This event is in the "All Ages" group.

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!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (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!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!

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. 

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.

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Awards Ceremony 2024

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Fun with Shapes Playtime: Rectangles and Squares!

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

Come and play with shape-themed toys at our playtime with rectangles and squares!  This event is for children ages birth to Pre-K and will include stations and activities centered around rectangles and squares.  

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy 101

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 18

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Cancelled

Oklahoma City-County Health Department Information Table

10:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Drop by the Village Library to chat with experts from the Oklahoma City-County about nutrition and other health related topics. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in the Library

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Description:

Need legal advice?

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
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: 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Library ROCKS!

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Have you ever seen an unusual rock and wondered what it was? Come find out how to identify it!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookie Decorating Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us for a beginner's cookie decorating class!

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Poetry Month (Library Version)

10:30am - 12:00pm
All Ages
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Are you ready for it? We’re in our Poetry Era for both National Poetry Month and the release of Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department. Join us for crafts and activities to celebrate all things sonnets and Swifties!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Beginner Gardening

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Spring Beginner Gardening will encompass learning how we can create sustainable and positive ecosystems to cultivate decadent soil, enrich plant lives, and grow healthy foods, in whatever space works best for us.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

ScissorTales

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime!

We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Finding Your Voice: A Poet’s Journey to Self Expression

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Mary B.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library! 

Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Introduction to Snakes: In Nature and as a Pet

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Learn how to recognize venomous snakes, how to practice safety around snakes, what to do and not to do in case of a snake bite.

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Beginning Beekeeping

2:00pm - 3:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Join the COBA Beginning Beekeeping instructor Jay Silver as we learn more about what it takes to keep bees in Oklahoma. We'll get to see live bees (weather permitting) and enjoy a bit of honey!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

College Financial Aid and FAFSA Workshop

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Want to go to college but not sure how to pay for it? No problem! Let the professionals from the G.R.I.T.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Common Enemy: Documentary Screening & Discussion Panel

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Common Enemy documentary film screening with guest speakers. 

Watch the trailer.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Camp NaNo Saturday Write-In Session

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Required
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time-- bring your computer, paper, or other writing device. Discuss your writing, or spend time concentrating with some soft background sounds.

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.

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