Summer ‘23 Activity Guide
Staff
Theresa Hutchinson- Parks and Recreation Manager
Whitney Tilley- Administrative Specialist
Dylan Johnson- Recreation Coordinator
Youth Sports
903-892-7219
903-892-7344
903-891-7221
Macy Harwood- Recreation Specialist- Aquatics
Ryan Maxson- Recreation Coordinator
Steven Pine- Recreation Specialist- Athletics
903-328-1057
903-891-7220
903-892-7313
Deena Lowry- Senior Center Activities Coordinator
903-892-7316
Carrie Murphy- Recreation Specialist- Seniors
903-892-7316
Sean Hemperley- Parks Maintenance Superintendent
903-891-7350
Sherman
Texoma
Social Media
shermanparks.com
facebook.com/shermanparksrec
instagram.com/shermanparksrec
Parks and Recreation Facilities
• Austin St. Playground Austin St. North of Center St. • Activity Center 1002 N Music St. • Binkley Park 101 Binkley Park Dr. • Center St. Park 1401 W Center St. • Cherry St. Park 401 Cherry St. • Dog Park 1121 W Taylor St. • Ely Park 919 S Austin St. • Fairview Park 1121 W Taylor St. • Fielder Park 1100 E Pecan St. • Glennie O. Ham 1002 N Music St. • Harmony Park 121 E Mulberry St. • Hawn Park 1202 S Dewey Ave. • Herman Baker Park 2500 W Center St. • Hillcrest Park 1205 Hillcrest Dr. • Lucy Kidd Key 405 N Rusk St. • Martin Luther 922 N East St. • Old Settlers Park 1609 N Harrison Ave. • Pecan Grove East 2300 Pecan Grove Rd. • Pecan Grove West 3200 Canyon Creek Dr. • Pecan Grove 3220 Canyon Creek Dr. • Rex Cruse 2604 Rex Cruse Dr. • Rosedale Park 1400 S Gribble St. • Senior Activity Center 1500 N Broughton St. • Taylor St. Gym 1424 Taylor St.
Youth Sports (SYSA)- baseball, basketball, softball, football, and cheer shermanyouthsportsassociation.siplay.com
Soccer
King Jr. Athletic Complex
(TSA) texomasoccer.org
July is Basketball Camp 10-12 17-19 Basketball Camp
17-19 Volleyball Camp 17-19 Volleyball Camp 17-20 Soccer Camp 10-14 Tennis Camp 03 Lights on the Lake 21 Movie in the Park 13 HSN- Randall King 20 HSN- Pat Green 04 Red, White, and Splash 05 Water Wednesday- Fairview 12 Water Wednesday- Pecan Grove West 19 Water Wednesday- Hawn 14 Popsicles in the Park- Center St. 26 Water Wednesday - Herman Baker Park
National Parks and Rec. Month
Special Events
Splash Bash
Splish! Splash! It’s a summer bash!
Join us as we kickoff the 2023 summer with music, games, and a chance to win a season pass! Bring a friend or two and enjoy a day of fun in the sun!
Date: June 3
Time: 12PM-3PM
Sewing 101
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew, but thought that it might be too complicated, or you would like some formal instruction? Our class will walk all participants through the basics of sewing on your own sewing machine. After this class you will feel more comfortable using your own equipment. The best part, all participants will get to take home a pillowcase that they made in class!
Date: June 3
Time: 9AM-12PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Glennie O. Ham
Age: 16+
Price: $60 (refer to supply sheet on website)
Popsicles in the Park
We are bringing Popsicles and games out to the parks! Thanks to support by ER of Texas, we will be at three different parks throughout the summer.
Date Location Activity
June 9 Fairview Park Bounce Houses
July 14 Center St. Park Water Games
August 4 Hawn Park Splashpad
Time: 6- 8PM
Monday Madness
If you need a little variety this summer, we have educational and entertaining shows for kids. New programs each week will have them excited about music, science, or math. Concessions will be available.
Dates: June 6- Mad Science Amazing Ocean
June 13- Ramblin’ Rita
June 20- Wild Things Zoofari Animal Show
June27- The Gone Fishing Bubble Show
Time: 2PM
Location: Municipal Ballroom
Father Son Campout
Dads, it is time for the annual Father Son Campout! It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your sons and with nature. This event will be complete with hiking, laser tag, hot dogs, s’mores, and camping! We have expanded the offerings of activities to include canoing or archery. Friday night dinner along with breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be provided for all participants. If you do not own your own tent, please talk with Parks and Recreation to help ensure you do not miss this opportunity, supplies are limited.
Date: June 16-17
Time: 5PM Friday- 12PM Saturday
Location: Herman Baker Park
Price: $15 per participant
Deadline to register: June 13
Movies in the Park
Enjoy a free movie after sunset outdoors in the Park. We will be showing “The Bad Guys” animated movie on the big screen. Lawn chairs or a blanket are encouraged. We will have candy, popcorn, and drinks for sale during the movie.
Date: July 21
Time: 9PM
Location: Pecan Grove West
Price: Free (concessions will be sold)
Youth Art Show
Do you have an artist in the family? The Youth Art show presented during Artsfest, is a perfect time to show off these brilliant masterpieces. The contest is open to all kids under the age of 19. Artwork will be on display for the entire community to view and awards will be given to the top three finishers in each grade.
Date: September 17
Artwork Due by September 12 at 5:00PM
Time: 9AM-3PM
Location: Municipal Ballroom
Price: Free
Karate
Karate is focused on the development of defensive and counterattacking body movements. Students will progress through belts under the instruction of Debra Sullivan, a 6th Degree Black belt. Students will work both mentally and physically to overcome challenges faced in the class.
Days: Tuesday and Thursdays
Time: 4-5:15PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Glennie O. Ham
Age: 6+
Price: $60 per month
Jazzercise
Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60 minute total body workout. Every Jazzercize group dance fitness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone, and lengthen muscles for a maximum burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercize is a fusion of jazz, dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kick-boxing.
Days: Mornings Monday-Friday 8:30-9:30AM
Evenings Monday-Thursday 5:30-6:30PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Activity Center Price: $50 per month +$20 one time joining fee.
Belly Dancing
Whether you are looking for a new and unique way to work out, or you just want to hang out with new friends, our Belly Dancing class has you covered. Students will use both slow movements and fast steps in this low-impact weight bearing form of exercise. Students should wear yoga pants and a comfortable T-Shirt.
Dates: May 18- June 22
July 6- August 10
August 24- September 28
Times: Level 1- 6:45-7:45PM (must be preregistered)
Level 2- 7:45-8:45PM
Level 3- 8:45-9:45PM
Location: Activity Center
Price: $70 per 6 week session or $15 per class
Tai Chi for Health
Tai Chi is a non-combative form of martial arts focused on relaxation, balance, and strength. Transitioning slowly between movements makes this ideal for those that struggle with traditional forms of exercise. Class is taught by Debra Sullivan, a 6th degree black belt, who has 30+ years of experience teaching martial arts. Participants will leave feeling relaxed and with a better sense of balance.
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:45-10:45AM or 5:15-6:15PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Glennie O. Ham
Age: 16+
Price: $60 per month for 2 days per week $75 per month for 3 days per week
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is one of the gentlest forms of yoga available. This class is accessible for every body type, no previous yoga experience is necessary. Many benefits include; increased balance, strength, flexibility, range of motion, and stress reduction.
Days: Mondays and Thursdays (excluding 1st Thursday of each month)
Time: 4:30-5:15PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Glennie O. Ham
Ages: 16+
Price: $40/month, or $10 per class
Gentle Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Vinyasa flow yoga emphasizes the sequential movement between postures, coordinated with and guided by deliberate breathing. This class moves from pose to pose with each held for no more than 5-8 breaths. Expect a fully balanced class of forward bending, twists, and backbends. All levels are welcome to join this vigorous practice in finding one’s state of flow.
Days: Mondays and Thursdays (excluding 1st Thursday of each month)
Times: 5:30-6:20PM
Location: Parks and Recreation Glennie O. Ham
Ages: 16+
Price: $40/ month, or $10 per class
Adult Sports
Volleyball Open Gym
Open gym volleyball is available for those of any skill level to come play pick-up style games. Two courts will be set up allowing 20+ people to play at one time. This is a great way to get exercise and meet new people with like-minded interests.
Days: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Time: 6-9PM
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Age: 16+
Price: $2/ participant
$1 for Seniors (50+)
Pickleball Open Gym
Pickleball is a combination of tennis, table tennis, and badminton on a court. Using a wiffle ball and paddles, opponents compete in pairs. These pickup games help introduce new players to the game, while giving seasoned players opportunity to practice their skills.
Days: Mondays & Thursdays, 6-9PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9AM-12PM (subject to availability)
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Age: 16+
Price: $2/ participant
$1 for Seniors (50+)
Beginner Pickleball Clinic
Come learn about the fastest growing sport in America! Played on a court. Pickleball is a cross between tennis and ping pong that is played as singles or doubles. New players are always welcome to learn the rules of the game and fundamental skills. This clinic is also a good way for players with experience to refresh and practice their fundamentals.
Dates: June 5 & 7- 10AM- 12PM
July 17 & 20- 6-8PM
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Age: 18+
Price: $30 each
Intermediate Pickleball Clinic
New and experienced players with at least 1 year of playing experience are recommended to take this course to learn new strategies & tips to improve game play and push past your game play plateau.
Dates: June 26 & 29- 6-8PM
August 7 & 9- 10AM-12PM
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Age: 18+
Price: $30 each
Adult Slow-Pitch Softball League
Grab some friends and come play Softball! These recreational leagues are a great way to spend a weeknight with friends. Teams can participate in either Men’s or Coed divisions.
Games: Begin the week of July 10
Times: 6:30-10:30PM
Location: Fairview Park
Age: 16+
Price: $325/ team
Deadline to register: July 3
Youth Summer Camp
Basketball Summer Camp
Soccer Summer Camp
Location: Fairview- Twilight Field
Price: $100
Kickstarter Soccer Summer Camp
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Price: $75
Volleyball Summer Camp
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Price: $75
Dodgeball Summer Camp
Location: Taylor St. Gym
Price: $75
Location: Fairview- Twilight Field
Price: $75
Tennis Summer Camp
Location: Fairview- Tennis courts
Price: $139.99
Register at francoracquetsports.com/camps
Dates Time Grade June 12-14 1-4PM 3-8 July 10-12 9AM-12PM K-2 July 10-12 1-4PM 3-8
17-19 1-4PM 3-8
9AM-12PM 3-8
July
July 31- August 2
Dates Time Grade June 13-15 9AM-12PM 3-5 June 20-22 9AM-12PM 6-8 July 17-19 9AM-12PM 3-5 July 24-26 9AM-12PM 3-5
Dates Time Grade June 5-7 1-4PM 3-6 June 26-28 9AM-12PM 3-6
Dates Times Ages June 5-8 9AM-12PM 6-12 July 17- 20 9AM-12PM 6-12
Dates Time Ages
June 6-
15 (no July 4) 5:30-6PM 3-4 Tuesdays June 6- August 15 (no July 4) 6-7PM 5-6
Tuesdays
August
Dates Times Ages June 19-23 8-10AM 7-14 June 26-30 8-10AM 7-14 July 10-14 8-10AM 7-14
The Splash
Splash Bash
Splish! Splash! It’s a summer bash!
Join us as we kickoff the 2023 summer with music, games, and a chance to win a season pass! Bring a friend or two and enjoy a day of fun in the sun!
Date: June 3
Time: 12-3:00PM
Flip or Flop?
Whether you want to show off your best flip OR flop, or wear your best flip flops, join us for National Flip Flop Day! Don’t miss the flopportunity of a lifetime and enter our belly flop contest. Prizes will be awarded to the best floppers!
Date: June 16
Time: 2PM
Red, White and Splash!
Come hang out with The Splash staff members and help celebrate Independence Day! Grab a slice of ice-cold watermelon and enjoy a few hours of sunshine! The pool will close at 4:00PM on this date.
Date: July 4
Time: 12-4PM
Sharktastic Day
Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo Baby shark! Come spend the afternoon hunting sharks. Our staff will be hiding sharks throughout the facility (2 per hour), find one and you will win a sharktastic prize! Don’t worry, if you can’t find a shark you can be a shark in our giant game of sharks and minnows!
Date: July 15
Time: 12-6PM
Sharks and Minnows Game will be played at 2PM
Life Savin’ Superheroes
Calling all Superheroes! Swing on by and enjoy a fun and safe day in the sun. While you’re there, thank a lifeguard for keeping you safe while swimming at the pool. Throughout the day the Splash lifeguards will be demonstrating different skills and techniques of lifeguarding. We also want to thank our first responders for keeping our community safe. All first responders will receive free admission into The Splash.
Date: July 29
Time: 1-6PM
Pirate Parrrty
Ahoy Mates! Join us for an adventure at Splash and help us find treasure around The Splash!
Date: August 6
Time: 11AM-6PM
Soggy Doggy Pool Pawty
The best dog event of the year is back! Make plans for our annual pool pawty where your furry friends can cool off, socialize, and chase balls with their canine friends. Handlers are only allowed in knee deep water, pups must be at least 6 months of age, and a certificate of rabies shot is required. A rabies tag cannot be used as proof of vaccination for this event. Dogs must be on a leash when entering and leaving the facility and don’t forget to clean up after your pup before you leave!
Date: August 19
Time: 10AM–2PM
Price: $5 per dog (pre-register at the Parks & Recreation Office, or on the day of at the Splash)
The Splash
Special Opening Hours
May 25 & 26 2-6PM
Open Swim Hours
Monday-Thursday 12-6PM
Friday 12-8PM
Saturday 11AM-6PM
Sunday 1-6PM
Open Swim Daily Fees
3-15 Years $5
16 & Older $6
2 years and younger are FREE per paying adult.
Season Passes
Individual
Resident: $100
Non-Resident: $120
Family Resident: $140
Non-Resident: $180
* Family season pass is for two pass holders only. Additional passes can be added for $30.00 per pass holder.
Punch Cards
Resident: $40
Non-Resident: $50
*Punch Cards are good for admission for 10 visits.
Swim Lessons
Resident: $45
Residents can enroll beginning April 1
Non-Resident: $60
Non-Residents can enroll beginning April 15
Lap Swim
Monday-Thursday morning and evenings.
Dates: June 5- August 3
Lap swim will be closed July 3 – 7
Times: Mornings: 8:30-11:30AM
Evenings: 6:30-8:30PM
Daily Entry Fee: $3
Lap Swim Pass: $35
*This pass is good for the entire summer and can be used for both morning and evening lap swim.
Rentals
Party Cabanas
Resident: $50
Non-Resident: $75
Rentals available only during open swim for 2 hours.
Private Party
Available on Saturday, & Sunday evenings from 6:30-8:30PM.
Resident: $500 (Residents can begin reserving the pool on May 1)
Non-Resident: $700 (Non-Residents can begin reserving the pool May 15)
Silver Splash
Senior swim is back, and pool staff are ready to see you! Exercising in the water is physically easier for those who are older and helps release tension and stress simply by enjoying the tranquility of the water. Seniors may pick up their free pass in the Senior Center Office beginning May 1.
Date: Mondays- Thursdays June 4- August 3
Lap swim will be closed July 3-7
Time: 8:30- 11:30AM (swim times)
6:30- 8:30PM (swim times)
Location: Splash Family Aquatic Center
Price: Free
Early Bird Splash Fitness
A low impact workout for people aged 50+. Join Deena twice a week in the pool for low impact workouts including cardio, muscle strengthening, and balance exercises. This class is great for those beginning water exercise.
Date: June 5- June 29
Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 8:15-9:15AM
Price: $10
Limit of 15 people.
Call the Sherman Senior Center to register 903-892-7316.
Tourism
Sherman Farmers Market
Visit our local Farmers Market where you can purchase local produce, meat, eggs, and artisan goods.
Dates: Every Saturday
Time: 9AM-12PM
Location: Corner of Crockett and Houston
Hot Summer Nights
Come celebrate summer with our FREE concert series- the 29th Annual Hot Summer Nights! Shows take place on Thursday evenings in June & July (with the exception of July 6th and July 27th) on the Sherman Municipal Grounds and feature some big-name acts from a variety of genres. Our favorite local acts will open up the show each week, with headliners to follow. Then head to Old Iron Post following the concert to enjoy the After Party, featuring each week’s opening act! Grab your friends, family, and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy some awesome Hot Summer Nights concerts in downtown Sherman! Pack a picnic, or just show up and enjoy the amazing food trucks that are ready to serve you all of your favorite treats!
Dates: June 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29
July 13 & 20
Time: 7-9:30PM
Location: Lucy Kidd-Key Park/Sherman Municipal Grounds 405 N. Rusk
Ag:e All Ages, but please have an adult accompany kids under 14
Price: FREE
June 1- Glenn Miller Orchestra
June 8- Tonic
June 15- Tommy DeCarlo
June 22- Josh Abbott Band
June 29- Hinder
July 13- Randall King
July 20- Pat Green
Lights on the Lake at Pecan Grove West
This is The City of Sherman’s 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration, LIGHTS ON THE LAKE at Pecan Grove West Park! We are so excited to bring you another amazing FREE concert from Cheap Trick (yes, the REAL Cheap Trick) for a rockin’ 90 minute show! Stick around when the sun goes down for an incredible fireworks show, brought to you by Simmons Bank. Get there early and enjoy the food vendors and family-friendly Kids Alley! So round up your family and friends, grab your lawn chairs and enjoy this special community event with us!
Date: July 3
Time: 4-10PM
Location: Pecan Grove West Park
Age: All Ages, but please have an adult accompany all kids
Price: FREE
42nd Annual Sherman Arts Fest
Get ready for The City of Sherman’s 42nd Annual Arts Festival, RAIN or SHINE! It’s a fun-filled day for the entire family that kicks off with the Sherman Education Foundation’s 5K and Fun Run, then stick around to hear all of the awesome musical acts and live performances on two stages throughout the day! There will be tons of amazing food and beverage vendors, a huge Kids’ Alley, woodcarving, craft and marketplace vendors, children’s and adult art shows, Farmers Market, activities, and more!
Date: September 16
Time: 9AM-4PM
Location: Municipal Grounds, Municipal Building, and Surrounding Areas
Age: Fun for all ages, but please have an adult accompany any children
Price: FREE to attend
Library
Late Night at the Library Adult Game Night
Come play board games, eat pizza and meet new people. Play one of the Library’s games or bring your own. From classics like Scrabble and chess to newer games like Kids on Bikes and Sushi Go! And Jackbox, there is something for everyone at this come and go event.
Dates: June 16, July 14, August 11 Time: 6-10PM
Adult Craft: Pour Painting, sign-ups required
Get ready to get messy! This class for adults will show you how to make your very own pour painting! Participants will take home two 8 x 10 pour painting masterpieces! Seating is limited and sign-ups are required.
Date: June 6 Time: 6:30PM
All ages Scrabble Tournament
Come play Scrabble in this friendly, laid-back tournament. The Library will have some Scrabble boards but please bring extras.
Date: June 10 Time: 12-4PM
Good Reads Book Club
Dates: June 27 Calling Ukraine by Johannes Lichtman
July 25: Saint X By Alexis Schaitikin
Time: 6:30PM
Age: 16+
All Ages Chess Tournament
Come play Chess in this friendly, laid-back tournament. The Library will have some boards but please bring extras.
Date: July 8
Time: 12-4PM
Goodreads TBR Book Club
Ages 16+ can enjoy discussing that month’s book. The books will be popular titles that have been on our TBR list for a while.
Dates: June 27, July 25, and August 29 Time: 6:30PM
Interactive Movies
Get ready to get loud in the library! Enjoy this interactive screening. The first 60 people that arrive will get a bag of props to enjoy while watching the film.
Date: June 22- Alice in Wonderland July 20- Willy Wonka
Time: 3PM
Jackbox
Join us at the library as we play through the Jackbox party packs! or stay home and join us as we go live on our Facebook page.
Date: August 5 Time: 12-4PM
Age: 16+
Pokemon Go Week
How it works:
- Catch a Pokemon at the library and complete the day’s activity to receive a different badge each day (Mon-Sat).
-On Saturday, show us at least 5 of the 6 badges by 4pm to be entered in the drawing for the PRIZE BASKET filled with Pokemon loot! The drawing will be at 4:30pm.
And don’t miss the special trading event on Saturday from 2-4pm -- trade your Pokemon on the app to try to get a SHINY or bring your Pokemon cards to trade!
Date: May 22- May 27
Time: 2-4PM on Saturday
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Join us for our “Reading is SWEET” Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Have fun sliding down our giant water slide, playing games for sweet prizes, listening to live music, eating yummy snow cones and more!
Date: June 3
Time: 2-4PM
Monday Madness
Join us at the Municipal Building every Monday in June. We will feature an array of performers for all ages to enjoy.
Date: June 5- Wild Things Zoofari
June 12- The Comedy Arena
June 19- Professor Pop’s Bubble Show
June 26- Dino Bo- The Crustaceous
Time: 10AM
Location: Municipal Ballroom/ Lucy Kidd Key Park
New and Noteworthy Book Club
Are you a “New Releases” book fan? Read and discuss new and noteworthy books just after they hit the market.
Date: June 14- You Could Make this Place Beautiful
by Maggie Smith
July 12- Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
Time: 2-3:30PM
Rainbow Chocolate Art for kids
Get creative with chocolate at this sweet art program.
Date: June 8
Time: 3:30PM (6-11yrs. old)
5PM (12-17 yrs. old)
Teen Blindfolded Donut Decorating
How well do you follow directions? Take turns trying to follow directions while blindfolded to decorate a donut. This event is first come, first served. Space and supplies are limited.
Date: June 9
Time: 11AM-12PM
Age: 12-17
Pete’s Groovy Puppet Show Story Time
Come and enjoy a puppet show featuring Pete the Cat and friends! A limited amount of tickets will be handed out for each show on the morning of the event. Geared toward ages 10 and under.
Date: June 14 Time: 10:30 & 11:15AM
Age: 10 & younger
Tiny Toes
Families with children ages 0-5 are invited to our monthly Tiny Toes Story and Craft session in partnership with United Way of Grayson County. Signups ARE required for this event. Call 903-8927240 to sign up.
Date: June 17 & July 15
Time: 10:30AM
Age: 5 & younger
Young Adult D&D
Teens can join us for 3 hours of D&D! Sign ups ARE required for this series. Call 903-892-7240 to sign up.
Date: June 20 & July 18
Time: 1:30-4:30PM
Age: 12-17
Library
Library
Short and Sweet Storytime
Join us for sweet songs and stories geared toward ages 5 and under, but all ages are welcome.
Date: June 21, June 28, July 5, & July 12
Time: 10:30-11AM
Age: 5 & younger
Wordsmith’s Writing Club
Young writers unite! Play games, earn prizes and have fun making up stories in our new writing club. Have a story idea or a story you’ve been writing? Bring it with you and share with other writers like you!
Date: June 24 & July 22
Time: 2-4PM
Age: 12-17
Candy Sushi
It’s like making sushi, but with candy ingredients. Mmmmmm!
Date: June 27
Time: 2-3:30PM
Age: 6-17
Mad Hatter Tea Party
Join the Mad Hatter and friends for a fun tea party! Decorate cookies, drink yummy tea (or juice), and watch Through the Looking Glass.
Date: June 29
Time: 2-4PM
Age: 5-11
iSpy Challenge- Library Edition
Can you SPY all the hidden items in the library? Find them all to earn a sweet treat!
Date: July 3-7
Age: 17 & younger
Gameapalooza
Play retro video games, Nintendo Switch games, and board games.
Date: July 6
Time: 2-5PM
Marshmallow Mayhem
Kids will be organized into teams to compete against the clock and each other to complete each marshmallow challenge at various stations.
Date: July 17
Time: 11AM-12PM (6-11) 3-4PM (12-17)
Splish Splash Storytime
Have fun with songs and stories as we splash in the water!
Date: July 19
Time: 10:30AM
Age: 5 & younger
Location: Hawn Splashpad
End of Summer Reading Party
Don’t miss our sweet ending to summer reading at the Municipal Ballroom and play GIANT CANDYLAND!
Date: July 29
Time: 3-4:30PM Location: Municipal Ballroom
Active Adults
Silver Splash
Senior swim is back, and pool staff are ready to see you! Exercising in the water is physically easier for those who are older and helps release tension and stress simply by enjoying the tranquility of the water. Seniors may pick up their free pass in the Senior Center Office beginning May 1.
Date: Mondays- Thursdays June 4- August 3
Lap swim will be closed July 3-7
Time: 8:30- 11:30AM (swim times) 6:30- 8:30PM (swim times)
Location: Splash Family Aquatic Center
Price: Free
Early Bird Splash Fitness
A low impact workout for people aged 50+. Join Deena twice a week in the pool for low impact workouts including cardio, muscle strengthening, and balance exercises. This class is great for those beginning water exercise.
Date: June 5- June 29
Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 8:15-9:15AM
Price: $10
Limit of 15 people. Call the Sherman Senior Center to register 903-892-7316.
Father’s Day Pool Tournament
This tournament is held to honor all Dads for Father’s Day. The tournament is free and open to men age 50+. Everyone else come join us and cheer on the players. Light refreshments provided.
Date: June 16
Time: 12:30PM
Deadline to register: June 14
42 Dominoes Tournament
This tournament is held for all 42 players. The tournament is free and open to all members age 50+. Everyone else come join us and cheer on the players. Light refreshments provided.
Date: June 23
Time: 1PM
Deadline to register: June 21
Portraits with Pets
Have you ever wanted to get a great picture of you and your pet? Well, now is your chance! Please schedule your appointment in the Center office. We will be taking the pictures by appointment only on the patio. Please come to the patio with your pets (no pets in the center) and have your pet on a leash or in a carrier. Current vaccinations are required.
Date: June 28
Summer Open House Night
Join us for our summer open house night! You will receive a tour of our Rec Center along with information and a gift bag for new members. We will provide snacks and drinks along with fun games. If you are a busy bee who has always wanted to see what we are all about, this is your night.
Date: July 11
Time: 5-7PM
Ice Cream Sundae Social
July is National Ice Cream Month so let’s celebrate with an Ice Cream Sundae Social with delicious ice cream and toppings. This will be an intergenerational activity, so bring your grandkids or great grandkids! There will also be fun music and door prizes.
Date: July 18
Time: 3:30PM
Deadline to register: July 17
Community Plant Swap
Calling all plant loving friends! Invite your family and friends to the Center’s Community Plant Swap! Each person will bring a healthy/pest-free plant to swap with another one! We will exchange tips and tricks while enjoying tea and lemonade. Please contact the Center for full details on the event and to sign up!
Date: July 18 Time: 6:30PM
Active Adults
Rootbeer Floats
Come join us for Root Beer Day in August. Seniors 50+ come enjoy some delicious floats.
Date: August 11
Time: 12:30PM
Deadline to register: August 9
2nd Annual Watermelon Crawl
Come join us for our 2nd Annual Watermelon Crawl this August. Enjoy some delicious watermelon. We will have a contest for: Biggest Watermelon Bite, Seed Spitting Contest, Melon Guessing Game, Watermelon Roll. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place winners.
Date: August 8
Time: 5PM
Deadline to register: August 4
Country Dance with Jason Tally Band
Everyone 50+ is invited to join us as we dance along to live country music performed by the Jason Tally Band. You do not have to be a member of the Center to join in the fun, so bring your friends! We will provide snacks and drinks during this event. Mark your calendar!
Date: August 19
Time: 6PM
Waffle Breakfast
National Waffle Day is in August. Members 50+ come join us to enjoy some delicious waffles and toppings.
Date: August 30
Time: 8:30AM
Deadline to regiser: August 28
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