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State Fair DIY Pennant Take Home Kits

All Day 9/2 - 9/12
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Stockyards City Centennial Celebration Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2 - 9/27
Outdoors (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate 100 years of Stockyards City Library with a Stockyards City scavenger hunt! Pick up your official entry form at the Stockyards City Library or the Downtown Library, then boot-scoot over to Stockyards City to spot special

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Outdoors (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Celebrate 100 years of Stockyards City Library with a Stockyards City scavenger hunt! Pick up your official entry form at the Stockyards City Library or the Downtown Library, then boot-scoot over to Stockyards City to spot special

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. 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

"I Love My Library!" Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September! 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September! 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Library Card Sign-up Month

09/02/2025 @ 8:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. You can borrow museum passes, attend programs for all ages, and even check out garden tools.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. You can borrow museum passes, attend programs for all ages, and even check out garden tools.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pages & Prose Parcel

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/16/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Warr Acres Book Box

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/26/2025 @ 4:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
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

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!

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

September Mindfulness Journal

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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! 

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! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

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

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

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

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

¡Busca los platos de Latinoamérica! | Foods of Latin America Scavenger Hunt

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país? 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país? 

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag

All Day 9/3 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Centennial Celebration Paper Building Kit

All Day 9/3 - 9/27
Lobby (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Celebrate the centennial of Stockyards City Library by building this paper version of the original building.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Lobby (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate the centennial of Stockyards City Library by building this paper version of the original building.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Make Your Own Fall Centerpiece

All Day 9/8 - 9/12
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make your own fall themed table centerpiece! Bring the colors of fall into your home with this take home kit. 

Food in kit is not meant to be eaten.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Make your own fall themed table centerpiece! Bring the colors of fall into your home with this take home kit. 

Food in kit is not meant to be eaten.

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Apple Play Doh Counting Activity - Take Home Kit for Ages 2-5

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Squish it, roll it, count it! Use this home-made play doh kit to strengthen your little hand muscles while practicing important early literacy skills such as counting, talking, and playing!

Play doh contains: flour, red dye

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Squish it, roll it, count it! Use this home-made play doh kit to strengthen your little hand muscles while practicing important early literacy skills such as counting, talking, and playing!

Play doh contains: flour, red dye

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!

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

This event is in the "Kids" group

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back to the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back to the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Take-Home Kit for Adults: Cottagecore Floral Bookmark

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Bid summer adieu with this create-your-own cottagecore bookmark kit! Each kit will come with materials to make a "jar of flowers" bookmark so that you can enjoy the colors of summer all year. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bid summer adieu with this create-your-own cottagecore bookmark kit! Each kit will come with materials to make a "jar of flowers" bookmark so that you can enjoy the colors of summer all year. 

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen & Tween Take & Make (Grades 5-12): Stress Pet

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/8 - 9/15
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages

This Constitution Day, discover the art behind the United States Constitution by exploring the calligraphy of the original document.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

This Constitution Day, discover the art behind the United States Constitution by exploring the calligraphy of the original document.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Halloween Pumpkin Jar Take & Make Kit For Ages 6-9 Years

09/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Please choose between the Halloween Pumpkin Jar Craft or the Haunted Castle Craft.  Please register for only one of them to ensure there are enough kits to go around.  Thank you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Please choose between the Halloween Pumpkin Jar Craft or the Haunted Castle Craft.  Please register for only one of them to ensure there are enough kits to go around.  Thank you.

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Haunted Castle Take Home Craft, 6-9 Years

09/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/9 - 9/12
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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