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.

Notice:

Due to maintenance work, the Midwest City library will be closed Thursday, 05/09, and is scheduled to re-open on Friday at 9AM.

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
Location
Location
Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Full STEAM Ahead! MAD SCIENCE

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Full STEAM Ahead! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Introducing Mad Science!

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Full STEAM Ahead! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

Introducing Mad Science!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see.&n...

Event Description:

Open to all teens aged 12-18. You will receive a link to the volunteer application so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

Open to all teens aged 12-18. You will receive a link to the volunteer application so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Event Description:

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Knitty Committee

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit? Join us as you finish your current project, or simply bring yarn and needles and we will help you get started! The recommended yarn ...

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

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Basics of Personal Finance

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

From managing daily expenses to investing for retirement, this session helps participants set personal finance goals, learn the basics of smart money management, and build a solid ...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

From managing daily expenses to investing for retirement, this session helps participants set personal finance goals, learn the basics of smart money management, and build a solid financial foundation for the future.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELLED Dungeons and Dragons (Adults)

Monday, May 13, 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Take & Make Lit Kit

All Day
Online + Curbside (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or High School Sequoyah list. Supplies are limited.

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 "All Ages" group.

Water Bottle Stickers Take-Home Kit

All Day
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Remind yourself to drink more water with this take-home kit! Kit contains a water bottle, stickers to put on the water bottle, information about the importance of hydration, and a ...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Remind yourself to drink more water with this take-home kit! Kit contains a water bottle, stickers to put on the water bottle, information about the importance of hydration, and a resource list. No registration-- first come, first serve.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Firefly Glimmer Jar Take-Home Kit

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you have fond childhood memories of catching fireflies in a jar? Would you like a jar lit up with little glimmers of light (without catching living insects)? Revisit the magic o...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Do you have fond childhood memories of catching fireflies in a jar? Would you like a jar lit up with little glimmers of light (without catching living insects)?

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Technology Tuesday

Tuesday, May 14, 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: 9
Event Description:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Village Book Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village 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:

On May 16, we will be discussing "The Night Shift" by Alex Finlay.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
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.

On May 16, we will be discussing "The Night Shift" by Alex Finlay.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Event Description:

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELLED Dungeons and Dragons (Adults)

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Technology Tuesday

Tuesday, May 21, 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: 9
Event Description:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nutrition for Bone Health with Natural Grocers

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

It's never too late to build bone health! (Men too!) Support lifelong bone health by knowing how to get all the nutrients your bones need through food and targeted, evidence-bas...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Zoom (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

It's never too late to build bone health! (Men too!)

Support lifelong bone health by knowing how to get all the nutrients your bones need through food and targeted, evidence-based supplements.

 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Event Description:

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Exploring Herbs & Healthy Drinks

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

This beginners class will discuss common herbs that you can use to make various drinks for kids! Hot and cold teas, herbal-rade, fruit drinks and more! Gabrielle Reyes is a moth...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

This beginners class will discuss common herbs that you can use to make various drinks for kids! Hot and cold teas, herbal-rade, fruit drinks and more!

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Branches:
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Library Closed

All Day
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Technology Tuesday

Tuesday, May 28, 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: 9
Event Description:

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