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Learn How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger, September 13th from 10am-11:30am at Warr Acres Library.

September Origami Tiger Challenge

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

Knitty Committee

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Bargello Bookmarks

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

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

 If you've ever wanted to try needlepoint or embroidery but have been too scared to start, these bargello (pronounced bar-jello) bookmarks are the perfect starting point for you.

Two sets of multicolored hands reach from the top and bottom of the poster toward each other. At the top in purple is ACG, Adult Coloring Group. Below that it says "We are better together." At the bottom are the address of the Village Library and the Metro Library logo.

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

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

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

Image of the "We the People" part of the Constitution.

Constitution Day: Make Your Own Constitution Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15 - 9/21
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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.

Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit (LETTER KNOWLEDGE)

All Day 9/15 - 9/21
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 Alphabet Adventure.

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 Alphabet Adventure.

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.

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15 - 9/22
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
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.

Papel Picado Garland Take Home Kit

09/15/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/12/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included.

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

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, September 15, 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 15, 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.

Chalk the Walk

Monday, September 15, 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. 

wine bottle upcycle

Dot Day Wine Bottle Upcycle

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 

This program is most suitable for teens and adults due to the content and materials we will use. Please make arrangements for younger children so you can relax and enjoy your time with us. 

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

 

This program is most suitable for teens and adults due to the content and materials we will use. Please make arrangements for younger children so you can relax and enjoy your time with us. 

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/16 - 9/20
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.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, September 16, 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!

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 16, 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 16, 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.

After School Art Hour flyer

After School Art Hour

Tuesday, September 16, 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. 

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 16, 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!

Kids' Book Club

Tuesday, September 16, 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. Books chosen are usually a picture book or short chapter book that has appeal for kids 6 to 11 years old.

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. Books chosen are usually a picture book or short chapter book that has appeal for kids 6 to 11 years old.

Celebrate the Constitution

All Day
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics
Age Group:
All Ages

Come by the Bethany Library to receive a Constitution day take-home kit, and to write an amendment on our Library's own Constitution. Don't forget to sign it!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics
Event Description:

Come by the Bethany Library to receive a Constitution day take-home kit, and to write an amendment on our Library's own Constitution. Don't forget to sign it!

Craft & Chat!

Wednesday, September 17, 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!

After-School Kids Club: Dinosaur Discovery

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a roaring good time at Dinosaur Discovery, where kids can dig into interactive sensory stations and create fun dinosaur crafts.

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

Join us for a roaring good time at Dinosaur Discovery, where kids can dig into interactive sensory stations and create fun dinosaur crafts.

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. 

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

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

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.