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Gaming Night

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for two hours of Gaming Club! Meet other teens who love games and play games of every kind. There will be board games, tabletop games, card games, and Nintendo Switch games..

Registration is not required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for two hours of Gaming Club! Meet other teens who love games and play games of every kind. There will be board games, tabletop games, card games, and Nintendo Switch games..

Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Crafternoon

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Makerspace (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Make and Takes:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

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

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Bleach Paint T-Shirts

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Express your style with bleach painting on t-shirts! Perfect for teens who love to stand out! Bring a cotton t-shirt in any color but white and use our supplies to create your own one-of-a-kind wearable art!

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

Express your style with bleach painting on t-shirts! Perfect for teens who love to stand out! Bring a cotton t-shirt in any color but white and use our supplies to create your own one-of-a-kind wearable art!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Color Our World : Teens & Adults with OKCMOA

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

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

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mini Make & Paint

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

This is a two part program! Week 2: Paint

Use acrylic paint to give your finished 3D figurine specific and vibrant details.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is a two part program! Week 2: Paint

Use acrylic paint to give your finished 3D figurine specific and vibrant details.

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 event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Teens, do you love to read? Adults, do you love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, do you love to read? Adults, do you love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Feeding Program

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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. 

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, July 25, 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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Community Room

Friday, July 25, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Locker Lamps

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Illuminate those textbooks! As summer winds down, and you start thinking about back-to-school, what better way to get ready to hit the books again than to craft a cool locker accessory?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Illuminate those textbooks! As summer winds down, and you start thinking about back-to-school, what better way to get ready to hit the books again than to craft a cool locker accessory?

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

BattleBots & Chill

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us for an afternoon of fun, music, and friendly competition! Battle it out with BattleBots while listening to great tunes and enjoying each other's company.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of fun, music, and friendly competition! Battle it out with BattleBots while listening to great tunes and enjoying each other's company.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Design a Journal Cover

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Journal Cover

 

 

 

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

Journal Cover

 

 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

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

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Lost History, Arts Edition: Rediscovering Tales of Oklahoma's Past

Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past (and present!) in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma historians and artists.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you probably didn't cover in your Oklahoma His

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past (and present!) in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma historians and artists.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you probably didn't cover in your Oklahoma His

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Summer Scrapbooking Club

Sunday, July 27, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEM Club - Solar Ovens

Monday, July 28, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Feeding Program

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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. 

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

SUMMER MEAL

Monday, July 28, 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.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Design and 3D Print

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
STEAM:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session wi...

Come learn how to use CAD software and 3D modeling to prepare designs for 3D printing. We'll show you how to turn common shapes and turn them into amazing creations. We'll also help you bring some of them to life with our 3D printer!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

Come learn how to use CAD software and 3D modeling to prepare designs for 3D printing. We'll show you how to turn common shapes and turn them into amazing creations. We'll also help you bring some of them to life with our 3D printer!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEM Club - Solar Ovens

Monday, July 28, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pokemon Club

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Urban Poets

Monday, July 28, 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?

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

SUMMER MEAL

Tuesday, July 29, 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.

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.