All libraries are closed Wednesday, 6/19 for Juneteenth National Independence Day.

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community at Scissortail Park Farmers Market

9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

Genealogy 101

10:00am - 12:00pm
Del City Library
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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
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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.

Salsa & Bachata Dance Adventure

10:30am - 11:30am
Edmond Library
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us for the first in our series of four summer dance adventures for teens and adults. Instructors from Latin Fusion Oklahoma will present a 1-hour class to teach us salsa and bachata.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

Geode Geologist

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Outdoors (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

How do geodes form? Why are they different colors? What kind of rocks are inside of geodes? Most importantly, how do you split them open? This program involves basic geode geology, then explores various types of rocks hands-on.

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. 

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

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
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Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

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.

Celebrate Juneteenth

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 93
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Southern Oaks Library! Children can attend a special Storytime provided by Thick Descriptions in the children's area. Attend a Poetry Reading provided by poets from the Society of Urban Poets in Oklahoma City.

Glow in the Dark Paint & Sip

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Turn of the lights, and we'll glow! It's a black light paint party! Join us as we create artwork with UV reactive paint that glows in the dark. We'll also sip on some glowing mocktails.

Teens only, please!

Unofficial Warhammer Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.

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.

Adventures in Needle-felting with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom EF (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Cont

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.

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