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Adult Book Drop - Subscription!

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 6:00am - 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

Friday, September 6, 2024 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!

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

Parachute Playtime

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Get ready to shake the chute and move your body at Parachute Playtime! Enjoy rhymes, songs, and tons of parachute fun. The parachute helps build fine motor skills by using hand...

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

Get ready to shake the chute and move your body at Parachute Playtime! Enjoy rhymes, songs, and tons of parachute fun.

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.

Yoga

Friday, September 6, 2024 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, September 6, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
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: 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, September 6, 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

Friday, September 6, 2024 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Room

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
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:

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
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.

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Amazing Library Race

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an amazing race throughout the stacks of the library! Complete challenges in teams of two to four from creating lollipop ghosts to reciting limericks!

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:

Join us for an amazing race throughout the stacks of the library! Complete challenges in teams of two to four from creating lollipop ghosts to reciting limericks!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (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 B (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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

American Girl Book Club

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Be a part of history! The American Girl Book Club, based on the historical doll series, meets the first Friday of every month through the end of the year. Each session will focu...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Be a part of history!

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 event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go. Coffee for the Community is our way of saying thank you to our librar...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Financial Literacy Workshop

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 9:15am - 11:00am
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come and learn about financial literacy basics with Michael McCall, a certified financial planner from the Association of Financial Educators. Free coffee and light snacks will be ...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come and learn about financial literacy basics with Michael McCall, a certified financial planner from the Association of Financial Educators. Free coffee and light snacks will be available!

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
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:

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: 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!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Banned Book Club For Parents

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading the...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading them, but also discussing them!

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

Giant Play Time

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
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: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 50

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!

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. 

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

ScissorTales

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime! We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail.  If we need to canc...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime!

We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Shelf Watch Book Club

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Have Fun Designing a Tile Coaster

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have Fun Designing a Tile Coaster!  Choose your own colors and shapes of tile from an assortment. Then create your own design to fit the square tile base.  

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Have Fun Designing a Tile Coaster! 

Choose your own colors and shapes of tile from an assortment. Then create your own design to fit the square tile base.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Camping

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

What better way to enjoy fall than the great outdoors!? Come learn the basics of camping with Wilderness Skills Guide, Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Description:

What better way to enjoy fall than the great outdoors!? Come learn the basics of camping with Wilderness Skills Guide, Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Murder Mystery Party - Death By Croquet Mallet

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join the party at Archly Manor and test your crime solving abilities! In the hours before the party begins, Mr. Crumb—an unsavory sort—is murdered on the grounds with a croquet ...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Join the party at Archly Manor and test your crime solving abilities!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

One Minute Animation Film Festival (OMAFF) - How to Make a Movie

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Calling all filmmakers and animators, ages 9 to 99! Make your own stop-motion or 2D animated movie and show it at our premiere in this 3-part series! Use your smart phone or our eq...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Calling all filmmakers and animators, ages 9 to 99! Make your own stop-motion or 2D animated movie and show it at our premiere in this 3-part series! Use your smart phone or our equipment to create something on the theme.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Dino Day

Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together.  1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM  

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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.

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