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Magnet Crafts

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come by the library and make three different magnets to put on your fridge! For adults only. 

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Come by the library and make three different magnets to put on your fridge! For adults only. 

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

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! Come join us working on our ongoing Heirloom Afghan Blanket project or any project of your choosing. We are a fun group and we welcome yarn art...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nonfiction Book Club

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a monthly discussion of knowledgeable narratives and timely topics.  This month, we're reading Congratulations, the Best is Over by Eric R. Thomas. 

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us for a monthly discussion of knowledgeable narratives and timely topics. 

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

Creative Writing Sunday

Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens, 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: Teens, 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.

Page Turners

Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you! Each month, we will select a different genre, such as my...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

Monday, August 5, 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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sunny Cyanotype Paper Take & Make

08/05/2024 @ 9:00am to 08/11/2024 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

​Before the sun sets on this summer, create a unique piece of art in your backyard with the help of sunlight! Using cyanotype paper and found, natural materials, place any flowers,...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

​Before the sun sets on this summer, create a unique piece of art in your backyard with the help of sunlight!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mat Yoga

Monday, August 5, 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...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim!  This program is a part of TRIAD, a collaborative effort between the Sheriff'...

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

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

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

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, August 5, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encour...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Readers Club

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Read any title from the Library Lover's Mysteries by Jenn McKinlay. Come join...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Read any title from the Library Lover's Mysteries by Jenn McKinlay. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Back to School Educators Reception

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

We are welcoming all our area educators to a reception celebrating the beginning of the school year. Join us for a come & go reception and tour to see what new and exciting thi...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:

We are welcoming all our area educators to a reception celebrating the beginning of the school year.

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.

Pressed Flower Bookmarks - DIY Make & Take

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come create beautiful bookmarks with pressed flowers!  Make one for yourself and another for a friend. 

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

Come create beautiful bookmarks with pressed flowers!  Make one for yourself and another for a friend. 

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

Beekeeping 101

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies! Courtney Bir, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Oklahoma State U...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies!

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, August 5, 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!

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

Art Around the World 3: Brazil

All Day 8/6 - 8/10
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

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 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!

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi for Better Balance

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility. This six-week class teaches participants w...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

STAYING ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE (SAIL)

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying ac...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of falls.  The SAIL program was des

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of September we each choose ONE book from t...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of September we each choose ONE book from the Marion Lane Mysteries series by T.A. Willberg to discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Groups of 10 or more are requested to call (405) 231-8650.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Organic Pest Management

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn all about organic pest management from our friends at OKC Beautiful. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Learn all about organic pest management from our friends at OKC Beautiful. 

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 "Adults" group.

Total Wellness

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss program for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone ...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss program for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fall Beginner Gardening

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Don't let the approach of fall deter you from gardening! Autumn is a wonderful time for gardening and you'll learn why in this class! Fall Beginner Gardening will encompass se...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Don't let the approach of fall deter you from gardening! Autumn is a wonderful time for gardening and you'll learn why in this class!

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

Yarn Club! / ¡Club de Hilo!

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until the project is completed.

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