Upcoming Events

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. The theme for September is ‘Hello, Fall!’. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain.

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 11

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 16 – October 21

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! All leagues are 6 weeks long. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, September 17 – October 22

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, 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, August 31

Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion

There are many different dragonfly species in Ohio! Their lifecycles include water and land. During this session, we will search for their nymphs in the water and the adults in the meadow! Be prepared to get wet in the creek. Close-toed shoes are required. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 16

Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, September 18 – October 23

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! 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, August 31

Ages 16 and up

This project is a 10.75″ square of glass for you to design a beautiful birch tree scene with the season of your choice. Complement your existing collection or pick your favorite season! 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 11

Ages 16 and up

The sunflowers are blooming and so are we! Come and create a sunflower-inspired wreath with us, perfect to welcome the chilly fall days and spread a little sunshine. All supplies and materials will be provided, and no previous experience is needed to participate.

Registration deadline: Friday, September 12

Ages 16 and up

Join us for a slow but exciting walk focused on our feathered friends. Participants will learn bird identification as we see who is chirping and chipping above us! Before we start, we will learn about feather types. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available to borrow.

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 18

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, September 18

Ages 16 and up (under 18 requires adult companion)

Airrosti’s Dr. Steven Miller and Adelle 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 the upper back and neck. If you have a foam roller, lacrosse ball or mat, please bring them. There will be a limited supply of foam rollers and lacrosse balls on hand to use.

Registration deadline: Friday, September 19

All ages

Join us for a relaxing afternoon on the Smith House lawn! Enjoy two hours of live piano music featuring your favorite tunes and classic oldies, performed by local pianist Jimmy Douglass. Free refreshments will be available throughout the event. Don’t forget to bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair to sit back, relax and enjoy the music!

Registration is not required, but registered participants will receive reminder and/or cancellation emails.

All ages

Search for and learn about the tiny creatures that have an important role in the creek ecosystem. Close-toed shoes are required. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Sunday, September 21

Ages 8 and up

Join us for this family session to learn the basics of archery and to play some competitive, fall-themed games! All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Each family member registered can bring up to 4 people. Children must be 8 years old or older to participate.

Registration deadline: Friday, September 19

Ages 16 and up

Join an ODNR Division of Wildlife expert for a presentation on coyote life history. The lecture will include information about coyote behavior and resources for those concerned about their local coyote populations.

Registration is taken by Washington-Centerville Public Library. Registration opens on August 28. Registration deadline: 1 hour before program begins or until program is full

Ages 16 and up

Create a project with a lasting reminder of the colors of summer during this new adult evening out! Participants will choose a LEGO flower kit to build while the sun sets over the meadow. Enjoy a variety of refreshments while you work on your project. Note: Kit options will be different from the Spring session.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, September 17