Rustic Thanksgiving Centerpiece
Ages 16 and up
Kick off Thanksgiving week by creating a beautiful nature-themed centerpiece in a wooden bowl for your Thanksgiving table. Use fall-themed decor, mini pumpkins and/or succulents to make your bowl unique!
Registration deadline: Friday, November 14
The Great Turkey Trek
All ages
Follow the clues along the routes and help us find the turkeys during an interactive walk or hike! Your quest will have two options: a one-mile paved/limestone path walk or a 3.1-mile (5k) adventure hike. Either trek you complete, there will be a fun Thanksgiving-themed prize! Our sponsor for this event is Dayton Children’s Hospital. Travelin’ Toms Coffee Truck will be in attendance with items available for purchase. All event t-shirts have been claimed. Any extra t-shirts will be given out at 2:30 p.m. on the day of the event. Last group will go on the 5k trail at 2:15 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to bring new, unopened, colorful socks for Shoes 4 the Shoeless.
Registration is requested.
Do You Want To Paint an Owl?
All ages
Pick up plywood owl: Friday, November 24– Monday, December 8
Return finished owl: Friday, December 12 – Tuesday, December 29
Spot, the Park District Snowman, is excited to go owling in the parks! Whoooo knew we had so many! Each owl has a favorite roosting spot in the parks where they can snooze and observe the daily routine before becoming active at night. Will Spot be able to guess the favorite roosting spot of all his owl friends?
Households can register to paint a plywood owl using the above prompt. After painting, turn your owl in to enter it in the Spot the Snowman Scavenger Hunt contest for a chance to win a prize! Owls will be turned in and featured in a scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunt participants will cast votes for their favorite owl.
Registration deadline: Monday, December 1
Ages 12 – 18
Location TBD
The operations department needs our help with their November tree planting. Many trees are planted throughout the Park District to add to our tee canopy each year. Participants will plant trees and log them into our tree map.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 24
Yoga in the Park A
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, December 1 – January 5
Method Studio’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Friday, November 28
Winter Slime Making
Ages 8 – 14
This program is a great way to make new friends and try some new slime recipes for fun and stress relief! Due to the variety of types of slime, please be sure to note any allergies.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, November 26
Amazing Athletes at the Park A
Ages 3 – 6
Wednesdays, December 3 – January 21
(No class December 24 or 31)
This program uses the fundamentals of 10 different sports to help build and develop motor skills, nutritional knowledge and body awareness. Sign up for both sessions and receive an Amazing Athletes t-shirt! This class will be held indoors with the option to go outside when the weather permits.
Registration deadline: Sunday, November 30
Owlexander’s Cinema: Monster Night
Ages 5 – 10
Owlexander is holding a movie night, and he’s inviting his friends to join him for a fun-filled evening! We will kick off the night learning about camouflage and we will design our own well-hidden monster. Then, we will play games and prepare a sweet treat. To end the night, we will settle in for a kid-friendly movie featuring some lovable monsters!
Registration deadline: Friday, November 28
Growing Up WILD Workshop and Training
Ages 16 and up
This 3-hour training session will show educators how to use the guide and showcase resources available to connect children to the outdoors. Growing Up WILD curriculum guides are free to those completing this course by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife.
Registration deadline: Monday, December 1
Family Ornament Workshop: Pottery Painting
Ages 5 – 12 with adult companion
Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush to paint three special ornaments with a variety of glaze colors. From classic holiday designs to animals and sports themes, you’ll find the perfect pieces to reflect your unique style. Get started on your holiday decorating or gift giving!
Registration deadline: Sunday, November 30
Yoga in the Park B
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 6 – January 10
Megan Lees of Method Yoga Studio leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3
Yoga in the Park C
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 6 – January 10
Megan Lees of Method Yoga Studio leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3
Community Toy Swap
Give old toys new life and discover something “new-to-you” at our community Toy Swap hosted in partnership with Centerville and Washington Township’s Buy Nothing groups! This fun, family-friendly event is a great way to refresh your child’s toy collection while supporting sustainability and sharing within our community.
Toy Drop off:
Thursday, December 4, 9 am-12 pm *staffed
AND 9-10 am on Saturday, December 6, before the swap officially starts
Drop off at Activity Center Park, Community Room, 221 N. Main St.
Swap Guidelines
To keep the event safe, fun, and fair for all, please follow these rules when bringing toys to exchange:
- Check toy condition: All toys must be clean, safe, and in good working order. Please launder or wipe down items before bringing them.
- Games and puzzles: Must include all pieces.
- Battery-operated toys: secure battery compartments, no signs of corrosion.
- Plush toys: Must be clean and in good condition; please launder prior to swap
- Safety first: Avoid toys that are broken, dirty, recalled, or have small loose parts that could be choking hazards.
- No clothing or decor items: Toys only, please!
Unclaimed items: Any leftover toys will be donated to Hannah’s Treasure Chest or otherwise donated or disposed of responsibly.
Paint & Cocoa Night
Ages 8 – 12
Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush, LLC for a cozy winter evening filled with creativity and cheer! Participants will enjoy sipping cocoa, munching on cookies, and painting either a pottery frosty night light or a Christmas tree night light (both include the lights!) No experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready for a relaxing night of art and warmth!
Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 25
Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop
Ages 16 and up
Ukrainian Egg Decoration uses waxes and other mediums to decorate real chicken eggs with nature and folk designs. This style of painting has been done for hundreds of years in Eastern and Central Europe. Learn this ancient process from local teaching artist of more than 20 years, Ginny Baughman. Join us for this unique class and take home your own beautifully decorated egg!
Registration deadline: Sunday, November 30