Picnic in the Pasture

It is National Picnic Month! Gather together at Carter Historic Farm for a pack-your-own picnic, a brief tour of the farm, and summer yard games. Please bring your own lunch and picnic blanket.

Founders Park Grand Opening

In honor of America’s 250th birthday, the Village of West Milton is proud to open a brand new park – and we want YOU to help us celebrate! Join us at 438 S. Miami St. for an evening filled with history, community, and family fun. We’ll kick off the celebration at the new park with […]

Americana 250 Cycling Classic

The Americana 250 Cycling Classic is a vibrant, community-centered event that utilizes the Miami Valley Trail Network- the epicenter of the nation’s largest paved trail system- to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through outdoor recreation, local history, and regional pride. Event proceeds directly benefit the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area programs and services. A […]

America250 Lecture Series: Sports in the Shadow of World War II

Fields of Conflict: Sports in the Shadow of World War II Together we will examine how World War II fundamentally reshaped athletics, as major sporting events were suspended, athletes were drafted into military service, and leagues were forced to adapt to survive. We’ll explore the cancellation of global competitions such as the 1940 and 1944 […]

2026 Norwalk National Night Out

Safety demonstrations Activities for kids of ALL ages Community fun Emergency vehicles & first responders Games, entertainment, and more! This aligns with America 250, as Norwalk PD is using it as an opportunity to bring the spotlight on local law enforcement and first responders, and the event will be the biggest one yet to include […]

Patriotic Tie-dye

Create your own unique t-shirt at the Milton-Union Public Library to celebrate America250. All dye is supplied, but please bring your own shirt. All ages welcome.

Flair on the Square

Flair on the Square is a fine arts festival that features food, a juried art fair, live music, dance performances, a fresh market, and more! Kids can enjoy free make-and-take projects, attendees can watch artist demonstrations, and everyone is invited to share their own artistic talent by participating in a special paint-by-number mural in honor […]