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 "All Ages" group.

Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
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, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Bethany Community Coffee

8:00am - 9:00am
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Come hear from Community Business owners and Leaders while you network and learn what's coming up in our area this month.  Be ready to share your 30-second pitch at this month's Bethany Community Coffee for Commerce!

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

Baby Storytime - Ages Birth-1

9:30am - 10:00am
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

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.

Herb Gardening for Beginners

10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

This course will offer you the basics of how to create an herb garden using different growing methods such as hydroponics, containers, raised beds, and growing from cuttings.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community & Coffee: Civic Forum

10:00am - 12:00pm
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Join us at this come and go program to learn about any current events in the city council or state legislature. You never know who will pop in for a chat!

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.

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.

Morning Movie Club

10:15am - 12:15pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Morning Movie Club is a weekly opportunity to watch international films and documentaries in the comfort of the library! Each week, we will be watching a different movie about exciting topics and interesting people, so come join us!

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

123! Play with Me!

10:30am - 11:30am
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Craft Night: Duct Tape Designs

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come see what duct tape, patience, and a little creativity can make! We'll provide tape and instructions on how to make a duct tape wallet, decorate pens and pencil pouches, and more! For teens aged 11-18.

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

Afterschool Art Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us afterschool from 4-5 pm at The Ralph Ellison Library for Afterschool Art Club.
The Afterschool Art Club is a block of time set aside for you each week to come in and work on an art project that drives your creativity.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:15pm - 5:15pm
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, 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.

Join us in the children's area of the Belle Isle library for Children Reading to Dogs! 

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

After School LEGO Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Starting January 5th, join us on the first Thursday of every month through May!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Fandom Trivia Night: Super Mario

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Midwest City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Teens, do you know everything there is to know about Mario, Luigi, and Peach? Come test your knowledge at this month's Fandom Trivia night--you might even walk away with a prize!

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.

Edmond Library at VIBES

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Offsite - Adult (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Edmond VIBES is a free, open air event to be held in downtown Edmond on the first Thursday of each month from 5pm to 9pm beginning in April and continuing through October.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Listen to the Tea: Civic Forum

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Join us at this come and go event as we will learn about updates in the Oklahoma City Council, state, and federal legislature. You never know who will pop in for a chat! We will have an assortment of cocoa, coffee, and tea.

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.

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 "All Ages" group.

City of Bethany Budget Fair

5:30pm - 9:00pm
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Do you live in the City of Bethany?  Would you like to share your thoughts and ideas with City officials on how to plan for the next budget year?  Join the Mayor, City Manager and other City departments in a come and go, meet and greet t

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

D&D Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.
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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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Reading Help

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 "Adults" group.

Financial Literacy

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Midwest City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Start off the rest of the year with some financial literacy. 

Learn how to make a budget and set financial goals. 

Register today!!!

Program facilitated by Goodwill of Oklahoma

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Game Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (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.

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

Write-In!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Writing
Event Description:

In celebration of National Poetry Month, the Write-In event is an open night for writers of any genre to gather. This is a free-writing session in a collaborative space. You can take part in a writing activity, work on your own project,

This event is in the "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
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.