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Java Journey: Discovering Oxford’s Coffee Culture

April 26, 2024

In our fast-paced world, we sometimes need to go faster! Luckily, if you’re in Oxford, you have options to get you through the day, or night. Take a journey to find our amazing locally-owned coffee cafes and shops in Oxford,…

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Oxford’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area

April 25, 2024

  Oxford’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) goes into effect daily from 11 AM – 11 PM. (The inaugural launch was on June 25th, 2020, coinciding with the first Red Brick Friday.) Ehether you’re a resident, or a visitor passing…

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EarthFest

April 17, 2024

Oxford’s EarthFest is put on each year, thanks to the Miami Environmental Professionals Association. Oxford prides itself as a tree city in part of the Arbor Day Foundation’s mission to help expand the tree population and green spaces. While at…

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Oxford Total Eclipse of the Parks

March 28, 2024

A Total Solar Eclipse in Oxford, OH On Monday, April 8th, Oxford, Ohio will be in line with a spectacular celestial phenomenon of a total solar eclipse. For many, this will be a once-in-a-lifetime event to experience. During the total…

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Egg Scrambles

March 27, 2024

  Springtime in Oxford, Ohio means it’s time for the annual egg scramble event hosted by the Oxford Parks and Recreation Department. The event will feature egg scrambles for kids, teens, and adults. “Adult” Egg Hunt When: Thursday, March 28th…

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Wine & Craft Beer Festival

March 25, 2024

  The Oxford Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 17th annual Wine and Craft Beer Festival from 2:00 – 10:00 pm on Saturday, June 1st th in Oxford’s Uptown Memorial Park (4 N. Main St.). The Oxford Wine and Craft…

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Wildflower Walks

March 21, 2024

Get ready to say goodbye to bare trees & brown leaves. Make the most of the blooming spring season by attending one of Miami’s Wildflower Walks!  Buds are beginning to sprout from the ground and temperatures are warming up. This…

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Ultimate Staycation Guide to Oxford, Ohio

March 20, 2024

Travel is to our well-being, and more people are finding alternative ways to spend their time close to home. If staycation is your vibe this year, Oxford, Ohio has you covered. The benefits of staycations include boosting local economies, opportunities…

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Maple Syrup Festival

February 27, 2024

Come join Oxford, Ohio for one of our most beloved winter events. Celebrating its 58th year, the Maple Syrup Festival is hosted on the grounds of Ohio’s beautiful Hueston Woods State Park. This festival is held the first two weekends…

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The Rich Tapestry of Black History in Oxford, Ohio

February 1, 2024

  Nestled by the border of Indiana, Oxford, Ohio may be a small town, but its history is vast and deeply woven into the fabric of America. When exploring the rich tapestry of Oxford’s history, it’s essential to shine a…

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