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Hobby Sampler Studio: Decoupage Sculpture

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

In this session of the Hobby Sampler Studio learn the process of decoupage, which is the art of decorating objects by adhering pieces of paper to the surface of the object. Come prepared to get a little messy!

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 8, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

In this session of the Hobby Sampler Studio learn the process of decoupage, which is the art of decorating objects by adhering pieces of paper to the surface of the object. Come prepared to get a little messy!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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.

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

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

Storytime at the Park

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Offsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Enjoy stories and outdoor fun during this all-ages storytime at Cherokee Hills Park located on 6709 Cherokee Drive in Warr Acres.

It’s a great way to spend time reading, playing, and connecting with others!

 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Offsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Enjoy stories and outdoor fun during this all-ages storytime at Cherokee Hills Park located on 6709 Cherokee Drive in Warr Acres.

It’s a great way to spend time reading, playing, and connecting with others!

 

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 "Adults" group

Community and Coffee

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Community and Coffee:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer question...

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out.

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 16, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Time (with Special Guest Miss Joy!)

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre - “The Lorax”

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

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

Tots Thursdays

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 9, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre - “The Lorax”

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

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

SUMMER MEAL

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

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

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 12-1:30 p.m. 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre - “The Lorax”

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

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 "Kids" group

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Ahoy, adventurers -- there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers -- there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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 "Teens" group

Boneheads: A Peek Inside the Past

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Are those teeth built for crunching plants, slicing meat, or a bit of both?

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 9, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are those teeth built for crunching plants, slicing meat, or a bit of both?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Route 66 Dragsters

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

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

Storytelling Through Pictures

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

For thousands of years, artists have been telling stories using only pictures like cave paintings, Egyptian hieroglyphics, Medieval tapestries, and comic books today.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

For thousands of years, artists have been telling stories using only pictures like cave paintings, Egyptian hieroglyphics, Medieval tapestries, and comic books today.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Chaos Embroidery

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Inspired by the playful, over-the-top style of “chaos crafting,” create your own embroidered designs using letter beads, charms, colorful beads, and other fun embellishments.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Inspired by the playful, over-the-top style of “chaos crafting,” create your own embroidered designs using letter beads, charms, colorful beads, and other fun embellishments.

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

Camp Cuddles-SCIENCE ROCKS! Stuffed Animal Camp

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Your stuffed animal friend (or other favorite toy) is invited to Science Camp at the Bethany Library! Drop them off Thursday, July 16 between 3pm-8pm and pick them up Thursday July 23th starting at 2 pm.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:07pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Your stuffed animal friend (or other favorite toy) is invited to Science Camp at the Bethany Library! Drop them off Thursday, July 16 between 3pm-8pm and pick them up Thursday July 23th starting at 2 pm.

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

STEM Club- Juggling

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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

Game Night

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group

Village Book Club

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Clubs:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjo...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

CSI: Red River Shipwreck

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist