Preschool Nature Series: Butterflies
Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion
Butterflies have complex lifecycles that allow them to fit right into our ecosystem. We will search for butterflies and learn about supporting them in our own yards and spaces. This is a Tools to Trek Program.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 13
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Beginner B
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, May 15 – June 19
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! 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, April 27
Glass Fusing: Spring Daisy Suncatcher
Ages 16 and up
Create a 4.5″ by 9″ suncatcher to highlight a classic spring flower. Kathy Woodruff from Busy Beaver will provide the supplies. Beginners and returners alike are welcome to this new class!
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 11
Campfire Yoga
Ages 18 and up
Celebrate spring with Method Yoga Studio’s Megan Lees! Enjoy some downtime next to the warm and cozy fire. This outdoor yoga class will include warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses and end with relaxation around the campfire.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 13
Safari Fitness Adventure
Recommended ages 4 – 8 with adult companion
Participants will visit various stations, each featuring fun fitness challenges inspired by incredible animals — leap like frogs, crawl like bears and sprint like cheetahs. Upon completing the journey, they’ll earn special safari badges to celebrate their achievements. Get ready for a wild time filled with movement, learning and fun!
Date Night Mystery Solve It!
Ages 18 and up
Join the Centerville-Washington Park District and the Washington-Centerville Public Library for a book signing at “Lit Lounge!” However, during the event, the author is suddenly slain! Enjoy light refreshments and conversation while you find clues to solve the mystery. Please note: this program is a repetition of the Fall program of the same name. Please sign up each person attending.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 11
Safety on Wheels
All ages
Join us the Noon Optimist Club of Centerville, in partnership with the Centerville-Washington Park District, the Centerville Police Department and Bike Centerville, promote youth bicycle safety in the community. Children of all ages are encouraged to attend and bring their bicycles. Free bicycle helmets will be available, along with helmet fittings, and bikes will be given a safety check before kids ride the fun obstacle course! There will also be raffle prizes throughout the event, including grand prize bicycles.
Registration is not required.
Bike Centerville Community Ride
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, May 22
Conservation Crew: Native Plantings
Ages 12 – 18
We will be planting Royal Catchfly plugs in the seed nursery. Come ready to dig!
Registration deadline: Monday, May 19
Porch Stitching: Grocery or Garden Totes
Ages 18 and up
Fridays, May 23 & 30
Enjoy the warm weather on our porch! Create a beautiful work of art! We will be personalizing tote bags perfect for farmers markets, shopping trips or working in the garden. The program will cover the basics of simple embroidery. No previous experience is necessary. All supplies and materials are provided.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 16
Lacrosse Ball/Foam Rolling Clinic
Ages 16 and up (under 18 requires adult companion)
This class will focus on both upper and lower body exercises. 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: Friday, April 23
Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
All ages
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.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Family Birdwatching Walk
All ages
Join avid birdwatcher John Kennard on a walk focusing on bird identification and fun facts. Bring binoculars if you have them. A limited supply will be available to borrow. Hike is on a natural path. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 29
Watercolor & Printmaking Class
Ages 18 and up
We will be exploring nature-themed imagery while combining watercolor painting with block printing. Leave the class with your finished painting/print and your very own printing block. All skill levels are welcome! This class is best for beginner to intermediate level participants.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 23
Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 1 Morning
Ages 5 – 12
What’s a habitat? An animal home! Join us for a week of exploring habitats at Grant Park! From squirrels and owls to salamanders and snails, we will answer the question of ‘where do wild things live?’ Each day will feature hikes to different parts of Grant Park to explore forests, creeks, ponds, meadows, and even the leaf litter on the edge of the trails!
Registration deadline: Monday, May 26