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!
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.
Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is designed for people of all levels of health.
OKDHS Mobile Bus provides full DHS services right where you are. The bus will come to the Bethany library on the first Thursday of every EVEN month; April 4th, June 6th, August 1st, October 3rd and December 5th of 2024.
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 session is best for babies ages birth - about 1.5 years old. Older siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered.
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.
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.
Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST register for the program. Thank you!
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.
Walk with Ease is designed for people interested in walking in groups. Sessions begin with a short discussion important to successful walking or arthritis management.
In partnership with DRTC, the library proudly presents this 6 week session for caregivers. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six week class designed to help family caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a family member or
Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!
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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.
Create beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry and art by melting colorful crayons! We'll have supplies to make custom canvases and necklaces in any color combination you can dream of!
For teens in grades 6-12.
Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.
A total solar eclipse will pass through Oklahoma on April 8th! Join us in-person as we create an eclipse inspired painting to honor the last total eclipse that will be visible within the United States for the next twenty years.
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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
Calling all kids Kindergarten through 5th grade! Each week we explore a new subject through books and activities.
Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime.
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.
Makeup session for the canceled Teen DnD session.
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Let's make some lanterns! Sign up with a friend to create a simple lantern decorated with pressed flowers. All supplies provided! See you there!
Calling young, aspiring writers. Grab your pencil, notebook, or laptop and learn tips on how to be a better writer from local author and Oklahoma Book Award winner, Mariana Llanos.
Taking care of your heart doesn't have to be complicated. Start by uncovering some common heart care myths, and then begin your journey toward heart health with dietary strategies, heart-healthy foods, plus targeted vitamins and supplements.
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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.
Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person every other Thursday January 25 - May 16.
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!
Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm.
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.
Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!
Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.