Watercolor Cactus Class
Ages 18 and up
Let’s warm things up! In this workshop, we are going to create loose watercolor paintings focusing on expressive brushwork and vibrant colors. Leave the class with your finished painting. Studio materials are provided to use while in the class.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 10
Bike Centerville Community Ride B
Ages 18 and up
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Washington Township by bicycle. The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! Rides will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles that start and end at a park.
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 16
Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
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.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate+ B
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, May 20 – June 24, no scheduled matches on Memorial Day (May 27)
All leagues are five weeks long. Five Franklin X-40 pickleballs per team are included and can be picked up from Park District Headquarters prior to league play. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level or higher. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and that are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Intermediate+ B
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, May 21 – June 18
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! All leagues are five weeks long. Five Franklin X-40 pickleballs per team are included and can be picked up from Park District Headquarters prior to league play. This for-fun league is open to mixed doubles teams at the intermediate level or higher. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules and who are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Spring Into Archery
Ages 8 – 15
We will learn the basics of archery and put the skills learned to practice. Participants will compete against each other in friendly competition. All equipment is provided.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 15
Pickleball League Any Doubles Beginner B
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, May 22 – June 19
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! All leagues are five weeks long. Five Franklin X-40 pickleballs per team are included and can be picked up from Park District Headquarters prior to league play. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Pickleball League Begin. B Single Player Will Call
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays or Thursdays, May 22 – June 20
Please sign up for this will call if you are a single player without a partner. We will make every effort to match you with a partner and then enroll you in one of our beginner pickleball leagues. Please indicate in the enrollment questions which beginner league you prefer. Please note that the Any Doubles League (open to men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) on Wednesdays is the easier league to find a partner for.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Beginner B
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, May 23 – June 20
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this spring! All leagues are five weeks long. Five Franklin X-40 pickleballs per team are included and can be picked up from Park District Headquarters prior to league play. This for-fun league is open to mixed doubles teams at the beginner level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 5
Painting in the Landscape
Ages 16 and up
Join Kristin Bailey from Purple Paintbrush LLC for a relaxing evening overlooking the meadow. No painting experience is required. This class is an enjoyable way to learn some color theory, basic drawing and observational painting with helpful tips and guidance!
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 26
Yoga in the Park A
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, June 1 – July 13
(No class July 6)
Method Yoga 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.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 29
Yoga in the Park B
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, June 1 – July 13
(No class July 6)
Method Yoga 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.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 29
Birdwatching 101
Ages 14 and up
Learn tips and tricks for starting your birdwatching journey. We will start indoors with a chat about best practices and helpful information. Then we will head outside to learn common summer birds at Bill Yeck Park. Please dress to be outside. Bring binoculars if you have them. A limited supply will be available to borrow.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 28
Fantastical Creations Art Design
Ages 8 – 11
Monday – Wednesday, June 3 – 5
We will draw inspiration from nature, life, fantasy, and stories to bring our art to life! From dragon eggs, canvas painting, polymer clay creatures holding crystal treasures, kiln fire clay, pottery painting and more, this specialty art program would be great for young artists who enjoy fantasy! Kristin Bailey from Purple Paintbrush LLC will lead participants through these fun skill-building sessions.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 27
Camp WILD Child Week 1
Ages 3 – 5
Monday – Friday, June 3 – June 7
9:00 a.m. – noon
Join the teachers of WILD Child Nature Preschool for a week of Wonder, Investigation, Learning and Discovery! This memorable week of camp will include unstructured nature play, creek romping and more! Camp held outdoors in all safe weather conditions! Remember to dress for the mess and prepare to be outdoors, rain or shine! Campers will need to bring a small hiking backpack, reusable water bottle, and healthy snack. All campers will receive a WILD Child camp shirt.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 27