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Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning! Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library! The class will meet o...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

Virtual Rocket Readers

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
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: 0
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.

Virtual Rocket Readers

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 8:00pm - 8:30pm
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: 0
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.

Dia de los Muertos Take Home Kit

All Day
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come get and decorate a picture frame for Dia de los Muertos! We will print one photo for the frame for you. Kit will include the frame and embellishments. 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come get and decorate a picture frame for Dia de los Muertos! We will print one photo for the frame for you. Kit will include the frame and embellishments. 

Kids Vote!

All Day
Passive Program (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Stop by the Choctaw Library each week to learn about elections through a fun, interactive experience. Kids can vote for their favorite book characters and games, and see how every ...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Passive Program (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Stop by the Choctaw Library each week to learn about elections through a fun, interactive experience. Kids can vote for their favorite book characters and games, and see how every vote counts!

October Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

October Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

October Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

October Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

October Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

October Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

witch hat, broom, and bat icon. Source https://openclipart.org/detail/94039/halloween-icon

Take and Make: Halloween Family Fun Kit

All Day 10/1 - 10/5
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

It's time to get spooooooky! Get the family together for some fun activities. This Take Home kit will contain the instructions and materials needed to liven (or deaden) up the Hall...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

It's time to get spooooooky! Get the family together for some fun activities. This Take Home kit will contain the instructions and materials needed to liven (or deaden) up the Halloween season together!

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

EYE SEE YOU SPOOKY Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1 - 10/13
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us all month long for Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us all month long for Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

Monster Slime Lab: Halloween DIY Kit

All Day 10/1 - 10/13
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Welcome to the Monster Slime Lab: With this Halloween kit, YOU get to be Dr. Frankenstein and unleash your imagination as you make your very own glitter slime monsters. Each kit in...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Welcome to the Monster Slime Lab: With this Halloween kit, YOU get to be Dr. Frankenstein and unleash your imagination as you make your very own glitter slime monsters.

Halloween Nostalgia & Ice Breaker Take Home Kit

10/01/2024 @ 8:00am to 10/12/2024 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you ever wondered about what Halloween was like a century ago? Does trick or treating make you feel reminiscent of happier times? Please sign up for our Halloween Nostalg...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Have you ever wondered about what Halloween was like a century ago? Does trick or treating make you feel reminiscent of happier times? Please sign up for our Halloween Nostalgia and Ice Breakers take home kit.

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!

Voter Registration Drive

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:00am - 7:00pm
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Are you registered to vote? Let us help you get registered! Not sure? Let us help you check your registration! Then we can help you update it if needed! Be ready for this year's el...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Are you registered to vote? Let us help you get registered! Not sure? Let us help you check your registration! Then we can help you update it if needed! Be ready for this year's election!

Teen Book Bag

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/07/2024 @ 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: 9
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!

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/13/2024 @ 6:00pm
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!

October Mindfulness Journal

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/13/2024 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
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, Take-Home Kit
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! 

Toddler Storytime (Ages 1-3)

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler 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...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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!

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! We will rotate between playtime, storytime, parachute play, o...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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. 

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
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.

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City 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: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
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.

Storytime

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village 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...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, 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!

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.