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Soldering Sunday

Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

DIY Soldering Sunday! We are using soldering guns to create some metal work! This is an Adult and Young Adult program. Limited space. Please register the person using the solder...

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

DIY Soldering Sunday! We are using soldering guns to create some metal work!

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.

People working on a jigsaw puzzle.

Puzzle Palooza!

Sunday, August 11, 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! ✨

Pika!

Pokemon TCG League

Sunday, August 11, 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!

Spice Club Take-Home Kit

All Day
Onsite (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is offering a FREE monthly take-home kit featuring a spice or spice blend for you to try at home! Each kit includes a brief history of the spice, a few recipes t...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Onsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is offering a FREE monthly take-home kit featuring a spice or spice blend for you to try at home!

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Take-Home Kit: DIY Desk Pet

All Day 8/12 - 8/16
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Create a unique eraser desk pet to keep you company and help correct mistakes! Whether you're beginning the school year or would just like a buddy, this kit walks you through craft...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Create a unique eraser desk pet to keep you company and help correct mistakes! Whether you're beginning the school year or would just like a buddy, this kit walks you through crafting with erasable polymer clay. 

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

Fabric Book Cover Take-Home Kit

All Day 8/12 - 8/17
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Iron, Needle and Thread or Sewing Machine and Thread Create your own fabric book cover for privacy and cleanliness. You can take your books anywhere without f...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Iron, Needle and Thread or Sewing Machine and Thread

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Clothespin Bird

Clothespin Bird Take and Make For Ages 2-5

All Day 8/12 - 8/18
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

This month we will be making clothespin birds and helping them build their own nests! Kits will be available at the Edmond Library from Monday, August 12th through Sunday, August ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

This month we will be making clothespin birds and helping them build their own nests!

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!

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

Customize Your Robot Take Home Kit

All Day 8/12 - 8/18
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Assemble and decorate a robot action figure designed and made in Bethany Library! Limit 2 per family.  

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

Assemble and decorate a robot action figure designed and made in Bethany Library!

Limit 2 per family.

 

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.

Heated Eye Mask - cloth mask filled with rice and fastened with elastic strap

Take & Make: Heated Eye Mask -- Ages 10-18

All Day 8/12 - 8/18
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead. School is starting up, and while we love seei...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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 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!

DHS Resource Help

Monday, August 12, 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!

DIY Magnets Kit

08/12/2024 @ 9:00am to 08/30/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Make some magnets for your fridge in the comfort of your home! This kit comes with materials to make three different magnets. 

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Make some magnets for your fridge in the comfort of your home! This kit comes with materials to make three different magnets. 

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.

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, August 12, 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. 

Mat Yoga

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear so...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.  

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.

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, August 12, 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. 

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our c...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Live Piano Music

Monday, August 12, 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.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, August 12, 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.

Children Reading to Dogs

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, 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.

Event Description:

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

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.

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

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. 

The Magic Tree House Book Adventures Club: Leprechaun in Late Winter

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne. On the second and fourth Monday of the month (subject to change), we'll...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne.

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

Personal Finance Coach

Monday, August 12, 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.

Evening Family Story Time

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Research shows kids learn through engaged social and language-rich interactions. Join us for an evening story time at your neighborhood library! Enjoy stories, songs, rhyme...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Research shows kids learn through engaged social and language-rich interactions. Join us for an evening story time at your neighborhood 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. 

close up of sugar scrub, flowers, and wooden spoon

Sugar Scrub - DIY Make & Take

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

It's time to pamper yourself or create a personalized gift for a loved one.  Come to the library to make your very own sugar scrub!  

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

It's time to pamper yourself or create a personalized gift for a loved one.  Come to the library to make your very own sugar scrub!  

Reading to Dogs

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
All Ages
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.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help

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.

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning! Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library! The class will meet o...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!