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YOUR Dayton Metro Library
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A Message from the Executive Director
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Libraries enhance the quality of life for all who use
them. Librarians hear all the time, “I just love the
library!” Many people have treasured memories of
visiting their library as a child, or taking their own
children or grandchildren to the library.
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the Executive Director
Children’s Activities
- Super Science Saturdays, page 7
- Too Cool for School Week, page 8
- Sensory Storytime, page 12
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Check Out a Sprout Backpack
and Nurture YOUR Little
Learner!
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Tween Activities
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Adult Activities
- Computer Gaming Lab, page 15
Teen Activities
- 3-D Maker Kit, page 18
- Teen Karaoke Night, page 21
- National Poetry Month Poetry Slam, page 24
- Job Seekers programs, page 26
- GET ON BOARD with the Big Read,
page 35
One of the things I enjoy most about my work
is ensuring the Library and our librarians remain
relevant in our rapidly changing world. Recently,
we completed a strategic planning process at
the Dayton Metro Library, which builds upon our
intensive facilities plan with additional insights
from current community research and industry
best practices. We believe our new plan positions
us to contribute to large-scale, community-wide
priorities while continuing to play a vital role in
the personal lives of our patrons.
The new strategic plan calls for the Library to
prioritize its services in these areas:
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LIBRARY HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Sunday (Temporary Main)
1:00-5:00 p.m.
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Explore our aspirations. We will maximize
the potential of our new buildings and stretch
the definition of what a library can be - and
do - for the community.
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Expand partnerships. We will collaborate
with strategic partners to achieve common
goals, impacting kindergarten readiness,
education and lifelong learning, and
navigating career, college and workforce
opportunities.
All Libraries are closed January 1 for
New Year’s Day and January 18 for M.L.K. Jr. Day
Sunday hours begin at
Miami Township Branch on
January 10, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Free sign language interpretation can be arranged for any
Library program by calling 937.496.8901 at least one
week in advance.
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or
videotaped for Library promotional purposes.
Notify Library staff if you prefer
not to be documented.
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Evaluate and enhance our core services.
We will continue to identify and provide
services and programs where the Library is
uniquely qualified because of our role as a
trusted community resource.
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Equip the Library’s staff and support
systems. The Library has an obligation to
ensure a responsive and responsible
organizational structure. We will be diligent
in our investments in technology and in
hiring, training and staff development. We
will prepare ourselves financially for long-term
sustainability.
The plan, Strategies for Impact, covers the
years 2016-2018. In this timeframe, we will have
completed 16 beautiful new or expanded Libraries,
averaging twice the size of our current branches,
and a new Main Library with public space more
than three times greater than before. But more
than the size of our buildings, we are re-imagining
what we can accomplish in them. Our new spaces
will encourage people to gather, create and learn
together. We will define the Dayton Metro Library
as a world-class organization, as well as a valued
contributor to our local community.
This program guide lists hundreds of
opportunities for you and your children to be
informed, inspired and enriched at Your Library.
Visit us and see how we
are not only the Library
you loved as a child, but
also the Library you’ll
need well into the future.
Tim Kambitsch
Executive Director
WHAT DO
WANT know?
Q.
When can I start teaching my baby?
A.
• It’s never too soon to help your baby learn and grow.
• Take your little one to Storytimes that develop
language, literacy and social skills.
• Visit the Early Literacy Blog for weekly
educational and reading suggestions.
• Sign up to get educational tips by text.
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Can you help me find a good job?
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I'm bored. What can I do?
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Can I get help with my school
project?
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• Use dependable online resources for
homework help and school projects.
• Get a Library card! A Student Card gives
you access to online resources plus limited
materials check out, too.
Q.
What should I do after high school?
A.
• Our resources can help you with college
applications.
• Use the Career Cruising website to find
careers that fit you best.
• Attend a Job Seekers program offered free each month.
• Use WinWay software to create a great resume.
• Plus learn organizational skills, personal finance and
small business marketing.
How can I keep up
with technology?
• Get one-on-one assistance with computer programs,
using your device and the Digital Collection.
• Take a computer class on Microsoft programs, specialized databases, even the basics for beginners.
• Dig into robotics, circuits, textiles, video
production, computers, lasers and a
whole lot more at your Library!
• Record and edit your sound in a Music Suite.
• Sign up for the Summer Challenge for fun,
free activities to keep you busy – and win
prizes too.
Q. How can I stay connected and engaged?
for Homebound Services and have books, music and
A. • Register
movies delivered to you. There’s iPad and device lending too.
• The Lobby Stop Library brings a mini-library to
assisted living and senior communities.
Q. What else does the Library have?
something new! Try a 3-D printer, teach yourself a foreign
A. • Learn
language, learn about your family history, get personal finance tips,
share a good book with friends, take up a new craft or learn a new skill
– there’s so much available at your Library!
AND ALL OF THESE SERVICES ARE FREE!
For the most current, complete list of activities, visit the online Event Calendar at DaytonMetroLibrary.org
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LEGO Club
Tuesdays, 1/12, 2/9, 3/8, 4/12, 3:30-4:30
p.m. Calling all builders! Have fun and
make new friends at our monthly club.
Grades K-4. *
Saturday Book Club
Saturdays, 1/16, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 2:002:30 p.m. Do you enjoy reading and
talking about books? Join this book club
just for 4th and 5th graders! *
After-School Math & Science Club
Wednesdays, 1/20, 2/17, 3/16,
4/20, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Investigate science topics
using snap circuits,
constructing simple
machines, building
bubbly geo panes and
more. Grades 1-3. *
Storytime
Wednesdays, 1/27-4/27, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Join us as we sing, play and read together.
Designed for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Advance registration preferred.
BROOKVILLE
Family LEGO Night
Mondays, 1/4, 2/1, 3/7, 4/4, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family for LEGO and board
games. What awesome things can you
build? Ages 3-12.
What a Disaster!
Monday, 1/11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Learn about
engineering disasters in history, then work
to make a structure of your own. Careful...
don’t let it fall! Ages 6-12. *
4 - Children’s Activities
Preschool
Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/26,
10:00-10:45 a.m. or Thursdays,
1/7-4/28, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Join us for stories,
songs, and other fun learning activities
designed to develop language, literacy and
social skills. Ages 3-5. *
Toddler Tales I
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/27, 10:00-10:30 a.m.
This early literacy program is geared toward
very young children and their parents or
caregivers. The early session is intended for
babies, birth through 24 months of age. *
Toddler Tales II
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/27, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
This early literacy program is geared toward
very young children and their parents or
caregivers. This session provides a more
complex experience than our earlier
session, and is intended for children
24-36 months. *
How to Draw
Every other Saturday, 2:00-3:00 p.m.,
1/16, 1/30, 2/13, 2/27,
3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23.
Drawing is much easier
er
than you think! We’ll
start with simple
projects and learn as
we go. Ages 6-12. *
The Impossible Day
Monday, 2/29, 7:00-8:00 p.m. An extra day
every four years? Celebrate this odd and
unusual day with seemingly-impossible
optical illusions, games and science tricks.
Ages 6-12. *
* Advance Registration Required for programs with this designation.
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Egg-Stravaganza
Monday, 3/14, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Create
marvelous marbled Easter eggs to take home
and learn about the Ukrainian tradition of
Psanky eggs. Ages 6-12. *
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Monday, 3/21, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Your stuffed
animal is invited to a sleepover
at the Library! You can pick him
up the next day. What will he
and his friends get up to
when the doors are
locked? Ages 3-8. *
Royal Tea Party
Monday, 4/11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Dress in your
royal best and join us for games and treats.
Ages 3-8. *
Evening Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/5-4/26, 6:30-7:00 p.m. Support
your child’s early literacy development at
this interactive family storytime for ages 6
and younger with a caregiver. Older siblings
welcome.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Support
your child’s early literacy development at this
interactive family storytime. Ages 3-6 with a
caregiver.
Paws to Read
Saturdays, 1/23, 2/20, 3/19, 4/16, 1:002:00 p.m. Did you know that dogs love
stories? They do – and they don’t mind
if you make mistakes.
Read to a wonderful
pet from the Miami
Valley Pet Therapy
Association.
Bear and
Bunny
by Daniel
Pinkwater
Coding
Games
in Scratch
Puppet Theater
Thursdays, 4/14,
6:30-7:00 p.m.
Enjoy hand puppet
plays for the
whole family.
EAST
LEGO Party
Mondays, 1/11, 2/15, 3/14, 4/11, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a fun afternoon building and creating
with LEGO. Ages 4-12.
Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/19, 10:00-10:45 a.m. Join us for
stories, songs and other fun learning activities
designed to develop the language, literacy and
social skills your preschooler needs for school
success. Ages 2-6.
BURKHARDT
LEGO Block Party
Mondays, 1/4-4/25, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Attention,
LEGO enthusiasts: bring the whole family for
an epic building bash! We’ll supply the blocks,
you supply the imagination.
Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
Wednesdays, 2/3-4/27, 9:45-10:15 a.m.
Join us for nursery rhymes, songs, finger
plays and stories to encourage early
literacy skills in young children. Ages
36 months and younger, with
an adult caregiver.
Harry Potter Book Night
Thursday, 2/4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Harry Potter with
crafts, games and snacks.
Dress as your favorite
character if you like.
Families welcome.
Batman vs
Superman Party
Thursday, 3/31, 12:30-2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Batman vs Superman
with crafts and
games. Prizes will be raffled.
Dress as your favorite superhero
if you like. Families welcome.
Maker Monday
Mondays, 1/25, 2/29, 3/28 4/25, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Work on amazing projects
using a different
Maker Kit
each month.
Ages 6-12.
ELECTRA C. DOREN
Family Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/19, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/20, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
(No Storytimes 3/29 or 3/30.) Families are
invited to read, sing, dance and play.
Bingo Fun!
Saturdays, 1/16, 4/9, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Play Bingo with friends and win a prize!
For grades K-6.
LEGO Club
Saturdays, 1/30, 2/27, 3/26, 4/23, 2:003:30 p.m. Get together with friends and
see how creative you can be with LEGO.
Ages 5 and up.
Children’s Activities - 5
ELECTRA C.DOREN continued...
Valentine’s Day Tea
Saturday, 2/13, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Celebrate
Valentine’s Day with stories, songs and a
sweet treat from Evans Bakery! Grades K-4. *
Discovery Station
Saturday, 3/12, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Full
STEAM ahead! Explore hands-on activities
in Science, Technology, Engineering,
Art and Math.
Grades K-4. *
Lollipop Puppet Theater
Tuesday, 4/26, 6:30-7:00 p.m. Puppets will
help us wrap up our spring Storytimes and
get ready for the Summer Challenge.
All ages welcome.
HUBER HEIGHTS
Tadpole Tales
Tuesdays, 1/5-4/26, 10:00-10:45 a.m. Hear
great stories, sing songs and make a craft.
Ages 2-3 with a parent or caregiver.
Frozen Party
Saturday, 1/30, 11:00-12:00 p.m. Love Frozen?
Join us for games, crafts and more.
Connect Four Tournament
Tuesday, 3/22, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Test your
Connect Four skills against other players!
Register at 4:00, gameplay starts at 4:30.
Grades K-6.
Springo Bingo
Tuesday, 4/5, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Join us for
spring-themed Bingo. Will there be prizes?
Of course!
Harry Potter Murder Mystery
Tuesday, 4/19, 4:00-6:00 p.m. There’s
been a murder at Hogwarts! Can you solve
the crime? Snacks will be provided as we
work through the mystery. Costumes are
encouraged. Grades 5-8. *
Superhero Party
Saturday, 4/30, 11:00-12:00 p.m. Batman,
Superman, the Avengers - celebrate all of
your favorite superheroes with games,
crafts and more.
KETTERING-MORAINE
All Kettering-Moraine Children’s Programs take
place at Fairmont Presbyterian Church, 3705 Far
Hills Avenue, while the Library is under construction.
Preschool STEM Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/19-4/26, 10:30-11:15 a.m. and 1:302:15 p.m. Join us for stories, songs and other
fun learning activities designed to develop
the language, literacy and social skills your
preschooler needs for school success. Ages 3-5.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Bilingual Babytime
Wednesdays, 1/20-4/27, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Join us for an award-winning early literacy
program in Spanish and English that uses
rhymes, songs,
puppets, musical
instruments and
more to stimulate
the learning
process of babies
and toddlers.
Ages 3-24 months.
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
A fun-filled, interactive session that uses
rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments
and more to stimulate the learning process
of babies and toddlers. Ages birth-24 months
with a parent or caregiver.
Leapfrogs Storytime
Thursdays, 1/7-4/28, 1:00-1:45 p.m. Stories,
music and more! Groups please register in
advance. Ages 4-5.
Saturday LEGO Club
Saturdays, 1/9, 2/6, 3/5, 4/9, 11:00-12:00 p.m.
Love LEGO? Visit us for an
hour of building each
month. We supply
the LEGO bricks.
Homeschool Meet Up
Tuesdays, 1/12, 2/9, 3/8, 4/12, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Attention all homeschool kids and parents:
meet up at the Library! Call or visit for details
on each month’s topic and activity. Grades K-6.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
A Treat for Your Sweet!
Saturday, 2/20, 2:303:30 p.m. Make a sweet
Valentine for someone
special. Grades K-3.
Spring in the Library
Thursday, 3/31, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Spring into a fun craft!
Grades K-4.
MIAMI TOWNSHIP
Mother Goose on the Loose Babytime
Wednesdays, 1/20-4/27, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Join us for an award-winning early literacy
program that uses rhymes, songs, puppets,
musical instruments and more to stimulate
the learning process of babies and toddlers.
Ages 3-24 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thursdays, 1/21-4/28, 10:00-10:30 a.m. and
11:00-11:30 a.m. It’s never too
early to grow your child’s love
of learning. Your little ones will
enjoy music, rhymes, stories
and fingerplays designed just
for them. Ages 18-36 months.
MADDEN HILLS
Preschool Storytimes
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/13, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Join
us for stories, songs and other fun learning
activities designed to develop language,
literacy and social skills. Ages 3-5.
Game Day!
Saturday, 1/23 & 4/16, 3:00-4:00 p.m. It’s Game
Time! Enjoy fun games and treats. Grades 3-8.
The Underground
Wednesday, 2/10, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Take a trip to
the past and discover your history. Grades 4-8.
Mother Goose Story Time
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 9:45-10:15 a.m.
Join us for songs, nursery rhymes and stories!
For children ages 18-36 months with an adult
caregiver.
Preschool Story Time
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 10:45-11:30 a.m. Join
literacy and social skills.
Super Science Saturdays
Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Join us the 2nd
Saturday of each month for fun with science:
1/9: Magnets – What is a magnet? How does it
work? What can we use them for? Enjoy stories
about magnets and then perform experiments
to find out how and why magnets work.
2/13: Weather – How is weather predicted?
What can we learn from clouds? What factors
affect the temperature? Books and activities
will help participants answer those qquestions
and more.
3/12: Building – Exploree
how we build things.
Learn about load-bearingg
structures with books andd hands-on
activities.
4/9: Sound – What is sound?
ound? How do
we tell one sound from another?
nother? We’ll
have a variety of activities
es and musical
instruments to explore.
Comics Squad
Lunch!
Valentine
Cat
by Jennifer L.
& Matthew
Holm
by Deborah
Underwood
Family Movie Night
Thursday, 1/14, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Join us for a family-friendly movie, complete
with free popcorn and a drink.
Fancy Nancy Party
Thursday, 2/25, 7:00-8:00 pp.m. Enjoy
j y this
opportunity to dress up in your most elegant
(that’s another word for fancy)
outfit! We’ll read Fancy Nancy
stories and enjoy hors
d’oeuvres (that’s a fancyy
word for snacks) and make
ake
ornamental crafts! Ages
5 and up. Registration
requested.
Build Your Own Race Track
rack
Thursday, 3/24, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Use recycled
materials to construct a racetrack. Time your
car and race against other builders. You get
to take your track and car home at the end
of the program!
MIAMISBURG
Builder’s Club
Saturdays, 1/2, 2/6, 3/5, 4/2, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Do you like LEGO? If so, this is the place for
you! Build LEGO masterpieces with our bricks.
Grades K-4.
For the Dogs Book Club
Mondays, 1/4, 2/1, 3/7, 4/4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Reading to dogs is a fun way to work on
reading skills. Grades K-2. *
Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.,
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., 1/5-3/24. Join us for
an award-winning early literacy program for
toddlers with their parents or caregivers. Enjoy
music, rhymes, stories and fun with your little
one. Ages 3 and younger. *
MIAMISBURG continued...
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. & Wednesdays at
10:00 a.m., 1/5-4/27. Enjoy stories, rhymes,
crafts, and puppet shows. Ages 3-5, siblings
welcome.
3/4 Book Club
Mondays, 1/11, 2/8, 3/14, 4/11, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Book discussion, snacks, games, art and
science activities for kids in grades 3 & 4. *
Magic Tree House Party
Wednesday, 1/13, 4:305:30 p.m. Enjoy games,
crafts and snacks inspired
by the adventures of Jack
and Annie as we celebrate
the newest Magic Tree
House book. Ages 5-10. *
I *HEART* Pop-Ups!
Saturday, 2/13, 2:00-3:00 p.m. We love
our pop-up books! We’ll share pop-up
books, then make pop-up Valentine’s Day
cards and snack on popcorn too!
Ology Adventure
Saturday, 3/12, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Are you
a curious adventurer with an interest in
myths, legends and the unknown? Explore
the Ology fantasy encyclopedia series with
games, activities and snacks. Ages 7-12. *
Rainbow Magic Fairy Party
Saturday, 4/30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wear your
fairy attire if you wish, and join us as we
celebrate the Rainbow Magic Fairy books. *
NEW LEBANON
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/5-4/19, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Stories, books, music and crafts for
children ages 2-6.
Mother’s Day Tea
Tuesday, 4/26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Moms
and children of all ages are invited to join
us for a special story time and tea party.
Each child gets a take-home
craft for Mother’s Day. *
LEGO Fun
Wednesdays, 1/13 and 3/9, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 2/13 and 4/9, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
If you love LEGO, you’ll love this program!
Build just about anything you can imagine
with our bricks, or take on the monthly
challenge. Ages 6-12 and their families.
NORTHMONT
TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL WEEK
JANUARY 4-7:
Paws to Read, Monday, 1/4, 11:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. Practice reading to
a wonderful pet from the
Miami Valley Pet Therapy
Association. Ages 4-10.
Book Lunch, Tuesday, 1/5, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
It’s a special Winter Edition of our popular
summer program. Bring your lunch and
we’ll provide dessert. Enjoy stories while
dining and participate in a surprise
rprise
activity. Grades K-4. *
Drawing with Your Friends,
Wednesday, 1/6, 11:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. Spend an hour with friends
creating unique works of art. We’ll have
drawing books for inspiration. Ages 4-10.
Music Maker Fun, Thursday,
ursday, 1/7, 2:003:00 p.m. Celebrate thee power of music
with games, songs and
instruments. Ages 4-10..
Family Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/26, 4:30-5:00
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Have quality family time with books,
songs and activities parents and
children can enjoy together. *
Storytime
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 1/13-4/28, 10:0010:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs and
other fun learning activities designed to
develop the language, literacy and social
skills your preschooler needs for school
success. Ages 3-5. *
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Mr. Lemoncello’s Library
Olympics
Love Monster
and the last
Chocolate
by Chris
Grabenstein
by Rachel
Bright
Yu-Gi-Oh!
Saturday, 4/23, 11:00-12:00 p.m. Practice your
game of strategy battling monsters, weapons
and spells against others. Ages 5-12.
TROTWOOD
Storytime
Thursdays, 1/7-4/28, 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Join us for stories, songs and other fun
learning activities designed to develop the
language, literacy and social skills your
preschooler needs for school success.
Ages 4-6.
Babies & Books
Wednesdays & Thursdays,
1/13-4/28, 11:30-12:00 p.m.
Parents or caregivers,
bring your little ones
for stories, songs,
nursery rhymes and
fingerplays designed
for children 36 months
and younger with
a caregiver. *
Paws to Read
Fridays, 1/15 and 1/29, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Practice
reading to dogs from the Miami Pet Therapy
Association. Ages 4-12.
Homeschool Hour
Tuesdays, 1/19, 2/16, 3/15, 4/19, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Talk about a different topic each month,
then do a fun activity inspired by the topic.
Grades 1-6. *
LEGO Fun
Friday, 2/12,
4:00-5:00 p.m. Build with LEGO! Bring your
own or use our LEGO bricks. Ages 4 and up. *
Paws to Read
Saturdays, 1/16, 2/27, 3/26, 4/23, 1:003:00 p.m. Read to a Miami Valley Pet Therapy
Association pet. Each child will have a 15-minute
time slot to spend with the furry friends. *
Beat the Winter Blues BINGO
Tuesday, 2/23, 6:30-7:30 p.m. It’s snowing
outside and winter is far from over, so spend an
evening playing BINGO and beat those winter
blues away! Ages 3-12. *
LEGO Challenge
Thursday, 1/14 and 3/24, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Put your creativity to the test and see if you can
build the best creation. LEGO bricks provided;
your creations have to stay at the Library.
Crazy Crayons!
Tuesday, 3/29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Celebrate those
crazy crayons from books like The Day the
Crayons Quit with stories, crafts and activities.
Ages 4-10. *
Bird Feeder Craft
Thursday, 1/28, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Make a craft
to feed the birds this winter, then get hands-on
learning experience with the MetroParks bird kit.
Family Book Club: Circus Mirandus
Thursday, 4/14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Read the book
Circus Mirandus by Cassie
Beasley, then join us for
dinner and talk about it. For
grades 3-6 and their families. *
Valentine’s Day Craft
Thursday, 2/11, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Make a sweet craft
to give away on Valentine’s Day.
BINGO!
Thursday, 2/25, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Make your own
Bingo board and play for awesome prizes.
TROTWOOD continued...
Board Game Fun
Thursday, 3/10, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Play a variety
of board games we’ll have on hand for you.
Maker Kit: Circuits
Thursday, 4/7, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Experiment
with playdough and Squishy Circuits.
Earth Day Craft
Thursday, 4/21, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day by
decorating a flowerpot
and planting seeds.
VANDALIA
Storytimes
Mondays, 1/25-3/28, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, 1/26-3/29, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursdays, 1/28-3/31, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Join
literacy and social skills. Ages 3-6.
Puppet Shows & Crafts
Monday, 2/29, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, 3/1, 7:00-8:00 p.m..
Thursday, 3/3, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Monday, 4/4, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, 4/5, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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Thursday, 4/7, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
WEST CARROLLTON
Wiggle Worms Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/5-4/26, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Here’s a
storytime especially for babies and toddlers.
We’ll read stories, dance, sing songs and
finish with a craft. Ages 3 and younger.
Rubber Duck Club Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/5-4/26, 1:00-1:30 p.m. This
storytime is geared toward preschoolers
and their families. We’ll read stories, play
games, dance, sing songs and end with a
craft. Ages 3-6.
Storytime
Dance Party
Sto
Thursdays,
1/7, 3/10, 4/7, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Thu
For kids who like to move and dance – we’ll
read stories with motions, listen to music,
sing songs and dance around the room.
For ages 3-8.
LEGO
LEG at the Library
Thursdays,
1/21, 2/25, 3/24, 4/21, 7:00Thu
8:00 p.m. Try to outbuild your friends at
our monthly LEGO challenge. We’ll provide
LEGO, you only need to bring your creativity.
Cookie & Cupcake Decorating
Monday, 2/15, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Decorate your own cookies
and cupcakes to give
away or keep. We’ll have
a variety of frosting and
toppings so you can make
awesome-looking goodies.
All supplies provided.
Toddler Tales
Wednesdays, 1/27-4/6, 11:00-11:30 a.m. It’s
never too early to grow your child’s love of
learning. Your little ones will enjoy music,
rhymes, stories, and fingerplays designed
just for them. Ages 18 months-2 years.
Gumdrop Day
Monday, 2/15, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Schools
out! Join us for stories, songs, games, and
other fun learning activities all related to
gumdrops. Snacks will be served. Ages 3-6.
Pajama Storytime
Tuesday, 3/22,
7:00-8:00 p.m. Wear
your pajamas and
bring your favorite
stuffed animal for
stories, crafts, music
and fun. Snacks will
be served. Ages 3-8.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Mission
Hurricane
by Jenny
Goebel
Rhythm Ride
by Andrea
Davis-Pinkney
Read Across America: Dr. Seuss
Celebration
Wednesday, 3/2, 4:00-5:30 p.m. Celebrate
Dr. Seuss’ birthday wit
with a special
storytime featuring guest readers
West Carrollton
from the We
community. Seuss-themed
prizes and refreshments
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will
w be provided.
Ultimate Egg Hunt
Monday, 3/21, 4:30-5:00 p.m. It’s the ultimate
egg hunt! There are more than 500 plastic eggs
hidden throughout the Library. Who can find
the most before time runs out? All participants
get a prize.
It’s All About the Money for Kids
Wednesday, 4/27, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Earn play money with various games,
then spend it in our meeting room,
which will be turned into a pretend
grocery store. All supplies provided.
WESTWOOD
Games and Glitter
Thursdays, 1/7-4/28, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Come
in out of the cold, munch on tasty popcorn
and get your game on. Board games,
puzzles and craft supplies available
for warm afternoon fun.
National Popcorn Day
Tuesday, 1/19, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Pop in and learn
fun popcorn facts, taste mouth-watering
popcorn treats and play a popping game of
corn hole.
Love is in the Air
Monday, 2/8-Friday, 2/12, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Any day this week, make your sweetheart a
Valentine card. We’ll provide the supplies.
Tree Tapping Time
Late February through March, we’ll hang the
sap bucket and tap our maple tree. Stop by
and check out our syrup production!
Flap Jacks, Sausage
and Maple Syrup
Monday, 3/14,
4:00-5:00 p.m.
Come, eat and enjoy
Westwood’s own
home-tapped
maple syrup!
Here Comes Peter Cotton Tail
Saturday, 3/26, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Bring your
own bag and your quick bunny legs and go
on an Easter Egg Hunt. Sweet treats for all
and a special prize for the one who finds
the golden egg! Weather permitting, egg
hunt will be outdoors.
Spring Fling
Monday, 4/18, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Crafts, stories
and treats.
WILMINGTON -STROOP
January Puppet Shows
Tuesday, 1/5, 7:007:30 p.m. Wednesday, 1/6,
10:00-10:30 a.m. Thursday,
1/7, 11:00-11:30 a.m. With
a mix of songs and puppet
plays, it’s fun for the
whole family!
WILMINGTON-STROOP continued...
Sensory Storytime
Saturdays, 1/9, 2/6, 3/5, 4/2,
10:00-11:00 a.m. This storytime
is geared toward children ages
3-8 with ASD. We’ll sing songs,
read stories and enjoy a craft
or activity. A parent or caregiver
must attend with each child.
Preschool Science Club
Mondays, 1/11 and 3/7, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Expand your child’s curiosity for learning
and experimenting. Ages 3-6. *
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/5, 5:30-6:30 p.m. and
Thursdays, 1/14-4/7, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Join us
for an award-winning early literacy program
that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical
instruments and more to stimulate the
learning process of babies and toddlers.
Family Storytime
Tuesdays, 1/12-4/5, 7:00-7:30 p.m. Have
quality family time with books,
ooks, songs and
activities for parents and children to enjoy
together. PreK-Grade 2 and their families.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/6, 10:00-10:30
:30 a.m.
and 11:00-11:30 a.m. It’s never too early
arly to
grow your child’s love of learning. Yourr little
ones will enjoy music, rhymes, stories andd
fingerplays designed just for them. Ages
22 months-3 years.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/6, 1:00-1:30 p.m.
Thursdays, 1/14-4/7, 11:00-11:30 a.m. Join us
for stories, songs, and other fun learning
activities designed to develop the language,
literacy and social skills your preschooler
needs for school success. Ages 3-5.
PAWS to Read Bookclub
Saturdays, 1/16 and 3/12, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Read animal-themed books and make crafts
with furry members of the Miami Valley Pet
Therapy Association. Grades K-4.
Star Wars Fun All Day
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a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Monday, 1/25, 9:30 a.m
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activities and other
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Open to Star Wars
W fans of any age,
ssoo bring the whole family!
cho Math Club
Preschool
Mondays, 2/8 and 4/11, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Expand your preschooler’s math
skills using games, manipulatives
and stories. Ages 3-7. *
Help Us MAKE a Book Quilt!
Thursday, 2/11, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Create a quilt square illustrating a
story or character you love. We’ll use
our Textile Maker Kit for a finished
piece to be displayed in the Children’s
Area. Grades 2-5. *
Dr. Seuss BINGO
Wednesday, 3/2, 3:3004:30 p.m. Celebrate
Dr. Seuss’s birthday
with a wacky game
of Bingo.
Easter Egg Crafts
Thursday, 3/24, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Make
beautiful Easter egg crafts to take home. *
April Puppet Shows
Tuesday, 4/12, 7:00-7:30 p.m. Wednesday,
4/13, 10:00-10:30 a.m. Thursday, 4/14, 11:0011:30 a.m. With a mix of songs and puppet
plays, it’s fun for the whole family!
Learn to be a Top Secret Spy
Thursday, 4/14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Use our
Maker Kits to write secret messages with
invisible ink and use lasers to solve mazes.
Grades K-5. *
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
The Force
Awakens
Visual
Dictionary
Check Out a
Nurture
YOUR Little
Learner!
Backpack topics for ages 1-3:
Full of books, toys, games and learning activities, these
backpacks make learning fun! The quality, age-appropriate
materials in each themed backpack teach young children the
skills they need for school success: talking, singing, reading,
writing and learning. Sprout Backpacks are for parents,
caregivers, teachers and homeschoolers of children ages 1 to 8.
Sprout Backpacks are available for a three-week check out from
all Dayton Metro Library locations. If a backpack is not available at
your Library, please ask your Librarian to reserve one for you. You
can also reserve online at DaytonMetroLibrary.org and enter “early
childhood resource center” into the Catalog Search field.
Backpack topics for ages 3-8:
Memory
All About Shapes
Imitation
Getting Along
Barnyard Fun
Everyday Objects
Shapes in My World
Going to the Market
Crash, Boom, Bang
Rules Keep Us Safe
My Pizza Shop
Friendship and Sharing
Problem Solving
Colors All Around Me
1, 2, 3 Look at Me
by Sarah
Mlynowski
What are
Sprout
Backpacks?
Backpack
Groups & Categories
Once Upon a
Frog
What Happens Next
(Cause & Effect)
What’s that Sound
Oops, Look at that!
Talking, Reading &
Writing
Cookie Comprehension
On the Farm Rhyme Time
Words, Musical Words
Writing A to Z
Science
Life Cycle of a Butterfly
Backyard Discovery
Season of the Year
Math
Shapes All Around
Fish Counting 1, 2, 3
Snake Length
Color Patterns
Emotions
Me and My Emotions
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BROOKVILLE
LEGO Robots
Tuesdays, 1/5, 2/2, 3/15, 4/5, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Team up with friends and learn how to
program our LEGO EV3 units. What can
you make your robot do? Ages 9-12. *
Tween Video Games
Tuesdays, 1/12, 2/9, 3/8, 4/12, 7:008:00 p.m. Video games are even more fun
with friends. We have different games for
you each month. Ages 9-12.
Crazy Crochet
Monday 2/15 and Tuesday, 2/16, 6:308:00 p.m. Crochet a belt or phone cozy.
Don’t know how? We’ll teach you!
Ages 9-12. *
Magic with a Mad Scientist
Thursday, 3/24,
3:30-5:00 p.m.
Is it science or is it
magic? Play with
the elements:
earth, fire, air
and water you’ll see tricks
that baffle
the mind!
Ages
11-15.*
BURKHARDT
Tween Café
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Play a game, make a craft, participate in
science experiments or just hang out.
Ages 8-12.
14 - Tween Activities
ELECTRA
C. DOREN
Totally Tween Thursday
Thursday, 4/14, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Calling all
tweens! Come hang out at the Library and
talk about your favorite books/movies,
enjoy yummy snacks, and play games!
Ages 9-12.
MADDEN HILLS
Game Day!
Saturday, 1/23 & 4/16, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
It’s Game Time! Enjoy fun games and
treats. Grades 3-8.
The Underground
Wednesday, 2/10, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Take a
trip to the past and discover your history.
Grades 4-8.
March Movie Madness
Saturday, 3/19, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Have a
ball and enjoy a good movie and snacks.
Ages 9-13.
MIAMISBURG
Chess Meet-ups
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27,
3:00-4:00 p.m. Students at
Miamisburg Middle School: jjoin in
some friendly competition
mpetition
after school. All skill levels
are welcome. Don’t
n’t know
how to play?
No problem.
Come and learn!
Grades 6-8.
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Club Book
Mondays, 1/11, 2/8, 3/14, 4/11, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Exclusively for book lovers in grades 5-8!
Join other readers, eat snacks, and talk
about great fiction.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Button Making
Tuesday, 2/9, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Valentine’s Day is coming soon - make a
Valentine for that special someone!
NEW LEBANON
March Madness
Tuesday, 3/8, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Play Wii &
GameCube NBA games.
Tween Advisory Group
Wednesdays, 1/20, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20, 4:005:00 p.m. Help your Library plan things
that interest YOU! Join our Tween Advisory
Group and speak up about what kinds of
programs you want to have. Grades 4-6. *
Kitchen Maker Kit: Taste Tasting
Tuesday, 4/12, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Put your taste
buds to the test and make various sweet and
salty snacks.
NORTHMONT
Intro to Acting
Thursdays, 1/14 -2/4,
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Learn the basics
of acting with
Ms. Sheila, a
former
University of
Dayton theater
instructor.
Ages 9-12. *
Homeschool Hour
Tuesdays, 1/19, 2/16, 3/15, 4/19, 1:302:30 p.m. Talk about a different topic each
month, then have fun with an activity
inspired by the topic. Grades 1-6. *
Kids Knit
Wednesdays, 3/9 & 3/16, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Join us for this fun introduction
to knitting.
Ages 9-12. *
WEST CARROLLTON
LED Throwies
Monday, 1/25, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Design your
own LED Throwie while learning about
electricity and magnets.
Hershey Kiss Roses
Monday, 2/1, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Need something
sweet for that special someone? See what
you can make with Hershey Kisses,
just in time for Valentine’s Day.
The Rosemary
Spell
by Virginia
Zimmerman
Urban Tribes
by Lisa
Charleyboy
Computer Gaming Lab
Monday, 4/4, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Try
out our Raspberry Pi and Arduino
kits, or challenge other teens on
our computers.
WILMINGTON -STROOP
KMS Lounge
Wednesdays, 1/13, 2/10, 3/9, 4/13, 4:005:30 p.m. Area middle schoolers, come for
90 minutes of games and chillaxation. Hang
out, play video games, challenge someone
to a board game, impress us with card tricks
or yo-yo skills, eat snacks and blow off steam
between school and home.
Grades 6-8.
Paracord Bracelets
Monday, 3/7, 3:004:30 p.m. A survival
bracelet is a great
item to have
when you need
it most. Make
a bracelet and
discover uses
for paracord.
All materials
provided.
TROTWOOD
Rainbow Looms
Tuesday, 1/12, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Make pretty rainbow accessories.
Bring your own loom if you have one.
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BELMONT
Nerdfighter Night
Thursdays, 1/7-4/28, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
A weekly gathering where teens can openly
be nerds!
Powerful Girls
Saturdays, 1/23, 2/20, 3/19, 4/16, 3:004:30 p.m. Calling all girls between the
ages of 13-17 who are determined to be
strong, smart, bold young women! Find
out what it takes to rock at your highest
potential and make the world a better place.
Presented by Girls Inc., YWCA-Dayton.
1/23 – New Year, New You
2/20 – Teen Dating Violence Awareness
3/19 – Women’s History and Leadership
4/16 – STD’s
BROOKVILLE
Teen Advisory Group
Wednesdays, 1/6, 2/3, 3/2, 4/6, 3:305:00 p.m. Want your voice heard? Come
to our Teen Advisory Group and tell us
what you want at your Library. We’ll have
book discussions and snacks too. It counts
toward volunteer hours. Ages 13-17. *
Teen Anime Club
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Come hang with us otaku-style! Watch an
assortment of anime, learn about Japanese
culture and more. Ages 13-17. *
16 - Teen Activities
Just 4 Teens
Thursdays, 1/14, 2/11, 3/10, 4/14, 3:305:00 p.m. Hang out after school to read,
play games, chat, craft or just come and
chill. Snacks and drinks provided.
Ages 13-17.
Sew a Sock Animal
Thursday, 1/21, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Make a bear,
monkey, cat or even a Totoro out of a sock.
Please bring your own socks. (Preferably
clean!) We’ll have a limited supply. *
Teens React
Thursday, 1/28, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Watch videos that were popular
before YouTube and tell us what you
think. All videos were made before
2010. Snacks provided.
Ages 13-17. *
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
Thursday, 2/18, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Can’t stand
the mushy stuff? Not a fan of romance?
Come to our Anti-Valentine’s Party.
Snacks provided. Ages 13-17. *
T-Shirt Rug
Thursday, 2/25, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Use a hula hoop and cut up t-shirts
to weave a rug for your room. Please
bring your own shirts - we’ll have
onlyy a limited supply. Ages 13-17. *
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Winter Book Titles!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Thursday, 3/17, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Celebrate
St. Patrick’s Day with Irish Folktales. Snacks
provided. Ages 13-17. *
Library Mini-Golf
Thursday, 2/11, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Have you
ever wanted to play mini-golf in the Library?
Yeah, so have we!
Paracord Crafts
Thursday, 3/31, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Make a
bracelet, keychain or anything you can
imagine out of paracord. Snacks provided.
Ages 13-17. *
Breakfast of Books
Thursday, 3/10, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Talk about new
books, watch trailers and munch on breakfast
foods. Leave with a huge To-Read pile!
Blackout Poetry
Thursday, 4/21, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
For Poetry Month, write Blackout
Poetry by taking a page from a
book or a newspaper, selecting
the words you want and
blacking out the rest. *
Flowers and Butterflies for Mom
Thursday, 4/28, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Need a gift for
Mother’s Day? Make a bouquet of flowers or
a butterfly for her garden out of soda cans.
Ages 13-17. *
BURKHARDT
Crafternoon
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Do
a unique craft every month. Open to all ages.
Taste Testing
Thursday, 1/14, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Put your taste
buds to the test! Can you tell the difference
between name and generic brands?
Family Movie Night
Thursday, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21,
5:30-7:30 p.m. Relax and watch a
different blockbuster each month.
Popcorn and drinks provided.
Teen Café
Thursdays, 1/28, 2/25, 3/24, 4/28, 4:005:00 p.m. Enjoy down time playing games,
doing crafts and hanging out with friends.
Melt Away Party
Tuesday, 3/29, 12:30-2:00 p.m. As winter
melts away, create brand new pieces of art by
melting different items.
Batman vs Superman Party
Batman vs Superman with crafts and games.
Prizes will be raffled. Dress as your favorite
superhero, if you like. Families welcome.
EAST
Make It with the 3-D Kit
Tuesday, 1/26, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Design and
build with Strawbees and 3-Doodler Pens.
A Watercolor Bot can even paint your
digital artwork onto paper for you!
The Gender
Quest
Workbook
by Rylan J.
Testa, PhD
Teens and
LGBT Issues
by Christine
Wilcox
Make It with the Circuit Kit
Tuesday, 4/26, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Featuring Snap Circuits, Squishy Circuits,
conductive ink pens
and more - YOU
complete the circuit
with your skills
and imagination!
ELECTRA C.
DOREN
Popcorn & A Movie
Every other Monday, 6:00-8:00 p.m. 1/11, 1/25,
2/8, 2/22, 3/7, 3/21, 4/11 & 4/25. Call us for
the movie titles, and we’ll provide the snacks.
Ages 13-17.
Teen Game Night & Crafts
Every other Thursday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 1/14,
1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/10, 3/24, 4/14 & 4/28.
Spend time with friends and play chess,
checkers, cards or video games. Feeling
creative? Do a craft! Supplies and
refreshments provided. Ages 13-17.
Giant Origami
Tuesday, 2/16, 3:304:30 p.m. What’s better
than showing off a
paper crane you
made? How about
making one that
takes two hands
to hold! Using
simple folds you’ll
walk out with
HUGE results!
Craft a Pocket
Notebook
Tuesday, 3/15, 3:304:30 p.m. From design
to binding, you can create
a unique and functional
notebook that will impress
your friends.
Teen Activities - 17
ELECTRA C. DOREN continued...
Duct Tape Creations
Saturday, 1/23, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Make
everyday objects and shapes with duct tape.
Supplies and snacks provided. Ages 13-17.
Hershey’s Kisses Roses
Thursday, 2/4, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Give your
Valentine a sweetheart rose made with
Hershey’s chocolate candy. Supplies
provided. Ages 13-17.
3-D Maker Kit
Monday, 3/14 - Saturday, 3/19,
anytime this week. Design
and create amazing objects
with Strawbees (build
structures with straws
and connectors) and
3-Doodler Pens.
Mehndi Art Gloves
Saturday, 4/16, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Enjoy the
practice of Mehndi without staining your
skin - create marker designs while wearing
a glove. Supplies and snacks provided.
Ages 13-17.
HUBER HEIGHTS
Anime Club
Wednesdays, 1/6, 2/3, 3/2, 4/6, 3:305:00 p.m. Calling all otaku! If you
like watching anime, reading
manga, eating tasty Japanese
snacks and drawing, this is
the club for you! Grades 7-12.
Fandom Fest
Wednesday, 1/13, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Are you a
Whovian? Love Supernatural or the Marvel
Universe? Are you a die-hard Harry Potter
fan or a proud Brony? Whatever fandoms
you’re part of, there’s something for you at
Fandom Fest! Cosplay is encouraged.
Open Maker Lab
Wednesdays, 1/20, 2/17, 3/23, 4/20, 3:305:00 p.m. Unleash your creativity! We’ll
supply a variety of materials for you to
make whatever you like, plus we’ll have a
special project every month.
Teen Gaming
Wednesdays, 1/27, 2/24, 3/30, 4/27, 3:305:00 p.m. Come to the Library for video
games on the big screen, snacks and your
favorite board and card games too.
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
Wednesday, 2/10, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Join us
to decorate broken heart cookies, listen to
break-up songs and eat tons of chocolate.
Robot Battle Royale
Wednesday, 3/9, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Build your
own Bristlebot, then take part in a robot
battle royale!
Allegiant Party
Wednesday, 3/16, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Celebrate
the release of the newest movie in the
Divergent series. You could win a movie
theater gift card!
Teen Top Chef
Wednesday, 4/13, 3:305:00 p.m. Team up with
your friends to compete
in a cooking challenge.
Impress the judges and
you could win a prize.
Teen Advisory Board
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/11, 4/7, 3:30-5:00 p.m. (2:304:00 p.m. on 3/3) Get involved and make a
difference! Earn community service hours for
school. Pick up an application at the program.
Teen Drawing Club
Thursday, 1/21, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
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Tabletop Gaming
Thursday, 1/28, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Play games
after school, including board games, card
games and other games played on a table
or flat surface.
Teen Movie Day
Thursday, 3/10, 3:30-5:00 p.m. It’s time for
a free movie and snacks. Watch a movie
selected by the Teen Advisory Board, rated
PG-13, PG or G.
Button Maker Art
Thursday, 2/4, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Bring in
photos or other graphics and turn them
into wearable buttons.
KETTERINGMORAINE
All teen programs
will meet at Christ
United Methodist
Church, 3440
Shroyer Road,
while the
Library is under
construction.
DIY Craft
Thursdays,
2/25, 3/17, 4/14,
3:30-5:00 p.m.
(2:30-4:00 p.m. on
1/14) Learn something
new and make new
friends. There’s a different
craft each month.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
M.I.Y.
Thursdays, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17,
4/21, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Make It
Yourself! Get creative and
become a MAKER with a
different project each month:
Locker Magnets, Franken
Toys, Fandom Buttons and
Duct Tape Stuff. All materials
provided.
MIAMISBURG
Rainbow Loom
Thursday, 2/18, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Remember
Rainbow Loom Bracelets? We’re bringing
them back! Join us and make a bracelet.
Make a Scene!
First three Tuesdays each month, 3:304:30 p.m. 1/5, 12 & 19; 2/2, 9 & 16; 3/1, 8 & 15;
4/5, 12 & 19. Want some drama in your life?
Explore character building and other acting
skills. No experience or line memorizing
required. Grades 7-12.
Iron Bracelets
Thursday, 3/31, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Have you ever
made a bracelet with a plastic pop bottle, nail
polish and an iron? Try it!
Teen Movie
Thursday, 1/7, 6:00-8:00 p.m. It’s Old Rock
Day - Celebrate with Jack Black in a hilarious
classic movie.
Poetry Workshop
Thursday, 4/21, 3:30-5:00 p.m. Write poetry
and learn from an experienced instructor at
this program celebrating Poetry Month.
Maker Kit: Computing
Thursday, 1/14, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Learn how
to build interactive objects and explore
computer programming with Arduino and the
Raspberry Pi.
Cupcake Decorating Contest
Thursday, 4/28, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Teens of Kettering - compete
to see who makes the best
decorated cupcakes!
MIAMI TOWNSHIP
Game On
Every other Tuesday, 3:30-5:30 p.m. 1/12, 1/26,
2/9, 2/23, 3/8, 3/22, 4/5, 4/19. Drop in, hang
out and play games of all kinds. Use our
new XboxOne or play board games and
card games and have snacks too.
Exploring E-Textiles
Thursday, 1/21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Discover ways
circuits can be used with textiles and paper using
LEDs, conductive thread or conductive tape.
Build Your Own Book Purse
Thursday, 1/28, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
We’ll provide everything
you need to create a
stylish clutch purse
out of an old book
(other options will
be available too). *
Hilary
Rodham
Clinton
by Karen
Blumenthal
Sex
by Nikol
Hasler
TableTop Game Café
Thursdays, 2/4 and 2/18, 4:00-6:00 p.m. From
Monopoly to Munchkin, we have a variety of
new and classic board and card games to play.
Made with Love:
Valentine Cookie Bake-Off
Thursday, 2/11, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Our Kitchen
Science Maker Kit has everything you need
to bake a batch of cookies. Wrap them up for
your Valentine, or eat them right there on the
spot! *
A Brother Grimm’s Birthday
Wilhem Grimm’s birthday with cake and a
movie inspired by the Brothers Grimm stories.
Teens can vote for the movie beginning 2/1 in
the Teen Zone.
Maker Kit: Circuits
Thursday, 3/3, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Featuring
Snap Circuits, Squishy Circuits, conductive
ink pens and more YOU complete the
circuit with your skill
and imagination!
The Making of the Green
Thursday, 3/10, 4:00-6:00 p.m. St. Patrick’s
Day is coming – got green? Our Textiles
Maker Kit has everything you need to make
yourself some wearable green: sewing
machines, knitting needles, crotchet hooks,
fabric, thread and yarn. You can also bring
your own project to work on.
Green & Gold Party
Thursday, 3/17, 6:00-8:00 p.m. It’s St. Patrick’s
Day and we’re celebrating all things green
and gold.
Egg-citable Exploits
Thursday, 3/24, 4:00-6:00 p.m. It’s egg
decorating season – we have a variety of
options for you. *
Spring Break Music Jam
Thursday, 3/31, 6:00-8:00 p.m. From
bongos to Boomwhackers, keyboards
to castanets, the Music Maker Kit has
something for the musician in everyone.
Whether you’re skilled or not, come make
some joyful noise!
Maker Kit: Lasers
Thursday, 4/7, 6:00-8:00 p.m. What can you
do with laser pointers, a fog machine, beam
splitters, photovoltaic cells and mirrors?
Come find out!
TableTop: Battle of the Ages
Saturday, 4/9, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Teens vs.
Adults. Play the game(s) of your choice and
score points for your generation! Bragging
rights and prizes are up for grabs.
Art in 3-D
Thursday, 4/14, 4:006:00 p.m. Design and build
with Strawbees and 3-Doodle Pens or
have the Watercolor Bot paint your
digital artwork onto paper for you
with our 3-D Maker Kit.
Earth Day’s Bad Art Night
Thursday, 4/21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Recycle and
repurpose various items to create some
good bad art for the Teen Zone.
Teen Hangout
Thursday, 4/28, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Whether
you need a place to do homework, a space
for creative writing or art or just a “brain
break” - our meeting room is a place for
teens to hang out.
NEW LEBANON
Stop-Motion LEGO
Wednesdays, 1/6, 2/3, 3/2, 4/6, 3:004:00 p.m. Learn how to make awesome
stop-motion movies with LEGO, a
camera and free
software (all
materials supplied).
Grades 7-12.
NORTHMONT
Teen Gaming
Wednesdays, 1/13,
2/10, 3/9, 4/13, 4:005:30 p.m. Hang out
at the Library for
pizza, drinks and
games. Bring
your own or play
our Mario Kart 8
and Super Smash
Bros for Wii U.
Grades 7-12.
Teen
Anime Club
Wednesdays, 1/20,
2/3, 2/17, 3/2, 3/23,
4/20, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Watch online episodes with
friends, have Japanese snacks
and discuss what you’ve been
watching. We want your s
uggestions. Grades 7-12.
Teen Book Club
Wednesdays, 1/27, 2/24, 3/30, 4/27,
4:00-5:00 p.m. We’re reading great stuff something different every time! Talk about
what you’ve read and have free pizza too.
Books will be available a few weeks before
each discussion. Grades 7-12.
Photography & Stop Motion Animation
Maker Kit
Tuesday, 3/9, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Make a movie
using Go Pro cameras, a photo box, miniature
sets you create and green screens. *
Nutrition/Cardio Class
Saturday, 4/16, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Find out
about easy, healthy recipes and then turn it
up with a high energy cardio class.
TROTWOOD
VANDALIA
Club Teen/Homework Helpers
Wednesdays, 1/20, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20,
4:00-5:00 p.m. Socialize with your
friends in a teen-friendly space.
Some homework help provided too.
Hogwarts Hangout
Wednesday, 1/6, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Enter the
wizarding world with Potter-themed crafts
and magical refreshments.
National Puzzle Day
Friday, 1/29, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Enjoy the
warmth of the Library with a good puzzle
and a warm drink.
Super Bowl Party
Saturday, 2/6, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Football fans,
wear your favorite team shirt, represent
your generation in a Madden Football
challenge, have snacks and celebrate
at our all-ages party!
Video Games
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/4/ 3/3, 4/7,
3:00-4:30 p.m. Choose from
Wii games, or go retro with
(original!) Nintendo and
Super Nintendo Games.
Meet the Finch Robots
Thursday, 1/7, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Check out
our programmable robots and give coding
a try. It’s easier than you think!
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Teen Afterschool Meetup
Wednesdays, 1/13-4/27, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Catchup and collaborate with friends, play games,
make crafts and get homework help. Snacks
provided.
WEST CARROLLTON
The Delicious Science of Baking
Thursdays, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Come in from the cold and bake a new treat
each week, while learning the hows and whys
of kitchen science.
Teen Library Council
Friday, 1/15, 3:00-4:00 p.m. The Teen Library
Council (TLC) gives input for programs and
the Teen Scene space. Talks about books,
movies, music and more. All teens welcome.
Finch Robotics Series 1
Thursdays, 1/21 & 1/28, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Delve
ming
deeper into computer programming
in this two-part series. No
experience necessary. *
Totally Teen Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 1/20, 2/17, 3/23, 4/20, 3:004:30 p.m. Hang out with other teens to talk
about books, play video games, card games
and board games. Snacks and drinks provided.
Chess Camp
Thursdays, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 6:007:30 p.m. Learn to play or improve your skills
with a member of the Dayton Chess Club!
This is a four-part series. *
Edible Valentines
Thursday, 2/11, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Decorate cookies
and send a delicious message to someone you
care about - or your own stomach!
Crafternoon
Thursdays, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Stop in after school for crafting and creating.
We’ll make something new each month.
Duct Tape Crafts
Thursday, 3/10, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Make fun,
original creations out of duct tape. We’ll have
plenty of colors and patterns available.
Finch Robotics Series 2
Thursdays, 3/10, 3/17, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Dive
into the basics of robotics in this two-part
series, or continue with new projects if
you attended Series One. Beginners
ners and
experienced programmers
alike are welcome. *
Green Screen Fun
Thursday, 4/14, 3:00-4:30 p.m. We’ll have the
green screen from our Maker Kit and make
awesome, hilarious green screen videos!
Insurgent Night
Wednesday, 3/16, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Join us to
watch the first movie as we anticipate the
release of the next one. Snacks and drinks
provided.
Duct Tape Crafts
Wednesday, 4/13, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
See what you can make with duct tape.
Supplies and ideas
provided.
Surprise Movie Night
Monday, 4/25, 3:00-5:00 p.m. The Teen
Library Council selects the movie for this
event. Snacks and drinks provided.
WESTWOOD
Create Word Art
Wednesday, 1/20, 3:45-5:15 p.m. Use books
and magazines at the Hoover Street Café and
let your imagination soar! Light snacks will be
served.
Movie Madness
Wednesdays, 2/3, 3/16, 4/13, 3:455:15 p.m. Hey teens, watch a movie and have
snacks at the Hoover Street Café.
Video Game Day
Wednesdays, 2/17, 3/30, 3:45-5:15 p.m. Stop in
for Retro Video Game Day playing PS2 games.
Light snacks will be served.
The Next Big
Thing
Remarkable
Minds
by Richard
Faulk
by Pendred
Noyce
Cupcake Magic
Wednesday, 3/2, 3:45-5:15 p.m. Decorate
cupcakes at the Hoover Street Café. Best
looking cupcakes win a McDonald’s gift card!
Soup, Sandwiches and Games
Wednesday, 4/27, 3:45-5:15 p.m. Have a
sandwich, hot soup and play your favorite
table top games.
WILMINGTON -STROOP
Pizza, Pop & Plots
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 7:008:00 p.m. Meet once a month to eat pizza,
drink cold beverages and discuss the book
of the month. Book suggestions are always
welcome. Be sure to read the book before the
meeting so you can discuss with the group
(and score free pizza). Bring your sense of
humor - wackiness will (usually) ensue!
Finch Robot Movie Production Lab
Saturdays, 1/16 and 1/30, 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. Help with script writing, film
editing, acting and programming our Finch
robots. This is an involved project that’s been
meeting one Saturday a month since Sept.
We hope to debut our film on 1/30.
Teen Karaoke Night
Thursdays, 1/21, 2/18, 3/24, 4/21, 7:008:00 p.m. We’ve got stage
age lights, mic, amp,
big screen and the Internet.
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performances!
Teen Video Game Night
Thursdays, 1/28, 2/25, 3/31, 4/28, 6:308:00 p.m. Test your hand/eye coordination
against Kettering’s best! There’s two-screen
action and free snacks too.
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Nutrition Education for Parents
Mondays, 3/7-4/18, 5:00-6:30 p.m. Do you
want to cook healthy meals for your family
and save money? Small changes can make
a big difference. This workshop series for
parents offers opportunities share ideas. Each
session has a healthy food demonstration and
you’ll receive free tools to take home. *
BROOKVILLE
Eric Loy - Guitarist
Saturday, 1/23, 3:004:30 p.m. Jazz, classical
and rock guitar Eric plays it all.
Mysteries Under Discussion
Tuesdays, 1/26, 2/23, 3/22, 4/26, 6:308:00 p.m. Discuss a different mystery
each month, learn about the authors’
background, and discover similar authors
you might enjoy. Refreshments reflecting
the atmosphere of each book are served.
Sew a Scarf!
Saturday, 2/6, 10:00-12:00 p.m. Infinity
scarves are beautiful accessories any time
of year. Learn to sew one with our Maker
Kit sewing machines. Fabric provided, but
bring your own if you want to match an
outfit (a rectangleof fabric at least 24" x
40”). All other supplies provided. *
Shopping Smarter
Monday, 2/22, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Make wise
choices that can save you money and improve
your shopping habits. These techniques will
transform the savviest shopper into an even
better money manager and improve the
financial wellness of your family.
22 - Adult Activities
Get Outside!
Saturday, 2/27, 10:00-12:00 p.m. Hiking
and nature expert Tammy York shares
her insider tips and field knowledge
about hiking, getting the
most out of the journey and
what to pack for your time
outside. York is the author
of 60 Hikes within
60 Miles Cincinnati.
How Does the Seed Lending Library work?
Saturday, 3/5, 10:00-11:30 a.m. The Seed
Lending Library is a community resource
to encourage sharing, collaboration and
sustainability. Find out how it works and
how you can get involved with Karen
Findlay, Seed Library Coordinator.
Cardmaking 101
Monday, 3/28, 6:308:00 p.m. What better
way to show someone you
ou
care than with a handmade card?
Anna Smith, an independent Stampin'
Up! demonstrator, teaches you how
to make a basic card and one using a
special technique.
Women of Woodland
Tuesday, 3/29, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Meet some of
Dayton’s most interesting women in history,
including humorist Erma Bombeck, madam
and real estate owner Lib Hedges, Queen
of the Gypsies Matilda Stanley, librarian
Electra C. Doren and many, many more - all
of whom are buried at Woodland Cemetery.
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Decorations
Saturday, 4/16, 10:00-12:00 p.m. Decorating
your table is a simple, inexpensive way to
enhance the ambiance of a room. Learn how
to make a 10-minute table runner, matching
napkins and simple quilted placemats in this
demonstration. Includes printed instructions
and a “mug rug” to embellish and take home.
Russel Wright: An American Modern
Monday, 4/25, 7:008:00 p.m. Historian Mike
Williams discusses the
career of this trend-setting
Buckeye who was America’s
first lifestyle guru. By the
late 1920s he was developing
his “American Modern” line of
furniture and tableware. In 1950
he and his wife published their Guide
to Easier Living, outlining a casual new
approach to decorating and entertaining.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
BURKHARDT
Crafternoon
Thursdays, 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Do a unique craft every month.
Open to adults, teens
and tweens.
Burkhardt Book Club
Thursdays, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21, 3:004:00 p.m. Join us for lively discussion of
popular books. Check with staff for the
current title.
Family Movie Night
Thursdays, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21, 5:307:30 p.m. Relax with the kids and watch a
different blockbuster each month. Popcorn
and drinks provided.
Fates and
Furies
by Lauren
Groff
Chicken Soup
for the Soul
Think Possible
by Amy
Newmark
Get Your Table Ready for Spring
Saturday, 1/23, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Even if you’ve never used a sewing
machine before, you’ll have no trouble making
this springtime table runner that’s sure to
brighten up your decor.
Greater Dayton RTA and Bike Link
Transportation Systems
Monday, 1/25, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Nathan Owens,
Marketing Analyst for RTA, teaches you how
to navigate the RTA and Bike Link systems
in Greater Dayton. He’ll bring a Bus Farebox
on wheels so you can learn how to use it.
Everyone who attends can sign up for a chance
to win an Amazon Kindle!
Live Irish Music by Celtic Font
Thursday, 1/28, 6:30-8:00 p.m. The duet performs
Irish/American folk and traditional songs.
Get Masked
Saturday, 2/6, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Get ready for
Fat Tuesday - make your own Mardi Gras mask.
Color Your World - Fun
Thursday, 2/11, 6:30-7:30 p.m. What are
the bestselling books on Amazon these
days? Coloring books for adults! Why
are they so popular and what can
coloring do to benefit your health?
Come ready to have some fun!
Can I Grow That?
Tuesday, 3/15, 6:30-8:00 p.m. You don’t need
a big space for a garden - learn what can be
grown in a small raised bed. Get tips from an
expert on what plants are best suited to our
climate and your space.
Spring Craft
Saturday, 3/19, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Join us
for a springtime craft.
The Art of Making Lace
Thursday, 4/7, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Artisan Tim Nealeigh demonstrates
and discusses the intricacies of
bobbin lace and other lacemaking
techniques. Learn about the care and
preservation of vintage lace pieces.
Adult Activities - 23
BURKHARDT continued...
Crafty Saturday
Saturday, 4/16, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Get ideas for how to finish a craft or
inspiration to get started. Meet with
other craft-minded people for the
motivation you need.
EAST
Crafting with Christine
Thursdays, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Create fun seasonal crafts and jewelry. All
materials provided.
HUBER HEIGHTS
Stitch 'n Chat
Wednesdays, 1/6-4/27, 1:003:00 p.m. Bring a stitching
project and join in the
conversation. All levels
and types of needleworkers welcome.
Tea & Mystery Book Discussion
Thursdays, 1/21, 2/18, 4/28, 7:00-8:15 p.m.
A monthly book discussion featuring
mystery novels with tea and light snacks.
Participants take turns facilitating the
discussions and bringing treats. Call the
Library for this month's title or to reserve
your copy.
Marketing Analyst for RTA, teaches you
how to navigate the RTA and Bike Link
systems in Greater Dayton. He’ll bring a Bus
Farebox on wheels so you can learn how to
use it. Everyone who attends can sign up for
a chance to win an Amazon Kindle!
Orchid Basics
Thursday, 2/4, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Orchids are
easier than you think! Understanding the
basics, learning about the orchids you like
and evaluating your environment are just the
start of the discussion. If you have orchids
with issues, bring them to the program!
Cookbook Challenge Potluck
Monday, 2/29, 6:00-8:00 p.m. During the
month of February, cook as many recipes
as you can from Library cookbooks. At
the end of the month, make your favorite
recipe from what you’ve tried and bring it
to the Cookbook Challenge Potluck. Best
recipes win a prize!
Savor the Flavor of Eating Right
Thursday, 3/3, 10:00-11:00 a.m. National
Nutrition Month encourages everyone
to appreciate the pleasures, great flavors
and social experiences food can add to our
lives. Join other foodies for a morning of
cooking tips and sharing culinary secrets
and traditions. Learn ways to convert
traditional dishes to healthier versions
that still taste delicious.
The Big Read Book
Discussion:
Orphan Train
Thursday, 3/24, 7:008:15 p.m. Talk about the
Big Read book for 2016 Orphan Train by
Christina Baker Kline.
Love Has No Boundaries:
The Gift That Keeps Giving
Monday, 4/11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Families
share life-changing stories about
international adoption and how
stepping out of their comfort zone
gave hope and comfort to others.
Card Making Workshop
Thursday, 4/14, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Using
poetry as your inspiration, create beautiful
greeting cards for any occasion - perfect
for Mother's Day, graduations, weddings,
birthdays and more. All supplies provided.
MADDEN HILLS
Monday, 3/21, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Nathan
Owens, Marketing Analyst for RTA, teaches
you how to navigate the RTA and Bike Link
use it. Everyone who attends can sign up for
a chance to win an Amazon Kindle!
Mark Gearo - Guitarist
Saturday, 3/19, 3:004:30 p.m. Relax and
enjoy Mark Gearo's
Acoustic Expressions
during your Library visit today.
TEMPORARY MAIN
LIBRARY
Got Game?
Saturdays, 1/2, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Why should kids have all the fun? Bring your
friends or make new ones while enjoying
games from chess to Settlers of Catan.
Pub-Lit
at Brixx
Tuesdays, 1/5, 2/2, 3/1, 4/5, 7:008:30 p.m. Pub-Lit is a book club
hosted by the Library at Brixx
Ice Company American Grill,
500 E. First Street. Join
us for a drink or dinner
and talk about an
offbeat book.
Wolf in White Van
by John Darnielle.
February: The Turner House
by Angela Flournoy.
March:
Bird Box by Josh Malerman.
April:
Orphan Train by
Christina Baker Kline, this
year’s Big Read book.
January:
National Poetry Month Poetry Slam
Saturday, 4/30, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Our
meeting room will become a swanky
poetry club where poets of all ages can
read or recite poetry or just sit and listen.
Light refreshments provided. Please
register to read your own poem, or a
poem by one of your favorite writers. *
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
SCORE Small Business Counseling
Fridays, 1/8, 2/5, 3/4, 4/1, 10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. The Dayton Chapter of SCORE,
a national network of entrepreneurs and
corporate managers, offers free one-on-one
counseling sessions for anyone starting their
own business or needing assistance with an
existing business. *
Market Research That Won't Break
the Bank
Wednesdays, 1/13 and 3/9, 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Knowing as much as possible about the
customers and market your business serves
is critical to your small business success. The
Library’s Business Specialist demonstrates
how you can use Library resources to: identify
potential customers; find information on
consumer demographics; access reliable
information on market trends; research your
competition; mine business publications for
valuable information and analyze potential
business locations. This event is sponsored
by the SBDC at The Entrepreneurs Center,
714 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton.
Call 937-281-0118 to register. *
Story Slamm
Mondays,
1/25, 2/29,
3/28, 4/25,
7:00-8:00 p.m.
Come, listen,
and participate!
6-8 presenters each tell a 10-minute story
based around a different theme each month.
Prizes awarded for the best story of the
evening. All Story Slamm events take place
at Brixx Ice Company, 500 E. First Street,
Dayton. If you would like to share a story,
please register online or call 937-463-BOOK. *
January topic: Second Opinions
February topic: Leap of Faith
March topic: Orphaned
April topic: What I Meant To Say
The Japanese
Lover
The Total Dog
Manual
by Isabel
Allende
by David
Meyer
Books and Brew
Tuesday, 3/15, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Looking
for a good book? Librarian Kristen AllenVogel has suggestions! She serves on the
American Library Association’s Notable
Books Council, which picks the best literary
fiction, nonfiction and poetry for adults of
each year. Join her at The Barrel House, 417
E. Third Street, to enjoy a drink, hear about
selections from this year’s lists and bring a
recommendation of your own to share.
Finding the Living or Deceased
Using Genealogy Resources
Thursday, 3/17, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Orphaned?
Lost track of a loved one, relative, or war
buddy? This session explores adoptions, class
reunions, military reunions, criminal offender
searches and more. Learn how to use public
records and network to accomplish your goals.
Genealogy Consultations
Thursday, 1/21, 10:00-10:45 a.m.,
11:00-11:45 a.m., 2:30-3:15 p.m., 1:302:15 p.m. or 3:30-4:15 p.m. Are you new
to genealogy or need help organizing
your search and finding resources?
One-on-one appointments with the
Genealogy Librarian are available
by pre-registration. Each session
is 45 minutes long and uses free
websites as well as the Ancestry
Library Edition database. *
Health Insurance:
Information & Enrollment
Thursday, 1/21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Uninsured or
know someone who is? A Certified Navigator
shows you how to save money and avoid tax
penalties through enrollment in the Affordable
Care Act's Health Care Marketplace and
Expanded Medicaid. Answers to your questions
and individual enrollment assistance provided.
Call Resolute at 222-7270 to register or for more
information. *
TEMPORARY
MAIN
continued...
Job Seekers Employment Forecast for 2016
Thursday, 1/7, 8:30-11:00 a.m.
Workforce Specialists from Ohio Means
Jobs will give an employment forecast
for 2016, then introduce job seekers
to essential training, resources and
services available on the web portal
at www.ohiomeansjobs/montgomery.
Newcomers to Job Seekers should
arrive at 8:30 a.m. for registration and
orientation. Program begins at 9:00 a.m.
The Life of Orphans in 2016
Thursday, 4/7, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Learn what
life is like for orphans in the greater
Dayton area. Learn about the history
of St. Joseph Orphanage and how the
organization contributes to building
hope and strengthening lives.
Thursday, 4/14, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Nathan
systems in Greater Dayton. He’ll bring a
Bus Farebox on wheels so you can learn how
to use it. Everyone who attends can sign up
for a chance to win an Amazon Kindle!
Local Authors Event & the
Dayton Book Expo 2016
Saturday, 4/30, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The
4th Annual Local Authors Event joins with
the Dayton Book Expo at the Ponitz Center,
Sinclair Community College. Meet local
authors, network and share in the communitywide creativity that makes Dayton unique!
More than 100 authors will be present. For
author registration, contact jspillman@
daytonmetrolibrary.org or call 937-463-BOOK.
MIAMI
TOWNSHIP
Hiking 101
Monday, 1/11, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Have you been thinking about
going for a hike in a local park
but wonder what to bring and
where to go? Come to Outdoor
Adventure Connection's "Hiking 101"
and learn about clothing, footwear,
gear, safety, maps and area parks so
you and your family can have a safe
and enjoyable outing. Discover
the 10 best beginner-friendly
trails in the Dayton area.
Proceed with Caution Being Safe Online and In-Person
Tuesday, 1/12, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Do you know what tools and
techniques hackers use to invade
your privacy and security? Do you
know the behaviors that make you
vulnerable? Jack Gerbs, Certified
Information System Security
Professional and CEO of Quanexus,
shares guidelines for protecting
yourself online and in-person.
Job Seekers - LinkedIn
Thursday, 2/4, 8:30-11:00 a.m. LinkedIn
is an excellent professional networking tool
for job seekers. Donald Crews, one of the
region’s top-rated LinkedIn users, shares his
expertise and helps you create a LinkedIn
profile that will attract the attention of
employers. Participants are encouraged
to bring a laptop or tablet, but it is not
required. Newcomers to Job Seekers should
Job Seekers - High-Profit
Industries in the Dayton Region
Thursday, 3/3, 8:30-11:00 a.m. A handful
of high-profit industry sectors are driving
the Dayton regional economy. Marty
Hohenberger, Vice-President of Business
Development at the Dayton Development
Coalition, discusses these industries and
the opportunities they present for job
seekers. Newcomers to Job Seekers should
Job Seekers - Finding Career Happiness
Thursday, 4/7, 8:30-11:00 a.m. How can a
new job lead to greater career happiness?
Julie Bauke, Career and Job Expert with The
Bauke Group, discusses “How to Define,
Get and Own Your Career Happiness.”
Newcomers to Job Seekers should plan
to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for registration and
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
League of Women Voters
Tuesday, 2/16, 6:30-8:00 p.m. With the 2016
Ohio primary and national presidential
election right around the corner, join the
League of Women Voters for a discussion on
how to evaluate the candidates and issues.
Attack the Stack:
Organizing Your Paperwork
Saturday, 2/27, 2:30-4:00 p.m. Paper can
overwhelm your life, creating mental stress
and chaos. Learn how to attack the stack
with a labeler and file folders and create a
manageable, workable system.
to navigate the RTA and Bike Link systems in
Greater Dayton. He’ll bring a Bus Farebox
Everyone who attends can sign up for a
chance to win an Amazon Kindle!
Cold Serial: The Jack the Strangler Murders
Monday, 4/11, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Author Brian
Forschner began researching his great-aunt’s
murder and uncovered a century-old murder
mystery right here in Dayton. His book Cold
Serial tells the tale.
MIAMISBURG
Maker Kit Open House: Computing
Saturday, 1/9, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Learn how
to build interactive objects and explore
computer programming with Arduino
and the Raspberry Pi.
Confessions of an OSU Usher
Thursday, 1/14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. The Ohio
Stadium's ushers are some of the Buckeyes'
most committed people.
Trevor Zahara, author of
Confessions of an OSU
Usher, shares humorous,
unusual and captivating
stories of this
dedicated group,
plus video and a
trivia contest.
Kitchens of
the Great
Midwest
by J. Ryan
Stradal
Ripley’s
Eye-Popping
Oddities
Color Your World - Fun!
Saturday, 1/16, 1:00-2:00 p.m. What are the
bestselling books on Amazon these days?
Coloring books for adults! Why are they so
popular and what can coloring do to benefit
your health? Come ready to have some fun!
Maker Kit Open House:
Electronic Textiles and Papercraft
Saturday, 1/23, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Discover the
many ways that circuits can be used with
textiles and paper using LEDs, conductive
thread, or conductive ink.
Live Irish Music by Celtic Font
Tuesday, 1/26, 6:30-8:00 p.m. The duet performs
Irish/American folk and traditional songs.
Music with Danny Voris
Saturday, 1/30, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Enjoy lovely
music with guitarist and singer Danny Voris.
Maker Kit Open House: Kitchen Science
Saturday, 2/6, 1:30-4:30 p.m. A kitchen is an
awesome science lab! What's cooking? You
decide! There's a convection oven, mixers,
utensils and ingredients.
Mindful Home Organizing:
Take the First Step
Tuesday, 2/9, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Before
attacking the physical clutter, address your
emotional issues to feel more calm and in
control. Learn life skills and strategies for
getting and staying organized.
Surviving Difficult Times
Tuesday, 2/16, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Life events such
as unemployment, large medical expenses or
domestic issues stretch our household budgets
beyond their capacities. Whatever the reason
for difficulties, this Consumer Credit Counseling
Services workshop will help you make critical
decisions to improve your financial future.
Thursday, 2/18, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Nathan
use it. Everyone who attends can sign up for a
Maker Kit Open House:
Photography & Stop Motion Animation
Saturday, 2/20, 1:30-4:30 p.m. GoPro
cameras, light kits, a photo box, green screen
and the supplies you need to build sets and
miniatures let you capture your world on film.
Maker Kit Open House: Circuits
Saturday, 3/5, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Featuring Snap
Circuits, Squishy Circuits, conductive ink
pens and more - YOU complete the circuit
with your skills and imagination.
Cold Serial: The Jack the Strangler Murders
Thursday, 3/10, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Author Brian
Forschner began researching his great-aunt’s
murder and uncovered a century-old murder
mystery right here in Dayton. His book Cold
Serial tells the tale.
Maker Kit Open House: Textiles
Saturday, 3/19, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sewing machines,
knitting needles, crochet hooks, fabric, thread
and yarn - even a bookbinding machine - let
you be an experimental textile artist.
Big Read Discussion
Monday, 3/28, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Discuss Orphan Train by
Christina Baker Kline, this
year’s Big Read book.
Maker Kit Open House: Music
Saturday, 4/2, 1:30-4:30 p.m. From bongos
to Boomwhackers, keyboards to castanets,
this kit brings out the musician in everyone.
Get Outside!
Tuesday, 4/5, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Hiking and
nature expert Tammy York shares her
insider tips and field knowledge about
hiking, getting the most out
of the journey and what to
pack for your time outside.
York is the author
of 60 Hikes within
Maker Kit Open House: 3-D
Saturday, 4/16, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Design and
build with Strawbees and 3-Doodler Pens.
A Watercolor Bot can paint your digital
artwork onto paper for you.
Maker Kit Open House: Lasers
Saturday, 4/30, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Laser
pointers, a fog machine, beam splitters,
photovoltaic cells and mirrors to light up
your imagination.
NEW LEBANON
New Lebanon Branch Book Club
Mondays, 1/4, 2/1, 3/7, 4/4, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Join our monthly discussions on a variety
of fiction and nonfiction titles.
Needle & Thread Quilt Club
Saturdays, 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 2:003:00 p.m. Join us for fun projects,
conversation and show and tell.
The Art of Making Lace
Thursday, 1/14, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Artisan
Tim Nealeigh demonstrates and discusses
thee intricacies of bobbin lace and other
lacemaking
cemaking techniques. Also
learn
arn about the care and
preservation
eservation of vintage
lace
ce pieces.
Color Your
Stress Away
Tuesdays, 1/19, 2/16, 3/15, 4/19,
6:30-7:30 p.m. Why should children
have all the fun? Decrease your stress by
joining us for conversation and coloring.
Coloring sheets and pencils, relaxing
music and refreshments provided.
Cardmaking 101
Thursday, 1/21, 6:30-8:00 p.m. What better
way to show someone you care than
with a handmade card? Anna Smith, an
independent Stampin' Up! demonstrator,
teaches you how to make a basic card and
one using a special technique.*
Get Outside!
Tuesdays, 3/1, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Hiking and
hiking, getting the most out of the journey
and what to pack for your time outside.
York is the author of 60 Hikes within
New Lebanon Branch Stitchers
Saturdays, 1/23, 2/27, 3/26, 4/23, 2:003:00 p.m. Work on a project and socialize
with other crafters. We welcome all crafters.
The 1933 Dayton Arrest
of John Dillinger
Thursday, 3/10, 1:002:00 p.m. Discover the
story of Dayton’s role in
the history of the infamous
American criminal and the
FBI’s first “Public Enemy No. 1.”
Identity Theft, Fraud and Scams
Thursday, 2/11, 1:00-2:00 p.m. When
your private information gets into the
wrong hands, the consequences can
be devastating. This Consumer Credit
Counseling workshop identifies many
precautions you can use to protect yourself.
The Dayton & Western Traction Company
Thursday, 4/14, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Learn
about the Clegg-Winters interurban line
connecting Dayton to Richmond, Indiana
via Eaton - a vital link in the east-west
railway consortium.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Nectar: It Does a Bug Good
Thursday, 4/21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Why do
flowers produce nectar? How do insects use
it? Elisabeth Rothschild of the Five Rivers
Metroparks describes all types of pollinators
and their relationship with flowers. You’ll
never look at flowers and honey the same
way again!
NORTHMONT
Hiking the Ohio to Erie Trail
Monday, 1/4, 6:30-8:00 p.m. In 2013,
Andy Niekamp hiked from the Ohio
River to Lake Erie on the Ohio to Erie
Trail. His presentation, with beautiful
photos of countryside, small towns,
big cities and Amish country, will take
you on his 325-mile foot journey - the
first ever end-to-end hike
of the Ohio to Erie Trail.
Ireland:
Its Culture,
Its History, Its People
Monday, 1/11, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Join us as
Mai Hernon, traditional Irish singer, talks
about all things Ireland. Learn its fascinating
history going back to the megalithic passage
tombs, pre and post famine times, right up
to the modern day. Presentation includes
slides and pictures.
Adult Book Discussion
Thursdays, 1/14, 2/11, 3/10, 4/14, 2:003:00 p.m. Monthly discussion of great books.
Thru Hiking The Buckeye Trail A 1,400 Mile Journey Around Ohio
Thursday, 1/14, 6:30-8:00 p.m. In the
spring of 2011, Andy Niekamp set out
on a hiking journey on Ohio's Buckeye
Trail. Over 1,400 miles and 88 days later
he completed the entire Trail, the longest
circular trail in the nation. His presentation
takes you along on a foot journey around
Ohio with beautiful photos and tales to
inspire your own hike.
Flyers in the Finals:
Dayton in the 1967
NCAA Tournament
Tuesday, 1/19, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Relive the University of
Dayton’s greatest run
in the Big Dance under
third-year coach Don
Donoher.
Kids and Money
Wednesday, 1/20, 10:00-11:30 a.m. By
instilling core values and concepts that guide
sound financial decision making, we can
enable our children to understand the true
meaning of financial wealth. This workshop is
designed to help parents teach their children
how to safely navigate the detours and
highways of finances.
Thursday, 1/21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Why do
flowers produce nectar? How do insects use
it? Elisabeth Rothschild of the Five Rivers
Metroparks describes all types of pollinators
and their relationship with flowers. You’ll
never look at flowers and honey the
same way again!
The Hands
on Home
by Erica
Strauss
The Magic
Strings of
Frankie Presto
by Mitch
Albom
Moths at Night:
The World's Wildest Nightclub
Monday, 2/1, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Did you know
there are more than 3,000 species of
moths in Ohio? While we are turning out
our lights for bed, moths are just getting
ready to fly. Join Elisabeth Rothschild from
Five Rivers Metroparks and learn why
these insects aree
both beneficial
and beautiful.
Black History Month:
th: A Yearlong
Y
Celebration at Woodland Cemetery
Thursday, 2/11, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Presenter
Angie Hoschouer honors the lives of African
Americans whose final resting place is at
Woodland Cemetery. Some of the featured
notables are freed slave Jordan Anderson,
mayor James H. McGee, politician C. J. McLin,
southpaw pitcher William G. Sloan, educator
Louisa Troy and trombonist Mitchell “Booty”
Wood - just to name a few.
Home Decor: Sew
Your Own Table
Decorations
Thursday, 1/28,
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Decorating your
table is a simple,
inexpensive way
to enhance the
ambiance of
a room. Learn
how to make a
10-minute table
runner, matching
napkins and simple
quilted placemats in this
demonstration. Printed
instructions provided, along
with a “mug rug” to embellish
and take home. Space is limited. *
NORTHMONT continued...
Abraham Lincoln
in Ohio
Monday, 2/15, 6:307:30 p.m. Lincoln
visited Ohio on
several occasions
and once said he
would never return because he felt
Ohioans were inhospitable. What
happened that caused him to make
that comment? Learn about our 16th
President’s visits to Ohio.
Confessions of an OSU Usher
Thursday, 2/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. The
Ohio Stadium's ushers are some of the
Buckeyes' most committed people. Trevor
Zahara, author of Confessions of an
OSU Usher, shares humorous, unusual
and captivating stories of this dedicated
group, plus video and a trivia contest.
Color Your World - Fun!
Thursday, 2/25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. What are
the bestselling books on Amazon these
days? Coloring books for adults! Why are
they so popular and what can coloring
do to benefit your health? Come ready
to have some fun!
Russel Wright: An American Modern
Monday, 3/7, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Historian Mike Williams
discusses the career of this
trend-setting Buckeye who
was America’s first lifestyle
guru. By the late 1920s he
was developing his “American
Modern” line of furniture and
tableware. In 1950 he and his
wife published their Guide to
Easier Living, outlining a casual new
approach to decorating and entertaining.
Women in the Walk of Fame
Thursday, 3/10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. As a tribute
to the important women and men of the
area, Celebration Dayton ’96 created The
Walk of Fame. To date, 130 individuals or
groups have been commemorated with
sidewalk stones. More than 37 of them are
women. Nancy Horlacher, Local History
Specialist, highlights the lives of
women in the Walk of
Fame.
John Chapman: The Man Known as
Johnny Appleseed
Monday, 3/21, 6:30-8:00 p.m. This beloved
folklore character was an actual person
who spent most of his adulthood roaming
Ohio, planting apple trees. Meet the
man behind the myth and learn about his
business goals, his mission in life and even
his eccentricities.
Dayton's Walk of Fame and
Woodland Residents
Thursday, 3/24, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Learn
about the lives of Dayton’s Walk of Fame
honorees who now rest peacefully at
Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum.
Get Outside!
Tuesday, 3/29, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Hiking and
York is the author of 60 Hikes within
60 Miles Cincinnati, a bestseller
which has sold more than
10,000 copies.
Ohio Presidents, Part 1
Monday, 2/29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get to know
the life and times of Ohio's presidents:
William Henry Harrison, Ulysses S. Grant,
Rutherford B. Hayes and James A. Garfield.
Basics of Selling on eBay
Saturday, 3/5, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.This
day-long course is an in-depth approach to
selling on eBay. Designed and implemented
by eBay, the curriculum breaks down the
important steps necessary to research
the value of your items, pricing strategies,
listing policies, eBay fees, photography,
marketing tips and more. It is highly
recommended that attendees
have at least a general knowledge
of eBay. Space is limited. *
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
The Turner
House
Planet
Middle
School
by Angela
Flournoy
by Dr. Kevin
Leman
Woodland Mausoleums
Thursday, 4/21, 6:30-8:00 p.m. As you
drive through Woodland Cemetery you see
magnificent structures with family names in
the stonework. These family mausoleums not
only reflect the men who commissioned the
work but the industry in which they served.
Learn about the architecture and styling of
the mausoleum and the lives of the men and
women entombed within.
Short Hops: Dayton's Age of Interurbans
Thursday, 4/28, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The interurban, also known as the "traction,"
was an electrically-powered transportation
mode bridging the horse and buggy era to
personal auto ownership. Learn about its
heyday in the Dayton area 1889-1941.
TROTWOOD
The
1933
Dayton
Arrest of
John Dillinger
Monday, 4/4, 6:308:00 p.m. Discover the
story of Dayton’s role in the history of
the infamous American criminal and the
The Industrial Hobarts
Thursday, 4/7, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Historian Mike
Williams discusses this three-generation
family of Miami Valley entrepreneurs who
created a corporate culture that encouraged
teamwork and creativity. Company engineers
earned over a hundred patents.
Beyond the Basics of Selling on eBay
Saturday, 4/9, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This course
is an in-depth approach that goes beyond the
basics. Learn to start and/or grow an eBay-based
business, choose the right listing format, create
compelling listings, use eBay listing tools, market
your business, manage your listings, source, pack
and ship inventory. Prerequisite: Basics of Selling
on eBay, or a minimum of 25 selling transactions
on eBay. Space is limited. *
The Mothers
of Ohio Presidents
Monday, 4/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
What is almost certain is none of these
Ohio mothers knew what destiny had
in store for their sons. Learn which of
these mothers lived to see their sons
take on this great responsibility.
Attack the Stack:
Organizing Your Paperwork
Thursday, 4/14, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Paper
can overwhelm your life, creating
mental stress and chaos. Learn how to
attack the
he stack
with a labeler
abeler
and file folders
and create
ate a
manageable,
eable,
workable
le
system.
Hook, Needle and Stitch
Tuesdays, 1/5, 2/2, 3/1, 4/5, 2:003:00 p.m. If you use a needle to crochet,
knit or cross-stitch, we have a group for
you! Novice or expert crocheters, knitters or
stitchers are welcome. Share patterns, chat
about yarn and enjoy each other's company.
Adult Book Discussion
Thursdays, 1/14, 2/11, 3/10,
4/14, 6:45-7:45 p.m. Join ourr
monthly discussion.
January:
Love You More
by Lisa Gardnerr
February: Invention of Wings
by Sue Monk Kidd
March:
Orphan Train
by Christina
Baker Kline, thiss
year’s Big Read
book
April:
The Wright
Brothers
by David
McCullough
TROTWOOD continued...
Hiking 101
Tuesday, 1/19, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Have you been
thinking about going for a hike in a local park
but wonder what to bring and where to go?
Come to Outdoor Adventure Connection's
"Hiking 101" and learn about clothing,
footwear, gear, safety, maps and area parks
so you and your family can have a safe
and enjoyable outing. Discover the 10 best
beginner-friendly trails in the Dayton area.
Music with Meghna Mahambrey
Saturday, 2/13, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Enjoy live
music with keyboardist and singer Meghna
Mahambrey.
ABCs of Safe Sleep
Tuesday, 3/8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Is your baby sleeping Alone,
on his Back and in a Crib? Learn
the importance of following these
sleep practices from experts at the Dayton
Children's Hospital. Expectant mothers
and mothers of babies younger than 6
months old are encouraged to attend.
Those on WIC are eligible to receive a
Pack-n-Play for attending this program. *
Monday, 3/14, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Why do
flowers produce nectar? How do insects
use it? Elisabeth Rothschild of the Five
Rivers Metroparks describes all types of
pollinators and their relationship with
flowers.You’ll never look at flowers and
honey the same way again!
Play - It's Not Just for Kids!
Friday, 3/18, 2:00-3:00 p.m. When we
play, we learn better, live better and have
more fun! Learn why play is important
throughout our lives, how it restores us
and how to make it a part of every day.
Sewing for Babies
something special for the baby in your life.
This demonstration will show you how to
sew a receiving blanket, burp cloths and
swaddling blanket. Sewing machines will
be available for use. *
VANDALIA
Over Here: Dayton
During World War I
Monday, 1/25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
On the eve of WWI, Dayton was a thriving
midwestern city. This program explores how
Dayton responded and contributed to the
American effort in the War to End All Wars.
Get Outside!
Saturday, 2/6, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Hiking and
York is the author of 60 Hikes within 60
Miles Cincinnati.
Ireland: Its Culture,
Its History, Its People
le
Monday, 2/8, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Join us as
Mai Hernon, traditional Irish singer,
talks about all things Ireland. Learn its
fascinating history going back to the
megalithic passage tombs, pre and
post famine times, right up to the
modern day. Presentation includes
slides and pictures.
Genealogy Consultation
Saturday, 2/20, 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:0011:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., 2:00-2:45 p.m.,
3:00-3:45 p.m. Are you new to genealogy or
need help organizing your search and finding
resources? One-on-one appointments with
the Genealogy Librarian are available by preregistration. These sessions are 45 minutes
long and use free web sites and the Ancestry
Library Edition database.
The 1933 Dayton Arrest
of John Dillinger
Monday, 2/22, 6:307:30 p.m. Discover the
story of Dayton’s role in
the history of the infamous
American criminal and the
Live Performance:
New Horizons Flute Ensemble
Saturday, 3/5, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Lovely music
from UD’s New Horizons flute ensemble
accompanies your Library visit today.
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Think Inside the Box:
Organizing your Home
Monday, 3/7, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Whether
entertaining or relaxing, your home should
be a haven, not a headache. With the skills
learned in this seminar, your home will never
be the same again - and you’ll love it!
How to Discover Your House History
Monday, 3/14, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Your house
has a history. Someone broke ground and
built it; others lived there, altered it and
made it home. Betsy Wilson tells how to
find details in deeds, tax
records, newspapers, the
census, city directories
and other resources.
Live Performance:
New Horizons Oompah Band
Saturday, 3/19, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Enjoy lively, fun
sounds from UD’s New Horizons Oompah
Band.
Monday, 3/21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Why do flowers
produce nectar? How do insects use it?
Elisabeth Rothschild of Five Rivers Metroparks
describes all types of pollinators and their
relationship with flowers. You’ll never look at
flowers and honey the same way!
Big Read Book Discussion
Thursday, 4/7, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Join us to talk about the Big
Read book, Orphan Train, by
Christina Baker Kline.
Dayton Underwater:
The Great Flood of 1913
Monday, 4/18, 6:30-8:00 p.m. And then
the rains came... One of the most
devastating natural disasters in America
occurred right here in Dayton. Local
History Specialist Nancy Horlacher
shares vintage photographs, posters,
maps and more
from the
Library’s
1913 Flood
Collection.
Sports Legends at Woodland Cemetery
Monday, 4/25, 6:30 -8:00 p.m. Discover
the sports legends resting at Woodland
Cemetery: sprint car racer Johnny
Shackleford; William Shroyer, inventor of
the metal bat; cyclist and race
car driver, Earl Kiser; UD
Basketball Coach
Tom Blackburn;
former Harlem
Globetrotter
Al Tucker,
Sr. and
many
more.
Under the
Udala Trees
by Chinelo
Okparanta
Polar: A
Photicular
Book
by Carol
Kaufman
WEST CARROLLTON
Super Systems:
Organizing for a Stress-Free Life
Saturday, 1/30, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Clutter and
chaos creeps into our cars, our homes, even
our purses. Learn to tame these disorganized
pitfalls with practical, doable organization
systems. You’ll feel more in control of
all aspects of your life, inside
and outside your home.
Monthly Book Club
Monday, 2/8, 3/14, 4/11,
7:00-8:00 p.m. Come for
books, snacks, and fun.
Copies of each book will
be available in advance.
Ukulele Basics
Thursdays, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 6:007:00 p.m. Learn the basics of playing the
uke in this 4-week series with your ukuleleplaying Librarian! Ukuleles will be available
to use - please let us know if you need one of
ours or if you’re able to bring your own. *
Healthy Habits for a Healthier You
Tuesday, 4/12, 12:00-1:00 p.m. A speaker from
the Alzheimer's Association shares research
in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise,
cognitive activity and social engagement.
Use hands-on tools to incorporate
recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
W. CARROLLTON continued...
WESTWOOD
The Rise and Fall of George Remus
Monday, 2/22, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Hear about
America’s first millionaire bootlegger,
Cincinnatian George Remus – the man some
believe was the model for The Great Gatsby.
Meet Author
Helen Moss
Saturday, 2/13,
3:00-4:15 p.m.
Dayton author
Helen Moss has
written two
books, What
Does Jesus Do?
The Parables
of Jesus as
a Guide to
Daily Living
and her latest,
Love Letters
From the Apostle
Paul. Books will be
available for purchase
at the program.
Seed Swap at Winter Garden Workshop
at Wegerzyn Gardens
Saturday, 2/27, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. The
Seed Lending Library has a collection of
seeds and gardening resources available
in time for spring garden planning and
planting. Presented by Karen Findlay, Seed
Library Coordinator and West Carrollton
Branch Manager, at Wegerzyn Gardens,
1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue in Dayton.
Play - It's Not Just for Kids!
Saturday, 3/26, 3:00-4:00 p.m. When we
play, we learn better, live better and have
more fun! Learn why play is important
throughout our lives, how it restores us
and how to make it a part of every day.
The Grotto Gardens:
Restoring a Dayton Treasure
Tuesday, 3/29, 6:30-8:00 p.m. The Grotto
and Gardens are part of the National Home
for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers, established
in 1867. After years of decline, the garden is
being restored by The Ohio State University
Extension Master Gardener volunteers, in
collaboration with the American Veterans
Heritage Center and the VA Medical Center.
Charles Dickerson shares its fascinating
history and restoration progress.
Big Read Book Discussion
Thursday, 3/31, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Talk about the book everyone is
talking about: Orphan Train by
Christina Baker Kline, this year’s
Big Read book. Refreshments provided.
Healthy Habits for a Healthier You
Monday, 4/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. A speaker
from the Alzheimer's Association shares
research in the areas of diet and nutrition,
exercise, cognitive activity and social
engagement. Use hands-on tools to
incorporate recommendations into a plan
for healthy aging.
WILMINGTONSTROOP
Book Discussion
Mondays, 1/4, 2/1, 3/7, 4/4, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Join us for books, snacks and conversation.
Star Wars Fun All Day
Monday, 1/25, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Celebrate all things Star Wars with crafts,
activities and other Star Wars fun all day.
Don't forget your costume! Open to all
Star Wars fans of any age, so bring the
whole family!
Photos of Pluto from
New Horizons Probe
Monday, 1/25, 6:30-8:00 p.m. See
fascinating images of the planet Pluto
taken by the New Horizons probe,
presented by Cheri Adams, Director of
Astronomy at Boonshoft Museum of
Discovery. Learn about some of the
instruments carried
by the spacecraft
and briefly explore
the next planned
destination for
New Horizons.
Sewing for Babies
something special for the baby in your
life. This demonstration shows you how to
sew a receiving blanket, burp cloths and
swaddling blanket. Sewing machines will
be available for use. *
Ireland: Its Culture, Its History,
Its People
Monday, 2/15, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Join us
as Mai Hernon, traditional Irish singer,
talks about all things Ireland. Learn its
fascinating history going back to the
megalithic passage tombs, pre and post
famine times, right up to the modern day.
Presentation includes slides and pictures.
3-D Printer Demonstration
Saturday, 2/20, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. See our
3-D printer in operation. Learn about how it
works & how 3-D printers are being used in
medical, space & automotive industries.
Make a Microwave Potholder
Saturday, 2/20, 1:00-4:00 p.m. Learn how to
make a microwave bowl potholder using the
Textiles Maker Kit sewing machines. Each
participant will make a potholder to take
home. Sewing experience is helpful, but not
necessary. For adults and older teens. *
Check out these
Winter Book Titles!
Coloring and Cookies for Grown-Ups
Saturday, 3/12, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Coloring is a
relaxing activity even for adults. It generates
wellness and stimulates brain areas related
to motor skills, the senses and creativity.
Treat yourself to coloring, snacks, music and
socializing. We'll supply coloring sheets and
colored pencils. Adults only, please.
The Invention of Wings: Sarah Grimke &
Women's Lives in the Age of Slavery
Monday, 3/14, 6:00-8:00 p.m. The Invention
of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd, depicts
conditions for women in the mid-1800s
through the voices of abolitionist and early
suffragist Sarah Grimke and her slave Hetty
Grimke. A panel will discuss the relationships
of these characters, the historical roots of
the novel and how Monk came to write it.
Panelists include Dr. Nancy Garner, Dr. Sharon
Lynette Jones and Megan Bailey.
Dr. Dio Lewis and the
Women's Temperance Crusade
Monday, 3/21, 7:00-8:00 p.m. In December,
1873, a 19th century feminist doctor, educator
and itinerant lecturer named Diocletian Lewis
spoke in Hillsboro, Ohio and sparked what
became the largest mass protests by women
that America had ever seen. The cause: get
saloonkeepers to voluntarily cease selling liquor.
to navigate the RTA and Bike Link systems
in Greater Dayton. He’ll bring a Bus Farebox
Everyone who attends can sign up for a
Get on
Welcome to
Night Vale
Sherlock
Chronicles
by Joseph Fink
by Steve Tribe
Proceed with Caution Being Safe Online and In-Person
Monday, 4/11, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Do you
know what tools and techniques hackers
use to invade your privacy and security?
Do you know the behaviors that make
you vulnerable? Jack Gerbs, Certified
Information System Security Professional
and CEO of Quanexus, shares
guidelines for protecting
yourself online and in-person.
Meet Author
BOARD
with the
Big Read!
Here’s a goodd bbookk
recommendation for
you: read Orphan
Train by Christine
Baker Kline - then
join us for one
(or more) of the
many great book
discussions and
activities taking
place during the
Big Read, March
6-April 16, 2016.
Orphan Train tells two intertwined
stories. One is a contemporary tale of a
teenage girl nearly aging out of foster care,
who befriends an elderly woman as part of
a community service assignment. The other
i to the
h older
ld woman’s
ld
story goes bbackk iin time
childhood as an orphaned immigrant, shipped
by train to the American Midwest and the
hope of a better life.
Christina Baker Kline
Feb. 24 7:00 p.m. at Books & Co.
More details at BigRead.org
The following book discussions have
been scheduled at our Libraries:
Orphan Train appeals to both historical and
contemporary fiction fans, teen and adult
readers alike. Library Journal calls
it “a compelling story about loss,
adaptability, and courage.” It is
currently in development as a
major motion picture.
New Lebanon Branch Library
Trotwood Branch Library
Huber Heights Branch Library
Miamisburg Branch Library
West Carrollton Branch Library
Brookville Branch Library
Pub-Lit at Brixx Ice Company
(500 E. First Street, Dayton)
Vandalia Branch Library
Northmont Branch Library
Monday, 3/7, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, 3/10, 6:45 p.m.
Monday, 3/28, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, 4/2, 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, 4/5, 7:00 p.m.
“The Big Read gives us a chance to fall
in love with the same characters from the
same story at the same time,” said Jennifer
Spillman, co-chair of the Big Read
committee. “It allows us to talk about and
celebrate a really good book together.”
Programs on genealogy, adoption and other
related topics are scheduled at many of our
Libraries as well. For a complete, updated
schedule of all events in the Miami Valley, book
and author information, and the sponsors and
participating organizations, visit BigRead.org.
DAYTON
METRO
LIBRARY
YOUR Dayton Metro Libraries:
Main Library
(Temporary location) 120 S. Patterson Blvd.
Branch Libraries
Belmont 1041 Watervliet Ave.
Brookville 425 Rona Parkway Dr.
Burkhardt 4680 Burkhardt Ave.
Dayton View* 1515 Salem Ave.
Relocating early 2016
Madden Hills 2542 Germantown St.
Miami Township 2718 Lyons Rd.
Miamisburg 35 S. Fifth St.
New Lebanon 715 W. Main St.
Northmont 333 W. National Rd.
Northtown-Shiloh* 35 Bennington Dr.
*Northwest 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Opening early 2016
Electra C. Doren 701 Troy St.
East 2008 Wyoming St.
Ft. McKinley* 3735 Salem Ave.
Genealogy Center 359 Maryland Ave.
Huber Heights 6160 Chambersburg Rd.
Kettering-Moraine 3496 Far Hills Ave.
Outreach Services 937.496.8956
Trotwood 651 E. Main St.
Vandalia 500 S. Dixie Dr.
West Carrollton 300 E. Central Ave.
Westwood 3207 Hoover Ave.
Wilmington-Stroop 3980 Wilmington Pk.
Reopening Summer 2016
Contact Your Librarian Quickly and Easily
Text: 937.779.4491 or text the word
Dayton to 66746 or Email using
the Link on our Research Tools
page on our website.
DaytonMetroLibrary.org

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