Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
All ages
Fridays, September 12 & October 31
Families are invited to join us outside to listen to a story brought to you by the Washington-Centerville Public Library! Participate in nature-themed activities following the story. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on. All sessions are Tools to Trek programs.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Happy Bees Hydration Station
Ages 16 and up
Join Kristin Bailey from Purple Paintbrush LLC for a hands-on clay workshop where creativity meets conservation! You’ll design and build a functional water station using approximately 1.5 pounds of clay—perfect for keeping bees hydrated. Kristin will guide you through shaping your piece and adding thoughtful details, then you’ll finish it off with colorful glaze to make it truly your own. Help support our vital pollinators while exploring your artistic side!
Registration deadline: Sunday, September 7
Cyanotypes and Lumen Prints
Ages 14 and up
Learn two historical camera-less photographic processes while creating beautiful botanical images with local artist and educator Heather Ballard. We will collaborate with the sun and the parks natural resources to create frame-able works of art! All supplies are included. You may bring flowers or leaves from your yard or garden!
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 4
Movie Party in the Park: The Wild Robot
All ages
This movie party is sure to be one wild adventure! Our night will begin with games, crafts, activities and more to unleash your family’s wild side! The Family Spoon food truck and Sweet P’s popsicle cart will be pleased to serve you the perfect meal! Or, you can bring your own food for a picnic blanket dinner. At sunset, we will settle in for a viewing of the adventurous and heartwarming film, The Wild Robot. This event is possible thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Jeff Probst Group. (Rain date: Saturday, September 20)
Registration is requested but not required.
Bike About Centerville, 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! Rides will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles that start and end at a park.
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 11
Pickleball League Any Doubles My Teen & Me
Ages 12 – 17 plus a family member over 21
Sundays, September 14 – October 19
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! 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.
Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, September 15 – October 20
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level.
Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31
Fitness for Longevity (formerly Fitness Yoga)
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, September 15 – October 20
This class is designed to help you maintain the strength, mobility and power at age 100 that you have now. You’ll work motor units—which disappear if we don’t use them—and all types of muscle, from slow twitch to fast twitch. All levels are welcome. Taught by certified yoga instructor Dan Loofboro. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Friday, September 12
Crafts with Nature – Hello, Fall!
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
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Intermediate
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
Pickleball League Any Doubles Beginner
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
Preschool Nature Series: Dragonflies
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
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Beginner
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
Glass Fusing: Birch Trees
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
Bike About Centerville, Ride B
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! Rides will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles that start and end at a park.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, September 17