Earth Day

 

About Earth Day

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.

 

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Earth Day Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group

All Ages LEGO - Earth Day Celebration!

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Grab your imagination and leap into an Earth Day LEGO adventure! Join us as we celebrate our incredible planet by building lush rainforests, roaring oceans, wild animal habitats, wind turbines, solar cities, and more.

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

Worms Rule!

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 18, 2026 @ 9:59am.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Want to play with worms? 

The Oklahoma Gardeners Association will lead kids through a fun and interactive project to learn about worms. 

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

Spring: Intro to Foraging

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join an engaging foraging class with Josiah Parrish, Wilderness First Responder, and Founder of ForestDigital Outdoors

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 event is in the "Kids" group

Oil Spill Experiment (Earth Day) for Ages 8-12

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a hands-on experiment that blends science and environmental awareness. In this experiment, young scientists will investigate what happens when an oil spill occurs in a body of water and why it is so difficult to clean up.

This event is in the "Kids" group

After School Art Hour: Earth Day Mushroom Patch

4:30pm–6:00pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for After School Art Hour at the Midwest City Library! Connect with other children and caregivers while kiddos create masterpieces. Supplies will be provided by the library. Be aware, this could get messy!

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Neighborhood Forest Tree Pick-Up

3:00pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Neighborhood Forest Trees will be available for pick-up today at the Jones Library for folks that registered in advance.

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