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Velislav Minekov, Untitled, 2002Parks and Recreation

Velislav Minekov Untitled, 2002 Indiana Limestone Location: Indian Riffle Park Google Maps Velislav Minekov’s Untitled sculpture weighs approximately 13,500 pounds and depicts a recurring theme from his artwork, incorporating stalactites which are leg and foot extensions sandwiched between a parted egg shape. The whimsical nature of his work is well known throughout Bulgaria. Velislav Minekov was born and...

23rd Annual 'The View' Juried Landscape ExhibitionParks and Recreation

23rd Annual The View Juried Landscape Exhibition May 30 - July 7 Reception, Thursday, June 1, 6 - 8pm The View is Rosewood Gallery's annual, juried group landscape exhibition. All media are considered, and the artwork exhibited deals with outdoor themes, land imagery, the environment or world issues. Admission is free. Check out a recent review by Pamela Dillon of...

Video Gallery: Public Art and Architecture in KetteringParks and Recreation

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts created these short videos, presented by Kettering residents, about artwork and architecture around Kettering!

Boards & Commissions

Board of Zoning Appeals Meets: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers at 3600 Shroyer Road, Kettering, OH 45449 Term length for Board members: 5 years Board Members Name Term Expires Patricia Higgins 12/31/26 Jon Reed 12/31/27 Carole Endres 12/31/25 Bob Parks 12/31/29 Kim Haverstick 12/31/28 BZA Application...

Workshop Minutes 10-28-25

City of Kettering City Council October 28, 2025 The Council of the City of Kettering, Ohio, met in a workshop session on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in the Deeds Conference Room, Kettering Government Center 3600 Shroyer Road. The meeting came to order at 6:45 p.m. Council members present included Mayor Lehner, Vice Mayor Fisher, Mr....

7th Annual Art Ed: An Art Educators' ExhibitionParks and Recreation

7th Annual Art Ed: An Art Educators' Exhibition November 27 - December 29, 2017 Reception: Saturday, December 2, 11am - 3pm during A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival Rosewood Gallery in Kettering, Ohio is pleased to announce the opening of Art Ed: An Art Educators’ Exhibition. The exhibition runs from November 27 through December 29, 2017. The public...

A Rosewood Holiday Arts FestivalParks and Recreation

Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2025 A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival. Applications for next year's event will be available in early fall of 2026. We hope you'll come celebrate the vibrant creativity of the Rosewood community on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Enjoy a day filled with...

Recap: Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

Beautiful sunny skies and mild temps made Rosewood Arts Centre’s 29th annual Art on the Commons an ideal day for enjoying Lincoln Park Civic Commons, artwork, music, food and youth activities. Over 10,000 people came out to see us, and several hundred kids created origami boats, finger puppets and beaded jewelry, as well as enjoyed...

Check Your Mailbox: Survey for Kettering PRCA Coming SoonParks and Recreation

The City of Kettering is conducting a statistically valid survey to support the development of the Kettering Playbook, a master plan for parks, recreation and cultural arts. The survey will be mailed to randomly selected households beginning the week of Nov. 10. Responses will help guide future investments and improvements across the city. Residents who...

Heritage Tree ProgramParks and Recreation

Honoring Exceptional Kettering Trees The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is pleased to launch a new initiative called the Heritage Tree Program, recognizing exceptional trees that enhance the character and natural landscape of our community. This celebratory program allows us to appreciate the environmental and aesthetic gifts provided by the remarkable...

25th Annual The View Juried Landscape ExhibitionParks and Recreation

25th ANNUAL THE VIEW JURIED LANDSCAPE EXHIBITION May 28 – July 5 Laura James, Oldest Live Oak, 2018, 5 x 7.5 inches. Rosewood Gallery in Kettering, Ohio is pleased to announce the opening of the 25th annual The View juried landscape exhibition. The exhibition runs from May 28 through July 5, 2019. There will be an opening reception...

Art on the Commons 2020Parks and Recreation

Welcome! 2020 may be our 32nd year for Art on the Commons, but it's our first-ever virtual festival! Rosewood Arts Centre, through the City of Kettering's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department, with support from the Dayton Daily News, 91.3 WYSO, the Miami Valley Communications Council, the Ohio Arts Council, the Kettering Parks Foundation, The...

How learning to fish benefits kidsParks and Recreation

It’s hard to teach kids patience in a world driven by screens, schedules and instant gratification. One surprisingly beneficial way to teach the beauty of slowing down is by going fishing. Did you know that you can fish for free without a license at Pondview Park, Lincoln Park, Delco Park and the Kettering Recreation Complex?...

2016 Charter

CHARTER OF THE CITY OF KETTERING, OHIO We, the people of the Municipality of Kettering, Ohio, in order to secure the benefits of local self‑government under the Constitution of Ohio, do adopt this Charter for the government of the Municipality of Kettering. ...

Aquatic Programs for YouthParks and Recreation

We offer Learn to Swim classes year round! The Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is proud to offer American Red Cross Swim programs for people of all ages and abilities. All classes are held at the Kettering Recreation Complex main pool. The swimming and water safety program helps people of all ages enjoy...

Keizo Ushio, Untitled, 2002Parks and Recreation

Keizo Ushio Untitled, 2002 Indiana Limestone Location: Lincoln Park Civic Commons Google Maps Japanese artist Keizo Ushio’s stone carving is recognized throughout the world for his mastery of the difficult technique in carving intertwining ribbons of stone and three-dimensional circles. This Indiana Limestone sculpture of intertwining ribbon of limestone incorporates the symbol of love. Keizo...

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Irma Ortega Perez Terrestrial Formation, 2002 Indiana Limestone Location: Governor’s Place Spanish artist Irma Ortega Perez completed her 16,800 pound stone, “Terrestrial Formation” as a part of 2002’s Kettering Rocks! stone sculpture symposium. Perez has spent years developing a series of formations on the growth and development of urban centers and urban infastructure systems, particularly in...

2024 Citizen Satisfaction Survey Results

2024 Executive Summary As a part of our continuing effort to be responsive to the needs of the community, the following information was gathered through a paper survey sent to random Kettering residents in December 2024. The identical survey was available for citizens to complete on the Kettering Police Department’s website. The random sampling paper...

Emerald Ash BorerParks and Recreation

Emerald Ash BorerA special note on the current status of the Emerald Ash Borer in Kettering:The Emerald Ash Borer is an exotic, invasive beetle that has unfortunately destroyed many trees in Kettering. Our Parks Maintenance crew has taken down several trees in various locations that have been affected. We are now working on removing the...

Jean Koeller, Kettering Painting SeriesParks and Recreation

Jean Koeller Great Mulberry Tree, 2013 Fraze Park, 2013 Passing, 2013 Oil on canvas Location: CitySites Collection, Government Center North Building, Upper Level Google Maps Jean Koeller is a remarkable Dayton-area painter whose numerous commissions, exhibitions, presence in private and public collections, artist awards and her commercial gallery representation has established her as a significant...

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