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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.

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Share the Love: Making Hats for Infant Crisis Center

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

This 4 week series will teach you how to make knit caps using a loom. The completed caps may be donated to the Infant Crisis Center.  The loom and needle supplies are yours to...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This 4 week series will teach you how to make knit caps using a loom. The completed caps may be donated to the Infant Crisis Center.  The loom and needle supplies are yours to keep!

All supplies provided. Registration Required.

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.

Community Room

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

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 Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
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...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM

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.

Photo by Armin Rimoldi from Pexels

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City. Peruse and checkout available materials, get a library card, or use our computers or free W...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City. Peruse and checkout available materials, get a library card, or use our computers or free Wi-Fi.

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.

Backyard Chickens 101

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Outside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you ever thought about keeping a small flock of chickens in your backyard? Come learn the basics of caring for these fun and friendly pets with local backyard chicken expert, ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outside (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Have you ever thought about keeping a small flock of chickens in your backyard? Come learn the basics of caring for these fun and friendly pets with local backyard chicken expert, Sara Braden.

Crying in H Mart cover: red background with two chopstick sets and noodles

Nonfiction Book Club

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a monthly discussion of knowledgeable narratives and timely topics.  This month, we're reading Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. 

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us for a monthly discussion of knowledgeable narratives and timely topics. 

DHS Resource Help

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim!  This program is a part of TRIAD, a collaborative effort between the Sheriff'...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

Community Room

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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. For adults and teens.

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. For adults and teens.

Compost Club- An Evening with Fertile Ground

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for a workshop and movie screening in partnership with Fertile Ground! Fertile Ground is an OKC worker-owned cooperative, transforming waste into...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for a workshop and movie screening in partnership with Fertile Ground!

Spanish Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home to continue practicing during the week.

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.

Share the Love: Making Hats for Infant Crisis Center

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

This 4 week series will teach you how to make knit caps using a loom. The completed caps may be donated to the Infant Crisis Center.  The loom and needle supplies are yours to...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

This 4 week series will teach you how to make knit caps using a loom. The completed caps may be donated to the Infant Crisis Center.  The loom and needle supplies are yours to keep!

All supplies provided. Registration Required.

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.

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.

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Community Room

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

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 Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Common Enemy: A Screening and Discussion with Rescue Pigs!

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness

DHS Resource Help

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embe...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 1 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!

Create a Memorial Day Remembrance Wreath Take-Home Kit

All Day 5/14 - 5/25
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue In honor of Memorial Day on May 27th create and display a wreath of red poppies to remember military members who died in the service of their co...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue

In honor of Memorial Day on May 27th create and display a wreath of red poppies to remember military members who died in the service of their country.

Disclaimer(s)

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 can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Women's Coffee

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

You won't want to miss this Women's Coffee.  Sponsored by Villages OKC where they are a plan not a place.  Enjoy good conversation, laughter and light refreshments. ...

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

You won't want to miss this Women's Coffee.  Sponsored by Villages OKC where they are a plan not a place.  Enjoy good conversation, laughter and light refreshments.  Tea, Coffee and small snacks will be provided.

Grand Opening Celebration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us for the official grand opening celebration on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony starts at 10 a.m., followed by studio demos featuring a 3-D printer ...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us for the official grand opening celebration on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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

Community Room

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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. For adults and teens.

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. For adults and teens.

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (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: Meeting Room A (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!

One More Chapter

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love reading and discussing books?  Then come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.  We will be discussing ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community & Civics
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you love reading and discussing books?  Then come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.  We will be discussing all genres. 

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.

Spanish Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home to continue practicing during the week.

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.