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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

National Seed Swap Day

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Interested in gardening? Have some seeds you no longer want? Celebrate National Seed Swap Day by swapping seeds with others. This is a great way to start a garden or expand your existing garden without breaking the bank.

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

TRIVIA GAME - Stranger Things 2025 Version

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Whether you’re Team Demogorgon or Team Eleven, this game will have you facing off on all things Hawkins—from the mystery of the Upside Down to the adventures of your favorite characters.

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.

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 "Adults" group.

Great Jigsaw Puzzle Race

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams will have 120 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will be working on a 500 piece puzzle provided by the library.

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

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

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

Pokemon Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

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

Special Speaker with The Urban Poets

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Special speaker, poet Ken Hada, a poet and professor at East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma where he directs the annual Scissortail Creative Writing Festival. Ken finds the natural order a powerful presence for writing.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
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!

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

After School Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
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!

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.

Black History Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn about Black History Month and historical black figures whose achievements have been overlooked or underappreciated.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Scavenger Hunt- Black History Inventions

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Help us celebrate Black History Month with a scavenger hunt throughout the library! Grab your instructions and a pencil at the reference desk.

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

February Creative Writing Chapbook

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

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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homeschool Parent Chats by the Fireplace

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

These encouraging question and answer sessions for current or prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 3 pm next to the Warr Acres Library Fireplace and be moderated by Dana Wilson.

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

Hues on First Art Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us each month on the FIRST Monday at the Edmond Library on FIRST Street to add colorful HUES to an art project focusing on an artist, technique or medium. 

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.

Celebrating Black History Family Fun Kit

02/04/2025 @ 9:30am - 02/08/2025 @ 4:30pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Registration
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Black History is American History and it's time to celebrate it! Kits will include fun family activities, crafts, and information about Black History Month.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Around the World: Brazil

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learning about other cultures helps children develop a sense of empathy and possibility. Join us Downtown each month as we explore a new country, using arts and crafts, hands-on activities, and most importantly our imaginations!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

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.

American Girl Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

                                                     ♥  Be a part of history!  ♥

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.