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Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

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

Create, Craft, & Chat!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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: Lyric Theatre "Oklahoma!"

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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 "Kids" group.

Creativity in Full Color with Science Museum Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Capture the magic of transformation by turning a simple, single-color shape into a piece of art! Navigate an obstacle course filled with sensory challenges and imaginative play.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Capture the magic of transformation by turning a simple, single-color shape into a piece of art! Navigate an obstacle course filled with sensory challenges and imaginative play.

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.

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.

Turn Your Idea Into a Comic

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Have an idea for a comic, but not sure where to start? This program will show the steps of designing characters, writing scripts with strong beats, and laying out pages, everything you need to know to get your comic started. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have an idea for a comic, but not sure where to start? This program will show the steps of designing characters, writing scripts with strong beats, and laying out pages, everything you need to know to get your comic started. 

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

Game Day

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Threads of Tradition: Beading Our Cultural Colors

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

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

Positive Parenting

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This 6 week interactive class works with parents to build a toolbox full of education, tips, tricks, and strategies for supportive parenting. 

Topics Include: 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

This 6 week interactive class works with parents to build a toolbox full of education, tips, tricks, and strategies for supportive parenting. 

Topics Include: 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Rainbow of Rocks!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

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 "Kids" group.

Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Summer Reading Buddies

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Reading Buddies:

Want to make your reading score soar? Simply read! Reading for just 20 minutes a day is guaranteed to improve your reading skills. Children will have the opportunity to read one-on...

Show up any time between 3:30 and 4:45 in the afternoon every Wednesday this summer to work on reaching your Summer Reading goal. Each week will include a fun theme and a prize for kids who participate!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Want to make your reading score soar? Simply read! Reading for just 20 minutes a day is guaranteed to improve your reading skills. Children will have the opportunity to read one-on-one with our community volunteers, play word games, and get excited about reading.

Show up any time between 3:30 and 4:45 in the afternoon every Wednesday this summer to work on reaching your Summer Reading goal. Each week will include a fun theme and a prize for kids who participate!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Writing Wednesday

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Do you want to improve your English? Free English classes for the community. You can join our classes at any point.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Do you want to improve your English? Free English classes for the community. You can join our classes at any point.

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

Indigenous Gardening

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafting Christmas in July

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Come and "chill" out with some Christmas ornament crafts! There will be 4-5 Christmas ornament crafts with supplies and directions provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come and "chill" out with some Christmas ornament crafts! There will be 4-5 Christmas ornament crafts with supplies and directions provided.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (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 B (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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Painting with Wool with Oklahoma Contemporary

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

1st Baptist YMCA

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30pm
Children's Area (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre "Oklahoma!"

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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 17, 2025 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 "Adults" group.

Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Threads of Tradition: Beading Our Cultural Colors

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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