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are offered throughout the year include tennis, dance, and fitness. Senior recreation
programming targets a vast age group starting at the young age of 50. The activities and
programs include health, wellness, enrichment, education, special events and travel
opportunities. The Recreation Department
strives to provide diverse programming, so
that everyone may find something they are
compelled to participate in.

7. Provide special events that promote a
sense of community in a safe and fun
environment
5.2- Support a variety of community
events, concerts and celebrations
5.4- Actively seek public / private
partnerships
Recreation provides special events
throughout the year to all ages and interests
of the community. Winter Ball is an event for the entire family, and is an opportunity for
Mothers and Sons and/or Dads and Daughters to spend a special night together dancing,
playing games, and bonding. The Bunny Brunch/Lunch has transformed the traditional egg
hunt to an event that includes brunch or lunch,
a petting zoo, egg hunt, pictures with the
bunny, and spring prizes. The Texas Junior
Anglers event is an opportunity for youth to
experience the sport of fishing and enjoy the
outdoors. The Senior Health Fair is an event
for citizens to receive a variety of information
from health, education, senior services, and of
course to get the annual flu shot. The
Recreation Department actively seeks
sponsorships and donations from area
businesses, civic groups, and individuals. The
sponsors and donations enhance the quality
and variety of events that are offered to the
City of Colleyville residents.

Additionally, Parks and Recreation works with
other city departments to plan and produce three larger city events throughout the year.
The first event, Stars & Guitars is an outdoor concert that is held annually in June. The
event is held at City Park and includes reserved table and open lawn seating. Attendees
can enjoy a concert under the stars, while dining on a variety of foods offered at a food
truck park.

The second event, the Harvest Festival is an outdoor event that is held annually the third
Saturday in October. This event is held at the Colleyville City Plaza and includes fall
activities and treats, a costume contest, a petting zoo and a food truck park. Princesses,
pirates, goblins and ghouls can enjoy a day of Halloween/fall amusement under sunny
skies.

The third event, the Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration is an outdoor event that is
held annually the first Friday in December. The event is held at the Colleyville City
Hall/Library in the Village Plaza and includes the lighting of the city tree, community

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