Upcoming Events

Ages 16 and up

Join history experts and CWPD for a look at Grant Park’s Normandy Entrance, past and present. After a presentation on the area’s history featuring Richard H. Grant and Normandy Farms, we will take a short hike to view the remnants of the past mixed with the present natural environment. The hike is on a natural trail with some inclines.

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10

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 and lacrosse ball. If you have a foam roller, lacrosse ball or mat, please bring them with you. There will be a limited supply of foam rollers and lacrosse balls on hand to use.

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10

Ages 16 and up

This program is for beginners interested in learning archery! By the end of the night, you’ll be shooting on your own, playing games and increasing your confidence as an archer. Each group can have up to four people. This program is perfect for couples, friend groups, co-workers, siblings and more! One registration per group. Must be 16 or older to join.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

Ages 12 – 15

Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

Ages 9 – 11
Monday – Wednesday, July 14 – 16
(Rain date: Thursday, July 17)

Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, July 15 – August 26
(No class August 12)

We dance to various styles of music (Latin, hip hop, pop, global rhythms, etc.) which provides a good mix of low to high-intensity moves. Instructor Emily Chandler strives to make this class high-energy and a lot of fun! We can guarantee you’ll leave this class feeling great! Please bring a bottle of water.

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 13

Ages 16 and up

We will cover the basics of needle felting and decorate a set of environmentally friendly dryer balls. They can be used instead of dryer sheets as a more natural and sustainable alternative. No prior experience is needed and all supplies will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own tools or dryer balls.

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10

Recommended for ages 3 – 7 with parent/guardian

Let’s explore bubbles with a bubble party! We will create a unique craft using bubbles, and enjoy bubble playtime and a story!

Registration deadline: Sunday, July 13

Ages 12 – 18
Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
2751 Washington Mill Rd, Bellbrook, OH 45305

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-B (registration through Kettering)

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, July 17

Ages 18 and up

In this workshop, we will create panoramic waterfall paintings using resistance techniques. We will start with a quick warm-up exercise and wrap up with a full-color watercolor of a waterfall. We will be using studio materials. Leave the class with a panoramic waterfall painting. All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to advanced level participants.

Registration deadline: Friday, July 11

Ages 8 – 12

Learn how to needle felt with us and create a cute and cuddly friend to take home. This class will cover the basic techniques, supplies, and safety considerations needed to create figures from wool. Note, we will be working with real needles in the class! No previous experience is needed, and all supplies will be provided.

Registration deadline: Saturday, July 5

Ages 18 and up

Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Dayton by bicycle. 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.

Registration deadline: Friday, July 18

Ages 12 – 15

We will conduct wildlife surveys, climb trees with EarthJoy, hike, go creeking, and take on silly team challenges. Each week will have a different nature theme to study. We will spend one day each week at Oak Grove Park where we will focus on archery, special activities and challenges related to our weekly theme.

Registration deadline: Monday, July 14