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America 250: The Declaration and Washington's Crossing

All Day 7/1 - 7/2
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Happy 250th Birthday America!  Come celebrate America's founding with Metro and Almonte!  On July 4th, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Happy 250th Birthday America!  Come celebrate America's founding with Metro and Almonte!  On July 4th, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

Neighborhood Arts: Hurrey-Up Cultural Arts Initiative

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Kizmet Theatre

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

A spirited performance by the young artists of Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre, featuring a mix of theatre, music, and movement. Fun for all ages!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

A spirited performance by the young artists of Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre, featuring a mix of theatre, music, and movement. Fun for all ages!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Hurrey-Up Cultural Arts Initiative

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Hurrey-Up Cultural Arts Initiative

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Hurrey-Up Cultural Arts Initiative

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Dig deep into the living history of West African culture through the power of drumming, dance, and storytelling!

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

CSI: Red River Shipwreck

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist

America 250: The Declaration and Washington's Crossing

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

Happy 250th Birthday America!  Come celebrate America's founding with Metro and Almonte!  On July 4th, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Happy 250th Birthday America!  Come celebrate America's founding with Metro and Almonte!  On July 4th, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.

Cabinet of Curiosities

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages

Have you unearthed an item with a story you would like to share? Bring your interesting items--rocks, 
bones, shells, fossils, etc.--to add to the library’s cabinet of curiosities! Fill out a short message on a label 

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Have you unearthed an item with a story you would like to share? Bring your interesting items--rocks, 
bones, shells, fossils, etc.--to add to the library’s cabinet of curiosities! Fill out a short message on a label 

Dinosaur Footprint Trinket Dish Take-Home Kit

All Day
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Create a dino-mite keepsake at home! This take-home kit includes everything you need to make a dinosaur footprint shaped trinket dish using airdry clay. Follow the included instructions to shape, decorate, and let your creation dry—no 

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Create a dino-mite keepsake at home! This take-home kit includes everything you need to make a dinosaur footprint shaped trinket dish using airdry clay. Follow the included instructions to shape, decorate, and let your creation dry—no 

Luther Scavenger Hunt

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

DIY Dinosaur Habitat

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Create your own prehistoric world! In this hands-on program, participants will build a terrarium using jars, decorative fillers, plants, and mini dinosaurs. Learn the basics of terrarium building, then take your dino habitat home to enjoy.

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

Create your own prehistoric world! In this hands-on program, participants will build a terrarium using jars, decorative fillers, plants, and mini dinosaurs. Learn the basics of terrarium building, then take your dino habitat home to enjoy.

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

Reading to Dogs

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Neighborhood Arts at Almonte

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment

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

The Caring Van Visit

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Outdoors (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Outdoors (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

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. 

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

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

OKC Improv presents "Whose Line Is It Anyway" style comedy full of audience interaction and comedy for all ages. Whether you're a child, a child at heart, or you just like your comedy wholesome and clean, this is the show for you!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

OKC Improv presents "Whose Line Is It Anyway" style comedy full of audience interaction and comedy for all ages. Whether you're a child, a child at heart, or you just like your comedy wholesome and clean, this is the show for you!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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

Yarn Painting

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Draw with glue and paint with yarn! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Draw with glue and paint with yarn! 

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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

OK! State Fair-Dino Puppets

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Kids will make their own dinosaur puppet using a brown paper sack. 

They will make two puppets- one to take home and one to enter into the Creative Arts contest to be displayed during the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair!

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Kids will make their own dinosaur puppet using a brown paper sack. 

They will make two puppets- one to take home and one to enter into the Creative Arts contest to be displayed during the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair!

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. 

CSI: Red River Shipwreck

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Based on the real events of the discovery of the shipwrecked Steamboat Heroine in the Red River, participants will use STEAM to "solve the mystery" of what was suddenly discovered at the bottom of the river and what it tells us about Oklahoma hist

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera – The Pirates Project! An Interactive Opera

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Ahoy, adventurers --  there are stories to unearth on the high seas!

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