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Homesteading 101: Beekeeping

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies! Hank Baker from Langston University will discuss BEEKEEPING and the many preparations that need to be made before you begin.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies! Hank Baker from Langston University will discuss BEEKEEPING and the many preparations that need to be made before you begin.

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

Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Spend your mana and summon your creatures at the Ralph Ellison Library, as we host our Magic the Gathering Club. Newcomers and Veterans alike are welcome. No Cards? No Problem!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Spend your mana and summon your creatures at the Ralph Ellison Library, as we host our Magic the Gathering Club. Newcomers and Veterans alike are welcome. No Cards? No Problem!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Rock Painting

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Get creative and spread some color! Join us for a chill afternoon of rock painting—make your own masterpiece, design kindness rocks to hide around town, or just paint for fun. We’ll provide the rocks, paints, and supplies—you bring the ideas!

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

Get creative and spread some color! Join us for a chill afternoon of rock painting—make your own masterpiece, design kindness rocks to hide around town, or just paint for fun. We’ll provide the rocks, paints, and supplies—you bring the ideas!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Power Hack! Beginner-Intermediate Coding Club

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Power Hack is back!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall for our favorite coders, new and old, to join us for this six-week coding club.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Power Hack is back!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall for our favorite coders, new and old, to join us for this six-week coding club.

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

Teen Art Club

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

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

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

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

Shadow Box Art

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, join us and create a piece of art to hang on your wall! Use our supplies, or bring something of your own you'd like to immortalize in an 8"x8" shadow box. Participants will leave with a finished shadow box display.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, join us and create a piece of art to hang on your wall! Use our supplies, or bring something of your own you'd like to immortalize in an 8"x8" shadow box. Participants will leave with a finished shadow box display.

This event is in the "Teens" group

No Sew Pop Tart Pillows

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Get creative and cozy with our No-Sew Pop-Tart Pillow workshop! Perfect for teens and tweens, this fun craft program lets you design and assemble your own Pop-Tart-inspired pillow —no sewing required. All materials provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get creative and cozy with our No-Sew Pop-Tart Pillow workshop! Perfect for teens and tweens, this fun craft program lets you design and assemble your own Pop-Tart-inspired pillow —no sewing required. All materials provided.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Art Smart Kids (Ages 8-12)

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material!

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

Kids Cafe Friyay

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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.

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

September Origami Tiger Challenge

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Knitty Committee

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bargello Bookmarks

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

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

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15 - 9/22
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
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 "Adults" group

Woodcarving 101

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the Northwest Library for an introductory woodcarving workshop designed for adults with no prior experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Northwest Library for an introductory woodcarving workshop designed for adults with no prior experience.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Hero Kids Tabletop RPG

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

The Edmond Library welcomes Hero Kids, the award-winning tabletop RPG for kids ages 6-9 (1st through 4th grade).

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

The Edmond Library welcomes Hero Kids, the award-winning tabletop RPG for kids ages 6-9 (1st through 4th grade).

This event is in the "All Ages" group

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

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

Craft & Chat!

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Exploration Station: Dinosaur Discovery

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us at the Downtown Library for Exploration Station, an exciting hands-on program designed to spark kids' imagination and foster a love of discovery!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Exploration Station, an exciting hands-on program designed to spark kids' imagination and foster a love 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

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

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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.

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 "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 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.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library 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 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.