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May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba in the Park

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Outdoors (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Zumba is perfect for everyone and everybody!  Zumba® class is designed to bring people together!  We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Zumba is perfect for everyone and everybody!  Zumba® class is designed to bring people together!  We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Container Gardening

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Spring has sprung, and it's the perfect time to learn about growing. Container gardening is a great way to get into plant ownership when you have limited space. In this program ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Spring has sprung, and it's the perfect time to learn about growing. Container gardening is a great way to get into plant ownership when you have limited space.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Toddler Parachute Play

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Parachute Play:

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as following directions, socializing with others, building vocabulary, and engaging in big body play that uses large and dynamic movement. Parachute play may be paired with props, songs, and books. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mat Yoga

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear so...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.  

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Preschool Parachute Play

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Parachute Play:

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as following directions, socializing with others, building vocabulary, and engaging in big body play that uses large and dynamic movement. Parachute play may be paired with props, songs, and books. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

BreastFeeding Friends: Lactation & Support Group

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join the OK Mother's Milk Bank for BFFs, an inclusive breastfeeding support group for all families in the OKC Metro! This support group will be facilitated by an Internatio...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join the OK Mother's Milk Bank for BFFs, an inclusive breastfeeding support group for all families in the OKC Metro!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

FRESH START: NUTRITION & YOU

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

You can learn how to cook new recipes, choose healthy foods, save money at the grocery store, keep foods safe to eat, and be more physically active.  Topics include: "Plan: Kn...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

You can learn how to cook new recipes, choose healthy foods, save money at the grocery store, keep foods safe to eat, and be more physically active.  Topics include: "Plan: Know What's for Dinner," "Choosing More Fruits & Vegetables," "Sh

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness Class

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas. Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org....

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas.

Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org. Mayores de 18 años pueden participar.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Tai Chi

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Book Gardens for Kids

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Participants will pick out a book with a garden theme and then try to recreate it such as Peter Rabbit or Tops and Bottoms. This is a fun way to integrate literacy, art, and g...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Participants will pick out a book with a garden theme and then try to recreate it such as Peter Rabbit or Tops and Bottoms. This is a fun way to integrate literacy, art, and gardening!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Starting Seeds from Your Favorite Kitchen Herbs

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Embark on an exhilarating journey as we delve into the enchanting realm of starting seeds for your favorite kitchen herbs. Join us on this expedition, where not only will you unloc...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Embark on an exhilarating journey as we delve into the enchanting realm of starting seeds for your favorite kitchen herbs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

New Knitters

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

W.A.T.E.R. Safety for Kids Ages 3-7

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

May is National Swim Safety Month and what better time to talk to our kids about the fun and danger of being around water?! Each week in May, Christy Blew from Goldfish Swim School...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

May is National Swim Safety Month and what better time to talk to our kids about the fun and danger of being around water?!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Way Fun Wednesday

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays! Alternating activities will include parachute play, sensory activities, art projects, and good old fashioned playtime!  Sharing in pla...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Exploring Herbs & Healthy Drinks

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

This beginners class will discuss common herbs that you can use to make various drinks for kids! Hot and cold teas, herbal-rade, fruit drinks and more! Gabrielle Reyes is a moth...

Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

This beginners class will discuss common herbs that you can use to make various drinks for kids! Hot and cold teas, herbal-rade, fruit drinks and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Salsa Garden

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make a tasty salad like lettuce, carrots, radishes and cucumbers. Participants will be able to take home their own s...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make a tasty salad like lettuce, carrots, radishes and cucumbers. Participants will be able to take home their own salad!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Culture Crew - Be Part of the Experience! Warrior Spirit

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!  ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Description:

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nutrition for Bone Health with Natural Grocers

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

It's never too late to build bone health! (Men too!) Support lifelong bone health by knowing how to get all the nutrients your bones need through food and targeted, evidence-bas...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Zoom (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

It's never too late to build bone health! (Men too!)

Support lifelong bone health by knowing how to get all the nutrients your bones need through food and targeted, evidence-based supplements.

 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness / Salud Total

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas. Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org....

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas.

Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org. Mayores de 18 años pueden participar.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, inc...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba in the Park

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Outdoors (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Zumba is perfect for everyone and everybody!  Zumba® class is designed to bring people together!  We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Zumba is perfect for everyone and everybody!  Zumba® class is designed to bring people together!  We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation.