Prosper offers several programs tailored to Active Adults aged 55 or better. If you have questions about Active Adult activities, please send an email to programs@prospertx.gov or call 972-569-1160.
Smartphone Photography
Monday, January 13th | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | The 407 Rec Center - 407 E First St, Prosper, TX
Want to learn how to take better pictures with your smartphone? Come enjoy this free presentation given by the Visual Arts of Prosper and learn about the importance of supporting art.
Special Programs
Cash Bingo
Monday, November 25th | 1:00 p.m. | The 407 Rec Center - 407 E First St, Prosper, TX
Every other Monday. $10 for 10 games with 3 chances to win per game. We will pay out up to $10 per game, depending on amount of players. Any amount leftover will be raffled off. No registration required. Daubers are provided!
Book Club - December Session
Wednesday, December 18th | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | The 407 Rec Center - 407 E First St, Prosper, TX
Discover new stories, share insights, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts at our book club organized by the Prosper Community Library! We meet every two months. This month's book is The Turtle House by Amanda Churchill with an in-person book signing by Amanda herself! No fee or registration required.
NEW! 55+ Walking Club: Walkie Talkies
NEXT WALK: Thursday, November 21st | 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Lakewood Park - 621 S Coit Rd, Prosper, TX
Come enjoy the fresh outdoor air while walking through brand new Lakewood Park! We meet every other week on Thursday evenings. No fees; registration is not required.
For questions about Walkie Talkies, please contact Stephanie at stephaniedurst@gmail.com.
Wednesday, December 11th | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | The 407 Rec Center - 407 E First St, Prosper, TX
The class will start promptly on the hour! Doors open 15 minutes early. Be
ready to become a smarter, safer driver on the road! Sign up to:
- Learn research-based safety strategies
that can reduce the likelihood of having a crash.
- Learn how aging, medications, alcohol,
and other health-related issues affect driving ability, and ways to adjust to
allow for these changes.
- Know how to drive safely when sharing
the road with other road users.
- Learn when driving may no longer be
safe.
- Learn the newest safety and advanced
features in vehicles.
- Increase confidence.
Instructor: Dr. Judy Converso, AARP
District Coordinator
Cost: $20
for AARP members, $25 for non-members. Cash/Check ONLY.
Required: AARP card (members
only), valid driver's license, and payment (cash/check ONLY) to be paid onsite
before the course.
Make your reservation here.
Weekly Activities
Bowling
Join us every Tuesday for a fun-filled afternoon of bowling, meeting new people, getting exercise, and sharing laughter. Our laid-back group is not a league; there are no obligations, penalties, competition, or teams. You're welcome to come once or on a weekly basis, and we encourage bowlers of all skill levels to join us! Whether you score an 85 or a 185, you'll feel right at home. Registration is not required.
Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. @ Strikz Entertainment, 8789 Lebanon Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
$12 per week due at the door. This covers three games and shoes. You only pay for the weeks you play.
For questions about bowling, please contact Barbara Cottone at bcottone@prospertx.gov.
Any variety of dominoes-based games including 42, Mexican Train, or even Chickenfoot.
Score points by making as many melds as possible, including Canastas.
| Chair Yoga - 2024 Fall | REGISTER |
Chair yoga is great for those with limited mobility, vertigo, or those who have a sedentary lifestyle. Chair Yoga allows the yoga instructor to adapt postures making it accessible to everyone. A chair practice incorporates all of the tools of a regular yoga class such as deep breathing, postures and relaxation. The student receives the same benefits as a mat class without the difficulty of getting on the floor. Try Chair Yoga to:
SPECIAL SESSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH 9:15AM - 10:15AM - $12 |
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| Date Information: Thursdays, 8:00-9:00 a.m. | |
| Cost Information: $12 per class when registering for the session; $15 to drop-in to one class | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
| Location: The 407 Rec Center, 407 E. First St. Prosper, TX | |
| Contact: Stephanie Kimball - 214-282-5058 - prosperkimballs@gmail.com | |
| Watercolor Painting Class - 2024 Fall | REGISTER |
Group water coloring classes led by award winning water color artist, Trish Poupard. Individual classes are $35 plus a $7 supply fee. Sign up for ALL THREE classes for a $15 discount totaling $90 and a $21 supply fee. Beta Fish Watercolor Project: October 26, 1-2:30 p.m.The below picture shows a painting the instructor has transferred and started to ink some lines in. There is no paint yet applied. The class will work from the reference photo using beautiful colors of professional watercolor paint. Supplies: Subject color copy, transfer paper, professional watercolor paper, a palette with paint, pencil, dark blue ink marker, paintbrush, water container, paper towels.  Monotone Floral Watercolor Project: November 16, 1-2:30 p.m.Participants will do a miniature version of Trish's painting, below. This is a mini project which teaches artists about the importance of values in a painting. A gorgeous monotone floral will be able to be framed by the students after attaching to the black mat provided. Supplies: Color copy of subject, transfer paper, professional watercolor paper, pencil, palette with paint, paint brush, and a black mat.  Poinsettia Watercolor Project: December 14, 1-2:30 p.m.Students will paint a miniature version of Trish's painting below. There will be no mat provided. Supplies: Reference color copy, transfer paper, watercolor paper, pencil, palette with paint, paint brush.  |
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| Date Information: See Description | |
| Cost Information: See Description | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
| Location: 407 E. First St. Prosper, TX 75078 | |
| Contact: Trish Poupard - 626-862-9869 - trish@trishpoupard.com | |
| Chair Yoga - 2024 Winter | REGISTER |
Chair yoga is great for those with limited mobility, vertigo, or those who have a sedentary lifestyle. Chair Yoga allows the yoga instructor to adapt postures making it accessible to everyone. A chair practice incorporates all of the tools of a regular yoga class such as deep breathing, postures and relaxation. The student receives the same benefits as a mat class without the difficulty of getting on the floor. Try Chair Yoga to:
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| Date Information: Thursdays, 8:00-9:00 a.m. | |
| Cost Information: $12 per class when registering for the session; $15 to drop-in to one class | |
| Age Rqmt: 18+ | |
| Location: The 407 Rec Center, 407 E. First St. Prosper, TX | |
| Contact: Stephanie Kimball - 214-282-5058 - prosperkimballs@gmail.com | |
