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CANCELLED Paw-sitive Solutions for Dog Overpopulation

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Dog overpopulation is a significant challenge affecting pets and people in our community. But here's the good news: we can work together to create real change! 

Cancelled
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Dog overpopulation is a significant challenge affecting pets and people in our community. But here's the good news: we can work together to create real change! 

Intro to Camping

Intro to Camping

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you want to go on your first camping trip but aren’t sure where to start? This class is for you!

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

Do you want to go on your first camping trip but aren’t sure where to start? This class is for you!

September Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

September Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

September Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

September Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

September Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

State Fair Pennant Take Home Kits

All Day
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, 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: Bethany Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, 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.

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.

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2 - 9/6
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.

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
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.

Clothespin Shark Craft Take-Home Kit

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/09/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Visit the Ralph Ellison Library to pick up a Clothespin Shark Craft Kit and create two vibrant, colorful sharks of your own. The kit includes everything you need except for glue.

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

Visit the Ralph Ellison Library to pick up a Clothespin Shark Craft Kit and create two vibrant, colorful sharks of your own. The kit includes everything you need except for glue.

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.

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

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 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

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!

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!

September Mindfulness Journal

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
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! 

Teen Book Bags

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

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

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

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

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

Young Readers' Lounge

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

A cozy, fun-filled space where kids choose a themed book to read aloud with a sibling, friend, parent, or librarian. After reading time, enjoy games that introduce and reinforce literacy skills, like Bananagrams, Sequence Letters, and Quiddler.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

A cozy, fun-filled space where kids choose a themed book to read aloud with a sibling, friend, parent, or librarian. After reading time, enjoy games that introduce and reinforce literacy skills, like Bananagrams, Sequence Letters, and Quiddler.

Teen Afternoon

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

It's teen time at the library! Come join in on the fun every other Tuesday while we play video games, board games, be crafty, techy, or just hang out and make new friends! Have an idea for a teen program? We want to hear from you!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It's teen time at the library! Come join in on the fun every other Tuesday while we play video games, board games, be crafty, techy, or just hang out and make new friends! Have an idea for a teen program? We want to hear from you!

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag

All Day 9/3 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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.

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!

Community Room

Wednesday, September 3, 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.

Craft & Chat!

Wednesday, September 3, 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!

Homework Help at the Library

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Event Description:

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

mini art paintings

Mini Masterpieces

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Think small, create big! Join us for a relaxing teen art session where you'll paint your own mini canvas masterpiece. We'll display all the finished pieces in our teen gallery for the community to enjoy.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Think small, create big! Join us for a relaxing teen art session where you'll paint your own mini canvas masterpiece. We'll display all the finished pieces in our teen gallery for the community to enjoy.

Backpack charms create with pony beads. Snake, Lizard, and cupcake.

Backpack Charms

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Kids and Teens, please join us in making backpack charms with Pony Beads.  You can hang these on your backpack or anywhere for decoration. You can make animals, characters, or anything your imagination thinks up!

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Kids and Teens, please join us in making backpack charms with Pony Beads.  You can hang these on your backpack or anywhere for decoration. You can make animals, characters, or anything your imagination thinks up!

Scrapbooking Club

Thursday, September 4, 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.