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

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Event Description:

Best for kids ages 3-5 who are able to sit through a little bit longer book than toddlers, and ready for more school-readiness activities.

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
Event Description:

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!

Best for kids ages 3-5 who are able to sit through a little bit longer book than toddlers, and ready for more school-readiness activities.

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

Storytime

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
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 ...

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. 

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

123! Play with Me!

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

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

123! Play with Me!

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mat Yoga

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear so...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.  

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim!  This program is a part of TRIAD, a collaborative effort between the Sheriff'...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

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

Storytime

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on readin...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Event Description:

Best for kids ages 3-5 who are able to sit through a little bit longer book than toddlers, and ready for more school-readiness activities.

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
Event Description:

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!

Best for kids ages 3-5 who are able to sit through a little bit longer book than toddlers, and ready for more school-readiness activities.

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

Storytime

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
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 ...

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. 

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

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our c...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

High School Equivalency Classes (HSE)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM.  High School Equi...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English as a Second Language (ESL)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm.  ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

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

Coding Club: Homeschool Edition

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition! Come join us this April and May as we use Fiero.com to learn different coding languages! Guests will have the chance to learn HTML, SQL, Jav...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Readers Club

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea. We meet the first Monday...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea. We meet the first Monday of each month at 1:00 PM.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Help

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you have trouble working a computer or learning new things on your phone or tablet? Struggling with an online job application or need to make a resume? Need help downloading boo...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Do you have trouble working a computer or learning new things on your phone or tablet? Struggling with an online job application or need to make a resume? Need help downloading books or apps on your phone? Let us help!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

STAYING ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE (SAIL)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (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...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
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)

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 "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

Event Description:

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

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.

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

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 "Kids" group.

The Magic Tree House Book Adventures Club: A Crazy Day with Cobras

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne. On the second and fourth Monday of the month (subject to change), we'll...

Required
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: 16
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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Rocket Readers

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and com...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided. This progr...

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

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided.

This program is for all teens ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. English a...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Reading to Dogs

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Virtual Rocket Readers

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on readin...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Online (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills.

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.