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.

Beginners 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. Registration closes 02/04/2020 and you must attend the first two sessions to be enrolled in the class.

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

Baby Playtime

9:30am - 10:30am
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
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This program is perfect for young children. We will share short books together and sing songs and do motions with parents help. Suggested ages 0-2. 

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

Adult Basic Reading

9:30am - 11:30am
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Reading Help
Event Description:

Adults and teens, ages 16 and older, can improve their reading, spelling, and writing skills in this free class. The class meets twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday and is coordinated by Community Literacy Centers (CLC).

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

Musictime

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: Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
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Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at the library! Come with your child to sing, move, and create beautiful music.

This program is held on the second Thursday of each month.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Jones Library
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
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.

This month we are reading Mystery books! You can pick any Mystery book you would like to read.

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

Early Childhood Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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!

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.

Total Wellness with OCCHD

10:00am - 11:00am
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Total Wellness program provides FREE interactive weight loss classes for Oklahoma County residents to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet one hour every week for eight weeks.

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: 7
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.

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

Toddler Playtime

11:00am - 12:00pm
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
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This program is best suited for students who can follow basic song movements and listen to slightly longer stories. Suggested ages 2-6.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

WRITING CLUB FOR SENIORS

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

Are you currently writing a memoir and find yourself stuck? Come to writing club where you can bring sections of your writing to read aloud and receive feedback from experienced writers in your very own community.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Achy Breaky Hearts

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
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Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Feeling blue after Valentine’s Day? Come to the Achy Breaky Hearts program and turn your feelings into a work of art! Sew, craft, and turn your frown upside down by lighting up and mending your broken hearts!

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.

Discovering Graphic Novels

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Harrah Library
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Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Whether you’re new to the world of graphic novels or have been reading them ever since you can remember, come join others as we explore the world from the far future to distant planets outside of our solar system and beyond.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Three Little Pigs STEM Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Luther Library
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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

I'll huff, and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house down!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Full STEAM Ahead

4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

This month, with just a few household items, we'll be engineering moving mechanical hands! ** This program will last 1.5 hours to allow for more DIY time if needed.**

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Offsite - Children (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Read the Movie Teen Book Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Read the book, then join us to watch and discuss the movie! For February we’ll be reading The Princess Bride by William Goldman.

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

Capitol Hill After School Events

4:15pm - 5:30pm
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, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come by Capitol Hill after school 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.

Math, Science and Language Arts Enrichment

4:15pm - 6:15pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Volunteers and library staff provide free homework help and tutoring in Math, Science, Reading and more. Special STEAM presentations and activities are offered on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.

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 "Kids" group.

Crazy 8's Math Club- Grades Three Through Five

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Crazy 8s is an exciting, fun-filled recreational math club for children, grades three through five, of ALL ability levels.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crazy 8's Math Club- Kindergarten Through Grade Two

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Crazy 8s is an exciting, fun-filled recreational math club for children, grades kindergarten through two, of ALL ability levels.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness with OCCHD

5:15pm - 6:15pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Total Wellness program provides FREE interactive weight loss classes for Oklahoma County residents to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet one hour every week for eight weeks.

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: Reading Help
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Children are able to sign-up for a reading time 10 minutes before program begins.

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

Chocolate and Crafts

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Teens and Adults come and celebrate chocolate! We will have valentines themed crafts, chocolate themed challenges, and some great chocolate prizes. Also check out the blind date with a book table to possibly find your next great read!

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

Writer's Group

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Create and explore new worlds, letting your creativity flow free. Writer's Group is a place for artists, writers and fans of tabletop roleplaying games to practice and share their work.

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

Family Playtime/Storytime

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

For ages 1-5 years: Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Reading Help
Event Description:

Children Reading to Dogs Young readers build "pawsitive" self-esteem, self-confidence and improve their reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading To Dogs

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pop & Palette

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Whether you’re a skilled artist or a day-dreaming doodler, let us walk you through a beautiful painting as you sip on your favorite soda. All supplies will be provided. After the class, check out the library's collection of art books.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Citizenship Class

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
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Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you want to learn more about becoming a U.S. Citizen? We will be hosting free classes to explore the steps of the naturalization process.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Service Team

6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics
Event Description:

Make new friends and give back to your community! Join other teens and collaborate on decorating, programs and events, and projects. Earn volunteer hours and participate in service projects to help make your library and community better. Volunteer application may be required for participation.

Please contact the library for more information. This is a recurring event and takes place twice per month. Similar clubs exist at multiple libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Writing

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Event Description:

Our series of free, public workshops is designed to open new vistas of creative exploration for writers of high-school age and older and to provide a fun and supportive environment for the development of their craft.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Offsite - Children (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education