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Coffee for the Community

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go. Coffee for the Community is our way of saying thank you to our librar...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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.

Puzzle exchange

Take One, Leave One Puzzle Swap

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Onsite (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home w...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home winter days.

Shelf Watch Logo; Sasquatch profile with words "The Shelf Watch"

The Shelf Watch Book Club

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

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.

Toddler and Pre-K STEM

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Did you know you can start working with your toddler or preschooler on STEM concepts now?  Join us for an hour long program with stations set up around the room for your child...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:

Did you know you can start working with your toddler or preschooler on STEM concepts now?  Join us for an hour long program with stations set up around the room for your child to explore.  Your child will work on beginning math concepts

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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Picture of loaf of sourdough bread. Intro to Sourdough class at library.

Intro to Sourdough

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the art of making, maintaining, and storing a sourdough starter from an expert baker. Discover tips and tricks to keep your starter active and explore delicious recipe ideas....

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

Learn the art of making, maintaining, and storing a sourdough starter from an expert baker. Discover tips and tricks to keep your starter active and explore delicious recipe ideas.

Disclaimer(s)

The library does not inspect or monitor the ingredients or preparation methods of the homemade goods brought by participants. The library assumes no responsibility for the homemade goods and gives no representations or warranties as to the homemade goods. Please be advised that exposure to food allergens is possible. Attendees touching or consuming homemade food or goods do so at their own risk.  Attendees shall hold the Library harmless from any loss, cost, claim, injury, illness, damage or liability sustained or related to homemade foods or goods. 

Join us for the Preschool Paint & Sip program at 11:00 am at the Downtown Library, where young artists will enjoy painting, drawing, and creating. For more information, please visit metrolibrary.org/events or call us at 405-231-8650.

Preschool Paint & Play

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children t...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

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. 

Voices and Votes: Meet the Citizens Luncheon and Trivia Event

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come meet members of your community while enjoying a catered lunch.  New United States citizens and those going through the process will be there to share their stories and an...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Come meet members of your community while enjoying a catered lunch.  New United States citizens and those going through the process will be there to share their stories and answer questions on why they chose Oklahoma to settle in.  After

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

Whimsical Wonderful Art

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Prepare yourself to create some art! We'll have a slideshow of some modern and classic children's book illustration, and point you toward tutorials on the techniques used. Art supp...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Prepare yourself to create some art! We'll have a slideshow of some modern and classic children's book illustration, and point you toward tutorials on the techniques used.

Create a circular weave using a repurposed CD.

Crafting with (re)Purpose

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Crafting together, sharing your vision. Are you a crafter? Do you enjoy paper crafting, DIY, knitting, crocheting, quilting, needlework or coloring? Bring your project, share techn...

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

Crafting together, sharing your vision. Are you a crafter? Do you enjoy paper crafting, DIY, knitting, crocheting, quilting, needlework or coloring? Bring your project, share techniques and ideas with other crafters in your community.

Dinosaur statue

Dino Day

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together.  1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM  

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

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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. 

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

Guided Acrylic Painting: Blue Jay

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a striking blue jay. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a striking blue jay. You will leave with a completed painting.

Mushroom Lanterns

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own hot glue mushroom lanterns!

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

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own hot glue mushroom lanterns!

Crochet and Knit Club Logo

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, January 4, 2025 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! We welcome yarn artists of all ages, crocheters and knitters alike!  Do you not have a project yet? We have supplies to get you started! W...

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: 30
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

The Writers Room

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

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.

Lego Block Party

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

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

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

DIY Planner Take Home Kit

All Day 1/5 - 1/11
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Tired of never finding the right planner online or in stores? Visit the Capitol Hill Library and pick up you very own DIY Planner Kit where you will be provided with the materials ...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Tired of never finding the right planner online or in stores? Visit the Capitol Hill Library and pick up you very own DIY Planner Kit where you will be provided with the materials to create your own unique planner.

Puzzle exchange

Take One, Leave One Puzzle Swap

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Onsite (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home w...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home winter days.

Page Turners

Sunday, January 5, 2025 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!

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

Sunday, January 5, 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.

Come Craft With Me (Ages 5-12)

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Hey kids, come craft with me! Paper crafts, glitter & glue, paint & markers... I love it all! Let's work on some seasonal crafts together.  Children ages 5-12 pl...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Hey kids, come craft with me!

Paper crafts, glitter & glue, paint & markers... I love it all! Let's work on some seasonal crafts together. 

Children ages 5-12 please. 

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. 

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.

Yoga & Meditation

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (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: Meeting Room AB (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.

Life Writing Sunday

Sunday, January 5, 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?

Full Steam Ahead: Kitchen Table Science

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

It’s full STEAM ahead! Pick up one of kits to learn about principle in Science, Technology, Art, or Math. We’ll give you the supplies need so you can experiment on your own and lea...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It’s full STEAM ahead! Pick up one of kits to learn about principle in Science, Technology, Art, or Math. We’ll give you the supplies need so you can experiment on your own and learn more about the world around you. 

DHS Resource Help

Monday, January 6, 2025 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 government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!...

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 government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!