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MetroParks' Adopt-a-Park 2025
Protect and clean green spaces in honor of Earth Day during Five Rivers MetroParks' annual Adopt-a-Park.
Dayton's "Archangel Anarchy" to Represent Ohio at 2025 Roller Derby World Cup
Ang Garcia, known on the track as Archangel Anarchy ('Arc' for short), is preparing to compete with the groundbreaking Black Diaspora Roller Derby (BDRD) at the 2025 Roller Derby World Cup in Austria this July.
Wizarding World of Waynesville
⚡️Calling all witches, wizards and muggles to Waynesville to drink a Butter Beer, check out our magical shops and enjoy a day of enchantment all while enjoying all things Harry Potter⚡️
Things to do in Dayton this weekend March 7-9, 2025
✨ Dayton is buzzing with excitement this weekend March 7 thru 9! From First Friday to Forbidden Broadway, early St. Patrick's Day celebrations and more. Find something FUN to do around Dayton this weekend! ✨
Beavercreek Receives $1M Grant for Spring House Park, Community Open House April 2
The City of Beavercreek has been awarded a $1 million grant from Ohio’s House Bill 2 One-time Strategic Community Investment Program to kickstart the development of Spring House Park.
Neverland Gets an Update: Review of 'Peter Pan' now at The Schuster
Mike Woody reviews Peter Pan, now showing as part of the Broadway in Dayton series at the Schuster Center thru March 2
Erma Bombeck: Dayton's Famous Funny Lady
Erma Bombeck's recipe for writing a good column, "Hook 'em with the lead. Hold 'em with laughter. Exit with a quip they won't forget."
Join Our 6-Week Adult Social Pickleball League – Tuesday Spring Season
Sign up for Gem City Social Sports’ 6-week Adult Social Pickleball League starting April 15, 2025! Choose from Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced divisions
Destination Dayton Announces New 2025 Visitors Guide
Destination Dayton is excited to announce the release of its 2025 Destination Dayton Visitors Guide, a FREE, comprehensive resource designed to help travelers Discover the Unexpected in Dayton, Ohio.
Local Animator Brings Holiday Magic to Netflix's "That Christmas"
✨ Congratulations to Beavercreek High School graduate Alex Shilt, one of the talented animators behind Netflix's new holiday movie, "That Christmas" ✨
Where to see the best Christmas lights around Dayton
Where to see the very best Christmas lights around Dayton - there's nothing quite like Christmas light displays to get you in the holiday spirit!
My Journey with Diversity -Baraka Jackson
Baraka Jackson is a senior at Belmont High School. Baraka's family moved from his home country to the United States last year due to political instability.
Will remodeling my kitchen add value to my home?
Is a kitchen remodel worth it? Learn how to maximize your investment and transform your kitchen into a beautiful, functional space. Discover expert tips and advice from Reliable Home Experts.
MaMa Joy’s (Miss Joy’s) Face Painting Gift Certificates
Now you can get a 2-hour block of face painting time for 60% less than you normally would.
Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley is back just in time for the holiday season
Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December.
Get a FREE Bowman Landes Thanksgiving Turkey
Turkey Contest: How to win a Local, Antibiotic Free, Free Range, Non-GMO Thanksgiving Turkey.
Review: Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" at LaComedia
Don’t miss the chance to reserve your spot at the ‘Holiday Inn,’ now at LaComedia Dinner Theatre thru Dec 29
City of Miamisburg presents Star City Season of Lights
Make a stop on the Star City Season of Lights Tour and visit the Gingko Stage in Riverfront Park to get your family photos!
WinterFest at Kings Island
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 28 - December 31, 2025 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
Recognizing the value of our immigrant neighbors in Ohio
There is richness in diversity. Let’s focus on supporting each other. Let’s dissipate divisions and hostility. Let’s have the courage to recognize the value of our neighbors regardless of where they were born.
