Screen time has become an everyday part of childhood. While technology offers convenience and learning opportunities, the amount of time children spend in front of screens is raising concerns about its long-term impact on their health. The effects are not just behavioral or emotional, but physical as well. Excessive screen time often replaces active play,…
The popular Charm at the Farm Vintage Market in Lebanon is planning to open its gates for its final in-person, outdoor market of the year, October 16-18, with several new health and safety guidelines in place in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets are ONLY for Friday, October 16, 3:30- 7 pm The…
Brace yourself friends. The, well, force that is Star Wars: The Force Awakens is coming. And it kicks off with Force Friday on September 4th when new Star Wars merchandise will hit shelves. Whether you’re a family with a fashion for the force or just getting into this monumental series, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy the fun before the December…
Earth Day Celebration at Five Rivers MetroParks by protecting and cleaning the region’s parks and waterways during Five Rivers MetroParks’ 32nd annual Adopt-A-Park on April 13th.
In an era when many early childhood centers run off ready-made curricula and cookie-cutter lesson plans, one school is still reinventing student-led learning — as they have for over 25 years. It’s The Miami Valley School’s Early Childhood School, where independent learning is thriving and evident on every smile on the children’s faces. The passionate…
Last year, I nearly spent my second Thanksgiving Day in the hospital. At the age of fifty two I went into full cardiac arrest ten days before Thanksgiving. I died temporarily, but God had other plans for me and I made a miraculous recovery. I was fortunate to be released from the hospital on Thanksgiving…
You and your child are preparing for his or her summer away. One challenge can be packing for camp.
ow that the cold weather is approaching, it’s time to start thinking about creative ways to entertain your kids indoors. This kitchen table fort is so great because it is so easy to make and is just so much fun for the kids to play with. It also will probably bring back your own childhood…
The public is invited to celebrate Earth Day during the 20th annual Tree Seedling Giveaway at the 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St. in downtown Dayton. Visitors can stop by the Market on Friday, April 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, April 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to select…
Buying a home is never just about the square footage or the number of bathrooms. When you’re a parent, the stakes are higher. You’re not just buying a house—you’re choosing a foundation for your family’s future. Where will your kids play? What school district will support their growth? Is the neighborhood safe, vibrant, and filled…
