Wright Memorial Public Library - Oakwood
Wright Memorial Public Library
1776 Far Hills Avenue
Oakwood, OH, 45419
Books are only the beginning at Wright Memorial Public Library. So much to see, so much to do!
Upcoming Events: Wright Memorial Public Library
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
2/05/2026
Learn about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) impacts us and best practices on how to navigate it safely, ethically, and effectively.
Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley
2/05/2026
Join us for an unforgettable virtual experience as we chat with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, "Fire Sword and Sea," based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.
Author Talks Online: 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic w/ Lindsey Stewart
2/12/2026
This virtual author talk is a love letter to the real magic Black women used - their herbs, food, textiles, song, and dance, used to sow rebellion, freedom, and hope.
Notable African Americans Buried in Woodland Cemetery
2/15/2026
Learn about the lives of African Americans whose final resting place is in Dayton, Ohio.
Henry Dorton: An Unsung Patriot of Color
2/24/2026
An intimate look at one of the forgotten patriots of color. Presented by ancestor Frances McGee Cromartie.
Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum (virtual author talk)
2/24/2026
Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.
Monthly Cinephile Club at Wright Library
2/26/2026
Trade your phone screen for the big screen with a watch-and-discuss film each month at Wright Library.
The Story of Carillon Park
3/15/2026
Alex Heckman and Steve Lucht from Carillon Park present highlights from recently published book, A Living Landmark: The Story of Carillon Historical Park.
