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A Cardholder's Quest

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Kids, Teens, Adults
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:

Experience the Almonte Library in brand new ways by accepting this expedition. Follow prompts and unravel all the quest's answers to receive an adventure reward and enter in a prize bundle drawing!

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month!

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

September is National Library Card sign-up month. Visit the Southern Oaks Library and sign-up for a card during this month to enter our weekly drawing for great prizes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Bags

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

September Mindfulness Journal

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

SO's Pen Pals Fall 2024

09/09/2024 @ 12:00pm - 10/13/2024 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

State Fair Carnival Rides Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/16 - 9/21
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue

Step right up to an enchanting crafting adventure! Get ready to experience the whimsy of the state fair right in your own hands!

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mini Painting for Hispanic Heritage Month Kit

09/16/2024 @ 8:00am - 09/30/2024 @ 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by taking home this mini painting kit and learning about celebrated Hispanic artists! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Constitution Week Kit

All Day 9/17 - 9/22
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Drop by the Village Library for a Constitution Week Kit, sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Card Sign-up Month Giveaway

All Day 9/17 - 9/22
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

September is National Library Card Sign-up month. Visit the library and sign-up for a card in September to get a prize! A library card connects people of all ages to a world of new ideas and information resources.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Build Your Own Dog Kit

All Day 9/18 - 9/25
Kids
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Create your own adorable dog-themed art with this fun and easy take-home kit! This lets you build and personalize a unique dog figure, perfect for kids.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Paperclip Bookmarks

09/18/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/07/2024 @ 10:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Fashion together a paperclip bookmark, an adorable way to mark your page in your favorite novel. You can make your paperclip bookmark fun and purposeful all in about 10 minutes with this kit. Each kit makes two bookmarks.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Forest Friends Toddler Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Hey Toddlers! Come and play with some of your favorite animals that live in the forest!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

ScissorTales

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime!

We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Keys: Media Literacy - Avoiding the Bad Stuff Online

10:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Let's face it. The online world is an ever-changing landscape and it can be hard to keep up. As technology evolves, so do the risks and challenges.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy 101

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Relax and Read at the Park

10:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Offsite - Adult (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

When's the last time you took a moment to yourself to read or enjoy nature? Research shows both reading and spending time outside have been linked to decreased stress levels and improved mood. Come relax and read outside with us at Hafer Park.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Forest Friends Tear Down

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Teardown time from Toddler Playtime

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

A History and Taste: Pozole

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Belle Isle Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us for a sampling and discussion of the traditional Hispanic dish, Pozole Rojo.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library! 

Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This month, we will be discussing Stateless by Elizabeth Wein.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Talk Like a Pirate Day Party

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day with us! Join us for a real swashbuckling adventure! In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day, we we will have a scavenger hunt, pirate costume contest, crafts, games, and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us, with fiber artist Darci Lenker, in creating 2D needle felt architecture paintings. After class browse through and checkout a book from the Oklahoma Contemporary Art Reference Library visiting the Del City Library.