City of Tyler Parks and Recreation

Happy September, Friends of the Parks! We're so excited to share all of our upcoming events and programs with you. If you see any issues out at the parks, trails, or facilities, please complete the Maintenance Request form and together we can continue to Keep Tyler Beautiful. Please contact us at (903) 531-1370 if you would like any additional information regarding this newsletter. 

September 2024

IN THIS ISSUE

Tyler Tournament Series

Parks Service Day

and More...

Parks Offices Closed Sept. 2

The Parks offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, Sept. 3.  For questions, call (903) 531-1370.

Register for Tyler Tournament Series till Sept. 20

Registration is open until Sept. 20 for an exciting new tournament series! Pickleball- Oct. 5, $25 per team, Pollard Park Kickball- Oct.12, $150 per team, Faulkner Park Flag football- Oct. 19, $130 per team, Location TBD Cornhole- Oct. 26, $25 per team, Location TBD For more information and registration, visit https://bit.ly/3SbKn9P.

It's All in the Bag with a Hat on Top Exhibit Sept. 7 - Oct. 5

Visit the Goodman-LeGrand Museum for an exciting new vintage purse and hat exhibit from Sept. 7 through Oct. 5!  Learn more at www.GoodmanMuseum.com.

Annual Project Daffodil Bulb Sale till Sept. 27

The annual Keep Tyler Beautiful Project Daffodil Bulb Sale returns! Once again this year you can also purchase wildflower seeds to brighten your garden. Help us Keep Tyler Beautiful by planting these lovely flowers in your yard and support our programs! Visit https://bit.ly/4ch1kXf to purchase yours until Sept. 27 and learn more! For additional questions, call (903) 531-1335 or email KTyB@tylertexas.com.

Register for Parks Service Day Sept. 21

Join us for Park Service Day 2024 at the Tyler Senior Center and Fun Forest Park! This in-person event is a great opportunity to give back to the community while enjoying the outdoors. 

We’re eager to join forces with the community to enhance these valued places and make them even more welcoming! Pre-registered volunteers receive a shirt and lunch. Register to volunteer now at https://bit.ly/KTB24PSD.

Glass Recreation Center

Join us for Step Aerobics at Glass Rec!

$20 per month or $5 per class.

For more information, call (903) 595-7271.

Check out the Glass Recreation Center calendar for open pickleball hours at TylerParksandRec.com.

For more information, call (903) 595-7271.

Learn to Belly Dance!

$45 - members, $60 - nonmembers, drop-in rate $10 (2x drop-in max).

For more information, visit bit.ly/GRC_Classes.

Learn more about the programs and services offered at the Glass Recreation Center!

Save the Dates for Fall Events

Get excited for these Fall Events and much more! Visit www.TylerParksandRec.com or follow us on Facebook for updates and more information. 

• Putt Putt in the Park at The Children's Park of Tyler Sept. 14
• Movies in the Park Series returns beginning Oct. 5
• Rose Festival Arts & Crafts Fair Oct. 19 - 20
• Twilight Ride at Noble E. Young Park Oct. 26
• Fall Family Fun Festival at Glass Recreation Center Oct. 26
• Arbor Day Nov. 23

Senior Center

The Tyler Senior Center offers a variety of classes and activities for seniors 55 or better. Memberships are FREE! Join us once a month for Friday Night Dance at the Senior Center!  For the schedule of events and programs, visit www.TylerParksandRec.com

Where Community Meets Adventure

The Tyler Parks & Rec Department is Where Community Meets Adventure!  Look out for fun ways to connect with us on Facebook and share your #AdventureTyler stories!

ICYMI: Roses and Weeds Podcast: Parks Edition

Tune in to the latest episode of Roses and Weeds to uncover the beauty, diversity, and community spirit of the Tyler Parks & Rec Department.  Listen now at https://bit.ly/3Ssfn5x.

There are many more classes and programs available through Parks and Recreation. Visit www.TylerParksandRec.com or call (903) 531-1370 to learn more!