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2 days ago
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Dayton Metro Library offers free lunches, and more for kids this summer
Previous coverage of the Dayton Metro Library above. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – To bridge the gap while schools are out, the Dayton Metro Library is offering summer resources for kids in the Miami Valley. The resources include everything from free lunches, games, activities, tutoring and pre-k prep. Local library opens applications for upcoming Writer and Author's Symposium DPS Summer Lunches: These lunches will help fight food insecurity and give kids/teens a friendly place to hang out. Both the West Branch and the Northwest Branch will have lunches, Monday through Friday, from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. The program will run until July 31. (There will be no lunch service on Juneteenth and the Fourth of July.) Homework Help, Summer Edition: Available to kids from First Grade to those entering Senior year. This unique program will teach kids STEM concepts, make cool art projects with help from local artists and grow a garden to learn about healthy will be available at the Burkhardt, Northwest, and West Branches Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The program will run until August 6. (There will be no homework help class on Juneteenth.) Kids under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Y on the Fly: Every Wednesday, the Northwest Branch will host the YMCA's mobile unit from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Kids/teens can enjoy fun games and free healthy snacks. The last Wednesday the mobile unit will visit is July 30. Kettering Health boosting cybersecurity as recovery from attack continues Kindergarten Club: This program is created for kids who will be starting Kindergarten in the fall. Kids and their parents/guardians will get to enjoy a variety of activities. Caregivers will be giving tips on teaching early-literacy activities, social/emotional learning opportunities and skills in their homes. The following is the full summer schedule: Brookville Branch: Every Thursday, June 12 – July 31, 6 to 7 p.m. (except Juneteenth) Burkhardt Branch: Every Monday, June 9 – July 21, 6 to 7 p.m. Electra C. Doren Branch: Every Thursday, June 12 – July 31, 6 to 7 p.m. (registration required) (except Juneteenth) Huber Heights Branch: Every Wednesday, June 18 – August 6, 11 a.m. to noon Kettering-Moraine Branch: Every Friday, June 6 – August 1, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (except Fourth of July) Main Library, Children's Creativity Space: Every Wednesday, June 11 – July 30, 10 to 11 a.m. Miami Township Branch: Monday-Thursday, July 14 – July 24, 2 to 3 p.m. Miamisburg Branch: Every Thursday, June 12 – July 31, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (except Juneteenth) New Lebanon Branch: Monday-Thursday, June 9 – June 12, noon to 1 p.m. Northmont Branch: Every Tuesday and Thursday, July 8 – July 31, 6 to 7 p.m. Northwest Branch: Monday-Thursday, July 21 – July 31, 4 to 5 p.m. Southeast Branch: Monday-Thursday, June 9 – June 12, 2 to 3 p.m. Trotwood Branch: Every Tuesday and Thursday, July 22 – August 14, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Vandalia Branch: Every Monday, June 9 – July 28, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. West Branch: Every Monday, June 16 – July 28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. West Carrollton Branch: Every Friday, June 6 – August 1,10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (except July 4) Wilmington-Stroop Branch: Monday-Thursday, July 14 – July 24, 1 to 2 p.m. To learn more, click here or call the Library's Ask Me Line at (937) 463-2665. The library asks anyone who needs a sign language interpreter, assistive device, language translation, or accessibility services to call the Ask Me Line at (937) 463-2665 or click here. This is so they can get the service ready ahead of time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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Local library opens applications for upcoming Writer and Author's Symposium
Previous coverage of the Dayton Metro Library. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Metro Library is now receiving applications for its 2025 Writer and Author's Symposium. This is an exciting opportunity for writers to engage with the vibrant local community. There are two open roles for the event. Featured Writers: These writers will be able to directly engage with readers, promote and sell their books. Facilitators: A collection of writers, publishers, and editors who will critique the first ten pages of an emerging writer's work. This will help them improve their work and give them vital feedback. Any writer in the Miami Valley interested in either position for the Symposium can apply here, by of before Friday, July 11. Dayton Library to host senior pizza parties with college help If selected, the DML will contact the writer with additional information. Anyone can visit the Symposium, which will be held on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., throughout the Main Library downtown. There will be workshops, mini writing-themed activities and an exploration of local authors. Registration is not required. To learn more or call the Library's Ask Me Line at 937-463-2665 or click here. If you need a sign language interpreter, assistive device, language translation, or accessibility services, please call the Ask Me Line or click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
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Dayton Library to host senior pizza parties with college help
Previous coverage on summer food programs in Dayton. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Metro Library is partnering with the Montgomery County Educational Service Center to host pizza parties for high school seniors and recent graduates. These free 'Jump Start Your Future' parties will help students plan for college, the workforce and beyond. Educational advisors will help attendees fill out FAFSA, school applications, find scholarships, build resumes or write essays. Available spots for these workshop parties are limited, so registration is required. WWII soldier returned home 80 years later; public services soon Registration is currently open for these sessions: West Carrollton Branch: Tuesday, June 10, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Miamisburg Branch: Tuesday, June 10, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Northmont Branch: Wednesday, June 11, noon to 2 p.m. Brookville Branch: Wednesday, June 11, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Vandalia Branch: Tuesday, June 24, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kettering-Moraine Branch: Thursday, June 26, noon to 2 p.m. Northwest Branch: Tuesday, July 8, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Trotwood Branch: Tuesday, July 22, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Then registration will open on Tuesday, July 1, for these sessions: Wilmington-Stroop Branch: Tuesday, August 5, noon to 2 p.m. Burkhardt Branch: Wednesday, August 6, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Later, registration for Electra C. Doren's session will open on Wednesday, October 1. Wednesday, November 5, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Springboro police encourage helmet safety with free ice cream To learn more or to register, call the Library's Ask Me Line at 937-463-2665 or click here. If you need a sign language interpreter, assistive device, language translation, or accessibility services, please call the Ask Me Line or click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Coming Soon: DML Summer Reading Challenge
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Metro Library 2025 Summer Reading Challenge is kicking off soon. This year's challenge, 'Color Our World,' begins in partnership with the Dayton Art Institute on Saturday, May 31. The youth challenge is open to anyone under the age of 18. Participants will earn free books after 15, 30, and 45 days of activity. Prizes will be available for pickup while supplies last, or through Saturday, Aug. 9, at any Dayton Metro Library branch. Kids have the option of either a physical progress tracker, available for pickup, or an online tracker available through BeanStack here. One lucky reader will have a chance to win the grand prize, a $2,500 CollegeAdvantage Savings Award. Parents/guardians will need to enter the sweepstakes on behalf of their child online by Aug. 9. Daughter of Malcolm X speaks at DML about father's legacy Adults looking to engage in the summer fun can enter the Adult Challenge. This challenge will be tracked using a BINGO Challenge Board. These boards can be found both in person and online through BeanStack. When readers finish their BINGO challenge board, they will be eligible to redeem a small prize at any library branch and can enter to win a Branch Raffle Basket. Winners will be notified by Wednesday, Aug. 13. The Dayton Art Institute will host a Library Card Day on Saturday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving cardholders free entry to the museum. Other Library Card Day activities include the following: Specialized museum scavenger hunts Draw Alive in the Lange Family Experiencenter Storytimes both on the Bookmobile and in the Rose Auditorium Pipe organist Matt Dierking will perform in the Rose Auditorium GALLERY: NATO Day 1 For those without a Library Card looking to enjoy the card day festivities, signups can be done for both a library card and summer challenges on location day of. To learn more, click here or call the Library's Ask Me Line at (937) 463-2665. For more information on the Dayton Art Institute hours and visitor guides, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
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Free yoga and Medicare 101 sessions at Dayton Library
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Metro Library will have multiple health and wellness programs available throughout the next two weeks. Saturday, May 24, 11 a.m. to noon at the Southeast Branch. Day Yoga will host a relaxing yoga session. Registration is required. Thursday, May 29, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Electra C. Doren Branch. Wright State residents and medical students will present 'Your Kidneys and You: Insights from the National Kidney Foundation.' They will teach dietary tips and healthy habits that may limit kidney disease risk. Dayton library hosts veteran services and health programs Saturday, May 31, noon to 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., 4:30 pm, Brookville Branch. There will be two 'Medicare 101' sessions, where local educators and independent agents can answer questions about Medicare. Registration is required. Tuesday, June 3, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Trotwood Branch. Yoga for You with YaYa Yoga is an accessible yoga class, built to be open to everyone, regardless of skill level. Registration is required. Wednesday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Northwest Branch. The Alzheimer's Association will present 'Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body.' This will give attendees hands-on tools to plan for healthy aging. Kettering Health facilities suffer outage due to 'cyberattack' Wednesday, June 4, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Southeast Branch. 'Dementia Support with Public Health Dayton & Montgomery County' will be a specialized class on support for adults with dementia and their families/caregivers. Registration is required. To register for events or to learn more, click here or call the Library's Ask Me Line at 937-463-2665. The library asks anyone who needs a sign language interpreter, assistive device, language translation, or accessibility services to call the Ask Me Line at 937-463-2665 or click here. This is so they can get the service ready ahead of time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
