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SUMMARY:Big Ideas for Defending Democracy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The next book club session will take place on Thursday\, November 13\, from 5 to 6:30 pm\, in the Main Library’s Conference Room 3A\, featuring How Civil Wars Start and How to Stop Them by Barbara F. Walter.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/big-ideas-for-defending-democracy-book-club/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Reading Railroad Student Mental Health Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host its second annual Reading Railroad Student Mental Health Symposium on Thursday\, November 13\, from 10 am-2 pm\, in the Main Library’s Bassani Theater Off Third\, 3rd Floor. \n  \nStudents\, educators\, school administrators\, and parents are invited to discuss the mental health and well-being of students with life coach and motivational speaker Josh Copeland. \n  \nThe symposium will offer an opportunity for attendees to connect with peers by sharing experiences\, interests\, and the challenges of maintaining mental wellness. Registration is required. \n  \nDML’s Reading Railroad is a signature initiative dedicated to supporting Black boys and young men\, as well as their support systems. For more information and to register\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/reading-railroad-student-mental-health-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Reading Railroad Student Mental Health Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host its second annual Reading Railroad Student Mental Health Symposium on Thursday\, November 13\, from 10 am-2 pm\, in the Main Library’s Bassani Theater Off Third\, 3rd Floor. \n  \nStudents\, educators\, school administrators\, and parents are invited to discuss the mental health and well-being of students with life coach and motivational speaker Josh Copeland. \n  \nThe symposium will offer an opportunity for attendees to connect with peers by sharing experiences\, interests\, and the challenges of maintaining mental wellness. \nRegistration is required. \n  \nDML’s Reading Railroad is a signature initiative dedicated to supporting Black boys and young men\, as well as their support systems. \n  \nFor additional information and to register\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/reading-railroad-student-mental-health-symposium/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Pantry Partner Food Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library is proud to partner with The Foodbank to make the Pantry Partner program possible; please visit https://thefoodbankdayton.org/ for more information. In accordance with federal civil rights laws and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies\, the USDA\, it’s agencies\, offices\, employees\, and institutions participating on or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race\, color\, national origin\, sex\, including gender identity and sexual orientation\, disability\, age\, or reprisal for prior or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. https://dayton.bibliocommons.com/events/67d872fba41c773600266cd0
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pantry-partner-food-distribution/2025-11-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T160000
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SUMMARY:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude\, Monday\, November 3\, 10\, 17\, and 24\, 3-4 pm\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center: The Heartfulness Meditation Center of Beavercreek provides a calming\, guided meditation experience focused on gratitude. Each session is designed to help patrons relax and recharge. Topics include the power of pause\, disengaging from default mode\, releasing burdens\, and rewiring with gratitude. (Adults)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/meditation-monday-a-journey-into-gratitude-2/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T150000
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SUMMARY:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude\, Mondays in November\, 3-4 pm\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center: The Heartfulness Meditation Center of Beavercreek presents a calming\, guided meditation experience focused on gratitude. Each session is designed to help participants relax\, recharge\, and support well-being. (Adults) \n\nNovember 3: The power of pause\nNovember 10: Disengage from default mode by tuning into the heart
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/meditation-monday-a-journey-into-gratitude/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T110000
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SUMMARY:Resume Rescue with Clothes That Work
DESCRIPTION:Resume Rescue with Clothes That Work \n\nMonday\, November 10\, 11 am-12 pm\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center\n\nCreate a resume that stands out by crafting powerful summaries\, highlighting key skills\, optimizing for applicant tracking systems\, and marketing effectively. Registration required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/resume-rescue-with-clothes-that-work-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
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SUMMARY:Black Women Taught Us: An Intimate History of Black Feminism
DESCRIPTION:In Black Women Taught Us: An Intimate History of Black Feminism\,  Jackson explores the legacy of Black women. As a queer\, androgynous Black woman and assistant professor at Syracuse University\, Jackson’s research focuses on Black politics\, including Black feminist movements\, racial threat\, gender and sexuality\, policing\, and political behavior. \n  \nTheir forthcoming academic book\, Policing Blackness\, investigates how racial threat influences Black Americans’ political behavior. A book signing will follow this event\, which is intended for an adult audience. Registration is not required. \n  \nAdditional information about Jackson is available at DaytonMetroLibrary.org/SocialJustice.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/black-women-taught-us-an-intimate-history-of-black-feminism/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T183000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Heroes Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Hometown Heroes Family Storytime \n\nMonday\, November 3\, 5:30–6:30 pm\, Main Library\, Children’s Creativity Space\n\nAs part of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative\, this session features guest reader Darius Beckham\, Senior Policy Aide to Dayton Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/hometown-heroes-family-storytime-4/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T183000
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SUMMARY:Hometown Heroes Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library is launching a new storytime series called Hometown Heroes Family Storytime\, which will be held one Monday a month throughout the year in the Children’s Creativity Space at the Main Library\, from 5:30-6:30 pm. Kids of all ages and caregivers can enjoy fun-filled sessions with books\, songs\, and activities. Each Hometown Heroes session will also have a special guest reader from the Dayton area. Registration is not required. The Hometown Heroes Family Storytime schedule is as follows: \n\nApril 7: Jeffery Mims\, Mayor of the City of Dayton\nMay 5: Dr. David Lawrence\, Dayton Public School District Superintendent\nJune 2: Mr. Moses Mbeseha\, co-founder of The Conscious Connect Community Development Corporation\nJuly 7: Rodney Veal\, an independent choreographer\, interdisciplinary artist\, educator\, and producer\nAugust 18: Willis “Bing” Davis\, an internationally recognized artist\, educator\, and community activist.\nSeptember 8: Jeff Jackson\, co-owner of the Wright Dunbar Cigar Shoppe in Dayton’s Historic Wright Dunbar District\nOctober 6: Michael Carter\, Senior Advisor to the President of Sinclair Community College\nNovember 3: Darius Beckham\, a former senior policy aide to the City of Dayton’s mayor.\nDecember 1: Carl Kennebrew\, International President of the IUE-CWA.\n\nThis Hometown Heroes series is part of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative\, which aims to link DML’s communities through literacy. The initiative is dedicated to fostering a love of reading and learning for Black boys and young men. It offers storytelling experiences\, curated book selections\, signature events\, and mentorship from community leaders so that patrons are encouraged to view reading as a tool for self-discovery\, empowerment\, and lifelong success. \nAnother aspect of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative is the Black Men Read–250 in 2025 Community Challenge. DML is calling on Black men across Montgomery County and beyond to inspire the next generation of readers by sharing the joy of storytelling with young children by becoming a “Reading Conductor” volunteer and/or logging their reading. Volunteers can read as a Hometown Hero guest\, at one of DML’s Branches\, to a loved one\, at a school\, out in the community\, etc.\, to spark curiosity\, foster a connection\, and help create a love of reading in DML’s communities. Sign up to read or log reading at DaytonMetroLibrary.org/ReadingRailroad\, where additional information about DML’s Reading Railroad can be found. \nFor more information about the Hometown Heroes Storytimes\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/hometown-heroes-family-storytime/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T150000
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SUMMARY:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude\, Monday\, November 3\, 10\, 17\, and 24\, 3-4 pm\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center: The Heartfulness Meditation Center of Beavercreek provides a calming\, guided meditation experience focused on gratitude. Each session is designed to help patrons relax and recharge. Topics include the power of pause\, disengaging from default mode\, releasing burdens\, and rewiring with gratitude. (Adults)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/meditation-monday-a-journey-into-gratitude-2/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T150000
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SUMMARY:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Meditation Monday: A Journey into Gratitude\, Mondays in November\, 3-4 pm\, Main Library\, Opportunity Center: The Heartfulness Meditation Center of Beavercreek presents a calming\, guided meditation experience focused on gratitude. Each session is designed to help participants relax\, recharge\, and support well-being. (Adults) \n\nNovember 3: The power of pause\nNovember 10: Disengage from default mode by tuning into the heart
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/meditation-monday-a-journey-into-gratitude/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T140000
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SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Checkup
DESCRIPTION:Stuffed Animal Checkup \n\nMonday\, November 3\, 1-2 pm\, Main Library\, Children’s Creativity Space\n\nChildren in Pre-K through Kindergarten are invited to bring a favorite stuffed toy for a storytime about visiting the doctor. After the story\, their stuffed friends will go through interactive “checkup” stations—checking eyes\, ears\, weight\, and even receiving a pretend shot.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/stuffed-animal-checkup-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T140000
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SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Checkup
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library is excited to introduce a new storytime series\, Stuffed Animal Checkup\, taking place at various Branch locations through December. This engaging and educational program is designed to help young children and their caregivers become more comfortable with the idea of visiting the doctor. Children in PreK through Kindergarten are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to the Library to hear a story about going to the doctor. After the story\, kids will guide their stuffed friends through a series of fun and interactive “checkup” stations—checking eyes\, ears\, weight\, and even giving a pretend shot. Registration is not required. For more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/stuffed-animal-checkup/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T200000
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SUMMARY:Trans Homecoming 2025
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a night of fun\, food\, dancing\, and making new friends in a welcoming and inclusive space. This free event is open to transgender and gender-expansive youth and adults\, and their guests. Participants can try on outfits from donated formal wear\, with support from gender-affirming stylists for hair and makeup. Register at morethanahugohio@gmail.com. More Than a Hug is a Dayton-based 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to offering unconditional love and fostering an environment of full\, active\, and nurturing acceptance and affirmation for marginalized communities.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/trans-homecoming-2025/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T160000
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SUMMARY:Day of the Dead at the Library: Global Ancestral Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Day of the Dead at the Library: Global Ancestral Celebration\, Saturday\, November 1\, 12-4 pm\, Main Library\, Eichelberger Forum and Atrium: Join a parade through the Library to visit altars and a Community Tree of Life honoring loved ones. Catrina face painting begins at 2 pm in the Atrium. After the parade\, enjoy performances by Orgullo Mexicano and Troupe Roja in the Forum.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/day-of-the-dead-at-the-library-global-ancestral-celebration/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251020T123207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123207Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Halloween Edition
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will serve as November’s TAB session. Teens can share ideas to improve DML services and celebrate Halloween. Registration required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/teen-advisory-board-tab-halloween-edition/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251014T193838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T193838Z
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SUMMARY:Come Play with Dayton Rec!
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host Come Play with Dayton Rec! in partnership with the Dayton Recreation Department. Come Play is a program for kids\, tweens\, and teens to play outdoor activities or games\, including favorites such as soccer and football. Registration is not required. \n  \nThe Dayton Recreation Department will be at the following locations: \n\nWest Branch\, Wednesday\, October 22\, 3-4:30 pm\nMain Library\, Wednesday\, October 29\, 3-4:30 pm\n\nFor additional information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665. \n 
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/come-play-with-dayton-rec/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251010T173324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T173324Z
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SUMMARY:Healing Sound Bath
DESCRIPTION:Healing Sound Bath \nSaturday\, October 25\, 3-4:30 pm\, Main Library\, Bassani Theater Off Third\, 3rd Floor: All ages are invited to experience a meditative sound bath using gongs and hand-crafted Tibetan singing bowls. The vibrations will harmonize with the body’s internal system\, promoting physical and mental relaxation.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/healing-sound-bath/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251014T193641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T193641Z
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SUMMARY:Every Body ~Rainbow Reels~
DESCRIPTION:Observe Intersex Awareness Day with a screening of Every Body (2023\, Rated R)\, a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Fresh documentary by Julie Cohen\, Academy Award-nominated director of RBG (along with Betsy West). This film follows intersex activists in a battle to live life on their terms. \nRapid HIV testing with quick results via a finger stick will be available before\, during\, and after the screening\, through Public Health Dayton Montgomery County. (Adults)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/every-body-rainbow-reels/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
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SUMMARY:Culture & Community Gatherings
DESCRIPTION:As part of its Native American Heritage and Culture programming\, Dayton Metro Library will hold Culture & Community Gatherings through October. Hosted by Stephanie Van Hoose\, patrons will gather to discuss ways to create the community they want by exploring commonalities through art. By honoring the original caretakers of the land and inviting them into the Library’s space\, knowledge and experiences will be shared. Van Hoose is an Indigenous advocate who has hosted several programs with DML in the past. Culture & Community Gatherings will be held on Thursdays from 5:30-7 pm\, in the Main Library’s Opportunity Center on the following dates: \nMarch 27 \nApril 24 \nMay 22 \nJune 26 \nJuly 24 \nAugust 28 \nSeptember 25 \nOctober 23 \nAll ages are welcome to attend. Registration is not required. For more information\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/culture-community-gatherings/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251015T163723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T163723Z
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SUMMARY:Paranormal Research in Local History Collections
DESCRIPTION:DML’s Local History Librarian\, Rachael Bussert\, will provide an overview of conducting paranormal research using primary sources\, with a focus on the Dayton Room and DML databases. (Adults)
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/paranormal-research-in-local-history-collections/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
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SUMMARY:The Black Child Book Fair Tour
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library will host The Black Child Book Fair Tour on Saturday\, October 18\, from 10 am-3 pm\, in the Bassani Theater Off Third\, 3rd Floor\, and the Community Room at the Main Library. \n  \nThe Black Child Book Fair is a nonprofit organization that promotes African American-focused reading materials in urban communities nationwide. Its mission is to enrich the educational\, emotional\, developmental\, and social needs of youth from diverse backgrounds. \n  \n“Books for Black children are hard to find\,” is a statement heard all too often in society. Black children need to see faces that look like theirs and read stories about people who look like them – written by people who look like them. \n  \nFamilies are invited to join DML for this transformative event\, which aims to close the Greater Dayton Area’s opportunity gap through literacy awareness. \n  \nFor more information about the Black Child Book Fair\, visit blackchildbookfair.com. Additional information about this program can be found at DaytonMetroLibrary.org or by calling the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/the-black-child-book-fair-tour/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20250930T121841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T121841Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Tools for Government Archival Records (with a Case Study on the JFK Files)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 16\, 5-6 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 3A (Registration is required for this session.)\n\nLearn how to effectively use online tools and resources to locate\, access\, and interpret declassified government records\, using the recently released JFK files as a case study.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/digital-tools-for-government-archival-records-with-a-case-study-on-the-jfk-files/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251010T173249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T173249Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Craft and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Teen Craft and Learn \nThursday\, October 16\, 4-5 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 1B: De-stress with crafts while watching a video that discusses finances\, the future\, and adult life skills. A Librarian will also answer questions and share additional learning resources. Registration required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/teen-craft-and-learn/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20250828T120936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T120936Z
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SUMMARY:Pantry Partner Food Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library is proud to partner with The Foodbank to make the Pantry Partner program possible; please visit https://thefoodbankdayton.org/ for more information. In accordance with federal civil rights laws and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies\, the USDA\, it’s agencies\, offices\, employees\, and institutions participating on or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race\, color\, national origin\, sex\, including gender identity and sexual orientation\, disability\, age\, or reprisal for prior or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. https://dayton.bibliocommons.com/events/67d872fba41c773600266cd0
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pantry-partner-food-distribution/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251002T122222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T122222Z
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SUMMARY:Landlord/Tenant Issues Legal Aid Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Landlord/Tenant Issues Legal Aid Clinic\nSaturday\, October 11\, 3-5 pm\, Main Library\, Study Rooms\, 2nd Floor \nDrop in for legal assistance related to landlord/tenant issues\, including eviction sealing and escrow support. Representatives from UD Law and GDVLP will be available to assist. Registration is not required.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/landlord-tenant-issues-legal-aid-clinic/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20251002T122142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T122142Z
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SUMMARY:Ask a Lawyer
DESCRIPTION:Ask a Lawyer\nFriday\, October 10\, 12-5 pm\, Main Library\, Community Room\, 2nd Floor: \nAttorneys from GDVLP will answer questions about employment law\, landlord/tenant issues\, and contracts and warranties. Appointments are limited to 25 minutes. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged via this link: https://bit.ly/4nNz3Ot.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/ask-a-lawyer-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20250910T115114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T115114Z
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SUMMARY:Color Me Calm: Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Color Me Calm: Halloween\, Thursday\, October 9\, 5:30-6:30 pm\, Main Library\, Conference Room 1A: Relax and unwind with music and coloring. Adults
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/color-me-calm-halloween/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T034816
CREATED:20250326T124735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T124735Z
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SUMMARY:Hometown Heroes Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Metro Library is launching a new storytime series called Hometown Heroes Family Storytime\, which will be held one Monday a month throughout the year in the Children’s Creativity Space at the Main Library\, from 5:30-6:30 pm. Kids of all ages and caregivers can enjoy fun-filled sessions with books\, songs\, and activities. Each Hometown Heroes session will also have a special guest reader from the Dayton area. Registration is not required. The Hometown Heroes Family Storytime schedule is as follows: \n\nApril 7: Jeffery Mims\, Mayor of the City of Dayton\nMay 5: Dr. David Lawrence\, Dayton Public School District Superintendent\nJune 2: Mr. Moses Mbeseha\, co-founder of The Conscious Connect Community Development Corporation\nJuly 7: Rodney Veal\, an independent choreographer\, interdisciplinary artist\, educator\, and producer\nAugust 18: Willis “Bing” Davis\, an internationally recognized artist\, educator\, and community activist.\nSeptember 8: Jeff Jackson\, co-owner of the Wright Dunbar Cigar Shoppe in Dayton’s Historic Wright Dunbar District\nOctober 6: Michael Carter\, Senior Advisor to the President of Sinclair Community College\nNovember 3: Darius Beckham\, a former senior policy aide to the City of Dayton’s mayor.\nDecember 1: Carl Kennebrew\, International President of the IUE-CWA.\n\nThis Hometown Heroes series is part of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative\, which aims to link DML’s communities through literacy. The initiative is dedicated to fostering a love of reading and learning for Black boys and young men. It offers storytelling experiences\, curated book selections\, signature events\, and mentorship from community leaders so that patrons are encouraged to view reading as a tool for self-discovery\, empowerment\, and lifelong success. \nAnother aspect of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative is the Black Men Read–250 in 2025 Community Challenge. DML is calling on Black men across Montgomery County and beyond to inspire the next generation of readers by sharing the joy of storytelling with young children by becoming a “Reading Conductor” volunteer and/or logging their reading. Volunteers can read as a Hometown Hero guest\, at one of DML’s Branches\, to a loved one\, at a school\, out in the community\, etc.\, to spark curiosity\, foster a connection\, and help create a love of reading in DML’s communities. Sign up to read or log reading at DaytonMetroLibrary.org/ReadingRailroad\, where additional information about DML’s Reading Railroad can be found. \nFor more information about the Hometown Heroes Storytimes\, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/hometown-heroes-family-storytime/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library – Main Library\, 215 E. Third Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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