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The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

All libraries will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for Easter.

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Name: May Creative Writing Chapbook
Start: 2025-05-01T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-05-24T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Warr Acres Library

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Time	Sun (5/11)	Mon (5/12)	Tue (5/13)	Wed (5/14)	Thu (5/15)	Fri (5/16)	Sat (5/17)
All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May Creative Writing Chapbook 05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 "All Ages" group. Design Your Own Flag Take Home Kit All Day 5/5 - 5/12 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Have you ever wanted to design a flag? Have you ever wondered what symbols and colors mean on some of your favorite flags? Wave on into Ralph Ellison library and pick up a design your own flag take home kit.
		This event is in the "Kids" group. Summer Bucket List Take Home Kit All Day 5/12 - 5/18 Kids Midwest City Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Is it just me, or does it sometimes feel like summer takes forever to get here, and then the next thing you know it’s passed in the blink of an eye? And you are left wondering…what did I do? Did I make the most of the summer months?
9 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Wildlife Walks 9:30am - 10:30am All Ages Midwest City Library Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Description: Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!
10 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Cancelled ¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime (CANCELLED) 10:30am - 11:15am Birth-PreK, Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Cancelled 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 "All Ages" group. GeekCon '25: Brave New World! 10:00am - 4:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Entire 4th Floor Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Star Wars fan? Anime fan? Comic book fan? Pokémon fan? LIBRARY fan?If you answered yes to everything above (and even more not mentioned) join us for Downtown Library’s GeekCon 2025! 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. 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
11 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Giac Quang Lion Dance 11:00am - 11:45am All Ages Warr Acres Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Outdoors (Warr Acres) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program Event Description: Join us as we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Giac Quang Lion Dancers. Disclaimer(s) This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting. Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks. Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair. Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Understanding Native American Regalia 1:00pm - 3:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: This is an educational and culturally immersive experience designed to give guests of all ages a firsthand look at the significance and beauty of Native American regalia. 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group. Nail Art Workshop: Nail Stamping Techniques 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Almonte Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Meeting Room (Almonte) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Description: Join us at the library for this fun and creative workshop! Learn how to create stunning nail designs using nail stamping techniques, a simple yet impressive way to decorate your nails with intricate patterns and designs.
3 pm	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Moana Shiny Shell Craft 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Description: I don’t know about you, but we can’t get enough of the Disney Moana around here! Join us for a Shiny Sea Shell Craft to celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Month.
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. 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.
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 Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. BIPOC Book Club - "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Capitol Hill Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 15 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. This month we're reading "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali. Light snacks and refreshments served. 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. Back to Nature: Camping for beginners 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Northwest Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch:* Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Join us on a journey of getting back to nature! We will dive into the world of sustainability, gardening, native ecosystems, green centered creative projects and more... If it grows let's explore!	This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk About It: The Worst Hard Time Revisited 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Oklahoma Room (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Description: Dr.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Color Our World: Relating to the work of Edgar Heap of Birds 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Northwest Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 27 Event Description: Join us at Northwest Library for an engaging adult workshop exploring the impactful print works of contemporary Native American artist Edgar Heap of Birds. This event is in the "Adults" group. Red Earth Regalia 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Description: This interactive program, led by Native presenters, offers an immersive exploration of the cultural significance behind Native regalia.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled CANCELLED: Spring Speed Friending 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming Event Description: Making friends, especially in adulthood, is hard. If you're struggling, you're not alone - at least not for much longer! This event is in the "Adults" group. Making Churros 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Almonte Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Meeting Room (Almonte) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Description: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a hands-on churro-making experience! Join us at the library as we mix, pipe, and fry up these deliciously crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated treats. 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. 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
7 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Out Loud 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Description: Library Out Loud is a quarterly concert series held as part of the Oklahoma Underground Music Archive project of the Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections and Research Department. 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. 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

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All libraries will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for Easter.

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