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April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

National Library Week Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

April 7th through April 14th is National Library Week! Swing by Southern Oaks Library to celebrate with a scavenger hunt that will be available all month. Explore all of the resour...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs
Event Description:

April 7th through April 14th is National Library Week! Swing by Southern Oaks Library to celebrate with a scavenger hunt that will be available all month.

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Teen Book Boxes (Signup)

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Take Home Kit: Cotton, Clover, Peanuts

All Day 4/1 - 5/3
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Interested in learning more about agriculture in Oklahoma?  This take-home kit can introduce kids ages 4-10 to several of Oklahoma's cash crops and includes information about ...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Interested in learning more about agriculture in Oklahoma?  This take-home kit can introduce kids ages 4-10 to several of Oklahoma's cash crops and includes information about their history in the state and their role in agriculture today.

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.

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

The cover to the April Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a photograph of a ceiling designed in an Arabic-influenced geometric pattern with a gold, brown, and splashes of light blue.

April Creative Writing Chapbook

04/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Cover to the April Mindfulness Journal, which features a eucalyptus branch on the back cover and on the front covers is a photograph of tree blooming with white-petaled flowers.

April Mindfulness Journal

04/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Poetry Walk

All Day 4/10 - 4/30
Outdoors (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Enjoy some poetry while you take a walk! Walk the Village's Poetry Walk alone or with family, friends, or neighbors. Read a poem, a line at a time, while you go as slow or fast as ...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Outdoors (The Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Enjoy some poetry while you take a walk! Walk the Village's Poetry Walk alone or with family, friends, or neighbors. Read a poem, a line at a time, while you go as slow or fast as you like!

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.

Teen Question Board

All Day 4/10 - 4/30
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Every month we ask a question, and we want to see your answers! Stop by the teen area every month to see the new question, and leave your opinion on a sticky note.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Every month we ask a question, and we want to see your answers!

Stop by the teen area every month to see the new question, and leave your opinion on a sticky note.

birdwatching for beginners image of birds

Birdwatching for Beginners: Take Home Kit

All Day 4/20 - 4/30
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Looking for a new hobby? Birding is a great activity you can do in your backyard, on your lunchbreak or on summer vacation. Learn more about how to get started with this informatio...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Looking for a new hobby? Birding is a great activity you can do in your backyard, on your lunchbreak or on summer vacation.

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.

Coding Club: Homeschool Edition

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition! Come join us this April and May as we use Fiero.com to learn different coding languages! Guests will have the chance to learn HTML, SQL, Jav...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition!

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our c...

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

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

After School Games Flyer

After School Games

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us on Mondays for an hour of video games after school!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us on Mondays for an hour of video games after school!

Maker Mondays

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event.

Pokemon Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

Lofi girl desk

Lofi Study Hall

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have the perfect place for you!

The Urban Poets

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

April is National Poetry Month, so be sure to join us for a special speaker! We'll have a workshop, "Finding Your Voice: A Poet’s Journey to Self Expression" a transformative works...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

April is National Poetry Month, so be sure to join us for a special speaker!

Bricks and Beats Logo

Bricks and Beats

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us on the last Monday of the month for this free-play LEGO space for teens and adults. Bricks and relaxing lo-fi tunes will be provided. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us on the last Monday of the month for this free-play LEGO space for teens and adults. Bricks and relaxing lo-fi tunes will be provided. No registration required. 

Paint and Pop at Del City

Teen Paint and Pop!

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Follow along and create your own painted masterpiece while enjoying some of Pop's most unique sodas! Teens ages 12-18

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Follow along and create your own painted masterpiece while enjoying some of Pop's most unique sodas!

Teens ages 12-18

Many multicolored multisided dice.

D&D Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventurers, the glittering intrigue of the Radiant Citadel awaits you. Run through dense markets and breathe in the scent of spices at nightfall. Join the throngs of people clamor...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Adventurers, the glittering intrigue of the Radiant Citadel awaits you. Run through dense markets and breathe in the scent of spices at nightfall. Join the throngs of people clamoring at an extravagant parade.

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.

Slime Series

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

What time is it? Slime time!! This STEAM series is a fun way to make a variety of different slimes. It's going to be slime- tastic!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

What time is it? Slime time!! This STEAM series is a fun way to make a variety of different slimes. It's going to be slime- tastic!

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. 

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.