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Art Playtime

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Art Playtime is a joyful early childhood program designed to spark imagination, creativity, and discovery through play. Children explore open-ended, process-based art activities where the focus is on self-expression, not the final product.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Art Playtime is a joyful early childhood program designed to spark imagination, creativity, and discovery through play. Children explore open-ended, process-based art activities where the focus is on self-expression, not the final product.

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 Playtime & Craft (ages 3+)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
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...

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 26, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, April 27, 2026 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!

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Monday, April 27, 2026 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.

Teen STEAM Team

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
STEAM:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session wi...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

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

Apron with flower painted on pocket

Bad Art Night: Smock Painting

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Want to create your own specialty smock to protect your clothing as you craft? Then join us for a night of smock painting! An example design using watercolor pencils on fabric will be provided, but you are welcome to create your own design.

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Want to create your own specialty smock to protect your clothing as you craft? Then join us for a night of smock painting! An example design using watercolor pencils on fabric will be provided, but you are welcome to create your own design.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, April 28, 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!

Sensory & Craft Play

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Art Time and Craft Time:

Let your imagination soar at this special arts and crafts program made for little hands! Professional librarians will provide you with all the resources you need to spread your art...

Crafts and Sensory Play activities geared for children ages 2-7. Come join us! Come anytime between 10-11:30

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at this special arts and crafts program made for little hands! Professional librarians will provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings. Children will have the opportunity to practice building motor skills, following directions, socializing with others, and more!

Crafts and Sensory Play activities geared for children ages 2-7. Come join us! Come anytime between 10-11:30

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, April 28, 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!

Imagine Lab

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for Imagine Lab at the Belle Isle Library! Each week, kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade will take part in a new activity designed to spark creativity and encourage learning.

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

Join us for Imagine Lab at the Belle Isle Library! Each week, kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade will take part in a new activity designed to spark creativity and encourage learning.

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, April 28, 2026 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.

Play and Learn (Ages 6 and under)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Play and Learn Together!

Registration Required
Registration will close on April 14, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Play and Learn Together!

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. 

Craft Supplies

Come Craft With Me (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids

Unwind from the school day and let your creative energy flow! Children ages 5-12 and their adults are invited to the library on the last Tuesday of every month to experiment with various arts and crafts materials.

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

Unwind from the school day and let your creative energy flow! Children ages 5-12 and their adults are invited to the library on the last Tuesday of every month to experiment with various arts and crafts materials.

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. 

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
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, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Visual Poetry: From Page to Pin

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Choose a page of poetry and turn it into art you can wear!  In this creative workshop, participants will take inspiration from a single word that resonates with them and interpret it through drawing.

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

Choose a page of poetry and turn it into art you can wear!  In this creative workshop, participants will take inspiration from a single word that resonates with them and interpret it through drawing.

Fiber Arts Club

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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!

After School Kids Club: Origami Circuits

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for another After School Kids Club where we will be making paper circuits. Today's paper circuit is an origami robot. Watch it light up and move.

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

Join us for another After School Kids Club where we will be making paper circuits. Today's paper circuit is an origami robot. Watch it light up and move.

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 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

Poetry Open Mic Night

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an evening of words, voices, and creativity at our Poetry Open Mic Night! High school teens and adults are invited to take the stage and share poetry in a welcoming, supportive space.

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

Join us for an evening of words, voices, and creativity at our Poetry Open Mic Night! High school teens and adults are invited to take the stage and share poetry in a welcoming, supportive space.

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

Creative Colors Take Home Kit

04/30/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/07/2026 @ 9:00am
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Let's create a colorful world through the lens of a kaleidoscope. Each take home kit will come with instructions and materials for your creation. Please be advise for smaller children, some materials are choking hazards.

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let's create a colorful world through the lens of a kaleidoscope. Each take home kit will come with instructions and materials for your creation. Please be advise for smaller children, some materials are choking hazards.

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. 

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

Tots Thursdays

Tots Thursdays

Thursday, April 30, 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:

DIY Puppet Show

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

Bring your creativity (and a little chaos) to life! Make your own puppets using socks, paper bags, felt, and other fun materials, then put on silly improvised puppet performances. No acting skills required—just imagination and laughter!

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

Bring your creativity (and a little chaos) to life! Make your own puppets using socks, paper bags, felt, and other fun materials, then put on silly improvised puppet performances. No acting skills required—just imagination and laughter!

Vinyl Record & Poetry Night: Featuring the MLS Poet Laureate Hallie Waugh

Thursday, April 30, 2026 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 for an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Poetry!

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 for an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Poetry!

Various colorful folded origami animals against a white background

Outrageous Origami Activity Table

All Day 5/1 - 5/23
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Fold an origami creation at the Bethany Library! There's lots to make, from a simple paper cup to a complex jumping frog. Leave your work with us and we will display it in our windows for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Fold an origami creation at the Bethany Library! There's lots to make, from a simple paper cup to a complex jumping frog. Leave your work with us and we will display it in our windows for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

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.