Today, we’re highlighting EcoFest in celebration of National Park & Recreation Month. Every July, the National Park & Recreation Association sponsors National Park & Recreation Month to highlight the benefits access to quality parks, recreation and cultural arts programming brings to the public. The theme for 2023 is ‘Where Community Grows,’ and few events exemplify...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Paula Barrows, who has been a member of the Kettering Fitness & Wellness Center since the facility opened! She has used her workouts to build her strength up after suffering a broken arm and various illnesses. Congrats on all your progress, Paula! Tell us about yourself and how...
Today for National Park & Recreation Month, we’re highlighting the ‘We Are Kettering’ Project, a community-wide effort to provide Kettering’s kids with protective factors and increase their resilience to face life and behavioral challenges. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a tool schools use to improve student behavior and make school a safe place....
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 2023, we’re highlighting ‘Where Community Grows.’ This year’s theme celebrates the many ways that park and...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Pat Stewart, who began his fitness journey with us in January. Pat has been working with personal trainer Greg Jankowski (pictured with Pat, above) to improve his overall fitness level after overcoming some surgeries and health issues. "I have only worked with Greg for 6 months, so I...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Rachel Reed, who has been using her workouts to build up strength and reach her goal of returning to the practice of martial arts after surgery. Congratulations on all your progress, Rachel - we're cheering for you! Tell us about yourself and how long you have been a...
We have an extra fitness spotlight for you this week! Dalton Gebele has been working out at the Kettering Recreation Complex to prepare for serving in the U.S. Navy. Join us in wishing Dalton luck as he leaves this week and in thanking him for his service to our country! Tell us about yourself and...
Happy Friday! Today, we're featuring Group Exercise Instructor, Brad Currie, who used his extra time during the pandemic to get certified as an instructor. One of his favorite fitness memories is taking the recent goat yoga class at the Kettering Recreation Complex! How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Charles Massar, who has used his workouts at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center to help take control of some health issues. He started by walking the track and now works out in the fitness center as well. Congrats on all your progress, Charles! Tell us about yourself...
If you continue to join us virtually on ZOOM, thank you! We hope you have enjoyed working out with us from your home. If you have not joined us yet, now is a great time to start! We are offering another great lineup of classes with one of our certified instructors. Don’t worry if you have never used...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Janet Hovey, who started her wellness journey at age 64. "It is important to keep moving. You can always improve balance, flexibility and strength no matter what your age, shape or size," Janet said. Here, she's pictured with her personal trainer, Hannah - we love their coordinated outfits....
Get ready to light up your 4th of July with the most exciting event in town: Go 4th! This epic celebration has everything you need for an unforgettable Independence Day, including the incredible Zack Attack band that will have you dancing all night long. We know that good food is just as important as good...
SARAH NGUYEN (Columbia, MO) Something Precious to the Earth April 24 – May 27, 2023 Sarah Nguyen (Columbia, MO) creates mixed media artwork, utilizing hand-cut paper as her main material. Her inspiration comes from sources including nature, animals, iconography and historical symbolism. Starting with “a story, a traditional folktale or fable, or a contemporary poem...
Carolyn Harper Seeking Freedom: Portraits of Mass Incarceration, April 24 to May 27, 2023 Carolyn Harper (Narberth, PA) is a textile artist exploring portraiture through traditional craft medium. Her subjects often depict individuals who have been “marginalized, discriminated against, or abused,” with the aspiration to provide “faces to those who are faceless, nameless and powerless,...
Today's featured fitness staff member is Anthony Day, who has worked with us as a Fitness Specialist for over 6 years. Thank you for all you do to support our fitness patrons, Anthony! How long have you been working for the City of Kettering at the Kettering Recreation Complex and the Kettering Fitness and Wellness...
Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Josh Vagedes, who is currently training to become a rescue swimmer for the U.S. Coast Guard. Workouts at the KRC have been an integral part of Josh's training, and he's enjoyed making lifelong friends, too. Good luck as you prepare to leave for the Coast Guard and thank...
PlayKettering is proud to present a wide variety of special events every year. Below you'll find a complete list of special events we regularly offer. For more information on upcoming events, including specific dates, times, details and registration links, please visit our Upcoming Special Events page. For information on attending shows at Fraze Pavilion, visit...
