Hello to all our returning and new participants in the South Park Urban Garden (S.P.U.G.) project! 2011 was a great success – we went from an initial seven to THIRTY garden beds, added a huge tank to make watering much easier and the fine folks at the Dayton &...
Events
Neighborhood Holiday Festivities, Sat. Dec 10, 12:30-9PM
HOLIDAY PARTY NEWS!! On Saturday, Dec. 10, beginning at 12:30pm, take a free tour the beautiful historic Hope Lutheran church (500 Hickory). decorated and sparkling for Christmas. The 1902 Gothic Revival structure boasts rich woodwork, stunning Gothic tracery cathedral windows and a 13-rank, 910-pipe Kilgen organ. The church also houses The Hope Community Art Center as well as classes in painting, vocal harmony, pottery, theater arts, ceramics and stained glass.
Bring the kids! At 1:30pm, free children’s activities begin–ornament making and general merriment, with treats, and a visit from Santa at 2:30pm. A professional photographer will be there to take photos.
At 6pm, The Historic South Park Hot Toddy Party begins ($5 for food & drink). Warm up with a hot toddy and buttered biscuit while you mingle with your neighbors and browse our raffle gift baskets. Next, enjoy a seasonal ale or cider, and a hearty entree. Enter your name to be a contestant in Family Feud-Holiday South Park Edition. (Name something you’d find in a South Park alley. Survey Says: ). Tuxedo-clad Oden Cross is our MC, and you may win a prize. Finish with champagne and Christmas cookies and see if you’ve got the lucky ticket for one of our gift baskets. We’ll play Family Feud beginning at about 7pm At the end of the evening, we’ll raffle off 6 lovely gift baskets ($1 per raffle ticket which you can purchase throughout the evening).
Come and enjoy the beauty and hospitality of Hope Lutheran Church, a neighborhood gem!
South Park Christmas Tree Outing: Saturday, Nov 26
Hard to believe, but it is that time again!! For new neighbors, the Saturday after Thanksgiving is thetime for the annual old fashioned Christmas Tree Outing!! We start the holiday season off right by a SouthPark Breakfast at The Legacy Pancake House (rated 5...
SPUG! The South Park Urban Garden Cleanup, Nov 5, 1-4PM
Help SPUG get ready for winter! South Park Urban Garden (S.P.U.G.) Clean Up Day is Saturday, Nov, 5th from 1pm to 4pm! Rain date is Nov. 12 at the same time. Cleaning up SPUG involves: pulling out this year's finished crops topping off beds with compost,...
Spooky Park Parade Oct 31, 5PM: South Park’s first annual Halloween event for kids!
Strange things happen on All Hallow's Eve. On Monday, October 31st at 5PM, you will see a parade of little monsters and fantastic creatures marching down the Boulevard behind the University of Dayton marching band--complete with a drum major and cheers from the...
This Saturday: Another Great Neighborhood Party!
Coming up this weekend: PPD #3, Saturday August 17, 6PM at 113 Bonner then at 8PM the party moves to 17 Johnson.
Coming in September: PPD #4, Saturday September 24, 6PM at 623 Oak, then at 8PM to 216 Park Drive.
We LOVE our PPD’s in South Park! That is, our special party format, Porch, Deck & Patio parties. As you know, we have a great diversity of homes in our neighborhood, so every party is different. But everyone is invited. You don’t have to be a homeowner, just show up with a dish to share and $5. Beverages are provided (beer, water and soft drinks). Sometimes, there is music! But all the time there is socializing. It’s your job to introduce yourself to new people, get to know them and welcome them to the neighborhood. And make new friends! You’ll always meet someone interesting in South Park, so don’t be shy.