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Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

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.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Please register children only. Bring the whole family!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Banned Book Club For Parents

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

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

Clean Up Themed Playtime!

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

"Clean up, Clean up, Everybody Clean up! Clean up, Clean up, Everybody, Everywhere!"

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.

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

Citizenship Classes with OIC

10:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with The Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC).

6 week class starting January 18 thru Feb 22, 2025.

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 "Adults" group.

Watercolor Painting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Always wanted to learn watercolor painting? Then learn from our local professional artist Jim Pourtorkan! All supplies are provided, sign up with a friend today!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

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

Clean up Play Time

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Clean up from Toddler Playtime

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

Craft Fest - Display Hall

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate glass cutting, miniature making, and polymer clay building!

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

Craft Fest 2025

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 237
Event Description:

Come join us at the OKC Downtown Metropolitan Library this January for the second annual CraftFest! Learn about different hobbies from local arts and crafting guilds!

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

Craft Fest 25 - Fiber Crafters

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join the Knitting Guild, Fiber Artists of America, and Quilting guild as their members demonstrate their crafts. Demonstrations will include Wet Felting, Cross stitch, knitting, and quilting.

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

Craft Fest 25 - Paper Crafting

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom CD (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

 

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate paper quilling, a craft that involves wrapping paper into tight coils, and Gelli plating, a type of fabric printing. 

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

Craft Fest 25- Functional Crafting

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom EF (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate clothing construction and leatherworking

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

12:30pm - 1:30pm
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Community Care Cards

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Almonte Library
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Description:

For this Valentine’s Day, join us in spreading love and kindness by creating handmade cards for residents at a local assisted living home and adult day-care center!

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

Origami Take-Home Kit

01/25/2025 @ 1:00pm - 02/25/2025 @ 1:15pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Origami Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. (January 25th - February 25th)

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

Costume Crafting

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

In preparation for the Book Lover's Ball on February 15, we will be planning and creating costumes related to our favorite books!

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

Family Game Day: Pickleball *In Partnership with Chicken N Pickle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Kids
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Bring the whole family to the library for Family Game Day. We will rotate between bingo, trivia, board games, and minute to win it games. If you've got a competitive spirit, this is the program for you.

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 "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 "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Seed Swap

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us on National Seed Swap Day to exchange favorite seed varieties for the upcoming gardening season. Meet other gardeners to build community, ask questions, and swap stories and tips.

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

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

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.