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Circle of Parents Support Group

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.

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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.

Downtown Color Castle: The NATURE of Color!

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Touch some grass in the Downtown Color Castle as we explore the different colors we see in nature! Using flowers, leaves, twigs, and other nature items you can make a bookmark, a bracelet, or a crown! 

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

Touch some grass in the Downtown Color Castle as we explore the different colors we see in nature! Using flowers, leaves, twigs, and other nature items you can make a bookmark, a bracelet, or a crown! 

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. 

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and head to the library for Storytime! We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft with our beloved stuffed animals before leaving them at the library for a sleepover.

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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and head to the library for Storytime! We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft with our beloved stuffed animals before leaving them at the library for a sleepover.

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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

Summer Feeding Program

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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.

Community Room

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

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Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Summer Solstice Party

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

Let the sunshine in, and celebrate the longest day of the year! We will learn how to do a sun salutation and make flower crowns and sun wheels.

This party is for teens only, please!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let the sunshine in, and celebrate the longest day of the year! We will learn how to do a sun salutation and make flower crowns and sun wheels.

This party is for teens only, please!

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.

Filipino Martial Arts and Dance Performance

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages

Journey with us into the incredible world of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) and dance in this beautiful performance by KAPWA OKC.

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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Journey with us into the incredible world of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) and dance in this beautiful performance by KAPWA OKC.

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

Perler Beads

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Blast from the past!! These beads have been around since the early 80s! Make jewelry, keychains, shapes and popular figures! These colorful melting beads are so much fun to work with!

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

Blast from the past!! These beads have been around since the early 80s! Make jewelry, keychains, shapes and popular figures! These colorful melting beads are so much fun to work with!

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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

Chess Club

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Summer Solstice Kit

All Day 6/21 - 6/27
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate the longest day of the year with this activity kit!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate the longest day of the year with this activity kit!

Summer Fun Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/21 - 6/30
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for some summer fun! 🌞🎉
Participate in our Scavenger Hunt all month long in June and earn a fun, themed eraser* as a reward! 🖊️🔍

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

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for some summer fun! 🌞🎉
Participate in our Scavenger Hunt all month long in June and earn a fun, themed eraser* as a reward! 🖊️🔍

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.

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

Juneteenth Exhibit by Phil Tolbert

All Day 6/21 - 7/2
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages

Ralph Ellison Library is honored and excited to host librarian and researcher Phillip Tolbert's curated display of the history of Juneteenth.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Ralph Ellison Library is honored and excited to host librarian and researcher Phillip Tolbert's curated display of the history of Juneteenth.

Early Birds for 4-5 Year Olds

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Adults

Receive and learn how to use a set of free educational toys for your 4-5 year old. The Early Birds program can help with early childhood education and school readiness for children under the age of 5.

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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Receive and learn how to use a set of free educational toys for your 4-5 year old. The Early Birds program can help with early childhood education and school readiness for children under the age of 5.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Community Fiber Arts Group

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or any other type of fiber arts? Then come join us every third Saturday of the month.

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

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or any other type of fiber arts? Then come join us every third Saturday of the month.

Storytime (Birth-PreK)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
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...

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

Cinderella flyer with image of carriage

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre "Cinderella" at Scissortail Park Farmers Market

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Off Site
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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

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Banned Book Club For Parents and Adults

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

Toddler Playtime: Summer is Here!

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Playtime:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the oppor...

Summer is here! Join us for a summer-SUN themed playtime featuring Summer solstice and the colors of summer!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Summer is here! Join us for a summer-SUN themed playtime featuring Summer solstice and the colors of summer!

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. 

Luther Market Days Outreach

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Offsite (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Join Luther Library staff at Luther Market Days! Explore downtown Luther with local vendors, live entertainment, food and more!

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join Luther Library staff at Luther Market Days! Explore downtown Luther with local vendors, live entertainment, food and more!

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. 

Make It Yours! A Sketchbook Creation Workshop

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Get hands-on and create your own custom sketchbook from scratch! Join artist Sofia Arenas for a workshop where you’ll learn to fold, collate, and staple pages into a one-of-a-kind sketchbook.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get hands-on and create your own custom sketchbook from scratch! Join artist Sofia Arenas for a workshop where you’ll learn to fold, collate, and staple pages into a one-of-a-kind sketchbook.