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Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

Quilting & Crafting

11:00am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

Woodcarving 101

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Northwest Library for an introductory woodcarving workshop designed for adults with no prior experience.

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.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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. 

Children Reading to Dogs

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Registration Required
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

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. 

Picasso Face Sculptures with Danielle Dodson

6:00pm–7:30pm
Kids
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Kids 7-12 will have the chance to create a Pablo Picasso-inspired face using cardboard, construction paper, markers, oil pastels, and embellishments!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Homeschool Parent Chats by the Fireplace

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

These encouraging sessions for both current and prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 7 pm next to the Warr Acres Fireplace.

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this bi-weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

Back to School Take Home Kit

All Day 8/5–8/12
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

School is almost back in session! Grab this take home kit to get you ready for the start of an excellent year. Each kit will come with supplies, crafts, and activities to get you excited for school. 

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 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!

DIY College Prep Take-Home Kit

All Day 8/5–8/19
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

The college admissions process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Join us to learn about test prep, choosing a college, financial aid and scholarships, or the application process. Programs will offer advice from experts. Our librarians will be on hand to demonstrate the library’s free resources and help you on your journey.

Build your own college preparation kit with the materials provided.

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

OKC County Health Department @ Downtown Library

9:00am–4:30pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 1st Floor Programming (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Need to talk to a Community Health Worker?

A Community Health Worker will be available at the Downtown Library to assist you! They can help connect you with:

Storytime (Birth-PreK)

9:30am–10:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

9:30am–10:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all infants 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. 

Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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. 

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for storytime at the Del City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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. 

Tie Dye Bombs

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Kids ages 5-12 will learn about color theory and how to dye their own apparel with tie dye bombs! 

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. 

Storytime (Birth-PreK)

10:30am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

10:30am–11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
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. 

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Teen D&D

2:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the Choctaw Library. Newbies, novices, and experts welcome.

Cozy Mystery Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of August we each choose ONE book from the Pies Before Guys Mysteries by Misha Popp to discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Groups of 10 or more are requested to call (405) 231-8650.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.