TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

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.

Notice:

Due to maintenance work, the Midwest City library will be closed Thursday, 05/09, and is scheduled to re-open on Friday at 9AM.

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Star Wars Display

04/23/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/10/2024 @ 9:00am
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars day is coming up. Our big display case at Southern Oaks Library will be filled with Star Wars items for all to view! Rebel or Imperial, All ar...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars day is coming up. Our big display case at Southern Oaks Library will be filled with Star Wars items for all to view! Rebel or Imperial, All are welcome to our library!

May Flowers Take-Home-Kit!

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit.  Ages 3 and up. ...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit. 

Ages 3 and up. 

Kits available while supplies last.

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.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

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Teen Book Boxes

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Asian American Pacific Islander Month- Family Take Home Kit

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/24/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.  Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. 

Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that represent Asian and Pacific Islanders. 

Cover to the May Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a geometric design around the borders and a drawing of a turtle in the center.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Cover to the May Mindfulness Journal, which features a eucalyptus branch on the back cover and a country road winding through a forest with golden sunlight coming through the canopy of tree branches.

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Make Your Own Wildflower Seed Tags Take-Home Kit

All Day 5/4 - 5/11
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Pencil Make your own wildflower paper with this kit and turn that paper into tags you can use for upcoming summer gift opportunities. Your recipient...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Pencil

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 household and per registration (if required).

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Kids Take and Make- Mini Catapults

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

This month we have supplies to make a mini catapult. Registrations are limited, sign up today!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This month we have supplies to make a mini catapult. Registrations are limited, sign up today!

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!

Art Around the World 3: Fiji

All Day 5/7 - 5/11
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

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!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

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Lofi Study Hall

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Summer is almost here... but so is finals week! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? We have the perfect place for you!

Maker Meetup

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest. Show off your project...

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

Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest.

Wood Burning: Earrings

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a pair of earri...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a pair of earrings.  You'll be able to make you and a friend a pair, or keep

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

CLC (Community Literacy Center) Adult Basic Education

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. Adult Basic ...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes Online (ESL)

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This online introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.&...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This online introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Event Description:

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​   

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Compost Club- An Evening with Fertile Ground

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for a workshop and movie screening in partnership with Fertile Ground! Fertile Ground is an OKC worker-owned cooperative, transforming waste into...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for a workshop and movie screening in partnership with Fertile Ground!

Spanish Conversation for Beginners

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Homework Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This class for beginners & near-beginners will focus on interactive language skills. Each of the eight class sessions will help you add skills, with resources you can take home to continue practicing during the week.

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.

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Itty Bitty Dance Party

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Do you like to move it, move it? Bring your dancing shoes, wear your dancing clothes, and come "shake it all about" to some favorite tunes! For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, a...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you like to move it, move it? Bring your dancing shoes, wear your dancing clothes, and come "shake it all about" to some favorite tunes!

For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers. No registration necessary.

123! Play with Me!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
123! Play with Me!:

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books...

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: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books, and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with early childhood and family support specialists.

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.

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. 

Storytime at Crutcho Elementary

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

This outreach event will include a Storytime and activities for Crutcho Elementary School's pre-k class. 

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

This outreach event will include a Storytime and activities for Crutcho Elementary School's pre-k class. 

Homeschool STEM Club - Science Fun!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Escape Room Egg Drop Challenge  Will your group escape in time?   You will learn facts about chickens, all while helping the hens get their eggs back to safety. To esc...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Escape Room Egg Drop Challenge 

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.

Watch that thing!

Thursday Morning Movie Club

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:15am - 12:15pm
46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come join us as we watch our way through the ages and enjoy the many different styles of the cinematic arts!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Come join us as we watch our way through the ages and enjoy the many different styles of the cinematic arts!