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Joe, a long-time Kettering resident, has been an avid runner and member of the Kettering Fitness and Wellness Center for over a decade. He first took up running in 2014 with the goal of completing a 5K race, which he accomplished that November. Since then, Joe has gone on to complete over 100 races, usually...

Kettering’s 2024 Art on the Commons Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is quickly approaching! Today we are sharing the top 5 reasons to attend this annual festival which will be held on Sunday, August 11 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Lincoln Park Civic Commons in Kettering, Ohio. The Amazing Art! The main attraction...

One of our favorite holiday sights in Kettering is the beautiful Mayor’s Tree in Lincoln Park Civic Commons. The tree’s crowning moment is the Kettering Mayor’s Tree Lighting, and afterward, it shines all season long. So, where does this holiday giant come from? The tree is harvested as part of a service provided by the...

Nothing says spring quite like going garage sale-ing. The combination of spring cleaning and warmer weather make garage sales a community favorite for this time of year. Our Adult Programs team wants to help you skip the driving around and searching. Save your gas money for new-to-you treasures instead! First up is our annual Kettering...

For 40 years, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has celebrated Park and Recreation Month, celebrating the incredible impact of parks and recreation professionals who help build stronger, more vibrant communities. Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is excited to join the celebration this July by showcasing what makes our park system special! Every...

Amelia Fuller began taking Wheel Pottery Classes at Rosewood in 2021 after completing her Master’s degree in Museum Studies and an internship at the National Air Force Museum. In 2023, she joined the Rosewood team as an Assistant Facility Coordinator while continuing to hone her skills as a talented potter. This week, Amelia embarks on...

Pam Cornette is a talented local artist from Dayton with 40 years of experience in pottery. Passionate about ceramics, she actively engages with her community at the Rosewood Arts Center ceramics studios, visiting at least once a week. Over her career, she has honed her skills through numerous workshops, both locally and out of state....

Online registration has proved a big challenge for many of our patrons. Your calls and social media comments didn’t go unheard. Starting September 11, 2017, we’ll be launching a three-day update process to our registration system. The system will be down from September 11 – 13. And remember – our registration site is separate from...

This week's Kettering Fitness Patron Spotlight shines on Kady Huesman, a dedicated member of the Kettering Recreation Complex. Let's get to know Kady and her inspiring fitness journey! Kady has been a member at the Recreation Complex for a year now. She moved to Kettering last spring after getting out of the Navy and has...

When Jessica Graue started group exercise classes at the Kettering Recreation Complex in 2021, she was seeking more than just a workout. A journalist, professor, and stand-up comedian, Jessica transformed her fitness journey with determination and humor.A Remarkable TransformationFrom 240 pounds to a steady 175 pounds, Jessica has lost an impressive 65 pounds and maintained...

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...

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...

Karianne Combs has been enriching our fitness community for 1½ years, teaching both weekly drop-in exercise classes and registered programs. Her impressive credentials include ACE Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Keiser Certification-Indoor Cycling, and TRX Suspension Training. Find Karianne leading dynamic sessions across all three of our exercise studios with popular formats including Boot Camp, Flex...