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National Parks & Recreation Month Patron Feature: Lynn WheelerParks and Recreation

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...

National Parks & Recreation Month Staff Feature: Sara ThomasParks and Recreation

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...

National Park & Recreation Month Spotlight: We Are Kettering ProjectParks and Recreation

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....

National Park & Recreation Month Spotlight: Senior Programs TeamParks and Recreation

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!...

HistoryParks and Recreation

The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department (PRCA) has a rich history serving the community dating back to 1954, when the city council established the first Parks and Recreation Board. Upon the formation of the Parks and Recreation Board, the first Parks and Recreation Master Plan was developed in 1964 to guide...

Kistler, Virginia, Mutual Homes, 2018Parks and Recreation

Virginia Kistler (Gahanna, OH) Mutual Homes, 2018 Stainless steel Location: Oak Park Mutual Homes reflects the meaning of home to Oak Park residents. Kistler was inspired by the characteristics of Oak Park's 1945 Cape Cod-style homes, the history of the neighborhood, and the words and images shared by its residents today. Kistler found the manufacturing...

Kettering's Go 4th Event Details

It is almost time for our biggest event of the year. For more information, please see the details about the Go 4th event below. WHERE TO WATCH: The majority of the viewing areas will be in the soccer fields close to Dorothy Lane, the large field next to the pond and outside of the snow fence...

Department InformationParks and Recreation

Welcome to The City of Kettering's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts! Our goal is quality service focused on community MISSION We are here to provide quality parks, recreation and cultural arts that make Kettering home. VISION We envision an exceptional and engaging parks, recreation and cultural arts department that improves the quality of...

Environmental Education Programs for FamiliesParks and Recreation

The Habitat Environmental Center is proud to give families the opportunity to experience nature together. We offer programs year round, so be sure to check out what we’re offering this season. Children (and grown-ups) should head outside EVERY day and breathe in some fresh air. Make it a part of your day to...

Concrete Repair Program

Bid Date: February 22, 2024 Project Description This project includes the repair of existing concrete items including street panels, and medians on public streets, along with curb and flatwork in City parks and facilities. Project Limits Various locations throughout the City of Kettering. Bid Results ...

Adventure Reef Water Park open daily beginning May 28!Parks and Recreation

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....

Wake up your routine – visiting a park can fight fatigue!Parks and Recreation

Do you struggle to stay awake at your desk post lunch? Or get home from work and immediately collapse on the couch? Visiting a park at lunchtime could be the key to beating the afternoon blah’s, recent studies suggest. A brisk walk while focusing on nature instead of work kept study participants more productive in...

Accreditation and AwardsParks and Recreation

Accredited Agency: 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021 The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is accredited through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) based on an external review of the agency’s overall quality of operation, management and service to...

Welcome from the Mayor

On behalf of my fellow members of Kettering City Council and all of our dedicated City administrators, welcome to Kettering, Ohio! Kettering is home to welcoming neighborhoods, thriving businesses, exceptional city services, everyday heroes, volunteer spirit, beautiful parks, summer’s best music, excellent schools and treasured community traditions. What makes Kettering unique is our high quality...

National Parks & Recreation Month Staff Feature: Mary Beth O'DellParks and Recreation

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...

National Park & Recreation Month Spotlight: John & Betty Meyer Pickleball CourtsParks and Recreation

Pickleball has taken the nation by storm over the past few years, but did you know that Kettering has had dedicated pickleball courts since 2016? Now that pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America and 2016 is seven years (already?!) behind us, it was time to make some upgrades to the J.F. Kennedy Park Pickleball...

CenterPoint Gasline Replacement Projects

CenterPoint Energy is actively working in the City of Kettering to replace gas mains and service lines over the next several years. If you have any questions or concerns, please call CenterPoint at 800-227-1376. CenterPoint Map of Projects 2025 Project Areas Broad, San Rae, Delmonte, Oak Park, Royalston, East (V-1324 BSCI) Hazelwood, California, Hadley, Broad,...

EcoFEST

September 20, 2025

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department presents Join us for EcoFEST 2025! “The Change Begins With Us” Date: Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Fraze Pavilion & Lincoln Park Civic Commons Gates open at 11 a.m. Free Event Please join us for EcoFEST 2025 as we provide fun and...

Survey: Help us choose new playground equipment at State Farm ParkParks and Recreation

We want your opinion! View pictures of the equipment and rate the options for replacing the playground that was lost to a fire at State Farm. Click here to take the survey. Thank you for helping us choose the best option!

6 Ways to Stay Safe at Adventure Reef Water Park this SummerParks and Recreation

We hope you’ll make time for at least one visit to Adventure Reef this summer. Whether you haven’t yet been or are eagerly planning a return trip, it’s always a good idea to brush up on water park safety. Here’s a quick guide. Wear sunscreen Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 and...

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