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Animal CSI

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens

Read the bones to discover the story written in them. Be introduced to the world of forensic science and learn how to identify pathologies (evidence of trauma and disease) found on a variety of animal bones.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Read the bones to discover the story written in them. Be introduced to the world of forensic science and learn how to identify pathologies (evidence of trauma and disease) found on a variety of animal bones.

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

Oklahoma Originals: Jordan Tang

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month here with us at the Ralph Ellison library branch. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord Pickens Museum proudly presents Oklahoma Originals: Jordan Tang. Dr.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month here with us at the Ralph Ellison library branch. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord Pickens Museum proudly presents Oklahoma Originals: Jordan Tang. Dr.

Unearthed Stories: Almonte, SMO, and the Shopping Cart

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

How did Almonte Library get its name?  Why “Almonte”?  It’s all thanks to Sylvan Goldman, the inventor of the shopping cart!  Born in Oklahoma, Sylvan Goldman owned OKC’s Humpty Dumpty Groce

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

How did Almonte Library get its name?  Why “Almonte”?  It’s all thanks to Sylvan Goldman, the inventor of the shopping cart!  Born in Oklahoma, Sylvan Goldman owned OKC’s Humpty Dumpty Groce

Summer Reading Kick-Off with Science Museum Oklahoma! Bold Reactions, Big Discoveries

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading Program with Bold Reactions, Big Discoveries with Science Museum Oklahoma! Get ready for a fast-paced science showcase packed with surprising reactions and mindbending demonstrations.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading Program with Bold Reactions, Big Discoveries with Science Museum Oklahoma! Get ready for a fast-paced science showcase packed with surprising reactions and mindbending demonstrations.

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.

Unearthed Stories: Almonte, SMO, and the Shopping Cart

All Day 6/20 - 7/2
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages

How did Almonte Library get its name?  Why “Almonte”?  It’s all thanks to Sylvan Goldman, the inventor of the shopping cart!  Born in Oklahoma, Sylvan Goldman owned OKC’s Humpty Dumpty Groce

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

How did Almonte Library get its name?  Why “Almonte”?  It’s all thanks to Sylvan Goldman, the inventor of the shopping cart!  Born in Oklahoma, Sylvan Goldman owned OKC’s Humpty Dumpty Groce

Dino Detectives with Science Museum Oklahoma

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Step into the role of a paleontologist and dig into the past! 

Young explorers will uncover fossils, sort dino clues, and use simple tools and movements to learn how scientists study dinosaurs. 

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

Step into the role of a paleontologist and dig into the past! 

Young explorers will uncover fossils, sort dino clues, and use simple tools and movements to learn how scientists study dinosaurs. 

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. 

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.

 

Dino or Not? The Ultimate Prehistoric Showdown with Science Museum Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Think you know your dinosaurs? Put your skills to the test as we sort real dinos from the imposters, like giant sea lizards, flying reptiles, and a nearly 7-foot-tall penguin that absolutely steals the show.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Think you know your dinosaurs? Put your skills to the test as we sort real dinos from the imposters, like giant sea lizards, flying reptiles, and a nearly 7-foot-tall penguin that absolutely steals the show.