Achieve your New Year’s resolutions: Seven need-to-know tips and tricks Five Rivers MetroParks can help you achieve your 2017 wellness goals. From developing healthier habits to organizing a family budget, many people set goals for the coming year in hopes of staying healthy, productive and happy. Though many may have the best intentions, most will…
These crazy hectic days that seem to blur together for many of us parents right now mean we are in the midst of the best years of our lives. It may be hard to see between the lack of sleep puffy eyes, Legos all over the floor, children running in and out of rooms haze…
Outdoor fun doesn’t stop when temperatures drop. In fact, winter fun is just getting started at the MetroParks Ice Rink, 237 E. Monument Ave., at RiverScape MetroPark in downtown Dayton. The rink offers picturesque views of the Great Miami River and fun for the entire family. Admission is $5, and skate rentals are $2. “I’ve…
SMOKY MOUNTAINS COMMUNITIES UNITE TO SUPPORT AREA TOURISM SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. – As the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee begin the recovery process following the Nov. 28 wildfires, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevier County, Tennessee tourism officials have united to reinforce a strong message delivered by Gatlinburg Mayor Mike Werner.“If you really want to…
Take a break from holiday shopping and enjoy the spirit of the season with Five Rivers MetroParks’ holiday events. Whether you step back in time to enjoy Christmas traditions of the 1880s or take a peaceful stroll along an illuminated path at Aullwood Garden MetroPark, there are opportunities for people of all ages to get…
Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad’s North Pole Express isn’t just a train ride. It’s an experience. From the moment you drive into Downtown Lebanon, you know it’s going to be an unforgettable afternoon. The town is decked to the nines with lights and wreaths. It feels like Christmas as soon as you get to LM&M —…
When I told my three-year-old we were going to see Santa, the fear was immediately evident. When I followed up by telling him Santa would be scuba diving at the aquarium, the fear turned to concern: “What if Santa gets eaten by a shark?! Who will bring our presents??” Never fear, son. The Newport Aquarium…
Trains are a quintessential part of the holiday experience. Kids love trains; and for parents, there’s just so much nostalgia and holiday memories attached to trains. While Dayton has lots of amazing holiday trains, we wanted to share this roundup of top-notch train displays in Greater Cincinnati. Because what’s better than bundling up, cranking the…
The 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second Street in downtown Dayton, will feature fresh, local food items and artisanal gifts for this year’s holiday season. The Market will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the day before Thanksgiving (Nov. 24) for its annual Stock Up Wednesday event. Extended Market hours give shoppers the…
Newport Aquarium invites the public to experience a holiday celebration under the sea Nov. 25 – Dec. 31 at Water Wonderland with Scuba Santa®. Newport Aquarium is the only place where families can celebrate the holidays under the sea as Water Wonderland with Scuba Santa® blends the thrill of indoor bubble showers and the intimacy…
