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July Creative Writing Chapbook

07/05/2024 @ 9:00am - 07/31/2024 @ 9:00pm
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!

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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?

Western Legends and Modern Legacies in Conjunction with the Society of Urban Poets

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS, Writing
Event Description:

This isn't just any reading program – it's your ticket to the dusty trails, thrilling tales and the real-life legends of the West.

Writing Party: A Young Storytellers Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

In conjunction with our Young Storytellers publishing workshop, the Edmond Library presents our summer Writing Party series.

Bethany Critique Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.

August Creative Writing Chapbook

08/01/2024 @ 9:00pm - 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
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!

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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?

Bethany Critique Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.

The Writers Room

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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?

critique partner Speed Networking @ LitFest

9:15am - 10:45am
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Description:

Are you a writer looking for a critique partner and you just don't know where to start? Well, start here!

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.

LitFest

10:00am - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 155
Event Description:

Join us for the 7th Annual LitFest - our free writer's conference!

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.

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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?

MetroWrites Meet Up

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

A meetup for writers of all ages and genres to build community and WRITE! 

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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?

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
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!

Bethany Critique Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

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

Author Visit with J.K. Petrie

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Event Description:

He wove her universe. She got caught in his web. Now she must escape.

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.

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

Metro Writes

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Description:

Metro Writes is a monthly club for writers of all experience levels to hone your skills, meet new friends and get inspired! Each month, we'll have a different speaker followed by networking time. Better yet, it's free!

Murder Mystery Party - Death By Croquet Mallet

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Join the party at Archly Manor and test your crime solving abilities!

The Writers Room

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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: 15
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.

Creative Writing Sunday

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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?

MetroWrites

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

A meetup for writers of all ages and genres to build community and WRITE!