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 Th., 5/9 and Fr., 5/10.

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Total Wellness

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss program for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone ...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss program 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.

Composting

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover how your everyday household and yard waste can be transformed into garden gold. Whether you live in a house or an apartment: you can compost! Dive into the world of using ...

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

Discover how your everyday household and yard waste can be transformed into garden gold. Whether you live in a house or an apartment: you can compost! Dive into the world of using your waste for good by feeding your plants and healing the earth.

Composting for Kids

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Explore decomposition concepts and how nutrients are cycled in nature with a hands-on worm bin activity! Kasey Meek brings her passion for nature and education into one role as ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Explore decomposition concepts and how nutrients are cycled in nature with a hands-on worm bin activity!

Adventures in Needle-felting with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center. 

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Cont

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

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New Knitters

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community.

Bethany Critique Group

Tuesday, July 30, 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.

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Cars, Planes, and Trains: Let's Play!

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for an hour of come-and-go play with cars, trains, and planes! If you like transportation vehicles, this is the program for you. 

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for an hour of come-and-go play with cars, trains, and planes!

If you like transportation vehicles, this is the program for you. 

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. 

Mindful Skills for Relaxation - Bargello Stitch Can Koozies

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours. This month we will be creating a koozie using plastic canva...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours.

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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. 

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! We will rotate between playtime, storytime, pa...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Bellydance

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Raqs sharqi, or bellydance as it is referred to in the West, is a dance style that comes from the Middle East.  This low-impact class will teach basic bellydance ste...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Raqs sharqi, or bellydance as it is referred to in the West, is a dance style that comes from the Middle East.  This low-impact class will teach basic bellydance steps to get you moving and grooving. 

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.

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USING MEDICATIONS SAFELY - A KEY INGREDIENT TO YOUR HEALTH

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

This program is designed to empower older adults through education to be more active participants in decisions that are made regarding their medications.  The desired outcome ...

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

This program is designed to empower older adults through education to be more active participants in decisions that are made regarding their medications.  The desired outcome is to reduce the likelihood of an older person having a drug relate

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Way Fun Wednesday

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays! Alternating activities will include parachute play, sensory activities, art projects, and good old fashioned playtime!  Sharing in pla...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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. 

Rainbow swirling around a cloud that says Wiggly Wednesday

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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. 

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us in our brand new building as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have ...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join us in our brand new building as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

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. 

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

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! We will rotate between playtime, storytime, pa...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Baby Storytime at the Downtown Library, Wednesdays from 11am-12pm

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, 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. 

Rainbow swirling around a cloud that says Wiggly Wednesdays

Wiggly Wednesdays SIGNUP REQUIRED

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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. 

SUMMER MEAL

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library. Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, July 31, 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.

Summer Camp Crafty-Noon FOR CHILDREN

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided!  This progr...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided! 

This program is for kids/teens. 

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.

Mad Science: Dino Show!

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Big tracks - bigger laughs! Get lost in a world of adventure with extinct creatures from all over the world. This season, Mad Science excavates the boldest, oldest and silliest cre...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Big tracks - bigger laughs! Get lost in a world of adventure with extinct creatures from all over the world. This season, Mad Science excavates the boldest, oldest and silliest creatures through activities and experiments.

Composting for Kids

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us.  Crystal is a pass...

Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us. 

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Children's Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.