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STEM Club - Science Fun!

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Tallest Paper Tower Challenge

In this engineering challenge, you will use limited materials to build a paper tower as

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

Tallest Paper Tower Challenge

In this engineering challenge, you will use limited materials to build a paper tower as

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.

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

First Amendment Heroes: James Madison

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for our First Amendment Heroes series with a special edition for Constitution Day.  This month we will be focusing on the Father of the Constitution himself, James Madison!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for our First Amendment Heroes series with a special edition for Constitution Day.  This month we will be focusing on the Father of the Constitution himself, James Madison!

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.

Make Your Own Candy

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Hey Teens! Love candy? Love sour candy? Join us at Ralph Ellison Library, we're going to be experimenting with Kool-Aid, sugar and citric acid. Make your candy super sweet or suuuuuper sour!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Hey Teens! Love candy? Love sour candy? Join us at Ralph Ellison Library, we're going to be experimenting with Kool-Aid, sugar and citric acid. Make your candy super sweet or suuuuuper sour!

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.

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Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Spice Chronicles Ch 9: Chaat Masala

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Spice Chronicles Ch 9: Chaat Masala

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Image of the "We the People" part of the Constitution.

Constitution Day: Make Your Own Constitution Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15 - 9/21
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance.

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!

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

Register! Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit (LETTER KNOWLEDGE)

All Day 9/15 - 9/21
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

This kit requires registration as it includes library books that need to be checked out with an active library card. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

This kit requires registration as it includes library books that need to be checked out with an active library card. 

Disclaimer(s)

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!

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

Papel Picado Garland Take Home Kit

09/15/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/12/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool 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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (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!

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

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

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

Imagine with green background that and pick circles that says "Music Monday, Belle Isle Library"

Music Monday

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Sing, play, and move at Music Monday! Through interactive songs and activities, children will not only strengthen early literacy skills but also boost their language, cognitive, social, and creative abilities.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Sing, play, and move at Music Monday! Through interactive songs and activities, children will not only strengthen early literacy skills but also boost their language, cognitive, social, and creative abilities.

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. 

Storytime

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool 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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (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!

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

U.S. CONSTITUTION ESCAPE ROOM (4th-8th GRADES)

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Crack the Code of History!

Mission: Decode. Discover. Escape!

Join us for an epic escape room adventure where YOU are on a mission to unlock the mysteries of the U.S. Constitution!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Crack the Code of History!

Mission: Decode. Discover. Escape!

Join us for an epic escape room adventure where YOU are on a mission to unlock the mysteries of the U.S. Constitution!

YMCA-Jump & Shout!

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids

Jump, crawl, stretch, and groove in this high energy movement class designed just for kids! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Jump, crawl, stretch, and groove in this high energy movement class designed just for kids! 

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. 

Children Reading to Dogs

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest 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.

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
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. 

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

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.

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

US Constitution Escape Room

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

The U.S. Constitution Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the room reading comprehension passage, answering questions and solving puzzles!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

The U.S. Constitution Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the room reading comprehension passage, answering questions and solving puzzles!

Rocket Readers

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Chalk the Walk

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoors (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Outdoors (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

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. 

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/16 - 9/20
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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