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Computer Keys: What is AI? - Part 1

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Let's face it. The online world is an ever-changing landscape and it can be hard to keep up. As technology evolves, so do the risks and challenges. Digital literacy and internet sa...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Let's face it. The online world is an ever-changing landscape and it can be hard to keep up. As technology evolves, so do the risks and challenges.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

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

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
Turning 65?

Turning 65? Making Sense of Medicare Workshop

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Whether you are turning 65 or just want to know more about your current Medicare plan, "Making Sense of Medicare" will empower you to make great healthcare decisions. This 45-minut...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Whether you are turning 65 or just want to know more about your current Medicare plan, "Making Sense of Medicare" will empower you to make great healthcare decisions.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Tie-Dye Tote Bags

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Get ready for an explosion of color and creativity at our Tie-Dye Tote Bag Fiesta! Unleash your inner artist and transform a simple tote bag into a vibrant masterpiece. Whether you...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Get ready for an explosion of color and creativity at our Tie-Dye Tote Bag Fiesta! Unleash your inner artist and transform a simple tote bag into a vibrant masterpiece.

movie

Juneteenth Movie Night!

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This months Movie Night! is inspired by the Juneteenth Holiday. A holiday to celebrate and commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.   We will be watc...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

This months Movie Night! is inspired by the Juneteenth Holiday. A holiday to celebrate and commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.  

Beginning Adult Guitar!-CANCELLED

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars ava...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

Tai Chi in the Park

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Outdoors (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for Tai Chi in the Park in the gazebo at the Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the Bethany Library. This traditional Tai Chi class includes 8 forms ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us for Tai Chi in the Park in the gazebo at the Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the Bethany Library.

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. 

Juneteenth Gardening

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Gabrielle Reyes, with Black Soil Urban Farm, will teach about herbal teas and their health benefits. She will highlight Red Drink (hibiscus tea) and its significance in J...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Gabrielle Reyes, with Black Soil Urban Farm, will teach about herbal teas and their health benefits. She will highlight Red Drink (hibiscus tea) and its significance in Juneteenth celebrations.

Del City Monthly Genealogy

Genealogy 101

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Genealogy:

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our re...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

Sequoyah Meeting

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
salsa bachata

Salsa & Bachata Dance Adventure

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for the first in our series of four summer dance adventures for teens and adults. Instructors from Latin Fusion Oklahoma will present a 1-hour class to teach us salsa and b...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for the first in our series of four summer dance adventures for teens and adults. Instructors from Latin Fusion Oklahoma will present a 1-hour class to teach us salsa and bachata.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

History of Juneteenth with Phillip Tolbert

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about the complicated history of Juneteenth with researcher and librarian, Phillip Tolbert. Refreshments will be provided during the event.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Description:

Learn about the complicated history of Juneteenth with researcher and librarian, Phillip Tolbert. Refreshments will be provided during the event.

Geode Geologist

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Outdoors (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

How do geodes form? Why are they different colors? What kind of rocks are inside of geodes? Most importantly, how do you split them open? This program involves basic geode geology,...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Outdoors (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

How do geodes form? Why are they different colors? What kind of rocks are inside of geodes? Most importantly, how do you split them open? This program involves basic geode geology, then explores various types of rocks hands-on.

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. 

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

Celebrate Juneteenth

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Southern Oaks Library! Children can attend a special Storytime provided by Thick Descriptions in the children's area. Attend a Poetry Reading provided by po...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Southern Oaks Library! Children can attend a special Storytime provided by Thick Descriptions in the children's area. Attend a Poetry Reading provided by poets from the Society of Urban Poets in Oklahoma City.

Unofficial Warhammer Club

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overvi...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.

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.

The poster for the Creative Writing Sunday program. A single line drawing of an open book is in the middle of the poster, with small translucent circles of light purple, light blue, and light yellow covering most of the illustration. Below the illustration, it says, "Stay inspired."

Creative Writing Sunday

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work? Join us every ...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Greek Maze

Greek Mythology Escape Room

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Explore the world of Greek Mythology through an interactive and challenging escape room. Only by working together to solve puzzles and complete challenges will you be able to escap...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Explore the world of Greek Mythology through an interactive and challenging escape room. Only by working together to solve puzzles and complete challenges will you be able to escape the Labyrinth!

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

12 colorful squares, each with a different dog wearing a tshirt with a cheeky slogan

Puzzle Race!

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Are you and your squad true puzzle champions?  Are you ready flaunt your puzzle panache? Each team can have 2 to 4 people, but only one team member should register for the ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Are you and your squad true puzzle champions?  Are you ready flaunt your puzzle panache?

Each team can have 2 to 4 people, but only one team member should register for the puzzle race.  

summer

Summer Movie Adventures!

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventure Movie Sunday's continue with some of the smartest, bravest women of the 1960's! Join us on June 16th starting at 2pm, as we watch the struggle and journey taken by 3 f...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Adventure Movie Sunday's continue with some of the smartest, bravest women of the 1960's!

Juneteenth Candle Pouring Party

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth and make our own candles! Choose between several Juneteenth-inspired designs to decorate your candle. Sign up today!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth and make our own candles! Choose between several Juneteenth-inspired designs to decorate your candle. Sign up today!

DHS Resource Help

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

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 Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

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!

Mat Yoga

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear so...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga.  No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.    

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
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 encour...

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.