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...
The City of Kettering and Rosewood Gallery are pleased to present solo exhibitions by Ohio artists Drew Ippoliti and Nicole Massy. The exhibitions will run from May 9 through June 17. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, June 18, 1-3 p.m. Akron, Ohio artist and educator, Drew Ippoliti's ceramic sculptures are colorful representations of the...
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...
The City of Kettering and Rosewood Gallery are pleased to present solo exhibitions by Ohio artists Brian Mathus and Craig Fisher. The exhibitions will run from March 14 through April 22. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, March 19, 1-3 pm. Toledo, Ohio artist Craig Fisher uses a variety of printmaking techniques, etching, mezzotint, chine...
The City of Kettering and Rosewood Gallery are pleased to present solo exhibitions by Ohio artists Brian Mathus and Craig Fisher. The exhibitions will run from March 14 through April 22. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, March 19, 1-3 pm. Dayton, Ohio artist, Brian Mathus’ exhibition, The expectation of being seen, showcases his latest acrylic paintings....
