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Day Calendar

Name: Winter Reading Forest
Start: 2024-01-16
End: 2024-02-29
Location: Almonte Library

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Branches	Almonte Library	Bethany Library		Choctaw Library	Del City Library	Downtown Library	Edmond Library	Harrah Library	Jones Library	Luther Library	Midwest City Library	Nicoma Park Library	Northwest Library		Ralph Ellison Library			Southern Oaks Library		The Village Library	Warr Acres Library
Rooms	Study Room 4P (Almonte)	Onsite (Bethany)	Online + Curbside (Bethany)	Passive Program (Choctaw)	Meeting Room B (Del City)	Friends Room (Downtown)	Meeting Room B (Edmond)	Passive Program (Harrah)	Passive Program (Jones)	Passive Program (Luther)	Online + Curbside (Midwest City)	Passive Program (Nicoma Park)	Program Room (Northwest)	Meeting Room B (Northwest)	Onsite (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)	Onsite (Southern Oaks)	Onsite (The Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Online (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Winter Reading Forest All Day 1/16 - 2/29 All Ages Almonte Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Study Room 4P (Almonte) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Visit Almonte's creation station for share your favorite winter read and decorate a tree for our forest. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Kids" group. Frog Finders Challenge All Day 2/2 - 2/29 Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM Event Description: Hop to it and come find these frogs! Once you find all nine, you will receive a prize. (Toads included; please be kind to them.) Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Leap Year Origami Frog Kit! All Day 2/19 - 2/25 All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online + Curbside (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Come by and pick up a Take-Home Kit to create an origami frog! Kits are limited. Available while supplies last. Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. StoryQuest: Read Across the Community Libraries All Day 2/23 - 3/8 Birth-PreK, Kids Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Passive Program (Choctaw) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for our 6th annual Read Across the Community Libraries! This year's theme is StoryQuest -- Adventure at Your Library!				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. StoryQuest: Read Across the Community Libraries All Day 2/23 - 3/8 Birth-PreK, Kids Harrah Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Harrah Library Room: Passive Program (Harrah) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for our 6th annual Read Across the Community Libraries! This year's theme is StoryQuest -- Adventure at Your Library!	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. StoryQuest: Read Across the Community Libraries All Day 2/23 - 3/8 Birth-PreK, Kids Jones Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Passive Program (Jones) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for our 6th annual Read Across the Community Libraries! This year's theme is StoryQuest -- Adventure at Your Library!	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. StoryQuest: Read Across the Community Libraries All Day 2/23 - 3/8 Birth-PreK, Kids Luther Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Luther Library Room: Passive Program (Luther) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for our 6th annual Read Across the Community Libraries! This year's theme is StoryQuest -- Adventure at Your Library!	This event is in the "Teens" group. Spring Teen Book Box Registration All Day 2/1 - 2/29 Teens Midwest City Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well this is just like that, except for free! And with library books! 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. We can only guarantee one kit per registration. Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed. Special notes should not be used for additional registrations. Thank you for your help!	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. StoryQuest: Read Across the Community Libraries All Day 2/23 - 3/8 Birth-PreK, Kids Nicoma Park Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library Room: Passive Program (Nicoma Park) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for our 6th annual Read Across the Community Libraries! This year's theme is StoryQuest -- Adventure at Your Library!			This event is in the "All Ages" group. BHM Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/1 - 2/29 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Take-Home Kit Event Description: Peek-a-boo! Who can you find throughout the library? Grab a Black History Month Scavenger Month kit at the front desk.	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 2/1 - 2/29 Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's annual trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize. This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Black History Month Take Home Puzzle All Day 2/19 - 2/26 Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Have a blast learning about black history while putting together a puzzle you take home from the Ralph Ellison Library. Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.		This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Book Boxes (Signup) All Day 2/1 - 2/29 Teens Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book from the Juvenile or Young Adult reading level!	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest 2024 All Day 2/1 - 3/8 All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Writing Event Description: The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Question Board All Day 2/1 - 3/11 Teens Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Writing Event Description: Every month, we ask a question, and you get to answer! This event is in the "All Ages" group. Black History Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/3 - 2/29 All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Celebrate Black History Month at the library with an interactive scavenger hunt. Search throughout the library to uncover the identity of five important figures from Black history.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Self-Care Stress Management Take Home Kit 02/13/2024 @ 9:00am - 02/26/2024 @ 9:00pm Adults The Village Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Onsite (The Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Description: Stress got you down or even overwhelmed? Take care of yourself with the help of this Self-Care Kit.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. February Creative Writing Chapbook 02/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 02/29/2024 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing Event Description: Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles! This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. February Mindfulness Journal 02/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 02/29/2024 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Celebrating Black Excellence: Paul Laurence Dunbar 02/18/2024 @ 12:00pm - 02/25/2024 @ 11:45am Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Online (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences Event Description: To celebrate Black excellence for Black History Month, this week we're looking at Paul Laurence Dunbar. Dunbar (June 27, 1872 – February 9, 1906) was one of the most influential poets in American literature. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Celebrating Black Excellence: Claude McKay 02/25/2024 @ 12:00pm - 02/29/2024 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Online (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences Event Description: To celebrate Black excellence for Black History Month, this week we're looking at Claude McKay.
1:00pm																	This event is in the "Adults" group. Crowns Tea 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Thick Descriptions' Signature Event, The Crowns Tea, celebrates the rich tradition of church hats and is a tribute to the book, "Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats" by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Disclaimer(s) There is no guarantee that foods served at this program have not come into contact with tree nuts, soybean, dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts or other allergens. Accordingly, neither the Library nor Thick Descriptions will assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with at this program or any harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.
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1:30pm						This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Monthly D&D Session 1:30pm - 3:30pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Friends Room (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Join us for fun and excitement as we pursue victory and plunder across the many worlds and planes of Dungeons and Dragons! This monthly campaign is geared for new and experienced players alike.																	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Creative Writing Sunday 1:30pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Writing Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Description: Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?
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2:00pm													This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Crafternoon: Sew a Felt Leprechaun 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teens Northwest Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Program Room (Northwest) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Description: Let's get crafty! Each month, we will have a different fun craft activity. This month, you'll learn the basics of hand sewing as you make a cute little leprechaun gnome!
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3:00pm					This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Pokemon TCG League 3:00pm - 4:30pm Kids, Teens Del City Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room B (Del City) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Description: Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League!									This event is in the "Kids" group. LEGO Club (Ages 5-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids Northwest Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs Event Description: Please join us on the last Sunday of every month at 3PM for LEGO Club. Use your imagination and create your own design or participate in our monthly construction challenge. We supply the LEGO blocks, you bring the creativity. 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.
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4:00pm							This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop 4:00pm - 5:30pm Kids, Teens Edmond Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing Event Description: Calling all young storytellers to our second annual Young Storytellers Workshop at the library! If you have a story to tell, pick up a set of submission guidelines from the Children's desk and submit the draft of your tale to us by December 15th. Disclaimer(s) 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. Black Feminist: A Screening and Discussion 4:00pm - 5:30pm Adults Warr Acres Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Film & Movies Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Description: Black Feminist is a lively and illuminating documentary that explores the double-edged sword of racial and gender oppression that Black women face in America.
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