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Family Gaming Night

Thursday, September 26, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness Classes

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte 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: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, September 26, 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. 

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

Quilting Club

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your sewing machine and projects and quilt with friends! Don't have a machine? We have a few to borrow! Don't know how to quilt? We can get you started, or bring any needlewo...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Bring your sewing machine and projects and quilt with friends! Don't have a machine? We have a few to borrow! Don't know how to quilt? We can get you started, or bring any needlework project to work on and enjoy the company!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult D&D - Fall Session

Thursday, September 26, 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: 20
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?

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

Adventures with Cricut: creating an artist/pencil bag for school

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Guests will choose a vinyl design cut with the Cricut to create a zippered bag for art supplies and/or pencil/school supplies. Recommended for new Cricut users. 

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

Guests will choose a vinyl design cut with the Cricut to create a zippered bag for art supplies and/or pencil/school supplies. Recommended for new Cricut users. 

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

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop. The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on t...

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

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

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

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of stories and activities exploring our senses! This storytime is designed for children ages 2 and up with special sensory needs or for those who might need ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of stories and activities exploring our senses! This storytime is designed for children ages 2 and up with special sensory needs or for those who might need a smaller crowd.

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

Family Art Night

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, September 26, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
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:

Open to all teens aged 12-18. Apply online so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics
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.

Open to all teens aged 12-18. Apply online so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation.

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

123! Play with Me!

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

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

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ways to Save on Big-Ticket Items

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Big-ticket items like TVs, appliances or electronics can be financial burden. In this workshop, we will discuss tips on how to minimize the impact of these purchases.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Big-ticket items like TVs, appliances or electronics can be financial burden. In this workshop, we will discuss tips on how to minimize the impact of these purchases.

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

Free Play Friday

Friday, September 27, 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 27, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Room

Friday, September 27, 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 "Adults" group.

BreastFeeding Friends: Lactation & Support Group

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join the OK Mother's Milk Bank for BFFs, an inclusive breastfeeding support group for all families in the OKC Metro! This support group will be facilitated by an Inter...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join the OK Mother's Milk Bank for BFFs, an inclusive breastfeeding support group for all families in the OKC Metro!

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.

Chess Club

Friday, September 27, 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 "All Ages" group.

Banned Book Art

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Celebrate the end of Banned Books Week with this art program! You could design a book jacket for your favorite banned book, you can make buttons featuring your favorite titles/quot...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Celebrate the end of Banned Books Week with this art program!

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

Family Playtime

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
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...

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:

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!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

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

ScissorTales

Saturday, September 28, 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Jigsaw Puzzle Race

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate Cat Month with this cozy library cat puzzle! Plus, who doesn't love a little competition? Teams and families with children ages 8 and up are welcome to race against the c...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Celebrate Cat Month with this cozy library cat puzzle! Plus, who doesn't love a little competition?

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

123! Play with Me!

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
123! Play with Me!:

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books...

Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books, and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with early childhood and family support specialists.

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres 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: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
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.