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Want proof that parks and recreation promote wellness? Let’s talk about parks prescriptions, an increasingly common therapy that doctors are using in the U.S. and abroad. Several recent studies have shown direct benefits to overall health just from spending some extra time outdoors. According to research published by the International Journal of Environmental Health and...

Rosewood Arts Center Nurtures and Elevates Artists Rosewood Arts Center stands as a beacon of support and empowerment for artists of all backgrounds and skill levels, fostering a dynamic environment where creativity flourishes and artistic visions come to life. From the gallery walls to community engagement initiatives, Rosewood serves as a vital hub for artists,...

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...

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...

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...

Joe, a long-time Kettering resident, has been an avid runner and member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center for over a decade. He first took up running in 2014 with the goal of completing a 5K race, which he accomplished that November. Since then, Joe has gone on to complete over 100 races, usually...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Have you ever visited Rosewood Gallery? We hope so! It's one of the region's artistic gems, offering three juried exhibitions and five pairs of solo exhibitions per year, representing a mix of local and national artists. We asked Gallery Coordinator Paula Kraus to explain what makes Rosewood Gallery unique and what goes into planning each...

Kettering’s 2024 Art on the Commons Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is quickly approaching! Today we are sharing the top 5 reasons to attend this annual festival which will be held on Sunday, August 11 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Lincoln Park Civic Commons in Kettering, Ohio. The Amazing Art! The main attraction...

One of our favorite holiday sights in Kettering is the beautiful Mayor’s Tree in Lincoln Park Civic Commons. The tree’s crowning moment is the Kettering Mayor’s Tree Lighting, and afterward, it shines all season long. So, where does this holiday giant come from? The tree is harvested as part of a service provided by the...

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...