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Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!

Crochet Night: Water Bottle Bag

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. We will be making a water bottle bag. Kits available while supplies last. One kit per person. 

 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. We will be making a water bottle bag. Kits available while supplies last. One kit per person. 

 

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

Community Room

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Kids Cafe Friyay

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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

Southern Oaks Chess Club

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

Come Create Beautiful Clay Decor for Your Home - August 23, Warr Acres Library, 10 am-11:30 am

Clay Tile Wall Creations

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn to create beautiful wall decor with clay. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn to create beautiful wall decor with clay. 

Citizenship Classes with OIC CANCELLED

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

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

Dig Into Composting! Worm workshop

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Join us at the Bethany Library on Saturday, August 23rd, for a hands-on science activity! Together, we'll dig into the wonderful and smelly world of compost!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us at the Bethany Library on Saturday, August 23rd, for a hands-on science activity! Together, we'll dig into the wonderful and smelly world of compost!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Logo for Pink Pony Club, featuring a pony with rainbow mane wearing a pink cowboy hat

Pink Pony Club

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Guys, Gals, and Nonbinary Pals, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Guys, Gals, and Nonbinary Pals, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies!

Yoga

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for all level Yoga classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for all level Yoga classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

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.

Join us for a Tutu Workshop at the Ralph Ellison Library on August 24th, 2 PM to 315 PM. Registration opens July 27th at noon!

Tutu Workshop

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come have fun and make your very own tutu! This free workshop is great for kids of all ages. We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your creativity! No sewing needed. Enjoy music, crafts, and lots of colorful fun.

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

Come have fun and make your very own tutu! This free workshop is great for kids of all ages. We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your creativity! No sewing needed. Enjoy music, crafts, and lots of colorful fun.

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. 

Summer Scrapbooking Club

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

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

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

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

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

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

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

DIY Welcome Door Sign Take-Home Kit

All Day 8/25 - 8/29
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Would you like a welcome sign for your front door? Come get this kit and create one yourself! Learn how to make a bow and change it out with the different seasons!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Would you like a welcome sign for your front door? Come get this kit and create one yourself! Learn how to make a bow and change it out with the different seasons!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

(Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags

All Day 8/25 - 8/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up!

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!

Take-Home Kit: Miniature State Fair Foods

All Day 8/25 - 8/30
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Love fair food? Can't get enough sweets and snacks? Pick up this kit to create your own fair food favorites. ​Kit contains clay, pastels, and other supplies to create tiny versions of some of your favorite fair foods!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love fair food? Can't get enough sweets and snacks? Pick up this kit to create your own fair food favorites. ​Kit contains clay, pastels, and other supplies to create tiny versions of some of your favorite fair foods!

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.

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

STEM Club - Giant Bubbles

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!

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!

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

Monday, August 25, 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

STEM Club - Giant Bubbles

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

The Urban Poets

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Open Mic Poetry Night. Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent?

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

Open Mic Poetry Night. Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent?

Teen & Tween D&D - The Lost Mine of Phandelver

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library as we open our fall Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Mondays this fall as we embark on a brand-new campaign with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library as we open our fall Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Mondays this fall as we embark on a brand-new campaign with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Red and blue state fair pennants

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

08/26/2025 @ 9:30am to 08/30/2025 @ 4:30pm
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

🎡🍿🎟️Throwback Vibes Only🎟️🍿🎡

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

🎡🍿🎟️Throwback Vibes Only🎟️🍿🎡

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.

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.

Pink Pony Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Gather with other teens in an open and welcoming after-school space where everyone is free to be who they are. We will share experiences and do fun activities including small crafts.

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

Gather with other teens in an open and welcoming after-school space where everyone is free to be who they are. We will share experiences and do fun activities including small crafts.