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Rosewood Arts Center Portfolio ExchangeParks and Recreation

The 7th Annual Print Portfolio Exchange Artists are invited to submit an edition of ten original prints in exchange for a random assortment of eight original prints by other participants. Print exchange participants will also receive one commemorative print made by artists at Rosewood Arts Center and a booklet featuring all of the submitted prints....

Art on the Commons 2021Parks and Recreation

Welcome to the 33rd annual Art on the Commons festival! This year's hybrid event will be taking place from September 13 - November 20. A weekly rotating exhibition will be on view in-person at Rosewood Arts Centre. New artist talks, demonstrations and studio visits will be available to view each week here in this virtual...

Fitness Spotlight: Joy BeckerParks and Recreation

Image: KRC staff member Joy Becker (second row, far right) enjoys working out in our Ladies Group Training class. If you're a regular at the Kettering Recreation Complex, you'll definitely recognize this week's featured fitness patron! Joy Becker is a familiar face at the KRC desk, and she loves to hang at the KRC off...

Regional Partnership Brings Discounted Rain Barrels and Compost Bins to Residents

The City of Kettering, in collaboration with Montgomery County, Miami Township, Centerville, and Dayton, announces the launch of a spring sustainability initiative offering residents discounted rain barrels and backyard compost bins. This regional partnership aims to promote environmental stewardship while providing practical benefits to homeowners. Rain barrels, which collect roof runoff, offer residents a sustainable...

Fitness Spotlight: Paige, Jason and JeyParks and Recreation

Featured image: Paige and Jason Henry enjoy a workout with buddy Jey Ellis, even while staying six feet apart! Fitness is always more fun with a workout buddy! No one knows that better than Paige and Jason Henry and Jey Ellis, who have been working out together five days per week for three years at...

Department Statistics

2024 Total Incidents Emergency Response Call Type Number of Incidents Percentage EMS (Emergency Medical Services) 7,562 75.71% Personal Assist 788 7.89% Alarm Investigation 549 5.5% Dispatched/Cancelled En Route 213 2.13% Wires Arc/Down 193 1.93% No Incident Found 121 1.21% Electrical/Wiring/Equipment Problem 81 0.81% Hazardous Materials 72 0.72% Recreational Fire 63 0.63% Inside/Outside Gas Leak 59...

Zoning Standards for Residential Additions

Quick Reference Guide There are several provisions of the Kettering Zoning Code (KZC) applicable to residential additions; including, but not necessarily limited to: setbacks from property lines and other structures, design requirements, and locational standards. Determining Setback Requirements When exploring the possibility of constructing an addition onto your home, the first step is finding out...

Rosewood Behind the Kiln: Brandon LoweryParks and Recreation

Meet the talented team that keeps Rosewood Arts Centre running - today, we're featuring Ceramics Coordinator, Brandon Lowery. In addition to keeping the kilns and pottery studios of Rosewood running, Brandon teaches classes and creates his own ceramic work. How long have you been at Rosewood? What do you enjoy about it? I have been...

Kennedy ParkParks and Recreation

Explore Kennedy Park Discover a family favorite at 5073 Bigger Road, where J.F. Kennedy Park's 15 inviting acres offer recreation for all ages in a beautifully maintained setting. This dynamic community park is perhaps most famous for its splash pad—a refreshing summer destination that draws families from throughout Kettering. Beyond water play, the park balances...

Meet chalk artist, Tiffany Kelly!Parks and Recreation

Have you heard about our Chalk It Up To Play contest? Artist Tiffany Kelly of Chalk N’ Awe will create a new piece of chalk art in a different Kettering park each week. View the official Chalk It Up To Play page for details on how to enter and win a $10 Orange Leaf gift...

The Insider's Guide to Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

Rosewood Arts Centre’s premier annual event, Art on the Commons, is almost here! The festival features over 101 artists in a variety of media, and all artists were hand-selected by our 2019 festival jury. There’s so much to see and do at the festival, affectionately known by us insiders as AOTC, we put together a handy...

HistoryParks and Recreation

The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department (PRCA) has a rich history serving the community dating back to 1954, when the city council established the first Parks and Recreation Board. Upon the formation of the Parks and Recreation Board, the first Parks and Recreation Master Plan was developed in 1964 to guide...

6 Ways to Stay Safe at Adventure Reef Water Park this SummerParks and Recreation

We hope you’ll make time for at least one visit to Adventure Reef this summer. Whether you haven’t yet been or are eagerly planning a return trip, it’s always a good idea to brush up on water park safety. Here’s a quick guide. Wear sunscreen Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 and...

Fence Permit Information for Corner Lots

Quick Reference Guide Rev 6/2025 (Permits are valid for 6 months) What you need to know about fences: Call O.U.P.S. (Ohio Utility Protection Service) before you dig! 800-362-2764 In the front yard, the fence can be a maximum of 4 feet tall, but must be an open-style of fencing, such as a picket fence (but...

HWD, 2015Parks and Recreation

August 10 – September 11 Reception: August 23, 2 – 4pm About HWD HWD (Height x Width x Depth), a juried exhibition for sculpture artists in Ohio and surrounding states, is the area’s only gallery exhibition devoted exclusively to sculpture. This year, 31 artists submitted 77 pieces, from which the juror, curator Steven Matijcio, chose 24 artworks representing 22 artists....

Five Ways to Enjoy Art on the CommonsParks and Recreation

Rosewood Arts Centre’s premier annual event, Art on the Commons, is almost here! We're celebrating a major milestone this time around -this fine arts and crafts festival has been going strong for 30 years! The festival features over 100 artists in a variety of media. All the artwork is juried to make sure the quality...

Youth and Family ProgramsParks and Recreation

We are proud to offer programs that meet the needs of our community's youth - from Nursery Song and Sign to Wheel Pottery for Teens, we have classes and events to suit all ages and interests. We also offer numerous opportunities throughout the year for families to connect and enjoy quality time together. Want to...

Rosewood Gallery offers unique value to the regionParks and Recreation

Have you ever visited Rosewood Gallery? We hope so! It's one of the region's artistic gems, offering three juried exhibitions and five pairs of solo exhibitions per year, representing a mix of local and national artists. We asked Gallery Coordinator Paula Kraus to explain what makes Rosewood Gallery unique and what goes into planning each...

Arts Council member Meghan Dillon discusses the arts in KetteringParks and Recreation

Meghan Dillon teaches art at Kettering Fairmont High School. She has been a member of the Kettering Arts Council since 2013 and serves on the Art in Public Places Committee as well. In honor of Youth Art Month, we asked her to give us her perspective on the arts in Kettering and the value of...

Meet the Dayton Fangs!Parks and Recreation

It’s officially Olympics month! The 2018 Winter Games kick off on February 9 in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Olympic dreams and the joy of winter sports aren’t reserved for the elite levels – they start in community recreation facilities like the Kettering Ice Arena. All February long, we’re highlighting some of the dynamic teams and individuals...

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