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Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Angry Birds IRL

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Unleash your inner bird-flinger at our Angry Birds IRL event! Team up, stack up cardboard towers, and take aim with plushie birds to knock them down. Earn points with every hit and see which team can topple the most targets.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Video Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Artsy Fartsy Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Whether you've never wielded a paintbrush before or you're an accomplished artist already, join us to learn about a new artist each month and complete a project based on their work.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

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

Family Art Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages, Kids
Del City Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

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

Zine Canteen

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

S.T.E.A.M. Break - Make your own Aquarium Take-Home Kit

All Day
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

In 1834, Jeanne Villepreux-Power created the first aquarium to study squids, fish, and ocean plants. She began her career as a seamstress, but after she moved to Italy with her husband, she became fascinated with the ocean. Her only problem?

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Musictime for Babies

9:30am - 10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.

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

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

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!

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

Musictime for Children (Ages 2-5)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

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

Saturday Morning Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Join us for a lively Saturday Morning Storytime at the Ralph Ellison Library, a fun-filled 30-minute session designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 1-5!

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

Spice Chronicles Ch 3: Jerk

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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

Spice Chronicles Ch 3: Jerk

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Gallery

All Day 3/17 - 4/18
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, 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.

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

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

Quilling Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

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

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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!

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

Playtime (ages 1-5)

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40

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!