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Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (2/02)	Mon (2/03)	Tue (2/04)	Wed (2/05)	Thu (2/06)	Fri (2/07)	Sat (2/08)
All Day		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest 2025 All Day 2/3–3/7 Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Writing Event Description: The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.
1 pm							This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Cancelled- How to Play Magic the Gathering 1:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Join us at the Ralph Ellison Library to learn how to play the fantasy card game Magic The Gathering! You will have the chance to sort cards, build a deck, and play a match.
2 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Teen D&D 2:30pm–4:30pm Teens Choctaw Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
3 pm					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 Kids, Teens, Adults Jones Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group Maker Tuesday 4:30pm–5:30pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.		This event is in the "Teens" group Video Games 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming 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!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Chess Club 4:00pm–5:30pm All Ages The Village Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Dungeons and Dragons 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens Del City Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided. This program is for all teens ages 12-18.				This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Southern Oaks Chess Club 5:00pm–6:00pm All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!
6 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group All Ages LEGO Build - Fabulous February Hearts and Flowers 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages Warr Acres Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Get together with your friends and family to build a Fabulous February full of flowery and valentine heart inspired creations.		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult D&D 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Dungeons and Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Choctaw Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM Event Description: Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D! This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Game Night 6:30pm–8:00pm Teens Del City Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!