Big events can draw thousands of people, often packed into one location. While the energy and excitement are great, large crowds also mean higher risks. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has warned that poor planning is one of the biggest causes of accidents and injuries at public events. This includes things like overcrowding, medical…
If there was ever a week to celebrate your love of cheese, this is it! Young’s Jersey Dairy’s 10th Annual Farmstead Cheese Week is June 3-9 and includes fun activities and discounted pricing on Young’s farmstead cheese – produced onsite from their very own Jersey cows’ milk. We spoke with fourth-generation family member and…
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…
As the daughter of an elementary school teacher, I grew up hearing my mom sing that song every August. Now as an adult when I think of that song, I find myself getting a little misty-eyed. Another summer is behind us. I have seven children and this year, my oldest is starting seventh grade. I…
I hated summer reading over summer break when I was a kid. How can I keep my daughter from feeling the same way?
Eating healthy begins in the aisle of the grocery store, where you can select items for a healthy pantry. Below are some tips provided by… Read More
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-…
Five Rivers MetroParks’ parks and conservation team will work with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to collect 450 used holiday trees for important conservation projects in local state parks. Trees can be dropped off at Eastwood MetroPark, 1401 Harshman Road, from December 26th through December 31st and January 2nd through January 31st….
Dayton Metro Library is offering a number of family-friendly online concerts and events for free viewing on Facebook, as part of the 2020 Summer Challenge, “Imagine Your Story.” These featured performances can be viewed for 24 hours from the premier dates and times noted, at Facebook.com/DaytonMetroLibrary. In addition to these special performances, Children…
