Upcoming Events

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, September 30 – October 28

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! All leagues are 5 weeks long. Five Franklin X-40 pickleballs per team are included and can be picked up from Park District Headquarters prior to league play. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level.

Registration deadline: Sunday, September 8

Ages 11 – 18

Kettering PRCA and Centerville-Washington Park District are collaborating to bring the joy of birdwatching to our youth. Birdwatching and identification is a fun and rewarding hobby and a great place to make friends! Light snacks are included. Participants must be members of the Ohio Young Birders Club. Winter programs will be held by Kettering PRCA.

Registration deadline: Sunday, September 29

Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion

Hit the trail with us! These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hike is on a natural path. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.

Registration deadline: Sunday, September 29

All ages

Are you interested in learning what it takes to provide a healthy and happy home for a less common pet (i.e. rabbits, reptiles, parrots, etc.)? The Pet Pros series invites community experts to teach everything there is to know about responsible pet ownership! This month, we’ve invited experts from the Sugarcreek Bird Farm (and some of their beautiful birds) to teach about parrots and bird ownership!

Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 24

All ages

Put on your Halloween best and join us for a festive stroll for preschoolers and their families around Forest Field Park. Themed signs will be placed along the path to get kids moving and grooving as they collect goodies at various stations. Families are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy the Halloween spirit. The first 100 participants will receive tickets for free Kona Ice, sponsored by Tammy Zell of the Sasser Group/KW Advisors Realty! Kona Ice is weather dependent. This is a “teal pumpkin” event — all treats will be allergy-friendly. Please bring your own bag to collect treats!

Registration is not required.

Ages 18 and up
Thursday, October 3
(Rain date: Thursday, October 17)

Celebrate the crisp evening weather 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, October 1

All ages

Join Zoom Room for a special Pup-Lates class that focuses on building strength and boosting trust between owner and pup. Let’s learn something new, build agility and help our pups get (or stay!) in shape! We will also have a walking trail with tricks and treats, brain-boggling puzzles and obedience challenges.

Registration is not required.

Ages 16 and up

Join CWPD and Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush LLC for an evening of exploring fall foliage in the park through paint. Dress warmly for a hike to take in the colors before we begin to paint. Warm beverages will be provided to keep you cozy! This class is open to all skill levels.

Registration deadline: Friday, September 27

Ages 16 and up

Decorate for fall with a pumpkin topped with moss and succulents. Choose between one pie pumpkin or three mini pumpkins!

Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 2 at noon

All ages

A fun run all about one of our favorite aspects of fall — pumpkins! Visit all the stations along the route. They will have a wide variety of pumpkin and fall-inspired facts and activities. Learn more about our favorite fall gourd along the way! This will be a one-mile course with a 100-meter dash option for ages 10 and under. This event is sponsored by Dayton Children’s Hospital.

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, October 3

All ages

Welcome fall by decorating the path around the park with fall-themed chalk designs! Stencils and chalk are provided along with additional activities for families.

Registration is requested for planning purposes. Registered participants will receive a cancellation email in the event of inclement weather.

Ages 6 – 8

This drop-off program is designed to give your child the opportunity to get creative! They will design a variety of projects based on a monthly theme. Outdoor activities will be included when weather permits. Sign up for one or multiple sessions.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, October 1

Ages 16 and up

Use household supplies to create a one-of-a-kind spooky sweatshirt, perfect for the chilly weather. This class will cover the basics of bleach painting before we create our own crewneck sweatshirt. Please select if you would like to add on a crewneck sweatshirt. You are also welcome to bring your own items to be bleached as long as they are a dark color.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, October 1