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December Mindfulness Journal

12/26/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2024 @ 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! 

Holiday Wrapping Station

12/26/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2024 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

"Pretty paper, pretty ribbons..." We provide it; you wrap it! Drop in with your gifts and leave with beautiful packages ready to go under the tree or be exchanged at your holiday c...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

"Pretty paper, pretty ribbons..." We provide it; you wrap it! Drop in with your gifts and leave with beautiful packages ready to go under the tree or be exchanged at your holiday celebrations.

Jólabókaflód Creative Writing Chapbook

12/26/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2024 @ 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 Jólabókaflód-themed creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercise...

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 Jólabókaflód-themed creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Family Gaming Night

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for two hours of Family Gaming Night! Meet other game lovers, and learn how to play new games with them. We'll have a variety of tablet...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for two hours of Family Gaming Night! Meet other game lovers, and learn how to play new games with them. We'll have a variety of tabletop and video games available and plenty of space to play them.

Community Room

Friday, December 27, 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.

Southern Oaks Chess Club

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? Thi...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

All American Boys book cover

Banned Book Club For Parents

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading the...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading them, but also discussing them!

man and woman swing dancing

Classic Swing Big Band - Holiday Edition!

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Description:

Get ready to swing into 2025 with the Classic Swing Big Band!  Don't be a square -- come listen to some festive holiday music and get your boogie woogie on.

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Get ready to swing into 2025 with the Classic Swing Big Band!  Don't be a square -- come listen to some festive holiday music and get your boogie woogie on.

The Not SO Young Adult Movie

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Love Young Adult novels! Love the movies they make! Join us to watch some of our favorites from Twilight to Hunger Games. From the Giver to The Hate You Give. All greats! Join us f...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Love Young Adult novels! Love the movies they make! Join us to watch some of our favorites from Twilight to Hunger Games. From the Giver to The Hate You Give. All greats! Join us for our The Not SO Young Adult Movie showing.

Voices and Votes: Lost History: Rediscovering Tales of Oklahoma's Past Discussion Series

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma Historians.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you pr...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma Historians.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you probably didn't cover in your Oklahoma History classes.

Hot Cocoa Jars

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us at the Choctaw library to make hot cocoa jars - perfect for a late gift or yourself (we won't judge)!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us at the Choctaw library to make hot cocoa jars - perfect for a late gift or yourself (we won't judge)!

The poster for the Creative Writing Sunday program. A single line drawing of an open book is in the middle of the poster, with small translucent circles of light purple, light blue, and light yellow covering most of the illustration. Below the illustration, it says, "Stay inspired."

Life Writing Sunday

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work? Join us every ...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

DHS Resource Help

Monday, December 30, 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!

Mat Yoga

Monday, December 30, 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...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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.

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, December 30, 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!

Bad Art Night: Freestyle!

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

You bring the theme to this Bad Art Night!  This is a freestyle night of beautifully bad art.  All supplies will be provided.  Feeling stuck for ideas?  That's ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

You bring the theme to this Bad Art Night!  This is a freestyle night of beautifully bad art.  All supplies will be provided.  Feeling stuck for ideas?  That's okay -- a whole list of possibilities will be prov

The Urban Poets

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Open Mic Poetry Night. Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent? Local poets have an opportunity to read their ...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Open Mic Poetry Night. Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent?

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, December 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!

Bethany Book Club Logo

Bethany Book Club

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Clubs:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjo...

Event Description:

Bethany's Book Club is here! The club meets the last Tuesday of every month. December's Book is Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Offsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Bethany's Book Club is here! The club meets the last Tuesday of every month. 

January 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.

January 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.

January 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.

January 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.

Grow Yourself Interactive Display

All Day 1/2 - 1/19
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Description:

Start the New Year with a focus on health and mental wellness at our library's "Grow Yourself" display! Explore a wide range of resources on mindfulness, fitness, self-care, and im...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Start the New Year with a focus on health and mental wellness at our library's "Grow Yourself" display!

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