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Ebook Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Class

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fan Art Hour

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

02/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/28/2025 @ 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.

Puzzle Race

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

There will be 4 puzzles. Each team will have 90 minutes to put together their 300-500 piece puzzle - provided by the library. 

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

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest 2025

All Day 2/3 - 3/7
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Readers Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea. We meet the first Monday of each month at 1:00 PM.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

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

Fiber Arts Club

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

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

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult D&D

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
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 "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Class

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The GROOVEMEANT COMMUNITY

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Celebrate Black History Month with Southern Oaks Library and the Groovemeant Community group. This event will showcase, teach, and have some Black History month fun on the dance floor.

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

Fan Art Hour

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community. 

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.

Southern Oaks Chess Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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.