Events & Programs
Paint-A-Park Gallery: Germantown MetroPark, January 2024
Published January 27, 2024
This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program at the Twin Valley Welcome Center in Germantown MetroPark, January 2024. The Paint-A-Park program helps to amplify voices and perspectives that often go unheard by giving all participants the opportunity to share their art on our digital gallery. Each piece submitted is a representation of what […]
Friday Lunch Hour Programs, Annual CSA Fair, Sunset at the Market, Valentine’s Dine & Skate
Published January 25, 2024
Friday lunch hour programs at the 2nd Street Market The 2nd Street Market regularly hosts a variety of fun and informative series during the Friday lunch hour. Join us each Friday for a variety of different topics of interest. Friday lunch hour series are free and include: Family Storytime with FRMP educator Suzy Kruger. Suzy […]
MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for February
Published January 17, 2024
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to lifelong learners, in addition to MetroParks must-dos, sustainability tips and information on what’s growing in the parks this month. Take a deeper dive into your areas of interest by signing up for MetroParks’ email newsletters and following Five Rivers MetroParks […]
MetroParks Ice Rink hosts new Family Day Skates and popular favorites through March 1
Published January 9, 2024
Offering a safe, family-friendly experience for skaters of all ages, the MetroParks Ice Rink will host new Family Skate Days and themed skate nights this winter at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. Family Skate Days are on select Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Each has a family friendly theme with additional off-the-ice activities […]
Paint-A-Park Gallery: Cox Arboretum MetroPark, December 2023
Updated December 26th, 2023
This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program at Cox Arboretum MetroPark in December 2023. The Paint-A-Park program helps to amplify voices and perspectives that often go unheard by giving all participants the opportunity to share their art on our digital gallery. Each piece submitted is a representation of what people from all over […]
The Holidays are here at the MetroParks Ice Rink
Published December 21, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means extra opportunities to skate at the region’s largest ice rink! From Dec. 22 through Jan. 5, we will be offering extended hours; so, grab your friends and family for fun days filled with skating and holiday magic. The RiverScape Café will be open during rink […]
MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for January
Published December 18, 2023
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to lifelong learners, in addition to MetroParks must-dos, sustainability tips and information on what’s growing in the parks this month. Take a deeper dive into your areas of interest by signing up for MetroParks’ email newsletters and following Five Rivers MetroParks […]
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 […]
