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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 reward and enter in a priz...

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 reward 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

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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.

Teen Book Bags

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

The cover to the September Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a photograph of a lake with a setting sun reflected across the surface. A tree branch with yellowing leaves reaches out over the lake.

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
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 creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

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

The front and back cover to the September Mindfulness Journal, which features a photo of an autumnal forest with a golden ray of light peaking through the canopy of tree branches. The back cover features an illustration of a eucalyptus branch.

September Mindfulness Journal

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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
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! 

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SO's Pen Pals Fall 2024

09/09/2024 @ 12:00pm to 10/13/2024 @ 5:00pm
Online (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids! Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library. Fall is here. School has started. Are you excited about a new s...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

Mini Painting for Hispanic Heritage Month Kit

09/16/2024 @ 8:00am to 09/30/2024 @ 8:00pm
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by taking home this mini painting kit and learning about celebrated Hispanic artists! 

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by taking home this mini painting kit and learning about celebrated Hispanic artists! 

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Paperclip Bookmarks

09/18/2024 @ 9:30am to 10/07/2024 @ 10:30am
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Fashion together a paperclip bookmark, an adorable way to mark your page in your favorite novel. You can make your paperclip bookmark fun and purposeful all in about 10 minutes wit...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Fashion together a paperclip bookmark, an adorable way to mark your page in your favorite novel. You can make your paperclip bookmark fun and purposeful all in about 10 minutes with this kit. Each kit makes two bookmarks.

Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit

All Day 9/23 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more ab...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more about apples and John Chapman.

The Literary Pumpkin: Edmond's Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

09/23/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/06/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come be a part of our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite literary characters,...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Come be a part of our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite literary characters, books or stories.

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

Library Card Sign-up Month Giveaway

All Day 9/24 - 9/29
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

September is National Library Card Sign-up month. Visit the library and sign-up for a card in September to get a prize! A library card connects people of all ages to a world of new...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

September is National Library Card Sign-up month. Visit the library and sign-up for a card in September to get a prize! A library card connects people of all ages to a world of new ideas and information resources.

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Create a Plan for College

All Day 9/24 - 10/2
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Registrants will receive an informational booklet with helpful tips and information about selecting a college, admissions testing, applying to college, applying for scholarships, a...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Registrants will receive an informational booklet with helpful tips and information about selecting a college, admissions testing, applying to college, applying for scholarships, asking for recommendation letters, and paying for college.

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!

Let's Fix This Information Table

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need to register to vote?  Not sure what this upcoming election is about? Visit the Let's Fix This information table on September 24, September 26, October 2, Octobe...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Do you need to register to vote?  Not sure what this upcoming election is about?

Total Wellness Classes

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

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

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

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss 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.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, September 26, 2024 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.  Engli...

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. 

Local Outreach: Hayes Elementary

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Adults
Event Description:

Hayes Elementary (Parent Teacher Conference Night)

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Offsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Family Programs
Event Description:

Hayes Elementary (Parent Teacher Conference Night)

Quilting Club

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your sewing machine and projects and quilt with friends! Don't have a machine? We have a few to borrow! Don't know how to quilt? We can get you started, or bring any needlewo...

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: 3
Event Description:

Bring your sewing machine and projects and quilt with friends! Don't have a machine? We have a few to borrow! Don't know how to quilt? We can get you started, or bring any needlework project to work on and enjoy the company!

Adult D&D - Fall Session

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join?

Adventures with Cricut: creating an artist/pencil bag for school

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Guests will choose a vinyl design cut with the Cricut to create a zippered bag for art/school supplies or makeup. Recommended for first-time and/or new Cricut users. 

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Guests will choose a vinyl design cut with the Cricut to create a zippered bag for art/school supplies or makeup. Recommended for first-time and/or new Cricut users. 

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm.&nb...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop. The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on t...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of stories and activities exploring our senses! This storytime is designed for children ages 2 and up with special sensory needs or for those who might need ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of stories and activities exploring our senses! This storytime is designed for children ages 2 and up with special sensory needs or for those who might need a smaller crowd.

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Family Art Night

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, September 26, 2024 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...

Cancelled
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.