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Learn a new language with online Mango, read about the perfect local restaurant with our travel guides, or attend a performance from artists representing different cultures and forms.  Your Library is your key to exploring the world whether you are traveling there or enjoying it here.

Blogs

Frozen in Time: The Rise of Ice in Oklahoma City

If you plan to make a trip downtown, be sure to stop by the library to check out our new mini exhibit on the history of ice in Oklahoma City! A small collection of historic ice-related items from various collections within our archive will be shown in the window of the Oklahoma Room at the Downto...

Events

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 "All Ages" group.

Fairy House Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/18
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Instructions on how to assemble the house will be included with this super fun kit. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

Circling Orbital: A Transatlantic Book Talk

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Teens, Adults
Almonte Library
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Multimedia Lab (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us at Almonte for a special international book discussion as we explore Orbital, the 2024 Booker Prize-winning novel by Samantha Harvey.

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 "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 "Adults" group.

Self Eulogy Workshop-Cancelled

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Are you living authentically? With integrity? Are you shaping your life in a way you'd want it to be remembered? Will the way people perceive you after death reflect the values you hold dear now? If not, how might you begin to realign?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Decorative Sunflowers

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own decorative sunflowers!

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Databases

A B C E F G H I J L M N O P R S T U V W

A to Z Food America

This resource contains more than 2,000 state, regional, and ethnic recipes - including food culture articles - as well as historical and reference articles including an ingredients section. This is the largest food database of its kind focused solely on diverse American cuisine. 

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A to Z Maps Online

Provides access to over 100,000 various types of maps for the U.S., world countries and continents. A to Z Maps Online contains a large number of specialized maps like antique maps, bathymetric and fishing maps, climate change maps, environmental maps, geography and geology maps, Holy Land maps, tree and bird distribution maps, and more. It also contains flags from world countries and international organizations.

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A to Z the USA

This database contains state, county and city information for all U.S. states and territories. It lists facts and statistics about arts and culture, climate and weather, demographics, flags and seals, government and politics, history, maps, photos, and more.

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A to Z World Food

This resource contains 7,000 traditional recipes from 174 countries, along with thousands of ingredient, food culture, and reference articles, making this the largest food database of its kind. 

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A to Z World Travel

Contains travel guides for over 200 world cities. Each guide contains helpful information about a particular city's food and restaurants, climate and weather, embassies/consulates, health and medical services, travel essentials, money and banking, electrical and telecommunication requirements, and more.

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Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America

Contains citations to books, journal articles, magazines, newspapers, and U.S. and Canadian government documents (with coverage going back to the seventeenth century) about the culture, history and life of indigenous peoples in North America. This resource is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

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Collections

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Grass Roots Press - Hoopla

Grass Roots Press is a niche publisher, specializing in resources for adults with limited literacy skills. They have an international reputation for publishing high-quality materials for adult basic education and English language learners. This collection can be accessed through Metro's subscription to Hoopla digital. It can be found independently by searching for "Grass Roots Press" in the publisher field using the Advanced Search function. 

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Metro Library Podcast

Offering Oklahoma-themed podcasts celebrating Oklahoma arts, culture and history as well as the lives of influential Oklahomans today, the Metro Library Podcast is produced by the Special Collections of the Metropolitan Library System.

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