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Everyone has a favorite hobby. At MetroParks, we have a host of educational programs tailored to fit your interests from art & crafts to cooking, natural foods to home decorating. Check out our latest offerings.
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Thu 05/01 - 06/26
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 		ONGOING: Jewelry Demonstration

Anna Lemons demonstrates her unique skill as a jewelry designer. Drop by her booth located at the east end of the market from 11 AM to 3 PM every Thursday.

National City 2nd Street Market All agesFree
Fri 05/02 - 06/27
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 		ONGOING: Pottery Demonstration

Friendly Jon Graham demonstrates his excellent quality hand-thrown pottery every Friday at his booth next to the Flower Man from 11 AM - 3 PM. Stop by and take a turn at his wheel!

National City 2nd Street Market All agesFree
  05/25
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 		Home Brewing and Demonstration for Adults

Home Brew experts Donna Lynn and Brian Johnson will discuss the history, equipment, procedures, ingredients and recipes for brewing your own beer. Fee covers the cost of materials and take home samples. Program begins at 1:00 PM. Meet at Education Building. Reservations required and limited, visit metroparks.org or call 937-276-7062.

Possum Creek MetroPark All ages$10.00
Sat 05/31
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 		Living With Mother Earth: Eating Seasonally & Locally

Early summer brings wonderful fresh produce. We'll enjoy delicate sweet peas, tender lettuce and spinach and many more goodies, Bring your appetite, a recipe to share, and go home with a smile and a great new set of recipes for the season. Reservations are requested and walk-ins are welcome. Call 277-6545. We'll meet in the Wegerzyn kitchen.

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark All agesFree
Sat 06/07
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 		Herb Program: Herbal Cleaning Products

Learn how to make gentle and effective cleaning products for your home using herbs.

Carriage Hill MetroPark All agesFree
Past Activities
The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call (937) 275-PARK to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
Cooking & Food:
  • Winter Herbs
  • Maple Sugaring in Your Own Backyard
  • Frozen Fruit Jams
  • Bread Making for Kids
  • Breads from Around the World
  • Tea & Tastings
  • Recipe Swaps
  • Wine appreciation and the Grape
  • Herb Program: Herbal Vinegar
Arts & Crafts: -
  • Demonstrating the Garden Art of Soap Making Workshop
  • Organic Fibers: Renewable & Healthy
  • Sketching Workshops
  • Autumn & Winter Wreath-making
Cooking & Food:
  • Winter Herbs
  • Maple Sugaring in Your Own Backyard
  • Frozen Fruit Jams
  • Bread Making for Kids
  • Breads from Around the World
  • Tea & Tastings
  • Recipe Swaps
  • Wine appreciation and the Grape
  • Herb Program: Herbal Vinegar
Home Remedies
  • Root to Health: Using Plants and Foods for Optimum Health and Disease Prevention
Clubs
The greater Dayton area and surrounding region is privileged to have dozens of home & hobby oriented clubs, many of which meet at Five Rivers MetroParks facilities. Contact these clubs to find more area residents interested in your favorite hobby:
  • Dayton Stamp Club
  • Designarama (study of contemporary design)
  • Dulcimer Society
  • Ikebana Int'l. (Japanese culture & flower arranging)
  • Ohara School (Japanese flower arranging)
  • Wright Flyers Remote Control Club
 
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