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Calling all pass members! Our popular Share the Love event returns next week - bring a buddy along to our fitness centers from Feb. 13 - 19, and your buddy works out for free. Buddies must be age 18+ with a signed fitness waiver. One free guest per pass member. One of the best ways...

Karianne Combs has been enriching our fitness community for 1½ years, teaching both weekly drop-in exercise classes and registered programs. Her impressive credentials include ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Keiser Certification-Indoor Cycling, and TRX Suspension Training. Find Karianne leading dynamic sessions across all three of our exercise studios with popular formats including Boot Camp, Flex...

As the Director of Kettering’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, Mary Beth O’Dell is committed to ensuring that the community has access to the highest quality parks and recreation experiences possible. Under her leadership, our department has been recognized with a host of honors, including several re-accreditations through CAPRA and the 2014 National...

Today, we continue our month-long series of spotlights in celebration of National Park & Recreation Month and 2022’s theme, We Rise Up For Parks & Recreation. Kettering Arts Council member Tracy McElfresh is a beloved and very active member of the Kettering community! Not only has she served on the KAC for several years, but...

Thom Meyer was born in Rochester, New York. He attended college at the University of South Florida, received his Masters from Wright State University, and earned post-grad hours at Miami University. Thom retired after 35 years of teaching Art Photography at Fairmont High School, where he was also the Muse Machine advisor and Art Department...

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Jim Cunningham, who has been working out at the KFWC for almost 10 years! After suffering a stroke last year, he has been returning to his workout routine and continuing to work toward his goal of becoming a Black Belt in Taekwondo. Thanks for choosing to work out...

The weekend is almost here! Get out and explore something new. Here are our five picks for fun around Kettering during the days ahead: Stop by Rosewood Gallery The gallery space is brand new, and so is Rosewood's main entrance. Currently on view is the top-notch HWD Juried Sculpture Exhibition, featuring 3-D artwork from across...

The City of Kettering’s Rosewood Arts Centre is now accepting applications for A Rosewood Holiday, taking place Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This annual event provides an opportunity for local and Rosewood-affiliated artists and students to exhibit and sell their work while supporting Rosewood’s ongoing arts education and community programs. Interested...

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...

Meet Dale - Proving That Age is Just a Number at 87!We're thrilled to spotlight Dale Bell, an incredible 87-year-old member who shows us what determination and resilience look like! After a successful 30+ year career with the Mead Corporation, Dale moved from Georgia back to Ohio to be closer to family and has been...

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...

The City of Kettering is conducting a statistically valid survey to support the development of the Kettering Playbook, a master plan for parks, recreation and cultural arts. The survey will be mailed to randomly selected households beginning the week of Nov. 10. Responses will help guide future investments and improvements across the city. Residents who...

Want to have your best Fourth of July ever? Check out our top tips for enjoying Kettering’s spectacular Go 4th celebration and join us on July 4 from 6 – 10 p.m. at Delco Park.  Tip #1 Get comfortable for an evening of patriotic fun. Bring chairs, blankets, snacks, refreshments and your camera. Please leave...

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...

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...