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 by 5 PM. Or, register here to receive clues via email and get your family started on this park adventure!
Registration deadline: Friday, May 24
Young Birders Club Chapter Meeting
Ages 11 – 18
Bird watching and identification is fascinating. You will walk away with a greater knowledge of birds and their role in the ecosystem. Club activities are based on participant feedback, so you direct the focus of study. A light snack is included. Participants must be members of the Ohio Young Birders Club.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Early Adventures
Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion
These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hike is on a natural path. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Healthy Charcuterie Boards and Small Bites How-To
Ages 18 and up
Join Holistic Health Coach Michelle Daniel of The Lifestyle Technique as you learn some basics of nutrition and how you can incorporate them into your next board. Gather with others and have fun preparing your own make-and-take charcuterie board and learning a few small bites recipes!
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Preschool Nature Series: Skunk School
Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion
Do you have what it takes to be a successful skunk? We will learn about skunk behavior and adaptations before putting our skills to the test!
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 7
Stemily Studios: Solar Spectacular!
Ages 8 – 14
Let’s have some sun-soaked fun! Discover the incredible potential of the sun’s rays as you create a solar cooker, sun print art and more exciting projects!
Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 1
Porch Stitching: Watercolor Embroidery (Adults)
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, May 9 & 16
Come and enjoy the warm weather on the porch! We will be combining both watercolor and embroidery for a unique piece of mixed-media art. The program will cover the basics of watercolor on fabric and simple embroidery. No previous experience is needed to participate!
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 2
DIY Vase and Flower Arrangement
Ages 16 and up
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a unique floral program with Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush. Students will use enamel paints to decorate glass vases and then arrange a wildflower bouquet!
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
World Migratory Bird Walk
Recommended for ages 9 and up
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on a leisurely walk through the park to focus on bird identification. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available to borrow. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 9
Penbrooke Garden Club Plant Sale
Sunshine and Feathers Adapted Fun Run
All ages
Participants can enjoy the paved path at the Kennard Nature Nook while stopping at various booths along the way. Each booth will have interactive games, giveaways, and all things sunshine and feathers! The event falls on World Migratory Bird Day and will feature birding activities for all! The Kennard Nature Nook will also have various activities. Participants are encouraged to travel along the path visiting booths at their own pace. The last time to start the route is noon. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Create Together Workshop with Now and Zen
Ages 6 and up with an adult companion (Adults can register in addition to create their own terrarium)
Kids and adults alike will enjoy being creative with sand art — with the bonus of adding live air plants. All materials are included for this fun project, including the choice of a vertical or horizontal vessel.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Mother’s Day Brunch: B
Ages 4 – 10 with adult companion
Prepare a Mother’s Day brunch with a parent/guardian. 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, May 6
Crafts with Nature
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park! 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. The Crafts with Nature May programs are identical, please only select one.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 7
Trail Trekking Evening Skill Sessions
Ages 18 and up
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to focus on refining a particular skill for each session.
May (Forest Field Park): Arm Day! Building Up Arm Muscles
We ask that you please preregister so that we can have an accurate prediction of attendees.