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Want to make a positive impact on cultural arts programs in your community? The Kettering Arts Council needs your voice! This volunteer group of residents is focused on access to the arts for all ages, encouraging a passion for the arts and promoting art appreciation and education. This committee not only promotes and enhances appreciation of...

Meet Mary Hunsaker & Geralyn Perkins - two incredible women who prove that fitness is better together! Mary Hunsaker - Retired Elementary Teacher ~ 4 years of group fitness classes at KRC ~Mom of 2, grandmother of 5 amazing grandkids ~From never imagining she'd try bootcamp to absolutely LOVING it! ~"I have tons of personal...

Today's 12 Days of Fitness tip will help you with your strength training goals! Don't have strength training goals? You should - strength training offers tremendous benefits to your fitness and wellness levels. A couple days of resistance training per week can lead to big changes in your body. It'll strengthen your muscles and bones,...

For today's 12 Days of Fitness feature, meet personal trainer Larry Fox! Learn about his approach to fitness and wellness and what he enjoys most about helping patrons reach their goals. "My name is Larry Fox, and I decided to become a Personal Trainer about 10 years ago. I have been active most of my...

Meet Alexis McLaughlin - Your Certified Pilates Instructor All Year Long! Ho ho ho! Who says Christmas magic only happens in December? We're celebrating the gift that keeps on giving all year long - the gift of health and fitness! Looking for the perfect present for yourself or a loved one ~ Christmas is five...

Colleen has been a member of the Kettering Recreation Complex for about 20 years now and thoroughly enjoys the variety of Drop-In Group Exercise Classes and also uses the swimming pool. She is a retired nurse and a small business owner of resale vintage and antique items. Colleen also loves to refinish furniture. Colleen's fitness...

The weather might be trying to make up its mind, but there's no getting around it - the holidays are on their way! Our 2020 holiday programs have been carefully planned to ensure that each guest has as fun and safe an experience as possible. Visit our COVID-19 Information Hub to learn more about all...

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Josh Vagedes, who is currently training to become a rescue swimmer for the U.S. Coast Guard. Workouts at the KRC have been an integral part of Josh's training, and he's enjoyed making lifelong friends, too. Good luck as you prepare to leave for the Coast Guard and thank...

Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering, Ohio announces a call for entries for the 34th annual Works on Paper exhibition, a juried exhibition for artists living within a 40-mile radius of Dayton, Ohio.  Entries must be original works in any media (2-D or 3-D) on or of paper, completed within the last four years and not...

Were I A Bird: Tree Studies is a series of black-and-white photographs that capture moments among the trees. One can imagine the very second Paula depressed her camera shutter; this is what it was like to stand in her shoes and experience a meaningful composition. “The natural world literally pulsed for her…sunlight and shadows, light...

At Kettering Recreation Complex, we don't just build muscle—we build friendships! Meet Monica Schultz and Michelle Hermann, a dynamic duo who have transformed their fitness journeys together over the last four years, guided by personal trainer Larry. Michelle, a kindergarten teacher, has been a member for 20+ years. She initially sought training to manage chronic...

Meet Brian McCarty, a dedicated member whose journey from 20-year military veteran to fitness enthusiast embodies the spirit of commitment and community at Kettering Recreation Complex. Born and raised in southeastern Ohio, Brian proudly served our nation for two decades, experiencing diverse cultures worldwide. Since retiring in 2008, he's made Dayton home with his wife...

Get ready, get set for our Kettering Jack-O-Lantern Glow, a community-wide event happening on October 30. All you need to do to participate is something you were probably planning on doing already - carve a pumpkin, add a light and display it in front of your home! With all of Kettering walking and driving around town...

Our Annual Giving Tree program kicks off on Nov. 3, 2025! Curious about how the program works and who it helps? Check out the FAQs below. All gifts are due by Sunday, November 30. How does the Giving Tree work? Guidance counselors in all of the Kettering City Schools work with parents to fill out...