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Corporate Wellness ProgramsParks and Recreation

Corporate Wellness Programs Let our award-winning department improve your company’s bottom line by reducing healthcare costs,decreasing absenteeism and turnover while improving work force productivity and morale.Show your employees that you care by investing in their health and wellness! Our Corporate Wellness program offers discounted passes and pricing as well as invoicing, reporting and other metrics to...

Gallery Entry InformationParks and Recreation

Artist Entry Information Gallery Exhibition Agreement Every precaution is taken in handling exhibiting artwork. All work is insured during the installation process and while the work is on display. The Gallery Coordinator reserves the right to reject work if it differs from the work presented in the original application, violates any conditions set forth...

Adult Easter Egg Hunt 2025Parks and Recreation

January 1, 1970

Adult Easter Egg Hunt Registration Opens: Friday, Feb. 7 at 8 a.m. Event Date: Friday, April 11 at 8 p.m. Kettering Recreation Complex/Indian Riffle Park Who says that Easter Egg Hunts have to be for just kids? BIG Prizes: Gift Card's, Prize Baskets & More! Over 6,000 Eggs Grab Bags Visit from the Easter Bunny...

Meet Art on the Commons artist, Karl FengParks and Recreation

Karl Feng (Cincinnati, Ohio) Works on Paper November 8 - 13 https://www.etsy.com/shop/WatercolorByKarlFeng Karl Feng uses a traditional approach to painting with watercolors using a special rice-paper and bamboo brushes. Combining detail and free styles, Karl’s work reflects the respect for natural beauty. Originally from Taiwan, Karl was mentored by several well-known artists from a young...

Kettering PRCA Wins 3 State AwardsParks and Recreation

The Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) has recognized Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts with not one, not two, but THREE Awards of Excellence for 2024! First Place: EcoFEST Remember that amazing September day when Lincoln Park was buzzing with environmental enthusiasm? With visitors exploring booths from 60+ organizations, watching EV demonstrations and learning...

Kettering Recreation Complex Indoor PoolParks and Recreation

Experience Our Indoor Pool Open year-round, the indoor pool is an 8-lane, 25-yard swimming pool with diving boards. A permanent retractable roof was installed in 2011 improving comfort for pool users year round. The KRC indoor pool hosts many activities ranging from lap swimming and swim lessons to water exercise classes. Adaptive aquatic classes are...

Annual EventsParks and Recreation

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...

Rosewood Arts Center Introduces Program & Event Coordinator Emily VaughnParks and Recreation

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...

Join Our Recreation TeamParks and Recreation

Read more about each position and if you find one that interests you, use the link to apply today! Interested, but need more information before you apply? Use the Tell Me More link and one of our Hiring Managers will contact you. The Recreation Team offers programming for all ages, from preschool to active senior adult,...

Artist Spotlight: Pam Adams!Parks and Recreation

Originally from Dallas, Texas, Pam has been an artist resident at Rosewood for over 10 years. She is known for her colorful, impressionistic-style portraits of dancers and children, which inspire her most. “I love painting children and ballerinas the most because they have such beautiful color and movement.” Pam has painted with oils for several...

Backyard Water Safety Series: Entering and exiting safelyParks and Recreation

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....

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...

Fitness Staff Spotlight: Thomas JervisParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today, we're changing things up a bit and shining a spotlight on our amazing fitness staff. Meet Thomas Jervis, who has been a personal trainer with PRCA for eight years. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a personal trainer? What inspired you to become a trainer? I...

How To: Handmade NotebookParks and Recreation

Would you like to make a notebook for a diary or for sketches? Read on to find out how to create a handmade journal! Once you determine the size of the notebook, you want adjust your cover and pages to match the desired size. I used cover and paper that was 7” x 10 1/4'”...

What is Cities of Service?

What is Cities of Service? Cities of Service is a national nonprofit that supports mayors to design and implement high-impact service strategies that can be replicated in cities worldwide. Cities of Service provides technical assistance, programmatic support, planning resources, and funding opportunities. Founded by Michael R. Bloomberg, Cities of Service supports a coalition of approximately 280...

Rehabbing A Home

The City of Kettering has a variety of low-interest loan programs to encourage and assist homeowners with financing necessary home repairs as well as remodeling homes throughout the City. City of Kettering Housing Rehabilitation Program Low Interest Loans and Deferred Loans Through the City of Kettering Community Development Block Grant Program, the City sponsors...

Meet Art on the Commons Artist, Yetunde RodriguezParks and Recreation

Yetunde Rodriguez (Dayton, Ohio) Textiles September 27 - October 2 www.yetunderodriguez.com https://yaytoonday.com/ Incorporating bold colors and patterns into her compositions, Yetunde Rodriguez explores the graphic nature of print in her artwork. The results are lively and visually impactful wall hangings, pillow covers, plant holders, clothing and more. Trained as a graphic designer, Rodriguez taps into...

Rosewood Artist in ResidenceParks and Recreation

Artist in Residence Program Rosewood Arts Center's Artist in Residence (AIR) program allows emerging and professional artists to create work at Rosewood in our specialized studio facilities, exhibit their artwork created during the residency, and engage with the community through scheduled events and while working in our studios. Artist in Residence Participants 2023-24: Leesa Haapapuro,...

Current ProjectsParks and Recreation

Gentile Park Project Update Join us for the groundbreaking ceremony at the future site of Gentile Park! All are welcome to attend on Thursday, July 20, 2023 from 6 - 7 p.m. near the intersection of Peach Orchard Road and Maddix Drive. Named for Major Don S. Gentile, the Gentile Park project is located at...

Fitness Spotlight: Judith Allbery!Parks and Recreation

Meet Judith Allbery, a recent addition to our Kettering Fitness facilities family who proves that it's never too late to prioritize your health and fitness! After retiring from the Alzheimer's Association in 2020, Judith decided to take her wellness journey to the next level by joining our facility in June 2024. Originally from the Boston...

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