WEATHER CLOSURE:

Due to the forecast of severe weather, all Metropolitan Libraries will close at 2pm today, 5/6/2024.

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
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: 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.

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

Toddler Playtime Ages 1-3

9:30am - 10:00am
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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!

Please register individually by child's name.

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

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

9:30am - 10:15am
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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

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

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

9:30am - 11:30am
Ralph Ellison Library
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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 Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Tutoring

10:00am - 10:30am
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Would you like to learn more about basic tech skills, using library resources, or need help learning a new device? Please register and let us know what you need help with so that we can be ready to assist you.

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

Five Senses Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Spending time stimulating senses helps children develop cognitively, linguistically, socially and emotionally, physically and creatively.

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. 

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

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
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.

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. 

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

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for storytime at the Del City 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.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

10:00am - 11:30am
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: 44
Event Description:

Learn about detection, causes and risk factors, stages of the disease, treatment, and much more. A representative from the Alzheimer's Association will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. 

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.

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: 13
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.

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

Toddler Playtime Ages 1-3

10:30am - 11:00am
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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!

Please register individually by child's name.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

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

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

10:30am - 11:15am
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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

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

Story & Song: Spring

11:00am - 11:30am
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! To celebrate the start of a new season, of theme of the week is: Spring!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lunch Bunch Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Non-Toxic Body Care Class & Demo with Natural Grocers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Scrub Goodbye to Skin Care Chemicals!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Whodunit Mystery Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harrah Library
Required
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Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

Registration required. Space is limited. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Time: DnD

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Grab your bow and ready your dancing lights, as we prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, on the Choctaw Library patio. Newbies, novices, and experts welcome. This is a teen program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This advanced beginner level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

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.

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

Harrah TCG Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Harrah Library
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Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are the best like no one ever was? Do you play with the heart of the cards? Did you planeswalk to Ravnica?

The join us at the Harrah TCG club as we play our favorite trading card games.

Open to all experience levels.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Creative Kids (Ages 5-12): Monet's Water Lilies

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

Love art?! Come learn about a new artist or art technique each month! This class is for kids ages 5-12.

This month, we'll be learning about Claude Monet and using pastels to create a water lily watercolor!

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled

Dungeons & Dragons Teen Guild

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Are you ready for adventure? Dungeons & Dragons is the original tabletop RPG! We welcome all players, from beginners to experienced. If you already have a character, feel free to bring it.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Tuesday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided.

This program is for all teens ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

After School Art Hour

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for After School Art Hour at the Midwest City Library! Connect with other children and caregivers while kiddos create masterpieces. Supplies will be provided by the library. Be aware, this could get messy!

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework & Reading Help

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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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. 

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

Spring Gardening for Beginners

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This course will offer you the basics of how to create a garden in your space, if you have a large home, apartment or a shared space, you can garden!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Backyard Chickens 101

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jones Library
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to raise chickens in your own backyard, but don't know how to get started? Well, now is the time to learn! The Jones Library will be hosting the Backyard Chickens event for those looking to start.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bad Art: Pop Culture Characters

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Have you seen something on Pinterest and thought "I can recreate that"? Now is your chance!

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs - 1st Session

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

This program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6:30-7 pm OR 7-7:30 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. 
This program is intended for children learning to read or practicing reading aloud.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Board Game Night: Zoom Edition!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Zoom (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

The library is a great place to meet friends, play old and new board games while social distancing. Remember, games promote creativity and foster positive skills like sportsmanship and logical reasoning!

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

¡Club de Hilo! / Yarn Club!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Almonte Library
Required
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

¿Tienes un proyecto de hilo en el que has estado trabajando? Únase a nosotros mientras nos reunimos en un espacio seguro para compartir nuestra experiencia en hilo y aprender unos de otros.

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.

Children Reading to Dogs - 2nd Session

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

This program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6:30-7 pm OR 7-7:30 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. 
This program is intended for children learning to read or practicing reading aloud.