Parks and Recreation Administration1100 Bear Creek ParkwayPO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4050 F 817.743.4193www.kel lerparksandrec.org

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Keller Parks & RecreationSpecial Events Guide

2012

Senior Actvities Center660 Johnson RdPO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4370 F 817.743.4374www.kel lerparksandrec.org

The Keller Pointe405 Rufe Snow DrivePO Box 770, Keller, TX 76244 T 817.743.4386 F 817.743.4355www.kel lerparksandrec.org

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Enjoy Community, Family and Friends at free or low-cost eventsFishing For FunBear Creek Park Pond January 21 • February 25 • June 9 9:00 am - 11:30 amFishing is free for anglers 16 and under, make sure to bring your gear

Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart BallThe Keller Pointe • February 4Recommended 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

Bear Creek Park • March 319:30 am - 11:30 amChildren 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

Spring Egg Scramble

MasterWorks SeriesKeller 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

Bear Creek Park • May 19 -206:00 pm - 9:00 amBring the whole family and sleep under the stars. Pre-registration is required $5 per person

Keller Family Camp Out

Concerts in the ParkBear Creek Park • 8:00pm - 10:00pmJune 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

Mother/Son ‘I Scream’ SocialThe Keller Pointe • July 8 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmEnjoy swimming and ice cream for Moms and sons only $5 per person

Family Fun FilmsJohnson Road Park • June 1, 8, 15, and 22 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm FREE - Come enjoy your favorite movies

Bring out a group of friends and help clean local streets

Bear Creek Park Pavilion April 14 • 9:00 am - noon September 8 • 9:00 am -noon

Trash Bash

Valentine’s Night Out

Ho’oilo LuauThe Keller Pointe • February 25 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmSwimming, hula hooping, and sand castle building$10 per family, $5 Individual

The Keller Pointe • February 11 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Ages 8 to 13D.J playing music, open swim, fun, games.$10 per participant

Underwater Egg HuntThe Keller Pointe • March 24 9:00 am - 11:30 am • Ages 12 and underEgg 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 CraftsPre-registration required$10 per participant in advance, $14 per participant the day of event, space permitting

Memorial Day GamesThe Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • May 28 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Games, competitions, prizes, swimming.Free to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members

Birthday Bash

8th Annual Birthday Bash, give-aways, bounce houses, live music, free food and much more.Free - The Keller Pointe Members Only

Rec Expo

Pack the PoolThe Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool July 11 & 25 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmSwimming, music, and funFree - All participants

All Dads FREE when accompanied by a child.

4th of July Spectacular

Swimming, games, music, and funFree to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members

Tree-Mendous

Father’s Day Games

Labor Day GamesThe Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • September 3 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Games, competitions, prizes, swimmingFree to Keller Pointe Members, Paid Daily Fee for Non-Members

The Keller Pointe • April 7 12:00pm - 3:00pmCome learn about our summer programs while gaining free admission to The Keller Pointe as well as Bounce Houses and games.

The Keller Pointe • June 96:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Keller Pointe • June 172:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool• July 4 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Special Events Guide

Pumpkin Splash Celebration of Crafts

Breakfast with Santa

Doggie DunkThe Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool • September 8 9:00 am - 10:30am - 30 pounds and under10:45 am - 12:15 am - 31 pounds and upSwimming and contests for your favorite K9$5 per dog in advance, $10 per dog the day of event, space permitting

Holiday Yard Decorating Contest

FREE - Show your holiday spirit by decorating your business, street, subdivision or house 2012 Theme: Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Enter by December 7 at Keller Town Hall Judging will take place December 10 - 16

Johnson Road Park • October 28 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Kids 11 & under can enjoy the haunted playground, carnival games and candy FREE!!!

Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle

Activities will include lighting of the community tree, Santa’s arrival, two-lane tubing hill, gingerbread house decorating, stage entertainment, arts & crafts, and more!

Keller Town Center • November 30 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Holly Days

Head down the haunted trail but beware! May be too scary for some children$5 for adults, $3 for 12 & under

Big Bear Creek Greenbelt • October 27 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Haunted Trails

Join us for our largest event of the year. Craft booths, stage entertainment, food vendors, children activities, and much more!FREE!!!

Bear Creek Park • September 29 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Rock the Park

FREE!!!

The Keller Pointe Indoor Pool • October 266:00pm - 9:00pm Join us in our floating pumpkin patchPre-registration requred. Ages 12 and under$10 per participant in advance, $14 per participant the day of event, space permitting

The Keller Pointe • November 109:00am - 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

Holiday Shopping in CantonNovember 27:00am - 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.

The Keller Pointe • December 18am-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.

Keller Senior Activities Center

Special EventsOvernight 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.

Nashville Show TripApril 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.

6th Annual Chili and Cornbread Cook-OffThursday, 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!

Cinco De Mayo Celebration Thursday, April 26th - 5:00pm

Celebrate with a Fajita Dinner and Live Mariachi Band.

July 4th CookoutMonday, July 2nd - 12:00pm

Join us for a good old-fashioned cook out to celebrate Independence Day.

Memorial Day CookoutFriday, May 25 - 12:00pm

Join us as we have a hot dog and hamburger cookout in honor of Memorial Day.

5th Annual PastaPalooza and Silent AuctionThursday, 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.