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Code Red Emergency Notification System

Did you know that, in addition to our City of Kettering, Ohio – Government Facebook page and @Kettering_OH Twitter posts, the City of Kettering uses a system called Code Red to notify our residents and those who work in Kettering of emergency incidents and critical community alerts? Please take a moment to enroll using the...

Regional Partnership Brings Discounted Rain Barrels and Compost Bins to Residents

The City of Kettering, in collaboration with Montgomery County, Miami Township, Centerville, and Dayton, announces the launch of a spring sustainability initiative offering residents discounted rain barrels and backyard compost bins. This regional partnership aims to promote environmental stewardship while providing practical benefits to homeowners. Rain barrels, which collect roof runoff, offer residents a sustainable...

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...

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...

Light up the holidaysParks and Recreation

Santa has his elves; we have our tireless Parks Division. Every holiday season, crews tackle the huge task of making Lincoln Park into Kettering’s shining holiday showplace. Naturally, this is a tough and time-consuming job. If you struggle to hang a strand of icicle lights on your porch, just imagine decorating an entire city park!...

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'”...

Samantha Simpson, Us, It, ThemParks and Recreation

Samantha Simpson’s exhibition, Us, Them, It, and Deana Bada Maloney’s exhibition, The Nature We Create, were originally scheduled to be on view in Rosewood Gallery from April 13 through May 17, 2020. Due to COVID-19-related closures, this exhibition will be rescheduled for in-person viewing. While these two exhibitions, like most art, are best seen in person, please visit our...

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...

Open Meetings Act

What is the Ohio Open Meetings Act? The Open Meetings Act requires public bodies in Ohio to conduct all public business in open meetings that the public may attend and observe. This means that if a public body is meeting to discuss and vote on or otherwise decide public business, the meeting must be open...

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!...

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...

Adult ProgramsParks and Recreation

Whether you're looking to take some time out of your fast-paced life or need a hobby after retirement, we've got you covered with our wide range of adult and senior programs. From cooking to financial and computer literacy to music and art and so very much more, our programs are here whenever you need to...

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...

Artist Spotlight: Mary Snapp!Parks and Recreation

Mary is from Dayton, Ohio and she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from the University of Dayton, with minors in Visual Arts and Marketing. She has performed at several local community theatres and spent three years as part of the street cast at the Ohio Renaissance Festival. Since 2019, Mary has been one of...

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...

Spotlight of Our Extraordinary Trainer AshleighFields!Parks and Recreation

This Personal Trainer Month, we're proud to spotlight our extraordinary trainer AshleighFields! Her impact is best described by her client Jennifer: 'When PTSD made exercise feel impossible, Ashleigh's patient, understanding approach changed everything.' Through Ashleigh's dedicated guidance, Jennifer progressed from anxiety around exercise to doubling her lift weights in just 3 months! This is what...

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