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STATE FAIR FOOD FUN: Mini Make & Take Workshop

Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Love fair food? Can't get enough sweets and snacks? Come create your own fair food favorites using clay, pastels, and other supplies!  Learn to make tiny versions of funnel cakes, fries, cotton candy,  and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love fair food? Can't get enough sweets and snacks? Come create your own fair food favorites using clay, pastels, and other supplies!  Learn to make tiny versions of funnel cakes, fries, cotton candy,  and more!

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

Tie Dye Bombs

Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Study Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Kids ages 5-12 will learn about color theory and how dye their own apparel with tie dye bombs!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Kids ages 5-12 will learn about color theory and how dye their own apparel with tie dye bombs!

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit: COLORS

All Day 8/18 - 8/24
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Little, hungry brains must continue to be fed with learning, playing and maker activities. This month, the theme for our early childhood kit is Color Me a Story.

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

Little, hungry brains must continue to be fed with learning, playing and maker activities. This month, the theme for our early childhood kit is Color Me a Story.

Disclaimer(s)

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, August 18, 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 "Adults" group

Woodcarving 101

Monday, August 18, 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 "All Ages" group

Vision Boards

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Vision boards are a powerful tool to visualize your goals and make them a reality.

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

Vision boards are a powerful tool to visualize your goals and make them a reality.

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

Tie-Dye a Summer Reading Tote (Session #1)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is the 6:00-6:40 PM SESSION. 

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

This is the 6:00-6:40 PM SESSION. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Chalk the Walk

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoors (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Outdoors (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

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

Tie-Dye Your Summer Reading Tote (Session #2)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is the 6:45-7:25 PM SESSION. 

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

This is the 6:45-7:25 PM SESSION. 

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

Tie-Dye Your Summer Reading Tote (SESSION #3)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is the 7:30-8:10 PM SESSION. 

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

This is the 7:30-8:10 PM SESSION. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, August 19, 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, August 19, 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

After School Art Hour

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for After School Art Hour at the Midwest City Library! Connect with other children and caregivers while kiddos create masterpieces. Supplies will be provided by the library. Be aware, this could get messy!

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for After School Art Hour at the Midwest City Library! Connect with other children and caregivers while kiddos create masterpieces. Supplies will be provided by the library. Be aware, this could get messy!

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 "All Ages" group

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, August 19, 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

Kids' Book Club

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a Book Adventure! Meet with other kids to discuss a great book. We will have a snack and play a game, or make a craft. This month we will be discussing Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a Book Adventure! Meet with other kids to discuss a great book. We will have a snack and play a game, or make a craft. This month we will be discussing Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney.

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

Craft & Chat!

Wednesday, August 20, 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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, August 20, 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, August 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (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 B (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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Culture Crew - Create our Community Mosaic!

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!   We will have a different shared experience - maybe a recipe?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!   We will have a different shared experience - maybe a recipe?

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 "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Tots Thursdays

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

This event is in the "Kids" group

Tie Dye Bombs

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

Kids ages 5-12 will learn about color theory and how dye their own apparel with tie dye bombs!

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

Kids ages 5-12 will learn about color theory and how dye their own apparel with tie dye bombs!

This event is in the "Teens" group

DIY Mini State Fair Food

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Passive Program (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens

Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Passive Program (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Lemonade Lounge

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.

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

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.

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

Share the Love With Furry Friends

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

The Dog Days of Summer continue!

Come join us and share the love by making some toys and items for furry pals in need!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics
Event Description:

The Dog Days of Summer continue!

Come join us and share the love by making some toys and items for furry pals in need!