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.

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May Flowers Take-Home-Kit!

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit.  Ages 3 and up. ...

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

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit. 

Ages 3 and up. 

Kits available while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Cover to the May Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a geometric design around the borders and a drawing of a turtle in the center.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Cover to the May Mindfulness Journal, which features a eucalyptus branch on the back cover and a country road winding through a forest with golden sunlight coming through the canopy of tree branches.

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

DHS Resource Help

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

Maker Mondays

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event.

Lofi girl desk

Lofi Study Hall

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have the perfect place for you!

Finances for Small Business Owners

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes and everything in between.

Finances for Small Business Owners

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Learn about all the financial aspects of starting and running a small business. Topics include types of legal entity structures, writing a business plan, book keeping, paying taxes and everything in between.

image of calculator, fountain pen, financial records

Small Business Workshop: Finances for Small Business Owners

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Entrepreneurs and small business owners can learn all about finances for running a small business.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Entrepreneurs and small business owners can learn all about finances for running a small business.

CANCELLED: Yarn Club! / ¡Club de Hilo!

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until the project is completed.

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

CLC (Community Literacy Center) Adult Basic Education

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. Adult Basic ...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes Online (ESL)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

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

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

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

CANCELLED Dungeons and Dragons (Adults)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for fun and excitement as we pursue victory and plunder across the many worlds and planes of Dungeons and Dragons! This monthly campaign is geared for new and experienced p...

Cancelled
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us for fun and excitement as we pursue victory and plunder across the many worlds and planes of Dungeons and Dragons! This monthly campaign is geared for new and experienced players alike. 

Art Around the World 3: Fiji

All Day 5/7 - 5/11
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Total Wellness Class

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas. Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org....

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Este programa ofrece clases gratuitas e interactivas de una hora por 8 semanas.

Para inscribirte llama ahora al 425-4308 ó envía un correo electrónico a totalwellness@occhd.org. Mayores de 18 años pueden participar.

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
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. ...

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. 

Intermediate Tai Chi

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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. Beginners Tai Chi or previous...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.

Take-Home Tuesday: Ikebana

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Ikebana is the centuries-old Japanese art of arranging flowers. Learn about the history and culture of ikebana, and make your own mini ikebana arrangement with this take-home kit.&...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Ikebana is the centuries-old Japanese art of arranging flowers. Learn about the history and culture of ikebana, and make your own mini ikebana arrangement with this take-home kit. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Technology Tuesday

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come see what fun technology can be! Tech Tuesday starts with a short demonstration of something neat (on computer, phone, or tablet). Topics could include resume formatting, how t...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Come see what fun technology can be! Tech Tuesday starts with a short demonstration of something neat (on computer, phone, or tablet).