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Meet Ashley, General Library Helper at the Southeast Branch
Volunteers are often regular patrons with a deep love for the Library, seeking ways to support it and give back. Ashley works remotely for…
First Responder Storytimes at DML
Families and community members are invited to listen to stories and interact with police officers, members of the K-9 unit, and…
DML Resumes Sunday Hours at Main
Dayton Metro Library is excited to announce that beginning Sunday, September 7, the Main Library will resume its Sunday hours. Below are a…
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Mon: 10am - 7pm | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat: 9:30am - 6pm | Thu: 11am - 8pm
Main Library Only: Open Sunday 1 - 5pm
Holidays and Closures
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Christmas EveWednesday, December 24, 2025Closed All Day
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ChristmasThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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New Year's EveWednesday, December 31, 2025Closed All Day
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New Year's DayThursday, January 1, 2026Closed All Day
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Martin Luther King Jr. DaySunday, January 18, 2026 - Monday, January 19, 2026Closed All Day
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President's DaySunday, February 15, 2026 - Monday, February 16, 2026Closed All Day
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EasterSunday, April 5, 2026Closed All Day
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Memorial DaySunday, May 24, 2026 - Monday, May 25, 2026Closed All Day
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JuneteenthFriday, June 19, 2026Closed All Day
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Independence DaySaturday, July 4, 2026 - Sunday, July 5, 2026Closed All Day
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Labor DaySunday, September 6, 2026 - Monday, September 7, 2026Closed All Day
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Staff Development DayWednesday, October 7, 2026Closed All Day
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Indigenous Peoples' DaySunday, October 11, 2026 - Monday, October 12, 2026Closed All Day
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ThanksgivingThursday, November 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Christmas EveThursday, December 24, 2026Closed All Day
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ChristmasFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's EveThursday, December 31, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's DayFriday, January 1, 2027Closed All Day
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Martin Luther King Jr. DaySunday, January 17, 2027 - Monday, January 18, 2027Closed All Day