Council Member Junior Ezeonu invites residents to attend a District 8, At-Large Town Hall Meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the Main Library, 901 Conover Dr.
City departments providing an update at the meeting will include Police, Fire, Code Compliance, Parks, Arts & Recreation, and more. For those unable to attend, the meeting will be live-streamed through Zoom. Visit gptx.org for more information.
For those of you that live in the Grapevine area, you may have noticed the teams of flag football players that are out at Grapevine Middle School’s football field and track every Sunday morning, come rain or shine. If it is not flag football “season,” then the guys that come out are just playing for fun and bragging rights. But when the leagues start up, the guys you see are in serious competition. These leagues are sponsored in Grapevine by the Parks and Recreation Department.
I happened to be driving by last Sunday and decided to stop to see what was going on. I had passed the field many times before and had even stopped to chat up some of the players, who, at the time, were just out there for fun and typical male bonding. I heard some players call other players names I never knew existed, but it was all in good fun and I found myself laughing a lot.
However, last Sunday turned out to hold the last matches of the Winter Season, with the Spring League not beginning for another two weeks. I got the opportunity to chat up some members of “Dem Boyz,” a local team, the “Canes” (short for Hurricanes) from “all around,” according to them, and the “Flying Lions” from Arlington. Unfortunately, Dem Boyz, the guys I got to talk to the most, had to forfeit two games because the other teams didn’t show up, and another game was forfeited by a team that had only a few players show up.
Ms. Vickie, who was out there all day from late morning until 8-9pm, is the person who takes care of the Flag Football Leagues for the REC. She said all of the forfeits were most likely because none of the teams that were supposed to play that day had a chance to win first place, and that Sunday also marked the final games of the season. I guess I can’t blame them for staying home, though it was a beautiful, sunny and warm day.
In the meantime, a few of the guys from two teams started to play for fun, though the competitiveness and testosterone could be felt in the air and heard from the field.
The 4-on-4 League actually ended up having games later in the evening, but my local 8-on-8 team, which also plays 5-on-5, (Dem Boyz) had already left for home, no doubt to pray and read the Bible (yes, that was a joke).
Dem Boyz is made up of:
Wide Receiver Toleston describes himself as, “a very explosive, fast, athletic and great wide receiver, and an explosive rusher who has had a very explosive season.”
No matter how humble Dem Boyz are, don’t for a moment think that they can’t dominate on the field. They would have most likely come in second place in the Winter League if there hadn’t had been so many forfeits.
The Grapevine REC offers 8-on-8 Flag Football and 4-on-4 Flag Football leagues throughout the fall, winter and spring.
The 8-on-8 league consists of an eight-game season and games are played at Grapevine Colleyville ISD facilities, such as Grapevine Middle School. The 4-on-4 Flag Football season consists of a five-week schedule, with each week’s teams playing a double header. These games are played at The REC’s turf field.
The top four teams for each league qualify for a post-season tournament, if time allows.
For more information or to register, click HERE.
Posted in Dem Boyz, Parks and Rec, Sports, The REC
By Stacey Doud
Grapevine Parks & Rec is once again transforming the Botanical Gardens into Jurassic Park (without all the violence) from March 21 until April 5. This exhibit honors Lake Grapevine’s place in the Woodbine Formation, which consists predominately of sandstones and shales, and occurs in exposed outcrops in north central Texas and southern Oklahoma,
Called Jurassic Gardens, visitors can enjoy and learn about the many animatronic, life-size dinosaurs that once roamed the land they’re standing on. There are many other activities, such as a “bone dig,” some simple carnival games and many opportunities for learning.
The cost is $10 per person, with children 2 and under receiving FREE admission. Tickets go on sale Sunday, March 1, 2020 at https://gograpevine.com/event/jurassicgardens/.
But wait! There’s more!
After the sun goes down, visitors can experience the exhibits in a whole new “light” during Dinos After Dark. On Fridays, special guests will give special presentations about paleontology. On Saturday nights, popular dinosaur movies will be shown. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.
Both activities will be held from 7pm – 10pm and the cost is $10 per person (children under 2 are free).
The Movie Line-Up:
Jurassic Gardens Basic Info:
For more information, directions and tickets (after March 1), visit Grapevine Parks & Rec.
PRESS RELEASE
Grapevine, Texas: February 11, 2020: The Grapevine Rotary Club, along with the REC of Grapevine, sponsored and hosted a Senior Valentine Dinner and Dance at The REC of Grapevine in the elegantly decorated Stewart Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 5:30-9 p.m.
The event entertained 106 seniors for an evening of fine dining, live music by Now and Then, and festive dancing. Seniors dressed in cocktail attire enjoyed souvenir photos, chocolates, wine and roses, and promised to return next year.
Posted in Parks and Rec, Rotary, Senior Events, Seniors
Santa is taking some time to come visit Grapevine before he starts his Christmas Eve trip around the world! Come out to The REC and see him!
For more information, visit GoGrapevine.com
How are those new year’s resolutions going?
If you need an extra boost, check out some of our current offerings such as our Preva Cardio challenge, classes offered through our new FLEX PASS, or register your team for spring adult softball! You can also join us in February for Volunteer Appreciation & Recruitment Month and learn how you can get involved in your local community. Don’t forget that in February, our summer registration opens, so stay tuned for the next Go Grapevine Snapshot for summer camp details and dates.
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This week’s newsletter includes upcoming holiday camp info, registration openings, details on downtown Christmas lights, and a reminder that tickets are on sale to The Greatest Showman inspired Daddy Daughter Dance happening in early January!
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Courtesy of Grapevine Parks & Rec
Check out downtown Grapevine’s Christmas light shows and attractions! Here is some of what you can expect right here in the Christmas Capitol of Texas®!
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Registration for the Spring Youth Baseball & Softball season is now open! In the spirit of the holiday season, we have a discount gift of $10 off your league registration when you register in the month of December. Divisions will begin to fill up quickly, so make sure to register prior to February 1 to avoid a late fee. The Spring GBS season will begin Saturday, March 23. Visit GBSA.org for division pricing and registration.
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Grapevine Parks & Recreation has teamed up again this holiday season with Higher Goals to provide Christmas and New Year’s youth basketball camps. Camp is open to boys and girls ages 7-15 at all skill levels. The camps are a great mix of fun and learning and provides an awesome way to stay in shape during the holidays. Each camp is $90 for all three days. Please register at GoGrapevine.com, or for more information, call 817.410.3450.
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Elfie Selfie Photo Contest:
We’re brining some fun to the holidays this year with our ‘Elfie Selfie’ photo contest running from December 3 – 21. Participants receive a chance to win a $50 REC gift card.
Here’s how to play:
• Follow us on both Instagram (@GoGrapevine) and Facebook at Grapevine Parks & Recreation
• Find our Elf hidden around The REC and take a selfie with him
• Post your photo, tag @GoGrapevine, and use the hashtag #RECTheHalls
The person who posts the most selfies during the contest wins. Winner will be announced after Christmas. Good luck!
The REC of Grapevine will be observing the holidays & festivities and will have the following operating hours:
Dove Creek Day Camp for Christmas!
The summer months will be here before you know it! Give the gift of summer camp this Christmas to your Dove Creek Day Camp Camper! The shores of Grapevine Lake can be your child’s adventure of a lifetime. Camp offers the experience of overnight camp without the hassle of packing for a full week of overnight camp. Register today at GoGrapevine.com. Looking for Christmas gifts for your summer camper? Check out this summer camp gift guide.
iNaturalist Explorers – Winter Tree ID & Nature Walk:
Identifying many trees in the winter can be tricky after they have lost their green leaves. Join iNaturalist Explorers and learn winter plant ID skills with plant ecologist Suzanne Tuttle, former Manager of the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. Join us on Saturday, December 1 at Parr Park (3010 Parr Lane) from 1:00 – 3:00pm to take a guided nature walk and document wild plants and animals along the way with the iNaturalist app. All ages are welcome to join and smart phones are helpful but not required. For more information email Betsy Marsh.
Why practice alone? Join us on Thursday, December 6 (10:30 – 11:30 am) and shoot with friends and enjoy friendly competition and camaraderie. This group is for those who want to keep their shooting skills sharp or practice for the License to Carry class. We will be practicing at Bass Pro Shooting Range (2501 Bass Pro Drive). You may register at the Active Adult desk at The REC or by calling 817.410.3465. The fee is $10/person.
Join us on the last clean-up of the year on Saturday, December 15! Our little Park is doing fabulous and we’ll make it even better to ring in the New Year! We’ll meet at Acorn Woods Park (Oak Grove Loop South) at 10:00am and work until 12:00pm. Wear weather appropriate clothing, bring heavy gloves, and don’t forget your water! Contact the Active Adults desk at 817.410.3465 to get signed up.
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Posted in Grapevine, Parks and Rec
Graphic: Grapevine Parks & Rec
The Cotton Belt Trail system in Grapevine is getting longer.
A design is currently in the works for a 1.5-mile trail that will link up to where the trail currently ends at Ball Street and Dallas Road. The city will construct the trail to travel along Dallas to Texan Trail.
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Posted in Grapevine, Parks and Rec
Check out this week’s NEW bi-weekly newsletter, Go Grapevine Snapshot. This is a “snapshot” of updates and news on everything Parks and Rec related including closures, events, and upcoming programs!
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Due to the heavy rainfall, some parks, boat ramps, and parking lots and fields have been closed. The current closures are Minnow Loop at Oak Grove, all boat ramps (except Katie’s Woods, high water), and ALL athletic fields are CLOSED until further notice. With the predicted rainfall in the forecast, we anticipate needing to close Meadowmere and Lakeview on Monday. Check the alert button on GoGrapevine.com to stay updated! For athletic fields, call the rainout hotline at 817.410.3475.
Our final Sunset Concert is this Saturday, October 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm with Mad Men Swing Band! So bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy a relaxing fall evening of various music styles at The REC of Grapevine. This FREE outdoor concert will have food trucks onsite to purchase from or you may bring your own food (no glass is allowed).
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and The REC is offering FREE admission into the facility on any Thursday when you wear PINK!Guest needs to be with a current member. Help us increase awareness of the disease, raise funds for research into causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. Visit The REC front desk for more information about our PINK initiatives.
If you’ve been thinking about adding a special fur baby to the family, then this is the purrrrfect opportunity to adopt. The REC of Grapevine and Grapevine Animal Shelter and Adoption Center have partnered to offer some fun-filled yoga classes! We’ve had three successful Puppy and Kitty Cat Yoga sessions so far and our last session is next Saturday, October 27 (10:00 – 10:45 am). You can register by visiting GoGrapevine.com or by calling 817.410.3450.
Join us for November’s Game Nights as part of After Hours, a NEW Active Adults themed program that encourages seniors to try a new and exciting activity each month. Bring a friend, test your mettle, and have fun hangin’ around! Each Tuesday in November, come play some fun and challenging games with us! To find out more information, contact the Active Adults desk at 817.410.3465.
This award-winning program is taught by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Grapevine staff, and consists of 8, two-hour classes. The program is FREE and is designed to help adults 60+ years of age reduce their fear of falling through group discussion, problem solving strategies and increasing levels of physical activity. The Matter of Balance class meets October 1 through October 24 on Mondays and Wednesday (9:30 – 11:30 am). For more information, contact the Active Adults desk at 817.410.3465.
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