Atrium Medical Center in Middletown is about a 15-minute drive. Hospitals in Dayton, Centerville, and Cincinnati are readily accessible.

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Dayton area hospitals including Sycamore and Kettering Memorial are within a ten-minute drive. Northern Cincinnati hospitals are within a ten-minute drive including Bethesda North Hospital and Atrium Medical Center.

The Great Miami River runs along Carlisle's eastern boundary, and Twin Creek is nearby, providing outdoor enthusiasts with canoeing and hiking opportunities. Roof Park provides recreational activities for residents. Golf courses and other activities are in neighboring communities.

Local merchants provide general merchandise and services conveniently located for residents.

This northwestern Warren County town 14 miles south of Dayton was primarily a railroad town in its early history. This settlement of farmers was named after George B. Carlisle, a railroad man, who bought and divided the land now bearing his name. This rich, fertile farmland with its rural beauty and large, tree-lined expanses has enticed nearly 5,400 people to the peaceful community of Carlisle. Classic farmhouses and new, gracious construction sites abound.

Carlisle

State Route 123 is the main artery linking Carlisle to nearby I-75 and State Route 4.

Atrium Medical Center is about a 15-minute drive and is located in Middletown. Hospitals in Dayton, including Miami Valley Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Kindred Hospital (rehabilitation), Access Hospital (mental health and substance abuse programming), Medical Center at Elizabeth Place and Kettering Medical Center are conveniently located nearby. Dayton Children’s Hospital is located in Miamisburg with an outpatient center located in Springboro.

Springboro was settled around 1796 and later founded as "Springborough" in 1815. The name "Springboro" comes from the number of springs found in the region which served the mills in the area. Predominantly a Quaker area, Springboro was an important stop on the Underground Railroad and was the first city to erect an Ohio Underground Railroad Historic Marker.

The city has over 400 acres throughout its eight city parks and many green spaces including private country clubs and neighborhood green areas. Three recreational parks, North Park, Community Park and Clearcreek Park, offer activities for an active lifestyle, featuring basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, playgrounds, fitness stations, and walking trails. The city also has small public parks including a plaza in the historic district. Heatherwoode Golf Course is a premier public course run by the city. 

The city is committed to offering safe biking lanes throughout the neighborhoods, business areas and parks with its Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. 

Springboro’s Historical Museum offers a chance to explore the rich history of the area. The Wright B Flyer Museum is a great place to learn about aviation. 

For those who enjoy entertainment, the La Comedia Dinner Theater combines dining and Broadway-style entertainment. 

Springboro hosts an annual three-day Christmas in Historic Springboro Festival every year and is a great way to start the holiday season.

Springboro has the kind of downtown meant for exploring with quaint shops offering unique gifts and home accessories. Numerous strip malls supply residents' day-to-day needs, and nearby shopping malls in Dayton, northern Cincinnati and Middletown fill those other needs.

Springboro was ranked among the top 50 best places to live in America by Money magazine in 2011 and the 7th Best Place to Raise a Young Family in Ohio in 2013. It is located in the geographic center of the Dayton-Cincinnati Metroplex. The city is 15 minutes south of Dayton in northern Warren County and is a northern suburb for Cincinnati. Springboro's old-time atmosphere reflects the city's rich heritage. Springboro has an eclectic mix of housing styles and one finds homes of stately residences as well as more modest homes and condominiums in a variety of styles and price ranges.

Springboro

I-75 is the main traffic route, with St Rt. 73 and 741 providing neighborhood access. Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport is located near the city's northern border. The Dayton International Airport also services the area.

Kettering Medical Center - Middletown is located on SR 122 southeast of I-75 and provides 24/7 emergency care as well as other medical services. Atrium Hospital and a branch of Dayton’s Children’s Hospital are located off of I-75. In nearby Hamilton, Fort Hamilton Hospital, TriHealth Bethesda Butler Hospital and Mercy Health - Fairfield (the only hospital in Butler County to offer open heart surgery) serve area residents.

Middletown was designated as an All-American City in the late 1950s and is home to several large industries including paper manufacturing and aerospace technology. The city is located in both Butler and Warren counties.

There are 27 parks throughout the city for casual enjoyment, sports and recreation. The Meadow Ridge area of Elk Creek MetroPark has miles of trails to walk and enjoy. River Center at Bicentennial Commons is a great place to rest along the Great Miami River Trail. Smith Park features 96 acres as well as baseball diamonds, fishing pond, a skatepark, trails and picnic areas. Armco Park in Turtlecreek Township (Lebanon) features 311 acres with softball fields, a fishing and boating lake, picnic areas as well as an 18-hole golf course. Take a swing at The Golf Center, a course 15 minutes away designed by Jack Nicklaus. Shaker Run Golf Course is located nearby in Lebanon and features a 27-hole championship course. Additionally, several state parks are within easy driving distance, including Hueston Woods, Caesar’s Creek and Germantown Dam, and are great stops for boating, fishing and water-skiing. The Middletown YMCA offers many health and fitness opportunities. If you dare, enjoy  sky diving at the Hook Field airport with Start Sky Diving. For those who enjoy gambling, Miami Valley Gaming casino is conveniently located in nearby Monroe. 

Middletown’s history can be easily viewed by visiting the Canal Museum. Publications, relics and an extensive collection of artistic illustrations trace the cultural and economic growth of Middletown. An artist and lecture series is sponsored and held at the Miami University Middletown Campus. Residents enjoy even more arts at the Middletown Fine Arts Center, Sorg Opera Company and Middletown Lyric Theatre. The Pendleton Arts Center in Middletown offers art exhibits and events throughout the year. The Middletown Cincinnati State’s campus provides a learning environment for students as well as a Workforce Development Center for customized job training services and programs for the public. 

There are several festivals to enjoy every year: The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival (hot air balloons) is held in July. Light Up Middletown (a drive-through light display) is scheduled in December. The Middletown Arts Festival host community events from May through September with exhibits, workshops and other events.

Historic South Main Street offers eclectic shopping opportunities in a scenic downtown with many events planned throughout the year. From an old-fashioned ice cream social to a cruise-in, to an Italian fest, residents enjoy supporting downtown businesses and its sense of an urban community. There are some popular eateries and pubs to enjoy there. Numerous strip malls, both chains and fast food restaurants line the highway access to the downtown. Local merchants fill the needs of residents with convenient shopping in many neighborhoods. For the bargain enthusiast, Cincinnati Premium Outlet, with over 100 stores, is a short drive away. For those who love donuts, Middletown is part of the Butler County Donut Trail with two places to find such a treat: Milton's Donuts and Central Pastry Shop.

Incorporated in 1833, Middletown is home to approximately 50,000 people living within its corporate limits and another 50,000 in the surrounding area. Located conveniently between Cincinnati and Dayton on the Great Miami River, Middletown boasts a wealth of history, culture, and natural splendor. It’s a place where 150-year-old mansions, small ranch homes, duplexes and apartments sit side-by-side with beautiful landscaped parks.

Middletown

Middletown is located in Butler County on I-75 midway between Cincinnati and Dayton. Hook Field is a small municipal airport and is used for general aviation. Air travelers use either the Dayton International Airport or the Greater Cincinnati International Airport.

Franklin offers a 65-acre community park with active soccer, baseball and softball programs, as well as picnic shelters and playgrounds. Lighted tennis and basketball courts, an all-weather running track, a football stadium and Olympic sized swimming pool, as well as smaller neighborhood parks provide for residents' needs. A year-round driving range and a 9-hole public golf course are close by for golf enthusiasts. Several state parks are within easy access: Caesar Creek, Fort Ancient, Hueston Woods and the Little Miami State Park. Cultural life is important as well with an active library.

Less than 10 minutes away off I-75 are two major shopping malls, one to the north in Centerville, and one south in northern Cincinnati. A variety of boutiques and smaller stores serving daily needs are nearby. The Warren County area is becoming well known as a mecca for antique lovers, and Franklin offers easy access to these.

Franklin is located conveniently in northwestern Warren County between Cincinnati and Dayton, hugging the Great Miami River, which contributed to its history as a paper-manufacturing center. Housing for the 11,000 residents is quite varied, with a lovely tree-lined downtown district. Older homes abound, and reflect the conservative living habits of its residents in the simple, but solid character of their homes, and the meticulous manner in which they have been preserved. Apartments and senior citizen housing is also available.

Franklin

Franklin is conveniently located on I-75, a 40-minute drive to the Dayton International Airport, or approximately an hour's drive to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. State routes 123 and 73 bisect the town.