In honor of National Dog Day, we are hosting a paw-ty like no other at Oak Grove Park‘s Dog Park on Friday, August 29. From 5 to 7:30 p.m., join us for an unforgettable evening of fun doggy day camp-themed…
Plants without photosynthesis: trading greenery for thievery
Flowering plants (angiosperms; as opposed to other land plants like evergreens, ferns, and mosses) are characterized by flowers that produce seeds encapsulated within a fruit. Those flowers provide the beautiful displays of color that adorn our parkland woods and meadows…
Dog Days of Summer Fun Run
We’re hosting a free fun run with man’s best friend at Forest Field Park! On Saturday, August 16, bring your pup along (on a leash!) to learn about the wild canines of Ohio on a one-mile course. The event begins…
Fall Newsletter and Registration Information
For Centerville and Washington Township residents, online registration for fall programs begins Monday, August 11, at 10 a.m. Online nonresident registration will begin one week later — Monday, August 19, at 10 a.m. Phone and in-person registration will begin one…
Grant Park Bridges Dedicated
On Tuesday, July 16, 2025, the Centerville-Washington Park District held a dedication ceremony to recognize the completion of two new bridges at Grant Park. The bridges will benefit students from the two neighboring schools (Normandy Elementary School and Watts Middle…
The Peanuts Movie: Movie Party in the Park
Good grief! It’s time to break out your yellow shirt, grab your favorite blanket, leash up your loyal pup, and join us for a night of family fun with a showing of The Peanuts Movie! Enjoy this free evening of…
One Picture, So Many Questions
What are these animals? This is a pair of stream bluet damselflies, Enallagma exsulans, a common species found in every Ohio county. Damselflies, along with dragonflies, make up the insect order Odonata (so, to enthusiasts, they are called odonates, or…
New Communication Boards Promote Inclusion in Community Parks
The Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) is proud to announce the installation of three new communication boards at playgrounds across the district, all made possible through generous support from community partners. These colorful, symbol-based boards are now available at Activity Center…
Who Needs Lungs Anyhow?
There’s no more relaxing way to spend a summer day than creekin’. Wander down a local creek and you’re sure to scare up a variety of critters: minnows and darters swim off to undisturbed waters, crayfish skitter under the nearest…
Are You up to the Challenge?
We’ll post challenges on our Facebook page throughout the summer months. Complete eight out of ten posted pop-up park challenges and win a $20 Whit’s Frozen Custard gift card! In addition, each winner will be entered into a grand prize drawing! (One…