Events
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Thinking of starting an outdoor garden or a having an indoor herb garden or window garden? We can provide you with some seeds to launch your endeavor and while you are here, check out some books on horticulture. In addition, please…
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Planning a garden involves deciding what crops to plant, how to efficiently use your space, and correctly timing the planting, care, and harvest of each crop. Are you planning a large backyard garden, a small community garden plot, or a…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Looking for budget-friendly ways to add more plants to your garden? Interested in growing unique varieties you won’t find in stores, or trying your hand at indoor edible plants?
Join us for a session that covers all the essentials of seed…
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You can grow deliciousness right in your backyard or on your patio. This presentation will get you on the right path to growing your own food, and give you resources to keep it going. Flowers, vegetables, fruit, and herbs will be…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Discover the fascinating world of seeds—what they need, when they need it, and why they’re the tiny superheroes of nature. OSU Extensions' Master Gardener will unlock the mysteries of seeds! DML welcomes everyone to our programs.…
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Join us as we kick off the 2026 Seed Library with a Seed Swap Social. Seven Seeds Coop will be hosting in the Marketplace! Stop in any time.
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Dayton Metro Library is proud to host Glen Helen Raptor Center.
Have you ever looked up to the sky and wondered what birds you saw zooming overhead?
Learn about three types of Ohio native raptors, and meet live educational ambassadors from…
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Ever wonder how wool becomes a sweater or scarf? Come learn about the process from Learning Tree Farm presenters. You can also pet goats and sheep. Then, come inside to enjoy making felted soap and try your hand at carding, spooling…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Join us for a session led by an OSU Master Gardener and learn which vegetables grow best together to maximize small spaces while naturally deterring pests and boosting yields. Enjoy an interactive experience and take home a Companion…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Discover how to have a thriving garden while saving water. Learn practical techniques to reduce water usage and have an abundant harvest with an OSU Extension Office Master Gardener.
DML welcomes everyone to our programs. If…
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Vermiculture is a form of composting where worms transform waste into a powerful, natural fertilizer, improving soil health, nutrient availability, and water retention for plants.Our expert presenter from Mission of Mary Cooperative will…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Are you overrun with weeds? Some of those plants may have useful properties or even be edible! Our expert presenter from Mission of Mary Cooperative will share many common weed plants that do have a practical purpose.
DML welcomes everyone…
We love reading to our furry friends! Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow. Please sign up for your 10‑minute slot in the Children’s Department when you arrive.
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Join us for an introduction to the world of orchids! This program will explore the basics of orchid care, including how to choose the right plants, proper watering and lighting, repotting techniques, and tips for encouraging beautiful…
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Join us this spring in creating your very own seed bombs! Seed bombs are small clusters of clay, dirt, and wildflower seeds. They are designed to bring colorful pollinator habitats to your garden without the threat of birds and insects…