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Beginner English as a Second Language

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm.  ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Exploration Station: Bubbles!

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Exploration Station, an exciting hands-on program designed to spark kids' imagination and foster a love of discovery! Children can explore, expe...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Exploration Station, an exciting hands-on program designed to spark kids' imagination and foster a love of discovery!

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. 

Dog Man Party

Dog Man Party

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate the beloved Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey! As we gear up for the highly anticipated movie release, we’ll dive into the adventures of our favorite heroic cani...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate the beloved Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey! As we gear up for the highly anticipated movie release, we’ll dive into the adventures of our favorite heroic canine and his crime-fighting antics.

After School Snack Series

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Be a master chef and make something delicious. Participants will create their very own personalized snack mix from a variety of available ingredients. No registration required. Kid...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Be a master chef and make something delicious. Participants will create their very own personalized snack mix from a variety of available ingredients. No registration required. Kids and teens welcome!

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.

homework

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework. No registration is r...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

No registration is required.

Creative Writing Wednesday

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work? Join us every ...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Book Cover "The 1619 Project: a new origin story"

BIPOC Book Club - "The 1619 Project: a new origin story"

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
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:

Join our BIPOC Book Club to read fiction and non-fiction titles by Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color. For Dec 2024 - Jan 2025 we will be reading "The 1619 Project: a ...

Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Join our BIPOC Book Club to read fiction and non-fiction titles by Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color.

For Dec 2024 - Jan 2025 we will be reading "The 1619 Project: a new origin story" created by Nikole Hannah-Jones.

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.

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.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community & Civics, 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 Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. English a...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

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

Beginners Tai Chi

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Tai Chi:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is...

Event Description:

Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is d...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is designed for people of all levels of health.

Baby Playtime

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, 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: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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!

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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. 

Tai Chi

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City 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 flexibi...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

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

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.

Anime Club

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, ...

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

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, take home cool stuff like Asian snacks and crafts!

After School Games

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

Game Day

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, 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!

Super Smash Tournament

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, come show your love of Smash Bros and compete head-to-head with other teens at the Super Smash Tournament! Contestants will be placed on a tournament bracket and the compete...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, come show your love of Smash Bros and compete head-to-head with other teens at the Super Smash Tournament! Contestants will be placed on a tournament bracket and the compete 1v1 to be the Super Smash Tournament Winner!

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.

Ebook Book Club

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room B (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

New Year, New You! Let's start 2025 off right by reading more! This book club is centered around ebooks and eaudiobooks for its accessibility - no need to come to the library to hu...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Study Room B (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

New Year, New You! Let's start 2025 off right by reading more!

BattleBots

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Dash robots and some surprising supplies! Ages 10 -14, re...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Dash robots and some surprising supplies!
Ages 10 -14, registration required.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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. New members may join in September or January.

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. New members may join in September or January.

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Seed Library

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

We are wrapped in the quiet blanket of winter, but Spring is just around the corner! What will you grow this season? It is time to think about starting some seedlings indoors. We h...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We are wrapped in the quiet blanket of winter, but Spring is just around the corner! What will you grow this season? It is time to think about starting some seedlings indoors.

Storytime

Friday, January 31, 2025 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!