TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

Musictime for Babies

9:00am - 9:45am
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

This session is specifically for babies up to age 24 months

Each participating child must be registered

Musictime for Children (ages 2-5)

10:00am - 10:45am
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Each participating child must be registered

Story Time in the Park!

10:00am - 11:00am
Harrah Library
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Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Offsite (Harrah)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime in the pavilion at Harrah Heritage Park!

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 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. 

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

The Age of Impressionism for Kids with OKCMOA

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Learn artistic skills and make a beautiful piece of art! Join an OKCMOA teaching artist to learn about the summer exhibition True Nature: Rodin and the Age of Impressionism. Then, create your own masterpiece to take home.

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

10:30am - 11:30am
Nicoma Park Library
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Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Musictime for Children (ages 2-5

11:00am - 11:45am
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Each participating child must be registered

The Age of Impressionism for Teens with OKCMOA

11:00am - 12:00pm
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Explore painting in the Impressionist style. Join an OKCMOA teaching artist to learn about the summer exhibition True Nature: Rodin and the Age of Impressionism and create your own work of art to take home. 

Cancelled

Live Piano in the Atrium

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Enjoy beautiful piano playing provided by a wonderful volunteer in our atrium every Monday and Friday from 12pm-1pm. Bring your lunch or grab a bite from Not Your Average Joe's Coffee Shop located right next door. 

Summer Meal

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 PM at Ralph Ellison Library. 

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding program. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

OKC Mobile Market

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Creativity Lab: Duct Tape Monsters

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Get creative on Fridays this summer at the library! This week we're making adorable duck tape monsters. Supplies provided. Spots are limited so register now.

Locomotion: How Animals Move with Museum of Osteology

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

(1st and 2nd grade) Locomotion: How Animals Move familiarizes students with a key feature to animal survival: locomotion. Much can be learned from observing the bones associated with motion: diet, predator-prey relationships, etc.

Wally's Wisdom: Friendship (Ages 3-7)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

What does it mean to be a friend? Our summer reading theme is "All Together Now," so come learn about how to be a good friend and neighbor from Wally the puppet and his friend Mr. Dan.

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. 

O.W.L. Camp

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we would like you to sign up for our week of courses!

To the Moon and Beyond!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

To the Moon and Beyond! NASA is preparing to re-launch missions to the Moon! Come and use your creativity and imagination to design “out of this world” arts and crafts. Information about the original moon landing will also be included.

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. 

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.