Active Older Adult Special Events

Virtual Reality, Conducted by Aging is Cool - Sponsored by Brookdale San Marcos North

Have you ever wanted to swim with the sharks or go on an African safari?  Would you like to visit the Eifel Tower, or the Great Pyramids of Egypt? Well, now you can, using virtual reality. Try out this latest technology for free by signing up for our 60+ Virtual Reality program, sponsored by Brookdale San Marcos North and conducted by Aging is Cool. Instructors from Aging is Cool will walk participants through the process of how to use virtual reality headsets and give them a chance to experience a virtual world with a guided virtual reality session. Registration is required and is limited to 15 individuals. Each person registered will experience about 10 minutes of virtual reality. 

Upcoming Date

Monday, September 18, 2023 at 3:00pm at the San Marcos Activity Center.  

Registration

This is a FREE program and registration is required. You do not need to be a member of the San Marcos Activity Center to participate. For more information and to register, visit the ACTIVE net website or call 512-393-8280. 

Additional Information

Prior to participating in a program or event, all participants must agree that they have read and understand the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department Release and Waiver of Liability.

Silver Singers Karaoke - Sponsored by United Healthcare

Calling all music lovers, it’s karaoke time! Unleash your inner Rock or Country Star at Silver Singers Karaoke event. Whether you are a natural star on stage or you only sing in the shower, you will have great fun singing your favorite songs and enjoying some light refreshments provided by United Healthcare! If you suffer from stage fright and you are not ready to grab the mic, that is okay, all are welcome to join us and listen to the talented singers in our area.  

Upcoming Date

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 2pm at the San Marcos Activity Center.  

Additional Information

This is a FREE program and registration is not required. You do not need to be a member of the San Marcos Activity Center to attend karaoke. Prior to participating in a program or event, all participants must agree that they have read and understand the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department Release and Waiver of Liability. For more information, visit the ACTIVE net website or call 512-393-8280.

Pumpkin Decorating - Sponsored by WellMed

You are invited to join us for our first ever Pumpkin Decorating event, sponsored by WellMed.  Participants will be given a pumpkin to decorate as they wish, using acrylic paints and various craft supplies. This is a free event and all supplies, including the pumpkins, will be provided by WellMed and San Marcos Parks and Recreation.  Registration is required and is limited to 40. 

Upcoming Date

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 11am at Dunbar Recreation Center.

Registration

This is a FREE program and registration is required. You do not need to be a member of the San Marcos Activity Center to participate. For more information and to register, visit the ACTIVE net website or call 512-393-8280. 

Additional Information

Prior to participating in a program or event, all participants must agree that they have read and understand the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department Release and Waiver of Liability.

Step By Step Painting - Sponsored by United Healthcare

Join us for Step by Step Painting, sponsored by United Healthcare. Our next class will have a little twist to it, when compared to previous class meetings.  Participants will be painting a canvas tote bag, instead of painting a picture on a standard art canvas. Participants  will be led by an art instructor that will help them with their designs. Each bag will be unique, as participants decorate their individual bags.  Stencils and patterns will be available for participants to use in the decorating process.  All supplies are provided by United Healthcare and the Parks and Recreation Department. Registration is required and is limited to 40. 

Upcoming Date

Friday, October 20, 2023 at 2:00 PM  at Dunbar Recreation Center.

Registration

This is a FREE program and registration is required. You do not need to be a member of the San Marcos Activity Center to participate. For more information and to register, visit the ACTIVE net website or call 512-393-8280. 

Additional Information

Prior to participating in a program or event, all participants must agree that they have read and understand the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department Release and Waiver of Liability.