Tipp City is appropriately named since it really tips the hat of Dayton just north off 75. This town makes it perfect for those that want their own little town that has everything you need within a stone’s throw yet isn’t too far from Dayton to enjoy the sports games, colleges, and festivals. Being right…
“Everyone’s cancer story is different. But when cancer goes undetected, the end of the story is always the same,” says Dayton-area native, Rachel Blackburn. Unfortunately, Rachel knows all too well the toll cancer can take. “I lost my mom in June 2016 to Large B-cell Lymphoma,” says Rachel. “My father passed away in 2001 from…
Some of my favorite childhood memories are when my dad coached my t-ball team. I was 6, it was a co-ed team wherein I was the only girl, and I relished the bonding time with my dad. My husband has similar stories about his dad; and, in fact, baseball was a comforting constant throughout his…
Cooler temperatures don’t mean your family’s outdoor adventures have to end. A little snow and bare trees make for a nature-filled winter wonderland. For outdoor winter fun and exploration, look no further than your favorite Five Rivers MetroPark location. With 25 parks and facilities, there are family-friendly winter activities for all ages and interests. From…
Despite my best efforts, my kids’ stuff has taken over. Closets are bursting with little mittens and boots. Toys spill out of every corner of the house. Artwork and craft supplies explode from drawers like those snakes-in-a-can. It was time for a reset (and perhaps a garage sale). When organizing, I have a few stores…
Valentine’s Day Fun! Valentine’s Day is not only for husbands/wives/boyfriends/girlfriends but for all loved ones. We want to spread the love in as many ways that we can and most often it starts with our immediate family and then hopefully trickles down to others. Here are some fun ways to celebrate the month of love……
This May, Star Wars is coming to the Cincinnati Museum Center! Star Wars and the Power of Costume, a Smithsonian exhibition exploring the power of Star Wars costumes, will open at the Museum Center May 25th. Pulled from the collection of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Star Wars and the Power of Costume is…
Looking for a spot to host your child’s next birthday party? With the help of our advertisers, we’ve pulled together 9 awesome ideas for your next birthday bash!
Five Rivers MetroParks is accepting nominations for its third annual OUTstanding Teacher Award, open to Dayton-area classroom educators who teach any subject from pre-K through high school. Nominations are due Tuesday, Jan. 31. The award includes three nomination categories:Rising Star (less than 10 years of teaching experience), Leader (10 to 20 years), Lifetime Achievement (more…
