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How to Draw Dinosaurs

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to use reference to draw dinosaurs and create unique prehistoric creatures!

This program is designed for Teens and Adults. Must be twelve years or older to participate. 

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 9, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to use reference to draw dinosaurs and create unique prehistoric creatures!

This program is designed for Teens and Adults. Must be twelve years or older to participate. 

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.

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

Mixed Media Geode Drawings

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Inspired by the beauty of prehistoric geode formations, participants will create a one-of-a-kind geode-inspired artwork using drawing and mixed media techniques.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Inspired by the beauty of prehistoric geode formations, participants will create a one-of-a-kind geode-inspired artwork using drawing and mixed media techniques.

U.S. Citizenship

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

True Crime Club

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Are you fascinated by the mysterious, the unsolved, and the stories that chill to the bone? Or are cons and schemes more up your alley?

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

Are you fascinated by the mysterious, the unsolved, and the stories that chill to the bone? Or are cons and schemes more up your alley?

Harrah Story Time

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
All Ages Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Playtime

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Come play at the Warr Acres Library!

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

Come play at the Warr Acres Library!

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. 

Reading Rocks! with the Oklahoma Geological Survey

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Onsite (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey in a “please touch” program digging into Oklahoma’s ancient past.

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Onsite (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey in a “please touch” program digging into Oklahoma’s ancient past.

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

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, July 24, 2026 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.

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 1)

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Beginners Line Dancing

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Ribbon Recycle Bookmarks

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Kids will create a bookmark using old
Oklahoma State Fair ribbons to mark their
place in summer reading! Each participant will
receive a small grouping of ribbons and be
able to cut & create designs to glue to their

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

Kids will create a bookmark using old
Oklahoma State Fair ribbons to mark their
place in summer reading! Each participant will
receive a small grouping of ribbons and be
able to cut & create designs to glue to their

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. 

Who’s Who in the Zoo?

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

What can a skull tell us about an animal? In this exciting class, students will explore the five major animal classifications (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish) through the fascinating study of skulls.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

What can a skull tell us about an animal? In this exciting class, students will explore the five major animal classifications (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish) through the fascinating study of skulls.

Dino Diamond Painting Magnets

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Calling all kid and teen makers! You may have seen parents or adults in your life do large diamond paintings and wanting to do one too. But man those look like they are going to take a long time! Have no fear, the library is here!

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all kid and teen makers! You may have seen parents or adults in your life do large diamond paintings and wanting to do one too. But man those look like they are going to take a long time! Have no fear, the library is here!

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 2)

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

Friday, July 24, 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

Groovemeant - Oklahoma's elite hip hop street dancers and educators. Enjoy a streetdance showcase.

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

Groovemeant - Oklahoma's elite hip hop street dancers and educators. Enjoy a streetdance showcase.

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 3)

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

Chess Club

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome.

Cancelled
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome.

Storytime

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 24, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Larry the Snake Guy

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

In this program, long-time snake enthusiast and expert, Larry Daniel, invites the audience to engage in an open discussion about snakes.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

In this program, long-time snake enthusiast and expert, Larry Daniel, invites the audience to engage in an open discussion about snakes.

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

Gelli Plate Journaling

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Gelli Plate Journaling 

Enjoy Creating a Colorful "One-of-a-Kind Journal" 

made with Gelli Plate pages you create. 

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Gelli Plate Journaling 

Enjoy Creating a Colorful "One-of-a-Kind Journal" 

made with Gelli Plate pages you create. 

Squishy Circuits!

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us at the Bethany Library on Saturday, July 25th, for a STEAM activity! Squishy circuits are a fun and intuitive way to for kids to learn about voltage, circuits, and light-emitting diodes (LEDS). Spark your interest by attending this event!

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Bethany Library on Saturday, July 25th, for a STEAM activity! Squishy circuits are a fun and intuitive way to for kids to learn about voltage, circuits, and light-emitting diodes (LEDS). Spark your interest by attending this event!

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. 

LEGO Club

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

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

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

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. 

STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Two sets of multicolored hands reach from the top and bottom of the poster toward each other. At the top in purple is ACG, Adult Coloring Group. Below that it says "We are better together." At the bottom are the address of the Village Library and the Metro Library logo.

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available.