Mom & Me Brunch
Ages 4 – 10 with adult companion
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special cooking class lead by Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling. Together, you’ll whip up delicious brunch favorites like French toast casserole and fresh fruit parfaits, all while creating memories in the kitchen. Please register the mom attending. Up to two children within the age range are included in the price. Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class
Registration deadline: Monday, April 27
Beginner Pickleball Lessons B
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, May 5 – May 26
Join Certified Pickleball Trainer James Lawson, a licensed and certified instructor with a current DUPR rating of 5.23, to develop the introductory skills to level up your pickleball game. This 4-week lesson is designed for the beginner player looking to develop basic skills to move up to a more competitive level of play. This program will move indoors for adapted lessons in inclement weather.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 1
Early Adventures
Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion
These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hikes can be on a natural or paved path depending on location. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 3
Mad Science University
Ages 9 – 12
Wednesdays, May 6 – May 27
Science is all around us! Children will experience science firsthand through hands-on, and sometimes messy, activities! We will explore fascinating science concepts with a new theme each week. We are putting science to the test as your child learns about chemistry, biology and physics.
Registration deadline: Monday, April 27
Creative Crafting
Ages 9 – 13
Try new art skills during this fun, nature-themed crafting program. Each session will offer different options for participants to choose from, allowing them to work independently or get creative together!
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 3
Celebrating All Mothers
All ages
Celebrate all kinds of mothers with Mother Earth herself! Kick off Mother’s Day weekend in the park with flower bouquet making, floral photo opportunities, heartfelt crafts and live music from pianist Jimmy Douglass.
Registration is requested.
Penbrooke Garden Club Sale
Love in Bloom
Ages 7 – 11 with adult companion
While mothers savor refreshments on the back patio, children will craft a heartfelt surprise. Then, everyone will enjoy a relaxing stroll through the park, enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. Please register each child attending.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 3
Movie Party in the Park: Shrek
All ages
Rain date: Saturday, May 16
We will kick off the adventure with games, crafts and some live donkey visitors from Learning Tree Farm! Enjoy a tasty dinner from Claybourne Grille, a dessert by Ginny’s Philly Water Ice, or bring a picnic dinner. At sunset, we will settle in for a showing of 2001’s classic hit, Shrek! This event is possible thanks to a generous sponsorship from Dayton Children’s Hospital.
Pickleball League Any Doubles My Teen & Me B
Ages 12 – 17 plus a family member over 21
Sundays, May 10 – June 14
This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) comprised of a teen and their parent/guardian or other close family member over the age of 21. Please register your teen and list the participating family member in the questions. Both players must have an online account set up on the same household profile. There is no single player will call for this league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, April 26
Little Movers Tech Fitness Fest
Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion
Let’s get moving! Children will enjoy participating in easy-to-follow song and dance videos made for preschoolers, followed by a hands-on activity that encourages movement, laughter and healthy fun!
Registration deadline: Friday, May 8
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate B
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, May 11 – June 15
This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, April 26
Crafts with Nature – Butterflies!
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games and take short hikes in the park — all to spark a love of nature in our youngest community members! The theme for April is ‘Butterflies!’. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 6
Art & Imagination
Ages 6 – 9
This drop-off program is designed to give your child the opportunity to get creative! They will design a variety of projects based on a monthly theme. Outdoor activities will be included when weather permits. Sign up for one or multiple sessions.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 5
Ohio Young Birders Club Conservation Project
Ages 12 – 18
We will be planting native coneflowers to support birds. Join the OYBC Southwest Chapter! Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of bird watching to our youth through the Ohio Young Birders Club. Light snacks are provided. Participants must become members of the Ohio Young Birders Club. The Spring session of the Southwest Chapter is hosted by the Centerville-Washington Park District.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 10