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.

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.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

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:

Groovemeant - An interpretation of dance through the grooves of your soul, the way it was meant to be. Enjoy a street dancing performance and learn a few moves.

Baby and Toddler Music with Miss Joy

10:00am - 10:45am
Belle Isle Library
Required
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
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.

Music educator Joy Cavett will present a 45 minute long program for children 3 months old to 2 years old. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

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. 

One-on-one Tech Help (Appointment A, max 45 minutes)

10:00am - 10:45am
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This personalized technology session will help customers gain the confidence they need to get comfortable with computers.

Sail the Seas of Cinema!

10:00am - 12:30pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Beat the Midweek blues and take a dip in the expansive waters of International Cinema!

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
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: Groovemeant Community

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:

Groovemeant - An interpretation of dance through the grooves of your soul, the way it was meant to be. Enjoy a street dancing performance and learn a few moves.

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

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

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs puppets and lots of banjo music!

One-on-one Tech Help (Appointment B, max 45 minutes)

11:00am - 11:45am
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This personalized technology session will help customers gain the confidence they need to get comfortable with computers.

Preschool Music with Miss Joy

11:00am - 11:45am
Belle Isle Library
Required
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
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.

Music educator Joy Cavett will present a 45 minute long program for children 3 years of age and older. Siblings are welcome to attend.

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. 

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: 15
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.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

One-on-one Tech Help (Appointment C, max 30 minutes)

11:45am - 12:15pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This personalized technology session will help customers gain the confidence they need to get comfortable with computers.

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.

Bingo Thursdays! Live & Zoom

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Almonte Library
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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: Groovemeant Community

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, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Groovemeant - An interpretation of dance through the grooves of your soul, the way it was meant to be. Enjoy a street dancing performance and learn a few moves.

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

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, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs puppets and lots of banjo music!

One on One Computer Help

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Study Room - Create Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Library staff are available 5 days a week to offer basic computer help. We can help with things like creating resumes, navigating the Web, managing email and more. Assistance is available by appointment. You may make one appointment per week.

Perler Parlor

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Create your favorite video game, anime, literary, TV, or movie character out of perler beads! Then we'll melt them together with an iron and turn them into long-lasting creations.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Full STEAM Ahead!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Full STEAM Ahead! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

Thursday Game Days

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Come play with us for throwback retro gaming! We will have an original Nintendo, Super Nintendo and board games!

Disclaimer(s)

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

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.

Resume Help @ Your Library

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs
Event Description:

Are you needing help with your resume? Come to the Choctaw Library to receive help with your resume from skilled librarians. 

Animal CSI with the Museum of Osteology

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
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Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Read the bones to discover the story written in them. Students will be introduced to the world of forensic science and learn how to identify pathologies (evidence of trauma and disease) found on a variety of animal bones.

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
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Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This month, we will be discussing Perfectly Parvin by Olivia Abtahi.

Cancelled

Basic Computer Skills and Resume Workshop

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology
Event Description:

Ready to explore a new career direction? Looking for training and tools to advance your career? This two hour program will help you learn the computer skills you need to apply for a job in today's digital world.

Family Art Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

CLC U.S. Citizenship Classes (CIT 2)

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Do you want to learn more about becoming a U.S. Citizen? The Edmond Library hosts free classes to explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Teen Advisory Board

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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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: 6
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!