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MedlinePlus- Trusted Health Information for You!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Health questions?  Need accurate, current and trustworthy medical information? Then this presentation is for you!  Our presenter, Beth Mikkola, has worked for ove...

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

Health questions?  Need accurate, current and trustworthy medical information? Then this presentation is for you! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Choctaw Social Dance Demonstration

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Please come and celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us by enjoying Choctaw social dancing. A dance group from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma will be presenting traditiona...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Please come and celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us by enjoying Choctaw social dancing. A dance group from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma will be presenting traditional styles of Choctaw dance in the Downtown Library atrium.

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. 

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

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 "All Ages" group.

Thanksgiving Take-Home Kit

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Thanksgiving Craft and Activity Take-Home Kit Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Thanksgiving Craft and Activity Take-Home Kit

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last

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

Community Resource Fair

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come join us for a Community Resource Fair! See what local organizations have to offer for you -- all at the same time! Visit multiple booths and learn about what these organizatio...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come join us for a Community Resource Fair! See what local organizations have to offer for you -- all at the same time! Visit multiple booths and learn about what these organizations can do 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.

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

November Novelist Month

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your co...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your computer or favorite way to write and hit those word count goals.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Indigenous Artists & Authors Fair

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun fre...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun free activities for all!

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 event is in the "All Ages" group.

Indigenous Artists & Authors Fair

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun fre...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun free activities for all!

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Books and Ballet: Nutcracker with the OKC Ballet

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Oklahoma City Ballet is pleased to present “ Books and Ballet” in collaboration with the Metropolitan Library System. This event celebrates all things “ Nutcracker “ with a  s...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Oklahoma City Ballet is pleased to present “ Books and Ballet” in collaboration with the Metropolitan Library System.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library!  Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Native American Regalia Program

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

An educational and culturally immersive experience to give all ages a firsthand look at the significance and beauty of Native American Regalia. Led by Native American pre...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

An educational and culturally immersive experience to give all ages a firsthand look at the significance and beauty of Native American Regalia. Led by Native American presenters from the Red Earth, Inc., guests will see traditional Regal

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

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults! This month, we will be discussing Thro...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Viking Wire Weaving

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn this simple technique for jewelry making and leave with a trinket of your own. Viking Wire Weaving is a fun adaptable form and a great way for beginners to get started i...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Come learn this simple technique for jewelry making and leave with a trinket of your own. Viking Wire Weaving is a fun adaptable form and a great way for beginners to get started in jewelry making.

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

DINO-Crafts!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Come join us for a roaring good time! In honor of DINOVEMBER, we are creating some dino-themed crafts!  All ages welcome, but geared towards children ages 4-11 and their ad...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM, Storytimes
Event Description:

Come join us for a roaring good time! In honor of DINOVEMBER, we are creating some dino-themed crafts! 

All ages welcome, but geared towards children ages 4-11 and their adults.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Jigsaw Puzzle Race

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams will have 120 minutes to put together their puzzle; each team will be...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams will have 120 minutes to put together their puzzle; each team will be working on a 500-piece puzzle provided by the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Navajo Frybread Making

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us in making frybread as we discuss its significance to Native American Heritage. Participants will be provided with instructions, ingredients, and tools for kneading & fr...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Join us in making frybread as we discuss its significance to Native American Heritage.

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.

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

Native American Cradleboard Craft

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Many tribes all across North America have used, and some still continue using, cradleboards to carry their children at very young ages. Join us for a unique learning experience wit...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Many tribes all across North America have used, and some still continue using, cradleboards to carry their children at very young ages. Join us for a unique learning experience with the Red Earth, Inc.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

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

November Novelist Month

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your co...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your computer or favorite way to write and hit those word count goals.

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

Power Hack! Advanced Coding Club

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition. Our hackers have asked to move forward from block codin...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition.

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 "Adults" group.

No-Stress Readers' Circle!

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Ro...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

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

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Monday, November 18, 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, November 18, 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.

Baby Storytime

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their ...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.