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Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - ...

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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Children's Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-re...

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

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

TeenTober Wednesdays: Board Game Night

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come to the Teen Area for a gaming session. We will have some games to choose from, or you can bring your own.   Teens only!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Come to the Teen Area for a gaming session. We will have some games to choose from, or you can bring your own.

 

Teens only!

Lo-fi Study Hall

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p. We'll have lo-fi beats on in the background while m...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom - CLC (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30pm. Our U.S. Citizenship clas...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30pm.

Total Wellness

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Description of event series

Total Wellness with Oklahoma Health Department

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to...

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

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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.

One More Chapter

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love reading and discussing books?  Then come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.  We will be discussing ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Do you love reading and discussing books?  Then come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.  We will be discussing

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.

Trick-or-Treat: Monster Bags!

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We invite children to unleash their creativity and craft unique monster-themed trick-or-treat bags just in time for Halloween! Young participants will design and decorate their bag...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

We invite children to unleash their creativity and craft unique monster-themed trick-or-treat bags just in time for Halloween! Young participants will design and decorate their bags using a variety of materials and spooky embellishments.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club Build a Car

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Event Description:

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​   

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

Franciscan Starburst dishes

Vintage Kitchenware: What's in Your Cupboard?

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Mid-Century Modern is in! Learn what the popular retro kitchen items are that young adults are wanting. You will also learn how to sell your kitchen treasures when family doesn’t w...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Mid-Century Modern is in! Learn what the popular retro kitchen items are that young adults are wanting. You will also learn how to sell your kitchen treasures when family doesn’t want them.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Baby 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...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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!

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Total Wellness Classes

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose ...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

People practicing Tai Chi

Tai Chi

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Tai Chi helps reduce the risk of falling, increases balance and flexibility...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

STEM Club - Science Fun!

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Homeschool STEM Club! We will explore and learn something new in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math.  STEM Club is geared tow...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Homeschool STEM Club! We will explore and learn something new in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math. 

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

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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. 

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Village Book Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (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...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading

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.

Lemonade Lounge

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles tog...

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

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more! For ages 12-18.

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

LEGO Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 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, October 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

After School Games

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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 Mondays 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 Mondays for an hour of video games after school!