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MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for November

Updated October 28th, 2024

GET OUT & EXPLORE YOUR METROPARKS For more than 60 years, Five Rivers MetroParks has been connecting people with nature by providing clean, safe outdoor spaces that support the public’s physical, emotional and mental health. You can learn more about exploring your MetroParks and get involved by: Volunteering with Five Rivers MetroParks Learning more about […]

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RiverScape: Ice Rink Opening Weekend and Community Fitness at the Market

Updated October 20th, 2024

Thank You Visitors! Whether you were here for a Summer Music Series concert, participated in a fitness class, attended a festival, or just came to enjoy the park, thank you for spending time with us. We hope to see all of you this winter as we get ready for ice skating! Stay tuned to our […]

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End of Outdoor Market Season, Community Fitness, Pumpkin Decorating & Trick or Treat at the Market

Updated October 17th, 2024

2024 Outdoor Market Winds Down, Indoor Market Available Year-Round Sunday, Oct. 27 marks the end of our outdoor market season. A special thank you to all the growers, specialty food and artisan vendors who attended this year and the patrons who supported them. The outdoor market will return May 2025, but in the meantime the […]

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Join MetroParks for a free, family-friendly harvest celebration

Published September 30, 2024

Five Rivers MetroParks welcomes visitors to explore the harvest season outdoors during Fall Family Adventure on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave. Supported by the Wegerzyn Gardens Foundation, Fall Family Adventure offers a mix of traditional festival fun and hands-on educational opportunities that highlight how […]

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National Farmers Market Week, Sunset at the Market and more

Updated July 30th, 2024

National Farmers Market Week Celebration – August 4 – 10 Now in its 25th year, this annual celebration highlights the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. With fun events, programs, contests, activities and more, the week helps to boost market attendance and visibility as well as highlight the value markets bring […]

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A taste of summer in your Five Rivers MetroParks

Published July 25, 2024

Mid-summer means it’s time to savor a variety of in-season produce. Growing season is also a great opportunity to learn about the importance of fresh, locally grown food – which is also less taxing on the environment. MetroParks is home to many vegetable gardens, including Carriage Hill MetroPark’s heirloom garden and Possum Creek MetroPark’s demonstration […]

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Paint-A-Park Gallery: Wesleyan MetroPark, June 2024

Published July 12, 2024

This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program in Wesleyan MetroPark, June 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 […]

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MetroParks Monthly: Programs & Events for July

Updated July 1st, 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 […]

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Celtic Festival, cool family fun and live music this July at RiverScape

Published June 27, 2024

The United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival returns of RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave in downtown Dayton, on Friday, July 26, from 5:30 to 11 p.m. One of the region’s largest summer events, festivities including a 5/10K race, live music, dancing and more, and will continue through the weekend, ending Sunday, July 28 at […]

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Paint-A-Park Gallery: Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, June 2024

Published June 21, 2024

This gallery collects artist submissions from the Paint-A-Park program in Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, June 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 […]

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