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Due to the Memorial Marathon, the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 27th and at 2:30pm on Sunday, April 28th.

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HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASSES (HSE)

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Del City Library
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.  High School Equivalence (HSE) classes are designed to prepare adults for the HiSET exa...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner English as a Second Language (ESL)

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Warr Acres Library
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 1:00-3:00pm.  English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are designed to help adult...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration 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. Please wear comfortable shoes. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact, dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere...

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.

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

Community Room

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Nicoma Park Library
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....
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Warr Acres Library
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. The ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Night

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:
Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Playing games is also a great way to reduce s...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Makerspace: Egg Drop Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Join us after school for something fun to do and hands-on projects! Craft, create, and connect with others while learning about tech, art, reading, your community, life-skills, and more. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Perler Beads Afterschool

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Design and create your own Perler Bead item or use a pattern to create something awesome!  ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lo-fi Study Hall

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:
Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p. We'll have lo-fi beats on in the background while maintaining a quiet, relaxing atmosphere and providing light refreshmen...
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

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
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. Recommended for grades K-6. Call the library to inquire about pr...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Come join us for chess club here at the Edmond library. Casual play from 4:30 pm -5:30pm. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Beginners welcome! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Reading Buddies & Homework Help (K-5th grade)

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Homework Help
Event Description:

Want to make your reading score soar? Simply read! Reading for just 20 minutes a day is guaranteed to improve your reading skills. Children will have the opportunity to read one-on-one with our community volunteers, play word games, and get excited about reading.

Need help with any other subject? Our volunteers will be happy to help. Can't make it to Homework Help? Make sure to check out our online resource: HelpNow! Visit metrolibrary.org/helpnow for live tutoring on any subject.  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:
Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30pm. Our U.S. Citizenship classes focus on U.S. history, civics, and geography; English language lea...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lofi Study Hall

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:
Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have the perfect place for you! Join us in the Program room at the Northwe...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Maker Meetup

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest. Show off your projects (no intentional explosions!) and see what everyone else is working o...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wood Burning: Earrings

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a pair of earrings.  You'll be able to make you and a friend a pair, or keep bot...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CLC (Community Literacy Center) Adult Basic Education

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:
Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes focus on reading, writing, math, and spelling ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
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.  English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are designed to he...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​    ...

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.

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.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Compost Club- An Evening with Fertile Ground

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Downtown Library
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! Fertile Ground is an OKC worker-owned cooperative, transforming waste into community wealth by repurposing compostable and recyclable materials ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation for Beginners

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. Class meeting time will be a ...

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

9:30am - 11:30am
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:
Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am.  Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes focus on reading, writing, ma...
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Itty Bitty Dance Party

10:00am - 10:45am
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Do you like to move it, move it? Bring your dancing shoes, wear your dancing clothes, and come "shake it all about" to some favorite tunes! For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers. No registration necessary. ...