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2013 Summer Activities Guide

We've got a brochure full of activities for you and your family! Cool off at Adventure Reef, take a tennis lesson or play on our themed playgrounds. It's all in your backyard!

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2013 Summer Camps Guide

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department Day Camps staff have planned a fun-filled, action packed summer of adventure and new experiences. Each week campers will enjoy cooperative games, swimming, field days, learn new skills, travel to exciting places, meet new friends and build relationships with awesome role models of camp leaders.

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Spring 2013 Activities Guide

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Preschool
Your preschooler and you can participate together or your little ones can venture on their own to an array of passive and active preschool programs. Programs will tap their imagination, develop motor skills, stimulate learning and social interaction, and more.
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Youth/Teen
We’re proud of the vast array of youth activities we offer. We realize that today’s youth are individuals and must be allowed to make individual decisions when selecting activities that best suit their interests. We’re committed to offering safe, healthy and fun alternatives to our community’s youth.
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General Interest
Variety is the spice of life and we are cooking up a gourmet delight of activities for all ages. One-day programs suit your busy schedule and give you the chance to explore a variety of hobby and self-enhancement classes. Investigate the possibilities!
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Special Events
Mark your calendars! Throughout the year we offer countless special events. From our legendary July 4th celebration at Delco Park, to the unique Art on the Commons event at the Fraze Pavilion, as well as the breathtaking Mayor Tree Lighting Ceremony—we provide opportunities for you and your family to have fun.
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Seniors
The Charles I. Lathrem Senior Center is a multi-purpose facility dedicated to providing quality programs and services to anyone who is 55 years of age or better. There’s something to suit every taste, including cards, travel, lunches, sports and fitness programs, a transportation program and much more.
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Special Populations
Discovering Abilities

We are committed to an inclusive approach to recreation and leisure activities and encourage people with disabilities to consider all recreation classes throughout this brochure. We also offer special programs such as a summer day camp for youth who have developmental disabilities and dinners, dances and day-trips for adults.
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Polen Farm
Polen Farm, a beautiful and historic 19th century farmhouse and barn situated on 15 picturesque acres at 5099 Bigger Road, is a
favorite with area residents for
weddings, receptions, meetings,
luncheons, small conferences, retreats, reunions and other social affairs.

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Parks & Facilities
Obtain a complete list of park and facility locations. We also have information on special park programs here.
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Environmental Education
Curious about tracks? Want to learn more about the natural environment? We've got programs for you!
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Fitness & Wellness
There are many opportunities for the development of the body and mind through our facilities, programs and activities that promote fitness and wellness. Our qualified staff will help people of all ages in their efforts to attain a higher level of physical and mental well-being.
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Aquatics
The Kettering Recreation Complex offers an 8-lane, 25-yard, year-round pool for leisure swimming, lap swimming and fitness, as well as lessons. The outdoor Adventure Reef Water Park features an interactive splash pad, leisure pool with large water playground and the highest and fastest slides in the County!
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Sports
Sports of all sorts are offered to every member of the family through the Kettering Recreation Complex. Our indoor track and multipurpose gym provide the perfect setting for league action, family fun, or youth and adult drop-ins.
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Sports Organizations
Obtain a comprehensive list of youth and adult sports organizations.
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Ice Arena
The Kettering Ice Arena offers 10 months of ice each year. Our current season continues through May. We can accommodate the beginner and casual skater with our lesson programs and various open-skate sessions. Currently there are several organizations that provide hockey, figure skating and precision skating opportunities.
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Cultural Arts
Rosewood Arts Centre offers the entire community and surrounding area a wide range of courses in the fine arts of music, theatre, dance, visual arts and crafts, and humanities.
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Kettering Civic Band
The Kettering Civic Band is an all-volunteer group of musicians sponsored by the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department.
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