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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...

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Stacy GreeneParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron, Stacy Greene, overcame a battle with breast cancer and is now five years cancer free! "Coming here to work out when I could, helped me to release the fears and stresses I was under," Stacy explained. "And it's currently helping with normal stresses everyone is going through." We're so...

Good Neighbor Award

Kettering Good Neighbor Award We know Kettering is full of people who go the extra mile to help their neighbors and make their community welcoming for all—usually without any recognition. The Good Neighbor Award celebrates these individuals who go above and beyond, doing good deeds and being especially kind or neighborly. Nominate YOUR Good Neighbor!...

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Mindy MilesParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today’s featured fitness patron is Mindy Miles. Starting in 2021, Mindy committed to attending the KRC regularly and gained a love for the gym. The convenience and accessibility as well as the comfortable, community feel of the Kettering Recreation Center has allowed Mindy to reach her personal goal of prioritizing health and fitness...

Neighborhood Pride Nomination

Nominations are closed for the 2025 season!

Fitness Staff Spotlight: Ben ParsonsParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness staff member is personal trainer Ben Parsons, who has been a part of our fitness staff for 10 years. He loves helping clients of all fitness levels reach their goals and sharing his love of fitness with others. How long have you been working for the City of Kettering as...

Bruce Duke Fellowship Fund

The Kettering Leadership Academy originally started as an idea proposed by City Councilman Bruce Duke. Councilman Duke saw the need for a Kettering focused leadership program after hearing from citizens and community groups who raised concerns about leadership in the community. Councilman Duke then started the planning process by attending the 18th Annual National Leadership...

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Mark and Rachel MilitelloParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patrons are mother-son duo Rachel and Mark Militello, who have been working out at the Kettering Recreation Complex together for almost seven years. Mark and Rachel also love to swim at Adventure Reef Water Park when they're not working out in the fitness center! We're so happy to have you...

Fire Department Promotions

2024 Promotions Battalion Chief Brett Davenport Captain Ryan McClure 2023 Promotions Asst. Chief Brian Beaver Captain AJ Bacon Captain Kent Denlinger

New Fire Department Members

2024 New Hires FF/P Brandon Boykin FF/P Scott Burrows FF/P Dakota Mangan FF/P Jon Steinker FF/P Danielle Walter Kelly O'Rear, Fire Department Clerk 2023 New Hires FF/P Josh Mumpower FF/P Matthew Ray Swearing In Ceremonies On December 6, 2022, five new firefighter/paramedics were officially sworn in at a City Council meeting. L to R:...

Financial Assistance ApplicationParks and Recreation

Ceramics Studio GuidelinesParks and Recreation

Muscle Memory Collective: The View From HereParks and Recreation

Muscle Memory Collective The View from Here March 6 - April 15, 2023 Muscle Memory Collective is a collaboration between ceramic artist Joshua Clark and photographer Bree Lamb, both from Las Cruces, NM. Their art in The View From Here uses mixed media, ceramics, photographs, color and the combination of imagery to create art that...

Earth Transformed 2023Parks and Recreation

Earth Transformed 2023 March 6 - April 15, 2023 Richard James, Lineage of a Pig Farmer, 2022, mixed media Earth Transformed 2023 features five ceramic artists: Kelsey Duncan, Shauna Fahley, Richard James, Carolyn Snyder, and Shoko Teruyama. Creating both functional objects and sculptures, these renowned artists transform clay through a diverse range of techniques, ideas and intentions....

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Elesa ThomasonParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Elesa Thomason, who has belonged to the KFWC for 12 years! She credits these regular workouts with improving her physical and mental health. Congrats on all your progress toward your wellness goals, Elesa! Tell us about yourself and how long you have been a member of the Kettering...

I am a Kettering Resident, what is the Resident Mulch & Compost Program?

Each fall, we pick-up the leaves residents rake to their curbside. The collected leaves are taken to our “leaf farm” where the material is processed and made into leaf compost. This compost is then made available in the spring to the residents of Kettering for free! For more information on our Resident Mulch & Compost...

How do I dispose of yard debris items that are not accepted?

There are several ways to dispose of unaccepted yard debris: Montgomery County Solid Waste District may accept some of these materials. Please call (937) 225-4999 for more information. Rumpke will service yard waste with your regular trash collection on your service day. Please call 1-800-828-8171 for more information.

Why are certain yard debris items not accepted?

Certain yard debris items contaminate the composting process and can cause equipment failure.

Welcome from the Mayor

On behalf of my fellow members of Kettering City Council and all of our dedicated City administrators, welcome to Kettering, Ohio! Kettering is home to welcoming neighborhoods, thriving businesses, exceptional city services, everyday heroes, volunteer spirit, beautiful parks, summer’s best music, excellent schools and treasured community traditions. What makes Kettering unique is our high quality...

Fitness Patron Spotlight: Dan BusseParks and Recreation

Happy Friday! Today's featured fitness patron is Dan Busse, who credits the strength and health he gained from working out at KFWC with helping him overcome cancer and stay strong through his treatments. We're so happy you choose to work out with us, Dan, and congratulations on all you've achieved! Tell us about yourself and...

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