Upcoming Events

Join us for a final game night with a variety of snacks and everyone’s favorite games and activities. Ages 12 – 15.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 3

Hang out with your besties on a nature hike through beautiful Bill Yeck Park! Staff and volunteers will guide you through the park, which makes this hike perfect for those just getting acquainted with the park, and those who have been hiking there for years. All ages.

Registration deadline: Friday, August 5

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 ages.

Mondays, August 8 & 22

Registration is not required but is recommended.

Join Centerville-Washington History and the Park District for a relaxing wrap up to a spectacular summer. Drop in anytime between 5 and 7 p.m. with your picnic. After eating, join in a ball game, a nature hike, and learn some new, old-fashioned games/activities. This is a Tools to Trek program. All ages.

Registration is not required.

Let’s Pawty! Join us for an evening of spoiling your dogs with fun activities, a photo booth, giveaways and a puppachino bar. We will be collecting donations for SICSA, a pet adoption and wellness center in our community. Check our Facebook event or contact us for specific wish list needs. All ages.

Join us for a movie, short nature hikes, calming crafts, family field games and much more! Bring a picnic blanket dinner, or have the professionals from Claybourne Grill food truck cook for you. At sunset, we will gather around the big screen for a showing of Inside Out! All ages.

Registration is requested. (This is a rescheduled date due to weather.)

Celebrate Ice Cream Day with a sundae at the Smith House! Enjoy a relaxing summer afternoon with yard games and a guided hike. Bring your own picnic blanket or lawn chair. All ages.

Registration is not required, but registered participants will receive reminder and/or cancellation emails.

NOTE: This is a rescheduled date due to inclement weather on the original date.

All engineers on deck! Meet us at the park for a fun-filled afternoon of science and engineering using materials from nature! Participants will get to plan, build and test their designs for the surprise STEM challenge of the day! Ages 7 – 13.

Mondays, September 5, October 3 & November 7

Registration deadline: Monday, August 29

Enjoy fresh air and nature playtime. Meet other parents/caregivers and their children. Stop by the shelter for a free snack. Then, explore the playground, nature play area and trails during this casual meet-up! Staff will have one activity planned for each session. All ages.

Wednesdays, September 7, October 5 AND/OR November 2

Celebrate your child’s imagination and creativity. Build a fairy and gnome home out of natural materials for our woodland residents. Other activities will include a storytime, a scavenger hunt and a craft! All ages.

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. All ages.

Mondays, September 12 & 26, October 10 & 24, November 14

Calling all dogs and dog lovers! Grab a beer from Loose Ends Brewery, participate in fun dog-themed activities and check out local pet services! Food will be available for purchase from a food truck. Beer wristband sales will benefit the SICSA. All ages. Must be 21 and show valid ID to purchase a beer wristband.