When Louise “Lou” Dyer first attended a dance class at Kettering’s Rosewood Arts Center in 2021, her parents Megan and Dan Dyer were thrilled to find a program that welcomed their 6-year-old daughter, who uses a wheelchair, with open arms. Now, thanks to recent renovations focused on accessibility, Lou and other children with disabilities can … Continued
The arts are alive and thriving at the newly reimagined Rosewood Arts Center! With specialized studios, custom spaces, and a fresh layout, Rosewood is ready to unlock creativity, connection, and accessibility in our community. In the coming months, we will highlight how Rosewood serves and brings value to all groups through unique programming, events, and … Continued
Forty years ago Sherri attended an aerobic dance class at the KRC that was all the rage! Thanks to Jane Fonda she was hooked! When the instructor moved on that next year, Pat Morris asked her to take over the class. She became fascinated with the movement of the human body and subsequently went on … Continued
Calling all families! Nestled on the North end of Kettering is Southern Hills Park, an oasis for child play and this week’s featured park! This park has it all: a village-themed playground with something for kids of all ages, a non-reservable shelter for picnics, a barbecue grill, tennis/half basketball courts, picnic tables and benches, a … Continued
Rosewood Arts Center is delighted to present our next Patron Highlight, Takashi Kawai! Takashi has been going to Rosewood Arts Center since about 2013 and has been creating ceramic based Artwork. He is a retired Architect and has been a certified First Class Architect in Japan since 1965. He has worked on many projects around … Continued
Indian Riffle Park, 2801 East Stroop Road, certainly isn’t lacking in the amenities department. Planning a picnic or event? Our shelters offer everything you need for a fun-filled day, including: Barbecue grills Tables and seating for up to 120 people Chemical toilets (open year-round) Permanent restrooms (open seasonally) A grass volleyball court Playground equipment A … Continued
Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering, Ohio announces a call for entries for the 34th annual Works on Paper exhibition, a juried exhibition for artists living within a 40-mile radius of Dayton, Ohio. Entries must be original works in any media (2-D or 3-D) on or of paper, completed within the last four years and not … Continued
We are celebrating this week’s Kettering Fitness Spotlight, Cheyenne Young!👏💪Cheyenne has been a member of the Kettering Rec Center since 2011. One of the biggest obstacles she has overcome is her own self confidence!! She struggled to do different types of workouts that she had never done before but our fitness facilities have helped her … Continued
Our Annual Giving Tree program kicks off on Nov. 6, 2023! Curious about how the program works and who it helps? Check out the FAQs below. All gifts are due by Sunday, Dec. 3. How does the Giving Tree work? Guidance counselors in all of the Kettering City Schools work with parents to fill out … Continued
Raymond has been a member of KFWC for 3 months. He is a transportation professional working with public officials to improve access to public transit and active transportation options. He used to be more active prior to the pandemic. Finding balance has been an obstacle that our fitness facilities have helped him overcome. He felt … Continued
