It’s been a good year for Osage oranges (Maclura pomifera). Now, in mid-to late-autumn, the grapefruit-sized “monkey brains” (as Osage orange fruits are commonly called) litter the ground, turning from chartreuse to brown as they soften and decay. What are…
Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) has announced its 2021 Annual Awards of Excellence winners. The Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) won the first-place award in the environmental and interpretive category for a Styrofoam Recycling Event held at Activity Center Park…
The parks of Southwest Ohio are home to two of the country’s smallest “warm-blooded” critters. Ruby-throated hummingbirds, Archilochus colubris, are conspicuous throughout the warmer months; least shrews, Cryptotis parva, also are common residents, though ¬much less visible. Adults of each…
Sophia Wang started volunteering with the parks at the 2018 summer recreation camps. Since then, she has branched out into volunteering for fun seasonal events like Eggstravaganza. Sophia loves helping with programs that have an artistic component! She volunteers outside…
In May 2021, The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), announced the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) as a finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence…
Watch the classic movie Hocus Pocus under the stars! Quoting along with the movie is encouraged! Throughout the movie, we will have a gourmet s’mores bar available. Indulge your inner child’s tastes around the bonfire! This FREE event is for…
In early August, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, a working group of the United Nations, released their latest report. The message was stark: human-induced climate change is ongoing at an unprecedented scale and, if not curtailed quickly, will have…
In Greek mythology, Icarus attempted to escape from Crete by flying to the mainland, using wings that his father crafted by waxing feathers to Icarus’ arms. However, Icarus flew too close to the sun, the wax melted, and the feathers…
The Yankee Park playground has served the community well, but it is time for an upgrade! In July, the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) presented three potential playground designs to the community. More than 600 people responded to the call for…
Aidan Teserovitch, 19, and his mom, Denise, began volunteering with the Centerville-Washington Park District’s bird nest monitoring program in 2017. Aidan, along with his mom, dad and brother, enjoys riding roller coasters. The family also enjoys hiking, biking and swimming.…