9,942ATTENDEES AT 292 YOUTH & FAMILY PROGRAMS 6,560ATTENDEES AT 207 ADULT PROGRAMS 349,001 REMOVING BARRIERS In 2023, patrons and visitors to Wright Library had unencumbered access to needed and desired resources: FINES-FREE An updated fines policy eliminated most overdue fines. Lowering obstacles to reading encouraged more use of the library. FAST READS The newest and most popular books became easier to access with an expanded 14-day borrowing period and renewed investment in the collection. LIBRARY OF THINGS This collection of non-traditional circulating items includes equipment, tools, hobby kits, digital devices, “Doorway to Dayton” passes to local attractions, and more. The popularity of this collection grew by 13% due, in part, to new offerings made possible by the Wright Library Foundation. >> Circulation of “Doorway to Dayton” passes doubled as more passes were added including Boonshoft Museum of Discovery/ SunWatch Indian Village, International Peace Museum, and Carillon Historical Park. >> Wright Library kept pace with patrons’ media consumption by introducing Roku streaming devices to the collection. Each device is loaded with one ad-free subscription service (Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, and more) plus library streaming services such as Kanopy and Hoopla. COMMUNITY HUB CIVIC ENGAGEMENT >> Two workshops with the Braver Angels organization, offered in partnership with the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition, provided guided forums for conservatives and liberals to have honest conversations. >> In the fall, the League of Women Voters introduced Oakwood voters to their school board and city council candidates. >> The exhibit “Finding Freedom Summer” and related programs highlighted Civil Rights awareness and education. OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERYONE >> Experts offered valuable programs on timely topics including Artificial Intelligence (AI), health and wellness, writing, and small business. >> More than 20 adult and senior care programs provided information about estate planning, elder law, volunteering, housing, and health. >> In partnership with the Oakwood Historical Society, six programs honored and celebrated many aspects of Dayton’s unique history. >> More than 20 author visits and book talks celebrated self, diversity, and overcoming obstacles. >> The library served as a popular place to meet and gather as evidenced by a 48% increase in meeting room usage. MATERIALS BORROWED BY 13,766 WRIGHT LIBRARY CARD HOLDERS 2,102ITEMS BORROWED FROM THE LIBRARY OF THINGS INCLUDING 292 “DOORWAY TO DAYTON” PASSES
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