TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner's Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

This introductory class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Mother Goose on the Loose

9:30am - 10:00am
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Hey, Diddle Diddle-- Kids and families will love Mother Goose on the Loose ®! Mother Goose on the Loose ® is a play-based early literacy program that uses books, puppets, flannel pieces, music, and movement to bring language and literacy to life! Join us for this exciting, innovative program for young children.

This program is perfect for young children. We will share short books together and sing songs and do motions with parents help. Suggested ages 0-3.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

9:30am - 10:30am
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

OKC Improv presents a show full of games and hilarity each time they perform, but they can only do it with help from the audience!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Babytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Musictime

10:00am - 10:45am
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Join us as a skilled librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers valuable information on reading readiness and how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, and books.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nonfiction Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Looking for the truth? Celebrate lifelong learning as we read and discuss an array of nonfiction titles on varying subject matter. Visit the Information Desk to reserve your copy of this month's selection!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Monster Fest (SRP Kickoff)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us as we kick off Summer Reading with a roar and gnashing of teeth. This is a drop-in event where participants will have the opportunity to make and romp in monster gear!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

This Intermediate class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Adam and Kizzie

10:30am - 11:30am
Jones Library
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Adam & Kizzie explore all things wild. Whether growing from dirt, roaming the earth, floating in the sea, or drifting in outer space.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

10:30am - 11:30am
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

OKC Improv presents a show full of games and hilarity each time they perform, but they can only do it with help from the audience!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Play-with-Me Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come play with puppets and friends. Enjoy a time of music, movement, crafts and stories. This program is best suited for students who can follow basic song movements and listen to slightly longer stories. Suggested ages 3-6.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Forensic Osteology: Human Skulls

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Forensic Osteology: Human Skulls is a crime lab-based program focusing on the forensic investigation of various types of trauma to the human skull.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Adam and Kizzie

2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Adam & Kizzie explore all things wild. Whether growing from dirt, roaming the earth, floating in the sea, or drifting in outer space.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Luther Library
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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

This event is held offsite at the Luther Community Center, located at 18120 Hogback Rd, Luther, OK 73054.

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

Capitol Hill After School Events

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Film & Movies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come by Capitol Hill this summer if you're looking for something fun to do.  We will have different activities and crafts available to create at your own pace and enjoy with friends. Similar programs exist at multiple libraries.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Crafternoon

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Luther Library
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Library Branch: Luther Library
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Come and craft with us! Head to the Luther Library after Neighborhood Arts for a variety of crafts to create as a family. Make a jellyfish out of paper plates, custom photo holders, mosaic art, and more!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Geeks in the Wild

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 26
Event Description:

If you’re a geek, come spend an hour in your natural habitat: surrounded by fellow geeks who want to nerd out with you about all your favorite franchises!

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

Where the Wildlings Are

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Winter has come and gone. If you love Game of Thrones, join us for some crafts of ice and fire, as well as discussion of the books, tv show, and more.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Wild About Science

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Love science? Then come celebrate it with us in this experiment themed party that will have fun hands-on activities for you to explore, create, mix, and maybe even snack on!

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

Origami Tsunami

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Welcome, origami lovers! Join us for as we introduce some great new origami patterns to add to your folding repertoire. Come practice your best folding techniques and make some new friends who love origami as much as you do!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Conversational English for Citizenship Exam

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
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Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

An English language workshop to prepare students for the Citizenship process.  The workshop will be on Thursday evenings, beginning June 6 and last through July 25.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Children's Area (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Young readers build "pawsitive" self-esteem, self-confidence and improve their reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. This event is held at multiple libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Natural Grocers Series: Apple Cider Vinegar

6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

For centuries, Apple Cider Vinegar has been celebrated for its health properties and may support blood sugar regulation, heart health, and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grow with Google: Computer Basics en Español

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
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Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Aprenda lo básico de la computación. Los participantes pueden tomar Google Chromebooks y puntos de acceso wifi prestados! (Sujeto a disponibilidad). Este programa es una asociación entre Metro Library y Grow with Google.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Family Playtime/Storytime

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

For children 1 to 5 years old and their families. Come play together at the library! Different centers will be set up for you and your children to explore and enjoy. After playtime, we will wrap up with a short storytime.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lego Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

If you can imagine it, you can build it! Spark your creativity and satisfy your curiosity at LEGO Club. Join other kids to engineer some fun. This club meets on the first Thursday of each month.Similar clubs exist at other libraries.

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

Wild About Movies

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Join us for free movie screenings during Summer Reading. Complimentary popcorn will be served during each movie. Contact the library for movie title information.