January 9, 2024
MetroParks Ice Rink hosts new Family Day Skates and popular favorites through March 1
Read MoreOffering 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 […]
Guest blogger: Vince McKelvey, Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation President and community volunteer Five Rivers MetroParks celebrated its 60th anniversary this year. The park district began in 1963 with a group of committed citizens who saw the pressing need to protect our natural areas from development. Today, the park district protects and manages 16,676 acres at […]
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 […]
Five Rivers MetroParks has named the winners of its seventh annual OUTstanding Teacher Award, created to honor Dayton-area teachers who engage students with the outdoors. Rising Star (less than 10 years): Katie Guirnalda, Primary Village North As the Nature Specialist at Primary Village North, Katie Guirnalda brings outdoor learning experiences to around 600 kindergarten and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The countdown to the holidays has started, and the race is on to cross everyone off your shopping list. From stocking stuffers to special family gifts, Five Rivers MetroParks has a variety of gifting suggestions for the holiday season that also promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Check out MetroParks’ staff picks for holiday gifts below: […]
It’s Christmas at Carriage Hill MetroPark this Saturday, December 9 at the historical farm. Enjoy special demonstrations during the day and the evening. While these events are free and for all ages, we do hope (if you are able) to bring a canned or packaged food item to donated to the Foodbank for a Holiday […]
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 […]
