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Community Room

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Nicoma Park Library
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 "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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Northwest Community Pet Yearbook!

All Day
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 "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
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.

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

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

Coffee for the Community

9:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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 "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 "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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!

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 "All Ages" group.

MLK Jr. I have a Dream! Passive Program

01/08/2025 @ 1:00pm - 01/19/2025 @ 5:45pm
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had a Dream for a better community, nation, and world. What are your dreams? In Celebration of MLK Day, help fill the Library with Dreams.

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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Voices and Votes: Mi Hogar Este Aqui

7:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Carrie Fox will be presenting her work documenting the stories of people who have come to the United States and specifically Oklahoma.

 

This event is part of the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit.  

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 "All Ages" group.

Pet Food Pantry

11:30am - 12:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

9:00am - 5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics

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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Maker Tuesday

4:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.

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

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, 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.

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.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
The Village Library
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.