Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (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!

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Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

The introductory class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements, Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and bu

Disclaimer(s)

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

CLC Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE 1)

9:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Required
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5

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!

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. 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

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!

Please register each child who will be in attendance individually.

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

Story & Song: Poetry Month

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! In honor of National Poetry Month, our theme of the week is: Poetry!

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.

Music Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at the library! Receive an emailed link to Music Time with Miss. Ginger where we invite you and your child to sing, move, and create beautiful music.

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. 

Tech Help

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Required
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Confused about computers or the internet? Struggling with a job application or resume? Can't figure out how to download apps or books to your mobile device? We can help! Our trainers can answer your questions about basic technology issues.

Teen Time: DnD

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Grab your bow and ready your dancing lights, as we prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, on the Choctaw Library patio. Newbies, novices, and experts welcome. This is a teen program.

English as a Second Language Classes - Advanced Beginner (ESL 7)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This advanced beginner level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm. 

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.

Tai Chi for Better Balance

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.

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.

CLC HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASSES (HSE 1)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-4:00pm. 

Cozy Mystery Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of April we are discussing The Secret Book and Scone Society Series by Ellery Adams.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Teen Virtual Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Zoom (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Tuesday for Virtual Dungeons & Dragons. This program is for all teens ages 12-18. To register, email askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org

LEGO Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages, Kids
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Complete the April Lego Challenge: There has been a dangerous chemical spill: the challenge is to make the area safe again. What can you do?

Homework & Reading Help

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

English as a Second Language Classes - Intermediate (ESL 11)

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. 

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.

Dog Man Bingo

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Meet other fans of Dog Man! Join us to discuss Dav Pilkey's hilarious Dog Man book series! We will play Dog Man Trivia and Dog Man Bingo! Sign up required.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research presented by the Alzheimer's Association

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

While there is currently no way to cure, prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, we can offer tips, drawn from research, for optimizing your physical and cognitive health as you age.

Zoom: Teen Anime Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Almonte Library
Required
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Love Anime and/or Manga? Join our Anime club on zoom and talk to like minded teens about your favorite shows and books! This event is every week for teens aged 13-17.

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.

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

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.

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

English as a Second Language Classes - Beginner

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm.