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A Walk in the Park

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, December 2 – February 26

 

Get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air while meeting other walking enthusiasts. These are self-guided walks around your community parks! Walking helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, lifts your spirits, strengthens memory and protects from heart disease and high blood pressure.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Trail Trekking/Nordic Walking (with Pole Rental)

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 2 – February 27

 

Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks through this self-guided meet-up program! Sign up to rent Nordic poles if you want to try trekking before you purchase your own set. You will be contacted to sign a borrower’s permit and pick up your set for the fall. A limited number of rental poles are available.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime! Note: Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.

Trail Trekking/Nordic Walking Meet-Up (No Pole Rental)

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, December 2 – February 27

 

Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks during this self-guided meet-up program! You must bring your own Nordic poles if you sign up for this option.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime! Tuesday Trail Trekking locations will be the same as the A Walk in the Park program.

Hike For Your Health

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 3 – February 25
(No hike December 24)

 

Staff and volunteers will lead groups at different paces. Hike for Your Health is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and get to know some of your parks better. All hikes are on natural trails. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.

 

There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!

Yoga in the Park B

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 6 – January 10

 

Megan Lees of Method Yoga Studio leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3

Yoga in the Park C

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 6 – January 10

 

Megan Lees of Method Yoga Studio leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3

Paint & Cocoa Night

Activity Center Park 221 N. Main St., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 8 – 12

 

Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush, LLC for a cozy winter evening filled with creativity and cheer! Participants will enjoy sipping cocoa, munching on cookies, and painting either a pottery frosty night light or a Christmas tree night light (both include the lights!) No experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready for a relaxing night of art and warmth!

 

Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 25

Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop

Activity Center Park 221 N. Main St., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 16 and up

 

Ukrainian Egg Decoration uses waxes and other mediums to decorate real chicken eggs with nature and folk designs. This style of painting has been done for hundreds of years in Eastern and Central Europe. Learn this ancient process from local teaching artist of more than 20 years, Ginny Baughman. Join us for this unique class and take home your own beautifully decorated egg!

 

Registration deadline: Sunday, November 30

Crafts with Nature – Frozen Things!

Grant Park, Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

 

The theme for December is ‘Frozen Things!’ We’ll read snowy stories, explore ice with sensory play, and head outside for snow fun — or enjoy indoor “snow” activities if needed. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain.

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3

Art & Imagination

Activity Center Park 221 N. Main St., Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 6 – 9

 

This drop-off program is designed to give your child the opportunity to get creative! They will design a variety of projects based on a monthly theme. Outdoor activities will be included when weather permits. Sign up for one or multiple sessions.

 

Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 2

 

Conservation Crew: Seed Sowing and Cleaning

Bill Yeck Park, Smith House 2230 E. Centerville Station Road, Centerville, OH, United States

Ages 12 – 18

 

Conservation Crew members will start off planting Royal Catchfly and other seeds in the Seed Nursery, strengthening our wildflower beds. As darkness falls, we will move inside and begin to clean and package harvested seeds.

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 3