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Give The Gift of Outdoor Education This Holiday Season
MetroParks' new Access to Nature Scholarship Fund kicks off on #GivingTuesday
Add some smiles to your Thanksgiving weekend with ‘Elf: The Musical'
There is some loud singing and plenty of Christmas cheer to spread around in ‘Elf: The Musical'. Review by Mike Woody.
Playing It Forward! Instrument Collection
Give a gift of a used instrument, even those needing repair or refurbishment, to brighten the future of a musically talented student.
9 Volunteer Opportunities for the Holidays
The Holidays are a time to share with others and give back, but sometimes it's hard to know where to begin. Here are nine opportunities to consider.
10 Can't-Miss Family Shows Over the Holidays
You don't have to leave the kids at home to spend a night at the theater. Here are 10 can't-miss, family-friendly holiday shows to see around Dayton this Christmas.
5 Reasons to Explore Nighttime Nature with Five Rivers MetroParks
Five Rivers MetroParks is celebrating daylight saving time's extended moon-lit hours with an evening of family fun.
Library to Host Hamilton Exhibit
Washington-Centerville Public Library, in partnership with Centerville-Washington History, is pleased to host a traveling exhibit and complementary events about Alexander Hamilton.
10 of the Best Quotes from TEDxDayton 2016
In its fourth year, TEDxDayton has once again delivered an impactful, thought-provoking event full of incredible ideas worth sharing.
Four reasons not to miss MetroParks' family Halloween celebration
From creepy crawly live animals to sweet treats, this family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the countdown to Halloween.
Five Rivers MetroParks awarded national accreditation
Agency joins prestigious list of agencies throughout the world that have met this industry gold standard.
Kid-citizens can make a difference
Explore the reasons volunteering is great for both the community and your family.
Free Halloween Activities at the Dayton Metro Library
From ghosts to Big Foot, The Library explores the odd and unexplained this month.
The Magical Playgrounds at Countryside Park
Better known to many for it's annual Christmas lights, this park has butterfly-themed and musical playgrounds your kids will love.
Dayton Mall's Newly Redesigned Play Area Debut
Dayton Children's Flight Zone Play Area at the Dayton Mall
Seven not-to-miss children's activities at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
Kick off October with an entire weekend of over-the-top outdoor fun with the kids.
Help shape the future of Five Rivers MetroParks
Five Rivers MetroParks seeks community input to help shape the future of parks and conservation areas
The first annual ArtFest by Infusion Art was a huge success
Co-chairs, Tabitha Guidone and Danielle Deramo put together an awesome team and appreciate everyone who sponsored and/or volunteered to make the inaugural event a success.
Virtual Reality So Real, You Won't Believe It
Descend into the depths of the ocean to watch marine life, or arm yourself and battle bloodthirsty zombies. Scene75's VR will satisfy anyone from the curious novice to the hardcore gamer.
A Duck Makes A Difference!
100% of every duck entered into the race supports programs for local kids & adults with disabilities like our Ambassador, Angel!
Inaugural ArtFest Featured Artist Leesa Haapapuro
Creative outlets – performance and visual – are threads that sew together bonds between people and their community.
