Dayton Metro Library

Dayton Metro Library Our mission is to inform, inspire and empower our community. The Dayton Metro Library’s mission is to inform, inspire and empower our community.
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Kindergarten ClubEvery Wednesday • 11:00 AM–12:00 PM • Huber Heights BranchKindergarten Club is designed for families of...
05/29/2026

Kindergarten Club
Every Wednesday • 11:00 AM–12:00 PM • Huber Heights Branch

Kindergarten Club is designed for families of children entering kindergarten in fall 2026. Children and caregivers participate together in fun activities that help build skills and confidence for the transition to kindergarten.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Northmont Branch to celebrate Dayton Metro Library's new Bookmobile!From expl...
05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Northmont Branch to celebrate Dayton Metro Library's new Bookmobile!

From exploring the shelves to stepping aboard for the very first time, it was wonderful to share this exciting milestone with our community. We look forward to seeing you on the road!

Bullysaurus RexMonday, June 1 • 10:00–11:00 AM • Northwest BranchDayton Metro Library is proud to host Bright Star Child...
05/28/2026

Bullysaurus Rex
Monday, June 1 • 10:00–11:00 AM • Northwest Branch
Dayton Metro Library is proud to host Bright Star Children’s Theatre.
The history of bullying goes way, way, way back in Bullysaurus Rex, a dinosaur themed antibullying adventure that is perfect for younger audiences.

Beanstack Basics
Wednesday, June 3 • 10:00–11:00 AM • Main Library
Want to join the Summer Reading Challenge but unsure how? Join us as we review making an account, enrolling in a challenge, and tracking your reading in Beanstack.

Register for Beanstacks Basics: https://ow.ly/6AZQ50Z5b2C

05/27/2026

Dayton Metro Library’s Summer Reading Challenge starts on June 1st and runs until July 31st. Visit your local DML branch or DaytonMetroLibrary.org/Summer for more information. Remember to come back on or after June 1st to start tracking your reading and learning to earn free prizes! What stories will you unearth this summer?

Special Needs Family Information Roundtable: Estate PlanningSaturday, May 30 • 1:00 - 2:00 PM • Kettering-Moraine Branch...
05/27/2026

Special Needs Family Information Roundtable: Estate Planning
Saturday, May 30 • 1:00 - 2:00 PM • Kettering-Moraine Branch

Legal experts from O’Diam & Estess Law Group will discuss important estate planning considerations for families with a special needs individual.

Register: https://ow.ly/ls6a50Z4tFL

Pollinator Garden PlantingWednesday, June 10 • 3:00 - 5:00 PM • Burkhardt BranchJoin other teens and tweens in learning ...
05/26/2026

Pollinator Garden Planting
Wednesday, June 10 • 3:00 - 5:00 PM • Burkhardt Branch

Join other teens and tweens in learning how to crochet! This class is for beginners that will start with the foundations of crochet and basic stiches. For ages 9 through 17.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Dayton Black Women’s Film Festival Workshop. Presented in partnership with...
05/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Dayton Black Women’s Film Festival Workshop. Presented in partnership with Dayton Metro Library, this hands-on session gave aspiring creatives the opportunity to build practical skills in screenwriting and gain insight into the film industry.

All Dayton Metro Library Locations will be Closed, Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. We wish you a saf...
05/23/2026

All Dayton Metro Library Locations will be Closed, Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. We wish you a safe Memorial Day weekend as we honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed all for our freedom.

Find Happy the Hippo!Happy is hiding somewhere in the West Carrollton Branch. If you spot her, leave her where she is an...
05/23/2026

Find Happy the Hippo!

Happy is hiding somewhere in the West Carrollton Branch. If you spot her, leave her where she is and let a staff member know to receive a prize. One prize per day.
For toddlers, preschoolers, and grades K to 6.

Pollinator Garden PlantingSaturday, May 30 • 3:00 - 4:00 PM • Electra C. Doren BranchSpend an afternoon outdoors plantin...
05/22/2026

Pollinator Garden Planting
Saturday, May 30 • 3:00 - 4:00 PM • Electra C. Doren Branch

Spend an afternoon outdoors planting a pollinator garden. Learn about native plants while helping support pollinators and enhance our patio. Please bring garden gloves and a trowel.

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Monday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9:30am - 6pm

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