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Happy Friday! Today, we're featuring Group Exercise Instructor Eileen Moran who has taught a wide variety of classes for nearly two decades at the KRC. Thanks for all you do, Eileen! How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a Group Exercise Instructor? What inspired you to become a group exercise...
Happy Friday! This week's featured fitness patron is Shawn Lewallen, who works out at the KFWC. He credits the staff with helping him stay motivated and enjoy the fitness experience. Congrats on all your progress, Shawn! Tell us about yourself and how long you have been a member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center....
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron, Dottie Atkins, started attending group exercise classes after enjoying a Free Friday spin class. Five years later, she mixes it up with a variety of exercise classes in addition to cycling, skiing, hiking and a Tough Mudder competition. Congrats on all your progress, Dottie! Tell us about yourself and...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness staff member is personal trainer Larry Fox, who was inspired to help others live a healthier lifestyle after embarking on his own wellness journey. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a personal trainer? What inspired you to become a trainer? I’ve been working for...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Jim Cunningham, who has been working out at the KFWC for almost 10 years! After suffering a stroke last year, he has been returning to his workout routine and continuing to work toward his goal of becoming a Black Belt in Taekwondo. Thanks for choosing to work out...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Cindy Sebastian-Broadstock. Cindy used exercise to help her grow stronger and overcome a challenging medical condition. She now works out four to five days per week in our KRC fitness center in addition to getting outside and walking. Way to go, Cindy! "I’m a 63-year-old woman who has...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Leigh Turben, who made exercise a priority after her retirement. She credits becoming stronger and healthier at the KFWC with helping her overcome kidney cancer. Leigh has been cancer-free for 10 years. We're so glad she's chosen to work out with us! Tell us about yourself and how...
Calling all pass members! Our popular Share the Love event returns next week - bring a buddy along to our fitness centers from Feb. 13 - 19, and your buddy works out for free. Buddies must be age 18+ with a signed fitness waiver. One free guest per pass member. One of the best ways...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness staff member, Pete Huffman, is a familiar face at the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center - he's been working for the City of Kettering for over 13 years. Pete enjoys connecting with patrons. He was inspired by our patrons and trainers to make some changes to lead a healthier life....
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Darron Baker, who is a health teacher with Kettering City Schools. Darron began his wellness journey after losing his wife to cancer. In the three years since he joined our fitness center, he's lost nearly 100 pounds and has enjoyed making many positive changes to his routine. Congratulations...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Justin Henderson, who loves the convenient hours and friendly staff at the KFWC. Thanks for making our fitness center a part of your morning, Justin! Tell us about yourself and how long you have been a member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. I am from the...
Happy Friday the Thirteenth! We're feeling lucky today as we head into a long weekend and shine the spotlight on another of our amazing fitness patrons. Virag Masekar loves the atmosphere at the KFWC, which has helped him overcome his shyness, as well as work toward his fitness goals of gaining strength and increasing his...
Happy first Friday of 2023! Do your new year's resolutions include fitness this year? If so, how are they going? It can be hard to get back into the swing of things after the holidays, plus start a brand-new fitness routine. If you need some inspiration to continue with your wellness plan, we've got it!...
Happy Friday! For our last fitness spotlight of 2022, we're featuring two more of the staff members who help make our fitness programs great. Alexis McLaughlin has been teaching group exercise classes since 2006, and Connor Engleman will celebrate a full year as a fitness specialist in March! (Above from left: Alexis and Connor) Alexis...
The holidays are almost here! As you settle into some downtime, take a minute to meet our amazing full-time fitness staff members. Lindsey Curry, Heather Boyer and Nancy Boss not only play a key role in keeping our fitness and exercise programs running smoothly, but they have also achieved some impressive fitness goals in their...
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone and if you’re 50 and older, and can’t afford a tax preparation service, this program is made especially for you. The preparers are IRS-certified volunteers who understand that retirement or other life changes may mean your taxes are a little more complicated now....
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron, Dave Waddell, has been working out with us since 2009! He enjoys the friendly atmosphere at the fitness center and playing basketball at the KRC. Tell us about yourself and how long you have been a member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. I’ve lived in the Dayton...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Man Huynh, who works out at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center with the goal of gaining muscle and the ability to lift more weight. He made his workout routines a daily habit to help him achieve his goals. Tell us about yourself and how long you have...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Raj Jagu, who returned to the fitness center after needing to take a few years off due to an injury. Raj sets fitness goals for himself, which enables him to stay consistent with his fitness routine. Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of...
Happy Friday! We hope you're enjoying a peaceful and relaxing holiday weekend. Today, we're featuring another amazing member of our fitness team. Meet Tammy Mason, who works at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. If you've been inside the KFWC, you've seen the amazing work she does on the bulletin boards, which she and her...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Carole Lamb, who taught health and physical education in the Kettering City Schools. Carole enjoys a variety of types of exercise and has been coming to the Kettering Recreation Complex since the mid-1980s! Tell us about yourself. How long have you been taking group exercise classes at the...
Is it winter already? The weather certainly thinks so! We love how excited everyone has been to get their hands on the Winter 2023 program lineup, and we're happy to announce that the digital brochure is now online. Winter 2023 registration begins on Monday, Nov. 28 for Kettering residents, with non-resident registration starting Monday, Dec. 5....
Happy Friday and Happy Veterans Day! Today, we recognize and thank all those who have served our country as part of the armed forces. We're also shining our spotlight on our fitness patrons who have served in the military - many credit their time served with showing them the importance of physical fitness. Meet the...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness staff member is Jessica Roller, who teaches group exercise classes to share her love of fitness with others. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering? What inspired you to become an exercise instructor? I started working at the City of Kettering in September 2021. I was...
To thank our local military heroes for their service, we're offering the use of several of our facilities at the Kettering Recreation Complex and Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center to veterans and active military members free of charge on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11. No preregistration is needed! All programs are drop-in style. Here's the...
Our annual Giving Tree program kicks off on November 7, 2022! Curious about how the program works and who it helps? Check out the FAQs below. All gifts are due by Sunday, December 4. How does the Giving Tree work? Guidance counselors in all of the Kettering City Schools work with parents to fill out...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Linda Haines, who has been working out at the Kettering Recreation Complex for the past 15 years! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of the fitness center. I have been coming to the Rec Center for years. I started coming on a regular...
One of our favorite holiday sights in Kettering is the beautiful Mayor’s Tree in Lincoln Park Civic Commons. The tree’s crowning moment is the Kettering Mayor’s Tree Lighting, and afterward, it shines all season long. So, where does this holiday giant come from? The tree is harvested as part of a service provided by the...
Happy Friday! Today, we're changing things up a bit and shining a spotlight on our amazing fitness staff. Meet Thomas Jervis, who has been a personal trainer with PRCA for eight years. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a personal trainer? What inspired you to become a trainer? I...
It's finally Friday again! That means the spotlight is on another one of our amazing fitness patrons. Today, meet Derrick McGuire, who has been a member of the fitness center for the past 12 years! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. Life time...
Feel that chill in the air? Peak fall has arrived! Whether you look forward to pumpkin spice season all year or think it’s just a bunch of hocus pocus, one thing’s for sure: fall fun in Kettering is easy to find. Scroll down to learn about all the ways you can celebrate with us during...
Happy Friday! This week’s featured fitness patron is Megan Blaskovich, who joined the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center for added accountability in her workouts and has been reaching her goals with the help of personal trainer Thomas. Congrats on all your wellness progress, Megan! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member...
Happy Friday! This week’s featured fitness patron is Luke Stechschulte, who enjoys working towards his powerlifting goals at the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center. Congrats on all your wellness progress, Luke! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center. My name is Luke. I am...
Happy Friday! This week’s featured fitness patron is Dick Meyer, who works out at the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center with the goals of staying in good physical shape and living a healthy life. Congratulations on all your wellness progress, Dick! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of the Kettering...
Happy Friday! This week's featured fitness patron is Marybeth Rutledge, who works out at both the Kettering Recreation Complex and Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center with the goal of staying fit, managing joint issues due to arthritis and keeping personal trainer Ben from getting an ego. Congratulations on all your wellness progress, Marybeth! Tell us...
We're about to kick off a very busy weekend! Our fall special events calendar is underway, and we can't wait to see you. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: EcoFest 2022 Saturday, September 17, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Be entertained and inspired during this NEW Kettering event...
It’s Friday, and that means we’re highlighting another one of our wonderful fitness members! Meet fitness patron Molly Hofacker, who works out at the KRC with the goal of staying healthy and exercising daily. Congrats on all your progress towards your wellness goals, Molly! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member...
The weekend is almost here! Get out and explore something new. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: The J.F. Kennedy Park Splash Pad Pool season may be over, but the splash pad remains open weekends through September, weather permitting. The extended forecast looks like it's cooling off, so...
It’s Friday, and that means we’re highlighting another one of our wonderful fitness members! Meet fitness patron and former Kettering School board member, Dick DeLon, who works out at the KFWC with the goal of staying healthy and active. Congrats on all your progress towards your wellness goals, Dick! Tell us about yourself and how...
The long weekend is almost here! Get out and explore something new. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: The J.F. Kennedy Park Splash Pad Pool season may be over, but the splash pad remains open weekends through September, weather permitting. Kids love the farm-themed splash pad and playground...
The weekend is almost here! Get out and explore something new. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: Stop by Rosewood Gallery The gallery space is brand new, and so is Rosewood's main entrance. Currently on view is the top-notch HWD Juried Sculpture Exhibition, featuring 3-D artwork from across...
The results are in! Our 2022 Community Survey results have arrived – and we’re blushing. Ninety-eight percent of the Kettering residents who answered the 2022 City of Kettering Community Survey rated the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department as ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ when assessing our overall service to the community. The last time we...
It's Friday, and that means we're highlighting another one of our wonderful fitness members! Meet fitness patron Katrina Focht, who works out at the KRC with the goal of being more physically fit and maintaining a healthy weight. Congrats on all your progress towards your wellness goals, Katrina! 1. Tell us about yourself and how...
After a long heatwave this summer, we're ready for some crisp weather, apple pie and the awesome offerings in our digital Fall 2022 program guide. Please note that due to a supply chain issue, we're experiencing a delay with the print version of our Fall 2022 program guide. The digital version is available to browse...
Today's Fitness Spotlight is on our very own fitness team! We love that so many of our wonderful fitness staff members choose our facilities for their own personal workouts while off the clock. Recently, we asked them why they choose to do so - many of them cited the positive community atmosphere at both of...
Rounding out our week (and month!) of National Park & Recreation Month spotlights, today's featured staff members are Tom Dues (pictured above) and Sandy Turner, both from our Parks Division. Tom Dues: Jack of All Trades When you need a well informed leader to take charge and carry out the management duties of a project...
July has flown by! It's already the final week of National Park & Recreation Month. We're proud to introduce today's featured staff members, who both serve on our Parks team and truly embody the theme 'We Rise Up for Parks & Recreation.' Thanks for all you do, Tabitha and Jason! Parks Service Leader Tabitha Baer:...
As part of National Park & Recreation Month, we’re excited to feature a few of our amazing fitness members. Our next featured member is Phillip Gindelberger, who works out at the Kettering Recreation Complex with the goal of reaching a healthy weight and developing healthier habits. He works with personal trainer Greg Jankowski to help...
Today's National Park & Recreation Month Spotlight is on Kettering Recreation Complex staff member, Sam Johnson. Sam is a longtime member of the camps program at Kettering. He started his time here over 10 years ago as a camper in Camp AdFUNture. He then graduated out of camp and decided he still wanted to be...
Today's 'We Rise Up for Parks & Recreation' spotlight is on Kettering community member, Jamie Jarosik! In addition to her busy career as meteorologist for WDTN, Jamie has a long history of volunteering with Kettering's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. She serves with both our Parks Board and Program Advisory Committee, as well as...
Today's National Park & Recreation Month spotlight is on our senior programs and services team at the Charles I. Lathrem Senior Center. Meet the friendly faces behind the front desk, our senior transportation program and our program coordinators. Jennifer Giessler is our Senior & Adult Program Supervisor, and you can meet her team members below!...
As part of National Park & Recreation Month, we're excited to feature a few of our amazing fitness members. Our first featured member is Amber Cannata, who works out at the Kettering Recreation Complex with the goal of living an overall healthier lifestyle. Thanks for chatting with us, Amber, and congrats on making such great...
Today, we continue our month-long series of spotlights in celebration of National Park & Recreation Month and 2022’s theme, We Rise Up For Parks & Recreation. Kettering Arts Council member Tracy McElfresh is a beloved and very active member of the Kettering community! Not only has she served on the KAC for several years, but...
We’re kicking off our month-long series of staff and community highlights with Rosewood Arts Center staff member, Colton Patak. Colton currently serves as an assistant facility coordinator with Rosewood. Within the parks and rec field, he has also been a camp counselor and a youth program supervisor. Colton grew up attending programs sponsored by Kettering...
Every July, the National Recreation and Park Association sponsors National Park and Recreation Month to highlight the benefits access to quality parks, recreation and cultural arts programming brings to the public. Each year’s celebration includes a unique theme. For 2022, we’re highlighting ‘We Rise Up for Parks and Recreation.’ This theme celebrates all the professionals...
Want to have your best Fourth of July ever? Check out our top tips for enjoying Kettering’s spectacular Go 4th! celebration and join us on July 4 from 6 – 10 p.m. at Delco Park. Tip #1 Get comfortable for an evening of patriotic fun. Bring chairs, blankets, snacks, refreshments and your camera. Please leave...
Warning: Breath holding games are extremely dangerous and can lead to shallow water blackout and drowning. Breathing in and out quickly (hyperventilating) before submerging can greatly increase this risk. Teach your children the importance of avoiding breath holding games! The ability to hold your breath for short periods of time is an important safety skill...
The Fourth of July is all about celebration, whether you’re enjoying a backyard barbecue or partying at Kettering’s Go 4th! No matter how you choose to wish America a happy birthday, no one wants an accident or injury putting a damper on the fun. We’ve got you covered – read on for our top tips...
Safety Note: Do not let the learning swimmer hyperventilate or have breath-holding contests. Limit learners to a single inhalation whenever you ask them to hold their breath or submerge. All submersions must be voluntary on the part of the learning swimmer. Crying, sputtering, coughing, choking, or vomiting are signs that a learning swimmer is not...
If you’re headed off to a fun event like Go 4th!, you might be tempted to bring along your drone to capture some footage. Don’t do it – drones are prohibited from this event due to serious safety concerns. Retired Kettering Fire Marshal Bill Ford explained exactly what risks drones pose at events like Go...
Children, especially young children, frequently do not like to be on their back in the water. There are many reasons behind this, and it is important to understand that it may take time and patience to overcome any anxiety or discomfort. Allow them to practice for as long as they feel comfortable. If they are...
When and where July 4 from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Delco Park 1700 Delco Park Dr., Kettering, OH 45429 Parking When you host the biggest party of the year, a lot of people show up! Before you head out to Delco Park, plan your route and where you will park. Even better - walk or...
Floating allows you to stay near the surface of the water where you can rest and get a breath while waiting for help to arrive in the event of an emergency. Not everyone floats easily, and it sometimes takes both physical and mental adjustment to keep your body relaxed. To float on your back: •...
It’s hard to teach kids patience in a world driven by screens, schedules and instant gratification. One surprisingly beneficial way to teach the beauty of slowing down is by going fishing. Did you know that you can fish for free without a license at Pondview Park, Lincoln Park, Delco Park and the Kettering Recreation Complex?...
The most basic of the essential water safety skills is simply entering and exiting the water. It is important to practice getting into and out of the water with young children. New swimmers need to learn how to adjust to the water as well as safe techniques for getting into and out of the water....
Slide, splash and cool off every day this summer at Adventure Reef Water Park! Starting Saturday, May 28, the water park will be open daily from noon to 5 p.m. Residents and passholders can enter at noon with general admission beginning at 12:30 p.m. Adventure Reef will feature lower daily admission and season pass rates....
Playing in water is one of the best summer activities to have fun and keep cool. While we are enjoying our fun in the sun, it is important to be aware of the potential hazards that exist in and around water. Most drowning incidents occur in home swimming pools, but any source of water can...
On Tuesday, May 10, Mayor Lehner proclaimed May as Bike Month in Kettering! Cycling offers a wide range of benefits including greater physical health, improved mental/emotional wellbeing and a positive impact on the environment. PRCA is partnering with Cycle Kettering, a chapter of Bike Miami Valley, to offer a series of Community Bike Rides this...
We've loved seeing our 4th Friday Senior Socials at the Charles I. Lathrem Senior Center become a popular way for area seniors to reconnect and enjoy a fun afternoon together. Karaoke, a gardening seminar with Hope Taft and a penny auction are just a few of the wonderful programs we've been proud to bring to...
May is National Water Safety Month! As we head into pool season, it's critical to take some time to review how to keep yourself and your family safe in the water. A happy summer is a safe summer! Caution is key when swimming, fishing or boating. We want you to be safe all the time...
Whether it's snowing or 80 degrees (which can happen in the same day, of course), we can’t wait for all the fun that’s in store in our Summer 2022 program guide. Registration for summer programs will open for Kettering residents on Monday, May 2 and for non-residents on Monday, May 9. Use your summer downtime...
Nothing says spring quite like going garage sale-ing. The combination of spring cleaning and warmer weather make garage sales a community favorite for this time of year. Our Adult Programs team wants to help you skip the driving around and searching. Save your gas money for new-to-you treasures instead! First up is our annual Kettering...
Our favorite time of the year is almost upon us – summer! We admit to having a favorite season, but we think we’re justified because we have so much going on in the warmer months. We can’t wait to welcome back our summer camp families! We’ve spent many months planning out the calendar of events....
Is your January fitness routine losing steam? Don't give up now! Adding movement to your day and eating right are essential for keeping your heart in top shape. As we said in January, exercise isn't a punishment! It's actually a critical form of self care. This February, we're celebrating the National Institute of Health's American...
Here are ten ways we can help you conquer those wellness goals in 2022. Resolutions aren't a punishment - you deserve to feel great! We are close to home with two convenient neighborhood locations - the Kettering Recreation Complex and the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center. Our wallet-friendly passes are designed to suit every interest...
Here's a crazy idea - holiday shopping doesn't have to be stressful. It’s easy to get caught up in finding a hot new toy or piling boxes under the tree. The number of gift guides floating around on Instagram are as overwhelming as the number of gifts out there. And let's not forget the fun...
Dawna Boehmer (Hamilton, Ohio) Painting November 15 - 20 www.dawnaboehmer.com Vivid, bold colors bring vibrancy to each painting that Dawna Boehmer creates, sharing narratives of humorous social interaction. Using oil paints and canvas, Dawna has been described as a “sarcastic Norman Rockwell” with her personality and humor shining through. About Art Festivals Dawna says, “I’m...
Saturday, November 13, is a great day to play! "National Youth Sports Day unites communities across the country around our core belief that every young person has the right to participate in sports in a diverse, equitable, inclusive, supportive and safe environment. GOAL: Celebrate the positive power of youth sports throughout the United States. WHAT:...
Karl Feng (Cincinnati, Ohio) Works on Paper November 8 - 13 https://www.etsy.com/shop/WatercolorByKarlFeng Karl Feng uses a traditional approach to painting with watercolors using a special rice-paper and bamboo brushes. Combining detail and free styles, Karl’s work reflects the respect for natural beauty. Originally from Taiwan, Karl was mentored by several well-known artists from a young...
David Brand and Sandra Picciano-Brand (Dayton, Ohio) Jewelry November 1 - 6 www.mythicsilver.com www.etsy.com/shop/mythicsilver For over 30 years, Sandra and David Brand have developed a one-of-a-kind process and aesthetic in high quality silver work that incorporates both precision and fluidity. Creating pieces individually and collaboratively, Sandra and David employ a variety of complex and classic...
Our Annual Giving Tree program kicks off on November 8, 2021! Curious about how the program works and whom it helps? Check out the FAQs below. All gifts are due back by Sunday, December 5. How does the Giving Tree work? We take referrals from the guidance counselors in all of the Kettering City Schools....
Debbie and Mike McGinnis (Beavercreek, Ohio) Woodworking October 25 – 30 www.etsy.com/shop/mmcginniswoodworking Debbie and Mike McGinnis have been creating art for decades side by side as a husband and wife team. Their woodwork – although different from each other – demonstrates the natural beauty of each wood type, using a variety of carving and lathe...
Get ready, get set for our Kettering Jack-O-Lantern Glow, a community-wide event happening on October 30. All you need to do to participate is something you were probably planning on doing already - carve a pumpkin, add a light and display it in front of your home! With all of Kettering walking and driving around town...
Alison Fawcett (Dayton, Ohio) Ceramics and Jewelry October 18 - 23 www.afawcettpottery.com Alison Fawcett draws, carves and forms porcelain into fine art, including functional ceramic work and jewelry. Using hand painted techniques and intricate patterns, Fawcett’s details reflect the delicacy of her chosen material. Fawcett’s subject matter investigates our relationship with food culture. She wrote:...
Priya Rama (Mason, Ohio) Painting October 11 – 16 https://priyarama.com/ Movement and texture dance across the canvases of Priya Rama’s paintings. Using jewel-tone colors, abstraction complements technique and concept. Rama paints in acrylics, using a variety of techniques to build up her layers of color, pattern and texture. Rama’s paintings are an extension of her...
Loretta Wikstrom (Centerville, Ohio) Mixed Media October 4 - 9 Inspired by her life of traveling and nature, Loretta Wikstrom’s artwork depicts quiet moments in landscapes and animal portraits. Using a variety of mixed media, such as watercolor, acrylic, inks and colored pencils, her work shows a range of colors, emotions and techniques. Driven by...
Yetunde Rodriguez (Dayton, Ohio) Textiles September 27 - October 2 www.yetunderodriguez.com https://yaytoonday.com/ Incorporating bold colors and patterns into her compositions, Yetunde Rodriguez explores the graphic nature of print in her artwork. The results are lively and visually impactful wall hangings, pillow covers, plant holders, clothing and more. Trained as a graphic designer, Rodriguez taps into...
Today's featured fitness patron, Brian Jackson, has been a member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center since September of 2018. He recently sat down with Fitness Supervisor, Lindsey Curry, to share the details of his fitness journey and what he enjoys most about working out in Kettering. Q: Can you tell us a little...
Sharon Stolzenberger (Kettering, Ohio) Mixed Media Featured September 20 – 25 A long-time Art on the Commons artist, Sharon Stolzenberger creates densely textured paintings that incorporating her love of animals and nature. Using watercolors as her primary medium, she often will transform her compositions through collage, stenciling, and patterning. The resulting artworks offer new narratives...
Dan Cleary is a photographer based in the Dayton area, whose commercial work has made Cleary Creative Photography a staple for capturing life’s moments for over 30 years. Cleary has expanded his practice to include fine art processes, and his digital artwork series, My Wright Brothers: Then and Now, explores the past and present of...
As we age, it’s easy to become less active and more isolated. However, this isn’t what’s best for us. Staying physically active, as well as remaining engaged with a supportive community, is tied to a number of physical, mental and emotional benefits such as greater heart health, a lower risk for Type 2 diabetes, improved...
Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts has officially maintained its status among the ranks of elite park and recreation agencies across the country by earning reaccreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). This distinguished accomplishment was awarded during the 2021 NRPA Annual...
Surprise - this fall, we're excited to launch a series of pop-up programs! These brand-new activities for kids and families are an extra addition to our fall lineup and will be taking place throughout September and October. We're offering two special events for families to enjoy some time outdoors together. Two teen programs are also...
Kettering’s unofficial arts ambassador can often be found at Rosewood Arts Centre playing with clay, chatting with fellow artists, or guiding tours through the building. Lynn Wheeler is a staple in the Rosewood community. Her passion for the arts is a big part of how she navigated the pandemic’s ups and downs. Several years before...
Over a year ago, when the pandemic drastically changed our lives, Benee Peavy found a new service that would change hers: the CIL Senior Transportation provided through Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts. Running on weekdays, the program provides door-to-door service to shopping and personal appointments throughout Kettering. “With this service, I was able to get...
As the PRCA department secretary, Lindsey Whitley plays a key role in keeping everything running smoothly from day to day. She assists every patron who calls, emails and visits the PRCA administrative office, plus supports our PRCA Director. “I love working with and helping people!” Whitley said. “I work with the staff, citizens, volunteers and...
Gayle Ingram and her dog Dixie are familiar faces in Kettering’s parks. One of their favorite spaces for their daily walk is Delco Park. “My favorite memories [of Kettering's parks] are from when my grandkids were little,” Ingram said. “We’d go to Delco Park to fish and fly kites. We also fished at the pond...
The voice of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts social media and so much more, Sara Thomas takes her role as Communications Coordinator to the highest quality possible. Her deep knowledge of the department, along with her excellent writing skills, humor and kindness, bring the many stories of Kettering to light, and keep us informed, engaged...
Over eight years ago, a doctor told Dan Lewis to make some changes to his lifestyle. Lewis, who works in Kettering, took the doctor’s advice and began frequenting the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center (KFWC) adjacent to the Trent Arena. New to exercise, Lewis began on treadmills, and soon began to see results. He added...
As the Director of Kettering’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, Mary Beth O’Dell is committed to ensuring that the community has access to the highest quality parks and recreation experiences possible. Under her leadership, our department has been recognized with a host of honors, including several re-accreditations through CAPRA and the 2014 National...
