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Annual EventsParks and Recreation

PlayKettering is proud to present a wide variety of special events every year. Below you'll find a complete list of special events we regularly offer. For more information on upcoming events, including specific dates, times, details and registration links, please visit our Upcoming Special Events page. For information on attending shows at Fraze Pavilion, visit...

Notice Under the Americans With Disabilities Act

In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Kettering will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Employment: the City of Kettering does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its...

How To: Handmade NotebookParks and Recreation

Would you like to make a notebook for a diary or for sketches? Read on to find out how to create a handmade journal! Once you determine the size of the notebook, you want adjust your cover and pages to match the desired size. I used cover and paper that was 7” x 10 1/4'”...

Council Term Limits

CHARTER SECTION 3-10. TERM LIMITATION. (a) No person shall be elected to the office of district Council member, at-large Council member, Mayor, or a combination of the three offices, for more than two (2) consecutive terms of four (4) years each; provided that the term served in filling a vacancy or unexpired term shall not...

Delco ParkParks and Recreation

Explore Delco Park Discover Kettering's recreational crown jewel at 1700 Delco Park Dr., where Delco Park's expansive 69 acres offer something for everyone in a beautifully maintained setting. This premier destination balances natural areas with exceptional athletic facilities, creating a park that serves both competitive sports and casual recreation with equal excellence. Multiple shelters and...

National Park & Recreation Month Spotlight: John & Betty Meyer Pickleball CourtsParks and Recreation

Pickleball has taken the nation by storm over the past few years, but did you know that Kettering has had dedicated pickleball courts since 2016? Now that pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America and 2016 is seven years (already?!) behind us, it was time to make some upgrades to the J.F. Kennedy Park Pickleball...

Fitness Staff Spotlight: Thomas JervisParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today, we're changing things up a bit and shining a spotlight on our amazing fitness staff. Meet Thomas Jervis, who has been a personal trainer with PRCA for eight years. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as a personal trainer? What inspired you to become a trainer? I...

Backyard Water Safety Series: Entering and exiting safelyParks and Recreation

The most basic of the essential water safety skills is simply entering and exiting the water. It is important to practice getting into and out of the water with young children. New swimmers need to learn how to adjust to the water as well as safe techniques for getting into and out of the water....

Celebrate 50 Years of Community Development!

April is Community Development Month, and the City of Kettering is celebrating 50 years of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The CDBG program supports community development activities that build stronger, more resilient communities. To mark this monumental achievement, local entitlement communities are publicizing celebratory materials, being recognized with proclamations, presenting project highlights and...

Artist Spotlight: Pam Adams!Parks and Recreation

Originally from Dallas, Texas, Pam has been an artist resident at Rosewood for over 10 years. She is known for her colorful, impressionistic-style portraits of dancers and children, which inspire her most. “I love painting children and ballerinas the most because they have such beautiful color and movement.” Pam has painted with oils for several...

Open Meetings Act

What is the Ohio Open Meetings Act? The Open Meetings Act requires public bodies in Ohio to conduct all public business in open meetings that the public may attend and observe. This means that if a public body is meeting to discuss and vote on or otherwise decide public business, the meeting must be open...

37th Mid East Cross Country Championship To Be Held in Kettering

The City of Kettering proudly welcomes the 37th Mid East Cross Country Championship to Indian Riffle Park on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Since its inception, the Mid East Cross Country Championship has been a launching pad for countless collegiate running careers, featuring athletes competing at the highest levels of NCAA competition. The championship is the...

Meet Art on the Commons Artist, Yetunde RodriguezParks and Recreation

Yetunde Rodriguez (Dayton, Ohio) Textiles September 27 - October 2 www.yetunderodriguez.com https://yaytoonday.com/ Incorporating bold colors and patterns into her compositions, Yetunde Rodriguez explores the graphic nature of print in her artwork. The results are lively and visually impactful wall hangings, pillow covers, plant holders, clothing and more. Trained as a graphic designer, Rodriguez taps into...

Kettering's Neil Smalley Named Outstanding Citizen of the YearParks and Recreation

Kettering Parks Foundation founding member Neil Smalley has been named the 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year by the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA). The prestigious statewide award recognizes outstanding citizens, volunteers and community board members who have significantly enhanced parks and recreation in their communities. Smalley's recognition celebrates over 40 years of dedicated...

Garage and Yard Sales

Dear Resident of Kettering, The sale of goods from a home in a residential zoning district is a violation of the City's Zoning Ordinance. However, the City recognizes the desire and need of some citizens to dispose of their excess personal property and therefore will permit temporary garage and yard sales under the following conditions:...

Berwin ParkParks and Recreation

Explore Berwin Park Tucked away in a quiet Kettering neighborhood at 1400 Berwin Ave., Berwin Park offers a charming 1.7-acre green space that serves as a delightful community gathering spot. This intimate neighborhood park provides a perfect balance of open space and recreational amenities, creating an inviting environment for local families and residents. The park's...

Visitor and Volunteer InformationParks and Recreation

Art on the Commons Sunday, August 10, 2025, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Lincoln Park Civic Commons Rosewood Arts Center’s premier annual event, Art on the Commons, returns on Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Lincoln Park Civic Commons. The festival is made possible by an amazing crew of volunteers. Directions...

The Art of RelaxationParks and Recreation

On Fridays, Rosewood Gallery offers a lunch break that’ll refresh and recharge your mind and body after a long week at work. From 12 – 1 p.m., instructor, Robyn Moore, leads participants through Yoga in the Gallery. This open-level class is a relaxing, unique way of enjoying both the practice of yoga and beautiful artwork....

July is National Parks and Recreation Month!Parks and Recreation

Every July, the National Recreation and Park Association sponsors National Parks and Recreation Month to highlight the benefits access to quality parks, recreation and cultural arts programming brings to the public. Each year’s celebration includes a unique theme. For 2021, we’re highlighting Our Park and Recreation Story. The services that parks and recreation professionals provide...

Youth Sports for the WinParks and Recreation

Whether you’re running down the field, cheering from the stands or even sitting on the bench, the benefits of sports can’t be denied. Aside from the obvious health benefits of physical exercise and cardiovascular workout that sports provide, the mental and emotional benefits are plentiful. Sense of Community: One of the first things young athletes...

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