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Teen Book Bag

08/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 08/07/2024 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection betwe...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

The front and back cover to the August Mindfulness Journal, which features a photo of a lake during a sunset. The sun is barely peaking over trees in the horizon and a sliver of the sun is reflected off the surface of the dark lake. The back cover features an illustration of a eucalyptus branch.

August Mindfulness Journal

08/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Music with Ginger

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Musictime:

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, ...

Event Description:

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. For the month of August, there will be 2 sessions: one at 9:00am and one at 10:00am. Please sign up fo...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. For the month of August, there will be 2 sessions: one at 9:00am and one at 10:00am. Please sign up for only 1 session, and sign up EACH child individually.

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. 

Homeschool Hangout

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation s...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

Tai Chi for Better Balance

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility. This six-week class teaches participants w...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

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

older adults, both standing and sitting, working out

STAYING ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE (SAIL)

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying ac...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of falls.  The SAIL program was des

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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)

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
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...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. 

Adventures in Embroidery for Teens with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.  Ages 9-15

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Co

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

Gaming Unplugged

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

For ages 6-12; a fun-filled workshop, with low to no tech games. What did we do before video games? Come find out as you practice teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving thro...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

For ages 6-12; a fun-filled workshop, with low to no tech games.

Game Night

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

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 reaso...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

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.

LEGO Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.  LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs. 

LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Fall Budget Gardening for Kids

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Kiddos will learn unique ways they can approach gardening and creativity with everyday items on hand. This class will be led by Crystal Walker, The Compost Fairy.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Kiddos will learn unique ways they can approach gardening and creativity with everyday items on hand.

This class will be led by Crystal Walker, The Compost Fairy.

Anime Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

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. Each month will...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

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.

Super Smash Bros Tournament

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens! (13-17) Do you think you have what it takes to be titled the best Super Smash Brothers Ultimate player at the Almonte Library? Come settle it in Smash and claim the trophy! ...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Teens! (13-17) Do you think you have what it takes to be titled the best Super Smash Brothers Ultimate player at the Almonte Library? Come settle it in Smash and claim the trophy!

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

D&D Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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! This is a game in which we ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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!

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Teen Game Night

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

The cover to the August Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a photograph of a golden wheat field with bales of wheat. The sky is blue and clear.

August Creative Writing Chapbook

08/01/2024 @ 9:00pm to 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Adult Book Drop - Subscription!

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 6:00am - 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Family Dance Party

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Do you like to move it, move it? Bring your dancing shoes, wear your dancing clothes, and come "shake it off" to some favorite tunes!

Cancelled
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you like to move it, move it? Bring your dancing shoes, wear your dancing clothes, and come "shake it off" to some favorite tunes!

Finances for Small Business Owners

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes and everything in between.

Musictime

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Move and groove with Miss Ginger! Discover the power of music at the library. Research shows that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves their ability ...

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

Move and groove with Miss Ginger!

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. 

Yoga

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, inc...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!