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Branches	Almonte Library	Belle Isle Library		Capitol Hill Library			Choctaw Library	Downtown Library	Edmond Library	Jones Library	Midwest City Library	Northwest Library	Ralph Ellison Library			Southern Oaks Library		The Village Library	Warr Acres Library	Wright Library
Rooms	The Makerspace (Almonte)	Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)	Programming Room (Belle Isle)	Onsite (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room (Choctaw)	Online + Curbside (Downtown)	Meeting Room D (Edmond)	Meeting Room (Jones)	Online + Curbside (Midwest City)	Meeting Room AB (Northwest)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Zoom (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Online + Curbside (Wright)
All Day				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Hispanic Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 9/15–10/10 Teens, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month with a Trivia Challenge! 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Constitution Day: Make Your Own Constitution Take-Home Kit All Day 9/15–9/21 Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance. 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. Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff. We can only guarantee one kit per registration. Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed. Special notes should not be used for additional registrations. Thank you for your help! It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.			This event is in the "Adults" group Chai Tea Take Home Kit All Day 9/15–9/21 Adults Midwest City Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness Event Description: Celebrate National Chai Day with a Take-Home Chai Kit! Pick up a take-home kit and enjoy the cozy comfort of homemade chai in honor of National Chai Day on September 21st! Disclaimer(s) There is no guarantee that foods served at this program have not come into contact with tree nuts, soybean, dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts or other allergens. Accordingly, neither the Library nor Thick Descriptions will assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with at this program or any harm to any individual resulting from such allergens. We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home All Day 9/2–9/30 Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library. Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.						This event is in the "Adults" group Warr Acres Book Box 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/26/2025 @ 4:15pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Event Description: Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience. This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group September Creative Writing Chapbook 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm 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 September Mindfulness Journal 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm 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 Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home All Day 9/16–9/20 Kids, Teens, Adults Wright Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Wright Library Room: Online + Curbside (Wright) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library. Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
9:15am														This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The United States Constitution 9:15am–9:45am Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education Event Description: It's Constitution Day. On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We'll talk and read more about the constitution.
9:30am															This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Basic Education 9:30am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30-12:30.
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2:00pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Commission Meetings	This event is in the "Adults" group Tai Chi 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body, and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. 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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3:00pm																		This event is in the "Adults" group Village Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults The Village Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) 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. On September 18, we will be discussing The Grea
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3:30pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting 3:30pm–5:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Commission Meetings								This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Game Night 3:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Jones Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.
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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 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.								This event is in the "Adults" group Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL) 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Edmond Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm.
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6:00pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Dungeons and Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Choctaw Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM Event Description: Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!				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 Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: REGISTER HERE TO PARTICIPATE THIS FALL. MAKE SURE TO ATTEND SESSION 0 ON AUGUST 14.
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6:30pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Fall Decoupage 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: Turn a simple glass plate into a stunning fall piece! Using paper napkins and decoupage, you’ll capture autumn’s colors and the harvest season in a one-of-a-kind fun and functional design.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Crochet Night Meet Up 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. Bring your water bottle kit from August or bring your own project! 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 "Adults" group U.S. Citizenship 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education 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.
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7:00pm															This event is in the "Adults" group Artificial Intelligence Seminar & Demos 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Are you interested in learning more about Artificial Intelligence and AI programs? Neal Hettinger, OCCC professor and local author, is offering an AI seminar at your local library.
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