Planning continues for Riverfront Master Plan
As part of the ongoing work for the Dayton Riverfront Master Plan, a design workshop (charette) for the next phase of design on Sunrise and Sunset MetroParks was held on Nov. 5 & 6, 2019 at the...
View ArticleNew Playset Installed in Park
After 20 years and many hours of McPeep play, it was time to replace our beloved playset in the neighborhood park. Neighbors came together to do a volunteer build of the new set on Feb.3. The new...
View ArticleTogetherness during pandemic
What started out as a game of “Simon Says” played in the street has expanded to twice weekly community word scrambles, games of “Name That Tune” and searches for superheroes in the neighborhood. Read...
View ArticleAnnual Summer Picnic Held
The annual summer picnic was held in August at the McPherson Town park. Nearly 75 residents were in attendance. All enjoyed carry in dishes made by McPeeps, as well as hamburgers, hotdogs and veggie...
View ArticleApartments proposed at 637 N Main St
McPherson Town residents recently offer input on a new apartment complex proposed on the eastern edge of the neighborhood at 637 N. Main St by MVAH Partners. While still in the planning stages, the...
View Article1st ever Gumbofest held
We are lucky to have a Louisiana native among the McPeeps! He and his family generously prepared a large batch of Gumbo for neighbors to enjoy along with carried-in side dishes and a Cajun, old time...
View ArticleFrom McPherson Town to Riverdale and back again
In 1888, McPhersontown or “McTown” was being rebranded to Riverdale. The neighborhood remained lower Riverdale until neighbors began pursuing historic district status in the 1970’s and 80’s. The...
View ArticleMcPherson Town Clean-Up a 5-Ton Success!
Seventeen neighbors turned out for the Annual McPherson Town Neighborhood Clean-up on Saturday May 13. Together with four City of Dayton workers (two drivers and two assistants), we collected 5.07...
View ArticleUrban Prairie Planting
After years of dreaming, a prairie at the end of Floral Ave has been planted! There are 11 varieties of native plants; wish them good rooting and successful growing. Thanks to our resident and former...
View Article2023 Holiday Home Tour
Step back in time and explore the enchanting McPherson Town neighborhood during our 2023 Holiday Historic Home Tour, a must-attend event! 2023 Tour details: Friday, Nov. 24, 4-8 PM Saturday, Nov. 25,...
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