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Dino Jewelry: Beaded Earrings Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/6 - 7/12
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to use the ladder stitch and the brick stitch to create some beaded dinosaur earrings! All supplies included. Kits available while supplies last. 

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

Learn how to use the ladder stitch and the brick stitch to create some beaded dinosaur earrings! All supplies included. 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.

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

Dinosaur Skeleton Puzzle Take Home Kit

All Day 7/6 - 7/13
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Step into the shoes of a junior paleontologist! Inside this kit, you’ll find the bones of a mighty dinosaur — freshly “unearthed” and 3D printed just for you.

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

Step into the shoes of a junior paleontologist! Inside this kit, you’ll find the bones of a mighty dinosaur — freshly “unearthed” and 3D printed just for 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.

Summer Creations - Egg-xcavations

07/06/2026 @ 10:00am to 07/11/2026 @ 5:00pm
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique pre-historic themed craft! Try your hand at excavation by unearthing your very own dinosaur from an egg!

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique pre-historic themed craft! Try your hand at excavation by unearthing your very own dinosaur from an egg!

DIY Dinosaur Habitat

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Create your own prehistoric world! In this hands-on program, participants will build a terrarium using jars, decorative fillers, plants, and mini dinosaurs. Learn the basics of terrarium building, then take your dino habitat home to enjoy.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Create your own prehistoric world! In this hands-on program, participants will build a terrarium using jars, decorative fillers, plants, and mini dinosaurs. Learn the basics of terrarium building, then take your dino habitat home to enjoy.

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

Unearth the Artist Within

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready to dig into your imagination and discover the wild, surprising, totally original artist inside you.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get ready to dig into your imagination and discover the wild, surprising, totally original artist inside you.

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.

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

Dinosaur Resist Painting - Take Home Kit

All Day 7/7 - 7/12
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Create a one-of-a-kind dinosaur with this take-home kit. Your child will finger paint over a dinosaur cutout using tempera paints. After they are finished, you can remove the cutout and see their beautiful art.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create a one-of-a-kind dinosaur with this take-home kit. Your child will finger paint over a dinosaur cutout using tempera paints. After they are finished, you can remove the cutout and see their beautiful art.

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!

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

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 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!

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 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!

Downtown Dino Dig: Edible Excavations

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Young paleontologists are invited to explore the world of fossils through a hands-on (and tasty!) experience.

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

Young paleontologists are invited to explore the world of fossils through a hands-on (and tasty!) experience.

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.

Prehistoric Creations: Mixed Media Dinosaur Sculptures

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Children will create playful, three-dimensional dinosaur sculptures using cardboard templates and a wide variety of colorful materials.

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

Children will create playful, three-dimensional dinosaur sculptures using cardboard templates and a wide variety of colorful materials.

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

Dinosaur.

Trivia & Crafts: Dinosaurs (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

How well do you know your dinosaur facts? Can you spell their super long names? Join us for Dinosaur trivia and crafts to show off your expertise. 

Trivia starts at 2:05PM and will be followed by crafts and games.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 30, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

How well do you know your dinosaur facts? Can you spell their super long names? Join us for Dinosaur trivia and crafts to show off your expertise. 

Trivia starts at 2:05PM and will be followed by crafts and games.

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. 

Teen Art Lab: Window Charms

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Let your creativity shine in Teen Art Lab, a monthly program where teens explore different kinds of art in a relaxed, welcoming space.

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

Let your creativity shine in Teen Art Lab, a monthly program where teens explore different kinds of art in a relaxed, welcoming space.

Visible Mending: Preserving What Remains

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Like piecing together fragments of the past, practice decorative mending techniques with fiber artist Darci Lenker. Learn simple stitches to patch clothing in creative, visible ways—turning worn spots into treasures.

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

Like piecing together fragments of the past, practice decorative mending techniques with fiber artist Darci Lenker. Learn simple stitches to patch clothing in creative, visible ways—turning worn spots into treasures.

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.

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

Comic Excavation: Graphic Storytelling Through the Ages

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

From ancient cave art and Egyptian hieroglyphics to medieval tapestries and modern comics, humans have always used images to convey meaning, memory, and myth.

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

From ancient cave art and Egyptian hieroglyphics to medieval tapestries and modern comics, humans have always used images to convey meaning, memory, and myth.

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.

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

Yarn Painting

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 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:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Draw with glue and paint with yarn! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Draw with glue and paint with yarn! 

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. 

Quilling Workshop

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

Make & Paint: Crystal Creation | Hacer y pintar: creacion de un cristal

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Week 1: Make

Registration Required
Registration will close on July 8, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Week 1: Make

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.

Tots Thursdays

Tots Thursdays

Thursday, July 9, 2026 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:

Teen Quilt Clinic

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Learn to sew. Make something meaningful. In this hands-on quilting clinic, teens will learn basic sewing, cutting, and quilting skills while creating a collaborative quilt to donate to a teen in need.

Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn to sew. Make something meaningful. In this hands-on quilting clinic, teens will learn basic sewing, cutting, and quilting skills while creating a collaborative quilt to donate to a teen in need.

How to Draw Dinosaurs

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Edmond Library for an artistic afternoon! Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to use reference to draw dinosaurs and create unique prehistoric creatures!

Registration Required
Registration will open on July 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Edmond Library for an artistic afternoon! Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to use reference to draw dinosaurs and create unique prehistoric creatures!

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.

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

OK! State Fair-Dino Puppets

Thursday, July 9, 2026 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:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Kids will make their own dinosaur puppet using a brown paper sack. 

They will make two puppets- one to take home and one to enter into the Creative Arts contest to be displayed during the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair!

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

Kids will make their own dinosaur puppet using a brown paper sack. 

They will make two puppets- one to take home and one to enter into the Creative Arts contest to be displayed during the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair!

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. 

Throwback Thursday: Slime

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

We’re bringing back one of the most iconic DIY trends—slime! Teens can mix up their own batches and experiment with different textures, colors, and add-ins to create the perfect gooey creation.

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

We’re bringing back one of the most iconic DIY trends—slime! Teens can mix up their own batches and experiment with different textures, colors, and add-ins to create the perfect gooey creation.

Teen Art Club

Thursday, July 9, 2026 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.

Makerspace Crafternoon

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Makerspace (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Make and Takes:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon!

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: The Makerspace (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon!