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Children Reading to Dogs

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Children's Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Literary Blooms

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

This hands-on crafting program combines creativity, recycling, and a love for literature to produce cute floral book-quets using pages from old books.

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

This hands-on crafting program combines creativity, recycling, and a love for literature to produce cute floral book-quets using pages from old books.

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Summer Movie Adventures!

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventures into the water at your own risk!  This Sunday Summer movie, we watch a film about a killer shark that unleashes chaos on a beach community off Cape Cod, it's up ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Adventures into the water at your own risk! 

People working on a jigsaw puzzle.

Puzzle Palooza!

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

✨ Join Us for Tranquil Puzzle Afternoons at the Library! ✨ Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming world of jigsaw puzzles. Our library in...

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

✨ Join Us for Tranquil Puzzle Afternoons at the Library! ✨

Yoga & Meditation

Sunday, July 28, 2024 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: 25
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.

Pika!

Pokemon TCG League

Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League! You can bring your own deck or ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League!

Mission to Space tabletop game

Mission to Space Board Game Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/29 - 8/4
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

In honor of the 2021 launch of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, you will get a chance to experience the teamwork, research, and planning it takes to make a successful NASA missio...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

In honor of the 2021 launch of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, you will get a chance to experience the teamwork, research, and planning it takes to make a successful NASA mission to space.

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

DHS Resource Help

Monday, July 29, 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!

Playtime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Playtime:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the oppor...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Strides 360™ (Stroller workout class)

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Adults
Event Description:

Strides 360™ promises a heart-pumping workout designed to increase your endurance while also developing speed, agility, and quickness to help you sprint through mom life. Bodyweigh...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Strides 360™ promises a heart-pumping workout designed to increase your endurance while also developing speed, agility, and quickness to help you sprint through mom life.

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents ...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

¡Canta Conmigo!

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

¡Hola!  ¡Canta Conmigo! is a weekly storytime program for families that are interested in learning Spanish, speak Spanish at home, or would like their little one to experie...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

Itty Bitty Dance Party

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us as we move, groove, and boogie our little hearts out. Participants will dance, play, and participate in other activities that will expend energy and increase early literacy...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us as we move, groove, and boogie our little hearts out. Participants will dance, play, and participate in other activities that will expend energy and increase early literacy skills. Party time in the library!

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. 

Playtime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Playtime:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the oppor...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents ...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

Live Piano Music

Monday, July 29, 2024 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, Wednesday, 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 pl...

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

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

SUMMER MEAL

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library. Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, July 29, 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.

Extreme Animals!

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Come check out a variety of EXTREME animals that are sure to make you go......oooooo......ahhhhh...A presenter will provide information on each live animal present and show them of...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come check out a variety of EXTREME animals that are sure to make you go......oooooo......ahhhhh...A presenter will provide information on each live animal present and show them off to the audience.

UShine! Logo

UShine! - Building strong mental health for teens

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

UShine is a local mental and emotional health nonprofit that exists to spark passion for proactive mental health, promote compassion for others, and build hope for a mentally thriv...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

UShine is a local mental and emotional health nonprofit that exists to spark passion for proactive mental health, promote compassion for others, and build hope for a mentally thriving world.

The Reading Roundup

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Hey there, young cowpokes! Ready for a rootin' tootin' summer of reading fun? Saddle up for this adventure where a storytelling cowboy shares tools of the trade and how to sur...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Hey there, young cowpokes! Ready for a rootin' tootin' summer of reading fun? Saddle up for this adventure where a storytelling cowboy shares tools of the trade and how to survive the Wild West.

Rocket Readers

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and com...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

Personal Finance Coach

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help. Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips,...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help.

Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips, and tricks to achieve your financial goals.

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering! No experience or supplies needed.  Magic the Gathering is a collectible card game that has been around since 1993! It is a fu...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

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.