Happy Labor Day weekend, Dayton! If you are looking for plans for the long weekend ahead, then look no further. We have some great family-friendly places you can visit this holiday! So unpack the car and stay around town. LABOR DAY FAMILY VALUE WEEKEND- YOUNGS DAIRY September 2nd–5th (Friday–Monday) Take advantage of a special…
Happy Friday Dayton! It is about that time of the week where we give you the scoop on what is happening around Dayton this weekend. With some much going here is the top 5: 1. GERMANFEST PICNIC- CARILLON HISTORICAL PARK Friday, August 12, Saturday, August, 13 and Sunday, August 14 Join the Dayton Liederkranz as…
To Avoid back to mayhem, Dayton Parent has came up with a great list of tips on how to get your kids and yourself back into the swing of things. Starting the new school year can be a time of great excitement… and anxiety. Help yourself out and study up on some of the tips listed below….
The smell of cotton candy and funnel cakes is in the air as we approach fair season. Instead of just visiting your county fair, why not take a trip to the surrounding counties to see what they have to offer. Below is a full list of county fairs surrounding Dayton. STATE FAIR July 27-…
At the library, I hear lots of parents of little ones lamenting about the fact that their kids will not sit still for stories—not even just one. Though this must be frustrating for parents who are eager to pass along a love of books to their kids, it does not mean that their kids are…
Canoeing and kayaking in Ohio rivers, streams and lakes can provide endless hours of fun, relaxation and exercise. Five Rivers MetroParks has a great list of locations that you are sure to find the perfect spot for some much needed family fun. So get your canoes out of the shed or head on over to…
As our girls transition out of baby-and-toddlerland, we have noticed that story time with them is growing more and more complex. Our three year old, in particular, is beginning to ask questions that prompt all of us to think and explore each book a little deeper. Where she used to just look at a page and…
[LOCAL SPOTLIGHT] Brigid’s Path- Changing the course for Dayton’s most vulnerable childrenIn 2014, Jill Kingston and Deanna Murphy saw an increasing need in the Dayton area to help the innocent victims of the growing heroin and prescription drug epidemic – newborn babies. The two women began Brigid’s Path, named after Saint Brigid, the patron…
4th of July is just around the corner and there are so many things happening in the Dayton area these next few weeks. We need to start prepping ourselves for all of the fun activities heading our way. If this is your first time heading out into the 4th of July fireworks and festivities don’t worry,…
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…
