800 Thomas Street | Wylie, Texas 75098 | 972-442-8119

Information
For questions regarding events or trips, please contact Wylie Senior Recreation staff at Recreation@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6349.

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Events

Rock On Free
Tuesday, December 17 & January 21 12:30 – 2 pm
#WylieRocks. Join in the painted-rock craze that provides creative time with friends while turning plain rocks into works of art. Follow step-by-step painting instruction to create a beautiful addition for your home garden or the Senior Rec Center's Inspirational Rock Garden. All supplies provided.

Model Masters Free
Fridays, December 6 - 27 & January 3 - 31 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Release your inner craftsman. Glue, hammer, and paint wood model kits into custom works of art while progressing at your own pace. Socialize with friends, enhance dexterity, and create a model masterpiece. New project featured each month. All supplies provided.

Balance and Strength $20
Thursday, January 9 - 30 9:15 – 10 am
Saturday, January 4 - 25 9:15 - 10 am
Life is all about balance. Build muscle strength, improve joint flexibility, and boost energy levels. Progressive exercise movements increase balance and enhance reaction time. Use a variety of equipment and specific exercises to gradually improve stability and fine-tune posture. Discover and practice techniques for fall prevention. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes.

Trips
Paint Your Pet $45
Thursday, December 12 9:45am - 1:15pm
A painting is worth a thousand words. Create a watercolor masterpiece of your best furry friend. Beginning with a pre-drawn outline of your pet, receive step-by-step instruction on brush strokes and color options by a professional artist from the Creative Art Guild of Wylie, and go home with a work of art. Bring money for lunch.

ICE! $35
Thursday, January 2 8:45am - 2:30pm
"It's not what's under the Christmas tree that matters; it's who's around it." Experience the heart-warming holiday movie "A Charlie Brown Christmas" brought to life using over 2 million pounds of ice at the Gaylord Texan annual holiday exhibit. Marvel at the hand-carved sculptures, venture down a two-story tall ice slide, and grab a hot cup of cocoa to warm up. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring money for lunch.