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Rounding out our week (and month!) of National Park & Recreation Month spotlights, today's featured staff members are Tom Dues (pictured above) and Sandy Turner, both from our Parks Division. Tom Dues: Jack of All Trades When you need a well informed leader to take charge and carry out the management duties of a project...

Children, especially young children, frequently do not like to be on their back in the water. There are many reasons behind this, and it is important to understand that it may take time and patience to overcome any anxiety or discomfort. Allow them to practice for as long as they feel comfortable. If they are...

Mark Eggenschwiller's fitness goal was a tall order - literally! He recently completed a summit climb of Mt. Elbert, the tallest peak in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Its elevation is approximately 14, 439 feet! With unpredictable weather and thin air at the top, this mountain presents a serious challenge to climbers. "Elbert was the greatest...

Today's 'We Rise Up for Parks & Recreation' spotlight is on Kettering community member, Jamie Jarosik! In addition to her busy career as meteorologist for WDTN, Jamie has a long history of volunteering with Kettering's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. She serves with both our Parks Board and Program Advisory Committee, as well as...

Think books with pictures are for little kids? Or that comic books are junk food for the brain? Think again! According to several studies, comic books are a great solution for encouraging reluctant readers. And these reluctant readers aren’t just students who are first learning to read – teenagers and adults who aren’t otherwise inclined...

Loretta Wikstrom (Centerville, Ohio) Mixed Media October 4 - 9 Inspired by her life of traveling and nature, Loretta Wikstrom’s artwork depicts quiet moments in landscapes and animal portraits. Using a variety of mixed media, such as watercolor, acrylic, inks and colored pencils, her work shows a range of colors, emotions and techniques. Driven by...

Kettering Fitness Employee Spotlight: Mike Fecher Mike has been working at the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center since October 2021. He has also been a member since 1990 at the Kettering Recreaction Complex! Mike enjoys engaging with the patrons and getting his workout in after his shift ends.. “The facility is always clean and organized,"...

We are so excited to share the 2024 Featured Artist for Art on the Commons, Megs LeVesseur! She is a Columbus-based ceramic artist, she brings an exuberant spirit to her work, infusing every piece with joy and playfulness. Her art is an ode to the beauty woven into life's everyday moments. Captivated by intricate line...

5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Have you ever wondered what goes into planning a pyrotechnic show? Spoiler alert- it’s quite the process! Kettering’s Go 4th stands out among the area’s fireworks displays – we have several elements you’re not going to find anywhere else. Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks in Loveland, Ohio has been in charge of...

When and where July 4 from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Delco Park 1700 Delco Park Dr., Kettering, OH 45429  Parking When you host the biggest party of the year, a lot of people show up! Before you head out to Delco Park, plan your route and where you will park. Even better - walk or...

Jerry Wells has been a familiar face at both the Kettering Recreation Complex and the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center for over 10 years. While you may find him more at the KRC, working out five days a week makes him want a little variety, so you’ll occasionally spot him on the other side of...

After a month or more of rich treats, it can be hard to switch gears, even if you’ve gotten tired of candy and cookies. We put together a few suggestions for easing the transition from holiday indulgence to resolution fit. Don’t go overboard. Suddenly cutting out sugary foods and excess carbs can cause the body...

Happy Friday! For our last fitness spotlight of 2022, we're featuring two more of the staff members who help make our fitness programs great. Alexis McLaughlin has been teaching group exercise classes since 2006, and Connor Engleman will celebrate a full year as a fitness specialist in March! (Above from left: Alexis and Connor) Alexis...

Debbie and Mike McGinnis (Beavercreek, Ohio) Woodworking October 25 – 30 www.etsy.com/shop/mmcginniswoodworking Debbie and Mike McGinnis have been creating art for decades side by side as a husband and wife team.  Their woodwork – although different from each other – demonstrates the natural beauty of each wood type, using a variety of carving and lathe...

Aaron, a Kettering native and mechanic, has been a member since 2010. After overcoming a patella fracture, he used our diverse equipment to regain lost muscle mass. Aaron values maintaining a healthy lifestyle and appreciates the variety of equipment available. Carla, a homeschooling mom of three, joined in 2012. Despite busy days, she prioritizes her...

Do you struggle to stay awake at your desk post lunch? Or get home from work and immediately collapse on the couch? Visiting a park at lunchtime could be the key to beating the afternoon blah’s, recent studies suggest. A brisk walk while focusing on nature instead of work kept study participants more productive in...

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Linda Haines, who has been working out at the Kettering Recreation Complex for the past 15 years! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member of the fitness center. I have been coming to the Rec Center for years. I started coming on a regular...