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Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre - “The Lorax”

Thursday, July 16, 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

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

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:

In this uncanny adventure, a group of quirky townspeople discover what happens when their bright ideas start to outgrow their beautiful world.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Boneheads: A Peek Inside the Past

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Are those teeth built for crunching plants, slicing meat, or a bit of both?

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 9, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are those teeth built for crunching plants, slicing meat, or a bit of both?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, July 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
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Route 66 Dragsters

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

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

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

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 "Kids" group

Storytelling Through Pictures

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

For thousands of years, artists have been telling stories using only pictures like cave paintings, Egyptian hieroglyphics, Medieval tapestries, and comic books today.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 2, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

For thousands of years, artists have been telling stories using only pictures like cave paintings, Egyptian hieroglyphics, Medieval tapestries, and comic books today.

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

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

Camp Cuddles-SCIENCE ROCKS! Stuffed Animal Camp

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Your stuffed animal friend (or other favorite toy) is invited to Science Camp at the Bethany Library! Drop them off Thursday, July 16 between 3pm-8pm and pick them up Thursday July 23th starting at 2 pm.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:07pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Your stuffed animal friend (or other favorite toy) is invited to Science Camp at the Bethany Library! Drop them off Thursday, July 16 between 3pm-8pm and pick them up Thursday July 23th starting at 2 pm.

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

Game Night

Thursday, July 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

Thursday, July 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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

CSI: Red River Shipwreck

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Slime Lab

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Get hands-on in Slime Lab, where you’ll mix, test, and customize your own slime. Experiment with colors, textures, and add-ins, fix slime fails, and learn what makes slime stretchy, crunchy, or glossy.

Registration Required
Registration will close on June 25, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get hands-on in Slime Lab, where you’ll mix, test, and customize your own slime. Experiment with colors, textures, and add-ins, fix slime fails, and learn what makes slime stretchy, crunchy, or glossy.

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

Podcasting 101 Episode 1: Concept and Planning

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Multimedia Lab (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 July 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Multimedia Lab (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?

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

In Stitches: T-Rex Cross Stitch

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come explore the fiber arts with us! All skill levels are welcome. Stay in Stitches this July as we unearth a story with a prehistoric twist—participants will cross-stitch a fearsome (and fun) T-Rex!

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

Come explore the fiber arts with us! All skill levels are welcome. Stay in Stitches this July as we unearth a story with a prehistoric twist—participants will cross-stitch a fearsome (and fun) T-Rex!

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Craft

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

crafts and creating

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

crafts and creating

This event is in the "Adults" group

U.S. Citizenship

Thursday, July 16, 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.

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

Storytime

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Practice early literacy skills through games, crafts and observations. Let's learn through the exploration of nature at the Luther Library.

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

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Practice early literacy skills through games, crafts and observations. Let's learn through the exploration of nature at the Luther Library.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
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...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

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

Circle of Parents Play Group

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 17, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Little Hands Art

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Bring your little ones for a fun-filled hour of open-ended art exploration at the library! Toddlers and preschoolers can get creative with a variety of hands-on activities, from finger painting to colorful sensory experiences.

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring your little ones for a fun-filled hour of open-ended art exploration at the library! Toddlers and preschoolers can get creative with a variety of hands-on activities, from finger painting to colorful sensory experiences.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Reading Rocks! with the Oklahoma Geological Survey

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres 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 17, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
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

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 17, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Market

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:45pm - 2:00pm
Offsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Meet and assist OCCHD representatives as well as handing out flyers and other information regarding Almonte Library events, programming and community related information.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Meet and assist OCCHD representatives as well as handing out flyers and other information regarding Almonte Library events, programming and community related information.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginners Line Dancing

Friday, July 17, 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 17, 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.

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

Route 66 Dragsters

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help the Oklahoma State Fair celebrate 100 years of Route 66 by creating your own classic car! Cars will be made out of toilet paper rolls, construction paper, and your own innovation. 

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

Game Day

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!