Java and Joyful Doodles
Ages 16 and up
What could be better than coffee and coloring? Join us for a relaxing morning of coloring inside and outside the lines! We will have plenty of hot and iced coffee with a variety of creamers and flavors on hand! All supplies included.
Registration deadline: Saturday, February 14
Young Birders Club Meeting
Ages 12 – 18
Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of bird watching to our youth.
Bird watching and identification is a fun and rewarding hobby and also a great place to make friends. Light snacks are provided. Participants must become members of the Ohio Young Birders Club and be between the ages of 12 and 18.
Program Code: 03-30240-C (registration through Kettering)
Confidence Behind the Camera
Ages 14 and up
Join local artist and educator Heather Ballard for a “level 2 beginner” class to learn the basics on how to use your DSLR or mirrorless camera. Get out of auto mode! This session will include time outside photographing the wonders of winter in the park and a more in-depth introduction to the basics of exposure, camera settings and composition. Bring your fully charged camera and memory card.
Registration deadline: Sunday, February 15
Tracking Challenge
All ages
Learn about wildlife tracks and challenge yourself by searching for them in the park! This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 19
Imagination Crew – Nature Play!
Ages 3 – 6
There is so much to be learned through nature play, but it’s tough when the weather turns chilly. This indoor program welcomes young naturalists to a world of imaginative play, all themed around nature. Each month will feature a different topic! In February, we will dive into learning about wildlife heroes (rehabbers, scientists, naturalists) through play.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, February 18
Stitch a Sparrow
Ages 14 and up
Learn about Ohio’s sparrows while creating your cross-stitch keepsake! Participants will choose from three sparrow species commonly found in Ohio and stitch a small pattern while discovering fun facts about them. All supplies are provided.
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 19
Winter Tree ID
Ages 14 and up
A naturalist will point out tips for identifying trees in winter and fun facts about their life history! The hike is on a natural path.
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 26
Injury Prevention Workshop with Airrosti
Ages 16 and up (under 18 requires adult companion)
Airrosti’s Adelle Scott, Sr. Recovery Specialist, will teach you how to manage, reduce and eliminate musculoskeletal pain through preventative self-myofascial release techniques using a foam roller, lacrosse ball and banded exercises. This class will focus on injury prevention. Any additional follow-up or inquiries on the advice given will need to be conducted with Airrosti directly. CWPD cannot provide any advice on further steps in treatment planning.
Registration deadline: Friday, February 27
Forts in the Forest
All ages
Build forts with what nature provides — sticks, leaves, mud or snow! Discover the fun of using nature to make a shelter as a family. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative use of materials, most livable and most woodland fairy-tastic. At the end of the program, we will take a commemorative picture and learn the proper way to give your creation back to nature. One registration per family.
Registration deadline: Monday, February 23
Watercolor Lotus Class
Ages 18 and up
Learn techniques like how to add interest to backgrounds, utilize a limited palette, and work with limited brushes to improve dexterity. You will leave the class with your completed painting! All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to intermediate level participants. All supplies will be provided. Class is taught by visual artist and designer Renee Hopson.
Registration deadline: Monday, February 23
Yoga in the Park A
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, March 2 – April 6
Method Studio’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Friday, February 27
Moms Walk and Talk
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, March 2 – May 18
We will meet near the shelter for introductions then walk along the park’s paved path. A local mom will lead the group and will have various discussion topics. Feel free to bring your younger children in carriers or strollers. Note: All children are welcome to attend a fun park play date on Monday, March 23, during Spring Break.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Registration is required, but you can join anytime!
A Walk in the Park
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 3 – May 28
These are self-guided walks around your community parks! Walking helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, lifts your spirits, strengthens memory and protects from heart disease and high blood pressure. Enjoy reduced stress, improved quality of sleep and the many benefits from an improved quality of life.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, March 3 – May 29
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks through this self-guided meet-up program! Sign up to rent Nordic poles if you want to try trekking before you purchase your own set. You will be contacted to sign a borrower’s permit and pick up your set for the fall. A limited number of rental poles are available.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, March 3 – May 29
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks during this self-guided meet-up program! You must bring your own Nordic poles if you sign up for this option.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!