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
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
From dance to swimming to traditional exercise, Kettering is full of ways for senior adults to have fun and stay healthy! Check out this selection of indoor activities to keep your exercise plan going during the chillier weather. 1. Senior Drop-In Gym Offered weekday mornings to adults ages 55+, this is the perfect opportunity to … Continued
Kettering Ice Arena Spotlight: Lillian, age 12, figure skater Curious about the people who practice at Kettering Ice Arena? We’re catching up with our figure skaters and hockey players to learn why they love their sports, how they practice and more fun facts about them! What’s your favorite thing about skating? Learning double jumps and … Continued
Kettering Ice Arena Spotlight: Daphne, age 13, figure skater Curious about the people who practice at Kettering Ice Arena? We’re catching up with our figure skaters and hockey players to learn why they love their sports, how they practice and more fun facts. Check out our first interview below. What’s your favorite thing about skating? … Continued
Award-winning ceramics artist CJ Niehaus is coming to Rosewood later this month. She talked with our social team about what inspires her to create artwork, how she got started as an artist and why she loves teaching others to create. What was your first experience with ceramic art? What inspired you to decide to pursue … Continued
