Week Calendar

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!

Please register each child ages 3+ individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Come gather with others in a safe space to share breastfeeding knowledge and experience or seek support from a breastfeeding specialist.

Let's get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls.

The Total Wellness program provides FREE interactive weight loss classes for Oklahoma County residents to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet one hour every week for eight weeks.

Please register each toddler individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Please register each toddler individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Let's get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls.

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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! 

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

Seniors stay active and independent! SAIL is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and improve activities for daily living.

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share invaluable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Please register each child ages 3+ individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Would you like to learn more about basic tech skills, using library resources, or need help learning a new device? Please register and let us know what you need help with so that we can be ready to assist you.

Art is for anyone at any age! Help the littlest artists in your life explore drawing, painting, and so much more as we create beautiful, messy art.

Five Senses Playtime - Outdoors. Spending time stimulating senses helps children develop cognitively, linguistically, socially and emotionally, physically and creatively.

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.

Join us every Tuesday, 10:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Participants of the class must complete Beginners' Tai Chi instruction.

Do you need food, formula, or diapers?  The Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile will be in the library parking lot 10am-2pm.  Stop by and receive a week's worth of diapers, and formula or food while supplies last.  Eligible a

Please register each toddler individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Would you like to learn more about basic tech skills, using library resources, or need help learning a new device? Please register and let us know what you need help with so that we can be ready to assist you.

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event will take place live at Almonte. A zoom link will be sent to all registrants, and you can choose if you would rather join us in person at Almonte, or online through zoom- whichever works for you!

Seniors stay active and independent! SAIL is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and improve activities for daily living.

Gather up the little ones for Storytime Clubhouse presented by the Ralph Ellison Library! Children will enjoy stories, a letter of the day, songs with Tang the orangutan, and more.

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Please register each toddler individually by child's name. Siblings are always welcome, and do not need to be registered if they are not in the age range.

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

The Total Wellness program provides FREE interactive weight loss classes for Oklahoma County residents to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet one hour every week for eight weeks.

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Participants of the class must complete Beginners' Tai Chi instruction.

Morning Movie Club is a weekly opportunity to watch international films and documentaries in the comfort of the library! Each week, we will be watching a different movie about exciting topics and interesting people, so come join us!

Looking to reduce stress and improve your overall health in the new year? If so, please join us each Friday morning for this 30 minute advanced Tai Chi course.

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs. books, and a craft.

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

*Please register each child that will be attending the program.

Join other community members and share what you have been writing. You will meet non-professional writers that will provide feedback, tips, and encouragement with your writing endeavors. All styles and types of writing are welcome

Want to see what's new at the library? Come to First Look Storytime to check out the library's newest picture books!

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Let's face it. Sometimes computers can be intimidating. All the rapid changes in technology sometimes leave us screaming, "What the tech?".

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

This program is designed for children ages 2-5 and their parents/caregivers. Siblings and children of all ages are always welcome.

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! Our theme of the week is: Purple! Connect virtually with other children and caregivers as you enjoy interactive songs, stories, and rhymes from the comfort of your home.

New members are always welcome! Stop by the Information Service Desk to pick up our current book selection. Our meetings are recurring and take place the second Tuesday of each month.

Join us once a month to discuss interesting books as we re-start the Belle Isle Book Group every 2nd Wednesday at 11am. Each month we'll let you know which title is up next.

Join us for a weekly sensory storytime on Thursdays at the Downtown Library at 11:00am! Connect with other families while enjoying stories and activities designed for children with sensory sensitivities.

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.

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! 

Ring ring! Join Emily and Shelbie on Instagram Live for the Teen Book Hotline, where we share YA book recommendations. This month's theme is throwbacks to some of our favorites from the last 5 years!

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! 

November is Native American Heritage Month! Join us as we show a curated collection of film celebrating the rich histories, diverse cultures and important contributions of
our nation’s first people.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00pm. 

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-4:00pm.

Gather with peers to enjoy and view a fun film. This is a teen program.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00pm. 

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-4:00pm.

Starting on September 14th, the Bethany Library will be hosting a Fiber Arts Group. This group will meet at 1:30 PM on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, to work in a collaborative space.

The Oklahoma City Ballet is happy to present this fun and interactive program in coordination with their upcoming The Nutcracker performance.

Would you like to learn how to make your own candle, either as a gift or to keep yourself? Many holidays occur during during the darkest days of the year and celebrate bringing in light.

This month's Zoom book club meeting we're discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Visit the library or call us to reserve previous book club titles today!

Bring the family and let's make fall paper flower wreaths.

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

Join us Sunday, 2 PM -- 5 PM, for an afternoon of solving puzzles! Bring the whole family, we have puzzles for all ages and abilities. In addition to jigsaw puzzles, we will have a variety of other brain teasers, such as crossword and Sudoku.

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This advanced beginner level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm. 

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This advanced beginner level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm. 

Teens, show off your moves! Join us as we welcome instructors from RACE Dance Collective for this hip hop dance class. Learn new moves or brush up on your skills.

Snapology provides interactive STEM / STEAM programs for children featuring technology and/or popular building toys (such as LEGO® bricks and K’Nex® toys).

Join us for a six week session of building, coding, and fun using Dash/Dot robots and Lego Mindstorms! All materials provided and no experience necessary. Ages 8-14.

Engage your toddler's five senses with this sensory playtime! We will be exploring touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste with an hour of fun playtime! This program is intended for children 1-4 years old.

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.

Join us after school for a snack and a chance to practice your reading! Teen, Adult, and maybe even Dog volunteers will be available to read with students. Check-in anytime between 3:30-4:30. 

Are you curious about the world around you? Do you enjoy getting a little messy to learn something new? If so, come join us for afternoons loaded with messy, exciting scientific exploration!

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.

The Makedo cardboard construction kit inspires teens to dream big, design, and create. Teens use simple-to-master, safe tools and upcycled cardboard to build just about anything.

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Learn the ins and outs of becoming an influencer.  Presented by Kris Hunter of Creating with Kris Hunter.

Join us at the Warr Acres Library for an afternoon making gratitude jars! Come as a family, a couple, roommates, or as an individual! Gratitude jars are a year round gratitude practice.

Learn the basics of Canva and how to make free graphics for all your occasions. This is a free tool that allows you to work with photo editing, design layout, and more, all within an easy-to-use platform.

Explore 3D printing, robotics, coding, and more in this open maker lab.

Crazy 8s is a math club unlike any other! It offers unique, high-energy math activities that appeal to kids of all math abilities. Increase your math-literacy skills by attending this 8-week math club. Registration is required.

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

Are you ready for adventure? Dungeons & Dragons is the original tabletop RPG! We welcome all players, from beginners to experienced. If you already have a character, feel free to bring it.

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Tuesday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided.

This program is for all teens ages 12-18.

Join us for After School Art Hour at the Midwest City Library! Connect with other children and caregivers while we each create an autumnal masterpiece!

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

We will be learning about the engineering behind hydroponics and its societal benefits. We will read a short excerpt from The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm addressing hydroponics and space exploration.

Art and technology collide at Belle Isle Library. Join us monthly for a STEAM-centric program designed just for teens.