Total solar eclipses are not too common, and it is even less common here in Dayton. August 21, however, we finally have the chance to see a total solar eclipse beginning at 1:00 pm. According to NASA, Dayton’s view will be eighty to ninety percent visible- the maximum view will be approximately 2:28 pm. So in honor of…
Challenge Island offers in-school field trips and after school STEAM programs. Challenge Island is a great way for schools to offer safe, fun and educational programs without the cost and hassle of transportation. Simply pick a Challenge Island field trip “destination” that meets your school’s current curricular needs and we’ll take your students on an…
The Dayton Dragon’s and Anthem Blue Cross / Blue Shield sponsor a program that gives children in the Dayton region a once in a life time experience while they are in the midst of battling a serious medical condition. The program named The Anthem Home Run for Life gives the honoree ( A deserving kid)…
Hi September. Well, you sure snuck up fast after the hullabaloo of back-to-school and summer-end. Pools are closed, and naturally, we’ve now focused ahead on Fall. So here’s to September! And to all the FREE things for the family to do this September in Dayton. Live Outdoor Music at The Greene Details: Septemeber 2,7,8…
Fort Ancient Earthworks and Nature Preserve has lots going on during the month of September. Activity highlights include a get-close-to-nature theme with interesting photographic walks to creating mobiles from natural materials and traditional fall experiences that include the preparation and preservation of seasonal foods. Below are a few weekend programs that take full advantage of…
Kids have no shortage of activities and class to choose from outside of school. From gymnastics, karate, dance, swimming, and little league, there are plenty of lessons to choose from. You might not think about music lessons until kids are a little older, but Music Together of South Dayton is offering them in our region…
Want to start your child on the path to reading success? Washington-Centerville Public Library has a new program that will help you do just that! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a fun way to challenge you and your child to make a commitment to reading. Stop by our Library to pick up a reading journal…
It’s time for our second annual Trunk or Treat at Goldfish Swim School! Come show off your Halloween “spirit” by taking part in our costume contest and win fun prizes! This event is FREE to the public and the first 500 kids will get a free trick or treat bag! When: Friday, October 27 from 6:00-…
Here are 10 spooky (but not too scary) Halloween movies that will help set the holiday spirit for the entire family. The Nightmare Before Christmas Rated: PG for some scary imagesJack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, is bored with doing the same thing every year for Halloween. One day he stumbles into Christmas Town, and…
Charm at the Farm is an open-air vintage market located on a 56-acre formerly award-winning Clydesdale horse farm in quaint, Lebanon, OH. Charm at the Farm Vintage Market is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience in a breathtaking setting. It is open seasonally on select weekends only. The best regional artisans and shops come together…
