Upcoming Events

Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up

Did you play Oregon Trail as a child? Join the Park District and Centerville-Washington History to experience a simulation of Centerville’s founders! Your family will learn of Washington Township’s early citizens and learn about the hardships they faced traveling to the area! Pack your wagons, encounter scenarios and challenges and hunt for food. The trail is approximately one mile in length on a crushed limestone path.

Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2

All ages

May the fourth be with you! Enjoy an evening in the park watching the animated 2008 movie “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” — perfect for any age Star Wars fan. We will start out with interactive games and crafts before showing the movie under the stars. Grab dinner from Claybourne Grill and have Kona Ice for dessert or bring your own dinner and snacks. Please bring chairs and/or blankets for seating. (This movie is rated PG.)

Registration is requested.

Ages 4 – 10 with adult companion

Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling will lead each pair through making mini quiche, yogurt parfait and fresh orange juice.

Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class

Registration deadline: Monday, April 29

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 2

Ages 11 – 18

Bird watching and identification is fascinating. You will walk away with a greater knowledge of birds and their role in the ecosystem. Club activities are based on participant feedback, so you direct the focus of study. A light snack is included. Participants must be members of the Ohio Young Birders Club.

Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5

Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion

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, May 5

Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion

Do you have what it takes to be a successful skunk? We will learn about skunk behavior and adaptations before putting our skills to the test!

Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 7

Ages 8 – 14

Let’s have some sun-soaked fun! Discover the incredible potential of the sun’s rays as you create a solar cooker, sun print art and more exciting projects!

Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 1

Recommended for ages 9 and up

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on a leisurely walk through the park to focus on bird identification. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available to borrow. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, May 9

All ages

Participants can enjoy the paved path at the Kennard Nature Nook while stopping at various booths along the way. Each booth will have interactive games, giveaways, and all things sunshine and feathers! The event falls on World Migratory Bird Day and will feature birding activities for all! The Kennard Nature Nook will also have various activities. Participants are encouraged to travel along the path visiting booths at their own pace. The last time to start the route is noon. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Ages 6 and up with an adult companion (Adults can register in addition to create their own terrarium)

Kids and adults alike will enjoy being creative with sand art — with the bonus of adding live air plants. All materials are included for this fun project, including the choice of a vertical or horizontal vessel.

Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park! 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. The Crafts with Nature May programs are identical, please only select one.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 7

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park! 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. TheCrafts with Nature May programs are identical, please only select one.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 7