MetroParks of Butler County is joining the nationwide celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month this July with a series of free, partnered programs that reflect this year’s theme: “Build Together, Play Together.”

In collaboration with local organizations, MetroParks is offering creative, hands-on programs that build community through play, learning, and shared outdoor experiences—exactly what the national celebration is all about.

“Parks are places where connections are made,” said MetroParks Executive Director Jackie O’Connell. “Whether it’s families discovering science together, or neighbors learning more about Butler County’s rich history, this year’s theme—Build Together, Play Together—captures the spirit of what we strive to create every day.”

Free July programs that bring the theme to life:

Active in the Outdoors: Boot Camp in the Park - Voice of America MetroPark
July 12
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Fit Body Bootcamp will lead you through a bootcamp-style workout. For ages 18+.

Ice Cream Creations – Chrisholm MetroPark
July 14
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join MetroParks and MidPointe Library staff to learn how to make ice cream the old-fashioned way. For ages 13+.

Family Yoga – Voice of America MetroPark
July 18
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Join MetroParks and MidPointe Library in a beautiful grassy meadow with fun simple yoga poses, stories and breathing exercises for the whole family. For all ages.

Creeking with MetroParks – Behind the Fairfield Family YMCA
July 19
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Get your feet in the water and see what critters you can find with MetroParks and Fairfield Parks and Recreation. For all ages.

Friends of Chrisholm Open House
July 19
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Join the Friends of Chrisholm to explore the historic Augspurger House at Chrisholm MetroPark. Learn about the family who once called it home. For all ages.

All programs are free and open to the public, with advance registration required here. These programs were made possible through strong local partnerships, a reflection of MetroParks’ mission to foster connections between people and nature.

For more about the national celebration, visit the National Parks and Recreation website at nrpa.org.   

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