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How can I apply for financial assistance?Parks and Recreation

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts does provide financial assistance. You will need to fill out an application, which is available along with complete financial assistance program details on our Financial Assistance Program Page.

Adult Art ClassesParks and Recreation

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts has a extensive offerings of art classes. We have something for everyone including pottery, drawing, dancing, photography and much more. Please check out our programs schedule to see what classes are coming up!

Holyoke, Beth and Käthi Seidl, Nature's Interplay, 2016Parks and Recreation

Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl Nature’s Interplay, 2016 Concrete, aluminum, ceramic, glaze, glass Location: Habitat Environmental Center, 3036 Bellflower Street, Kettering Artists Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl designed, fabricated and installed a permanent, site-specific artwork at the Habitat Environmental Center, incorporating approximately 120 aluminum tiles created by Kettering City School students. The following thematic concepts...

McMillan, Jes (Dayton, OH), Bee Ambitious, 2019Parks and Recreation

Jes McMillan (Dayton, OH) Bee Ambitious, 2019 Porcelain ceramic tiles, concrete Location: Haverstick neighborhood Jes McMillan, founder of the Mosaic Institute of Greater Dayton, created a series of permanent sidewalk games for the Haverstick neighborhood of Kettering. McMillan saw an opportunity to engage children in outdoor recreation through her art and address the lack of...

Asphalt Overlay 2024

Asphalt Overlay - 2024 Project Description Each year the City of Kettering evaluates the conditions of all the city streets to create the annual street maintenance program. After the streets are evaluated, they are then ranked according to the pavement condition and a list is created for the streets that may be paved this year....

Heritage Tree ProgramParks and Recreation

Honoring Exceptional Kettering Trees The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is pleased to launch a new initiative called the Heritage Tree Program, recognizing exceptional trees that enhance the character and natural landscape of our community. This celebratory program allows us to appreciate the environmental and aesthetic gifts provided by the remarkable...

Adult Recreation ProgramsParks and Recreation

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts offers a wide range of adult programs. We have a variety of cooking, technology and general interest classes that are always changing. Please check our Adult Recreation homepage to find more information!

Artist Selected - Virginia KistlerParks and Recreation

City of Kettering selects Virginia Kistler for ArtLocal Public Art Commission The City of Kettering CitySites Public Art Program is proud to announce the selection of Virginia Kistler for the inaugural ArtLocal public art commission. Kistler will create a new public artwork, in collaboration with residents of Kettering, to be installed in Oak Park this...

Seasonal Swimming Pass - Fall, Winter, SpringParks and Recreation

Seasonal Swimming Pass - Fall, Winter, Spring This pass includes unlimited admission to drop-in swimming, water workout classes, whirlpool, steam room and sauna. This pass does not include access to Adventure Reef Water Park. Please visit the Indoor Pool homepage for current rates

When is Go Fourth this year?Parks and Recreation

Go Fourth is on July 4 at Delco Park, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Entertainment and Food Vendors are from 6 - 10 p.m. Children's Activities are from 6 - 9 p.m. The fireworks show runs from 10 - 10:30 p.m.

What do I need to bring to day camps?Parks and Recreation

When you arrive to camp you need to bring your medical form, water bottle, lunch (if all day) and/or a snack. Some camps go to the water park and you will need to bring sunscreen and a towel. We ask that campers wear gym shoes for active play, at any time!

Kettering Boards and Commissions

KETTERING ARTS COUNCIL Purpose: The Kettering Arts Council, in partnership and collaboration with the community, strives to provide access to the arts for all ages, encourage a passion for the arts, and promote art appreciation and education. Meetings: Third Tuesday, 5 p.m. - No Meeting in August & December Contact Person: Shayna V. McConville, 296-0294...

Kettering Prepares for Impending Severe Weather

The City of Kettering is monitoring weather forecasts and preparing for anticipated ice and snow as temperatures drop Wednesday evening. Once the rain begins to freeze, street crews will salt the major routes throughout the city. Crews will remain focused on these roadways as precipitation transitions to snow later in the day Thursday. Once the...

Go 4th!Parks and Recreation

Go 4th! July 4, 6 – 10 p.m. at Delco Park Fireworks Start at 10 p.m. WEATHER UPDATES: The Go 4th! event will be held rain or shine. However, if officials decide the weather is unsafe at 10 p.m. for fireworks, they will be canceled. This decision will not be made until close to the...

Join Our Program Advisory CommitteeParks and Recreation

Explore Kettering PRCA as a PAC Member The Program Advisory Committee (PAC) is a focus group that engages members in a strategic and systematic review of our facilities, patrons services and programs. As an extension of the Kettering Park Board, PAC consists of 10 - 24 Kettering residents of all demographics. Those who serve on...

Minekov, Velislav, Untitled, 2002Parks and Recreation

Velislav Minekov (Bulgaria) Untitled, 2002 Indiana Limestone Location: Indian Riffle Park Velislav Minekov's Untitled sculpture weighs approximately 13,500 pounds and depicts a recurring theme from his artwork, incorporating stalactites which are leg and foot extensions sandwiched between a parted egg shape. The whimsical nature of his work is well known throughout Bulgaria. Velislav Minekov was...

Safe Routes to School Program

The Kettering Safety Section provides information on developing safe ways of getting to school. This information can be used in the community to help children safely navigate their neighborhood. Also, It can be used by teachers as classroom resources. Safety Section members are committed to working pro-actively with school and neighborhood communities to...

Kickin' Chicken Wing Fest 2025

July 12, 2025

Kickin' Chicken Wing Fest 2025 in partnership with Miami Valley Restaurant Association A Sizzling Hot Festival! Saturday, July 12, 2025 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gates open at 4:00 PM Back again by popular demand, this blistering good time – our Kickin’ Chicken Wing Fest! If you like bold food, rockin’ music and a hearty party,...

8th annual Art Ed: An Art Educators' ExhibitionParks and Recreation

Art Ed: An Art Educators' Exhibition November 25 - December 27, 2019 Opening Reception: Saturday, December 7, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (during A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival) Rosewood Gallery in Kettering, Ohio is pleased to announce the opening of Art Ed: An Art Educators’ Exhibition. The exhibition runs from November 25 through December 27, 2019....

Bike Kettering!Parks and Recreation

Kettering Makes Moves to be a More Cycling-Friendly City Have you thought about riding your bike outside for more exercise, enjoyment or transportation? The City of Kettering is teaming up with The Kettering Walk/Bike Committee to make Kettering a more easily accessible city for cyclists. The Kettering Walk/Bike Committee is comprised of local bike enthusiasts...

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