Events & Programs
Featured Events
- For a complete list of upcoming events, check the Wright Library Calendar - or search for events (link opens in a new tab).
- Peruse events by category
- Quick list of upcoming Adult Programs
- Quick list of upcoming Youth & Teen Programs
Find Programs of interest by Category
Book Clubs & Reading Challenges - In-person and online book discussions for all ages and interests, plus special reading challenges throughout the year.
Author Talks - Visit with authors at Wright Library or virtually through Zoom.
History Enthusiasts - Programs about local and Ohio history.
Ecology & Nature - Programs and resources to support native plants and pollinators.
Living Well - Programs that guide us towards better health, finances, and sustainability.
Business & Finance - Learn the tricks of the trade on how to succeed in business and finance.
Technology & Science - Explore how science and the technology of the future impacts us today.
Let's Talk - "Let's Talk" programs promote open conversation - join the conversation!
Writing, Crafts, & Creative Opportunities - Poetry, crafts for all ages, and more.
Civil War Roundtable Speaker Series
December 19 | 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.
View Upcoming Civil War Programs | Civil War Roundtable Speaker Series Info Page
When Women Ran Fifth Avenue
December 8 | Julie Satow, author of "When Women Ran Fifth Avenue," will speak at Wright Library as part of Jewish Dayton's annual Cultural Arts & Book Series.
RSVP for When Women Ran Fifth Avenue | Jewish Dayton Cultural Arts & Book Series
Author Talks Online
Monthly | Connect with award-winning authors and highly acclaimed thought leaders from around the world through live-streamed, interactive conversations. Brought to you by Wright Library and the Library Speakers Consortium. Register in advance to submit questions to the authors.
View Upcoming Author Talks Online Programs | Author Talks Online Info Page
Accessibility
January 11 | February 8 | Wright Library has a variety of programs and services to assist patrons with visual, audible, mobility, and developmental challenges. See upcoming accessibility programs and available services.
Codebreaker Speaker Series
January 23 | March 19 | May 8 | 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.
View Upcoming Codebreaker Programs | History Enthusiasts Page
Winter Reading Challenge
January - February 2025 | This winter, take the Wright Library Winter Reading Challenge to log new reads, complete fun quests, and win prizes.
- Adult Winter Reading "BINGO" Challenge (January 21 - February 21, 2025)
- Teen Winter Reading "CODEBREAKER" Challenge (January 13 - February 28, 2025)
- Youth Winter Reading Challenge (January 21 - February 21, 2025)
Far Hills Speaker Series
Spring & Fall | 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.
View Upcoming FHSS Programs | Far Hills Speaker Series Info Page
December 17 at 2 PM | Join us at Wright Library as we welcome the Harman Handbell Children's Choir for a short holiday performance.
Winter Reading Challenge
January - February | This winter, take the Wright Library Winter Reading Challenge to log new reads, complete fun quests, and win prizes.
- Adult Winter Reading "BINGO" Challenge (January 21 - February 21, 2025)
- Teen Winter Reading "CODEBREAKER" Challenge (January 13 - February 28, 2025)
- Youth Winter Reading Challenge (January 21 - February 21, 2025)
Youth Storytimes
Weekly | Storytimes and activities for all ages. Find a Storytime.
Youth Programs
On-going | Find a variety of Youth Programs for elementary-age, tweens and teens, and families.
More About Youth Programs.
Paws to Read
Monthly | Children can sign up to read to therapy dogs on "Woof Wednesdays." Reading to a therapy dog promotes a positive association with reading. Child must be able to read independently for one 15-minute time slot.
Sign Up for Paws to Read | Paws to Read Info Page
STEM Programs for Kids
Monthly | Kids in grades 3-6 are welcome to join us on the first Thursday of each month for STEM-based activities provided by the Montgomery County Extension of Ohio State University.
Upcoming STEM Programs
Family Fun Time
Monthly | Wright Library offers a variety of activities and programs for the whole family to enjoy!
Family Game Time | Let's Go LEGO | Crafts for All Ages | Family Book Club