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.

Guess How Many Books are in the Ralph Ellison Library?

All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:

In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person.

Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

Eclipse Viewing Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Don't have Solar Eclipse Glasses to view the April Solar Eclipse?

Eclipse Watch 2024

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Come watch the solar eclipse with us at the library! We will set up outside with solar eclipse glasses and other cool ways to watch the eclipse without harming your eyes!

Don't look up without these glasses!

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. 

Celebrate the Eclipse!

1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Oklahoma City will be almost in the path of totality for today's solar eclipse! The library will have eclipse glasses available to view the eclipse outside in our courtyard.

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. 

Eclipse Popup Event

1:30pm - 2:00pm
24/7 Library Kiosk at Mitch Park
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Library Branch: 24/7 Library Kiosk at Mitch Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Can't find eclipse glasses? Join us at the Del City Library for a communal eclipse viewing! We'll share a few glasses and ring in this historic event as a community together.

Eclipse Art Time

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Midwest City Library
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Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Prepare to witness the awesome celestial event of the total solar eclipse!

Join us as we gather in front of the library and under the open sky to look at the sun while making chalk art.