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New info Sometimes it seems as if everyone has a website. Even England’s Official Monster Raving Loony Party (an actual political party) has an official website. So does the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster, whose followers are known as “Pastafarians.”

We can’t reach such rarified heights of silliness—we don’t even try—but the Metropolitan Library System

does have its own website and in this issue of info we’ll let you know about a couple of ways it can be useful to you. Check it out.

And so you won’t think that weird political parties and pseudo-religions have locked science out of the goofy website business, there’s one for high school seniors, the only people eligible for the Chick and Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest annual scholarship.

Whew. Happy holidays to you, too!

Something Special

Noon Tunes pg. 17 The Oklahoma Room pg. 21 Careers With The Metropolitan Library System Pg. 26

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MLS Executive Director Donna Morris

Designer Rick George Contributing Writers Christine Bassett Phyllis Davidson Jana Hausburg Kelley Riha

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Oklahoma Images

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Looking for something different to read, watch, or listen to?

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Meet David L. Phelps, the sculptor who will be creating a major work of public art for the newly renovated Ralph Ellison Library.

A New Way to Give Look for new designs and easier ways to support your library online at the Friends of the Library and Library Endowment Trust web pages.

Around the System: Oklahoma Images Online

Our libraries are mostly brick and mortar, but we have some digital offerings, too.

Calendar of Events Every MLS programming event listed in one place. All you need to know about the people, times, and places of this month’s library activities.

On the Cover Happy holidays from your friends at the Metropolitan Library System.

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Oklahoma Images

Peace on Earth­th at N. Rockwell & 36

by Larry Johnson

Nestled in a thick grove of post oaks descended from the old Council Grove is the cozy looking former site of Our Lady of Victory Home and Clinic. Built in 1953, the “Lady Vic” served as a dormitory and hospital for unwed mothers at NW 36th and Rockwell.

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atholic Charities originally cared for unwed

nursery with the infants before they were adopted or

blocks north of Our Lady of Victory on

possibly the least prepared to understand the emotional

mothers at St. Joseph´s Orphanage just three NW 39th. It was built on church land in 1910 along

the Interurban rail line to El Reno. However, by 1926 there was

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and expectant mothers and for the next

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were boarded in private homes throughout the city. By 1937 the former home of Capt. Daniel Stiles passed

into possession of the church and Our Lady of Victory

transferred to the orphanage. I was the youngest, and consequences of one day walking away, leaving these little ones, and the one I´d never see. I can say that

even in our anonymity, we made a small sorority. Some of the older girls watched out for me. They taught me how to play canasta. They helped me celebrate my

fourteenth birthday. I look at this picture and I like to think of a happy couple driving up to the door with

hearts like open irises, ready to carry their new child

to a real home, to a bouquet of birthdays and holidays.

I look at the building and think of the children and I wonder if all the children found a home, a real home without secrets.”

This December, whatever your religious inclination,

Nursery and Maternity Clinic was established in that

remember that a lot of your fellow citizens could use

for 847 mothers and delivered 1251 babies. The new

if you simply

large Victorian home (at 611 NE 8th). The home cared clinic was dedicated in June of 1953 and provided

facilities for 22 maternity cases and 32 infants. Those

who were not immediately adopted later moved three

blocks north to St. Joseph´s Orphanage. A staff of four Felician Sisters operated the facility until it closed in 1972.

Jane Taylor, a former resident of “Lady Vic,”

remembers, “I spent the spring and summer of 1960 at the Home in the company of pregnant girls of all

ages and backgrounds. Catholic Charities provided us a place of refuge and a surrogate community of sorts where we all hid under pseudonyms. We were given day-assignments to keep us busy. I worked in the

some help. Even help those who

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share; loving kindness, warm hearts, and a stretched

out hand of tolerance – all the shining gifts that make peace on earth.”

Larry “Buddy” Johnson has been with MLS since 1998. Not only a librarian at the Downtown Library, he is the brilliant mind behind the Oklahoma Images database which is a collection of pictures and essays that illustrate the history of central Oklahoma.

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The Christmas Secret

by Alexander Donna VanLiere Being late for work can get you fired, even if it’s because you were saving someone’s life. For a single mother, whose petty ex-husband refuses to pay child support, that is a big problem, especially at Christmas time. Fortunately, Christine Eisley finds a new job with a boss who is as nice as the spicy bakery treats she sells, but while Christine is serving up sweets at the bakery, someone is diligently seeking her.

Jason Haybert is working in his grandfather’s store until he can find the accounting job he really wants. Grandfather Wilson is a demanding boss who expects Jason to learn about all the employees in his store, and he withholds Jason’s paycheck until he can name them all. Then he assigns Jason the task of finding the mysterious Christy who saved the life of his bookkeeper.

reviewed by Phyllis Davidson When Jason comes to the bakery looking for Christy, she thinks her ex-husband sent him to spy on her. Even though she finds him very attractive, she does everything she can to throw him off her trail. Meanwhile, she begins to find hope again with the help of newly-found friends and mysterious strangers. When Christine and Jason finally learn the truth about each other, everything gets tied up like a big, beautiful Christmas bow.

You’ll enjoy discovering The Christmas Secret.

This title is also available as a compact disc sound recording.

Phyllis Davidson is a reference librarian at the Downtown Library. She is the editor of a family newsletter, teaches genealogy classes to customers at the library, and delves into her own family history outside the library walls.

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The Addams Family

by Charles Addams and H. Kevin Miserocchi It’s a heart-warming scene in a single panel cartoon of a dad building something with his kids.

The children are detailing a medieval torture device while their father enthuses, “You’ll see, chicks, that half the fun is making it yourself.” The other half of the fun is left to your imagination.

Yes, it’s New Yorker cartoonist Charles Addams with one of his patented reversal of normalcy drawings of Gomez being a good father. In another cozy scene, just right for this time of year, the children are building a tremendous blaze in the fireplace. As their parents peek into the room, Gomez whispers to Morticia, “The little dears!

They still believe in Santa Claus.”

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reviewed by Doug Bentin This outre comedy can be found in a new collection of some of Addams’ best work. H. Kevin Miserocchi adds some connective text describing the original Addams Family and comparing their characteristics to those concocted by TV and film interpreters. The originals, as you might guess, are much more macabre.

Anyone with a twisted sense of humor will enjoy paying a call on the Addams Family after all these years, and the book makes the perfect holiday gift for that special creepy uncle in your life.

Doug Bentin also reviews movies for The Oklahoma Gazette.

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The Red Queen

by Philippa Gregory

reviewed by Christine Bassett

The successful author of the historical novel The Other Boleyn Girl has now published the first two parts of a prequel set during the time of The Wars of the Roses between the Houses of York and Lancaster. Set in the later part of the fifteenth century the wars, so called after the colored roses that the supporters wore, were really wars of succession between the Dukes of York (white) and Lancaster (red) after the death of Edward III. The first part of Gregory’s trilogy focused on the war from the perspective of the white Queen, or Elizabeth Woodville the wife of Edward IV Duke of York and the mother of the famous princes in the tower. The red Queen is Lancastrian Margaret Beaufort, wife of Edmund Tudor and mother of Henry Tudor, founder of the Tudor dynasty, and this second book relates the same events as the first from the perspective of the other Queen. Margaret is an ambitious woman who tries to undermine support for the House of York through subterfuge and trickery and ensure that her son Henry becomes

King by collaborating with Queen Elizabeth Woodville in arranging a marriage between Henry and her daughter, Elizabeth, thus ending the Wars of The Roses.

Deftly combining history with fiction, Gregory skillfully portrays the period of war and instability in 15th century England and shows how the two Queens both achieved their goals using different skills to manipulate those around them, rather like pieces on a chess board. Elizabeth charmed and beguiled whereas Margaret used cunning and deceit. Readers fascinated with the story of the princes in the tower will also enjoy finding out more about the unsolved mystery. The third part of the trilogy will focus on Henry VII’s Queen. *Check out www.philippagregory.com for more background information.

Christine Bassett has worked for the MLS for nearly 10 years.

She currently works as a reference librarian at Belle Isle and is a volunteer community literacy tutor in her spare time.

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Modern Aspirations Poems by Gerald Locklin; short stories by Beth Wilson

reviewed by Jana Hausburg

I like poetry and even write a poem from time to time. But I feel completely unqualified to review poetry which is why I’m going to skip over the first part of this book and dive right into the second.

Beth Wilson, reference librarian at Midwest City, has published a collection of short stories drawn right from Oklahoma. Sometimes stark but always down-to-earth, many of the stories take place in and around a trailer park. In “Personal Loans”, a single mom has an affair with a married man, a man her mother warns her won’t stick around. “Queen of Cups” focuses on an uncomfortable dream and the

possibilities of reincarnation, while “East of Enid” ends a trilogy of stories about Michael, a boy who has grown up with minimal parenting and seems set on making a disastrous decision.

For inspiration, Wilson says she “uses her own observations and experiences from the Heartland, as well as stories she gathers from her husband and friends.”

Jana Hausburg is a reference librarian at the Downtown Library. She is also the author of It Wasn’t Much.

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by John Verdon It’s November and snowing in upstate New York where self-help guru Mark Mellery receives threatening letters containing ominous poems. He hires retired Detective Dave Gurney to figure out what is behind the odd letters. Stranger yet, the mysterious poet appears to be able to read Mellery’s mind. The guru is told in his first letter to think of a number and Mellery thinks of the first number that comes into his head - it is 658. Inside a second envelope the creepy poet sent, is the number 658.

“But how could he possibly know,” Mellery asks Gurney, “that that was the number – unless he really is reading my mind?”

Mellery cannot go to the police because he fears he has done something criminal during alcoholic

reviewed by Nancy Lytle blackouts during an earlier period of his life.

The retired detective craves the challenge of solving a difficult mystery – a mystery that evolves into a hideous crime.

Soon the elusive poet is elevated to serial killer status. Gurney, who knows all the characteristics of different serial killers and is very adept at solving murders, hits a roadblock. None of the clues make sense. Gurney finds he’s dealing with the cleverest criminal he’s ever been up against.

This title is also available as compact disc audiobook.

Nancy Lytle is a communication specialist for the Metropolitan Library System.

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The Visual Dictionary

by Simon Beecroft Currently #1 on the NYT Best Seller List for youth books, the Lego Star Wars Visual Dictionary is an intricate walk through a decade of Star Warsthemed Lego sets for kids of all ages. Author Simon Beecroft said in an online interview, “It’s the most amazing thing, but I can’t really explain it. Maybe because they (Legos and Star Wars) both work so well on many levels; they both appeal to kids and older people, and adults, all of whom take from it what they want to.”

Lego Star Wars Visual Dictionary is targeted for ages seven and older. However, collectors or fans of every age will want to take a look. It gives everything from the date of creation for each piece, to the number of pieces it came with. Want to know the original part number? Not to worry– that information is listed as well. Plus, the heavily detailed descriptions, captions and pictures will 8 n info METROPOLITAN LIBRARY SYSTEM magazine n December 2010

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reviewed by Kelley Riha have you pouring over the book for hours on end.

The Brickset website summarizes: “The first chapter Movie Saga makes up the bulk of the book and is arranged by topic. There’s a page of Anakin Skywalker, Jedi Knights, Wookies, and Bounty Hunters. Each illustrates relevant sets and mini figures. The second chapter is much the same but covers the Clone Wars figures and sets. The Specialist Sets chapter covers mini sets, Technic and Ultimate Collector sets... throughout the book, the bottom corners feature ‘flick animations’ of Luke waving his light sabre and marching Storm Troopers.”

In Yoda’s words, “Read you should” and may the fun be with you.

Kelley Riha is Community Information Coordinator in the MLS Outreach Dept. She is a long-time performer for children and reviews books written for the youngest readers.

Art For Everyone he last phase of the Ralph Ellison Library renovation

project is about to commence. Esteemed sculptor David Phelps, of Norman, has been commissioned to create a

major work of public art for the library. He will begin work soon.

To provide an introduction to the artist, we chatted with David

recently. Here’s what he had to say about living and working in Oklahoma, his new library project, and public art in general.

Info: Tell us a little about the project you will create for the library.

David: Two different friends e-mailed me the prospectus for this project. When I looked at it, I had a good feeling about how the project could mesh with the way I approach my artwork.

The piece will consist of fabricated steel, cast bronze, porcelain,

and aluminum sheet.

The sculpture will consist of a triple life

Info: We normally think of people traveling from Oklahoma to

size Royal typewriter (a model that Ralph

in Norman. What about OU attracted you?

Ellison books. The first page of Invisible

California but you reversed that stereotype to attend grad school David: It’s a long story but my art history professor in Stockton, CA, had formerly taught at St. Gregory’s in Shawnee.

Someone he knew recruited me for the Graduate Program at OU.

I had essentially never been east of Lake

Tahoe, so had no concept of Oklahoma

other than that supplied by Steinbeck. I drove out to Norman in early January.

I don’t remember having any plans about where I wanted to

settle. But I grew to like living in Oklahoma and by the time I

got out of Graduate School, and things were going well with my art career, I felt strongly that Oklahoma

was where I wanted to be. It was centrally located and since I was creating big

sculptures that needed to be transported it seemed smart to be in the middle of

the country. I could afford the size studio I needed to do large work and found it

hard to imagine being able to do that anywhere else I would want to live. I made friends here and without realizing it, Oklahoma became home.

Ellison used) on top of a stack of published Man will be in the typewriter; as if Ellison were typing it. A concave relief image of

Ralph Ellison will be carved out of the page. This image appears to twist and follow anyone walking past the sculpture. Floating above the typewriter will be two additional triple life sized

typewritten pages. An area on top of the fabricated steel books and beside the typewriter will provide a space for actual Ralph

Ellison Library books that can be checked out by library patrons.

Info: What is the value of public art?

David: Public art accomplishes several things. It helps foster a

more beautiful environment. This is subtle, and easy to miss when

it’s not there, but when it is there, people feel better. A community that cares about aesthetics is a plus for most good companies looking to build or relocate.

It can serve an educational role. This piece certainly does that.

Artwork in general is expensive. My private pieces typically

are afforded only by fairly well off people. Public Art allows for

people other than the well off to experience and benefit from fine art.

To find out more about the work of David L Phelps, visit his

website: http://web.mac.com/phelpssculpture

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A New Way to Give Cutting edge is the name of the game with the MLS website. You’ve probably already noticed some significant changes in the look and content of the main MLS page, but dig a little deeper—go to supportmls.org, and you’ll find even more surprises.

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or quite a while now library supporters have been able to go to the Friends of the Library section of the MLS website and pay their membership dues online through a third party funds administrator.

Now, the Friends are changing the way this service works -- you can not only take care of your membership fee online but the data you generate will go automatically into your secure user profile. You can even purchase a gift membership for that special someone in your life and a card will be sent letting that person know you were thinking of him or her.

“The Friends of the Library web pages have been given a new look while becoming more user friendly at the same time,” said Siobhan Morava, the MLS Development Coordinator for Community Organizations. “The Friends even have their own Facebook link, which will expand the meaning of ‘friend’ of the library.”

Perhaps even more exciting are the changes in store for the Library Endowment Trust pages. For the first time, those wishing to support the library through the Endowment Trust will be able to donate online.

“In the past,” said Chris Carroll, MLS Development Coordinator-Trusts, “Donors had to go to the old website and print off forms and then mail or hand-deliver them to our office. With the new system, donating is made a whole lot easier.”

Plus, you can take a look at your history of giving to the library, and the information you need in order to take advantage of the tax benefits available to you is right there.

“Gifts to the Endowment Trust can be made in memory of a departed friend or loved one, or to honor and celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion,” he added, and then pointed out that up to date information about the annual Literary Voices™ event featuring Laura W. Bush in 2011 is also available all at the same place.

As always, you can access these new web pages through the MLS website, but you can now go directly there as well by going to supportmls.org and click on Donate to the Endowment.

The new Friends and Endowment Trust web pages are the hub for supporting the library in non-traditional ways. Roll up and take a look!

Oklahoma Images Online We were starting to warm up with Centennial Fever in late 2006 as the 100th year of Oklahoma statehood was just around the corner. We wanted to do something special for the occasion, something that would be of interest all through 2007 and continue to be of value long afterward. When we realized that we already had in place the basis of an ongoing historical series, the wheels of creativity started rolling.

People had been enjoying our online Oklahoma Images collection for years—info readers still enjoy it every month as it provides the foundation on which Larry Johnson constructs his monthly Oklahoma Images essays—but we wanted to find a way to bring the stories behind the photos to life.

We welcomed the collaboration of former Governor George Nigh, and later historian Bob Burke, and we created a series of taped segments to tell stories from Oklahoma’s unique history.

Did you know that those short pieces are still available for viewing through our website, www.metrolibrary.org? From the home page, go to the Media tab at the top of the page, then click on “Videos About Oklahoma Images” or “Oklahoma Moments,” and you’re ready to watch and listen. If you turn first to Oklahoma Images in our magazine each month, we know you’ll have some fun.

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To see the latest information about library programs and events, please click on Calendar of Events on the MLS website: www.metrolibrary.org

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For questions and to register, come to the class.

GED Classes @ Belle Isle Library Dec 3,10,17 | Fri 9:30a-12:30p Ages 16 and older Attend free GED classes on Friday at the Belle Isle Library. Review English, social studies, science and math skills in preparation for the GED test. Materials are provided. Attend the class to enroll. Cosponsor: Oklahoma City Public Schools Adult Learning Center.

Service Corps of Retired Executives Dec 4,18 | Sat | 9a-Noon Adults If you are interested in starting a new business or are a business owner in need of assistance,

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MLS Libraries will be closed December 24, 25, 26 and 31 in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s season.

counseling is available the first and third Saturday of the month. The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) will offer free confidential assistance for potential small business owners. Sign up at the Reference Desk for an appointment. Cosponsor: Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).

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Phil Mitchell Jazz Group for the Holidays Dec 5 | Sun | 2-3p All ages

Join Phil Mitchell and his jazz ensemble, Mitch’s Brew, as they perform holiday and other standards.

Children Reading to Dogs Dec 6,13,20 | Mon 6-7:30 Children who can read Come and read to a dog! Readers can come to practice and improve their reading skills. The dogs with their owners act as an uncritical, appreciative audience with excellent listening skills! Bring your own book or borrow one from us.

and examples of charity knitting projects. For questions about the group, call 793-1566 or e-mail at lluse@aol.com.

Mucky Pup’s Christmas Dec 15 | Wed | 10-11a Pre-kindergarten Christmas mischief is caused by animals like puppies. Listen to some stories and follow with playtime and an activity. Preregistration begins on Dec. 1st.

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What Is Behind Those Powerful Emotions?

A Lecture From the School of Metaphysics Dec 6 | Mon | 7-8p Ages 12 and older Behind every emotion is a thought. Are your thoughts aiding you or holding you back?

Learn how your emotions work so you can better understand and direct them for a more peaceful life. Sign up at the reference desk for this enlightening, free discussion. Cosponsor: OKC School of Metaphysics.

Holiday Story Time Dec 2 | Thur | 10-10:45a Ages 3 to 6 Enjoy stories, songs, a game of Dreidel and holiday refreshments. Pre-register at the library information desk or call 789-8363, ext. 3.

Metro OKC Knit Guild Group Meeting Dec 12 | Sun | 3-5p Teens-Adults The Metro OKC Knit Guild group is meeting at Belle Isle. Everyone—any knitter or a person who’s never knitted, but would like to learn—is welcome. Each monthly program includes a lesson of a new knitting technique

Developmental Screenings Dec 3 | Fri | 9-Noon Ages birth to 5 years w/guardian Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings. A screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age. Questions or

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concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your appt., call Child Guidance, OCCHD at 425-4412.

Holiday Open House Dec 4 | Sat | 2-3p All ages

Jazz trio with Michael Fresonke, jazz guitarist and vocalist Chris Black, & on bass, Vince Leseny will present jazzy holiday tunes for the community’s enjoyment. Refreshments will be served. Children will be given Santa bags at the end of the event.

speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age.

At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance @ 405-425-4412.

Toddler Story and Play Time Dec 9 | Thur 9:30-10:15a & 10:30-11:15a Ages 2-3

Enjoy a story, song, nursery rhymes and play time. For child with adult. Choose the 9:30 or 10:30 session. Pre-register at the library information desk or call 789-8363, ext. 3.

Chess Club Dec 1 | Wed | 4-5p Kids/Teens of any age who can play chess

Come learn how to play this strategic game of chess. If you already know how to play, have a fun match with others. Please call 634-6308 for more information or to sign up.

Navidad, Christmas Traditions from Mexico Dec 14 | Tue | 6:30-7:15p Ages 3-11

Learn about Christmas traditions from Mexico through stories and songs. Enjoy holiday treats.

Pre-registration is required. Sign up at the library information desk or call 789-8363, ext. 3.

Holiday Ornaments Dec 1 | Wed | 4-8p All ages Let’s go green and make an ornament from recycled materials to decorate the Capitol Hill Christmas tree! Join us every afternoon to make a one-of-a-kind creation to display. All supplies provided. Call 634-6308 for details.

Health and Fitness Check Dec 20 | Mon | 10a-Noon Adults and Seniors Each 3rd Monday of the month through Dec., Cornerstone Home Health professionals will take blood pressure and other health checks free of charge. The Wii will be available.

Conversational Spanish Class Dec 1,8 | Wed | 5:30-7p Adults Conversational Spanish Course ends December 8th. The class is intended to teach basic Spanish speaking skills (Who, What, When, and Where). Will meet on Wednesday evenings for 14 sessions. Register by calling the library, or sign up at reference desk.

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Holiday Open House Dec 4 | Sat | 11a-4p All ages

Free holiday fun at your local library! Free photos w/ Santa starting at 10am. (Prior sign up required) Live Band (2pm-4pm), Book give-a-way to children, craft activities for kids, make watercolor greeting cards, live storytelling from the Library Elf, and free face painting. Refreshments.

Anime Club Dec 6,20 | Mon | 4-6p Teens Join us the first Monday of every month. Share and discuss your favorite Anime and Manga (Japanese drawings and cartoons). Screen new Anime episodes each month! Snacks will be provided, so come join the fun! Call Angela at 634-6308 for more information.

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Oklahoma City-County Health Dept. Family Planning Resource Booth Dec 6 | Mon | 4-5p Teens and adults The Oklahoma City-County Health Department Family Planning Clinic is providing a Resource Booth. Services provided to males and females. We assist in filling out SoonerPlan applications. For more information, please call 419-4150. Cosponsor OCCHD Family Planning Clinic.

Open Play Time Dec 7 | Tue | 9:30-10:30a Age 6 and younger Playing with your baby or child is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time and place for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your child. Pre-register by calling the library or visiting the reference desk.

Create Your Own Holiday Ornaments Dec 7 | Tue | 4-5p All ages Join us as Kiona Wooton-Millirons shows us how to make one-of-a-kind, eye-catching ornaments to decorate the Capitol Hill Library tree or take home. All supplies provided.

Space limited. Call 634-6308 for info.

Pokemon Club Dec 8 | Wed | 4-5p Ages 6-12 I choose you! Bring your Pokemon cards or your Nintendo DS and battle it out!

Child Development Class for Child Care Workers Dec 11,18 | Sat | 10a-3:30p Adults Participants must attend both weekends, Dec. 11 & Dec. 18. The class will be conducted in English, future trainings will be conducted in Spanish. 10 clock hours=1 CEU. Classes are Free and space limited. CECPD major funding is provided by the DHS, Oklahoma Child Care services. Call Monica for more information or registration at 405-761-1605 or email at parent-educator@live.com Children Reading to Dogs Dec 11 | Sat | 11a-Noon Kids who can read Our highly trained dog volunteers love to hear stories! Come practice your reading skills by reading to these adorable dogs! We provide the books AND the dogs. Please register at the information desk or by calling 634-6308.

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december Holiday Bead Craft Dec 15 | Wed | 4-5p Kids and teens Make a gift for someone special with beads! All supplies provided. Children younger than 8 must have adult help with this activity. Preregister.

Winter Wii Fest Dec 20,21,22 | Mon,Tue & Wed | 1-4p Kids and teens Come play video games like Guitar Hero, Super Smash Bros, Rock Band, DDR and more. Games are rated E, E10+ and T. Holiday Craft Make and Take Dec 22 | Wed | 1-4p Kids and teens Spend a cold winter day in a place where its always warm and friendly! Make holiday crafts at the library. This is a come and go event. All supplies are provided. Children younger than 8 require adult assistance with this project.

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Origami After School Dec 1 | Wed | 4:30-5:30p

Ages 6 and older The ancient art of origami is a great way to improve motor skills, memory skills and be creative! Learn about geometry and fractions in a fun way! Join us to practice some simple origami. Bring your own favorites to share.

Register at the reference desk or call 390-8418.

Gentle Art of Yoga Dec 1,8,15 | Wed | 6-7p Adults

The Far East has long known the health benefits of Yoga and the gentle art has now found its way to the Western World. The health benefits of yoga include stress reduction, the concentration required during yoga practice tends to focus your attention on the matter at hand, thereby reducing the emphasis you may have been putting on the stress

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in your life. Classes are free, open to the public, but limited to 25. Please pre-register at 309-8418, ext 3.

Child Guidance Screenings Dec 2 | Thur | 12:30-5p Ages birth to 5 years Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age.

At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance @ 405-425-4412. Cosponsor: Okla City County Health Dept.

Art For Kids Dec 3 | Fri | 9:30-10:30a Ages 6 and older

Join us to learn charcoal and pencil drawing techniques. Please bring a drawing that you have completed to the first class. Bring pencils and paper. Call 390-8418 to register.

Preschool Aerobics Dec 3 | Fri | 10:30-11a Ages 3-5 years Join us for preschool aerobics featuring exercises to develop fine & gross motor skills.

Parents/caregivers will participate with their child. Please pre-register at 390-8418.

Choctaw Library Pageturner’s Club Dec 4 | Sat | 10-11:30a Adults The Choctaw Library Pageturner’s Book Club will meet and discuss Appaloosa by Robert B. Parker. Drop by the library, pick up a copy and join us in the discussion of the Parker western. Pre-registration is preferred. Light refreshments will be provided. Call the library at 390-8418, ext 3.

German for Beginners Dec 6,13 | Mon 5:30-6:30p Ages 16 and older Join us for “German in 10 Minutes a Day” with Hannalore Chan. Students will learn to speak conversational German and practice correct pronunciation of common German words and phrases. This 12 week course will wrap up with a visit to a local authentic German restaurant.

Cosponsor: EOC Tech Center.

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Lapsit Story Time Dec 7,14,21,28 | Tue 9:30-10a Ages 6 months-3 years Join us for simple songs, rhymes, and stories for parents and babies to enjoy together.

Please call 390-8418 or stop by the reference desk to sign up.

Preschool Story Time Dec 7,14,21,28 | Tue 10:30-11a Ages 3-5 years Come to the library for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun to help build early literacy skills. Please call 390-8418 or stop by the Reference Desk for more information.

Family Place: Open Play Dec 11 | Sat | 10-11a Ages 6 mos-5 years with parent On the second Saturday of every month the Choctaw Library provides great toys and a space for you and your child to play together.

Sharing playtime with your child helps promote learning and development. Come and join the fun! Call 390-8418 to register.

Ornament Making Class Dec 13 | Mon | 6-7p Ages 10 and older Join us as we create holiday ornaments and other neat decorations. A very beautiful and sparkling ornament made from sequins, stick pins and foam balls is an ornament that can be created for the Christmas tree, a window or as a bedroom decoration in all the different colors of the season.

Ookami Anime Club Dec 18 | Sat | 2:30-4p Teens Share and discuss your favorite Anime and Manga (Japanese drawings and cartoons).

Screen new Anime episodes each month!

Snacks will be provided so come join the fun! *Anime may contain material that is considered unsuitable for ages 13 and younger.

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Pajama Storytime Dec 20 | Mon | 6:30-7:15p Age 3 and older Put on your pajamas and join us for a bedtime story and activity.

We meet once a month to talk about the books, magazines, music, and library programs that YOU care about. Join us and make the Del City Library YOUR library! Call 672-1377 for information.

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Medicare Question and Answer Session Dec 6 | Mon | 10a-1p Seniors The Oklahoma Areawide Aging Agency presents an up-to-date information session on Medicare. Join us to learn from the experts and examine your choices before enrolling or making changes to your plan before Medicare enrollment ends for 2011. Participants will have the chance to update or enroll in Medicare on-site. For information please call 672-1377.

Holiday Storytime Dec 10 | Fri | 10-10:20a Ages 1-5 Children are invited to Storytime! Come celebrate the holidays with stories & other activities.

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Happy New Year Storytime Dec 28 | Tue | 6:30-7:15p Ages 4-8 Happy New Year! Get ready to bring in the new year at Del City Library with stories & lots of fun!

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TAB Meet Up Dec 14 | Tue | 3:30-4:30p Teens The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) gives teens the opportunity to participate, volunteer, and influence teen services at the Del City Library.

Crafts, Etc. Dec 16 | Thur | 6-7p Adults and teens Knitters, beaders, stitchers, and gluers - come one, come all! Bring any project you’re working on and join a fun group of fellow crafters while you explore and expand your interests and creativity.

Work on your own handiwork, and watch a mini-demonstration of an easy craft that you can take home. Please sign up and call for information

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Developmental Screenings Dec 13 | Mon | 1-4p Ages birth to 5 years Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age. At a screening appt,, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed.

Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your appointment, call Child Guidance @ 405-4254412. Cosponsor: OCCHD.

PlayTime Dec 16 | Fri | 10-11a 6 mos-3 yrs

Children enjoy playing at the library! Guest is Yolanda Viewins from Healthy Start. She will be sharing information for parents and caregivers of young children.

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Wednesday Night at the Movies Dec 1,8,15,22,29 | Wed | 6-8p Ages 13 and older Join the Downtown Library for Wednesday Night at the Movies! Call 231-8650 for more information.

Dec 1: A Holiday Affair Dec 8: A Christmas Story Dec 15: Christmas in Connecticut Dec 22: Scrooged Dec 29: It’s a Wonderful Life

Noon Tunes Dec 2,9,16,23,30 | Thur 11:30a-12:30p All ages Cosponsored by the Friends of the Metropolitan Library System. Music groups performing in December are: Dec 2 Greatbig Light Rock Band Dec 9: Ed and Karen Petitt, Folk Dec 16: Oklahoma Senior’s Cabaret Dec 23: Boyd Fees’ Christmas Choir and Bell Choir Dec 30: Mark Lyon and Joe Wilkie, Folk PM Play with Me Dec 2 | Thur | 6:30-7:30p Infants to age 4 with adult Playing with your baby or child is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. This program is intended for infants through age four with parents or guardians. Pre-register by calling 231-8650 ext. 4, or visit the Children’s Reference Desk.

Play With Me Dec 3 | Fri | 10-10:50a Infants to age 4 w/parent Playing with your baby or child is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. This program is intended for infants through age four with parents or guardians. Pre-register by calling 231-8650, ext. 4, or by visiting the Children’s Reference Desk. eBay and Craigslist: How to Find Holiday Bargains Dec 7 | Tue | 6-7:30 Adults

This class includes: learning how to search through these top web sites to find the bargains your heart desires, bidding strategies, shipping and safety. Please call 606.3879 to register or ask for Wendy.

Metropolitan Library Commission of Oklahoma County Dec 9 | Thur | 3:30-5p

Downtown Library 300 Park Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102 405.231.8650.

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Preschool Aerobics Dec 10 | Fri | 10-10:45a Ages 12 mos - 5 years w/adult Preschool aerobics will get you moving and grooving with warm-ups, stretches, activities and a cool-down. An active story will wrap up your aerobic experience. Pre-register by calling 231-8650, ext. 4 or by visiting the Children’s Reference Desk.

Gallery Storytime Dec 11 | Sat | 2-3p Ages 3-5 w/adult

The Metropolitan Library System, along with OKCMOA, invites children to connect art with reading during monthly storytimes at the museum. Join us the 2nd Saturday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oklahoma Museum of Art. Admission fee to the Gallery is required. A parent or caregiver must remain with children.

Metropolitan Library System Holiday Festival Dec 12 | Sun 1:30-4:30p All ages

Enjoy a day of family fun and learn about the services of your community library. Photos with Santa, music, crafts and a Holiday movie.

Open Computer Lab Dec 14 | Tue | 6-7:30p Adults

This time has been allotted for your questions.

Come prepared with what you want to learn and receive instruction. Please call 606.3879 to register or ask for Wendy.

How to Find Oklahoma Energy Info Online Dec 16 | Thur | 10a-Noon Adults

Oklahoma is an Energy State! It is a major producer of oil, natural gas, coal, wind and solar energy. This workshop will help you learn how to find the latest information and data about all aspects of energy. From the U.S. Energy Information Administration you will find the state energy profile for Oklahoma, current and historic prices, energy outlook, electricity sales and consumption, maps about the potential of wind energy, and much more. From the U.S. Department of Energy you’ll learn how to use online tools and other resources useful for basic scientific research and for science fairs. This workshop is free but space is limited; please register by calling 606-3879. Cosponsor: Oklahoma Department of Libraries.

Music Play with Miss Ginger Dec 17 | Fri | 10-10:50a Ages 2-5 w/adult Enjoy songs, musical games and a story with Ginger Waldrip of Ginger’s Kindermusik.

Instruments will be provided for those who have registered by calling 231-8650 ext. 4 Children Reading to Dogs Dec 18 | Sat | 3-4p Children who can read Come read to a dog! Children can practice and improve their reading skills by reading to specially trained dogs and their owners who act as an uncritical, appreciative audience.

They love a good dog story--borrow one of ours or bring your own. Dogs and their owners are trained and certified through Therapy Dogs International.

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Edmond Library

10 S. Boulevard, Edmond (405) 341-9282 HOURS Mon-Thur: 9-9 Fri: 9-6

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speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age.

At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance @ 405-425-4412. Cosponsor: OCCHD-Child Guidance.

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Bilingual Family Storytime Dec 9 | Thur | 6:30-7:30p Children and their families Join us this 2nd Thursday of this month for a Bilingual Family Story Time with Dr. Lois.

Children and their families will enjoy stories, fingerplays, a craft and more. Call 231-8650, ext. 4 to register.

Tiempo de cuentos para la familia La Hora: 6:30pm-7:30 pm Localización: Downtown Edades: Familias con Niños 1-12 Venga, cuentos serán leidos en español y ingles con Doctora Luisa. Los padres y sus ninos gazarán de interesantes cuentos, algunos serán leidos por “Wally,” un titere. Llamar al 2318650, extensión 4 para registarse.

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55+ Coffee Break Dec 1,8,15,22,29 | Wed | 9:30-11a Seniors This is a Coffee Break just for you. Snacks, good conversation, Scrabble or games you bring yourself. Find out about new books offered in the library system. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to mingle and meet new people.

Computer Instruction with Carl Dec 1,8,15,22,29 | Wed 1-4p Adults 18 and older

Library computer specialist Carl with work with individuals in one hour increments on the library computers. Pre-registration is mandatory. Call 341-9282 to pre-register.

Intermediate ESL Dec 1,6,8 | Mon & Wed 1-4p Adults This class is for adults who would like to improve their spoken and written English and includes grammar, conversation, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and pronunciation. Class is provided by Oklahoma City Community College. Free. Register with instructor the first day you attend. Cosponsor: OCCC. Beginning ESL Dec 1,6,8 | Mon & Wed 5:30-8:30p Adults English as a Second Language classes are held at the library Mondays and Wednesdays. This is the introductory ESL class. Register with the instructor on your first visit. Questions?

Call OCCC (Oklahoma City Community College) at 682-7859. Cosponsor: OCCC.

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Downtown Library Atrium every Thursday from 11:30 to 12:30pm December 2:

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Ed and Karen Petitt, Folk

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Boyd Fees’ Christmas Choir and Bell Choir

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Mark Lyon and Joe Wilkie, Folk All performances are free and open to the public.

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december Computer Instruction with Dave Dec 1,8,15 | Wed | 7-8p Adults 18 and older

Free! Join Dave for computer instruction. Call 341-9282 to register. Please call by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday to verify your appointment.

GED Dec 2,7,9 | Tue & Thur 5:30-8:30p Age 16 and older Adults wanting to prepare for the GED test are invited to free GED classes presented by instructors from the Oklahoma City Community College. Materials are provided.

Classes are open to those age 16 years and older who are not currently enrolled in high school. For students 16-17, a notarized consent waiver form is required. Register with the instructor on the first day you attend class.

Cosponsor: OCCC. Stamp Club Dec 4,18 | Sat | 10a-Noon Grades 4 - higher Looking for a new hobby? Join experienced stamp collectors who can guide you in this rewarding venture. Pre-register 348-4607.

Advanced Farsi Dec 5,12,19 | Sun 1:30-2:30p Adults For those students who have some familiarity with spoken and written Farsi. Supply charge $20 per month, payable to the instructor. All written materials supplied by the instructor.

Beginning Farsi Dec 5,12,19 | Sun 2:30-3:30p Adults For beginners in speaking, reading and writing this language. No prior experience necessary.

Supply charge of $20. per month. All materials supplied by instructor.

Preschool Storytime Dec 6,13,20 | Mon 10-10:30a Ages 3-5 For all children ages 3-5, join us for story time.

There will be songs, fingerplays, puppets, hidden mysteries, occasional crafts and special stories. Come and join the fun.

Lapsit: Playtime and Storytime Dec 7,14,21 | Tue | 9:30-10a and 10:15-10:45a and 11-11:30a Birth to 2 years Enjoy a special time with your child at the

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library. We will have a playtime with the toys in the story time room. This is followed by a circle time that emphasizes group participation, movement, early literacy skills, books and language development.

Chess Club for Teens Dec 7,14 | Tue | 6-7p Teens Free Chess Club for Teens meets Tuesday nights 6:00 to 7:00p. All skill levels are welcome. Students can play others who are learning or have prior skills in the game.

Local mom and coach provides materials and instructions.

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Developmental Screening Dec 8 | Wed | 1-5p Parent and child Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age.

At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance @ 405-425-4412. OCCHD. Edmond Manga and Anime Dec 9 | Thur | 4-5:30p Teens Free Club for Teens. Meets the Second Thursday of the month from 4:00 to 5:30.

Local teens meet to talk, draw, watch and compare Manga/Anime. Content is PG-13 and up and can be unsuitable for younger children.

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Music With Susan Dec 10 | Fri | 10-10:30a and 10:40-11:10a Ages 2-3 Join with Susan in musical activities designed especially for this age group. Classes are held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month.

Registration for the 2nd Friday begins on the 1st day of the month. Registration for the 4th Friday always begins on the 15th day of the month. Pre-register by calling 341-9282, ext. 4.

Music With Susan Dec 10 | Fri | 11:15-11:45a Ages 4-5 Join with Susan in musical activities designed especially for this age group. Classes are held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month.

Registration for the 2nd Friday begins on the 1st day of the month. Registration for the 4th

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Friday always begins on the 15th day of the month. Pre-register by calling 341-9282, ext. 4.

AARP Driving Safety Class Dec 11 | Sat | 9:30a-4p Adults This driving refresher class is available to anyone over the age of 16 through seniors at the Edmond Public Library. This class is taught by a trained AARP instructor. Information on driving techniques, new state and federal laws, and making adjustments to changes as one grows older are included. Discounts on your insurance have been mandated by the State of Oklahoma by taking this class. Fee is $12 for AARP members, and $14 for non-AARP members. To pre-register call 341-9282.

Reader’s Choice Book Discussion Dec 11 | Sat | 10:30a-Noon Adults Join this book discussion group and meet people who share your interest in reading outstanding literature. December’s book is The Christmas List by Richard Paul Evans.

Edmond Library Book Bunch Dec 11 | Sat | 2-3:30p Adults The Edmond Library Book Bunch is a group of avid readers who enjoy discussing well-written contemporary fiction and non-fiction. The book for December 11th is A Blue and Gray Christmas by Joan Medlicott.

Contact your library to reserve a copy.

In Stitches-Edmond Library Needlecraft Group Dec 14 | Tue | 9:30a-2p Adults Do you knit or do you do needlework?

Develop your skills or learn about stitchery at the Edmond Library. You will pursue your hobbies as a group, and you will further develop your abilities by exchanging tips with your knitting or needlework friends. Stay for just a few minutes or for the entire session.

You must bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and stitchery projects if you have some. This is self-instruction. Please register by calling 341-9282.

Chess and Board Games for Kids Dec 14 | Tue | 6-7:30p Ages 8-12 Chess and Board Games offers beginning players a chance to learn and improve their game playing skills, while practicing good sportsmanship in a positive environment.

Those interested should contact Connie Hong at conniehong.ok@gmail.com to sign up or for more information.

Sustainable Edmond Dec 21 | Tue | 6:30-8p Adults At this monthly meeting of Sustainable Edmond members discuss how to improve quality of life in our community in ways that make sense economically, emotionally, and socially. Sustainable Edmond promotes environmental stewardship through individual, commercial, and business participation.

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Lullaby and Goodnight Dec 15 | Wed | 3:30-5p Parents or guardians of young children Having a routine which includes reading to your child can ease both bedtime and naptime challenges. We will discuss sleep challenges as well as the advantages of reading to your child so that the whole family can get a good night’s rest. Call 405-419-4164 to register. Robyn Sears MS, CCPS, CFLE, Child Development Specialist. Cosponsor: OCCHD.

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Quilting and Sewing Dec 20 | Mon | 10a-4:30p Adults Come and enjoy the fellowship and learn to quilt and sew.

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Exhibit: Artwork of Lee Williams Dec 1-31 | Library Hours All ages During the month of December, the Midwest City Library is pleased to host an exhibit of work by local artist Lee Williams. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

English as a Second Language Dec 2 | Tue & Thur 5:30-8:30p Adults December 2, 7, 9,14 and 16th participants learn to improve their English language skills through everyday conversation. No registration is required. Cosponsor: Oklahoma City Community College Adult Learning Center.

Hunters’ Education Safety Course Dec 4 | Sat | 9a-2p Ages 10 and older This home-study-based course is designed to improve your hunter safety skills and performance on hunter safety tests. You must either obtain a workbook directly from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation or pick up a workbook up at the Midwest City Library.

You must complete the workbook prior to class and bring it with you to the class. Specific details about the ODWC Hunter’s Education program can also be viewed online at www. wildlifedepartment.com. Participants age 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required by calling 732-4828.

Cosponsor: Oklahoma Wildlife Department.

Saturday Morning Cartoons Dec 4 | Sat | 10a-Noon Children of all ages Spend your Saturday morning at the library watching cartoons. All movies are rated G or PG. Ask at the Information Desk to find out what movie will be showing. Space is limited to show up early.

Alive @ 25 Dec 4 | Sat | 1-5p Teens The Library, in partnership with the Midwest City Police Department, presents this free program to help young adults and teens drive safely. To attend, please register at the Information Desk or call 405-732-4828.

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Exhibit: A Little People® Holiday Village Dec 1-31 | Library Hours All ages The Midwest City Library will host A Little People® Holiday Village during the month of December. The display features Stacy Schrank’s extensive collection of Little People®, as they enjoy their festive holiday season. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Community Quilting with Soldier Creek Quilting Group Dec 6,13,20,27 | Mon | 9a-2p All ages Perpetuate art forms and inspire others in quilting. Members of Soldier Creek Quilting Group invite you to attend every Monday at the Midwest City Library from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. No experience necessary, just a willing-

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Pajama Story Time Dec 7 | Tue | 6:30-7p Children of all ages Bedtime stories for children of all ages.

Put on your pajamas and grab your favorite stuffed friend. We will enjoy stories, songs, poems, rhymes and the occasional craft. All children should be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required. Call 732-4828 or visit the Information Desk to sign up.

Book Bug Club Dec 9 | Thur | 4:30-5:30p Grades 1-3 Join us in the Book Bug Club! We will have a snack, play a game and make a craft. We will be discussing Curious George in the Snow by H. A. Rey. You can pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk. Registration is required. Call 732-4828 or visit the Information Desk to sign up.

Midwest City Readers’ Society Dec 14 | Tue | 10a-Noon Adults If you enjoy reading and discussing books, come to the Midwest City Library the third Tuesday of each month for our book club. New members are always welcome. Pick up your copy of our current book at the Information Desk, or call 732-4828.

Children Reading to Dogs Dec 14,28 | Tue | 7-7:30p Children who can read Read to a specially trained dog who loves to hear a good book! The dogs particularly enjoy hearing one of the dog stories we will have, but you can bring your own book too. It is especially valuable in building self confidence and self-esteem for those needing an uncritical, appreciative, listening audience to improve reading skills. All dogs and owners are trained and certified as dog therapy teams.

Registration is required. Call 732-4828 or visit the Information Desk to sign up. Cosponsor: Creatures & Kids, and TDI. Child Guidance Developmental Screenings Dec 15 | Wed | 1-5p Parents of young children Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age.

At a screening appointment, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance @ 405-425-4412. Cosponsor: Oklahoma City-County Health Dept.

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YA Game Fest Dec 20 | Mon | 1-3p Teens Get your game face on!!! DDR, Game Cube, PS2, Wii. No registration required.

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Knit Wit Crochet Program Dec 7,21 | Tue | 10a-Noon All ages Learn to crochet OR, strengthen your needle crafts. Class is free and all supplies provided by the library. No registration required.

Yu-gi-oh Dec 11 | Sat | 2-4:30p All ages Come and get your Yu-gi-oh game on. No experience necessary.

Lego Robotics Dec 17 | Fri | 2-4p Teens Lego Robotics is back at the Midwest City Library. To attend please register at the Information Desk or call 405-732-4828.

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Belly Dancing Dec 6,20 | Mon | 6-7:30p All ages Learn the art of Belly Dancing at the Midwest City Library. Instructor Katia Visser will instruct participants in dance techniques and skill development while also providing a different form of exercise. This program is free.

To attend, please register at the Information Desk or call 405-732-4828.

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After School Movie Club Dec 16,23 | Thur | 4:30-5:30p Children of all ages Spend your afternoon at the library watching a movie. Movies are rated G or PG. Ask at the Information Desk to find out what movie will be showing. Space is limited. Show up early.

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Family Place: 1-2-3 Play with Me Dec 6,13 | Mon | 10-11a and 11a-12p Infant to age 4 w/parent Playing with your baby or child is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time and place for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your child. A different community resource professional will be available each week to answer your parenting questions.

This program is intended for infants through age four with their parents or guardians.

Pre-register by calling the library or visiting the reference desk.

Zombie Survival Club Dec 11 | Sat | 1:30-3:30p Teens Do you ever wonder: “How on earth can I protect myself from hordes of the living dead?”

Join us at the Midwest City Library for a showing of Zombieland, followed by a discussion of strategies, safe locations, and more so you can be prepared for the inevitable attack!

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ness to create art. Registration is not required.

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Children Reading to Dogs Dec 9,16 | Thur 4-4:45p Ages 4 and older Children improve their skills by reading to D’Leo and his owner, who are trained and certified as a therapy team by Therapy Dogs International. For more information call 769-9452.

Lady Crafters Dec 17 | Fri | 10a-Noon Adults Ladies of all ages come together to craft items suitable for the season. Most projects are free.

Call 768-9452 for more information.

Of the RJN Downtown Library he Oklahoma Collection is housed on the second floor of the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library and contains books written about Oklahoma or written

by Oklahomans. Also included are oral histories, a collection of photographs, maps and other primary research materials which bring Oklahoma history to life.

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Mon. – Thur. 1:30-4:30

Other hours by appointment only.

Phone: 606-3872

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Elementary School Tutoring Dec 2,7,9,14,16 | Tue and Thur | 4-6p Grades 1-5

Assistance is provided for children in grades 1-5 with homework and subjects needing extra attention. Registration is required. Call 424-1437 for information. Cosponsor: One-on-One Learning.

OCCHD Family Planning Clinic Resource Booth Dec 2,16 | Thur | 6-8p Teens and adults The Oklahoma City-County Health Department Family Planning Clinic provides a Resource Booth. Services provided to males & females. We assist in filling out SoonerPlan applications. For information, please call: 419-4150. Cosponsor: OCCHD. Girls Today, Tomorrow’s Young Women, Inc Dec 3 | Fri | 3:30-5:30p Dec 18 | Sat | 2-4:30p TeenS Ages 12-18 Ronda Jackson, founder of Girls Today, Tomorrow’s Young Women, Inc, will discuss topics relevant for today’s teens. All ladies who attend should be prepared to leave with a more confident sense of self. Everyone deserves to be encouraged!

Call 424-1437 for information.

Scrabble Club Dec 4 | Sat | 2-4p Adults Join us at Ralph Ellison Library for a casual game of Scrabble. Beginners to advanced are welcome. This club meets the first Sat of each month. Call 424-1437 to register.

Sisterhood/S.A.Y.Y.E.A. Dec 7,14,21,28 | Tue | 6-8p Ages 6-12 Encourages holistic life skills, purpose driven

Toastmasters Dec 8,15,22,29 | Wed | 6-7p Adults Toastmasters international provides a way to practice & hone the communication & leadership skills of it members.

Holiday Crafts Dec 10 | Fri | 4-6p Teens Kids and teens alike will have fun making several different holiday crafts to decorate for the holiday season!

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Ralph Ellison Adult Book Club Dec 13 | Mon | 6-7p All ages Love to read and talk about books with other people? Then join the Ralph Ellison Adult Book Club which meets the second Tuesday each month. The Dec. book is The Christmas Train by David Baldacci. Call 424-1437 for information or to reserve your book.

Preschool Storytime Dec 14,28 | Tue | 10-10:30a Ages 3-5

Stories, music, action rhymes and fun for the preschooler. Join us as we connect children to the fun of books and reading. Call 424-1437 to register.

Child Guidance Workshop: Boosting Your Child’s Brain Power Dec 21 | Tue | 3:30-5p Adult Join us for information and tips on helping your child succeed. Focusing on fun, age-appropriate activities that will enhance your relationship and be developmentally stimulating. Playing and learning can be fun. Call 425-4412 to register. Cosponsor: OCCHD. S.O.U.P. Open Mic Poetry Night Dec 27 | Mon | 6:30-8p Adults

S.O.U.P. Society of Urban Poets provides an opportunity for budding poets to share their work with an audience of supporters. Just show up ready to read.

Gamefest Dec 30 | Thur | 5-7p Teens Shh! Video games in the Library?! Rock Band, Guitar Hero, Super Smash Brothers and more!

Sign up at the information desk or call 424-1437.

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behavior, and teaches responsible leadership.

Call (405) 549-1174 to register. Cosponsor: Sisterhood Girls Club.

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SCORE - Business Counseling Dec 3 | Fri | 10a-1p Adults If you are starting a new business or are a business owner in need of assistance, counseling is available the first and third Friday of the month, by appointment only. The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) will offer free confidential assistance for potential small business owners. Call 631-4468 for more information or sign up at the Reference desk for an appointment. Cosponsor: Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).

GED @ Southern Oaks Library Dec 1,6,8,13,15 | Mon & Wed 3-6p Age 16 and older Attend free GED classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Southern Oaks Library.

Review English, social studies, science and math skills in preparation for the GED test.

Materials are provided. Attend any Monday or Wednesday class to enroll. Call 631-4468 for more information. Cosponsor: Oklahoma City Adult Learning Center.

Children Reading to Dogs Dec 4 | Sat | 10-11a Dec 14 | Tue | 6:30-7:30p Children who can read Come read to a dog! Children can practice and improve their reading skills by reading to specially trained dogs and their owners who act as an uncritical, appreciative audience. They love a good dog story. Borrow one of ours or bring your own. Dogs and their owners are trained & certified through Therapy Dogs International or HALO. Sign-up is required. Please call 631-4468 or visit the Information Desk.

Preschool Storytime Dec 6,12 | Mon 10:30-11:10a Ages 2-6 with parent/guardian

Introduce young children to books and reading at our fun storytimes! Children will have fun with books, songs, and activities as they build their early literacy skills. All children should be accompanied by an adult. Please sign up by calling 631-4468 or by visiting the Information Desk.

Anime Club Dec 8 | Wed | 6:30-8:30p Teens and older The Scarlet Kitsune Anime Club will be screening FUNimation screening reels, feature films and other anime titles. Call 631-4468 for more information. Snacks will be provided.

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Book Adventure: Kids’ Book Club Dec 9 | Thur | 4:30-5:30p Ages 6-9 Join us for a book adventure! Meet with kids your age to discuss a great book. We will have a snack, make a craft or play a game. Call the library or come by the Information Desk to find out what book to read before the program.

Some copies of the book will be available at the Information Desk. Pre-registration is required.

Call 631-4468 or stop by the Information Desk to sign up.

Southern Oaks Book Club Dec 14 | Tue | 11:30a-12:30p Adults If you enjoy reading and discussing books, come to the Southern Oaks Library the second Tuesday of each month for our book club. New members are always welcome. Call 631-4468 to reserve your copy of the current book selection.

Christmas at Hogwarts Dec 18 | Sat | 1:30-4p Ages 11-19

Who wants to be a wizard? Southern Oaks Library is hosting a Harry Potter tournament to recruit would-be wizards for Hogwarts.

Potential students will compete in 3 categories:

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knowledge of spells and potions, the history of magic, and the best wizardly attire. To reserve a spot, contact John, or any of the friendly muggles, at 631-4468.

The Village Library

V-SIFT: Holiday Crafts Dec 9 | Thur | 4-5p Teens V-SIFT = Village-Something Interesting For Teens.

Meets every 2nd Thursday. This month’s activity is holiday crafts that you can take home. Cookies and lemonade will be provided. Call 755-0710 or stop by the Information Desk to register or for more info.

HOURS Mon-Thur: 9-9 Fri: 9-6

LEGO Club Dec 10 | Fri | 1-3p All ages Come have fun building with LEGOs!

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Holiday Crafts and Tree Trimming Dec 4 | Sat | 2-3p Families and kids of all ages

Come make some Christmas and holiday crafts and help decorate the library’s Christmas Tree!

Enjoy getting into the spirit of the season with us. All supplies will be provided. You must pre-register. Sign up by calling 631-4468 or by visiting the Information Desk.

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Children Reading to Dogs Dec 1,8,15 | Wed | 6:15-7p Dec 2,9,16,23 | Thur 3:30-4:30p Children who can read

Come and read to a dog! Readers can come to practice and improve their reading skills. The dogs with their owners act as an uncritical, appreciative audience with excellent listening skills!

Bring your own book or borrow one from us!

Village Chess Club Dec 3,10,17 | Fri | 3:30-5:30p All ages Want to play chess? Come to the Village! All ages and skill levels welcome. For more information and registration, email Robert Green at rlgreen@okcps. org or call the Village Library 755-0710.

Holiday Make and Take Dec 4 | Sat | 10-11:30a Ages 5-12 Please join us for our annual Holiday Make & Take program. We will make crafts to celebrate the holidays. Please register at the Information Desk or call 755-0710.

Storytime Dec 7,14 | Tue | 10-10:30a Ages 2-6 with parent/guardian

Come and join us for stories, games, and crafts.

Please register by stopping by the Information Desk or calling 755-0710.

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Child Guidance Screening Dec 16 | Thur | 1-5p Parents of young child Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings at the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age. At a screening appointment, your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee.

To schedule your screening appointment, please call Child Guidance at 425-4412.

Learning to Use Thumb Drives Dec 16 | Thur | 6-8:30p Adults

Free computer class for adults! Learn how to save information and photographs from a computer to a thumb drive. Learn how to use a thumb drive to move information from one computer to another computer. Come in or call to sign up 755-0710.

Knitty Committee Dec 18 | Sat | 10-11a Adults Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Join the Knitty Committee on the 4th Saturday at 10am. Bring your yarn and join the fun! The recommended yarn for beginners is “variegated worsted weight” & size 7 or 8 needle.

Book Discussion Group Dec 20 | Mon | 3-4p Adults We always have a lot to say at the Village book discussion group. Join us each 3rd Monday at 3pm to discuss our latest pick. This month’s title can be picked up at the information desk.

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december Warr Acres Library 5901 N.W. 63rd, Warr Acres (405) 721-2616

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English as a Second Language Dec 1,6,8,13,15 Mon & Wed | 5:30-8p Adults English as a Second Language classes are held Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Classes are free. Call 682-7873 for more information. Cosponsor: OCCC. Lullaby & Goodnight Workshop Dec 3 | Fri | 10:30a-Noon Adults Having a routine which includes reading to your child can ease both bedtime and nap time challenges. We will discuss sleep challenges as well as advantages of reading to your child so that the whole family can get a good night’s rest. Please call OCCHD, Child Guidance @ 425-4412 to enroll.

Christmas Story Time for Preschoolers Dec 7 | Tue | 10:30-11:15a Ages 2 1/2 to 5 years Have a Beary Happy Christmas time with Ms. Alma and her puppet, Honey Bear. Please call and pre-register your preschooler. (Siblings are welcome.)

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Children Reading to Dogs Dec 9 | Thur | 6:30-7:30p Ages 6 years and older Lovable dogs and their trained owners will help children develop reading skills. So grab a favorite book and enjoy a time of reading. All dogs and owners are trained and certified as dog therapy teams by a national canine therapy organization. Please pre-register.

Child Guidance Screenings Dec 10 | Fri | 9a-Noon Ages birth to 5 years Child Guidance is offering developmental and speech/language screenings @ the libraries once again! A developmental screening is a very general look at how children are doing compared to other children the same age. At the screening, your child’s developmental progress will be assessed. Questions or concerns you may have about your child’s development or behavior will be discussed. Information about upcoming stages and home activities will be given. Screenings will include a small fee. To schedule your screening appointment, please call OCCHD Child Guidance @ 425-4412.

Warr Acres Book Club Dec 13 | Mon | 11a-Noon Adults The Warr Acres Library Book Club meets the second Monday of each month. This month we will enjoy a pot luck dinner during our book discussion. Our Christmas discussion book will be The Gift by Richard Paul Evans.

Holiday Music for Everyone Dec 14 | Tue | 7-8p All ages

Holiday favorites performed by local artists: flutists Yolanda Post and Cheryl Coleman, and “The Singing Fisherman” Michael Crowley.

Holiday treats will be served after the music.

Play Time for Babies and Tots Dec 8 | Wed 9:15-10a and 10:30-11:15a Ages 8-30 months Play promotes healthy development and learning, so bring your youngster to our library for 45 minutes of toys, lap games, and a story with Miss Alma and her puppets. (Siblings are welcome) Preregister at 721-2616.

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Pajama Story Time for Preschoolers Dec 16 | Thur | 6:30-7:30p Preschool age Have a Beary Happy Christmas time with Ms. Alma and her puppet, Honey Bear. Please call and pre-register your preschooler. (Siblings are welcome.)

LEGO Club @ Your Library Dec 18 | Sat | 10:30-Noon Ages 6-11 Young LEGO builders are invited to help build for Santa. LEGO bricks are provided. Bring your team spirit. There will be sweets and treats after the team competitions. Sign up at the Information Desk.

Read for Prizes: Question and Answer Time Dec 20 - Jan 1, 2011 Ages 6-11 During the school break, Dec. 20 to Jan 1, children will want to read a book from our book list (available at the Info Desk) and prepare to answer questions for prizes on Saturday, Jan. 8! Schedule five minutes for Q & A time on Saturday, January 8, 2011. Each correct answer gives the child a point to spend on prizes. Call Alma at 721-2616 to schedule your child’s five minutes and receive help selecting a book. An activity sheet to earn extra points is available at the Information desk.

Mystery Night and Pizza Party Dec 28 | Tue | 6:30-8p Ages 12-18 Hidden treasure in the library! Intrigue awaits. Fun and surprises. Pizza while supplies last. Please call (in advance) to register.

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Getting tired of a constant diet of best sellers and book club hype? Want to take a look at what librarians read? Here are two favorite books as selected by MLS staff.

Goldman, Duff. Ace of Cakes: Inside the World of Charm City Cakes.

641.8653/G6195a If you like to make cakes, eat cakes, or even just to look at them on television, Chef Duff, of The Food Channel’s popular show Ace of Cakes, makes a great champion of all things pastry. The book is also of interest to anyone fascinated with the way television shows are cooked up.

Tack, Karen and Alan Richardson. Hello, Cupcake!

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