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Makerspace Crafternoon

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Makerspace (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Make and Takes:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: The Makerspace (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Caregivers Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This workshop will provide caregivers with important information about dementia, how to recognize the warning signs of dementia, and different things caregivers can do to help fight the disease.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This workshop will provide caregivers with important information about dementia, how to recognize the warning signs of dementia, and different things caregivers can do to help fight the disease.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Thursday Sunset Yoga

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Let the stress of the day melt away by joining us for sunset yoga. This class is a combination of meditation and gentle, restorative movements. No prior yoga experience is necessary. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let the stress of the day melt away by joining us for sunset yoga. This class is a combination of meditation and gentle, restorative movements. No prior yoga experience is necessary. 

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Artificial Intelligence Seminar & Demos

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in learning more about Artificial Intelligence and AI programs? Neal Hettinger, OCCC professor and local author, is offering an AI seminar at your local library.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Are you interested in learning more about Artificial Intelligence and AI programs? Neal Hettinger, OCCC professor and local author, is offering an AI seminar at your local library.

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

Take-Home Sustainable Period Kit

All Day
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Did you know September is Environmental Awareness Month? It’s the perfect time to try something new while helping the planet!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Did you know September is Environmental Awareness Month? It’s the perfect time to try something new while helping the planet!

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

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

Community Room

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

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

September Origami Tiger Challenge

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

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

Citizenship Classes with OIC CANCELLED

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

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

The Write Spot

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The Write Spot is your dedicated time and space to focus on your writing in a supportive community. 

The first hour will be a lesson/discussion about a writing topic with an author, editor or local industry professional. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Event Description:

The Write Spot is your dedicated time and space to focus on your writing in a supportive community. 

The first hour will be a lesson/discussion about a writing topic with an author, editor or local industry professional. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Probate & Estate Planning

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in learning more about probate and estate planning? Rachel Morefield, a local attorney, is offering a probate and estate planning workshop at your local library.

Breakdown of the workshop:

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Are you interested in learning more about probate and estate planning? Rachel Morefield, a local attorney, is offering a probate and estate planning workshop at your local library.

Breakdown of the workshop:

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

Intro to Camping

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

What better way to enjoy fall than the great outdoors!? Come learn the basics of camping with wilderness skills guide, Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

What better way to enjoy fall than the great outdoors!? Come learn the basics of camping with wilderness skills guide, Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

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

Book Bunch Book Club

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Clubs:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjo...

This month's book club meeting we're discussing: "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck. Visit the library or call us to reserve previous book club titles today!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

This month's book club meeting we're discussing: "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck. Visit the library or call us to reserve previous book club titles today!

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Space

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bargello Bookmarks

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

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

The Paranormal Files-Event # 1-Cryptids of Oklahoma

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

"All hail the cryptids of OKLAHOMA! They’ve got a few Bigfoots and thunderbirds, a ravenous octopus, and of course the legendary avenger the Deer Woman!"-Monica Gallagher

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

"All hail the cryptids of OKLAHOMA! They’ve got a few Bigfoots and thunderbirds, a ravenous octopus, and of course the legendary avenger the Deer Woman!"-Monica Gallagher

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

Yoga

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for all level Yoga classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for all level Yoga classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Page Turners

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 2

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Adventurers Wanted for Dungeons & Dragons at the Ralph Ellison Library!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adventurers Wanted for Dungeons & Dragons at the Ralph Ellison Library!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Creative Writing Sunday

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

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

DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

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

Spice Chronicles Ch 9: Chaat Masala

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.