Shop Local Produce, Diversity, and Father’s Day at the 2nd Street Market
Updated June 9th, 2023
Fresh produce highlights at the Outdoor Market The growing season is underway with local farmers bringing an array of early summer produce throughout the month of June. Rhubarb, strawberries, and green onions are coming in from Garber Farm. Spinach, garlic, and snap peas from Pay it Forward Farms CSA will be stocked with collard and […]
Paint-A-Park Gallery: Island MetroPark, June 2023
Published June 6, 2023
This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program at Island MetroPark in June 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 our […]
Safe ways to cool down in your MetroParks
Updated June 5th, 2023
While there is no swimming in your Five Rivers MetroParks, there are still opportunities for you to splash on hot days. Visit one of the following locations for a cool down now through Labor Day: Island MetroPark (101 E. Helena St., Dayton): This park features both a traditional playground and a sprayground. Park hours are […]
MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for June
Updated June 5th, 2023
Below you’ll find a list of programs and events for all ages, from children to life-long 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 […]
The Summer Music Series at RiverScape MetroPark starts this week
Published May 31, 2023
Five Rivers MetroParks’ Summer Music Series, presented by Enterprise Roofing, begins on Friday, June 2 at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. in downtown Dayton. These free concerts under the RiverScape pavilion are for all ages and are hosted on select Thursdays and Fridays through August. June’s concerts are: Friday, June 2, from 6 to […]
Sustainability starts in the kitchen
Published May 30, 2023
by MetroParks sustainability coordinator Tim Pritchard Food systems are a significant driver of climate change, as there is a high carbon footprint associated with conventional agriculture, transportation, storage, preparation/service and disposal. Project Drawdown illustrates reducing food waste as a top priority for mitigating climate change on their table of solutions. It’s an important topic and […]
Become a leader on the water with ACA Kayaking Certifications
Published May 30, 2023
Five Rivers MetroParks will host three American Canoe Association trainings this summer, all of which include a combination of on-water instruction and outdoor classroom instruction. Join us to help promote a more safety-conscious and engaged community of paddlers throughout the region. ACA Kayak Level 1: Intro to Kayaking June 16 – 18 at Eastwood MetroPark […]
Paint-A-Park Gallery: Sugarcreek MetroPark, May 2023
Published May 26, 2023
This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program at Sugarcreek MetroPark in May 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 our […]
Get to Know Your New MetroParks CEO
Published May 25, 2023
Karen Hesser began her tenure as chief executive officer at Five Rivers MetroParks on May 1. She is no stranger to the agency, as she’s been with MetroParks for more than a decade, serving as the director of park services and legislative affairs and most recently as chief of operations. The staff at MetroParks want […]
Love your life jacket
Updated May 24th, 2023
Memorial Day is just around the corner, which means many people will be itching to get out on the water. No matter how experienced you are at paddling, you can take important actions to ensure you have a safe, fun experience on the water. This week – National Safe Boating Week – we invite you […]
