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Rediscover Your Joy

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Retirement, loss, and changing family dynamics can create feelings of uncertainty and disconnection. In this supportive discussion, Lisa Hamblin, Family and Consumer Sciences Educa...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Retirement, loss, and changing family dynamics can create feelings of uncertainty and disconnection.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Village Book Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
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:

On January 16, we will be discussing Circe by Madeline Miller.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
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.

On January 16, we will be discussing Cir

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

Game Night

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reaso...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. English a...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. 

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

Pour Painting Party

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an engaging and creative acrylic pour painting workshop at the library! This hands-on program invites guests of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of fluid a...

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

Join us for an engaging and creative acrylic pour painting workshop at the library! This hands-on program invites guests of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of fluid art.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult D&D Spring Registration

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Register here for our Adult D&D spring session! And make sure to come to Session 0 on January 16 at 6pm. Have a character idea in mind if you feel so inclined, and get rea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Register here for our Adult D&D spring session! And make sure to come to Session 0 on January 16 at 6pm.

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Golden Flavors of Makar Sankranti

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us to celebrate Makar Sankranti, India’s vibrant harvest festival, by making two traditional delights: Golden Milk and Tilgul Ladoos. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how ...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Join us to celebrate Makar Sankranti, India’s vibrant harvest festival, by making two traditional delights: Golden Milk and Tilgul Ladoos.

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 "Adults" group.

Still Growing: Gardening Class for Adults

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-home kit.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, inc...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Fiber Arts Group

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or any other type of fiber arts? Then come join us every third Saturday of the month. Gather your works in progress and gather with other crafters...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or any other type of fiber arts? Then come join us every third Saturday of the month.

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

Beginner's Gelli Plate Printing

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn How to Make Beautiful Print Designs using gelli surface plates, a variety of stencils and other textured objects, acrylic paints and a variety of paper, including card s...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Learn How to Make Beautiful Print Designs using gelli surface plates, a variety of stencils and other textured objects, acrylic paints and a variety of paper, including card stock. 

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

Citizenship Classes with OIC

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with The Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC).6 week class starting January 18 thru Feb 22, 2025.

Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with The Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC).

6 week class starting January 18 thru Feb 22, 2025.

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.

How to be a DM (Dungeon Master)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Being a Dungeon Master (DM) for Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) can be an incredibly fun and creative experience, but it can also feel daunting, especially if you're leading a a s...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Being a Dungeon Master (DM) for Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) can be an incredibly fun and creative experience, but it can also feel daunting, especially if you're leading a a session for the first time or a group of beginners.

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

Maximize Your Healthspan with Natural Grocers and Lisa Loos, BS, INHC

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come hear Nutritional Health Coach Lisa Loos, BS, INHC, from Natural Grocers speak about Maximizing Your Healthspan.It's never too late to support your health.We all desire to live...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come hear Nutritional Health Coach Lisa Loos, BS, INHC, from Natural Grocers speak about Maximizing Your Healthspan.

It's never too late to support your health.

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 "Adults" group.

Facing Co-Parenting Challenges

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Separation and divorce are some of the biggest challenges a family can face.  During this workshop, parents will discover strategies to help their children’s adjustment, learn...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Separation and divorce are some of the biggest challenges a family can face.  During this workshop, parents will discover strategies to help their children’s adjustment, learn conflict management techniques, and better understand how the pare

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Felt Architecture Painting with Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center Studio School

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us, with fiber artist Darci Lenker, in creating 2D needle felt architecture paintings. After class browse through and checkout a book from the Oklahoma Contemporary Art R...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us, with fiber artist Darci Lenker, in creating 2D needle felt architecture paintings. After class browse through and checkout a book from the Oklahoma Contemporary Art Reference Library housed at the Downtown Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wire Wrapped Spiral Rings

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Ever wanted to learn how to make jewelry? Come and join us in an adventure in wire wrapping as we make adjustable spiral rings. Wire wrapping is a fun, affordable way to learn and ...

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

Ever wanted to learn how to make jewelry? Come and join us in an adventure in wire wrapping as we make adjustable spiral rings.

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

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

Sunday, January 19, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga & Meditation

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for all level Yoga and Meditation classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, i...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us for all level Yoga and Meditation classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

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.

Life Writing Sunday

Sunday, January 19, 2025 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: 12
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?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Help

Monday, January 20, 2025 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...

Cancelled
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!