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The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

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Kids Learning Club: Enviroscape STEM Activity with OKC Storm Water Quality Division

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Let's learn all about water pollution from the OKC Storm Water Quality Department! They will use a 3-D watershed model, called Enviroscape®, that provides kids with a fun and inter...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Description:

Let's learn all about water pollution from the OKC Storm Water Quality Department!

Guided Acrylic Painting: Jungle

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of a jungle scene. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of a jungle scene. You will leave with a completed painting.

Tabletop Adventurers Club

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Kids ages 5-8, come build your reading skills by reading to one of our summer reading volunteers. Every child will receive a prize and a free book for reading!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Kids ages 5-8, come build your reading skills by reading to one of our summer reading volunteers. Every child will receive a prize and a free book for reading!

Juneteenth Gardening

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

Gabrielle Reyes, with Black Soil Urban Farm, will teach about herbal teas and their health benefits. She will highlight Red Drink (hibiscus tea) and its significance in J...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Gabrielle Reyes, with Black Soil Urban Farm, will teach about herbal teas and their health benefits. She will highlight Red Drink (hibiscus tea) and its significance in Juneteenth celebrations.

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

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

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

Mini Figure Design Workshop

Thursday, June 6, 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:

Learn how to design miniatures for your tabletop adventures! Using a virtual model program, you will design your own original character, which the library will then 3D print for yo...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Learn how to design miniatures for your tabletop adventures! Using a virtual model program, you will design your own original character, which the library will then 3D print for you.

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Silver Screen Society

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Adventure Begins at your Library on June 6th, starting at 6pm, join us at Southern Oaks as we watch a movie about a journey and adventure!  Four teenagers are sucked into a...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Adventure Begins at your Library on June 6th, starting at 6pm, join us at Southern Oaks as we watch a movie about a journey and adventure!

Beginning Teen Guitar!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for teens and tweens. No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of g...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for teens and tweens. No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
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: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

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

Teen Game Night Poster

Teen Game Night

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Beginning Adult Guitar!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars ava...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

Picture of a paper butterfly

Butterfly Ornament Take and Make Kit

All Day 6/7 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Kit contains the supplies to make a decorated paper butterfly. Young children will need adult supervision and assistance. Also included...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Kit contains the supplies to make a decorated paper butterfly. Young children will need adult supervision and assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Adult Book Drop - Subscription!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 6:00am - 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

123! Play with Me!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

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Friday Morning Art (Ages 3-12)

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us on Friday mornings in June for an hour of come-and-go process art. Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery...

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

Join us on Friday mornings in June for an hour of come-and-go process art. Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery.

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. 

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

Storytime

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while...

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

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a 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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

Friday, June 7, 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  Groovemeant - Oklahoma's elite hip hop street dancers and educators. Enjoy a streetdance showcase. Then explore the elements ...

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 

Oklahoma History Center: Cattle Trails and Branding

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader Join the Oklahoma History Center’s expedition into Oklahoma’s past as the center of the open-range cattle trails! The History Center will...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 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 12-2 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.

OKC Mobile Market

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the communit...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

CHILDREN'S Window Mural Art

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided!  This program is for ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided! 

This program is for kids. 

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. 

Bingo Friday!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us every Friday for bingo! This family friendly event will feature trivia, jokes, and facts on the theme of the week!  

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

Join us every Friday for bingo! This family friendly event will feature trivia, jokes, and facts on the theme of the week!

 

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

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real at Rodeo Cinema

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children  Alegria Real, where music dances free,  Meet the duo, in perfect harmony.  Their magical groove, an en...

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

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children