Centerville Lifestyle

13/07/2025

Montgomery County regional sustainability initiative gives back through local businesses.

Article by Nan Paraskevopoulos
Photography by Provided

In a time when environmental concerns are at the forefront of global conversations, Montgomery County’s Dayton Regional Green (DRG) initiative stands out as a practical way to get involved in Southwest Ohio. At the heart of this movement is the organization’s Green Business Certification program...

08/07/2025

Meet Whitney Peters, MS, LPCC, Outpatient Therapist at Lindner Center of Hope!

Whitney specializes in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, ADHD, body-focused repetitive behaviors, mood disorders, and PANS/PANDAS. She holds a BA in Psychology from Ohio State and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wright State.

With advanced training through the International OCD Foundation, TLC Foundation, and CHADD, she’s worked in community mental health, mental health court, private practice, and telehealth. Whitney is an active advocate and educator—writing articles, presenting at conferences, hosting OCD consultations, and fundraising for OCD research through events like One Million Steps for OCD.

It is a pleasure to have Whitney on our team!

07/07/2025

Beat the summer heat as you explore history, art, and culture at Southwest Ohio museums.

Article by Amanda Stout
Photography by Provided

While summer is known as a time for family vacations, camp for kids and endless pool days, it’s also a perfect opportunity to explore the excellent museums of Southwest Ohio. Whether you hope to experience local history, inspiring artists or cultural artifacts, there are plenty of options througho...

03/07/2025

You’ve seen the cover—now peek what’s really inside 👀

02/07/2025

Let's take a minute for the cover of our July issue!

Curtis Barnes Sr., (American,1935–2019), Masks (detail), 1993, oil on canvas, 48x 52 in., private collection. On view at Dayton Art Institute, July 12–September 14, as part of the Curtis Barnes Sr., Dayton Icon exhibit.

Photography: Curtis Barnes Sr.

01/07/2025

June is over?? Julyin! 😉 Check out these local events this month.

29/06/2025

to the The Spring Book Sale at Woodbourne Library! Check out more photos like this one in our June issue's city scene.

26/06/2025

The Centerville-Washington Foundation honored retired teacher, real estate agent and former Washington Township trustee, Dale Berry, at The Founders 27th Annual Meeting. Dale has volunteered with the Rotary Club of Centerville, Dayton Art Institute, American Cancer Society, Centerville-Washington History, Friends of the Washington-Centerville Public Library, Dayton Area Board of Realtors® and others. “Dale is a dedicated community volunteer, father and friend who has touched many lives,” shares Debe Dockins, president of the Centerville-Washington Foundation.

CentervilleWashingtonFoundation.com

23/06/2025

Terry O'Brien’s deep community ties and production skills help young musicians stand out.


Article by Jonathan Stout
Photography by Austin + Shilo Creative

Lifelong Centerville resident Terry O'Brien began working as a professional musician in 1976. At the early age of 16, he co-wrote the theme song for his high school senior prom. After initial experiences with writing, his interest quickly shifted to recording.

18/06/2025

The annual Tom Frazier Memorial Tee Off for Youth Classic will be held July 14 at Sycamore Creek Country Club in Springboro. Hosted by the Centerville Noon Optimist Club, the golf outing raises funds for Dayton Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Department and youth programs throughout the year. More than $200,000 has been donated to Dayton Children’s in the past fifteen years.

For more information on sponsoring, call 937.221.6720 or visit CentervilleNoonOptimist.com.

17/06/2025

Three Centerville leaders are helping shape a stronger community through their commitment to service.


Article by Nina Weierman
Photography by Austin + Shilo Creative

Great communities don’t just happen, they’re shaped by the people who care deeply and lead with purpose. In Centerville and Washington Township, Jason Riley, Wayne Davis and Mark Metzger are three such leaders, each serving in unique roles but united by a shared commitment to stewardship and pub...

13/06/2025

The City of Centerville recently held a grand reopening for Ohio Card Exchange, which moved to a space three times its previous size at Cross Pointe Center. Ohio Card Exchange is a sports cards and collectibles shop, owned and operated by Dave Carlson. They carry Pokémon cards, trading card games and cards from every sport. Monthly card trading events for kids and adults allow collectors to trade and build their collections and relationships. CentervilleOhio.gov;


CentervilleOhio.gov; OhioCardExchange.com