Upcoming Events

Recommended for ages 8 and up

Help contribute to research by joining the naturalist on butterfly surveys. Identify and count butterflies while observing other seasonal wildlife as we stroll. No experience is necessary. Trail is approximately one mile in length on uneven terrain. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, August 8

Ages 6 and up with an adult companion (Adults can register as well to create their own terrarium)

This adult and child sand art workshop is a perfect opportunity to have a fun bonding experience with your favorite little one! Kids and adults alike will enjoy being creative with sand art — with the bonus of adding live air plants.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 28

All ages

A fun run with bubbles everywhere! Learn where you can spot bubbles in nature as you stop by stations with … you guessed it … bubbles! This will be a three-quarter-mile course with a 100-meter dash option for ages 10 and under. This event is sponsored by Dayton Children’s Hospital.

Ages 18 and up

The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! This ride will take our Bike Centerville Community Rides up a level and be approximately 22 miles starting at Wagon Trail Park, exploring Springboro before ending back where you started.

Registration deadline: Thursday, August 8

Ages 18 and up

Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.

*Please note that the location of this month’s Hike with a Naturalist differs from what was printed in the newsletter.*

Registration deadline: Tuesday, August 13

All ages

Join us for a movie party in the park featuring Ratatouille! The night will begin with games, activities and crafts. The professionals from Claybourne Grille food truck would be pleased to serve you! You may also bring a picnic blanket dinner. At sunset, we will gather around the big screen for the main movie event! This event is made possible by a partnership with The Jeff Probst Group at Keller Williams Community Partners.

Registration is requested but not required.

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, August 19 – September 23

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! All leagues are 5 weeks long. 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, July 28

Ages 18 and up
Mondays or Tuesdays, August 19 – September 23

Please sign up for this will call if you are a single player without a partner. We will make every effort to match you with a partner and then enroll you in one of our intermediate+ pickleball leagues. Please indicate in the enrollment questions which intermediate+ league you prefer. Please note that the Any Doubles League (open to men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) on Mondays is the easier league to find a partner for.

Registration deadline: Monday, August 19

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, August 20 – September 17

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! All leagues are 5 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, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 28

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, August 21 – September 18

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! All leagues are 5 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, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 28

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays or Thursdays, August 21 – September 23

Please sign up for this will call if you are a single player without a partner. We will make every effort to match you with a partner and then enroll you in one of our beginner pickleball leagues. Please indicate in the enrollment questions which beginner league you prefer. Please note that the Any Doubles League (open to men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) on Wednesdays is the easier league to find a partner for.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 21

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, August 22 – September 19

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! All leagues are 5 weeks long. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 28

Ages 16 and up

Learn how to use thread, felt and beads to mimic the beauty of nature in this mixed-media embroidery class. We will cover the basic stitches and techniques required to make your own colorful critter. No previous experience is needed to participate.

Registration deadline: Thursday, August 15

Ages 16 and up

It’s time for a creative beach vision! Create a relaxing beach scene on a 10.75” square of glass, which includes a metal hanger. All materials, except a stand for your project, are included. Instructor Kathy Woodruff will provide glass fusing instruction and creative ideas.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 18

All ages

Join us for an evening of spoiling your dogs with fun activities, a photo booth, giveaways and a puppachino bar. Activities will be held outside the dog park and the gated areas will remain open for off-leash play. In honor of the upcoming National Dog Day, we will be collecting donations for SICSA, a pet adoption and wellness center in our community.