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Name: The Heart of Auschwitz - Passive Program
Start: 2025-04-08
End: 2025-04-30
Location: Located at Mitch Park

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Branches	24/7 Library Kiosk at Mitch Park	Bethany Library		Capitol Hill Library		Choctaw Library	Downtown Library			Edmond Library		Jones Library	Nicoma Park Library	Ralph Ellison Library			Southern Oaks Library		The Village Library	Warr Acres Library
Rooms	No room assigned	Onsite (Bethany)	Children's Area (Bethany)	Onsite (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room (Choctaw)	Online + Curbside (Downtown)	Onsite (Downtown)	Atrium (Downtown)	Onsite (Edmond)	Children's Program Room C (Edmond)	Meeting Room (Jones)	Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)	Onsite (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)	Onsite (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Village)	Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Heart of Auschwitz - Passive Program All Day 4/8 - 4/30 Kids, Teens, Adults 24/7 Library Kiosk at Mitch Park This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: 24/7 Library Kiosk at Mitch Park Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Come by the lobby of the Northwest Library and read about The Heart of Auschwitz, the sole possession of a Holocaust survivor, Fania Fainer. You can take your own replica of this artifact.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Forage for Fungi Scavenger Hunt 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs Event Description: Forage through the stacks for fungi! Where are the mushrooms hiding? If you find them all, you get a prize! 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. Fairy House Take-Home Kit All Day 4/1 - 4/18 All Ages Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Instructions on how to assemble the house will be included with this super fun kit. Disclaimer(s) We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required). This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Tortured Poets Revisited: Taylor Swift or Shakespeare? Take-Home Kit All Day 4/8 - 4/13 Teens, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Who said it? Come show us how well you know Taylor Swift... or William Shakespeare. You will be given a number of quotes and you must tell us who said it! 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 "Teens" group. Butterflies in Remembrance of the Holocaust for Yom Hashoah 04/04/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/16/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Description: “The Butterfly” is a poem written by Pavel Friedmann in 1942 while imprisoned in the Terezin Concentration Camp during the Holocaust. Disclaimer(s) 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! It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit. This event is in the "Kids" group. Butterflies in Remembrance of the Holocaust for Yom Hashoah 04/04/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/16/2025 @ 5:00pm Kids Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Description: “The Butterfly” is a poem written by Pavel Friedmann in 1942 while imprisoned in the Terezin Concentration Camp during the Holocaust. Disclaimer(s) 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! It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. National Library Week Book Redesign Competition All Day 4/7 - 4/16 Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: In honor of National Library Week, the Downtown library will be holding a book redesign competition! Redesign one of the following books and deliver a copy to the Downtown Library front desk for a chance to win some library swag.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Spring Mindfulness Journal Prompt Booklet 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm Adults Edmond Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Onsite (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit, Writing Event Description: Spring is a time for reflection and renewal. Journaling is the perfect tool to navigate the transition of the seasons. So spring into these 30 days of mindful journaling prompts.				This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Cancelled-National Library Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 4/1 - 4/19 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Books & Reading Event Description: Learn about how to use all the sections of the library while exploring Ralph Ellison on a Scavenger Hunt This event is in the "All Ages" group. Poem a Day for National Poetry Month All Day All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Box All Day 4/7 - 4/15 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading Event Description: Bookish book boxes are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your January Book Box!! Boxes are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up! 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 "Kids" group. Easter Bunny Craft Take Home Kit All Day 4/8 - 4/15 Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate Easter with creativity! This take-home kit is perfect for kids and teens, allowing you to design and personalize your very own Easter Bunny picture. 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. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Gallery All Day 3/17 - 4/18 All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, 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 "Kids" group. Pages & Prose Parcel 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/15/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids Warr Acres Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Pages & Prose Parcel is a five-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 12. 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. Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. April Creative Writing Chapbook 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. April Mindfulness Journal 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 "All Ages" group. The Oklahoma Standard - It's Our Turn 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Warr Acres Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: On April 19, 1995, the Oklahoma City bombing shook the heart of our community, leaving a deep mark on the lives of those directly impacted and the world beyond.
9:30am											This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Musictime for Babies 9:30am - 10:15am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together. Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.
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10:00am												This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Birth-PreK Jones Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!										This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Storytime: Library Love! 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Warr Acres 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: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes Event Description: Join us for a special storytime celebrating the magic of the library. Storytime will feature library-themed stories, interactive songs, and crafts to spark 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.
10:15am						This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga 10:15am - 11:15am Adults Choctaw Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!
10:30am											This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Musictime for Children (Ages 2-5) 10:30am - 11:15am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together. Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.							This event is in the "Adults" group. Basic Computer Classes 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Description: Join us for free computer classes on April 11th. This session will cover Typing and getting to know your computer. Laptops will be available to work along with our presenter from the Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC).
10:45am
11:00am			This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Children's Room Open Hours! 11:00am - 1:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting Event Description: Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer! Ever wonder what is in the brightly colored room in the back of the children's area? Come find out during this open hours exploration! 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. 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.
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11:30am																This event is in the "All Ages" group. Pet Food Pantry 11:30am - 12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program Event Description: The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.
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12:00pm									This event is in the "All Ages" group. Live Piano Music 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Atrium (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.
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1:00pm													This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Community Room 1:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Nicoma Park Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics Event Description: Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.
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4:00pm					This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Arts and Crafts: Box Stitch Lanyards 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kids, Teens Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us after school for arts and crafts! Each Friday, come do a craft while you hang out with friends. We'll be doing all sorts of things, from bad art night to zines to paper mache! 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 "All Ages" group. Chess Club 4:00pm - 5:30pm All Ages The Village Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming Event Description: It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning. Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.
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