Father’s Day was a few days ago and it got me thinking about my Dad’s “Sunday Drives”. On occasion after church, my father would drive around and show us the old neighborhood’s where he grew up. He surprised us on one of these drives when he pointed out all of the eighteen different houses where…
We are enjoying another beautiful summer here in Dayton. And that means plenty of time at the pool, beach and local water parks! Many families are planning on water-related fun for the upcoming 4th of July weekend. Sadly, every summer communities across the country are impacted by drowning or near-drowning incidents and Dayton, OH is…
It’s time to date your dog. Yes, you heard that right. With so many canine-friendly activities and businesses popping up around Dayton, your pooch wants to do more than just walk around the block! Here’s a few ideas to make a day with your pup fun from dawn to dusk. DOG PARKS Any good date…
If you are wanting to tent camp, lodge in a cabin or if it’s in the luxury of an RV, there is nothing greater than getting outside and enjoying the great outdoors. If outdoor activities such as canoeing, swimming, and or hiking are things your family likes to do, then Dayton has some great places…
Each month, Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad offers themed train rides. June’s Curious George Express was truly a day to remember at LM&M Railroad.
Moms, now that the hard part is over, it is time to spend all the time you can with your little one! In the past, stroller walks have dominated in the available activities for you and your child, but Indy has caught on to a trend that will rock your world. Mommy & Me…
There is nothing quite like a day out with dad, and with all that Dayton has to offer, Here’s some events that will make this Father’s Day one to remember.
It’s starting to get hot out and what better way to cool off than some ice cream in your tummy! Though places like Dairy Queen, Orange Leaf, or Graeter’s may be on your list, we have compiled a list of some of the more local ice cream parlors in the Dayton area. So break away…
Shortly after sunrise, from mid-June through mid-July, rows of lawn chairs begin appearing between the limestone cliffs of Veterans Park. It’s the time-honored method for reserving a prime spot for that evening’s performance at the Summer Arts Festival! Get your chairs ready for Springfield’s 50th Anniversary season of admission-free summer entertainment! Unlike gated, ticketed events at…
With 25 facilities located throughout the nearly 16,000 acres of open space Five Rivers MetroParks protects, you and your family have myriad ways to explore the outdoors. Here are some of our top picks for summer. Also, be sure to check out the newly redesigned metroparks.org site to discover more places to go, things to…
