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Anti-Dragon Defense Systems with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Defend yourself from a horde of ferocious dragons in this engineering-based program for children. Create, build, and test your own anti-dragon defense system against a variety of d...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Defend yourself from a horde of ferocious dragons in this engineering-based program for children. Create, build, and test your own anti-dragon defense system against a variety of dragon hides.

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.

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Kid Crafts for Grown-ups

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you ever see the kids in your life come home with a cool art project and miss the time when you got to make cool art projects? Well they don't get to have all the fun! Join us f...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you ever see the kids in your life come home with a cool art project and miss the time when you got to make cool art projects? Well they don't get to have all the fun!

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.

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre - Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children   An elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best, best, "bestest" friends, but Gerald worries that something co...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Would You Survive? with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Test your instincts against a perilous adventure of the type only found in stories. This otherworldly program will be a combination of games, survival tasks, and other adventurous ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

Test your instincts against a perilous adventure of the type only found in stories. This otherworldly program will be a combination of games, survival tasks, and other adventurous fun.

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.

Southern Oaks Book Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks 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...

Event Description:

New members are always welcome! Stop by the Information Service Desk to pick up our current book selection. Our meetings are recurring and take place the second Tuesday of each mon...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

New members are always welcome! Stop by the Information Service Desk to pick up our current book selection. Our meetings are recurring and take place the second Tuesday of each month.

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Southern Oaks Video Game Night Summer Reading Edition

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Event Description:

Southern Oaks Game Night! This game night is a special Summer Break Edition for anyone 18 years and under and/or attending school. Adults can browse the library while children enjo...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Southern Oaks Game Night! This game night is a special Summer Break Edition for anyone 18 years and under and/or attending school.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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 grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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.

Inflammation 101

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover the good, the bad and the ugly sides of inflammation. Although chronic inflammation may go unnoticed, there are diet, lifestyle, and environmental choices you can make in ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Discover the good, the bad and the ugly sides of inflammation.

Bullying Prevention

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

No one wants to be a bully! Learn how to help prevent behaviors that actively or passively encourage bullying. Practice skills that help diffuse common situations you may face and ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

No one wants to be a bully! Learn how to help prevent behaviors that actively or passively encourage bullying. Practice skills that help diffuse common situations you may face and know how you can stand up for yourself and others. 

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Juneteenth Movie Night!

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This months Movie Night! is inspired by the Juneteenth Holiday. A holiday to celebrate and commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.   We will be watc...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

This months Movie Night! is inspired by the Juneteenth Holiday. A holiday to celebrate and commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.  

Sensory Scavenger hunt with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Explore with all five of your senses in this fully hands-on program where you will navigate through different stations to complete the sensory scavenger hunt and be named Adventure...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Description:

Explore with all five of your senses in this fully hands-on program where you will navigate through different stations to complete the sensory scavenger hunt and be named Adventurer of the Summer! 

Ages: 1-5

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. 

History of Juneteenth with Phillip Tolbert

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about the complicated history of Juneteenth with researcher and librarian, Phillip Tolbert.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Description:

Learn about the complicated history of Juneteenth with researcher and librarian, Phillip Tolbert.

Celebrate Juneteenth

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Southern Oaks Library! Children can attend a special Storytime provided by Thick Descriptions in the children's area. Attend a Poetry Reading provided by po...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Southern Oaks Library! Children can attend a special Storytime provided by Thick Descriptions in the children's area. Attend a Poetry Reading provided by poets from the Society of Urban Poets in Oklahoma City.

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Summer Movie Adventures!

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventure Movie Sunday's continue with some of the smartest, bravest women of the 1960's! Join us on June 16th starting at 2pm, as we watch the struggle and journey taken by 3 f...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Adventure Movie Sunday's continue with some of the smartest, bravest women of the 1960's!

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: school-age children  OKC Improv presents a show full of games and hilarity each time they perform, but they can only do it with help from the audience! Audience...

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

Target Age: school-age children 

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DIY Survival Kits

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventures can be exciting! Let's make sure we prepare well for it. Join us on June 20th at 3pm for our DIY Survival Kit program. All participants will be able to create their...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Adventures can be exciting! Let's make sure we prepare well for it. Join us on June 20th at 3pm for our DIY Survival Kit program. All participants will be able to create their very own survival kit with the various items available.

The Case of the Cult of Awgdoeodd Science Museum of Oklahoma

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Prepare to be spooked and have your wits and logic put to the test in this horror adventure game full of challenges inspired by STEM and real-world forensic techniques. Bring your ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Prepare to be spooked and have your wits and logic put to the test in this horror adventure game full of challenges inspired by STEM and real-world forensic techniques.

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.

Summer Solstice Kit

All Day 6/21 - 6/27
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

It's time to celebrate summer! These kits include summertime activities, and information about the season and the longest day of the year.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

It's time to celebrate summer! These kits include summertime activities, and information about the season and the longest day of the year.

Parachute Play

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Parachute Play:

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as following directions, socializing with others, building vocabulary, and engaging in big body play that uses large and dynamic movement. Parachute play may be paired with props, songs, and books. 

Create your own Small Water Garden

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Did you know some plants can grow without any soil at all? Create your own small water ivy garden in this hands on program. All supplies provided. Sign up today as space is limi...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Did you know some plants can grow without any soil at all? Create your own small water ivy garden in this hands on program. All supplies provided.

Sign up today as space is limited.

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The Amazing Race Family Scavenger Hunt!

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us as we embark on an adventure in the library based on The Amazing Race! 

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us as we embark on an adventure in the library based on The Amazing Race! 

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children  Alegria Real, where music dances free,  Meet the duo, in perfect harmony.  Their magical groove, an en...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children 

Vaping Prevention

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco products among teens. Come find out why they are so addictive and how advertising tricks are used to reach a youth audience. Underst...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco products among teens. Come find out why they are so addictive and how advertising tricks are used to reach a youth audience.