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D&D Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D! This is a game in which we ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!

So... You Want to Be a Dark Merfolk

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens & Tweens! Thursdays are YOUR day in the library. Watch our online calendar for game nights, art classes, activities and all kinds of fun just for you. Registration is require...

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

Teens & Tweens! Thursdays are YOUR day in the library. Watch our online calendar for game nights, art classes, activities and all kinds of fun just for you. Registration is required.

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.

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

Murder Mystery Masquerade Tea Party

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The year is 1755 and it’s Carnival season in Venice, time for the masquerade tea party. A chance for rich and poor, old, and young to come together; everyone to be equal for an eve...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

The year is 1755 and it’s Carnival season in Venice, time for the masquerade tea party. A chance for rich and poor, old, and young to come together; everyone to be equal for an evening.

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Teen Game Night

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

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

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Chess Club

Friday, October 18, 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.

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Friday, October 18, 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.

photo of a casefile, handcuffs, judge's gavel, and a knife marked as evidence

Murder on a Sunday Afternoon

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of murder and mystery!  Two different cold case files will be available. Play detective to crack these gripping murder mystery games.  Dive ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of murder and mystery!  Two different cold case files will be available. Play detective to crack these gripping murder mystery games.  Dive deep into physical evidence, police databases or email, and use all

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, October 21, 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.

Game Night

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reaso...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Escape

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Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for ...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Escape Room Placeholder

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:15pm - 7:45pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for ...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Escape Room Placeholder

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 8:00pm - 8:30pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for ...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Spooky themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Ye Olde Chess Club and fair

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Good morrow! Come join us for a special chess club here at the Edmond library. This will be a chess club AND a Medieval Fair combined! Half the room will have regular chess tables ...

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

Good morrow! Come join us for a special chess club here at the Edmond library. This will be a chess club AND a Medieval Fair combined!

D&D for Beginners

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person every other Wednesday August 14th- November 20th.

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.

Video Games

Thursday, October 24, 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!

Family Gaming Night

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for two hours of Family Gaming Night! Meet other game lovers, and learn how to play new games with them. We'll have a variety of tablet...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for two hours of Family Gaming Night! Meet other game lovers, and learn how to play new games with them. We'll have a variety of tabletop and video games available and plenty of space to play them.

Adult D&D - Fall Session

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join?

Chess Club

Friday, October 25, 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.

Minecraft Meetup

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for our meetup this month where we will be making our own jack o'Lanterns based on the in-game versions! We will also play in survival mode at night to fend off monsters.&n...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us for our meetup this month where we will be making our own jack o'Lanterns based on the in-game versions! We will also play in survival mode at night to fend off monsters. 

Paranormal Fest: Escape Room

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Classroom G (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room   Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom G (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room

 

Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

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

Paranormal Fest: Escape Room

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Classroom G (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room   Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom G (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room

 

Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

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

Paranormal Fest: Escape Room

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom G (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room   Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom G (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Paranormal Fest Escape Room

 

Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Please arrive on time or early to the escape room session. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

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

Dread (Horror Role-Playing Game)

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Will you survive?  Get ready to feel some Dread in this horror RPG! You will create a character and then act as that character as you proceed through a horror tale. Instead...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Will you survive? 

Unofficial Warhammer Club Play

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overvi...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.