News & Updates
2014 South Park Memorial Day Walk – Photo Gallery
Here are a few photos from our Annual Memorial Day Walk led by Betsy Wilson. This year's theme was Small Business owners of South Park.
DIY Rain Barrel Workshop a Success
Success! More than 20 rain barrels were distributed today thanks to the efforts of Holly DiFlora, the Ohio Chapter of the Sierra Club and Malt Products. After the next rainfall, friends and neighbors now have the capacity to collect more than 1,100 gallons of water...
Be a part of Historic South Park & Oregon District’s Neighborhood Garage/Yard Sale
Treasure hunters - Download your 2014 maps here! Click here for more Oregon District Info [button...
South Park Awarded MCSWD Grant!
More good news for the Great South Park Tot Lot Project! In December, the Montgomery County Solid Waste District awarded the neighborhood a grant in the amount of $3,768.75 for benches (made of recycled material, of course), trash receptacles and playground...
$300,000 in Capital Improvements Coming to South Park!
It’s like a holiday gift to the whole neighborhood! As you know, South Park was awarded a Community Development Block Grant (community improvement money from U.S. Housing and Urban Development distributed through the City of Dayton). Our award is in the amount of up to $300,000 for replacement of deteriorated walkways and additional decorative lighting on the boulevard of Park Drive. To qualify for that sum, HSPI must contribute $5,000 and that’s where we need your help.
Remember When Antiques Christmas Open House, Nov. 20 12-5 PM
Step back in time in an 1894 Victorian double, decked out for the Holidays. Join creative South Park neighbor and Proprietress of Remember When Antiques, Cheryl Grillmeier, whose shop is filled with an array of unique decorations, architecturals, antiques, collectibles, and home decor for gifts.
You’ll be inspired with decoration ideas for your own home, when you see the stunning mantels, whimsical trees and the sparkling tree trims made from antique chandelier glass. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Wayne Avenue.
(Lay-away is available as are very attractive prices–special discounts to South Park residents!) Enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of your favorite memories of the season. Look forward to warm, friendly service and yuletide refreshments. Address: 1111 Wayne Ave, Phone: 222-7005.
Theresa Gasper Honored as Community Leader
Theresa Gasper, activist, developer, friend to so many in South Park is officially a Top Ten Woman! For 48 years, The Dayton Daily News has recognized ten female outstanding community leaders who have made a significant impact on life in the Miami Valley. Has...
2011 Officer Candidates, Special Presentation at Next HSPI Meeting, Oct. 26, 7PM
Meet the candidates for next year's neighborhood association officers and help decide if our neighborhood should take action regarding our participation in the Ohio Aerospace Hub. Please attend the next meeting of Historic South Park, Inc. on Tuesday evening, October...