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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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Free Play Friday

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Play is an important part of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond. Imaginative and dramatic play encourages creativity and ima...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Play is an important part of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond.

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 "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano. There are plenty of tabl...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the communit...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Event Description:

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime: Happy Birthday Dolly!

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Minecraft Meetup

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for another meetup where we will be making a winter themed craft and playing in our Southern Oaks world! 

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us for another meetup where we will be making a winter themed craft and playing in our Southern Oaks world! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mystery YA Book Bundle

01/18/2025 @ 9:00am to 01/19/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you love surprises? Are you looking to expand your reading horizons? Sign up for a mystery book bundle and receive two new YA books to keep! Books will be selected at random and...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Do you love surprises? Are you looking to expand your reading horizons? Sign up for a mystery book bundle and receive two new YA books to keep! Books will be selected at random and may be from any genre or subject. That's the mystery part!

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!

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
All Ages 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...

Event Description:

Please register children only. Bring the whole family!

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

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!

Please register children only. Bring the whole family!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Dolly Parton and Edgar Allan Poe Dance Party and Birthday Bash

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Did you know that Dolly Parton and Edgar Allan Poe share a birthday?  Join us as we celebrate their birthday a few days late with a party that will be great for the whole fami...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Description:

Did you know that Dolly Parton and Edgar Allan Poe share a birthday?  Join us as we celebrate their birthday a few days late with a party that will be great for the whole family.  We will have an Imagination Library dramatic play station

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. 

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 "All Ages" group.

Voices and Votes: Protest Dance Through the Ages

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

RACE Dance Collective will be demonstrating Dance as Protest through different moments in history.   This event is part of the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exh...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

RACE Dance Collective will be demonstrating Dance as Protest through different moments in history.

 

This event is part of the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit.  

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

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Preschool Paint & Play

Saturday, January 18, 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read With a Park Ranger

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get ready for an adventure at our library program, where kids can come and read with a park ranger! After engaging with thrilling tales, kids will dive into a creative adventure by...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Description:

Get ready for an adventure at our library program, where kids can come and read with a park ranger!

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 "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library!  Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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

Get inspired at the library! 

Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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 "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 "All Ages" group.

Sparkle Like Dolly Party!

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Good Golly, Miss Dolly, let's party! Southern Oaks Library is celebrating the iconic legend Dolly Parton's Birthday. Join us starting at 2pm on January 19th, Sunday. Sign the ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Description:

Good Golly, Miss Dolly, let's party! Southern Oaks Library is celebrating the iconic legend Dolly Parton's Birthday. Join us starting at 2pm on January 19th, Sunday.