Events
Psychologist and author Dr. Alice Licata will talk about her book It’s Not Rocket Science: Down-to-Earth Advice on Raising Stellar Kids on Monday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Library meeting room. Dr. Licata earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in clinical psychology from Kent State University. The Kettering resident has two teenaged daughters. Unlike many parenting books that focus on the child’s behavior, the focus of Dr. Licata’s book is on behaviors that parents can learn to raise their children to be well-adjusted productive people. Dr.
Tween CCG: Cooking, Crafts, Games is for tweens in grades 4-8. Each week you can do a different activity with Mrs. Bengson. This week's activity is adding pictures or words to flattened marbles to make your own original magnets.
Do you like to draw, make art, write stories or poetry? Join other teens at the library and B CR8tive together. Inspiration and supplies provided. Snacks, too! Grades 7-12.
The Library Board, Oakwood City Council, and Oakwood Board of Education will have a special joint meeting, which will be held in Wright Library’s meeting room.
No action is anticipated. The meeting is open to the public.
Theme: Owls
Join Mrs. G. for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
For all ages.
"Drop in" for books, blocks, puppets, puzzles, coloring, and play stations from 3:00p.m. until 3:40 p.m. After children clean up the toys, a snack and a story is then followed by circle time dances. Social skills and early literacy skills are enhanced in this interactive program which fosters the love of books and the library for the young child.
Mrs. G., along with teen volunteers, will be there to host our Saturday afternoon program.
This program is suitable for children ages 6 and under (ages 2 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult).
Two-year-olds and their caregivers share storytime
by listening to stories and participating in simple games with Mrs. Rose.
Tween CCG: Cooking, Crafts, Games is for tweens in grades 4-8. Each week you can do a different activity with Mrs. Bengson. This week we're going to make something that looks like Indian Corn, but tastes like dessert!
Children ages 3-5 will join Mrs. Rose for stories, songs,
games, and films.
Mrs. Sommer will lead this new program introducing kids to great audio books. Each week, bring your lunch and listen to sample chapters from several audio books. Audio books from those sampled that day will be available for check-out, so don’t forget your library card.
For grades 3-6 beginning Wednesday, September 22 during lunch hour, from 11:45-12:30, in the Wright Library Meeting Room.
*No registration is necessary, however a form for your teacher is required indicating that you will be attending the program during your lunch hour. Stop by the library to pick one up.
WAM (Wright Anime Manga) meets on the first Wednesday of each month. We watch anime, talk about our favorite manga, and eat snacks. Grades 7-12.
Theme: Bats
Join Mrs. G. for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
For all ages.
Bounce, Bounce, Bounce! Families can jump on over to the library for "The Tigger Movie". Watch Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, and all their friends help Tigger find his family. Refreshments will be served. Ages 3-5.
Two-year-olds and their caregivers share storytime
by listening to stories and participating in simple games with Mrs. Rose.
* Storytime will not be held in the Meeting Room this week. Please meet us outside, weather permitting.
Children ages 3-5 will join Mrs. Rose for stories, songs,
games, and films.
Mrs. Sommer will lead this new program introducing kids to great audio books. Each week, bring your lunch and listen to sample chapters from several audio books. Audio books from those sampled that day will be available for check-out, so don’t forget your library card.
For grades 3-6 beginning Wednesday, September 22 during lunch hour, from 11:45-12:30, in the Wright Library Meeting Room.
*No registration is necessary, however a form for your teacher is required indicating that you will be attending the program during your lunch hour. Stop by the library to pick one up.
Bring your "Magic: The Gathering" cards (or your favorite game) to the library, or play one of the library's card games. Snacks provided, too! Grades 7-12.
Theme: Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans
Join Mrs. G. for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
For all ages.
Now showing: "How to Train Your Dragon"
Rated: PG
Time: 98 minutes
Popcorn will be served, but feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks.
All ages welcome.
"Drop in" for books, blocks, puppets, puzzles, coloring, and play stations from 3:00p.m. until 3:40 p.m. After children clean up the toys, a snack and a story is then followed by circle time dances. Social skills and early literacy skills are enhanced in this interactive program which fosters the love of books and the library for the young child.
Mrs. G., along with teen volunteers, will be there to host our Saturday afternoon program.
This program is suitable for children ages 6 and under (ages 2 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult).
Two-year-olds and their caregivers share storytime
by listening to stories and participating in simple games with Mrs. Rose.
Children ages 3-5 will join Mrs. Rose for stories, songs,
games, and films.
Mrs. Sommer will lead this new program introducing kids to great audio books. Each week, bring your lunch and listen to sample chapters from several audio books. Audio books from those sampled that day will be available for check-out, so don’t forget your library card.
For grades 3-6 beginning Wednesday, September 22 during lunch hour, from 11:45-12:30, in the Wright Library Meeting Room.
*No registration is necessary, however a form for your teacher is required indicating that you will be attending the program during your lunch hour. Stop by the library to pick one up.
TAB (Teen Advisory Board) is open to any teen, grades 7-12, who would like to participate. We meet once a month to plan special events and to coordinate volunteer opportunities at the library. Community service credit is available. To join, contact Mrs. Bengson for an application at: bengson@wrightlibrary.org .
Join us for our 9th annual Weird Science Halloween Party, as students from Oakwood High School once again step in to demonstrate some wacky and interesting science experiments in our Mad Scientists' Lab. Refreshments and a craft will round out this enjoyable and educational party. For grades K-5. Register now!
Theme: Spiders
Join Mrs. G. for stories, songs, crafts, and more!
For all ages.
"Drop in" for books, blocks, puppets, puzzles, coloring, and play stations from 3:00p.m. until 3:40 p.m. After children clean up the toys, a snack and a story is then followed by circle time dances. Social skills and early literacy skills are enhanced in this interactive program which fosters the love of books and the library for the young child.
Mrs. G., along with teen volunteers, will be there to host our Saturday afternoon program.
This program is suitable for children ages 6 and under (ages 2 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult).
Back by popular demand! Oakwood is fortunate to have many well-preserved examples of early 20th century architecture in its tree-lined neighborhoods. This program will explore the exteriors of those houses, their remarkable artistic details and some of the historical stories associated with many of the homes. The program will be moderated by Mark Risley, current Oakwood Historical Society board member and past president. Advance registration is needed and is limited to the first 65 people.
Two-year-olds and their caregivers share storytime
by listening to stories and participating in simple games with Mrs. Rose.
Tween CCG: Cooking, Crafts, Games is for tweens in grades 4-8. Each week you can do a different activity with Mrs. Bengson. This week we're going to make a delicious Haunted Bridge Log from "The Nancy Drew Cookbook."
Children ages 3-5 will join Mrs. Rose for stories, songs,
games, and films.
Mrs. Sommer will lead this new program introducing kids to great audio books. Each week, bring your lunch and listen to sample chapters from several audio books. Audio books from those sampled that day will be available for check-out, so don’t forget your library card.
For grades 3-6 beginning Wednesday, September 22 during lunch hour, from 11:45-12:30, in the Wright Library Meeting Room.
*No registration is necessary, however a form for your teacher is required indicating that you will be attending the program during your lunch hour. Stop by the library to pick one up.
Do you like to draw, make art, write stories or poetry? Join other teens at the library and B CR8tive together. For this month, spooky inspiration and supplies will be provided. Snacks, too! Grades 7-12.
