Slides, Swings, Sand and Splash! Orchardly Park has it all and it’s one of our NEW favorite places to play! Located in the heart of Oakwood, Orchardly Park includes a playground for small children, a spray pad, a full basketball court, two tennis courts, and a small ball diamond. There were things to…
Construction of the new Levitt Pavilion, a state-of-the-art outdoor amphitheater at Dave Hall Plaza, is well underway, and the first season of free concerts have been announced. Beginning May 30- September 21, The venue will offer 50 free concerts Thursday, May 30, through Saturday, Sept. 21, by a list of musicians known locally, nationally and internationally for…
As a mom who likes to frequent our community pool during the summer months, water safety is definitely a high priority! So when I was presented with the opportunity to sign my 6 year-old daughter up for swim lessons before our pool even opens for the season, I had to jump right in (pun intended)….
Ahhh, spring! As the weather warms up, many of us are likely to spend more time outdoors. But that sigh of “ahhh” can quickly turn into “achoo” for people with seasonal allergies. Each year, allergies affect nearly 50 million people in the United States alone. They can affect all age groups, and it is…
Enjoy dollar movies at Cinemark this summer! Once again, Dayton Parents can entertain their kids on the cheap through Cinemark Cinema’s Summer Movie Clubhouse Program. Through this program, parents can purchase dollar tickets to a variety of kid-friendly movies at select Cinemark locations all summer long. Here is a list of participating theaters, including one in…
The ninth annual Jewish Cultural Festival returns to Temple Israel on Sunday, June 2 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at 130 Riverside Drive across the river from Fifth-Third Field, near downtown. The entire community – both Jewish and non-Jewish – is invited to join the free, family-friendly festival celebrating Jewish music, art, food and ritual. …
When it’s mosquito season in Dayton, it’s tempting to hide inside, Not only are mosquito’s annoying & irritating, but they also spread infectious diseases to humans & pets! Local owner, Deanne Fisher, explains why this service has been so important for HER family! A few years ago when we realized our small daughter was allergic…
YMCA Healthy Kids Day at Riverscape MetroPark, May 11th, Noon- 4:00 pm
Kids Bowl Free in Dayton! Who loves bowling on a hot or rainy summer day? When we heard about the summer Kids Bowl Free program.
That timeless parenting phrase — “it takes a village” — is never more applicable than when discussing foster care. Montgomery County Children Services defines foster parents as “people who provide a caring, temporary home environment for children unable to live with their birth families.” If you have ever considered taking on the important…
