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Treasure hunt with our spring community sale eventsParks and Recreation

Nothing says spring quite like going garage sale-ing. The combination of spring cleaning and warmer weather make garage sales a community favorite for this time of year. Our Adult Programs team wants to help you skip the driving around and searching. Save your gas money for new-to-you treasures instead! First up is our annual Kettering...

July is Park and Recreation Month!Parks and Recreation

For 40 years, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has celebrated Park and Recreation Month, celebrating the incredible impact of parks and recreation professionals who help build stronger, more vibrant communities. Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is excited to join the celebration this July by showcasing what makes our park system special! Every...

The Insider's Guide to Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

Rosewood Arts Centre’s premier annual event, Art on the Commons, is almost here! The festival features over 101 artists in a variety of media, and all artists were hand-selected by our 2019 festival jury. There’s so much to see and do at the festival, affectionately known by us insiders as AOTC, we put together a handy...

Minutes 9-23-25

KETTERING CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES September 23, 2025 The Council of the City of Kettering, Ohio, met in regular session on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Kettering Government Center South Building, 3600 Shroyer Road. Mayor Lehner presided and the Clerk of Council, Amy J. Hayslip, recorded. This...

Five Ways to Enjoy Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

Rosewood Arts Centre’s premier annual event, Art on the Commons, is almost here! We're celebrating a major milestone this time around -this fine arts and crafts festival has been going strong for 30 years! The festival features over 100 artists in a variety of media. All the artwork is juried to make sure the quality...

Rosewood Arts Center Portfolio ExchangeParks and Recreation

The 7th Annual Print Portfolio Exchange Artists are invited to submit an edition of ten original prints in exchange for a random assortment of eight original prints by other participants. Print exchange participants will also receive one commemorative print made by artists at Rosewood Arts Center and a booklet featuring all of the submitted prints....

Energy

Electricity Emissions According to our 2023 Greenhouse Gas Inventory, over half of the City of Kettering’s emissions come from the residential sector. In the residential sector, electricity accounts for 46% of greenhouse gas emissions. A key way to reduce these emissions is by switching to renewable energy sources across all sectors, but especially residential. Switch...

Initiatives & Goals

KetterGreen The Sustainability Office also oversees KetterGreen, which is a committee of city staff that helps promote and organize environmental events within the City facilities as well as the community. Events KetterGreen has hosted or organized over the last year are prescription drug drop offs to prevent these medications from going down our streams, hazardous...

Rehabbing A Home

Low-Interest Loans 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...

Meet chalk artist, Tiffany Kelly!Parks and Recreation

Have you heard about our Chalk It Up To Play contest? Artist Tiffany Kelly of Chalk N’ Awe will create a new piece of chalk art in a different Kettering park each week. View the official Chalk It Up To Play page for details on how to enter and win a $10 Orange Leaf gift...

Fitness Spotlight: Joy BeckerParks and Recreation

Image: KRC staff member Joy Becker (second row, far right) enjoys working out in our Ladies Group Training class. If you're a regular at the Kettering Recreation Complex, you'll definitely recognize this week's featured fitness patron! Joy Becker is a familiar face at the KRC desk, and she loves to hang at the KRC off...

Rosewood Behind the Kiln: Brandon LoweryParks and Recreation

Meet the talented team that keeps Rosewood Arts Centre running - today, we're featuring Ceramics Coordinator, Brandon Lowery. In addition to keeping the kilns and pottery studios of Rosewood running, Brandon teaches classes and creates his own ceramic work. How long have you been at Rosewood? What do you enjoy about it? I have been...

Solo Exhibitions by Brian Mathus and Craig FisherParks and Recreation

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....

Youth and Family ProgramsParks and Recreation

We are proud to offer programs that meet the needs of our community's youth - from Nursery Song and Sign to Wheel Pottery for Teens, we have classes and events to suit all ages and interests. We also offer numerous opportunities throughout the year for families to connect and enjoy quality time together. Want to...

National Parks & Recreation Month Staff Feature: Lindsey WhitleyParks and Recreation

As the PRCA department secretary, Lindsey Whitley plays a key role in keeping everything running smoothly from day to day. She assists every patron who calls, emails and visits the PRCA administrative office, plus supports our PRCA Director. “I love working with and helping people!” Whitley said. “I work with the staff, citizens, volunteers and...

FITNESS MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Ben Edwards Parks and Recreation

Meet Ben, a one-year member of Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center whose journey proves that fitness is so much more than just looking good – it's about reclaiming your life! From Challenge to Champion:Ben's fitness journey began with a simple moment of self-awareness at the pool. That motivation led him to drop 30 pounds and discover...

Personal Trainer Spotlight: Michael FreemanParks and Recreation

Personal Trainer Spotlight: Client Testimonial from: Julie Settimo When it comes to transformative fitness journeys, the right personal trainer can make all the difference. Today, we're shining the spotlight on Michael Freeman, a trainer whose dedication to his clients' success exemplifies the very best in personal training. Julie Settimo's experience with Michael highlights three key...

Arts Council member Meghan Dillon discusses the arts in KetteringParks and Recreation

Meghan Dillon teaches art at Kettering Fairmont High School. She has been a member of the Kettering Arts Council since 2013 and serves on the Art in Public Places Committee as well. In honor of Youth Art Month, we asked her to give us her perspective on the arts in Kettering and the value of...

Meet the Dayton Fangs!Parks and Recreation

It’s officially Olympics month! The 2018 Winter Games kick off on February 9 in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Olympic dreams and the joy of winter sports aren’t reserved for the elite levels – they start in community recreation facilities like the Kettering Ice Arena. All February long, we’re highlighting some of the dynamic teams and individuals...

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Rahul GuhaParks and Recreation

Say hello to our Kettering Fitness Patron Spotlight Rahul Guha!! Rahul has been a member of KFWC since 2016. Rahul grew up in Beavercreek and works at Wright-Patt as a cost analyst. His biggest passion is being a high school speech and debate coach. He has been coaching, doing public speaking and participating in acting...

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