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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. 

Reading Rocks! with the Oklahoma Geological Survey

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle 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 open on June 25, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
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

Shark Week! Diamond Painting Magnets

Thursday, July 9, 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 June 17, 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!

Reading Rocks! with the Oklahoma Geological Survey

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle 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 open on June 25, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
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

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Throwback Thursday: Slime

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

We’re bringing back one of the most iconic DIY trends—slime! Teens can mix up their own batches and experiment with different textures, colors, and add-ins to create the perfect gooey creation.

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

We’re bringing back one of the most iconic DIY trends—slime! Teens can mix up their own batches and experiment with different textures, colors, and add-ins to create the perfect gooey creation.

Teen Art Club

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

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

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

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.

Makerspace Crafternoon

Thursday, July 9, 2026 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!

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!

Science and Speculation: The Art of Creating Dinosaurs with SMO

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Unearth a Story with Almonte Library and Science Museum Oklahoma!  This program will be presented by Science Museum Oklahoma.

 

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
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!

Unearth a Story with Almonte Library and Science Museum Oklahoma!  This program will be presented by Science Museum Oklahoma.

 

Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Make sure you register today for Dungeons and Dragons and join the fun!

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 9, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Make sure you register today for Dungeons and Dragons and join the fun!

U.S. Citizenship

Thursday, July 9, 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.

Trivia Night

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Ready to go head to head in your not so trival knowldege!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Ready to go head to head in your not so trival knowldege!

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

Harrah Story Time

Friday, July 10, 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!

Paint & Popsicles

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

Get creative and cool off at the library! 

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

Get creative and cool off at the 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. 

Teen Quilt Clinic

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Learn to sew. Make something meaningful. In this hands-on quilting clinic, teens will learn basic sewing, cutting, and quilting skills while creating a collaborative quilt to donate to a teen in need.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn to sew. Make something meaningful. In this hands-on quilting clinic, teens will learn basic sewing, cutting, and quilting skills while creating a collaborative quilt to donate to a teen in need.

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, July 10, 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.

Beginners Line Dancing

Friday, July 10, 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 10, 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.

OK! State Fair-Dino Puppets

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
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. 

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

Crafternoon!

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Come & Go crafting!

Join us anytime between 3-4:30pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays in June & July! This is a self directed come and go program. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come & Go crafting!

Join us anytime between 3-4:30pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays in June & July! This is a self directed come and go program. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

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. 

Green chess pieces on a cream background; Fridays 4-5pm at The Village Library.

Chess Club

Friday, July 10, 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.

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.

Cover of the book "I Love You So Mochi" featuring a young couple

The Village Teen Book Club: I Love You So Mochi by Sarah Kuhn

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Book Clubs:

Are you a book-a-holic? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy thought-provoking, teen-led discussions at your neighborhood library.

The first 6 teens to register for this book club this month, get a copy of the book to read and keep.  Come out and eat some snacks and discuss the best and worst parts of this month's book selection: I Love You So Mochi.

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 10, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you a book-a-holic? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy thought-provoking, teen-led discussions at your neighborhood library.

The first 6 teens to register for this book club this month, get a copy of the book to read and keep.  Come out and eat some snacks and discuss the best and worst parts of this month's book selection: I Love You So Mochi.

Storytime

Saturday, July 11, 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 10, 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!