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LEGO Club

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

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 "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, October 25, 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

Scrapbooking Club

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

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

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit for Beginners

10/27/2025 @ 9:30am to 11/02/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Come pick up a Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit, perfect for beginners and kids!
Enjoy the fun, colorful yarn as you create your very own hanging wall decoration. 

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

Come pick up a Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit, perfect for beginners and kids!
Enjoy the fun, colorful yarn as you create your very own hanging wall decoration. 

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.

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

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

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

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

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen readers! Join us at the Choctaw Library for Teen Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize with kids your own age.

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

Calling all teen readers! Join us at the Choctaw Library for Teen Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize with kids your own age.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Halloween Carnival

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Join the Almonte Library and our partners, Trinity Lutheran Church, for our Halloween Carnival. Will have activities, food, prizes, and an interactive Storywalk for all ages.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join the Almonte Library and our partners, Trinity Lutheran Church, for our Halloween Carnival. Will have activities, food, prizes, and an interactive Storywalk for all ages.

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. 

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 "Adults" group

Bad Art Night: Yayoi Kusama Dot Art

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This month's paint with the pros features holiday inspired dot art by Yayoi Kusama.  No experience required! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

This month's paint with the pros features holiday inspired dot art by Yayoi Kusama.  No experience required! 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Imagine Lab

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Welcome to Belle Isle’s Imagine Lab, where kids can explore creativity through art, science, design, and technology projects.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to Belle Isle’s Imagine Lab, where kids can explore creativity through art, science, design, and technology projects.

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

Pink Pony Club

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Gather with other teens in an open and welcoming after-school space where everyone is free to be who they are. We will share experiences and do fun activities including small crafts.

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

Gather with other teens in an open and welcoming after-school space where everyone is free to be who they are. We will share experiences and do fun activities including small crafts.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, October 28, 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 "Kids" group

Tasty Haunted Houses (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Not your average gingerbread house... these are tasty haunted houses. Come test your engineering skills using ingredients from the candy aisle!

 

 

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

Not your average gingerbread house... these are tasty haunted houses. Come test your engineering skills using ingredients from the candy aisle!

 

 

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

Fiber Arts Club

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
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: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Drawlloween!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Drawlloween! 

We will have 31 days of spooky prompts ready for you to speed draw all or focus on just one or two!

Some supplies will be provided  but feel free to bring your own art supplies if desired!  

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for Drawlloween! 

We will have 31 days of spooky prompts ready for you to speed draw all or focus on just one or two!

Some supplies will be provided  but feel free to bring your own art supplies if desired!  

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

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, October 29, 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 "Kids" group

Storytellers Beyond the Book

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

Come along with us as we explore storytelling beyond words! 

This month, we're looking at Henry Selick's stop-motion animation.

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

Come along with us as we explore storytelling beyond words! 

This month, we're looking at Henry Selick's stop-motion animation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft and Chat

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Come and bring a craft you're working on and collaborate or share your experience with other like minded crafters.  This is a space to learn, grow, and meet other crafters. 

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

Come and bring a craft you're working on and collaborate or share your experience with other like minded crafters.  This is a space to learn, grow, and meet other crafters. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Gingerdead Haunted Houses

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

Get into the spooky spirit by turning a classic gingerbread house into a haunted masterpiece! Teens will use paint, fake cobwebs, spooky mini props, and other craft supplies to create their own creepy creations.

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

Get into the spooky spirit by turning a classic gingerbread house into a haunted masterpiece! Teens will use paint, fake cobwebs, spooky mini props, and other craft supplies to create their own creepy creations.

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

Vinyl Record & Art Night

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

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

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

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

November Creative Writing Chapbook

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
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

Knitting, Crochet, and Fiber Arts

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

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

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.