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 "Adults" group.

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL)

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: 1
Event Description:

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing. Performing exercise that improves strength, balance or fitness is critical for staying active and reducing risk falls.

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

Baby Storytime - Ages Birth-1

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: 4

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.

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 "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.

Matter of Balance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative is coming to present an important factor in aging well: balance! Many older adults experience a fear of falling.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Pre-Meeting & Set-up

2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
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.

Lemonade Lounge

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, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more! For ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

3:30pm - 5:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
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.

Kids CREATE! DIY FAKE FOOD

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month through April for a fun arts and craft session! Geared towards children ages 5 to 12. 

In this session come create your own DIY fake foods!

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.

Tie-Dye Party

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: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us and create your own psychedelic tie-dye bandana!

Participants are guaranteed one bandana, and may bring something else small to dye if they wish.

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 "Adults" group.

Herb Gardening for Beginners

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Almonte Library
Required
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Macramé Wall Hanging Craft

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us at the Warr Acres Library for an afternoon of macramé! We will provide supplies and instructions to make a mini macramé wall hanging.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nutrition for Seasonal Allergy Support with Natural Grocers

6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Problems with pollen? Seasonal symptoms are often caused by our immune system reacting to harmless airborne substances like pollen. Join us to learn what nutrients and foods help support a balanced immune response to airborne irritants. 

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.

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 "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: 1
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 "All Ages" group.

320 Acres: Founding Oklahoma City

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Have you ever wondered how Oklahoma City came to be? Join us for an episode from the OETA award-winning series, Back in Time to learn more about Oklahoma City's chaotic origin story.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Game Night

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