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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

Book Page Crafts

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Ever wanted to rip up a book? Now’s your chance! Join us as we take old, forgotten pages and transform them into beautiful flowers, bookmarks, and other creations. Let’s give these...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Ever wanted to rip up a book? Now’s your chance! Join us as we take old, forgotten pages and transform them into beautiful flowers, bookmarks, and other creations. Let’s give these books a second life by tearing them apart—literally!

Game-Fest

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
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: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
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.

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.

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

After School Games

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

Dolly Parton Day Celebration!

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help us celebrate Dolly Day and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library with a fun celebration featuring crafts, games and stories! Registration is encouraged. Dolly Parton’s Imagina...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Description:

Help us celebrate Dolly Day and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library with a fun celebration featuring crafts, games and stories! Registration is encouraged.

LEGO Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.  LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs. 

LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Video Games

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Fandom Trivia Night: Five Nights at Freddy's

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, do you know everything there is to know about Freddy Fazbear's Pizza? Come face off against other fans to prove it! You may even win a prize.

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

Teens, do you know everything there is to know about Freddy Fazbear's Pizza? Come face off against other fans to prove it! You may even win a prize.

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. 

Minecraft Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Embark on an adventure beyond your imagination with our library's Minecraft program! Dive into the limitless possibilities of this virtual world as you build, create, and explore a...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Embark on an adventure beyond your imagination with our library's Minecraft program! Dive into the limitless possibilities of this virtual world as you build, create, and explore alongside fellow gamers.

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.

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.

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...

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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!

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

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

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Teen Game Night

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

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.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see.&n...

Event Description:

Open to all teens aged 12-18. Apply online so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation. New members may join in September or January.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

Open to all teens aged 12-18. Apply online so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation. New members may join in September or January.

Dolly Day!

All Day
Children’s Area (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Drop in from "9 to 5" (okay, 9 to 6) to celebrate the birthday of the wonderful Dolly Parton. Do a craft inspired by her books, music, and sparkly style.Dolly Parton’s Imagination ...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children’s Area (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Drop in from "9 to 5" (okay, 9 to 6) to celebrate the birthday of the wonderful Dolly Parton. Do a craft inspired by her books, music, and sparkly style.

Storytime

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Art Time

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with a...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!

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. 

Storytime: Happy Birthday Dolly!

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

In celebration of Dolly Parton's Birthday and her Imagination Library, this Storytime will be Dolly themed! Snacks will be available along with stories and songs that celebrate the...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

In celebration of Dolly Parton's Birthday and her Imagination Library, this Storytime will be Dolly themed! Snacks will be available along with stories and songs that celebrate the adventures and dreams that reading can inspire.