Wylie Weekly Issue No. 2

Did you know!

Wylie, TX, was once known as the “City of Wide Awake Wylie” due to its early reputation for being a lively town where businesses stayed open late into the night. This nickname was popular in the 1880s and 1890s, highlighting the community’s energetic spirit and bustling economy, which were driven by its railroad connections and thriving agricultural trade. While businesses don’t stay open late like they did in the 1880s, Wylie’s lively community spirit remains strong through its events, festivals, and welcoming atmosphere!

🌟 Around Town This Week

Groves Elementary 2nd Grade Program 🎵
📅 Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Groves Elementary School, 1100 McCreary Rd, Wylie, TX

Details: Come support the 2nd graders at Groves Elementary as they showcase their creativity and hard work in this special performance.

📚 DIY Book Page Wreath Workshop

📅 Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd, Wylie, TX

Details: Upcycle worn materials and craft your very own wreath made of book pages! All materials are provided for this fun and creative workshop.

Age Requirement: Ages 18+ (age limits strictly enforced).

For more information, call the Help Desk at 972-516-6250, Option 3.

📖 Adult Winter Reading Challenge

📅 Dates: January 2 – March 1, 2025

Details: Snuggle up and read this winter! Reflect on the year you've had and embrace a fresh start by diving into great books. Read three books to earn a badge, and for each badge earned, you'll receive one entry into the grand prize drawing.

How to Join: Sign up and track your progress on Beanstack.

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy good reads and exciting prizes!

/🎭 Fitness & Community Fun in Wylie!

💃 Wylie ISD Combined Drill Team Showoffs

📅 Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: WHS Montgomery Center

Details: Get ready for a dazzling night of dance as Wylie ISD’s top drill teams take the stage for the 3rd Annual Combined Drill Team Showoffs! This free event will showcase performances from all five WISD drill teams, including:

✨ WHS Pacesetters
✨ WEHS Sapphires
✨ McMillan Dazzlers
✨ Cooper Sparklers
✨ Burnett Sweethearts

Come out and support these talented performers as they bring their energy, precision, and teamwork to the spotlight!

Upcoming activities at the Wylie Recreation Center (300 Country Club Road, Building 200) for the week of January 30 to February 6, 2025:

1. Yoga for Beginners 🧘‍♀️

• Date & Time: Monday, February 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Description: An introductory yoga class focusing on basic poses and breathing techniques. Suitable for those new to yoga.

2. Kids' Art Workshop 🎨

• Date & Time: Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

• Description: A creative session where children aged 6-12 can explore various art mediums and techniques. All materials provided.

3. Zumba Fitness Class 💃

• Date & Time: Thursday, February 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Description: A high-energy dance fitness class combining Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise. Open to all fitness levels.

4. Senior Tai Chi Session 🥋

• Date & Time: Friday, January 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• Description: Gentle Tai Chi movements aimed at improving balance and flexibility for seniors.

5. Family Game Night 🎲

• Date & Time: Saturday, February 1, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Description: An evening of board games and fun activities for the whole family. Refreshments will be provided.

For more details or to register for these activities, please visit the Wylie Recreation Center's online registration portal or call 972-516-6340.

📰 Local News Briefs

• Two people died in a structure fire at the Southfork Mobile Home Community on January 25, 2025. The fire was extinguished quickly, but the property was a total loss. The cause is under investigation but believed to be accidental.

• On January 22, 2025, Guy Reffitt, a Wylie resident convicted for his role in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, was pardoned by President Donald Trump along with an estimated 1,500 others.

• A Wylie woman, Victoria Baribe, 25, was seriously injured on December 2, 2024, when she was run over by a car driven by an 18-year-old Wylie High School student. The incident stemmed from a confrontation related to a high school football game.

• The Wylie Police Department recently held its 3rd Annual "Hoopin with the Blue" event, collaborating with Wylie Fire Rescue.

• The City of Wylie recently held a City Council meeting on January 28, 2025, and will be followed by a Mayor's Council Recap on January 31, 2025. These meetings provided updates on key city projects, policy discussions, and community initiatives.

💼 Wylie Chamber Connections

🤝 Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork Meeting

📅 Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Landon Winery, 103 N. Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX

Fees/Admission: Guest lunches are free for the first three visits; $16 per lunch thereafter.

Details: Interested in making a positive impact in your community and around the world? Join the Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork—a service organization comprised of professionals, retirees, and volunteers committed to local and international projects. Their efforts aim to combat hunger, alleviate poverty, and promote health and education.

Rotary International, the world’s first service club organization, has over 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Under the motto "Service Above Self," Rotarians work together to improve communities and create lasting change.

Learn more about their initiatives and get involved by visiting Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork's Facebook.

💼 Wylie Area Chamber Connect

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd, Building 300, Wylie, TX

Fees/Admission: No charge. Guests are welcome.

Details: Build your network of local contacts at this weekly morning meeting hosted by the Wylie Area Chamber of Commerce. Whether you're a seasoned expert or a budding entrepreneur, this event provides a platform to connect, share about your business, and meet others in the community.

The format includes:

• A 30-second introduction for each guest

• A member spotlight speaker

• One-on-one networking opportunities

Bring your favorite morning beverage and get ready to grow your connections! For more information, contact Mary Ann Olson or Tina Stelnicki via email.

🗣️ Weekly Wylie Wisecrackers Toastmasters Meeting

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
📍 Location: Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 701 North Highway 78, Wylie, TX

Fees/Admission: Members pay $60 every six months.

Details: Join the Wylie Wisecrackers, a Toastmasters International club dedicated to helping individuals conquer their fear of public speaking and enhance leadership skills. Whether you're speaking to a small group or a large audience, their supportive and structured meetings provide a proven system to help you grow and reach your full potential in public speaking.

Newcomers are welcome to experience a friendly and encouraging environment while learning effective communication skills.

For more information, visit Wylie Wisecrackers Toastmasters Website or contact Gary Moore via email.

🤝 Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork Meeting

📅 Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Landon Winery, 103 N. Ballard Ave, Wylie, TX

Fees/Admission: Guest lunches are free for the first three visits; $16 per lunch thereafter.

Details: Interested in making a positive impact in your community and the world? Join the Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork—a service organization of professionals, retirees, and volunteers committed to local and international service projects. Their efforts focus on combating hunger, alleviating poverty, promoting health and education, and more.

As a member of Rotary International, the world’s first service club organization with over 1.2 million members globally, Rotarians work to create meaningful change under the motto "Service Above Self."

Learn more about their mission and projects by visiting Rotary Club of Wylie East Fork's Facebook.

🏅 Wylie Sports Highlights

🏅 Wylie Sports Hall of Honor Inductees Announced

Wylie will honor former head football coach Bill Howard, Richard Edge, Colby Harper, and Justin Young with induction into the Wylie Sports Hall of Honor. The ceremony will take place on February 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM at McMillan Junior High, celebrating their outstanding contributions to Wylie athletics.

🤼 Wylie Retains the Belt in Thrilling Wrestling Showdown

In an exhilarating annual Battle for the Belt, the Wylie Pirates defeated the Wylie East Raiders with a 44-30 victory. The dual was filled with action-packed matches, including eight pins across ten bouts. Key performances came from Jonathan Ewton, who earned an 18-0 technical fall at 132 pounds, and Muataza Al Khalidi, whose pin at 165 pounds secured the win for Wylie. Both teams showed incredible skill and determination, setting the stage for an exciting District 6-6A Tournament later this month.

🏆 Sports Schedule

📅 For a full list of Wylie ISD sports events happening from January 30 to February 6, check out the schedule here: Wylie ISD Athletics Calendar 🏆⚽🏀

📢 Don't miss these exciting games and support your Wylie athletes!

Thank You for Joining Us Again!

We’re thrilled to bring you the second issue of Wylie Weekly, and we couldn’t do it without your support! Your enthusiasm and engagement help us continue celebrating and connecting our amazing community. Thank you for being part of this journey—we’re just getting started! 🎉

As Wylie continues to grow and thrive, we hope to grow right alongside it—bringing you the stories, events, and news that matter most.

Got ideas for our next issue? Whether it’s featuring a favorite local spot, highlighting a community hero, or covering a topic you care about, we’d love to hear from you.

Warm regards,
The Wylie Weekly Team
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