Turtle Up: Sea Turtle Conservation in Ghana
Ages 16 and up
Join Turtle Up: Conservation, Education, and Action (TUCEA) for an engaging seminar on sea turtle conservation and sustainability. Activities include trivia, a plastic waste reduction challenge, and discussions on eco-tourism and volunteering, all designed to inspire change. Whether you’re passionate about marine life or seeking ways to live more sustainably, this seminar offers valuable insights and opportunities to get involved in meaningful conservation efforts. This program is presented in partnership with the Washington-Centerville Public Library and Turtle Up.
Registration is taken by Washington-Centerville Public Library. Registration opens on August 17 and is open until the day of the program or full.
Beginner Pickleball Lessons
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 15 – October 6
Join Certified Pickleball Trainer James Lawson 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. Please note different address for rain location.
Registration deadline: Friday, September 4
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate/Advanced Tues
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 15 – October 20
6:00 p.m. and/or 7:00 p.m.
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! All leagues are 6 weeks long. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the advanced intermediate to competitive level. Note: this program is being modified during construction on Activity Center Pickleball Courts.
Registration deadline: Sunday, August 30
Junior Explorers
Ages 6 – 8
Wednesdays, September 16 – October 21
This program, designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways, teaches children about nature and the outdoors. Activities include discovery, challenges and games. We occasionally celebrate the last session of the season with a campfire and s’mores. Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions by answering the custom questions upon registration.
Registration deadline: September 9
Pickleball League Any Doubles Beginner Wed
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, September 16 – October 21
5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. AND/OR 7:30 p.m.
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! All leagues are 6 weeks long. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note that you may be assigned matches at any of the start times listed due to court availability. Note: this program is being modified during construction on Activity Center Pickleball Courts.
Registration deadline: Sunday, August 30
Family Creeking Fun!
All ages
Creeking season is coming to a close! Let’s get out one more time to investigate fossils and search for creatures! Close-toed shoes are required. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Monday, September 14
Preschool Nature Series: Sunflowers
Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion
Sunflowers are one of our favorite fall-blooming flowers. From rich golden colors to deep maroons, there are over 50 native species of sunflowers! Join us for a hike as we learn how versatile this species is. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 15
Glass Fusing: Birch Trees
Ages 16 and up
Pick your birch tree scene’s season — fall, winter, spring or summer! This project is a 10.75″ square of glass for you to design a beautiful birch tree scene with the season of your choice. Kathy Woodruff from Busy Beaver will lead participants through this customer-favorite class and help you start or complete your birch tree collection.
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 10
Movie Party in the Park: How to Train Your Dragon
All ages
Rain date: September 25
Journey back in time for games and activities inspired by the renaissance period. From archery and “apple bobbing,” to art making and stories of fantastical beasts, there will be fun for all ages! Timeless Tacos food truck and Whit’s Frozen Custard will be available for purchase and sure to delight! Or you can bring a picnic-blanket dinner to enjoy. At sunset, we will end the night with a screening of the original animated “How to Train Your Dragon.”
Decomposition Detectives
All ages
Can you spot early signs of decomposition? Decomposition is nature’s way of recycling plant and animal matter back into the environment. Fungi, bacteria and even insects all take part in the recycling process! Come on a hike as we look for decomposition throughout our parks. This is a Tools to Trek Program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 17
Bike About Centerville Community Ride A
Ages 18 and up
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Washington Township by bicycle. The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! The ride will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles.
Registration deadline: Friday, September 18
Gentle Yoga A
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 22 – October 27
Join us for a gentler, more adaptable yoga program. This class will feature additional guidance, modifications and props to assist in supporting postures and a slower pace. Taught by certified yoga instructor Kathleen Crosby. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Friday, September 18
Sushi Roll Adventure
Ages 8 – 15
Learn the art of sushi making with Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling! Perfect for sushi lovers and beginners alike, you’ll leave with delicious veggie rolls to enjoy and the skills to impress! Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 15
Conservation Crew: Seed Collection
Ages 12 – 17
We will be collecting seeds in the native seed nursery during this session. Bags and gloves will be provided. Bring a water bottle. All sessions are eligible for volunteer service hours.
Registration deadline: Sunday, September 20
Legacy and Landscapes: Business and Civic Leader Breakfast
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. David L. Goldstein, Emeritus Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Wright State University
For many of us, Centerville and Washington Township aren’t just coordinates on a map. This is home. Whether you grew up playing on the ballfields at Activity Center Park, hiking the trails of Grant Park, or you’ve spent decades building your business in the heart of our community, you know our green spaces are the common ground that brings us together.
Last year, we shared data on the economic impact of your parks. This year, we want to talk about legacy and vision.
Whether you are a business and civic leader who understands the spirit of this community or you are new to the area and want to know more, we are inviting you to a different kind of breakfast. We aren’t here to talk at you; we are here to listen.
The Goal: To ensure the parks that shaped your journey continue to be the reason the next generation of talent chooses to live, work and stay in Centerville and Washington Township.
Please RSVP by Friday, September 18.