Category: City News

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: Celebrating Our Fitness Team Champions!

We’re thrilled to recognize two outstanding members of our City of Kettering PRCA fitness staff who continue to make a lasting impact on our community’s health and wellness journey. Kevin Crisler – 11 Years of Excellence For over a decade, Kevin has been the cornerstone of fitness at the Kettering Recreation Complex. As both a … Continued

July is Park and Recreation Month!

For 40 years, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has celebrated Park and Recreation Month, celebrating the incredible impact of parks and recreation professionals who help build stronger, more vibrant communities. Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is excited to join the celebration this July by showcasing what makes our park system special! Every … Continued

Rosewood Arts Center Announces Call to Artists

Rosewood Arts Center announces a call to artists in Ohio and surrounding states to participate in the 19th annual HWD Juried Sculpture Exhibition with the Kettering Health Art Gallery at Rosewood Arts Center. HWD (Height x Width x Depth) is the area’s only gallery exhibition devoted exclusively to sculpture. The exhibition will be on display … Continued

FITNESS MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Ben Edwards 

Meet Ben, a one-year member of Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center whose journey proves that fitness is so much more than just looking good – it’s about reclaiming your life! From Challenge to Champion:Ben’s fitness journey began with a simple moment of self-awareness at the pool. That motivation led him to drop 30 pounds and discover … Continued

Fitness Member Spotlight: Dale Bell!

Meet Dale – Proving That Age is Just a Number at 87!We’re thrilled to spotlight Dale Bell, an incredible 87-year-old member who shows us what determination and resilience look like! After a successful 30+ year career with the Mead Corporation, Dale moved from Georgia back to Ohio to be closer to family and has been … Continued

DYNAMIC DUO FITNESS SPOTLIGHT

Meet Mary Hunsaker & Geralyn Perkins – two incredible women who prove that fitness is better together! Mary Hunsaker – Retired Elementary Teacher ~ 4 years of group fitness classes at KRC ~Mom of 2, grandmother of 5 amazing grandkids ~From never imagining she’d try bootcamp to absolutely LOVING it! ~“I have tons of personal … Continued

FITNESS MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Sam Tokar & Jenn Meek 

POWER COUPLE ALERT! Meet this month’s spotlight members, Sam Tokar and Jenn Meek, who prove that fitness is better when shared!Sam has called KFWC home for an impressive 13 years, with Jenn joining him on his fitness journey for the past 5. Together, they’ve become fixtures in our community, supporting each other through challenges and … Continued

AQUATICS SPOTLIGHT: Meet Tom McManus! 

This week’s aquatics spotlight shines on Tom McManus, a devoted member of our Kettering Recreation Complex community since 2010! After retiring from Civil Service with the Department of Defense in 2009, Tom moved from California to Kettering to be closer to family. He quickly made our aquatic center part of his regular routine, visiting three … Continued

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