The Ashland Kroc Center

08/28/2026

🚨 ONE SPRAY PARK PARTY SPOT LEFT! 🚨

Parents, this is your LAST CHANCE! 🎉💦 There’s just ONE final party rental spot available for RJ’s Spray Park this season — Sunday, September 6 at 2:30 p.m.

Once this spot is booked, that’s it! No additional dates or spots will be added❎

Give your child one last summer splash they won’t forget! 🌞🎂
🎈 Party packages start at just $105 and include:
💦 2 hours of private access to the Pavilion & Spray Park
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 20 people
🎉 Plenty of space to celebrate!

The Spray Park is closed to the general public for the season, but we’re making this ONE FINAL private party opportunity available.

⏰ Don’t wait — when this spot is gone, it’s GONE!
👉 Reserve online: https://us.partywirks.com/storefront_express/main/vendor/krocashland/604/?customer=1
📞 Or call 419-281-8001 and ask for Event Manager Ashley Hall.
Who’s ready to make one last splash? 💦🎂

08/28/2026

💦 NEW Aquatics Programs Start Next Week! 💦
Looking for a quieter, more welcoming way to enjoy the water? We’re excited to introduce two new weekly aquatics programs starting Monday, Aug. 31!

🌊 SENSORY SWIM🌊
Mondays | 9–10 a.m. | All Ages
Designed for an inclusive, low-stimulation swimming experience in a safe and quiet setting.
💙 Members: FREE
💙 Community: $5 per swimmer
👤 Guardians swim FREE
A lift is available to assist guests entering the water, and guardians are required to be in the water with non-swimmers and actively supervise able swimmers from the deck.

👶 MINI & ME SWIM
Mondays | 10–11 a.m. | Ages 0–4
A special opportunity for guardians and little ones to float, play and bond together in a safe, quiet setting while meeting other families.
💙 Members: FREE
💙 Community: $5 per child
👤 Guardians are FREE
🧸 Childcare for children over age 4 is available in our PlayCare Room during this time!

Whether you're looking for a sensory-friendly swim experience or some special water time with your little one, we'd love to have you join us!

📅 Both programs begin Monday, Aug. 31!

08/28/2026

🍂 Fall Hours Are Coming to The Ashland Kroc Center! 🍂
As we head into fall, our hours are changing! Beginning Monday, August 31, please take note of our new Building, Waterpark and PlayCare hours:

🏢 BUILDING HOURS
Monday–Thursday: 5:15 a.m.–8 p.m.
Friday: 5:15 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 1–6:30 p.m.

💦 WATERPARK HOURS
Monday–Thursday: 4–7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. & 4–8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: 1–6 p.m.

🧸 PLAYCARE HOURS
Monday–Thursday: 8:30–11 a.m. & 5–7:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30–11 a.m.

📌 A few important reminders for the week of Aug. 31:
• Monday, Aug. 31: Fitness Center & Gym closed; Field House available. No classes or PlayCare.
• Tuesday, Sept. 1: Field House closed for deep cleaning.
• Monday, Sept. 7: The entire Kroc Center will be closed for Labor Day.

Please plan ahead and save these new hours! We look forward to welcoming you this fall! 🍁

08/27/2026

❄️ Frozen Jr. Auditions are in the books! ❄️

After three days and 15 hours of auditions and callbacks, we wrapped up last night after hearing 96 incredible young people audition for The Ashland Kroc Center Youth Theater's production of Frozen Jr.!

We are grateful for each and every one of these talented young people who gave their time, shared their gifts and brought such excitement to the audition room!

A huge thank you to our wonderful audition panel and amazing parent volunteers for making these three nights of auditions possible. We could not have done it without them!

Cast list will be released on Friday! ⛄️✨

08/27/2026

🚁 Ready to take flight this fall? 🚁

Middle-schoolers in grades 6–8 can join the action with Beginner Drone Soccer! 🤖⚽

Only 4 spots remain, and we’re looking for both boys and girls to round out our teams. Girls are especially encouraged to join as we work to build the balanced teams needed to compete!

Not sure what Drone Soccer is all about? Check out this video featuring Makayla Galler, captain of the USA Drone Soccer Team, to see the sport in action and learn more! 👇
🎥 https://youtu.be/PwjVIiwnERs

Whether your child is already interested in drones or just wants to try something completely new, this is a fun opportunity to learn, compete and be part of a team.

🚨 Only 4 spots remain—don’t wait!

👉 Register at https://ashlandkroc.usaeast.org/s/registration and search “drone.”

What is drone soccer, and why does it look like Quidditch with prop...

08/26/2026

We'll always love you, Dolly. 🤍
Dolly Parton spent her life seeking and sharing joy. The Salvation Army honors her life of service, love for Christ and all His children, and her musical brilliance. Thank you, Dolly, for showing others what it looks like to put that faith into action.

Our prayers are with her family, friends, and all who are mourning her loss.
Read more here: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/.../the-salvation-army.../

08/24/2026

We just received a wonderful load of sweet corn for the Food Pantry from our wonderful friends at Honey Haven Farm. We are blessed by their gifts.

08/23/2026

🍎✏️ August is flying by — and so is our Back-to-School Membership Sale! 🎒

There’s just over a week left to save 25% OFF a 3-month membership! If you’ve been waiting for the right time to join The Ashland Kroc Center, this is your sign.

Here’s your chance to lock in these special prices:
🏊 Family Membership – Normally $234, now $175.50
💪 Single Adult Membership – Normally $126, now $94.50
❤️ Senior Membership – Normally $108, now $81

That’s 3 months of membership for 25% less, giving you more time to enjoy the fitness center, indoor waterpark, family activities, classes and so much more — all in one place!

⏰ The sale ends August 31, 2026. With only a little over a week remaining, don’t let this opportunity pass you by!

📍 Stop by The Kroc Center today for a tour and get signed up before the sale is gone!
The countdown is on. Your Kroc is waiting! ❤️

08/23/2026

💦 A Little Time Closed. A Lot of Care Behind the Scenes! 🧼✨

Our waterpark will be closed Aug. 24–30 for scheduled deep cleaning and maintenance. We’re giving everything a little extra TLC so you can continue enjoying a clean, safe and welcoming experience at The Kroc! 💙

🌊 We’ll be back in the water Monday, Aug. 31!
And when we reopen, we’ll have new fall waterpark hours:
Monday–Thursday: 4–7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. & 4–8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: 1–6 p.m.

Thanks for your patience while we take care of things behind the scenes. We can’t wait to see you back in the water! 🏊‍♀️💦

08/20/2026

💦 ONE LAST SPLASH! 💦

Summer may be winding down, but there’s still time for one more splash at RJ’s Spray Park! 🐊☀️

Join us tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the LAST public Spray Park day of the season! Bring the kids, bring the sunscreen and come make one more summer memory before we close for the season.

📅Friday, Aug. 21 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
💦 RJ’s Spray Park at The Ashland Kroc Center
☀️ Last public day of the season! | Admission💲- FREE!

The Spray Park will be closed to the public after tomorrow, but private parties will still be available through Sept. 6. For more details about party options, go to: https://us.partywirks.com/storefront_express/main/vendor/krocashland/604/?customer=1

Don’t miss your last chance to SPLASH before heading back to school! 💦🐊