Events & Programs

Featured Events

Featured events and series

Check the event Calendar for a full list of upcoming library events.

Upcoming Events

Earth Day 2024

April 20 & 21 | Earth Day programs for families, Quilt Lawns & Ancestor Trees, and Aullwood Audubon's Rich History

Author and presenter Dr. Martha Jo Atkins

Signposts of Dying

May 4 | Wright Library welcomes nationally renowned author and speaker Dr. Martha Jo Atkins for a special workshop on death and dying.

Book cover for The Ledge and The Abyss: Near Death, Rescue, & the Search for Meaning

Author Meet & Greet

May 2 | Authors Dean and Rose Waggenspack reflect on his near-death experience and miracle rescue.

History of Rockefeller

April 15 | Virtual history of J.D. Rockefeller, American business magnate and philanthropist.

James Garfield Book Talk

April 25 | Book discussion on "Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine, and the Murder of a President."

History of the Roosevelts

June 6 | Virtual talk on President Teddy Roosevelt and Alice: An Intimate Portrait of a Father and Daughter.

On-going Program Series

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

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!