MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for April
Updated March 31st, 2024
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 […]
New Market event offers special after-hours shopping, dining opportunities
Updated March 30th, 2024
The 2nd Street Market is extending its hours on certain Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM as part of Sunset at the Market: a bimonthly occasion with themed evenings with seasonal programming. Nearly all the Market’s indoor vendors will be on site during the following dates: April 11 June 13 August 8 October 10 December […]
Understanding Leave No Trace in Your MetroParks
Updated March 28th, 2024
Spring is here, and that means a lot more people are about to head out to enjoy their local MetroPark. Are you making plans on heading out for a hike or a ride? Here are a few outdoor principles from Leave No Trace, an organization on a mission to ensure a sustainable future for the […]
Women’s History Month – Meet the Women of Five Rivers MetroParks
Updated March 28th, 2024
In honor of Women’s History Month, we profile some of Five Rivers MetroParks’ female employees who keep your parks beautiful, safe and open year-round. Amy Kennedy has worked for MetroParks for almost 10 years, currently as lead horticulture technician at RiverScape MetroPark. Her job is to train all new horticulture staff and take care […]
Paint-A-Park Gallery: Cox Arboretum MetroPark, March 2024
Published March 22, 2024
This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program in Cox Arboretum, March 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 people from all over our region […]
Grandma Gatewood, One of Ohio’s Most Famous Hikers
Published March 22, 2024
Emma Rowena Caldwell Gatewood, known as “Grandma Gatewood,” is considered a thru-hiking pioneer, one of America’s most famous hikers and a great ambassador for the Appalachian Trail. She is credited for helping save the nation’s foremost trail. She also helped build the Buckeye Trail, Ohio’s 1,444-mile long-distance hiking trail that circumnavigates the state – and […]
Outdoor exploration for all abilities
Published March 20, 2024
Each individual experiences the outside world differently and brings a unique perspective on how to enjoy the natural world – a sentiment local mom and MetroParks human resources and volunteer manager Jenny Hymans often reminds those around her. What started with a tiny speck of light on an ultrasound turned into a long journey for […]
Supporting Five Rivers MetroParks is a family affair for the Josephs
Published March 20, 2024
Five Rivers MetroParks has always been near and dear to the hearts of longtime Oregon District residents Katie and Russ Joseph. When their 15-year-old son, Eli, was born it became a family affair. “One of our greatest memories was our first Bike to Work Day pancake breakfast with Eli at RiverScape MetroPark. He must have […]
Hike your way to heart health with the MetroParks Trails Challenge
Published March 20, 2024
Now that the weather is warming and there are more hours of daylight, it’s a great time to start a new wellness journey. Engaging in healthy activities outdoors provides a boost of benefits that indoor workout sessions do not, such as decreased stress and increased vitamin D and heart health. Indeed, heart disease is the […]
Lucy’s Pastry Palace, March Market Programs and Sunset at the Market Series
Updated March 14th, 2024
Lucy’s Pastry Palace Grand Opening at the 2nd Street Market Lucy’s Pastry Palace now has a permanent booth at the 2nd Street Market. They will celebrate their grand opening this Saturday, March 16. Introduced to authentic Armenian pastries since childhood, Owner Tamara Cerovcevic passion for baking led her to search for a way to share […]
