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Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast.

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Bike to work on May 17, 2024 and let us treat you to a delicious pancake breakfast at RiverScape MetroPark from 7 to 9 AM. Enjoy flying pancakes, live music, meet fellow cyclists, learn about community cycling resources and how you can be kinder to the environment by opting to bike to work.

You can save time and get to the pancakes sooner by pre-registering your ride. You will need to check-in when you arrive. The first 500 riders to check-in will receive a free gift. Pre-registration is not required and will be accepted on site.

Free Fitness Class with DCDC

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Get fit the DCDC way. You’ve seen the dancers, and their phenomenal displays of strength and endurance. Now you can benefit from the fitness training these artist/athletes receive. Based on Tabata, classes are suitable for all levels of experience, body type and facility. Classes are conducted by members of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company.
Photo credit: Andy Snow

Free BootyMix Fitness

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BootyMix is a mixture of booty-centric experiences that make you feel alive and give you the confidence to take back your life through community, movement, and music. You’ll leave class with a better sense of self worth and honor your body for what it can do. Your mind will be refreshed so you can walk out into the world with a new perspective and confidence to chase those big dreams

Immortal Tree Qigong w/ Monica

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Qigong is one of the five pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine and an ancient Taoist practice for feeling and moving the energy inside your body.  In fact, the word “Qigong” means “Master of Energy” or “the skill of working with energy”.  Immortal Tree Qigong classes will be guided movement meditations to help you connect to your own inner energy, to feel it, to move it, to explore it and to cherish it… and then to see your inner energy as a microcosm of the energy of Nature.  Each class will be taught as an in-body-ment of the season, weather, moon phase, and time of day with plenty of options for exploration so YOU can find your own unique connection to Nature and find Your Way (Tao) through this practice.

RiverScape Free festivals and Fitness Opportunities

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Five Rivers MetroParks kicks off festival season this May, along with free fitness opportunities and special events at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. in downtown Dayton.

Special events this May include MetroParks’ Passport to MetroParks on Friday, May 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly festival is an opportunity to preview all the happenings in Five Rivers MetroParks this summer, from cultural festivals to MetroParks’ programs. Learn more at www.metroparks.org/passport.

On Friday, May 17, from 7 to 9 a.m., Five Rivers MetroParks will host its annual National Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast. Participants are encouraged to bike to this free, pancake-flipping breakfast featuring live music, a cycling expo and more. Learn more at www.metroparks.org/bikemonth.

 

MetroParks has free fitness offerings featuring high impact group workouts, mindfully-focused programs and dance fitness. Free fitness classes include Fitness in the Park’s yoga and Zumba classes, which are presented byKettering Health with additional sponsorship from McGohan Brabender.

May’s fitness schedule is:

Participants should remember to bring their own mat to yoga, in addition to a reusable water bottle to all fitness classes. Registration is not required. Check metroparks.org/programs for the entire fitness schedule.

Other happenings in May at RiverScape MetroPark include:

 

The Fountain Snack Bar will open Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25 and offer snacks and cool treats, such as ice cream and cold drinks. Hours of operation are:

  • Noon to 6 p.m. – Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
  • Noon to 8 p.m. – Tuesdays through Saturdays

 

The RiverScape Café has a soft opening on Thursday, April 25 and will offer a new menu, including appetizers, flatbreads and desserts. Because RiverScape MetroPark is part of the DORA footprint, visitors can also enjoy a variety of beer, wine and hard seltzers. Hours through May 30 are Thursdays, from 5 to 8 p.m., with additional hours starting June 4.

Because RiverScape MetroPark is included in the Downtown Dayton Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area(DORA) footprint, people walking in the downtown area are welcome to visit the park with their beverages within the DORA boundary. Learn more about DORA and participating businesses – including RiverScape MetroPark – at www.downtowndayton.org/dora.

The interactive fountains and Five Rivers Fountain of Lights will operate from Memorial Day weekend, May 27, to Labor Day, Sept. 2. The Five Rivers Fountain of Lights operates for 10-minute intervals at the top of the hour during the weekdays from 6:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m. and during weekends from 10:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m. Splash in the interactive fountains daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. These features are weather dependent and may close due to inclement weather, including high winds. For a complete list of MetroParks’ closures, please visit metroparks.org/alerts.

Save the date for kayaking rentals provided by Taiters Kayak Solutions beginning June 4. Tuesday, June 4 also kicks off new Tuesday Nights in the Park, which feature a rotating selection of entertainment such as cornhole tournaments, live music and music Bingo.

Cat Yoga at SICSA

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Join SICSA for Cat Yoga on Saturday, April 27th. The class will take place from 11:00AM to 12:00PM and is open to yogis of all abilities! Throughout the class, some of SICSA’s adoptable cats will roam about the room, adding some extra fun and cuteness to the class. It’s a purrr-fect way to start your Saturday!

 

This class will be led by Maureen Warren. Maureen is a RYT 200 Yoga Teacher and has been practicing for over 20 years. She teaches weekly classes at Exhale Yoga Spa in Kettering, and at Sukha Inspired Yoga in Englewood. Maureen focuses on creating a calm and supportive atmosphere for students of all levels and is excited to combine her love of yoga with her love of SICSA!

 

*Please plan to bring your own yoga mat or blanket.

Full Moon Hike

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No registration required – FREE
Discover the magic of hiking at night when the full moon lights the way. Will you see glowing eyes? Hear the hoot of an owl? Join us to experience nature at night…
Well-behaved dogs are encouraged to attend with their owners. Water is encouraged.

Spring Into Health 5K

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The 15th annual Spring Into Health 5K will take place on Sunday, April 14 at Kettering College.
All race finishers will be entered in a drawing for a door prize. Those who register for the race by March 31 are guaranteed a t-shirt.
Register for the race here: https://bit.ly/3IhbF93
The event is a fundraiser for The Big Brothers Big Sisters Miami Valley and the Kettering Health Young Professionals Group.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a prominent youth mentoring organization that pairs adult volunteers with children in one-to-one relationships, providing mentorship and support to help children reach their full potential. Founded in 1960, the organization aims to positively impact the lives of young people by fostering meaningful connections and promoting positive development.

Free Boxing Class!

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Join us for another upbeat boxing class presented by Title Boxing Club Kettering!
»Enjoy a FREE 60min class consisting of shadowboxing and HIIT/strength exercises.
»Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/uCXw5KF8RHZwMxdN7
(RSVP is not required to attend, but is appreciated for a headcount)
»Participants will receive a 10% off coupon to use on their next purchase!
»Please bring your own mat, we can only provide a limited number. Water will be provided!
A word from Title Boxing Club:
Box More, Stress Less
At TITLE Boxing Club Kettering, we aim to honor the sport of boxing in the right way. Inspired by a true boxer’s workout, our signature boxing class uses every part of the body. By teaching you not just how to punch but how to box, you’re guaranteed to get the best workout possible with us.
Our authentic boxing classes incorporate skill and technique while keeping every workout fun. The full body workout will increase your endurance, breathing control, and ability to gain mental clarity.
Whichever boxing fitness class you choose, our Kettering clubs will get your heart pumping with a thoughtful progression of warm-up drills, shadowboxing, HIIT exercises, 3-minute rounds of boxing and strength work.
Over everything, TITLE Boxing Club Kettering is dedicated to showing people of all ages, shapes, and abilities that there is no feeling like boxing! A feeling of confidence that you can take with you anywhere you go and in everything you do!

April Fool’s Day 5k

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We are not kidding! It may be a fools errand, but come start your 5K season in Miamisburg! It’s a fun and festive event for the whole family! Sign up by March 17 to guarantee your shirt will be 50/50 cotton poly blend t-shirt for the event that will start and end in Community Park.  All participants will receive a finisher medal!

 

Photos and Results – Available at Speedy-Feet.com after the race.

 

On-site Check-In – from 4:30pm to 6:00pm.  Race Start at 6:00pm.  Runners will stay to the right on the path at the start and finish, run up the coned lane on Vanguard and the return on the sidewalk.

Bicycle Touring in the Miami Valley

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Have you ever thought about going on a bicycle touring trip, but aren’t sure where to start? In this program, learn about opportunities right here in the Miami Valley to take a trip on your bicycle. We’ll cover local routes, resources and where to stay.

  • REGISTRATION OPTIONS:Registration required
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 03-26-24

reawaken – a day yoga retreat

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Join Dana, Christina and Shelley as we channel the energy of the Spring Equinox to inspire new beginnings during an exciting day of uplifting Spring activities! ✨
The day will consist of…
🎶 All-Levels Yoga with Live Music
☕️ A Cacao Ceremony
💚 A Gratitude Practice using the Maltyox Method
🌷 Inspiring & Uplifting Spring Focused Workshops
🍴 A Spring Feast by Hidden Valley Orchards
The retreat will be held in the beautiful event space of the main barn at Hidden Valley Orchards, just a short drive from downtown Lebanon!

St. Paddy’s Day 5K and AfterParty

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TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!! The Downtown Tipp City Partnership is hosting a 5K After Party and everyone is invited!! Whether you are planning to participate in the 5K or just hanging out to support the runners: The ticket will include all you can drink draft beer, a traditional meal of Irish Bangers and Champ provided by Momma’z Boyz Food Truck, and live music from Reflektion.
Pre-sale tickets are available for $25 or can be purchased day of for $30.

Dublin Pub One Mile Race

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Dublin Pub One Mile Race, presented by JamesonDublin Pub hosts the largest St Patrick’s Day party in Ohio and we want you to come celebrate with us! Want to plan your race calendar? Add either the Celtic Festival 5K or 10K to your registration and join us in July.
New This Year! Two Options!
One Mile
– Timed
– How Fast Can you Run
– Enjoy the drinks after the run
The Longest Mile
– Non-Timed
– Enjoy 6 stops in the Oregon District in 60 minutes.
Both Races Get Swag!
– Event Shirt (if registered by February 29th)
– Jameson shot medal
– Jameson Swag
– Entry wristband for the Dublin Pub on March 16th & 17th ($10 value)
– A Jameson mixed drink at 6 stops in the Oregon District
*Please note that event swag is subject to change due to potential supply chain issues.
Participating Stops on the Longest Mile Course
– Hole in the Wall
– Ned Peppers
– Blind Bob’s
– Next Door
– Trolly Stop
– Dublin Pub
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Race day (Dublin Pub)
9am – Registration and Packet pick up opens
11am – Timed One Mile Start
11:15am – The Longest Mile Start
11:45am – Timing Stops
12pm – Dublin Pub Opens to the Public
Registration
$30 through February 11th
$35 February 12th – February 29th (shirt deadline is February 29th)
$40 March 1st – 15th
$45 race day, March 16th
Add the Celtic Festival 5K/10K for $20!
Course Information
The course will run through Downtown Dayton. You must maintain a 20 min/mile pace.
Results
Results are updated as you finish and can be accessed on the Key Sports website or via the ITS YOUR RACE app.
Awards
TBA
Important info
This is a 21+ event (must present valid ID to enter Dublin Pub).
We love dogs and kids, but pets and strollers are not allowed.
You must complete the one mile distance in 20 minutes

Harrigan’s Charity 5k

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The Harrigan’s 5k is a St Patrick’s Tradition and fundraiser for several local charities.

Not only is this a fun race, but proceeds go to good causes as well. Proceeds of this race benefit Alzheimer’s Association, JDRF, United Rehab Services of Greater Dayton and South Community Positive Health Options.

ONLINE REGISTRATION will remain open through the race start on March 9! Entry fee is $35 thru March 6.  $40 after March 6.  Shirts guaranteed with entries received by Feb 28.

PACKET PICKUP will be at Up and Running Thursday and Friday, March 7 and March 8 from 4pm to 6pm.  You can also pickup your packet at Harrigan’s on race morning.

Gordon Food Service will provide bananas, water, and snacks.