Beginners Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

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.

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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!

STEM Club - Science Fun!

10:00am - 11:30am
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Homeschool STEM Club! The second Thursday of each month we will explore and learn something new in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math. 

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

Intermediate Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

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!

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. 

Tai Chi

11:00am - 11:45am
Adults
Midwest City Library
Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Artsy Fartsy Club: Jen Stark

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join our Artsy Fartsy program for teens at the library! Each session starts with a quick intro to a featured artist, followed by time for you to create your own artwork using provided supplies.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
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.

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.

Cancelled

Video Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Video Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

S.O. Animation Society

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Love animation, or manga? Join us for The S.O. Animation Society, as we hang out, do a craft, and watch different genres of animation.

Hoop Embroidery

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn the basics of embroidery, then put those skills to use by creating a work of art. Participants will leave with a completed embroidery image.

Faux Stained Glass Votives

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Create your own faux stained glass votives in this fun creative program! Transform glass jars into colorful, glowing art pieces that add warmth to any space.

Speed Friending

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

New Year, New You, New Friends!

Artsy Fartsy Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Whether you've never wielded a paintbrush before or you're an accomplished artist already, join us to learn about a new artist each month and complete a project based on their work.

Inflammation 101 with Natural Grocers

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
The Village Library
Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Zoom (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Discover the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of inflammation.

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.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (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 6:00-8:00pm. 

Cancelled

Family Art Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages, Kids
Del City Library
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

Anime Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Edmond Library
Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

Zine Canteen

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

U.S. Citizenship Class

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

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.

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.

Voices and Votes: Mi Hogar Este Aqui

7:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Carrie Fox will be presenting her work documenting the stories of people who have come to the United States and specifically Oklahoma.

 

This event is part of the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit.  

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. 

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