Living more sustainably in the New Year
Updated December 15th, 2023
Many of people start the New Year with health-focused resolutions, such as integrating more healthy foods into their diets and creating a consistent exercise regimen. Part of supporting a healthy lifestyle means creating a healthy living environment. Making sustainable choices at home can help you and the planet — win, win! Recycle Right: Curbside recycling […]
6 tips to tackle your New Year’s resolutions outdoors this year
Updated December 14th, 2023
The new year has many people feeling the pressure to improve their lives by adopting new habits. “New Year, new you,” is the common trope associated with resolutions, although studies show that 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail. So, rather than “new year, new you,” perhaps think, “new year, new habits” — and look to […]
There’s still time to shop small for the holidays
Published December 14, 2023
Shopping small this holiday season is simple at the 2nd Street Market. The diversity of vendor offerings allows you to shop for everyone on your list all on one location – plus treat yourself to lunch and a little gift for yourself. Here are just a few of the 2nd Street Market’s vendor suggestions for […]
DIY Artisan Night Event, Tree Rentals, Santa visits the Market and more
Published December 13, 2023
Artisan Night DIY Workshops, Dec. 14, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM The 2nd Street Market will host an evening of DIY artisan workshops. Get hands-on this holiday season and treat yourself or your loved ones with a one-of-a-kind gift. With help from the Market’s vendors, you can enjoy an evening of crafting, creating and […]
Top gift picks that will send your loved ones on an adventure
Published December 8, 2023
The countdown to the holidays has started, and the race is on to cross everyone off your shopping list. From stocking stuffers to special family gifts, Five Rivers MetroParks has a variety of gifting suggestions for the holiday season that also promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Check out MetroParks’ staff picks for holiday gifts below: […]
Celebrate the holidays at Carriage Hill MetroPark this Saturday
Published December 7, 2023
It’s Christmas at Carriage Hill MetroPark this Saturday, December 9 at the historical farm. Enjoy special demonstrations during the day and the evening. While these events are free and for all ages, we do hope (if you are able) to bring a canned or packaged food item to donated to the Foodbank for a Holiday […]
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition: Environmental Research – Saturday, February 3, 1 PM
Published December 4, 2023
Five Rivers Metroparks (FRMP) invites you to a Three Minute Thesis Competition University students will have 3-minute presentations about their environmental research projects and only 1 PowerPoint slide. Come learn about local research! Registration is free on MetroParks.org, but spots are limited. Cox Arboretum MetroPark 5/3rd Conference Room 6733 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45449 The […]
Winter Activities for Everyone at Five Rivers MetroParks’ Ice Rink
Published November 30, 2023
This winter, the MetroParks Ice Rink at RiverScape MetroPark will host numerous events, including the first Holiday Mini Market this Saturday, Dec. 2. Offering a safe, family-friendly experience for skaters of all ages, the MetroParks Ice Rink is the region’s largest outdoor ice rink. It offers beautiful views of the Great Miami River in downtown […]
Public invited to nominate educators for MetroParks’ OUTstanding Teacher Awards
Published November 27, 2023
Starting Dec. 1, Five Rivers MetroParks is accepting nominations for its eighth annual OUTStanding Teacher Award. Nominations are open to greater Dayton-area classroom educators who teach any subject from pre-K through high school. Nominations are due Jan 31, 2024. A winner will be selected from each of the following categories: Rising Star (less than 10 […]
Save money and the planet on Secondhand Sunday
Published November 21, 2023
You’ve likely heard of Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, but the Sunday following the two-day shopping frenzy ends with an invitation to craft, create and discover gently used items for yourself or others. Secondhand Sunday is the perfect occasion to save money and make sustainable choices when it comes to the holiday season. In […]
