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Almonte/Capitol Hill VS Choctaw: E-Sports League

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
It's Almonte/Capitol Hill vs Choctaw in a battle of E-Sports! Bring your friends to team up against the other location.  Join us in June and July as we play with and against each other in variety of cooperative console games. We'll play, talk...

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

Southern Oaks Video Game Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Southern Oaks Game Night!  This game night is for anyone under 18 years of age.  We will have the Wii and some XBox306's.  Adults can browse the library while children enjoy some games we remember playing.  Please join us for a fu...

Adult LEGO Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)*Offline*
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:
Bring your sense of fun and prepare for an evening of playtime as we take on exciting LEGO builds. Becoming an adult does not mean you need to disconnect from your youth! LEGOs and challenges will be provided by the library.   ...

BattleBots

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:
Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Spheros and some surprising supplies. Ages 10 -14, registration required. ...

Teens & Tweens: Gamers Unplugged

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:
Teens & Tweens! Join us the last Thursday of the month for our Gamers Unplugged group. Try out new board and card games, play your faves from GU before or sign up to bring in a personal favorite for everyone to try. Our favorite game experts join us ...

U.S. Citizenship Classes

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:
Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process. Tutors will be available to teach Engli...

Storytime @Trinity

10:00pm - 11:00pm
Almonte Library
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Book Clubs, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Come join us on a journey of playful learning - a special weekly get together created just for little ones and their caregivers. Activities will include music, movement, stories, and playtime adventures for children under 5. A library professional wi...

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

Musictime for Babies

9:00am - 9:45am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

This session is specifically for babies up to age 24 months Each participating child must be registered ...

Musictime for Children (ages 2-5)

10:00am - 10:45am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Each participating child must be registered ...

Musictime

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:
Move and groove with Miss Ginger! Discover the power of music at the library. Research shows that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves their ability to think, create, and express. Come with your child to sing, dance, an...

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. 

Read with a Ranger

10:00am - 11:00am
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:
Join us for a storytime with a National Park Ranger.  ...

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. 

Preschool Time (Ages 3-5)

10:30am - 11:15am
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see! 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.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Mister Puppet

10:30am - 11:30am
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:
Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  Presenting an original, good-old-fashioned, gut-busting puppet show from professional puppeteer Chandler Jackson. Filled with terrible puns, corny jokes, and ridiculous slapstick comedy, "The Mis...

Musictime for Children (ages 2-5)

11:00am - 11:45am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Each participating child must be registered ...

Live Piano in the Atrium

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:
Enjoy beautiful piano playing provided by a wonderful volunteer in our atrium every Monday and Friday from 12pm-1pm. Bring your lunch or grab a bite from Not Your Average Joe's Coffee Shop located right next door.  ...

Summer Meal

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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 PM 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.

Creativity Lab: Video Game Crafts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Get creative on Fridays this summer at the library! This week we're creating amazing video game-themed crafts. Celebrate your love of Mario, Minecraft and beyond by making your own fabulous creations to take home. Supplies provided. Spots are limited...

Perler Beads

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Make a star, a heart or a pre-sorted design out of colorful beads! Come join us to make something fun for the whole family! ...

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Village Library
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. ...

Coffee for the Community

9:00am - 11:30am
Wright Library
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.

Creative Writing Chapbook

7/1 @ 9:00am
to
7/3 @ 9:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:
Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles! ...

July Mindfulness Journal

7/1 @ 9:00am
to
7/3 @ 9:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health!  ...

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:
Let your imagination soar at our toddler craft time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings! ...

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. 

Composting 101

10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
This class will teach you about vermicomposting, a composting method where worms convert food scraps into two of the best amendments on earth: worm castings, a fancy name for worm poop; and worm tea, a liquid fertilizer derived from castings. Attende...