Join us for Family Fridays beginning January 2 from 11 am–12:30 pm at the Southeast Branch! This FREE Learn and Grow Series, hosted by East End Community Services, connects parents with valuable resources, supports early learning goals, and builds a strong sense of community!

All Library locations will closed early today at 6pm, and all Library locations will be closed for Christmas Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. We wish you a safe and happy holiday!

Looking for something fun? Join the Teen & Tween Crochet Group at the Burkhardt Branch on Monday, Dec. 29, from 3:30–5:30 PM. Teens and tweens ages 9–17 can learn crochet basics or work on projects with peers! Register: https://t.co/fvog0l1Uvl

Dayton Metro Library has been named a 2025 Urban Library Council Innovations Award #TopInnovator for our #ReadingRailroad initiative, selected from 180+ submissions nationwide. This milestone reflects the creativity, collaboration, and shared commitment to literacy.

Dayton Metro Library has been named a 2025 Urban Library Council Innovations Award #TopInnovator for our #ReadingRailroad initiative, selected from 180+ submissions nationwide. This milestone reflects the creativity, collaboration, and shared commitment to literacy.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Tidepool School at the Northmont Branch! The program was filled with curiosity, discovery, and hands-on fun! We’re proud to partner with the Wave Foundation at Newport Aquarium to bring engaging science programs to our community.

Kick off the week with Monday Night Mayhem on Monday, December 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the West Carrollton Branch or celebrate with Holiday Bingo at the Vandalia Branch on Tuesday, December 30 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Register for Teen Hangout: https://t.co/8jlsr8TfIO

We’d love your feedback! As part of our commitment to the community, Dayton Metro Library wants to hear from you about how we can shape plans for a better future. Our patron survey has been extended one more week! Please take a 5-minute survey: https://t.co/2jhzAA7uLd

We’ve reached an incredible milestone—our 1,000th reader in the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Congrats to all our amazing young readers and their families for embracing the joy of reading and accomplishing this challenge! Register: https://t.co/FIyzMpf1o3

Thank you to our honorees, performers, partners, and community members who came together for Flowers for Fathers to celebrate and give flowers to Black fathers and father-figures. This event wouldn’t be possible without you!

Learn how to get more from your library card at All About Libby on Tues, Dec 23 (2–4 PM) at the Southeast Branch, or discover live tide pool creatures at Tidepool School on Sat, Dec 27 (2:30–3:30 PM) at Huber Heights. Registration required.

A big round of applause for our young readers reaching their 1000 Books Before Kindergarten milestones! Who’s next to celebrate? Keep reading, keep exploring, and keep turning those pages! #DaytonMetroLibrary #1000Books #Readers #LibraryFun #1000BooksBeforeKindergarten

Join us Saturday, Dec. 13, 1–3 pm at the Main Library, Bassani Theater Off Third for Flowers for Fathers. This event will include an award ceremony to recognize select individuals and performance headlined by Vibe 5 and Charles Oliver. For more info: https://t.co/nBNex4Os4w

In Episode 7 of Cataloging the Culture, Dr. Karlos L. Marshall sits down with Robert Owens, Community Impact and Innovation Manager at Dayton Metro Library, who brings 20+ years of experience in innovation and leadership. Listen: https://t.co/sVWyB3vKdf

Due to a power outage, the Northmont Branch will be closed for the remainder of today. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

We’d love your feedback! As part of our commitment to the community, Dayton Metro Library wants to know how we can shape plans for a better future. Please take a 5-minute survey. Thank you for your time and support! https://t.co/QI1cBSO4n3

Celebrate Holiday Sweater Craft Party on Thurs, Dec. 18 from 2:30-4:00 pm at the Northmont Branch. Bring a sweater! Or stop by the Southeast Branch for Holidays Around the World on Monday, December 22 from 11-noon. Register Holiday Sweater Craft: https://t.co/zVxKUPBVjQ

Thank you to everyone who joined Ms. Winnie for a morning filled with imagination, costumes, props, and movement fun at the Electra C. Doren Branch! It was a wonderful storytime adventure for all ages, and we loved seeing families jump into the magic together.

Craft, create, and celebrate! Stop by the Southeast Branch on Friday, December 12 from 11 am–noon for Crafty Kids: Ornaments & Keepsakes—a hands-on family program with seasonal crafts, new techniques, and lots of creative fun for all ages.

Great Scott! Come see this Dayton Live presentation of the beloved, cinematic classic turned Broadway musical at the Schuster Center now - December 7. Get tickets today at https://t.co/qZLNHuFddT. Explore the full schedule & start your reading journey at https://t.co/XhEsUfxMJb