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Plans for Full Scale Space Shuttle Exhibit Advance
With the arrival of the Space Shuttle Trainer at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, the museum will open a whole new world to local kids. The trainer and its exhibits will provide visitors of all ages the opportunity to see what the flight deck and mid-deck sections of the space shuttle orbiter look like and to learn what it is like to launch and live in space.
Operation 1000 Cherry Trees
On July 30th, local dignitaries were joined by the Honorable Kuninari Matsuda, Consul General of Japan, who came down from Detroit, MI to kick off the Operation 1000 Cherry Trees Project. This initiative is intended to be a symbol of lasting friendship between the US and Japan.
The Fraze is Pulling Out All The Corks
Even the most seasoned wine connoisseur has to agree that opening that menu of whites and reds for the first time was an intimidating experience. Wine activities conjure up thoughts of highbrow tastings and top-notch eateries. Fortunately, Dayton officials have the perfect idea to make the fair spirit less daunting.
Strolling Through the Second Street Market
What are you doing on Saturday? If you don't have any plans, then I have just the place for you to go. If you are from Dayton then know it all too well, and it's the Second Street Market.
Finding Respite in Germantown MetroPark
Germantown MetroPark is the perfect respite for you to avoid the city, get away from the traffic jams, and enjoy nature amid the countryside. What you will find at the Germantown MetroPark just might surprise you.
Another Food Critic's Places To Eat
With hundreds of restaurants in the Dayton area, it can be hard to find which places are the best. Yet, with new concepts constantly opening, the local cuisine can always surprise you. Whether you think you've tried it all, or you're just bored with your regular go-to place, here are a few dives in Dayton you can't miss.
Dayton Air Show 2012
It's time again for the Dayton Air Show, and if you haven't been then it's time to put on your flip flops and head out for this year's rendition. Not only will Dayton have the pleasure and the honor of watching the Blue Angels fly, but there are some other fantastic daredevils that will be on the scene and someone you won't want to miss the opportunity to meet!
Team Zoë
10-year old Zoë Wallen is battling a rare and lethal form of cancer. The family and friends of Zoë Wallen are uniting together to raise funds so that Zoë can begin a new, promising treatment against DIPG.
Dayton Ohio Independence Day Celebrations & Fireworks 2012
Comprehensive list of Independence Day celebrations and fireworks displays for Dayton and the entire Miami Valley Region.
Dayton Ohio May Very Well be Going Green!
It seems that when it comes to health food stores they are in high demand, but short supply. However, the Dayton area is changing...
