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Due to a maintenance issue, the Jones Library is closed today (Saturday, Jan. 4).

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Voices and Votes: Democracy in America Smithsonian Exhibit

All Day 12/11 - 1/25
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

The exhibition examines the nearly 250-year-old American experiment of a government "of, by and for the people," and how each generation since continues to question how to form "a more perfect union."  From the revolution and suffrage, to civ

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

Grow Yourself Interactive Display

All Day 1/2 - 1/19
All Ages, Adults
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Start the New Year with a focus on health and mental wellness at our library's "Grow Yourself" display!

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

Dolly Day Bracelets -Take Home Kit

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/18/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Celebrate Dolly Parton's upcoming birthday by grabbing a bracelet-making kit at Southern Oaks Library! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/19/2025 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

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

January Creative Writing Chapbook

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/31/2025 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

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

January Mindfulness Journal

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/31/2025 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

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

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Box

All Day 1/3 - 1/12
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Northwest Community Pet Yearbook!

All Day 1/3 - 1/18
All Ages
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come by the Northwest library to fill out a short form about your pet and what makes them so great!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pages & Prose Parcel

01/03/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/17/2025 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel is a five-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 12.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take One, Leave One Puzzle Swap

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home winter days.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Come meet members of your community while enjoying a catered lunch.  New United States citizens and those going through the process will be there to share their stories and answer questions on why they chose Oklahoma to settle in.  After

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Whimsical Wonderful Art

1:00pm - 2:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Prepare yourself to create some art! We'll have a slideshow of some modern and classic children's book illustration, and point you toward tutorials on the techniques used.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting with (re)Purpose

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Crafting together, sharing your vision. Are you a crafter? Do you enjoy paper crafting, DIY, knitting, crocheting, quilting, needlework or coloring? Bring your project, share techniques and ideas with other crafters in your community.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Dino Day

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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. 

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 "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Blue Jay

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a striking blue jay. You will leave with a completed painting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mushroom Lanterns

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own hot glue mushroom lanterns!

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

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Writers Room

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lego Block Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

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

DIY Planner Take Home Kit

All Day 1/5 - 1/11
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Tired of never finding the right planner online or in stores? Visit the Capitol Hill Library and pick up you very own DIY Planner Kit where you will be provided with the materials to create your own unique planner.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take One, Leave One Puzzle Swap

1:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Cleaning out after Christmas or as a New Year's resolution? We can help! Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a fresh one to wile away those stay-at-home winter days.

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

Winter Reading Origami Bookmark Take Home Kit

01/05/2025 @ 1:00pm - 01/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Kick off your winter reading journey with this kit! Includes instructions and supplies for 2 origami bookmarks, book bingo book recommendations, and a few other cozy surprises!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Page Turners

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma Historians.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you probably didn't cover in your Oklahoma History classes.