As we enter the calm after a busy holiday season, a lesser know holiday could be included on the calendar. Everyone thinks of showing gratitude and thanks in November with the celebration of Thanksgiving. Yet, on Jan. 11, it’s...
Every once in a while, I'll nostalgically start a sentence with "Back in the 90s, we used to..." as I'd explain what a floppy disk was, phone booths, and roll-up windows to my kids. Over this winter, we've started...
I love the cuteness and fun that can comes from the Elf on the Shelf. I've seen some creative ideas and very put-together shenanigans for family elves. I think the Elf saved some marriages during COVID, as families found...
For whatever undisclosed reason, Dec. 17 is the day we celebrate those of us that are twins. I am happy to be one. I look forward to celebrating whatever in general (I don't need a reason to celebrate!), but...
Looking for the perfect Christmas outing for the whole family - grandparents included?! Just look down I-75 to Middletown, and it's all there!! We got the chance to check out their drive-thru Christmas lights on opening weekend and then...
I'm sure everyone will disagree with my rankings of the seasons of American Horror Story, and that is totally fine by me! It'll be fun to get some great conversation going on about a series that has polarized audiences...
We've asked our readers and our team to help us round up the best holiday lights in Greater Dayton this year! Here is your guide....Land of Illusions' Christmas Glow – Christmas Drive-Thru is here to create memories and celebrate...
When I was reading about this month, this particular day stood out immediately. Some of these days in life, things are just not going well. Your coworkers might even say, "Wow, you look tired..." (which doesn't make it better,...
Once the calendar page flips over to November, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season with thinking about cooking Thanksgiving food, wrapping Christmas presents and planning activities like looking at Christmas...
My kids' dad had a baby and is getting married soon. I'm glad the kids are excited, though things seem very rushed to me. As long as they're happy, I'm happy.
In the advent of the news, my son was...
When I was growing up (maybe I'm aging myself!), we didn't have technology as a factor in how we grew up. I think since technology has developed so quickly, our ability to develop our parenting strategies with it really...
I have precious memories of my mom playing piano.
The melodies she played echo in my heart as I think about my childhood, and they remain a soundtrack to those memories.
My brothers and I all took piano lessons and practiced...
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. A friend introduced me to the cause and my curiosity led me to the internet to learn more, where I discover a ribbon. There are many variations of the loss awareness...
Greater Dayton and Southwest Ohio have a TON to offer for the Halloween season for those of all ages. However, if you're looking for a fun date night, moms night out, or spooky adventure with the bigger kids... Land...
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Dayton Dozen Events :: 12 Months of Things to Do {2025}
Looking for fun and family-friendly things to do in the Gem City? We've got your Dayton Dozen events roundup of things to do each...
