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Mindful Skills for Relaxation - Cross Stitch

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours. This month we will be making small cross stitch pictures. ...

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: 24
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours.

Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technol...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.

Community Room

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Computer Class: the Basics

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join this free class for a basic introduction to computers, keyboarding, and how to get an email. You'll learn about getting started with a computer, including the parts of a compu...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join this free class for a basic introduction to computers, keyboarding, and how to get an email.

Lo-fi Study Hall

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p. We'll have lo-fi beats on in the background while m...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p.

Chess Club

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come join us for chess club here at the Edmond library. Casual play from 4:30 pm -5:30pm. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Beginners welcome!

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come join us for chess club here at the Edmond library. Casual play from 4:30 pm -5:30pm. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Beginners welcome!

Conversation Group for Spanish Learners

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open group for Spanish learners who would like to practice their speaking skills. Topics will vary. Native Spanish speakers and other proficient Spanish speakers are als...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

This is an open group for Spanish learners who would like to practice their speaking skills. Topics will vary. Native Spanish speakers and other proficient Spanish speakers are also welcome to attend as conversation partners.   

Anime Club

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, ...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, take home cool stuff like Asian snacks and crafts!

Backpack Charms

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Kids and Teens, please join us in making backpack charms with Pony Beads.  You can hang these on your backpack or anywhere for decoration. You can make animals, characters, or...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Kids and Teens, please join us in making backpack charms with Pony Beads.  You can hang these on your backpack or anywhere for decoration. You can make animals, characters, or anything your imagination thinks up! 

Perler Bead Workshop

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piec...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

Escape Room- Tutankhamun's Tomb

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

BattleBots

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Spheros and some surprising supplies. Ages 10 -14, regist...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Spheros and some surprising supplies.
Ages 10 -14, registration required.

Stitch Sounds: An Evening of Record Listening, Art & Embroidery

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for Stitch Sounds: An Evening of Vinyl Record Listening, Art & Embroidery! Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some relaxing embroidery or artwork. Supp...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for Stitch Sounds: An Evening of Vinyl Record Listening, Art & Embroidery!

Community Room

Friday, August 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

seed library box

Seed Library

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Get your hands in the soil and plant a fall garden this year with a few seeds from our seed library. We have a small collection of mostly vegetable seeds with some Oklahoma wildflo...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Get your hands in the soil and plant a fall garden this year with a few seeds from our seed library. We have a small collection of mostly vegetable seeds with some Oklahoma wildflower mixes and herb seeds sprinkled in. 

Art

Mosaic Art

Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Now that summer has said farewell, we were anxious to try out this fun, craft project that we can actually use to decorate the garden or anywhere as we slip into autumn mode. Re...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Now that summer has said farewell, we were anxious to try out this fun, craft project that we can actually use to decorate the garden or anywhere as we slip into autumn mode.

September 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.

September 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.

September 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.

September 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.

September 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.

Job Hunting Resource Take Home Kit:

All Day 9/3 - 9/10
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you searching for employment? Did you know there are many valuable resources provided by the Metropolitan Library System to assist in your job search? Yes! We want to help get ...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Are you searching for employment? Did you know there are many valuable resources provided by the Metropolitan Library System to assist in your job search? Yes! We want to help get you organized with a Job Search Starter 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!

A Cardholder's Quest

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Experience the Almonte Library in brand new ways by accepting this expedition. Follow prompts and unravel all the quest's answers to receive an adventure sticker and enter in a pri...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:

Experience the Almonte Library in brand new ways by accepting this expedition. Follow prompts and unravel all the quest's answers to receive an adventure sticker and enter in a prize bundle drawing!

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

Picture of Southern Oaks Library building

Celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month!

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

September is National Library Card sign-up month. Visit the Southern Oaks Library and sign-up for a card during this month to enter our weekly drawing for great prizes. For current...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

September is National Library Card sign-up month. Visit the Southern Oaks Library and sign-up for a card during this month to enter our weekly drawing for great prizes.