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Inclusion Focus Group

We would like to invite you to attend an online inclusion focus group. Please share your suggestions with us! We want to hear about your park experiences. Help us continue to promote inclusion and accessibility for all at your Centerville-Washington…

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Spider Silk: A Web of Intrigue

There’s something about spiders… Despite the numerous spider decorations that will appear on and around houses this October, spiders remain high on many people’s list of “least favorite animals.” Nevertheless, spiders have some amazing traits. They can travel hundreds of…

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Archery Day

Three local agencies (Centerville-Washington Park District, Kettering Recreation Complex and the Washington Township RecPlex) are teaming up for an afternoon of archery! Join us Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Oak Grove Park for inflatable archery,…

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The Rust Family

Ron and Sharon Rust have been Centerville residents for 21 years. They share 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Ron is a retired pharmacist, having spent the bulk of his employment at Grandview and Southview hospitals (now part of the Kettering…

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Sunday Sundaes

Celebrate the end of summer with a free sundae at the Smith House on Sunday, August 25 from 2 – 4 pm! Enjoy a relaxing summer afternoon with yard games, live music and a guided hike to admire the wildflowers.…

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Bubble-palooza!

Are you ready for a fun run with bubbles everywhere? Join us Saturday, August 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Forest Field Park! Learn where you can spot bubbles in nature as you stop by stations with ……

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Sprayground Grand Reopening!

Join us Friday, July 19 from 11 am to noon for a ribbon cutting, refreshments and fun water play as we celebrate the reopening of the sprayground at Activity Center Park! The renovation, sponsored by Dayton Children’s Hospital, was designed…