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Art Adventure: Cartooning Workshop with Artist John Campbell

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Guest Artist John Campbell from the Edmond Fine Arts Institute will teach you how to draw facial expressions universal to a wide variety of cartooning styles. He will also talk to ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Guest Artist John Campbell from the Edmond Fine Arts Institute will teach you how to draw facial expressions universal to a wide variety of cartooning styles.

The Reading Roundup

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Hey there, young cowpokes! Ready for a rootin' tootin' summer of reading fun? Saddle up for this adventure where a storytelling cowboy shares tools of the trade and how to sur...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Hey there, young cowpokes! Ready for a rootin' tootin' summer of reading fun? Saddle up for this adventure where a storytelling cowboy shares tools of the trade and how to survive the Wild West.

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Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer. This summer, OKCMOA will be featuring Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Des...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

Stacks of Adventure with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

The greatest adventures can be found in your favorite stories, and this program is full of STEAM activities inspired by them. Hands-on and creative challenges will abound in this S...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

The greatest adventures can be found in your favorite stories, and this program is full of STEAM activities inspired by them. Hands-on and creative challenges will abound in this STEM and literature!

Age Range: 6-12 (approximate)

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.

Would You Survive? with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Test your instincts against a perilous adventure of the type only found in stories. This otherworldly program will be a combination of games, survival tasks, and other adventurous ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Description:

Test your instincts against a perilous adventure of the type only found in stories. This otherworldly program will be a combination of games, survival tasks, and other adventurous fun.

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.

Tabletop Adventurers Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A hungry bear? A heroic warrior?

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.

Composting

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover how your everyday household and yard waste can be transformed into garden gold. Whether you live in a house or an apartment: you can compost! Dive into the world of using ...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Discover how your everyday household and yard waste can be transformed into garden gold. Whether you live in a house or an apartment: you can compost! Dive into the world of using your waste for good by feeding your plants and healing the earth.

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

Mini Figure Painting Workshop

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Description TBD

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Description TBD

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Tiny Art Show

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us for an art reception featuring an exhibit of  works of tiny art from our Belle Isle Library community members.  Light refreshments will be provided. Can't make t...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for an art reception featuring an exhibit of  works of tiny art from our Belle Isle Library community members.  Light refreshments will be provided.

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.

U.S. Citizenship Classes

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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.

2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference - Virtual Host Site

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you? Come to the library to join the virtual presen...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you?

2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference- Virtual Host Site

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for the 2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference! Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advan...

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

Join us for the 2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference!

2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference- Virtual Host Site

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you? Come to the library to join the virtual presen...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you?

2nd Annual Fraud Prevention Conference- Virtual Host Site

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

 Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you? Come to the library to join the virtual ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

 Are you concerned about some of scams that are going around? Do you want tips to help prevent a scammer from taking advantage of you?

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

What's afoot at the library? The animals have come out to play! What mischief will they get into when the lights go out at the end of the day? Register your child's stuffed anim...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

What's afoot at the library? The animals have come out to play! What mischief will they get into when the lights go out at the end of the day?

Storytime

Friday, July 12, 2024 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!

Camp Downtown : Forest Wind Chimes

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we will feature a new camp craft.

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. 

Composting for Kids

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Covered Patio (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us.  Crystal is a pass...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Covered Patio (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us. 

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer. This summer, OKCMOA will be featuring Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Des...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

Playtime

Friday, July 12, 2024 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
Event Description:

Come play at the Warr Acres Library! Sharing in play is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination f...

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. 

Sensory Scavenger hunt with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Explore with all five of your senses in this fully hands-on program where you will navigate through different stations to complete the sensory scavenger hunt and be named Adventure...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Explore with all five of your senses in this fully hands-on program where you will navigate through different stations to complete the sensory scavenger hunt and be named Adventurer of the Summer! 

Ages: 1-5

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: RACE Dance

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  Put on your dancing shoes and move to the groove with RACE Dance Collective.    This event is held at multi...

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

Put on your dancing shoes and move to the groove with RACE Dance Collective.   

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Live Piano Music

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano. There are pl...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.