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Time	Sun (4/13)	Mon (4/14)	Tue (4/15)	Wed (4/16)	Thu (4/17)	Fri (4/18)	Sat (4/19)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Gallery All Day 3/17 - 4/18 All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "All Ages" group. Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness 04/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness Event Description: The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.
9 am			This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginners Tai Chi 9:00am - 10:00am Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: 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. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is designed for people of all levels of health.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginners Tai Chi 9:00am - 10:00am Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: 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. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is designed for people of all levels of health.
10 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. 123! Play with Me! 10:30am - 11:30am Birth-PreK Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: 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 is in the "Adults" group. Basic Computer Classes 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education Registration Required Event Description: Free computer class on Friday, April 18^th. This session will cover computer and internet navigating. The class is led by the Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) presenter from the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC).
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1 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Not SO Young Adult Movie 1:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Film & Movies Registration Required Event Description: Love the movies from our youth? Remember those fun movies from back in the day. Want your teen to enjoy the same movies? Join us to watch some of our favorites like Twilight, Hunger Games, the Giver, and more! All greats!		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Fiber Arts Club 1:30pm - 3:30pm Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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. Beginners Line Dancing 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.
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3 pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest Awards Ceremony 3:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Maker Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Homework Help and Reading Buddies 4:15pm - 5:15pm Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing Registration Required Event Description: Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework. No registration is required.
5 pm						This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginner Guitar Lessons 5:00pm - 6:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Learning how to play guitar can seem like a big hurdle, come get your foot in the door with a free beginner guitar lesson at the Southern Oaks Library! Learn the basics of chords, musical scales, strumming, and playing songs!
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Kids" group. Kids' Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Kids Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Join us for a Book Adventure! Meet with other kids to discuss a great book. We will have a snack and play a game, or make a craft. This month's book is Doctor De Soto by William Steig. Please read the book before the program.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Adult D&D 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? This event is in the "Adults" group. U.S. Citizenship Class 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.

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