We continue our series introducing the members of the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board with member Shane Sullivan! How long have you been a member of the Parks board, and what inspired you to become involved? I have been on the PRCA board for two years. I live and work in Kettering, … Continued
Our series introducing the members of the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board continues with Vice Chair, Laura Arber! How long have you served on the Kettering Parks board? What inspired you to get involved? This is my fourth year. I went through the Kettering Leadership Academy and learned about all the opportunities … Continued
What led you to a career in cultural arts? Can you tell us about your background? A winding life, haha! My background is primarily in dance performance and choreography. I was fortunate to be able to perform professionally for about six years. I performed regionally, in New York City, and around the world, including a … Continued
We’re continuing our series highlighting the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board. Today, meet Board Chair, Carrie Kihn! How long have you served on the Kettering Parks board? Six years Why do you feel parks, recreation and cultural arts important to Kettering? The parks and cultural arts are important because they give people … Continued
The Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board was created to promote a comprehensive parks, recreation and cultural arts program for the citizens of Kettering. The advisory board also fosters working relationships with schools, community and civic organizations and provides the general public with information and education with regards to parks, recreation and cultural … Continued
Meet Kettering Arts Council member, Tracy McElfresh! Tracy is the former co-owner of Sew Dayton, and is now the owner and founder of Tracy’s Sewing Studio. She has 10 years experience in alterations and custom sewing in the industry and her goal is to inspire the public by designing time period pieces, costumes and creating … Continued
We’re continuing our series of profiles on our talented Kettering PRCA team members! Learn what inspired them to choose careers in parks and recreation and what they love about working with the community. Next up: Environmental Education Supervisor, Kerri Miles What led you to a career in environmental education? I’ve always loved the outdoors. My … Continued
Brandon Douglas from Parks maintenance has some helpful tips on how to care for your lawn this fall, so it’s beautiful when spring rolls around. Here are his suggestions: Fall is a great time to put down the last application of fertilizer on lawns to help promote root growth throughout the winter and also giving … Continued
Kettering’s Cultural Arts Program Supervisor, Andy Dailey, has a solo exhibition, Drawn Through, currently on view at Rosewood Gallery. Here, he talks inspiration, artistic practice, and balancing life and artmaking. How has working at Rosewood inspired your work as an artist? I think working at Rosewood has inspired my work as an artist in a number … Continued
From kids to seniors, everyone needs to incorporate physical activity into their life each day. If you’re worried you don’t have time to meet the CDC’s guidelines, check out these quick and easy ways to get moving each day. Walk or bike instead of driving. If you must drive, park at the end of the … Continued
