Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger is a poignant novel set in a small Minnesota town during the summer of 1961. Through eloquent prose and a compelling narrative, Krueger explores themes of loss, forgiveness, and the complexities of human nature.
Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing. Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of falls. This class meets twice a week on Wednesday and Friday.
Parents & grandparents join us in the Great Plains room. This short program will focus on babies caregivers & highlight play time, music & a short story.
Bring your own yoga mat or use one provided by the library, and embark on a journey to improve your range of motion, strength, and overall well-being in a welcoming community environment.
Book club for Adults interested in reading books that have been banned or challenged and discussing the book and the reasons the material might be banned or challenged.
Calling all children 12 and under!! Don’t miss this opportunity to create your Adventure Book to log all of your adventures this summer at the library! Students will create a book to help log their summer library activities as well as other summer fun! Get ready to create a memory book full of adventures…it all…
Adults ONLY. Thelonious “Monk” Ellison's writing career has stalled because his work isn't deemed “Black enough.” Monk, a writer and English professor, writes a satirical novel under a pseudonym, aiming to expose the publishing world's hypocrisies. The book's immediate success forces him to get deeper enmeshed in his assumed identity and challenges his closely-held worldviews.…
Parents & grandparents join us in the Great Plains room. This short program will focus on babies caregivers & highlight play time, music & a short story.
Bring your own yoga mat or use one provided by the library, and embark on a journey to improve your range of motion, strength, and overall well-being in a welcoming community environment.
! Select your dream destination, delve into online resources to gather information, and seek inspiration from captivating photos to design your personalized journal pages.
June 12 will be a cardboard and duct tape build. Bring your ideas and create whatever you can imagine. All materials and special cutting tools are provided.
Join us in the Red Earth Room to craft a clever adventure signpost vignette in a cloche. All materials will be supplied, but please feel free to bring your own items to include. Please register so we have sufficient supplies.
We'll unveil and visit the new Storywalk, which features the book Library Lily by Gillian Shields. Then, we'll take advantage of the afternoon sun and make sun-print cards.
Calling all children 12 and under!! Don’t miss this opportunity to create your Adventure Book to log all of your adventures this summer at the library! Students will create a book to help log their summer library activities as well as other summer fun! Get ready to create a memory book full of adventures…it all…
Get ready to pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her mega-bestselling hit The Housemaid series, in particular her forthcoming (June 11, 2024) third installment, The Housemaid Is Watching. This is live virtual event is brought to you in partnership with…
Mr. Mallon will delve deep into the intricacies of his acclaimed Biography of Marquis James.Prepare to be captivated as select readings from this masterpiece transport you back in time, immersing you in the vivid tapestry of Oklahoma's past. From the bustling streets of Enid to the sweeping plains that inspired literary giants, discover the profound…
Parents & grandparents join us in the Great Plains room. This short program will focus on babies caregivers & highlight play time, music & a short story.
Bring your own yoga mat or use one provided by the library, and embark on a journey to improve your range of motion, strength, and overall well-being in a welcoming community environment.
Unlock your inner artist and create an acrylic landscape in our paint by numbers workshop! Join us to paint your masterpiece, whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter. All materials will be supplied, although participants are encouraged to bring their favorite brushes. Please register
Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book?Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School.?
Create a beautiful, colorful wooden birdhouse for your neighborhood?s flying friends to enjoy! Be sure to wear old clothes, as we will be using acrylic paints! This is a come-and-go craft time
Parents & grandparents join us in the Great Plains room. This short program will focus on babies caregivers & highlight play time, music & a short story.
When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole. Rear Window meets Get Out in this gripping thriller in which the gentrification of a Brooklyn neighborhood takes on a sinister new meaning. Books are available to check out at the library’s service desk.
Elementary students, here?s your chance to show us your imagination and creativity with a LEGO BUILD! All Legos are provided, and all creations will be kept and displayed at the library!
Mr. Boom Boom is coming to the Public Library of Enid & Garfield County! His visit is made possible by a grant from Park Avenue Thrift for children's summer programming. Mr. Frank Coats, also known as Mr. Boom Boom, is a highly accomplished music educator, multi-instrumentalist, children's author, and proud owner of Play Patrol. We'll…
Parents & grandparents join us in the Great Plains Room. This short program will focus on babies caregivers & highlight play time, music & a short story.
Fire up your imagination and increase your knowledge of circuits in THIS light-Up STEAM experience! Stop by the Great Plains Room anytime between 2-4 pm and build your own magic wand using a circuit!
