Chief of Staff Search

The Metropolitan Library System is seeking a strategic executive leader to serve as Chief of Staff, a key partner to the Chief Executive Officer. View the full job announcement and application details at metrolibrary.org/chiefofstaff

Event List

Filters
Age Group
Program Type
A square image of full bookshelves with the words "A Novel Time Book Club" transposed over it.

A Novel Time - The ANY BOOK Book-Club

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages

Come have a Novel Time at Southern Oaks!

This is an ANY BOOK book-club!

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

Come have a Novel Time at Southern Oaks!

This is an ANY BOOK book-club!

Rainbow Bath Bombs

Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all young creators! Join us for a colorful, fizzy adventure where science meets art. In this hands-on program, kids will learn how to make their very own Rainbow Bath Bombs.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all young creators! Join us for a colorful, fizzy adventure where science meets art. In this hands-on program, kids will learn how to make their very own Rainbow Bath Bombs.

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. 

Make Your Own Fall Centerpiece

All Day 9/8 - 9/12
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make your own fall themed table centerpiece! Bring the colors of fall into your home with this take home kit. 

Food in kit is not meant to be eaten.

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

Make your own fall themed table centerpiece! Bring the colors of fall into your home with this take home kit. 

Food in kit is not meant to be eaten.

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

Apple Play Doh Counting Activity - Take Home Kit for Ages 2-5

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Squish it, roll it, count it! Use this home-made play doh kit to strengthen your little hand muscles while practicing important early literacy skills such as counting, talking, and playing!

Play doh contains: flour, red dye

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

Squish it, roll it, count it! Use this home-made play doh kit to strengthen your little hand muscles while practicing important early literacy skills such as counting, talking, and playing!

Play doh contains: flour, red dye

Disclaimer(s)

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.

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kit

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kit

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back to the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back to the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Floral jar bookmark

Take-Home Kit for Adults: Cottagecore Floral Bookmark

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Bid summer adieu with this create-your-own cottagecore bookmark kit! Each kit will come with materials to make a "jar of flowers" bookmark so that you can enjoy the colors of summer all year. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bid summer adieu with this create-your-own cottagecore bookmark kit! Each kit will come with materials to make a "jar of flowers" bookmark so that you can enjoy the colors of summer all year. 

Disclaimer(s)

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!

Teen & Tween Take & Make (Grades 5-12): Stress Pet

All Day 9/8 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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.

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!

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/8 - 9/15
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City 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: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
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.

Halloween Pumpkin Jar Take & Make Kit For Ages 6-9 Years

09/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Please choose between the Halloween Pumpkin Jar Craft or the Haunted Castle Craft.  Please register for only one of them to ensure there are enough kits to go around.  Thank you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Please choose between the Halloween Pumpkin Jar Craft or the Haunted Castle Craft.  Please register for only one of them to ensure there are enough kits to go around.  Thank 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.

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!

Haunted Castle Take Home Craft, 6-9 Years

09/08/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required

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.

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!

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, September 8, 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!

Woodcarving 101

Monday, September 8, 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.

children's area of the library

Library Helpers (Ages 5-12)

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all junior librarians! Learn the Dewey Decimal System, explore our databases, talk about new books, create library displays, and help us decorate the children's area of the library. 

2nd Monday of every month at 4PM

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

Calling all junior librarians! Learn the Dewey Decimal System, explore our databases, talk about new books, create library displays, and help us decorate the children's area of the library. 

2nd Monday of every month at 4PM

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. 

After School Hangout

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us every other Monday for an array of after-school activities. School-aged children and teens only!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us every other Monday for an array of after-school activities. School-aged children and teens only!

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/9 - 9/12
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Cardstock Library Take-Home Kit

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Build your own library scene out of this charming cardstock kit! Cut, glue, and personalize it to make the library of your dreams. Display it on your desk or bookshelf when you're done.

Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Build your own library scene out of this charming cardstock kit! Cut, glue, and personalize it to make the library of your dreams. Display it on your desk or bookshelf when you're done.

Make a state fair pennant! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint. Add your name, your bestie's, or someone else special to remember your time at the State Fair.

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

09/09/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/16/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, September 9, 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!

Art Time

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Art is for anyone at any age! Help the littlest artists in your life explore drawing, painting, and so much more as we create beautiful, messy art.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Art is for anyone at any age! Help the littlest artists in your life explore drawing, painting, and so much more as we create beautiful, messy art.

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. 

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 9, 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!

Imagine Lab

Tuesday, September 9, 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.

Pink Pony Club

Tuesday, September 9, 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.

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 9, 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!