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The City of Kettering’s Art in Public Places is excited announce the upcoming installation of Silver Lining, a new public artwork by artist Sujin Lim, set to debut at Rosewood Arts Center in April 2025. Silver Lining in Good Company features a pair of playful sculptures crafted from polyester resin and fiberglass, depicting an abstract human...

Kettering Children's TheatreParks and Recreation

Spring 2025 Production Alice in Wonderland Fridays,  April 4 & 11, 7 p.m. Saturdays,  April 5 & 12* 7 p.m. Sundays,  April 6 & 13  2 p.m. *sign interpreted performance Adapted by: Brainerd Duffield Directed by: Mary Snapp Alice plunges down the rabbit hole and becomes involved in that madcap and deliciously satiric series of...

This week, we turn the spotlight on Jessica Bernal, a fantastic member who proves that dedication to health and fitness can thrive even amidst the busy schedule of a homeschooling mom! A Year of Commitment Jessica joined the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center in June 2023. Since then, she's become a familiar face, inspiring others...

From dance to swimming to traditional exercise, Kettering is full of ways for senior adults to have fun and stay healthy! Check out this selection of indoor activities to keep your exercise plan going during the chillier weather. 1. Senior Drop-In Gym Offered weekday mornings to adults ages 55+, this is the perfect opportunity to...

Dawna Boehmer (Hamilton, Ohio) Painting November 15 - 20 www.dawnaboehmer.com Vivid, bold colors bring vibrancy to each painting that Dawna Boehmer creates, sharing narratives of humorous social interaction.  Using oil paints and canvas, Dawna has been described as a “sarcastic Norman Rockwell” with her personality and humor shining through. About Art Festivals Dawna says, “I’m...

We are celebrating National Park and Recreation Month here in Kettering! Kettering resident Jonelle Carroll is an active participant in the wide range of programs offered through our city’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts department. Here's what Jonelle had to say about PRCA: “I believe it is one of the many things that makes Kettering...

Got a teen or tween at home? Chances are they’re starting to get interested in venturing into the work world. Babysitting is a top choice for first work experience and is a great way for kids to develop a greater sense of responsibility. Better Babysitters educates future sitters ages 10 – 16 about the qualities...

As a pillar of arts and culture in Kettering for almost 40 years, Rosewood Arts Center serves as an engine for creativity that ripples across the local economy. This economic ripple effect stems from Rosewood's multifaceted support for working artists and creative professionals. Each year, Rosewood hires over 60 artists and arts educators to teach...

It’s Friday, and that means we’re highlighting another one of our wonderful fitness members! Meet fitness patron and former Kettering School board member, Dick DeLon, who works out at the KFWC with the goal of staying healthy and active. Congrats on all your progress towards your wellness goals, Dick! Tell us about yourself and how...

Larry FoxParks and Recreation

Through my 10 years of being a personal trainer, I have never had two clients that have been alike. Each client is different in their own unique way. It is my job as a trainer to research and educate myself to meet the needs of a client who has a certain injury, disease or medical...

This week, we shine the spotlight on Scott Goss, a dedicated patron of the Kettering Recreation Complex (KRC). Scott, originally from Toledo, spent eight years serving in the Army before relocating to Dayton from Charleston, SC, about a year ago. He joined the KRC in October and has been an active participant in our group...

The Thursday Five - September 8Parks and Recreation

The weekend is almost here! Get out and explore something new. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: The J.F. Kennedy Park Splash Pad Pool season may be over, but the splash pad remains open weekends through September, weather permitting. The extended forecast looks like it's cooling off, so...

It’s Friday, and that means we’re highlighting another one of our wonderful fitness members! Meet fitness patron Molly Hofacker, who works out at the KRC with the goal of staying healthy and exercising daily. Congrats on all your progress towards your wellness goals, Molly! Tell us about yourself and how long you've been a member...

Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

The 37th Annual Art on the Commons Fine Arts and Crafts Festival presented by Rosewood Arts Center August 10, 2025 11 am - 5pm Back for its 37th year, the Art on the Commons Fine Arts and Crafts Festival features approximately one hundred artists from around the country. Located in a scenic park within the...

Over a year ago, when the pandemic drastically changed our lives, Benee Peavy found a new service that would change hers: the CIL Senior Transportation provided through Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts.  Running on weekdays, the program provides door-to-door service to shopping and personal appointments throughout Kettering. “With this service, I was able to get...

The results are in! Our 2022 Community Survey results have arrived – and we’re blushing. Ninety-eight percent of the Kettering residents who answered the 2022 City of Kettering Community Survey rated the Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department as ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ when assessing our overall service to the community. The last time we...

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...

About Art in Public PlacesParks and Recreation

About Mission The City of Kettering’s Art in Public Places program commissions and acquires art that inspires our residents and visitors and celebrates what makes our community special. Vision The City of Kettering’s Art in Public Places program creates meaningful experiences for residents, encourages civic engagement, explores diverse subject matter, and offers significant aesthetic experiences....

We are celebrating National Park and Recreation Month here in Kettering! Meghan Thomas is a resident and a Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts superuser! She wrote: “We love Kettering because we LOVE the Parks and Rec program! The rich programming available is a main driving force for our choice to buy a home and raise...

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