Cake Decorating with ele - Registration Required
2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Clifton Reserve & Lodge, 2762 S. River Rd., Clifton, OH, 45316, United States
Have you ever had the desire to decorate beautiful cakes but you didn’t quite know where to start? Well how about start with us and our new Cake Decorating classes being held at Clifton Lodge and Reserve?
Through a partnership with ele Cake Co., we are offering a series of 4 different cake decorating classes. You must register for each class individually. Each registered guest will receive one ele cake with an assortment of ele icing, fondant as well as instruction on how to create these masterpieces. Once finished, you will take your cake home to enjoy.
Classes will last approximately 45 minutes.

Music in the Park with Robert Colaner - "Bobby the Piano Guy" - No Registration
2025-08-27 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Come join us for a musical performance by Robert Colaner, aka, “Bobby the Piano Guy”! Bob Colaner will be performing at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park, Large Shelter, where he will entertain you by playing music from different eras on his electric piano keyboard. He may even sing a few tunes for us!
Bob is a long time Xenia resident who studied at the University of Mount Union where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. Bob has been a classroom music teacher, private music teacher, arranger, conductor and conference speaker. Bob will perform music on his electric piano keyboard which will include gentle piano jazz and a bit of Rock ’n’ Roll!
This is a FREE event for those Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available or you are welcome to bring a comfortable chair along. See you there!
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio, next to the Greene County Fairgrounds and across from the James Ranch Park.

Take Charge of Your Diabetes - No Registration
2025-08-28 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
A representative from the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension Office Greene County, will be joining us at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) to present information in reference to “Taking Charge of Your Diabetes”.
This program will assist you in learning more about signs of diabetes, possible complications, and ways to manage the diagnosis, including simple steps and learning to prepare nutritious and tasty food. This program is for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes and their family members or caretakers. Helpful information and general questions will be answered on the topic of diabetes. Please join us at the park to learn more about this important health care topic!
This is a Free program for Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Night Ride: Xenia Station to Cedarville - No Registration
2025-08-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a moonlight ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
Night Rides are free and leave Xenia Station at 7 PM, finishing around 9 PM. The average speed of the ride is 10 – 13 MPH.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes
Have bike repair items
– Rides will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
***And let’s be real…these rides are for ice cream 🙂

DIY - Teacup Succulent Garden Program - Registration Required
2025-09-02 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Have you ever wanted to create or plant your own “Teacup Succulent Garden”? Please plan to attend this program where you will learn to put together a quick and easy Teacup Succulent Garden!
You will create your very own teacup succulent masterpiece to take home with you! A teacup, succulents, and supplies will be provided to you for this fun and interesting program which will be held at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter).
A representative from the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension Office Greene County, will be present for this fun program and will lead you through the process of creating your very own Teacup Succulent Garden!
REGISTRATION is Required for this FREE program due to supplies needed.
Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Greene Grasshoppers - Bubble Party - No Registration
2025-09-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Geared towards our kiddos 6-9 years old, Greene Grasshoppers is a monthly program where they get to have nothing but FUN in our parks.
With these station-based programs, kids will experience a different topic each month.
Greene Grasshoppers is FREE to attend and no registration is necessary, they typically run from 6-8 pm until the fall. You can come anytime during the two hours as long as you leave time to complete everything.

Bubble Party
Bubbles, bubbles EVERYWHERE! Could there be anything more fun than playing in a huge pile of bubbles? We don’t think so. Join us as we bring back our ever-popular BUBBLE MACHINE. Get out your play clothes, bring along your water shoes and get ready to jump in the biggest pile of bubbles ever! Sunscreen and a bath towel are recommended. No personal items/toys permitted unless stated. Shoes must be worn at all times.

Toddler & Me Hikes - No Registration
2025-09-04 10:00 - 10:30 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
We are back with more hikes for the beginner hikers of Greene County! This preschool program will get those little legs used to hiking in our parks. This 30 minute Toddler & Me program will introduce the children to the outdoor world through short hikes within our parks. The program is designed for an adult to participate with the toddler(s).
This is a free program, no registration required.

Morning Milers - No Registration
2025-09-06 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Beavercreek Community Park, 801 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, 45434, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for an early morning ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
These rides are not for the beginner skill level and may include a short, off-trail portion with an average of 25-35 miles at 15-17 MPH.
Rides are FREE and meet at 8:30 AM with rides starting at 9 AM, finishing around 11 AM.
Rides will be cancelled in the event of a inclement weather.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet
Have bike repair items
Starting Point Addresses:
Beavercreek Community Park
801 Factory Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45434
Xenia Station
150 S. Miami Ave., Xenia, OH 45385

Speed Dating - Registration Required
2025-09-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Who’s looking for a good time!? Want to meet that special someone to share a night out on the town or maybe just to stay in to Netflix and chill? Well… we have an event for you! Come out to the park and get to know some like-minded people during an hour of speed dating.
***IMPORTANT NOTE***
You will be PRE-REGISTERING until we guarantee enough participants. If we do receive enough pre-registrations – we will contact you for final registration and payment!
You DO NOT need to print your form and bring it into the office. We will manage it from our end. Simply click “print” and complete the process.

Homeschool Science Days: Insects/Spiders - No Registration
2025-09-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Bring your homeschool groups outside for hands-on science designed for all ages. Two programs are designed just for homeschoolers. They are called Homeschool Science Days and Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES.
Homeschool Science Days are station-based with various fun, educational activities. These are drop in programs that begin at 10 am and go to noon. Please plan to arrive no later than 11:30 in order to have time to enjoy the activities.
Dress for the weather. This program will be entirely outdoors, rain or shine. There is a chance that participants may get muddy.
At least one adult must be present with each homeschool group.
Registration is no longer needed for the homeschool educational series.

Insects/Spiders
September is the BEST time to look for insects and spiders! The monarchs are migrating, the praying mantises and garden spiders are full-size and every patch of flowers is buzzing with life! In addition to bug hunting, stations will encourage curiosity through games, crafts and other activities. Arrive no later than 11:30.

BINGO in the Park - No Registration
2025-09-10 13:30 - 14:45 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
“B-I-N-G-O” – BINGO in the Park for Seniors!
Please come join us for a fun game of BINGO at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) to play some BINGO! This is a FREE program for seniors that will have some prizes for winners and some good fun and laughs for all.
Will you be a winner? Come on out to find out! What better way to play and enjoy BINGO than in one of your beautiful Greene County Parks!
This program is FREE for those Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring a chair or cushion for your comfort.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio 45385 – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Stained Glass - Registration Required
2025-09-13 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
In this class you will learn the basic techniques of working with stained glass and decorative tinning to create this work of art to display in your home.
Price includes personal instruction and all the supplies needed to make one sun-catcher.
**No refunds will be provided. Craft supplies cannot be sent home for no-show registrants

Night Ride: Xenia Station to Jamestown - No Registration
2025-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States

Greene Grasshoppers - End of Summer Games - No Registration
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Geared towards our kiddos 6-9 years old, Greene Grasshoppers is a monthly program where they get to have nothing but FUN in our parks.
With these station-based programs, kids will experience a different topic each month.
Greene Grasshoppers is FREE to attend and no registration is necessary, they typically run from 6-8 pm until the fall. You can come anytime during the two hours as long as you leave time to complete everything.

End of Summer Games
Put on your game face and get out to the park! We will be playing competitive and high energy games such as dodge ball to end the summer! More details to come!

Music in the Park with David Mullikin - No Registration
2025-09-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
David Mullikin is back! Come on out to the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) to listen to one of our hometown musicians sing some tunes for us!
Let’s get out into the park setting and listen to some more of that great music performed by David. If you like, please plan to make requests, sing along, and/or clap to the beat of the songs! And, as always, David has a few jokes to share – and as you know, he thinks that he is funny….See you there!
This is a FREE program for Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Wiggle Worms - Carnival - No Registration
2025-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Our unique Wiggle Worms program is designed to introduce children, ages 2-5, to the natural world through play and fun!
Each month our Wiggle Worms will enjoy programs of different topics. All Wiggle Worms are held from 10 am – Noon and attendees can come anytime during those hours, allowing time to complete the stations/activities. Adults are required to stay with the child/children during the program.
These programs are free and open to the public.

Carnival
Come one, Come all, to the Wiggle Worms Carnival at Fairgrounds Rec! Play games, earn tickets, win prizes! There’s so much fun to be had, and everyone is a winner!! And no carnival is complete without some popcorn and cotton candy! So don’t miss this day of Carnival fun!

Warrior Resiliency Team - Top Shot Archery- Registration Required
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Have you served in the military or have a family member that has served? If so, we want to invite you to the Warrior Resiliency Celebration program!
Veterans, service members, and their families are invited to join the Warrior Resiliency Team, along with Greene County Veterans Services and Greene County Parks & Trails, for Veteran specific programming. A place where like-minded individuals can get together for fun, fellowship and more. We want to serve those that have served!

Warrior Resiliency Top Shot Archery Event
Archery is an activity that has been around for centuries and has been used for various purposes, including hunting and combat. However, in recent years, it has gained popularity as a recreational activity and even as a form of therapy. For military veterans, archery can be an excellent way to promote physical and mental well-being. Whether you were a Special Operations Marine or Personnel Specialist, you can get into the sport and reap the benefits. One of the therapeutic benefits of archery is that it can help to promote physical fitness. Shooting a bow requires some upper body strength and core stability, which can help to improve overall fitness. Archery can provide a low-impact way to work on strength and flexibility without putting excessive stress on the body. In addition to physical benefits, and perhaps more importantly, archery can also promote mental wellness. Shooting a bow requires a great deal of focus and concentration, which can help to clear the mind and reduce stress. This can be especially beneficial for veterans who may be dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other mental health issues. Archery can provide a way to focus the mind and relax, which can help to reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being. Come join us for a fun and exciting way to enjoy the sport by learning the basics of using a Bow and compete to see how much you learned at the end of instruction. Refreshments, food, prizes, and fun will be provided. Email us at WRT@greenecountyohio.gov to get registered. Must be a veteran.

Monarch Tagging - No Registration
2025-09-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Monarch butterflies are migrating to Mexico! Come out to the park to help tag them as part of an International Citizen Science project.
Their numbers are declining. Learning more about their migration could help scientists find ways to help them.
A limited number of nets will be available for use during the program.

Music in the Park with Bob Ford - No Registration
2025-09-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
It’s that time of year for Music in the Park! Let’s get together again to listen to some “oldies but goodies” tunes sung by Bob Ford at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter).
Let’s get out into the Greene County Parks and listen to some good music, sing along, and clap to the beat of the songs. Bob will be performing two programs on Saturdays this summer, so hopefully, we will see you there!
This is a FREE program. Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Caesar Ford Ranger Classic - Registration On-Site
2025-09-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join our Ranger Team at the Caesar Ford Ranger Classic for a day-long event
with endless fun.The fun includes a FREE car show, music, food and more! You don’t have to own a classic car to be part of this fun! Come on out and view the cars and enjoy the other festivities occurring that day.Schedule of events

Registration: 4:00PM
Judging: 5:30P
Awards ceremony: 7:00PM

Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKE: Wetlands - No Registration
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Cemex Reserve, 1100 Sanctuary Drive, Fairborn, OH, 45324, United States
Bring your homeschool groups outside for hands-on science designed for all ages. Two programs are designed just for homeschoolers. They are called Homeschool Science Days and Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES.
Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES last 90 minutes and cover seasonal topics such as wildflowers, habitats, animal tracking and more. These discovery hikes are guided and will leave promptly at 10 am. Late guests will have to catch up. The hikes end at 11:30 am.
Dress for the weather. This program will be entirely outdoors, rain or shine. There is a chance that participants may get muddy.
At least one adult must be present with each homeschool group.
Registration is no longer needed for the homeschool educational series.

DISCOVERY HIKE: Wetlands – Cemex Reserve
What are the wetlands? What is a reserve? Why are they important? Your homeschoolers will learn these answers and so much more as they explore on of Greene County’s hidden gems. Starts at 10am sharp. If you’re late, go find us.

Toad-ally Together - Nerf Night - No Registration
2025-09-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Toad-ally Together is back for another year! This fun series of programs, partnered by Greene County Parks & Trails and GCBDD, is designed to bring kids and families of all abilities together to have fun in our backyard! Geared towards children ages 2 & up and of all abilities.
These are drop in programs, you do not have to stay for the full 2 hours. An adult or guardian is required to stay during the program.
This is a FREE event, registration requested but not required, walk-ins welcome

Nerf Night
Greene County Parks & Trails will be joining Greene County Board of Developmental Disabilities for an exciting Nerf battle! Bring along your Nerf guns and your competitive nature as we battle it out to determine the ultimate winner…just kidding, we are there to have fun. Eye wear is required, please mark your nerf bullets. We cannot guarantee you will leave with the ones you brought. This is a FREE event; no registration is required. People of all abilities are encouraged to join!

Nature Preschool - Registration Required
2025-09-24 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-24 13:00 - 15:30 | Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
On Wednesdays we do wild! Nature is a great classroom and we are so excited for Wild School Wednesdays! We will learn all the basics, colors, letters, numbers etc… Students will also learn all about nature with our animal ambassadors and outdoor classroom! Our home base will be the Critter Cove at the Narrows before heading out on a day of adventure and discovery! Students need to be potty trained. No school on October 22nd, see you at Pumpkin Glow that week! This weekly drop off preschool program is bound to be a huge hit with your little wild ones!

Wellness Walkers
2025-09-25 09:30 - 10:30 | OH
Each week, we will get our heart rate up and get moving while enjoying the outdoors in our beautiful parks. Walks are guided and self-paced. Greene County Parks & Trails, Fairborn Parks and Recreation and the City of Beavercreek Parks Department have teamed up to provide walks all over Greene County.
Walks are on Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
All walks are rated for difficulty with a 1 being the easiest and a 3 being the most difficult. Ratings consider terrain, elevation changes, etc.

GTO Pizza & Painting - Registration Required
2025-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Love to paint but need some guidance?? This class will guide you step by step to create your very own masterpiece. While you are on your way to becoming Bob Ross, we will also take some time to nourish our bodies with nothing other than the very basic teen lifeline…. PIZZA! The design will be announced closer to the date of the class. Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Hunt for Bigfoot: An After Dark Geocache Adventure - Registration Required
2025-09-26 20:00 - 23:00 | Caesar Ford Park, 520 South Stringtown Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
The hunt for Bigfoot is on! Bring your GPS, headlamps/flashlights and sense of adventure to Caesar Ford Park to see if you can find him. Use coordinates to find trails marked by reflective fire tacks and if you are lucky, they will guide you to the the beast!
Please register each participant for a time slot and arrive no more than 10 minutes prior to your scheduled start time. Take all the time you need to do the hunt once out on your adventure. Staff will remain on site until 11:20 pm.
Register each big foot hunter that is participating, no kids allowed for this one. This is an 18 and up program only. Shirts will be provided (at the end) for the big foot hunters that attend. Sorry, if you register and do not show, you won’t get your shirt.
Non-registered guests will not be able to attend.

Night Ride: Xenia Station to Yellow Springs - No Registration
2025-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
