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Turkey Contest: How to win a Local, Antibiotic Free, Free Range, Non-GMO Thanksgiving Turkey.
Veterans Day Events 2023
Honor our military heroes of yesterday and today during several Veteran's Day events around the Dayton area.
Dayton artists selected for 8/4 Oregon District Memorial
The 8-4 Memorial Committee has announced the selection of the team that will create a memorial in the Oregon District in honor of the tragic events that occurred on August 4, 2019.
Meet new American artists at New American Artist Exhibit reception
The Dayton-area community is invited to help Welcome Dayton kick-off the New American Artist Exhibit on Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Dayton Metro Library.
First Friday: November - Dayton Holiday Festival Countdown Edition
The season of celebration and giving is quickly approaching and you can start holiday celebrations a little bit early at the November 3 First Friday!
Holiday shopping returns to the Dayton Arcade
The popular holiday shopping event 'Holly Days' returns to the Dayton Arcade December 6, 7, & 8.
Remembering Dr. Creep
Though he passed away back in 2011, the presence of Barry Lee Hobart, better known as Dr. Creep, is still felt by many, especially around Halloween.
The story behind Frankenstein's Castle at Hills & Dales
Closed in 1967, mysterious tales about the tower at Hills & Dales still persist, but what is the real story?
5 Haunted Places Around Dayton
Mysterious local tales that will give you the chills. Could these be the most haunted places around Dayton?
Free family event at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark this weekend
Free family event celebrates harvest season, Metropark's 50th anniversary-Saturday, Oct. 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
Annual Bazaar to Feature Polar Expess
Angel House Bazaar will feature 30+ artisans and a Winter Wonderland/Polar Express train display. Profits will help pay for the school bus for Angel House Children's Home Tanzania, Africa
MetroParks' Outdoor Experience returns this weekend
The region's premier outdoor adventure festival returns to Dayton this Fall - Enjoy outdoor activities, live entertainment, competitions and much more.
Five Rivers MetroParks looking for volunteers for Make a Difference Day
Five Rivers MetroParks will host its annual fall service day, Make a Difference Day on Saturday, Oct. 28. Register online by Friday, Oct. 27.
First Friday: October - Festive Fall Edition
There's a chill in the air, are you ready for the fall edition of First Friday? October 6 marks another night to be out and about downtown!
2023 Call For Artist Vendors: A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival
Artists are welcome to apply to be an artist vendor at this year's Holiday Arts Festival!
The Sunflower Field in Yellow Springs now in bloom
9/29/23 - The popular 30-acre Sunflower Field in Yellow Springs is almost in full bloom! Enjoy these delightful beauties while you can!
Dayton Searching for Courthouse Square Christmas Tree
The Dayton Holiday Festival committee is searching for a Holiday Tree that will be the centerpiece of Courthouse Square this Christmas.
Dayton Art Institute Seeking Oktoberfest Volunteers
The Dayton Art Institute is seeking community volunteers for its 2023 annual Oktoberfest, taking place September 22-24.
Gem City Black Business Hop in Dayton this weekend
Guests can explore participating businesses with a free shuttle - The 2023 Black Business Hop is Saturday, August 26
10 Reasons to enjoy GermanFest Picnic this weekend
Germanfest has been voted #3 festival in the region - but what is it that keeps festival goers coming back?
