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Smart ways to Pay for College – FAFSA and other Sources of Financial Aid

September 25, 2023
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Family Programs
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.

Ever wonder about where to begin when helping your student plan for higher ed? Worried about the costs and want to avoid the long-term impact of Student Loans? Come to this Teen and Parent friendly night of information ranging from Oklahoma's Prom...

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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

College Essay Help

September 27, 2023
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Writing
Event Description:
Bring your college essay drafts at any stage and receive feedback and support for improving your essays. Even if you haven’t started yet, you can brainstorm and receive help! This workshop will provide meaningful tutoring support and help crafting yo...

Expungement Informational Session with Legal Aid of OK

September 27, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics
Event Description:
Did you know that individuals with a misdemeanor or non-violent felony conviction may be able to get the case expunged? As these convictions can be a barrier to getting and keeping meaningful employment, having these records erased can be life alteri...

Goodwill Mobile Job Connection Center

October 3, 2023
10:30am - 12:30pm
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Onsite (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Event Description:
Calling all job seekers! Goodwill's job skills training is now on the road with the Job Connection Center Mobile unit! Join us at Wright Library to access our mobile computer lab and get help with job searches, completing job applications, resumes...

Life After High School: ACT Prep

October 4, 2023
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Writing
Event Description:
Learn tricks for ACT prep and practice in a supportive and relaxed environment. We will go over test taking strategies, test format, and ways to improve your ACT score.   ...

Goodwill Mobile Job Connection Center

October 5, 2023
11:00am - 2:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Outdoors (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology
Event Description:
Do you or someone you know need help searching for jobs, filling out a job application online, or writing a resume? Come aboard the Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma Mobile Computer Lab for help with these employment services! The Mobile Com...

Babysitting 101/CPR Training (Day 1) _Teens

October 12, 2023
9:00am - 4:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
This Fall Break, the Ralph Ellison Library is having a two-day Babysitting 101 workshop. CPR/First Aid/AED certification is included in the two-day workshop. This class is open to teens, 12-18, and participants will receive certification fr...

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.

Ace the Interview - Interview skills workshop

October 12, 2023
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Okay, you completed the Resume, received a callback and now you're scheduled for an interview but don't know what to expect. We are partnering with Goodwill Industries to provide an Interviewing Workshop. Sign up today to get some techniques&nbs...

Babysitting 101 (Day 2) _ TEENS

October 13, 2023
10:00am - 3:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Babysitters have a responsibility of caring for children and making important decisions while they are in charge. In this second part of the two-day workshop, teens, 12-18, will learn the business of babysitting, how to be responsible for children of...

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.

College Essay Help

October 25, 2023
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Writing
Event Description:
Bring your college essay drafts at any stage and receive feedback and support for improving your essay. Even if you haven’t started yet, you can brainstorm and receive help! This workshop will provide meaningful tutoring support and help crafting you...

Expungement Informational Session with Legal Aid of OK

October 25, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics
Event Description:
Did you know that individuals with a misdemeanor or non-violent felony conviction may be able to get the case expunged? As these convictions can be a barrier to getting and keeping meaningful employment, having these records erased can be life alteri...

How to Adult

October 28, 2023
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:
Feeling like no one has taught you how to adult? Don't panic! The library is here to help. This monthly program will offer lessons on real-world topics you may need as you venture out of high school and into the world of adulthood. Teens and young ad...

Job Fair

November 4, 2023
9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs
Event Description:
Are you looking for a job? The Downtown Library and the Center for Employment Opportunities are teaming up to present a Job Fair on November 4, 2023, from 9:30 AM to Noon. Several employers will be in attendance, including Second Chance employers and...

How to Adult

November 11, 2023
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:
Feeling like no one has taught you how to adult? Don't panic! The library is here to help. This monthly program will offer lessons on real-world topics you may need as you venture out of high school and into the world of adulthood. Teens and young ad...

Life After High School: All About AmeriCorps

November 15, 2023
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Writing
Event Description:
AmeriCorps members serve directly with nonprofit organizations to tackle our nation’s most pressing challenges. In this workshop, we will review part-time and full-time AmeriCorps opportunities, the benefits of serving, and ways to apply.   ...

Hip Hop Dance Class for Teens and Adults

November 16, 2023
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:
Come learn some hip new moves as we hop into the holiday season! Staff from Impact Performing Arts Company, many of whom are members of R.A.C.E. Dance Collective (A Hip Hop Nutcracker), will be offering a DANCE CLASS at the library for teens and adul...

Expungement Informational Session with Legal Aid of OK

November 22, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics
Event Description:
Did you know that individuals with a misdemeanor or non-violent felony conviction may be able to get the case expunged? As these convictions can be a barrier to getting and keeping meaningful employment, having these records erased can be life alteri...

How to Adult

December 9, 2023
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:
Feeling like no one has taught you how to adult? Don't panic! The library is here to help. This monthly program will offer lessons on real-world topics you may need as you venture out of high school and into the world of adulthood. Teens and young ad...

Expungement Informational Session with Legal Aid of OK

December 27, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics
Event Description:
Did you know that individuals with a misdemeanor or non-violent felony conviction may be able to get the case expunged? As these convictions can be a barrier to getting and keeping meaningful employment, having these records erased can be life alteri...