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OKC Fire Department Presents - CPR - Hands Only

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

OKC Fire Department Presents - CPR - Hands Only for anyone aged 11 years and up. Hands only CPR does not use rescue breathing and is more accessible to the general public to learn.

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

OKC Fire Department Presents - CPR - Hands Only for anyone aged 11 years and up. Hands only CPR does not use rescue breathing and is more accessible to the general public to learn.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

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

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Our World : Adults with OKCMOA

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. Participants will explore the emotional and identity-shaping power of color through a variety of materials and creative techniques.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. Participants will explore the emotional and identity-shaping power of color through a variety of materials and creative techniques.

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lunch Bunch Book Club

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Whodunit Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

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

The Art of Philippine Weaving - Teens/Adults

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

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 "Adults" group.

Visible Mending with Oklahoma Contemporary

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Participants will learn how to mend holes in clothing using stitches meant to be seen. Bring one woven (non-stretchy) item with you to mend, like a pair of jeans with a hole. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to mend holes in clothing using stitches meant to be seen. Bring one woven (non-stretchy) item with you to mend, like a pair of jeans with a hole. 

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

License Plate Design-Take Home Kit

07/16/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/23/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Inspired by the powerful text-based works of Oklahoma-based artist, Edgar Heap of Birds, and his exhibit HONOR SONG at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, this activity transforms a blank license plate into a meaningful art piece by s

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

Inspired by the powerful text-based works of Oklahoma-based artist, Edgar Heap of Birds, and his exhibit HONOR SONG at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, this activity transforms a blank license plate into a meaningful art piece by s

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

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

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

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

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

Positive Parenting

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This 6 week interactive class works with parents to build a toolbox full of education, tips, tricks, and strategies for supportive parenting. 

Topics Include: 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

This 6 week interactive class works with parents to build a toolbox full of education, tips, tricks, and strategies for supportive parenting. 

Topics Include: 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Writing Wednesday

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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 "Adults" group.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Do you want to improve your English? Free English classes for the community. You can join our classes at any point.

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

Do you want to improve your English? Free English classes for the community. You can join our classes at any point.

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

Indigenous Gardening

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting Christmas in July

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Come and "chill" out with some Christmas ornament crafts! There will be 4-5 Christmas ornament crafts with supplies and directions provided.

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

Come and "chill" out with some Christmas ornament crafts! There will be 4-5 Christmas ornament crafts with supplies and directions provided.

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

Painting with Wool with Oklahoma Contemporary

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

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

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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

Computer Class: the Basics

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join this free class for a basic introduction to computers, keyboarding, and how to get an email.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join this free class for a basic introduction to computers, keyboarding, and how to get an email.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

It's Okay to be Blue: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Whether due to the death of a loved one or another major life change, grief is the universal response to dealing with loss.  Learn about the five stages of grief and strategies for coping with loss. 

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

Whether due to the death of a loved one or another major life change, grief is the universal response to dealing with loss.  Learn about the five stages of grief and strategies for coping with loss. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Art of Philippine Weaving - Teens/Adults

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

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.

Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.