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Musictime for Babies

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express.

Musictime for Children (ages 2-5)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express.

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Paper Mosaic Holiday Cards

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, get ready to get crafty this holiday season! Join us for an afternoon of creativity as we explore different paper techniques to create one-of-a-kind holiday cards. Don't mis...

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

Teens, get ready to get crafty this holiday season! Join us for an afternoon of creativity as we explore different paper techniques to create one-of-a-kind holiday cards.

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm.  Engli...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. 

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm.&nb...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Community Room

Friday, December 13, 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.

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (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.  Do you love world-building, playing games, creative narratives, or simply being around a c...

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, December 14, 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.

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Computer Keys: PowerPoint Essentials

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn the essentials of Microsoft PowerPoint in this beginner-friendly class. Discover how to create, format, and customize slides, add text, images, and animations, and deliver ef...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Learn the essentials of Microsoft PowerPoint in this beginner-friendly class. Discover how to create, format, and customize slides, add text, images, and animations, and deliver effective presentations.

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.

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

Book Club-The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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...

Event Description:

Book club meets on the second Saturday of each month at 11 AM in the Warr Acres Library Reading Area. This month we will be reading The Wishing Game  by Meg Shaffer. Copi...

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Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

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.

Book club meets on the second Saturday of each month at 11 AM in the Warr Acres Library Reading Area.

Let's Get Crafty

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people? Come join us at Let's Get Crafty!&n...

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

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew

Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?

Come join us at Let's Get Crafty! 

DHS Resource Help

Monday, December 16, 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!

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided. This progr...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided.

This program is for all teens ages 12-18.

Beginner Friendly Crochet - Beanie or Scarf

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been curious about crochet? Would you like to learn how to start a scarf or beanie? Join us for a beginner friendly crochet night. A hook and yarn will be provided for you...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Have you been curious about crochet? Would you like to learn how to start a scarf or beanie? Join us for a beginner friendly crochet night. A hook and yarn will be provided for you.

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.

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, December 16, 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!

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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!

Storytime

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, 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: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, 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!

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. 

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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!

house in cerulean sea

Lunch Bunch Book Club

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection. The...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection. The book selection for December is The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.

Teen D&D

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library. Newbies, novi...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm.  Engli...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm.