Owlexander’s Tyke Hike
Recommended for ages 5 and under
Follow Owlexander through the park as he helps build early literacy skills and improve physical motor skills for busy early learners. Participants will make an owl puppet to take with them on the short hike. This program is offered in partnership with the Washington-Centerville Public Library.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Chalk on the Block!
All ages
Welcome spring by decorating the path around the Smith House with chalk designs! Stencils and chalk are provided along with additional activities for families. Registration is requested for planning purposes. Registered participants will receive a cancellation email in the event of inclement weather.
Yoga in the Park F
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, April 22 – May 20
Method Studio’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses and end with relaxation. Note this is a five-week session.
Registration deadline: Friday, April 19
Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
All ages
Mondays, April 22 & May 20
Families are invited to join us outside to listen to a story brought to you by the Washington-Centerville Public Library! Participate in nature-themed activities following the story. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on. All sessions are Tools to Trek programs.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Arbor Day Community Celebration
Attendees will be invited to help the City of Centerville and Centerville-Washington Park District plant trees following a ceremony. Keep America Beautiful’s McCall Vrydaghs will be this year’s keynote speaker.
Wildflower Yoga
Ages 18 and up
(Rain date: Thursday, May 2)
Enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga while we watch the flowers bloom! Learn about our native ephemeral (short-lived) forest wildflowers after practicing breathwork, standing poses, flowing poses and ending with relaxation surrounded by the spring forest.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 23
Conservation Crew: Caterpillar Team
Ages 12 – 17
Learn how to take care of the CWPD caterpillar cage residents. In addition to learning about the caterpillars and their needs, participants will have the opportunity to sign up to feed caterpillars for additional hours.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, April 30
Empowering Outdoors: Coffee and Conversation
Ages 18 and up
6 – 7 pm: Coffee and Conversation
7 – 7:30 pm: Hike
This session’s conversation is an overview of trail safety on hikes of any length led by Erin Compaleo, Assistant Director of Outdoor Recreation at Wright State University. It will include a basic self-defense overview.
The hike is one mile total, an easy-paced out-and-back hike. There is a 1/4-mile paved walk option as well.
All women are welcome to attend these donation-based events. Donations of gently used camping gear are greatly appreciated to connect women from difficult life situations with the joys of outdoor recreation and the supportive community that comes with it.
Hope Wanders was born out of a deep commitment to helping survivors of abuse reclaim their lives and discover the strength within themselves. Jessica Urton, the founder, envisioned a sanctuary where women could find solace, courage, and community in the great outdoors.
Where are Oakley and Owlexander?
All ages
Oakley and Owlexander are loose in the parks again! Solve the riddles to find them hidden in the parks and share your pictures with us on Facebook for a chance to win the grand champion hide-and-seek prize! The first clue will be presented on the Centerville-Washington Park District Facebook page on Friday, May 3. Or, register here to receive clues via email and get your family started on this park adventure!
Registration deadline: Friday, May 24
Homesteading Ohio (1:00 p.m.)
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up
Did you play Oregon Trail as a child? Join the Park District and Centerville-Washington History to experience a simulation of Centerville’s founders! Your family will learn of Washington Township’s early citizens and learn about the hardships they faced traveling to the area! Pack your wagons, encounter scenarios and challenges and hunt for food. The trail is approximately one mile in length on a crushed limestone path.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2
Homesteading Ohio (1:15 p.m.)
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up
Did you play Oregon Trail as a child? Join the Park District and Centerville-Washington History to experience a simulation of Centerville’s founders! Your family will learn of Washington Township’s early citizens and learn about the hardships they faced traveling to the area! Pack your wagons, encounter scenarios and challenges and hunt for food. The trail is approximately one mile in length on a crushed limestone path.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2
Homesteading Ohio (1:30 p.m.)
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up
Did you play Oregon Trail as a child? Join the Park District and Centerville-Washington History to experience a simulation of Centerville’s founders! Your family will learn of Washington Township’s early citizens and learn about the hardships they faced traveling to the area! Pack your wagons, encounter scenarios and challenges and hunt for food. The trail is approximately one mile in length on a crushed limestone path.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2
Homesteading Ohio (1:45 p.m.)
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up
Did you play Oregon Trail as a child? Join the Park District and Centerville-Washington History to experience a simulation of Centerville’s founders! Your family will learn of Washington Township’s early citizens and learn about the hardships they faced traveling to the area! Pack your wagons, encounter scenarios and challenges and hunt for food. The trail is approximately one mile in length on a crushed limestone path.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2
Movie Party in the Park: Star Wars, The Clone Wars
All ages
May the fourth be with you! Enjoy an evening in the park watching the animated 2008 movie “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” — perfect for any age Star Wars fan. We will start out with interactive games and crafts before showing the movie under the stars. Grab dinner from Claybourne Grill and have Kona Ice for dessert or bring your own dinner and snacks. Please bring chairs and/or blankets for seating. (This movie is rated PG.)
Registration is requested.
Mother's Day Brunch: A
Ages 4 – 10 with adult companion
Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling will lead each pair through making mini quiche, yogurt parfait and fresh orange juice.
Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class
Registration deadline: Monday, April 29