewing, 10

Victorian Crafting, 19

Victorian Hand Sewing, 19

Volleyball, 25

Writing Workshop, 19

Young Picassos, 11

Zumba, 28

ADULTS

Adult Ballet, 17

Adult Sewing, 18

Art Your Walls, 8

Blacklight Pickleball, 8

Boot Camp, 28

Cookie Designers, 18

CPR and First Aid Training, 27

Gentle Flow Yoga, 28

Nutrition Coaching, 27

Personal Training, 27

Pickleball, 26

Victorian Crafting, 19

Victorian Hand Sewing, 19

Writing Workshop, 19

Zumba, 28

ADULTS 55+

African American Museum, 23

Basic Floral Design, 20

Blacklight Pickleball, 8

Cakeology, 20

Card Making, 21

Craft Corner, 21

Dallas World Aquarium, 23

European Christmas Markets, 22

Gardening, 21

Good Yarns, 21

Kimbell Art Museum, 23

Museum of Biblical Art, 23

Museum of Illusions, 23

Mystery Movie, 24

Painted Churches Overnight, 22

Palette Party, 20

Pocket Sandwich Theater, 23

Texas State Railroad, 22

The Foodies, 24

Watercolor Doodle, 20

Winstar Casino, 24

Wood Crafts, 21

Wreath Making, 20

AWESOME EXPERTS

ALLISON AND EMILY BECKER are sisters and lifelong musicians. They both played multiple instruments through their youth including piano, percussion, guitar, mandolin, ukulele, cello, and bassoon. Both Allison and Emily have participated in various musical endeavors including musicals, choirs, solo gigs, and ensembles. Their love for early childhood music education led them to lead a children’s choir where they directed multiple performances and annual showcases. Allison and Emily are excited to share their passion for music with the youth.

FRANSISCO CARREO has been a firefighter and Paramedic since 2012. He is a certified CPR Instructor with the American Heart Association and Safety Services. During Fransisco’s career as a first responder, he has gained hands-on experience with a variety of emergencies, CPR, and First Aid. He desires to equip bystanders with the tools needed to perform CPR to help increase the chances of survival. Fransisco’s goal is to prepare individuals to help others when an emergency occurs. Awesome Expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2021.

TRIAUNA CAREY enjoys sharing her passion for sports and academics with the youth. Since 2009, she has been running basketball camps, officiating games, and coaching in competitive youth leagues. Triauna also values working with students in courses such as English Literature, Creative Writing, and Rhetoric and Composition. She has been actively teaching Creative Writing since 2014. Triauna’s goal is for the youth to explore, imagine, have fun, and create. Awesome Expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2019.

MICHAEL CARROLL has coached youth sports since 2000. As a competitive outdoor volleyball player and coach, he focuses on fundamental development, skill training, and ball control. In the 1990s, Mike coached at a semi-pro level and became an expert in advanced volleyball techniques and gameplay. He has a passion for developing volleyball confidence and encouraging the youth in the sport he loves.

STACI CLEMMER, USA Pickleball

Ambassador for Murphy, Texas, is an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association certified instructor. As an avid tennis player in her youth, Staci’s transition to Pickleball was organic and the sport quickly grasped her focus and attention. She is now “addicted to playing” and loves the sport. Staci enjoys sharing her passion for the game with fellow Pickleball players.

ANGELA DANIEL teaches Card Making and Wreath Making. She has been working for the City of Wylie since 2010 and at the Senior Recreation Center since 2016. Angela loves sharing her creativity and knowledge with those around her. She has a passion for taking ordinary items and transforming them into extraordinary keepsakes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2016.

CASSIE DYSON has been a dancer since 1997. She has extensive studio training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and contemporary style. Cassie also has 10 years of experience in drill team and pro-league dancing for NFL and ECHL teams. Since 2009, she has had the privilege of teaching teams and young dancers across the nation. Cassie is excited to bring her passion and love for dance to the next generation of artists and performers.

EAST LACROSSE ASSOCIATION has been serving Wylie and the surrounding communities since 1992. Their mission is to develop athletes with enriching lacrosse experiences and educate the community about the sport through friendly competition, teamwork, positive sportsmanship, and quality skill development. East Lacrosse Association’s goal is to build athletes character, integrity, confidence, and respect for others with the sport of lacrosse.

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS® brings math, science, technology, and engineering to children in a fun and challenging way. They encourage children to have fun while using their knowledge of engineering and science to design, create, and improve solutions to engineering problems. Programs are designed to meet national standards in STEM education from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics-affiliated associations. Engineering for Kids® engages students in hands-on, real-world engineering experiences. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.

LINDSAY HAWKES teaches Palette Party at the Senior Recreation Center. Lindsay has been a part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2019. She enjoys expressing herself through colors and painting, and professionally with her photography business. She is excited to share her passion for the arts, foster creativity in her students, and ready to help everyone find inner artistic talents.

KEANA HINDS is a Wylie native and teaches Art Creator Studio. She has been leading painting since 2017. Keana studied Applied Art and Science at the University of North Texas and uses these skills not only with a paintbrush but in floral design and photography too. Keana believes that art is a perspective and it is in everything we do.

LAURA HUDDLESTON is an outstanding Personal Trainer. She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Behavior Change Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist. She began training in 2003, and her areas of experience include metabolic resistance, heart rate, and body weight training as well as detoxification and nutrition training. Laura is passionate about helping people become the best versions of themselves. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.

KATHARINE ISBELL is a registered 500 hour Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance and teaches Gentle Flow Yoga. She focuses on whole body strengthening and stretching for lifelong sustainable activity. Her desire is to build stronger, healthier participants through well balanced yoga sequences that are accessible to everyone who comes to the mat. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2008.

ANGELA JACKSON is the founder of Metropolitan Charm and Modeling, and executive director of The Miss Denton County Scholarship Pageant. Since 1999, Angela successfully participated in numerous pageants. She progressed from modeling in rural Southeast Texas to the DFW area, and continued to model and compete in pageants while in college. She credits her success to manners classes, modeling training, and pageant prep workshops. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.

GINA KATIN has been coaching volleyball since 2011. She plays competitive sand volleyball every week, but her true passion is teaching kids. Gina has coached all ages, from kindergarten all the way through high school. Her classes focus on the rules, plays, and techniques of volleyball. Gina’s goal is to coach in such a way that kids become confident with handling the ball and acquire a love for the sport. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2017.

MAD SCIENCE® is focused on STEM enrichment programs for kids. With a strong foundation in science, they deliver unique, innovative, hands-on, project-based experiences that are entertaining, educational, and enlightening. Mad Science covers topics from earth, life, physical, and technology sciences. Mad Science’s mission is to inspire children through science, sparking lifelong imagination, learning, and curiosity. They believe that fostering a love for STEM will give children the confidence they need to excel in life.

MATT KRUSE leads Wood Crafts instruction. Since joining the Senior Recreation Center staff in 2013, he has become the go-to handyman. Matt is an experienced woodcrafter who can build anything from cabinetry to decorative figurines. Matt perfected his woodworking and whittling skills while growing up on the family farm, and loves to teach others the trade. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.

ANNA LAMB, owner of Little Lamb Sweets, has been baking and creating custom cookies since 2018. Anna’s interest in cookie decorating stemmed from wanting her kids to have the most creative birthday cookies for a fraction of the specialty bakery cost. She began self-teaching, and her hobby quickly turned into a passion. Anna now bakes and decorates cookies nonstop and believes “everyone deserves a cookie.”

ERIN LAREW teaches Zumba at Wylie Recreation Center. Her passion for people, Zumba, and total body fitness led her to become an instructor in early 2009. Erin brings a positive, vivacious attitude to the classroom, and it is reflected in her dance style. She incorporates interval training to improve cardiovascular fitness through lively and interactive aerobic activity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011.

TRACY LAWSON has been sewing since 1970. Her passion for fabrics, stitches, and embroidery began with her mother and grandmother, who taught her the art of sewing and embroidery. Fascinated by the quilts hand-stitched by her greatgrandmother, Tracy completed her first quilt at age 12 and has made a dozen more in the years since. As an instructor, Tracy hopes to improve her students’ confidence and handeye coordination, while inspiring them to create art with textiles.

DEBRA MEYER teaches Cakeology and Craft Corner. She has been part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2019, and is excited to share her passion for cakes and crafts. Debra enjoys teaching how to make one-of-a-kind creations, whether they are to decorate the house or be the star of the dessert table. She loves sharing tips and tricks that she learned along the way. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since July 2020.

KATE PHILIPPI teaches Basic Floral Design and Gardening. She has been an active participant of the Senior Recreation Center since 2014. Kate studied floral design and earned her Florist Transworld Delivery Master Design certification in 1973. In Oklahoma, Kate taught floral design classes at the Tulsa Technology Center for 12 years and owned and managed four flower shops in the area. She loves sharing her passion for floral design and gardening with her students. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.

PLAY-WELL originated in 1997. Their goal is to engage kids and get them excited about engineering, architecture, and physics concepts using LEGO. Play-Well’s mission is to help kids solve problems, provide an opportunity for creative expression, and develop teamwork skills through building elaborate objects and collaborating with their peers. Play-Well is dedicated to kids having fun and expressing themselves through the world of play. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2017.

CHARLOTTE SAMUEL teaches Watercolor Doodle. She has loved creating art using different mediums for as long as she can remember. Through her company, Twist Squiggle and Doodle, Charlotte introduces kids and adults of all ages to the relaxing and joyful activity of watercolor painting. Charlotte is excited to share her passion for watercolor painting with participants at the Senior Recreation Center.

SKYHAWKS has been a leader in providing safe, fun, and skill-based sports experience for kids since 1979. They pride themselves on teaching sport-specific skills to all children of varying athletic levels. Skyhawks has a vision that every child should experience the joy and benefits of sports. They emphasize critical life lessons, such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and winning and losing with grace. Skyhawks’ goal is to teach life skills through sports.

AMBER SMITH has been sewing since 1992. Her passion for fabrics, stitches, and embroidery began with her mother, who taught her the art of sewing and quilting. At the age of 11, Amber began selling her sewn items and handmade doll clothes. Amber strives to boost hand-eye coordination, selfconfidence, and creativity within her students. She has taught sewing and held private lessons since 2011. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.

SOCCER SPARKS has been teaching soccer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2009. Their focus is the physical development of children and the community as a whole. Their classes are designed to teach kids the proper skills and principles of the game while focusing on fun in a non-competitive environment. Soccer Sparks’ goal is for players to simply enjoy the sport while acquiring the necessary skill set without the pressure of outcomes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2018.

MICHELLE STONE teaches Good Yarns. Michelle has been working at the Senior Recreation Center since 2015. She has been crocheting since she was a teenager and continues to learn new stitches to bring to her students. Michelle enjoys sharing what she has learned with others and loves seeing the joy on students’ faces when they understand a concept or master a new skill. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.

SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS AND

ATHLETES (SSA) is geared toward preparing children for their future while having fun. SSA strives to enhance confidence, leadership, and communication skills within their students. SSA emphasizes the importance of physical and mental health. Children experience boosted self-esteem, the ability to focus and be more alert, reduced stress levels, improved teamwork skills, and enhanced positivity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2013.

DAN THOMPSON holds a black belt in karate. He began training in martial arts in 1990, beginning with four years of tai chi and then moving on to karate. Dan wants to share his experience, knowledge, passion, and skills with his students. Dan believes karate is a lifelong activity and that there is always a new skill, technique, and move to learn. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2019.

RICH VERDE has been teaching guitar and piano lessons since 2000. He earned his associates in music from Richland College and believes that music enriches lives, and brings joy and happiness to those that hear and play music. He is enthusiastic and dedicated to teaching music to the next generation, and fosters an environment for kids to believe in themselves and tap into their creativity. He is committed to the musical arts and enjoys sharing his passion with students. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2021.

LESLIE WILLIAMS is a health and fitness enthusiast. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and has been teaching Boot Camp classes since 2016. Her favorite aspect about the Boot Camp format is that it is a group activity which builds community and allows people to encourage each other and grow stronger together. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since November 2018.

WIZE COMPUTING ACADEMY, founded in 2015 by technology professionals, is focused on project-based curriculums in coding, robotics, and design for kids. Wize believes that the best way for students to learn is “by doing”. Wize prepares students for the real-world IT industry and enables them to be creators, not just users of technology. Their goal is to help students increase focus, improve critical thinking and reasoning skills, and enhance teamwork.

SENIOR RECREATION CENTER

800 Thomas - 100 | 972-516-6340 | Recreation@Wylietexas.gov

SENIOR REC CENTER DROP IN

Senior Rec Center Drop In IDs are available at no charge for adults, ages 55 years plus, at the Senior Rec Center. Gain access to Drop In Play at Wylie Senior Rec Center.

JOIN THE FUN!

Gather with friends and take part in games, exercise, and social outings. Programs focus on being active and engaging, with something for everyone. Take a trip, start a hobby, and get involved with fellow seniors.

STAY INFORMED

To see full list of Senior Recreation Center activities, view the current Quarterly Newsletter.

Both the Quarterly Newsletter and the Drop In Play schedule are available for pickup in-person at the front desk, and can be found on the website.

www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs/

“ A good fit for everyone.”

— John and Katie Z.

SENIOR REC CENTER

GROUP

EXERCISE

Participate in a fit and fun low-impact workout. This unique curriculum accommodates the needs of people who have trouble standing on the floor to exercise. The combination of resistance bands, arm weights, and chair exercises keep you engaged and feeling great. View Drop In Play, and quarterly newsletters for current schedule.

FITNESS AREA

Stay healthy and fit in a safe, clean, and accessible environment. Wylie Senior Recreation Center offers your choice of four treadmills, four recumbent bikes, two Aviron rowers with lumbar support, an elliptical machine, Inflight Fitness Vanguard Multi Gym, stair stepper machine, exercise balls, leg press, and various hand weights to keep your exercise routine exciting. Pick up literature featuring nutritional guidelines and healthy living tips. If an indoor workout is not for you take a stroll at Wylie’s Community Park located outside the Senior Recreation Center.

WELCOME CENTER

AT BROWN HOUSE

TOURS E MUSEUM E GIFTS

The Thomas and Mattie Brown House welcomes visitors to Wylie and offers a rare glimpse into its history. Tour richly decorated rooms and view seasonal “Oh, Those Victorians!” exhibits that highlight innovation and culture of the 1800s and early 1900s. In the reading room, explore the past with maps, books, and other materials, and find a unique selection of Victorian, train, and Wylie-themed items in the gift shop.

“ Wonderful tour. Beautiful home.”

— Cindy D.

Oh, Those Victorians!

Sweet Land of Liberty

The anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence was first celebrated on July 4, 1777 with parades, speeches, and fireworks. Over the next one hundred years, Independence Day became the most important secular holiday on the calendar, and in 1870, Congress declared July 4 a national holiday. In the Victorian era, even the far-flung settlers on the western frontier congregated on Independence Day for picnics, entertainment, and, of course, fireworks!

School

Days in Wylie: Then and Now

If a child of one of Wylie’s early settlers could see a school supply list for the upcoming 2023-24 school year, what would they think? How would today’s kids manage the school books, tools, and rules from the turn of the 20th century? The exhibit delves into the history of Wylie ISD, the Birmingham Trust’s legacy of giving, and other dedicated community members who exemplified The Wylie Way.

Wylie and the Wider World: Johnston Inc.

In 1957, Wylie’s mayor David Click orchestrated the relocation of the Johnston Clothing Manufacturing Company’s factory, sales office, and general administration offices to Wylie. Johnston helped our city rebound from the effects of the Great Depression and held the honor of being the largest industry in Wylie for many years. Local children who got their back to school clothes at the outlet store on Ballard Avenue wore the same fashions that were sold nationwide in department stores like Neiman Marcus.

WYLIE PARKS

648 ACRES of PARKLAND and OPEN SPACE

In these parks, you’ll find 19 miles of trails, 23 playgrounds, 12 pavilions available for reservation, soccer and baseball and football fields, a nine-hole disc golf course, a cricket pitch, and much more.

www.WylieTexas.gov/Parks

OLDE CITY PARK

112 SOUTH BALLARD AVENUE

Olde City Park is nestled in the heart of downtown Wylie close to popular shopping, dining, and leisure opportunities. In April of 2023, an updated smooth surface that supports accessibility was added to the playground. Playground amenities include a state-of-the-art modular unit catering to older children, a separate modular unit accommodating younger children, and a separate swing set that includes two traditional swings, two tot swings, and an ADA-compliant all-inclusive swing. The pavilion and gazebo at Olde City Park are available for rental, and might be the perfect place for your next party!

VALENTINE PARK

1202 BIRMINGHAM STREET

Over the next few years, the Parks and Recreation Department plans to continue implementation of the 2012 Trails Master Plan, which will increase the miles of trail in Wylie to better connect you with your community.

Take an interactive tour of the Master Plan and browse a park inventory at www.wylietexas.gov/parks/master_plans

Valentine Park is a hidden gem nestled within one of Wylie’s well-established neighborhoods. Added in April of 2023, the park features a new modular playground and swing set area that includes an ADA-compliant all-inclusive swing. A lighted, covered pavilion shading two picnic tables is available on a first-come, first-served basis, perfect for a picnic, small event, or birthday party. The backstop is also available for practices and pick-up games on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition to these amenities, the park boasts a four-tenths of a-mile walking trail and an ample amount of open space, all making Valentine Park an excellent choice for your outdoor recreation needs.

RENTALS

WYLIE RECREATION CENTER

GYM

Basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and other games

2 hours +

$75 / hour / 1 side

$65 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

AVAILABLE HOURS:

Fri 5 pm – 11 pm

Sat 8 pm – 11 pm

Sun 9 am – 11:30 am

CLIMBING WALL

Small groups or party add-on (Note: Parties of 11+ guests must also reserve a room.)

1 hour +

$75 / hour

$65 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

AVAILABLE HOURS: Sat 9 am – 12 pm 5:30 pm – 11 pm

CLASSROOM

Small parties or meetings

2 hours +

$49 / hour

$39 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

MEETING ROOM

Larger parties or meetings

2 hours +

$55 / hour / 1 side

$45 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

2 hours +

$110 / hour / full room

$90 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

4 hours +

$89 / hour / full room

$69 Wylie Resident

+Deposit / Permit $100

AVAILABLE HOURS: (for Class/Meeting Rooms)

Mon – Thu 5 am – 9 pm

Fri 4 pm – 11 pm

Sat 8 am – 11 pm

Sun 9 am – 5 pm

GROUP DAY PASSES available as an add-on. Provides access to public Open Play at the Climbing Wall and in the Gym. Call for rates.

KITCHEN ADD-ON

Available with rental of North Room or Full Meeting Room

1 hour + $45 / hour

$35 Wylie Resident

PAVILIONS

Perfect picnic and outdoor party spots

Covered pavilions with lights, electrical outlets, BBQ grills, tables, and benches are available at Olde City Park and Community Park, $25 per hour or $10 per hour Wylie Resident rate.

First-come first-served basis at Eureka, Founders, Friendship, Grayhawk, Joel Scott Memorial, Kreymer Estates, Lewis Ranch, Riverway, Valentine, and Woodbridge Parks.

For more information, please contact Wylie Parks & Recreation Administration, Parks@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6340.

Pavilion Rentals and Athletic Field Reservations available online: apm.activecommunities.com/wylie

Above: Olde City Park Pavilion in downtown Wylie.

LOCATE&CONNECT

CENTERS

Wylie Recreation Center

300 Country Club Road – 200

Located center of Wylie Municipal Complex 972-516-6340

Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

PUBLIC HOURS

Monday – Thursday 5 am – 9 pm

Friday 5 am – 5 pm

Saturday 8 am – 8 pm

Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm

Wylie Senior Recreation Center 800 Thomas Street – 100

Located in Community Park 972-516-6340

Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

PUBLIC HOURS

Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Welcome Center at Brown House

301 North Ballard Avenue

Historical Downtown Wylie 972-516-6340

Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

PUBLIC HOURS

Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 6 pm

Saturday 10 am – 5 pm

ADMINISTRATION

Parks and Recreation Administration 300 Country Club Road – 100 972-516-6340

Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

Parks@WylieTexas.gov

PUBLIC HOURS

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm

Parks and Athletic Maintenance 949 Hensley Lane – 200 972-516-6340

Parks@WylieTexas.gov

DIGITAL

Registration https://apm.activecommunities.com/wylie Email Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

City of Wylie WylieTexas.gov Instagram @WylieRecreation

Digital Flip Book Issuu.com/WylieRecreation

Facebook Wylie Recreation and City of Wylie, TX

Twitter @WylieParks

POLICIES & GUIDELINES

To access Activity Registration, Withdraw and Refund Information, Enhancement Requests, Rec Pass Registration Terms of Use, Qualifications for Residency, and Rental Terms and Condition, visit our website.

www.WylieTexas.gov/Facilities > Forms, Rules & FAQs

QUESTIONS? Recreation@WylieTexas.gov

PARK AND REC BOARD

Meets the second Monday of each month. Information available at www.WylieTexas.gov

SPORTS LEAGUES

Independently managed sports leagues are not coordinated by the City of Wylie. Contact available at www.WylieTexas.gov

PARKS / TRAILS / OPEN SPACES