Paper Sharks

All Day
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Shark Week with paper sharks and conservation!

Cancelled

Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

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, Family Programs
Event Description:

Music is inside of me, music is inside of you -- music is what sets us free, and music lets us be you and me!

Early Childhood Playtime

9:30am - 10:45am
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
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 is a come and go program with no registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Music with Ginger

10:00am - 11:00am
The Village Library
Required
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
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. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST register for the program. Thank you!

Disclaimer(s)

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

New Old Games

10:00am - 11:30am
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

This workshop is filled with fun, low to no tech games from the Cokesbury Game Book. Learn games that children and families played before video games!

Intermediate Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Participants of the class must complete Beginners' Tai Chi instruction.

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

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, Family Programs
Event Description:

Music is inside of me, music is inside of you -- music is what sets us free, and music lets us be you and me!

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips Dance

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

Let the rhythm of Latin American music move you with cumbia and salsa dancing. Enjoy the performance while hearing about the history of the music, dance, and costumes. You may even learn a few steps so you can get up and dance too. 

Tai Chi

11:00am - 12:00pm
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

Summer Meal - Snack Time

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a mid-day snack and dinner at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM and 5:00PM.  

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding program. 

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.

Everyday Essential Oils for Health

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Essential oils are enjoyable, versatile, and natural products with a multitude of uses beyond their scents alone. Discover the basics of how essential oils support health and learn how to build your own essential oil kit.

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Bingo Thursdays! Live & Zoom

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Almonte Library
Required
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Join us every Thursday for bingo live! Come by the Almonte library to pick up a bingo card anytime before 2pm on Thursdays to participate via Zoom if you're unable to join in person.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Music is inside of me, music is inside of you - music is what sets us free, and music lets us be you and me!

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips Dance

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
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let the rhythm of Latin American music move you with cumbia and salsa dancing. Enjoy the performance while hearing about the history of the music, dance, and costumes. You may even learn a few steps so you can get up and dance too. 

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Animal Pathology with the Museum of Osteology

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Choctaw Library
Required
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Animal Pathology introduces students to the world of forensic science. After a basic introduction, students will break up into teams to evaluate (hands-on) the pathology of specimens as to the possible cause(s) of the abnormality.

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Titanic VR Exploration with OU Emerging Technologies

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and Tweens: Come experience the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic like you never have before! Hop into your submersible to explore a fully rendered 3D simulation of the wreck as it lies deep at the bottom of the ocean.

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

Summer Meal - Dinner

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy lunch and dinner at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM and 5:00PM.  

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding program. 

 

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.

Animal Pathology with the Museum of Osteology

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Animal Pathology introduces students to the world of forensic science. After a basic introduction, students will break up into teams to evaluate (hands-on) the pathology of specimens as to the possible cause(s) of the abnormality.

Chihuly Art for Teens with OKCMOA

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Midwest City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Explore painting on plexiglass in the style of artist Dale Chihuly. Join an OKCMOA teaching artist to learn about the summer exhibition Chihuly Then and Now: The Collection at Twenty, and create your own work of art to take home.

Cancelled

NW Teen Coding Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Learn to code, improve your problem solving and critical thinking skills, and explore careers in computer science and engineering at the NW library's Teen Coding Club!

Cancelled

Teen Game Night

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and tons of snacks. Bring your friends and come hang with us at the Del City Library.

Teen Advisory Board

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Have a say in what happens at your library, and gain valuable leadership skills! Join our teen advisory board to contribute ideas and insight for our teen programming at Warr Acres Library!

Beach Rock Cactus Garden Craft

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Almonte Library
Required
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Looking for an easy summer craft? We will paint beach rocks to simulate cactus and place them in a large terra cotta pot that can be placed on your patio, porch, window sill, or anywhere else you wish to display a fun colorful summer décor.

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

Sculpture Unveiling: The Seed that Nourishes

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Outdoors (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a dusk unveiling of the newly installed Seed that Nourishes sculpture.

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.