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Branches	Almonte Library	Belle Isle Library			Capitol Hill Library		Choctaw Library	Edmond Library	Nicoma Park Library	Northwest Library	Ralph Ellison Library	Southern Oaks Library		The Village Library	Warr Acres Library
Rooms	The Makerspace (Almonte)	Programming Room (Belle Isle)	Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)	Online (Belle Isle)	Onsite (Capitol Hill)	Lobby (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room (Choctaw)	Meeting Room AB (Edmond)	Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)	Meeting Room B (Northwest)	Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group DIY College Prep Take-Home Kit All Day 8/5–8/22 Teens, Adults Capitol Hill Library 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: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit Event Description: The college admissions process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Join us to learn about test prep, choosing a college, financial aid and scholarships, or the application process. Programs will offer advice from experts. Our librarians will be on hand to demonstrate the library’s free resources and help you on your journey. Build your own college preparation kit with the materials provided. 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 "Adults" group Affirmation Animal Shelter All Day 8/5–8/29 All Ages, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Lobby (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Stop by the library to "adopt" an affirmation animal that will help guide you through the school year! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Wellness Month Take-Home Kits All Day 8/1–8/29 Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: August is Wellness Month! This kit has activities and a checklist of things you can do to challenge yourself to improve your overall health. Recommended for ages 15 and up.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Creative Writing Chapbook 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Mindfulness Journal 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 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: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Origami Challenge Take-Home-Kit 08/08/2025 @ 10:00am–08/29/2025 @ 11:30am Kids, Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Kids" group 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: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Learn to Create a Beautiful Origami Turtle! It's easy and lots of fun. Step-by-step instructions and double-sided origami paper included in the kit.
10:00am														This event is in the "Adults" group SAIL - STAYING ACTIVE AND INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE WITH OHAI 10:00am–11:00am Adults The Village Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing. 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.
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11:00am		This event is in the "Adults" group Belle Isle Book Club 11:00am–12:30pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Join us to discuss interesting books at the Belle Isle Book Club every month on the 2nd Wednesday at 11 a.m. Each month we'll let you know which title is up next. 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.
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1:00pm									This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Community Room 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults Nicoma Park Library 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: Nicoma Park Library Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics Event Description: 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group Social Security and You: Updates and Fraud Prevention 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Health & Wellness Event Description: A Social Security expert will discuss what's new with Social Security and ways to prevent fraud. There will be a time to ask general questions. 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 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.			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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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5:00pm	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Makerspace Crafternoon 5:00pm–7:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Almonte Library 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: Almonte Library Room: The Makerspace (Almonte) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM Event Description: Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity! Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.
5:15pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department 5:15pm–6:30pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active. 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.
5:30pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Belle Isle Book Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Online (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading 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 us to virtually discuss interesting books with the Belle Isle Book Club every month on the 2nd Wednesday at 5:30 PM. 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 event is in the "Adults" group Creative Writing Wednesday 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults Warr Acres Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Writing Registration Required 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?
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6:00pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Masquerade Masks 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Choctaw Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Masquerade! Paper faces on parade! Embrace the Phantom of the Opera by joining us to make paper masquerade masks.			This event is in the "Adults" group Water Bath Canning 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Learn the basics of water bath canning in this class led by Family & Consumer Sciences Educator Taylor Conner. This class will focus on safely preserving high-acid foods such as jams, jellies, pickles, and salsas. 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library 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: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Spend your mana and summon your creatures at the Ralph Ellison Library, as we host our Magic the Gathering Club. Newcomers and Veterans alike are welcome. No Cards? No Problem!
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7:00pm								This event is in the "Adults" group Reschedule date! Tales from the Silver Screen: My Fair Lady (1964)/ She's All That (1999) 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Edmond Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Film & Movies Event Description: Live and in color! Come join us for a movie discussion on films new and old. Each month we will be talking about a different film. There will be discussion questions, trivia, and popcorn provided! 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.
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