Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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High School Equivalency Classes (HSE)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

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

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English as a Second Language

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

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

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, April 30, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Room

Wednesday, April 30, 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.

Masterpiece Makers - Van Gogh

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

In Masterpiece Makers, children can discover famous artists and explore their iconic styles through art projects. This month’s featured artist is Vincent Van Gogh!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

In Masterpiece Makers, children can discover famous artists and explore their iconic styles through art projects. This month’s featured artist is Vincent Van Gogh!

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

After School Snack Series

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Be a master chef and make something delicious. Participants will create their very own personalized snack mix from a variety of available ingredients. No registration required. Kids and teens welcome!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Be a master chef and make something delicious. Participants will create their very own personalized snack mix from a variety of available ingredients. No registration required. Kids and teens welcome!

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.

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

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

No registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club for Adults!

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us for a chess club here at the Edmond Library! This is a special meeting for adults to come learn and play. We will do these regularly for the 18+ age group on the 5th Wednesdays throughout the year. Hope to see you there!

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

Come join us for a chess club here at the Edmond Library! This is a special meeting for adults to come learn and play. We will do these regularly for the 18+ age group on the 5th Wednesdays throughout the year. Hope to see you there!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Writing Wednesday

Wednesday, April 30, 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.

The DIY Collective

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Come and bring a craft you're working on and collaborate or share your experience with other like minded crafters.  This is a space to learn, grow, and meet other crafters. 

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

Come and bring a craft you're working on and collaborate or share your experience with other like minded crafters.  This is a space to learn, grow, and meet other crafters. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes, Zoom (ESL)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This online introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This online introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

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.

Pick Up Your Name and Write Your Poetry

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join biographer Betty Blanks as she shares some of Wilma McDaniel's poetry, and her story moving from Oklahoma to California during the Dust Bowl.

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

Join biographer Betty Blanks as she shares some of Wilma McDaniel's poetry, and her story moving from Oklahoma to California during the Dust Bowl.

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

Storytime Under the Stars

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Outdoors (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for magical Wednesday evenings in April at our enchanting planetarium! As we gather beneath a canopy of twinkling stars, let your imagination soar as we read captivating tales.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Outdoors (The Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us for magical Wednesday evenings in April at our enchanting planetarium! As we gather beneath a canopy of twinkling stars, let your imagination soar as we read captivating tales.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

CANCELLED: Origami Cranes Creation

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

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

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

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

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

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

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

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

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

May Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

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

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Box

All Day 5/1 - 5/11
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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.

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.

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Book Bags

All Day 5/1 - 5/23
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bit of Boost - Interactive Display

All Day 5/1 - 5/24
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Whether you're facing school finals, season changes, or balancing life's challenges, a little encouragement can go a long way! Stop by our Take What You Need display, covered in positivity—literally!

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Whether you're facing school finals, season changes, or balancing life's challenges, a little encouragement can go a long way! Stop by our Take What You Need display, covered in positivity—literally!

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.

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