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Nature's Open Book

All Day 4/1 - 5/31
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature's Open Book, a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature's Open Book, a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! 

Poetry Month Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/6 - 4/19
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a fun, creative take-home kit that brings poetry into your everyday life. Ages 16+. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a fun, creative take-home kit that brings poetry into your everyday life. Ages 16+. While supplies last.

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.

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

Birds & Bones: Owl Pellet Dissection Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/6 - 4/20
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Owls swallow their prey whole, and their digestive systems separate flesh from bone. Later, they regurgitate compact pellets containing undigested skeleton bones.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Owls swallow their prey whole, and their digestive systems separate flesh from bone. Later, they regurgitate compact pellets containing undigested skeleton bones.

Birdwatching Seek & Find

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Go on a birdwatching adventure—inside the library! Search high and low to spot hidden Oklahoma birds throughout the building. Follow each QR code that will take you on a journey to learn more about the bird species.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:

Go on a birdwatching adventure—inside the library! Search high and low to spot hidden Oklahoma birds throughout the building. Follow each QR code that will take you on a journey to learn more about the bird species.

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

Skull Detective: Guess Which Animal Skull is Which!

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come check out the display of 3D printed replicas of various animal skulls at the Ralph Ellison Library! Guess which animal each skull belongs to and bring your answers to a staff member at the desk for a prize!*

*while supplies last

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

Come check out the display of 3D printed replicas of various animal skulls at the Ralph Ellison Library! Guess which animal each skull belongs to and bring your answers to a staff member at the desk for a prize!*

*while supplies last

AfternoonTea Take Home Kit

04/06/2026 @ 8:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 4:00pm
Onsite (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come Celebrate National Afternoon Tea Month with a teatime take home kit!

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Onsite (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come Celebrate National Afternoon Tea Month with a teatime take home kit!

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!

April Creative Writing Chapbook

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 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!

April Mindfulness Journal

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 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! 

Fan Fiction/Fan Art Gallery

All Day 4/7 - 4/17
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

Poetry Month Book Box

All Day 4/7 - 4/30
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a book box created to spark your own writing!

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a book box created to spark your own writing!

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!

Poetic Mindfulness Journal Take Home Kit

04/13/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/19/2026 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Poetry Month with a Poetic Mindfulness Journal, created for teens and adults who have either never written a poem before or been published many times.

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

Celebrate Poetry Month with a Poetic Mindfulness Journal, created for teens and adults who have either never written a poem before or been published many times.

Carefree Plant: Make Your Own Bead Plant

All Day 4/15 - 4/21
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you have trouble keeping your plants alive? Take home this kit and make your own carefree plant! No upkeep needed. This kit includes beads, wire, and a pot to create your own non-living plant. 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Do you have trouble keeping your plants alive? Take home this kit and make your own carefree plant! No upkeep needed. This kit includes beads, wire, and a pot to create your own non-living plant. 

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.

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 and Coffee

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Community and Coffee:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer question...

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

This meeting will have some special activities related to National Poetry Month! 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out.

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

This meeting will have some special activities related to National Poetry Month! 

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tia Chi experience is helpful.

Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tia Chi experience is helpful.

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
Cover of The Nightingale showing the Eiffel Tower viewed through a rain-spotted window superimposed with a gold nightingale graphic.

Village Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Clubs:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjo...

On April 16, we will be discussing The

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

On April 16, we will be discussing The

Game Night

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

Image of a 20-sided dice with the Metro logo on it, on a green background

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (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!

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (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!

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

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

Podcasting 101 Episode 1: Concept and Planning

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Interested in entering the world of podcasts and content creation?

Do you have a story to tell or expertise to share with the world?

Don't know how to start?

Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in entering the world of podcasts and content creation?

Do you have a story to tell or expertise to share with the world?

Don't know how to start?