Belle Isle Library Programs and Events

AARP Tax aid

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 9:00am-12:00pm) All Ages

AARP volunteers will be providing free tax preparation and e-filing assistance for seniors, age 60 and over, and others with a low to moderate income of not more than $49,000.00. Assistance is provided on a first come, first serve basis. Please be sure to bring all relevant documents with you, e.g. all earning and dividend statements, copies of last year's federal and state returns, and proof of bank account numbers for direct deposit. Volunteers will be available beginning Feb 4 through Apr 14 on Saturdays 9 - 1:30.

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Lecture on Concentration with the School of Metaphysics

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, February 6, 2012 at 7:00pm-8:30pm) teens and up

In this free lecture learn steps for developing the ability to effectively use your most precious commodity: attention. A teacher from the SOM will present the importance of concentration, how to practice it, and provide real life examples of how to apply this most needed mind skill to produce extraordinary feats of perception.

Co-Sponsor: Oklahoma City School of Metaphysics

AARP Tax aid

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

This is an ongoing enrollment with the Oklahoma City Public Schools. Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills in this free class for people who are new to the English language. For questions and to register, come to the class.

Gaming Club

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Come join the fun at your library! Everything from chess to Xbox Kinect will be available to play. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. You don't want to miss out!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is a fun class, using eight-forms. Accumulating evidence suggests that Tai Chi eight-form exercises is an effective means of improving balance, functional limitations, and strengthening muscles, which reduces the risk of falling. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be done in almost any location. It also helps to build confidence from the fear of falling, which is commonly found in a community of older adults. Tai Chi offers other benefits for all ages, including improved posture, strengthening muscles and flexibility, improved mental and physical health, improved musculoskeletal and cardiovascular conditions, improved sleep and stress reduction, to name a few. Class is free, but space is limited, so sign up at the reference desk. Will meet Tuesday and Thursday evening.

Your Two and Three Year Old Child

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 6:00pm-7:30pm) Adults

Join other parents and caregivers as we explore typical language development of 2 and 3 year old children. This workshop will focus on ideas and activities to stimulate your child's language and learning skills. Facilitated by Tracy Goebel. Pre-Register at 425-4412.

Co-Sponsor: OCCHD

AARP Tax aid

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Valentine Friends

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 10:00am-11:00am) Pre-kindergarten

Friends are fun and Valentine's Day is a fun time when you may share your thoughts and make a craft for good friends. Open playtime will follow. Pre-registration begins Feb. 1st. 843-9601.

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is a fun class, using eight-forms. Accumulating evidence suggests that Tai Chi eight-form exercises is an effective means of improving balance, functional limitations, and strengthening muscles, which reduces the risk of falling. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be done in almost any location. It also helps to build confidence from the fear of falling, which is commonly found in a community of older adults. It will also offer other benefits for all ages, including improved posture, strengthening muscles and flexibility, improved mental and physical health, improved musculoskeletal and cardiovascular conditions, improved sleep and stress reduction, to name a few. Class is free, but space is limited, so sign up at the reference desk. Will meet Tuesday and Thursday evening.

AARP Tax aid

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 9:00am-12:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Rhythmically Speaking presents Sitting In with Clara

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 2:00pm-3:00pm) Ages 8 to Adults

Members of the Youth Council of the NAACP and Clara Luper sat down at Katz Drug Store on August 19, 1958 and ordered a Coke�. This was one of many sit-in protests in Oklahoma City which resulted in the Integration of Katz Drug Store, Split-T Drive-in, the Skirvin Hotel and hundreds of other businesses. "I'm gonna sit in with Clara 'cause I can't stand for this anymore".

Co-Sponsor: Friends of the Metropolitan Library System, Oklahoma Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts

Fight the Internet Bad Guys and Win

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, February 13, 2012 at 6:30pm-7:30pm) Adults

Internet criminals are out there, working to steal your stuff, or to use your computer behind your back to steal other people's stuff. In his free workshop, computer security expert Dave Moore will expose the bad guy's schemes, teaching you how to Fight the Internet Bad Guys and Win. Cosponsors: Friends of Libraries in Oklahoma and Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

AARP Tax aid

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

Gaming Club

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Come join the fun at your library! Everything from chess to Xbox Kinect will be available to play. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. You don't want to miss out!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is a fun class, using eight-forms. . Accumulating evidence suggests that Tai Chi eight-form exercises is an effective means of improving balance, functional limitations, and strengthening muscles, which reduces the risk of falling. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be done in almost any location. It also helps to build confidence from the fear of falling, which is commonly found in a community of older adults. It will also offer other benefits for all ages, including improved posture, strengthening muscles and flexibility, improved mental and physical health, improved musculoskeletal and cardiovascular conditions, improved sleep and stress reduction, to name a few. Class is free, but space is limited, so sign up at the reference desk. Will meet Tuesday and Thursday evening.

AARP Tax aid

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

Teen Crafts

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Come join us every third Thursday of the month for a arts and craft extravaganza! A different craft project every month. Don't miss out on the fun!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) Teens and older

The Belle of Amherst

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 7:00pm-8:30pm) over 15

The famous and eccentric spinster Emily Dickinson, although plain and reclusive, had an intoxicating exuberance for life. In "The Belle of Amherst" playwright William Luce creates an entertaining and anecdotal accounting of Ms Dickinson's life and art starring Ginger Grace as the passionate and mysterious poet.

AARP Tax aid

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 9:00am-12:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Service Core of Retired Executives

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) Adults

If you are interested in starting a new business or are a business owner in need of assistance, counseling is available on the first and third Saturday of the month. The Service Core of Retired Executives (SCORE) will offer free confidential assistance for small business owners, one on one. Sign up at the Reference desk for an appt.

Co-Sponsor: Service Core of Retired Executives (SCORE)

Metro OKC Knit Guild Group Meeting

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Sunday, February 19, 2012) Teens and 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 and examples of charity knitting projects. For questions about the group email at Mschoir01@gmail.com, Melissa.ryan@tinker.af.mil or call 361-2044 or 739-5799.

ESL

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, February 20, 2012)

Improve your English in this free class for people who are new to the English language. For questions and to register, call Oklahoma City Community College Adult Learning Center at 686-6222. Co-Sponsor: OCCC Adult Learning Center

Belle Isle Anime/Manga Club

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, February 20, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Every third Monday of the month from 4-5pm share and discuss your favorite Anime and Manga. Screen new Anime episodes! *Anime may contain material that is considered unsuitable for ages 13 and younger.

AARP Tax aid

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

Gaming Club

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Come join the fun at your library! Everything from chess to Xbox Kinect will be available to play. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. You don't want to miss out!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

AARP Tax aid

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) Teens and older

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

AARP Tax aid

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 9:00am-12:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

ESL

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, February 27, 2012) Adults

AARP Tax aid

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

Gaming Club

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 4:00pm-5:00pm) Teens

Come join the fun at your library! Everything from chess to Xbox Kinect will be available to play. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. You don't want to miss out!

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

AARP Tax aid

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 9:00am-1:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Book Discussion Group featuring the Great Books

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 6:30pm-8:30pm) teens and up

A Great Books discussion group meets at Belle Isle. The group uses the shared inquiry method, led by Steve Overman, a certified discussion leader. The only requirement for attending a Great Books meeting is that you read the selection to be discussed. You need not attend all meetings. To sign up or get additional information ask at the library or contact Steve Overman, 509-2363 or sjoverman@cox.net.

English Classes: English as a Second Language

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) teens and up

This is an ongoing enrollment with Oklahoma City Public Schools. Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills in this free class for people who are new to the English language. For questions and to register, come to the class.

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Class

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 5:30pm-6:30pm) teens and up

AARP Tax aid

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 09:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 9:00am-12:00pm) All Ages

Co-Sponsor: AARP

Service Core of Retired Executives

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 09:30:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 9:30am-12:30pm) Adults

Co-Sponsor: Service Core of Retired Executives (SCORE)

Children Reading to Dogs

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:00:00 CDT

Belle Isle (Monday, March 5, 2012 at 6:00pm-7:00pm) 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! The dogs and their owners are certified therapy teams. Bring your own book or borrow one from us!