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...
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...
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...
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...
Sponsorship Opportunities The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is delighted to share new opportunities to partner with us. Is your business or organization looking for new solutions to market to individuals or families that are active, health conscious, love outdoor activities in the local community? We have created a wide range...
August 28 - October 6, 2017 Reception: Thursday, August 31, 6 - 8pm Rosewood Gallery in Kettering, Ohio is pleased to announce the opening of the 11th annual HWD, a juried exhibition for sculpture artists in Ohio and surrounding states. HWD (Height x Width x Depth) is the area’s only gallery exhibition devoted exclusively to sculpture. The exhibition runs...
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...
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...
Get Wild! Be a Kettering Parks Volunteer! If you like to be outside and would like to bring the love of nature to others, consider volunteering for the Kettering Parks Habitat Environmental Education staff. We offer Land Lab K-5 programs, as well as summer science and nature camps, environmental programs and events for all ages....
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...
The Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department provides American Red Cross Water Safety programs taught by authorized instructors in a supportive environment. All classes take place at the Kettering Recreation Complex. Upcoming Programs Details about our lifeguarding programs are available below. Registration for American Red Cross courses can be done online, in-person, or by...
Meghan Dillon is an art teacher at Kettering Fairmont High school. An active member of the local arts community, she has served on the Kettering Arts Council since 2013. Meghan's artwork was recently selected for exhibition in Ohio University's School of Art + Design's "State of the Arts" exhibition. An image of the piece is...
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...
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?...
Meet Susan Bennett, a member of the Kettering Arts Council! Susan has lived with her husband, Kevin, in Kettering for 31 years. Susan is a graduate of Centerville High School, received her Bachelors of Art Education from The Ohio State University and her Masters of Art Education from the University of Dayton. Susan recently retired...
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...
Online registration has proved a big challenge for many of our patrons. Your calls and social media comments didn’t go unheard. Starting September 11, 2017, we’ll be launching a three-day update process to our registration system. The system will be down from September 11 – 13. And remember – our registration site is separate from...
