This week, we shine the spotlight on Theresa Stumpf, a longtime member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center (KFWC) and an inspiration to us all. Theresa, a 60-year-old mother of three and a dental hygienist for 37 years, has been a Kettering resident for nearly three decades. She cherishes the city's proximity to bike...
Dayton/Kyoto Print Exchange: Everyday Life December 2, 2023 – January 6, 2024 The Dayton/Kyoto Print Exchange grew out of friendships and studies in printmaking in 2002 and involves a yearly exchange of prints between Kyoto, Japan print-based artists and artists at the Dayton Printmakers Co-op. Over twenty years later, this annual tradition continues and contains...
What is unique about your process and how does this define your practice? I am an interdisciplinary artist who works in many different mediums: i.e. painting, printmaking, papercutting. No matter the medium, I work slowly to create artwork that fosters mindfulness. Enticed through touch, repetition, and beauty, my work also encourages a physical and contemplative...
What is unique about your process and how does this define your practice? As an artist, my practice involves finding relationships between making processes and techniques, materials, imagery, and forms. My artwork incorporates a range of processes that developed at various points in history. Old processes like wood carving exist in the same space as...
Brandon was recently selected to be in the show Nature and Coalescence that is in conjunction with the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts. NCECA engages and sustains a community for ceramic art, teaching and learning on a global level. This prestigious organization and annual conference highlights work and demonstrations from some of...
Kettering Fitness Spotlight: Jay & Christopher Kost! Jay and Christopher Kost have been members of the Kettering Recreation Complex since Christopher was just 5 years old, participating in various activities like Judo classes, ice skating, and enjoying the water park. For Jay, physical activities have always been a top priority. "If you don't have your...
Retired teacher Kathy Rhoades has been an active member of the Kettering Recreation Complex for nearly two decades. As someone who has always valued good nutrition and exercise, the Complex has been an integral part of her healthy lifestyle. Rhoades spent 20 years teaching Family and Consumer Sciences at Kettering Fairmont High School before retiring...
34th ANNUAL DAYTON AREA WORKS ON PAPER JURIED EXHIBITION January 22 – March 1, 2024 Reception: Saturday, January 27, 1 - 3 pm Free and open to the public Works on Paper is a juried exhibition for artists living within a 40-mile radius of Dayton, Ohio. This year, 97 individual artists submitted a total of 241 pieces....
As a pillar of arts and culture in Kettering for almost 40 years, Rosewood Arts Center serves as an engine for creativity that ripples across the local economy. This economic ripple effect stems from Rosewood's multifaceted support for working artists and creative professionals. Each year, Rosewood hires over 60 artists and arts educators to teach...
Tracy has been attending group exercise classes at the Kettering Recreation Complex since 2020. After Covid, her friend and yoga instructor Jessica Roller encouraged her to take a class. Tracy has been hooked ever since due to the effective workouts and supportive instructor-led environment. She especially enjoys boot camp with instructor Ben! Click here to...
Calling All Music Lovers! The Kettering Senior Show Choir needs YOU! We're looking for a talented director/accompanist to lead our lively group of 60+ adults. As director, you'll choose a seasonal song list, run weekly practices and join us for performances at local venues. This volunteer position has a small annual stipend. If you're available...
Let's give a round of applause to our outstanding Fitness Staff employees who are celebrating work anniversaries this February! Their dedication and passion for fitness have made a significant impact on the City of Kettering's PRCA department. Brittany Mason - 7 years as a Fitness Specialist at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. Her commitment...
Nick Johnson has been a dedicated member of the Kettering Recreation Complex (KRC) and Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center since May 2023. Now 33 years old, Nick found a community that embraced his uniqueness and helped him overcome personal obstacles related to living with autism spectrum disorder. Diagnosed at age 4, Nick struggled to fit...
For almost 40 years, the Rosewood Arts Center has served as a thriving hub of creativity, culture and community right in the heart of Kettering as part of the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts (PRCA) Department. The newly renovated center not only provides opportunities for all ages to engage in the arts, but acts...
As we begin planning and preparing for Art on the Commons and other events we want to introduce you to the new Program & Event Coordinator at Rosewood Arts Center, Emily Vaughn! She will be the point of contact and coordinator for all of the Cultural Arts Events presented by Rosewood Arts Center, such as...
At 75 years old, Jackie Ginn faces her share of health challenges including hearing loss, back issues, sciatica and arthritis. But that hasn't stopped her from working towards her fitness goals at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center. Jackie joined the center just 6 weeks ago, but she's already seeing major improvements in her...
Kevin Crisler: A Decade of Dedication Kevin Crisler has been inspiring and motivating the Kettering community to get active for the past 10 years as a Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer for the City of Kettering. This July 2024 will mark Kevin's 10 year anniversary working with the city. Kevin's passion for fitness stemmed...
