The Rotary Club of Oakwood is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved annual event, That Day In May (TDIM). With over forty-five years of tradition, TDIM has become a cherished occasion for the Oakwood community. On Saturday, May 20th, 2023, the Rotary Club of Oakwood invites you to join us for a full … Continue reading Celebrating Community and Giving Back: That Day In May 2023

Five River Metro Parks has many volunteering opportunities at various locations throughout Montgomery County, including parks and other natural areas! They will be tackling a variety of tasks, such as removing invasive species, maintaining habitats, gardening, mulching nature play areas, cleaning up historical farms, and more. By participating in these projects, we can improve the … Continue reading Looking for a way to get involved on Earth Day?

Dayton institution, Culp’s Café recently hosted a grand re-opening after an extended period of closure. Culp’s Café offers more than just a meal, it’s an opportunity to taste history. The café’s menu features recipes that have been passed down through generations, providing a glimpse into Dayton’s culinary past including a classic soda fountain that serves … Continue reading Culp’s Café Grand Re-opening

How many times have you driven by Hawthorn Hill and thought to yourself, “I’d love to vist Oakwood’s most iconic landmark?”. Well the time has arrived! Sunday, April 23, Noon-5pm. Dayton History and the Oakwood Historical Society have joined together to provide a brief glimpse into the life of Dayton native, Orville Wright. For one … Continue reading WRIGHT AT HOME

With Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday coming fast, it’s time to think about your holiday shopping endeavors.  Shopping local is great because it provides support to your community, and gives back to the people that make these businesses … Continue reading →

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…well its getting closer anyway! One of the best ways to enjoy the season is to take in some of the wonderful light displays that are hosted throughout the holidays. If you’re wondering where … Continue reading →

Whether you’re visiting or you live here - from history, to culture, to helping to grow the community - these companies and organizations get our pick as Gems in the local Dayton area.High-Street GalleryLooking for artwork from local vendors? The High Street Gallery is a must-see! Located in a historic Victorian House was turned into a gallery in the late 1960's. The DSA has served area artists since 1938 and continues to fulfill its mission of supporting, connecting and educating artists and the community. The gallery is always free and open to the public, with 7 exhibitions per year. Learn more about High Street Gallery.Dayton International Peace MuseumFounded in 2004, the Dayton International Peace Museum is the only museum in the US dedicated to peace honoring the 1995 Dayton Peace Accords that ended war in Bosnia. Located in downtown Dayton, the museum is housed in the Issac Pollack House, a 3 story historic structure built in 1877. Its mission is to inspire a local, national, and international culture of peaceDayton International Peace Museum raises awareness of nonviolent strategies for achieving peace now and in the future. Learn more about Dayton International Peace Museum.SunWatch Archeological CenterIntertwining culture and history, SunWatch Archeological Center allows you to journey back in time to discover Dayton’s earliest neighborhood! SunWatch is the site of an 800-year-old American Indian Village situated along the banks of the Great Miami River. Discovered by local amateur archaeologists, the site has been excavated and studied since 1968, and was opened to the public in 1989. SunWatch features an Interpretive Center and reconstructed Village, as well as prairie with native grasses and other plantsLearn more about SunWatch Archeological Center.K12 Gallery & TejasIf you’re looking for a way to unleash your creative side - then you definitely will want to check out the K12 Gallery & TEJAS located in the heart of Dayton at 341 S. Jefferson Street. The K12 Gallery & Tejas is an artist-centered regional visual arts center offering art classes, in school and after school hands-on making programs, summer art camps, field trips, professional exhibitions, public art, workshops, community outreach, and art parties for all ages.  Professional artists also lead low-income students, youth on probation, adults with disabilities, prisoners, and survivors of violence achieve equal access to experience the educational and healing quality of the arts.Learn more about K12 Gallery & Tejas.AVRO carIs it a bird, plane or is it a flying saucer? Maybe it’s the AVRO Car! The Avrocar was a vertical take off and landing aircraft (VTOL) built in 1959 as part of a secret U.S. military project carried out in the early years of the Cold War. In the air, the Avrocar distinctly resembled a flying saucer. Two prototypes were built as “proof-of-concept” test vehicles, before building a more advanced USAF fighter. Though the Avrocar was made to fly up to 190 km/h and it was believed with some modifications the project was salvageable, funding ran out and the project was canceled in September 1961. Scheduled for restoration and display at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center the Avrocar has been loaned to the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. The reproduction was prepared for the 2002 TV production, Avrocar: Saucer Secrets from the Past. Learn more about AVRO CAR.GemCity MarketNew to the Dayton area is the area’s first grocery cooperative! Located on Salem avenue, Gem City Market has an honorable mission to serve, engage, and empower our neighborhoods by providing affordable, high quality food in a clean and welcoming environment. Unlike typical grocery stores that are owned privately, grocery cooperatives offer community members / shoppers the opportunity to have ownership in the cooperative, and in doing so, provide input into products sold and the representing board. Learn more about GemCity Market.Sources:https://gemcitymarket.com/https://k12tejasgallery.org/https://www.atlasobscura.com/things-to-do/dayton-ohiohttps://daytonpeacemuseum.org/https://daytondsa.org/gallery Continue reading →

Often times when we think of the holidays, we think of trimming the tree, spending time with friends and family, and crossing items off our Christmas lists for our friends and family. However, just as we consider the perfect gifts to put under the tree, it's also a great time to consider giving back to the community. As we know, 2020 has been a challenging year for many across the Miami-Valley region. With COVID-19 not only threatening our health, but our sense of security and livelihoods. In May, 41 percent of small businesses surveyed by the U.S. Census Bureau said they had experienced a large negative effect from the pandemic and another 46 percent said it had a moderate negative effect (Dayton Daily News, 2020). In July, a separate report found the Dayton area endured more than 100 permanent business closures between March 1 and July 10 (Dayton Business Journal, 2020). While unfortunately, we don’t have the ability to control the future, we do have the power to make a difference with our purchases this holiday season. Changing from purchasing a gift or two from a national retailer to a local retailer can truly help make a difference to a local business and to our economy. Here are a few items you might want to add to your list to help support our local Dayton businesses, and our local economy to help keep #DaytonStrong:The Art LoverAR Workshop Dayton Art Institute Museum Art Has No Rules The Fashion LoverBrim on Fifth Shop After 5 Clothing Beauty by Dani Clash Dayton YaytoondayThe Wine & Spirits LoversDayton Wine Bar A Taste of Wine Belle of Dayton Dayton Barrel WorksThe HomebodyRestoration Botanicals, our very own Leslie Teculve, Property Management Specialist Loc'd N Scent Eclectic EssentialsThe Sports LoverDayton Dragons Dayton Flyers Wright State RaidersThe FoodieCake Hope and Love (Curbside pickup available Scratch Food (Delivery) Wheat Penny (Gift Card Available) Meadowlark (Gift Card Available) Bellbrook Chocolates (Curbside pickup available) Esther Price ChocolatesThe Music LoverOmega Music Dayton Assemble the perfect playlist from local artists (Delivery)Other Great Organizations to Support One Bistro Dayton Live Dayton Theatre GuildSources"More than 100 Businesses Permanently Closed", Dayton Business Journal, 2020"Dayton Region Small Businesses Continue to Struggle", Dayton Daily News, 2020

If you’re looking for a fun way to get in shape, take your workout outdoors. In fact, exercising outdoors provides benefits the traditional gym workout does not — and just 30 to 40 minutes of exercise a few times a […]

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game using a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers called “geocaches.” Dozens of geocaches are hidden throughout Five Rivers MetroParks. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, […]

The Wagtown Trail offers dog lovers easy access to supplies, resting places, and spaces to relax with their pooches while connecting with downtown Dayton. The proposed date of completion is summer 2020 to cut the ribbon on the project and […]

Starting August 6th, The Miami Valley’s favorite fine arts festival is back for a 32nd year with artists from across the country and live artist interviews, demonstrations, kids’ activities and more…all exclusively online! Find out more at https://bit.ly/31nHuY3

Gem City has been shining for quite some time. Founded in 1765, Dayton, Ohio has served as a stage for history. From the Wright Brother’s hometown innovations to the historic flood of 1913, this city has many stories to tell. […]

The long wait is nearly over! The Dayton Art Institute, closed since March 13 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will reopen to the public on Friday, July 17. The museum will reopen with limited hours of 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on […]

Let’s roll! Dayton Bike Share has officially re-launched a software that runs to control the check-out process of the green bikes and the 100 new e-bikes (or electric-assist bikes) that are here. More info at www.LinkDayton.org