Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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 (7/13)	Mon (7/14)	Tue (7/15)	Wed (7/16)	Thu (7/17)	Fri (7/18)	Sat (7/19)
All Day		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Artist Take-Home Kit All Day 7/14 - 7/18 All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Take home a new kit every week to learn about a new artist and get inspiration for your own creations! Available while supplies last. First come, first served. 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Tuesdays Together 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, 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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more! THIS EVENT OCCURS IN MEETIGN ROOM A. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross 10:00am - 10:45am All Ages, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages, Kids Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy! 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	This event is in the "Adults" group. Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department 10:00am - 11:15am Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active. 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.
11 am							This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. How to Enter the State Fair Creative Arts Contests! 11:00am - 12:00pm Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join the Oklahoma State Fair as we discuss how easy it is to enter Creative Arts Contests!
12 pm
1 pm				This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Create, Craft, & Chat! 1:30pm - 3:30pm Kids, Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!
2 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Vintage Swing Dance Lesson with SwingoutOKC! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Offsite (Bethany) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Come learn how to dance to the swing music of 1930's America. We'll teach you a partnered and solo dance style, so come alone or bring some friends!				This event is in the "Kids" group. Rainbow of Rocks! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color! 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.
3 pm					This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Camp Cuddles-Art Adventure! Stuffed Animal Camp 3:00pm - 8:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Your stuffed animal friend (or other favorite toy) is invited to Art Camp at the Bethany Library! Drop them off Thursday, July 17 between 3pm-8pm and pick them up Thursday July 24th starting at 2 pm.
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. Rocket Readers 4:30pm - 6:00pm Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Event Description: Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.
5 pm
6 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Make & Paint 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: This is a two part program! Week 1: Make 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.