DHS Resource Help

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
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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!

Social Worker Assistance

9:00am - 6:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, 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 student for help! 

Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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!

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

Mixture Magic with Science Museum Oklahoma

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Mixing things together is so fun! Seeing how different liquids, solids, colors—and maybe even magnets—treat each other is what we’re going to do in this explorative, hands-on program!

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. 

Music Monday!

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
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.

This program is designed for children ages 2-5 and their parents/caregivers. Siblings and children of all ages are always welcome.

Preschool Pretend Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us for a morning of fun and imagination. There will be different Dramatic Play stations and invitations available for kiddos. Pretend to be a veterinarian, or a mailman, or a cook, or many other fun pretend scenarios.

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. 

Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Library Online
Required
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Library Branch: Library Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 485
Event Description:

Seniors stay active and independent! SAIL is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and improve activities for daily living.

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.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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!

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children 

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

Cancelled

Book Club- Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Book club meets on the second Monday of each month at 11 AM in the Warr Acres meeting room.

Music Monday!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
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.

This program is designed for children ages 2-5 and their parents/caregivers. Siblings and children of all ages are always welcome.

Live Piano in the Atrium

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Enjoy beautiful piano playing provided by a wonderful volunteer in our atrium every Monday and Friday from 12pm-1pm. Bring your lunch or grab a bite from Not Your Average Joe's Coffee Shop located right next door. 

Summer Meal

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 PM at Ralph Ellison Library. 

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding program. 

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.

Tai Chi

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Required
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Harrah Library
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Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Offsite (Harrah)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

New Location: HR Senior Center 19791 Summers Ave, Harrah, OK 73045

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children 

NEIGHBORHOOD ARTS: PAINTED SKY OPERA

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Read with a Ranger

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Come to this special storytime with a National Park Service Ranger. After stories, do an activity connecting books to national parks and nature! This program is ideal for Pre-K-5th grade.

Teen Maker Studio

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Explore 3D printing, robotics, coding, and more in this open maker lab.

The Age of Impressionism for Kids with OKCMOA

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Learn artistic skills and make a beautiful piece of art! Join an OKCMOA teaching artist to learn about the summer exhibition True Nature: Rodin and the Age of Impressionism. Then, create your own masterpiece to take home. 

 

The Magic Tree House Book Adventures Club: Season of the Sandstorms

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne.

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

Cancelled

Personal Finance Coach

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help.

Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips, and tricks to achieve your financial goals.

Tech Tutoring

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Would you like to learn more about basic tech skills, using library resources, or need help learning a new device? Please register and let us know what you need help with so that we can be ready to assist you.

Cancelled

D&D Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!

Flower Power (Clay Pot Painting)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Please note, because we will be using (non-washable) acrylic paint and breakable clay pots, painters need to be ages 10 and up.