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Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond 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.

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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
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.

Game Day

Wednesday, July 2, 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...

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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!

Family Button Painting

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Get ready for a super fun and creative family adventure at the library! Join us for an exciting event where you'll paint vibrant, one-of-a-kind pictures using colorful buttons!

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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Get ready for a super fun and creative family adventure at the library! Join us for an exciting event where you'll paint vibrant, one-of-a-kind pictures using colorful buttons!

Children reading-colorful

Summer Reading Buddies

Wednesday, July 2, 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!

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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!

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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. 

Creativity in Full Color with Science Museum Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle 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.

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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
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

Music with Ginger

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Musictime:

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, ...

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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. 

1st Baptist YMCA

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30pm
Children's Area (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Two women from Clips and Hips standing outside in dresses

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips

Thursday, July 3, 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  

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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

Music with Ginger

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Musictime:

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, ...

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
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.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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. 

Paint & Popsicles

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Get creative and cool off at the 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:

Get creative and cool off at the library! 

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. 

Emotion in Motion flyer with photo of performer Kelsey

Neighborhood Arts: Inspyral Circus "Emotion in Motion"

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (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!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (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. 

Two women from Clips and Hips standing outside in dresses

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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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

SUMMER MEAL

Thursday, July 3, 2025 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.

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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 12-1:30 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.

Two women from Clips and Hips standing outside in dresses

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, 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

Emotion in Motion flyer with photo of performer Kelsey

Neighborhood Arts: Inspyral Circus "Emotion in Motion"

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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

Game Night

Thursday, July 3, 2025 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.

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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.

A torn paper collage inspired by artist Edgar Heap of Birds' Neuf painting series

Honor Song: Torn Collage Take Home Kit

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Passive Program (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Create a torn paper collage inspired by artist Edgar Heap of Birds' Neuf painting series. Rip colorful paper into jagged pieces to create shapes like mountain peaks, rocky canyons, and tree leaves.

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Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Passive Program (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Create a torn paper collage inspired by artist Edgar Heap of Birds' Neuf painting series. Rip colorful paper into jagged pieces to create shapes like mountain peaks, rocky canyons, and tree leaves.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

OKC Metro Landmarks Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for an educational scavenger hunt about OKC metro landmarks! Find all the pictures of the landmarks hidden around the library and you can earn a prize! 

*Prizes available while supplies last.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for an educational scavenger hunt about OKC metro landmarks! Find all the pictures of the landmarks hidden around the library and you can earn a prize! 

*Prizes available while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Pages & Prose Parcels - Summer

Pages & Prose Parcel - Summer

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/15/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Pages & Prose Parcel- Summers is a three-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel- Summers is a three-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Storytime (Birth-PreK)

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Art Exploration

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

It's time to get messy with all of your favorite toddler and pre-k art activities!  Little ones will have the ability to use liquid paint, paint sticks, watercolor, stamps, and anything else we can find to make their own creations.  Open

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

It's time to get messy with all of your favorite toddler and pre-k art activities!  Little ones will have the ability to use liquid paint, paint sticks, watercolor, stamps, and anything else we can find to make their own creations.  Open

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. 

Emotion in Motion flyer with photo of performer Kelsey

Neighborhood Arts: Inspyral Circus "Emotion in Motion"

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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

Kelsey Nicole will play with audiences and explore the palette of emotions we all experience every day. We’ll learn to label and express our feelings and have empathy together.

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