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Adventures with Cricut: Campfire Mugs

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

A Circut adventure awaits you at the library!  Come learn how to apply a vinyl design to a coffee mug as you make your very own campfire mug! 

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

A Circut adventure awaits you at the library!  Come learn how to apply a vinyl design to a coffee mug as you make your very own campfire mug! 

Weekly Craft Kit

All Day 7/15 - 7/21
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am! Kits available ...

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

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am!

Kits available while supplies last. Limit 2 per family.

 

Rocket Readers

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and com...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

Tuesdays Together-Music Play with Miss Rondia!

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Musictime:

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, ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

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.

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. 

Discovery Backpack Exploration with Oklahoma 4-H

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join Oklahoma 4-H as they dive into our new eco and health literacy backpacks and show you all the fun ways you can explore our backpacks at home! 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join Oklahoma 4-H as they dive into our new eco and health literacy backpacks and show you all the fun ways you can explore our backpacks at home! 

Bethany Critique Group

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, ...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre “Frog and Toad”

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: School-age children  Follow along through four fun-filled seasons with great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad. Waking from hibe...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: School-age children 

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
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...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (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!

Total Wellness / Salud Total

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
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.

Tabletop Adventurers Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A hungry bear? A heroic warrior?

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.

2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference- Virtual Host Site

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you? Come to the library to join the virtual presen...

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

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you?

Tai Chi in the Park

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Outdoors (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for Tai Chi in the Park in the gazebo at the Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the Bethany Library. This traditional Tai Chi class includes 8 forms ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us for Tai Chi in the Park in the gazebo at the Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the Bethany Library.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Weekly Craft Kit

All Day 7/22 - 7/28
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am! Kits available ...

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

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am!

Kits available while supplies last. Limit 2 per family.

 

Rocket Readers

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and com...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

Mini-Figure Make & Paint

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it! July 22: Make. You will use an online software to customize your character and learn...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it!

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.

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Toddler Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

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!

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. 

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Caregiving for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, is one of the most difficult and challenging types of caregiving out t...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

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.

Alice in Wonderland Murder Mystery

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Upon an excavation within a forest round, the lifeless body of Tweedledee was found. All twisted up and twisted down; partly covered with leaves, his tee shirt filled with pepper s...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Upon an excavation within a forest round, the lifeless body of Tweedledee was found. All twisted up and twisted down; partly covered with leaves, his tee shirt filled with pepper stains and jelly on his sleeves.

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: school-age children   The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that change...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: school-age children  

Nutrition Adventure: Snack Packs!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Learn what foods power your body to stay strong and play all day! You'll get to build your own adventure snack pack after a presentation from a child nutrition professional. Ages 5...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Learn what foods power your body to stay strong and play all day! You'll get to build your own adventure snack pack after a presentation from a child nutrition professional. Ages 5-12. Guardians welcome.

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.

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 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.