Events & Programs

Featured Events

Check the event Calendar for a full list of upcoming library events, or search for events (link opens in a new tab).

Adult Programs

Youth Programs

 

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Book Covers  Book Clubs - In-person and online book discussions for all ages and interests.

Local authors present at Wright Library  Author Talks - Visit with authors at Wright Library or virtually through Zoom.

Wright Brothers with early plane are an essential part of Dayton's history.  History Enthusiasts - Programs about local and Ohio history including the Far Hills Speaker Series.

Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly  Ecology & Nature - Programs and resources to support native plants and pollinators.

Two older adults happily living well  Living Well - Programs that guide us towards better health, finances, and sustainability.

Open sign for a small business  Business & Finance - Learn the tricks of the trade on how to succeed in business and finance.

Robotic hand meets human hand as we explore Artificial Intelligence and technology of the future.  Technology & Science - Explore how science and the technology of the future impacts us today.

"Let's Talk" logo for library programs that promote open conversation.Let's Talk - "Let's Talk" programs promote open conversation - join the conversation!

Hands holding pencils  Writing, Crafts, & Creative Opportunities - Poetry, crafts for all ages, and more.

Adult Programs

Far Hills Speaker Series

Far Hills Speaker Series

This series features engaging stories from the Miami Valley for the history buff or the curious. A Wright Library partnership with the Oakwood Historical Society. Upcoming Programs

American and Confederate Civl War-era flags behind blue banner with text "Civil War Series."

Civil War Speaker Series

This program series highlights Dayton's legacy to the Civil War. A Wright Library partnership with the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and the Miami Valley Civil War Round Table. Upcoming Programs

A Dayton codebreaker working on an enigma machine.

Codebreaker Speaker Series

After decades of being hidden under secrecy, cryptology and codebreaking comes to light in this series. A Wright Library partnership with the National Cryptologic Museum. Upcoming Programs

Embroidery

Adult Embroidery Program

September 26 | Adults, enjoy light refreshments while learning how to embroider a tea towel to take home. Register for this Program

On left, teen girl sits on stairs sadly looking at cell phone. On right, book cover for "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt

Community Read: The Anxious Generation

Fall 2024 | Wright Library will host community conversations with Dr. Neil Gupta, Oakwood Schools Superintendent. Upcoming Programs

Family with special needs individual in a wheelchair.

Special Needs Estate Planning

October 22 | Estate planning considerations for families with a special needs individual. More about this Program

Youth Programs

Child reads in the arms of her mother

Youth Storytimes

Weekly storytimes and activities for all ages. Find a Storytime

Young boy pulls books off shelf in library.

Youth Programs

Find a variety of Youth Programs for elementary-age, tweens and teens, and families. Youth Programs

Young boy reads to a therapy dog

Paws to Read

Monthly | Children can sign up to read to therapy dogs on "Woof Wednesdays." Sign up now