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. …
Do you want to know how you can best prepare your child to be successful in kindergarten? Are you wondering what school is even like these days for a kindergarten student? Do you wish you could talk to someone who had these answers and more? You’re in luck! Monday, January 29, at the Centerville Library,…
Children’s play is rich with wonderings and imagination. At The Overfield School, we know that play is also full of opportunities for growth: testing, hypothesizing, discussion, negotiation and critical thinking. A tub full of Legos donated to our Kindergarten classroom provided just such an opportunity for play-based learning. The children seized the chance to discover…
Childhood is meant to be a time of joy, discovery and developing independence. However, for many children, childhood brings trauma rather than happiness. Traumatic experiences in childhood can have profound effects on a child’s development and lead to long-term physical, emotional and psychological consequences. This article will examine the impacts of childhood trauma across key…
A cozy bedroom can be a sanctuary, a place where you can unwind, relax, and escape from the stresses of daily life. Creating a cozy bedroom isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about making a space that feels inviting and comfortable. This guide offers practical tips to help you transform your bedroom into a cozy haven….
We have had so many parents over the last couple years since we started Dayton Parent asking for ways to meet other parents. They sometimes felt like they were in their own little bubble as many of us do when raising children and needed to connect with other moms and dads. There are some great…
Pottery, from those cute ceramic coffee cups to earthy vases, offers a charming and sustainable way to reduce waste. Unlike mass-produced goods that come packed with chemicals, handmade pottery tends to be more natural. Plus, pottery can be reused indefinitely, contributing to an eco-friendly home and reducing waste. Let’s explore the world of pottery and…
Five Rivers MetroParks is part of a national movement to bring nature back into playgrounds says Joshua York, education supervisor for the park system
A flurry of school plays, shopping excursions, cooking and wrapping presents: The holiday season can be so hectic, you don’t actually get to enjoy it. Because the reason for the season is giving and spending time with loved ones, MetroParks encourages families to slow down and enjoy the holidays with a variety of festive activities….
Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off of the summer season and the perfect time to head outside for some of your favorite warm-weather activities. From water play fun to mountain biking, the Dayton region’s parks and outdoor facilities provide people of all ages with opportunities to try something new in the great outdoors without breaking…
