Name: May Creative Writing Chapbook
Start: 2024-05-01T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-05-25T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Warr Acres Library

May Flowers Take-Home-Kit!

All Day 5/1 - 5/25

Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers? Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit. Ages 3 and up. ...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers? Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit.

Ages 3 and up.

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.

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

Teen Book Boxes

All Day 5/1 - 5/25

Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

Teens

Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Books & Reading

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Asian American Pacific Islander Month- Family Take Home Kit

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/24/2024 @ 6:00pm

Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that...

Required

Library Branch: Del City Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Description:

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

Celebrate with this take home kit that will include several crafts that represent Asian and Pacific Islanders.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm

Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing

Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm

Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health!

Puzzle Swap

All Day 5/11 - 5/25

Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Take a Puzzle—leave a Puzzle! Bring a boxed puzzle in good condition and swap it out for a new to you puzzle. You are welcome to switch as many as you'd like, one for one.&nbs...

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Onsite (Downtown)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

Take a Puzzle—leave a Puzzle! Bring a boxed puzzle in good condition and swap it out for a new to you puzzle. You are welcome to switch as many as you'd like, one for one.

Yarn Wrapped Rainbow Take and Make For Ages 2-5

All Day 5/13 - 5/19

Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Birth-PreK

Event Description:

It may take sun and rain to make a rainbow, but for this take and make it will just take some cardboard and colorful yarn! Kits will be available at the Edmond Library from Monday...

Required

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Description:

It may take sun and rain to make a rainbow, but for this take and make it will just take some cardboard and colorful yarn!

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.

Button Bouquet Take & Make for Adults

05/13/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/19/2024 @ 5:00pm

Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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!

Event Description:

April showers bring May flowers! No green thumb required; this kit contains everything you need to create a carefree flower arrangement. Registration begins: May 6-May 12 ...

Required

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Description:

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

April showers bring May flowers! No green thumb required; this kit contains everything you need to create a carefree flower arrangement.

Registration begins: May 6-May 12

Kit pickup: May 13-19

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 household and per registration (if required).

Create a Memorial Day Remembrance Wreath Take-Home Kit

All Day 5/14 - 5/25

Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue In honor of Memorial Day on May 27th create and display a wreath of red poppies to remember military members who died in the service of their co...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue

In honor of Memorial Day on May 27th create and display a wreath of red poppies to remember military members who died in the service of their country.

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

Create Your Own Photo Frames

All Day 5/15 - 5/25

Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Did you and your family take a picture with our Welcome sign at our Grand Opening? Drop by the library any time from Grand Opening to May 25th (or as long as supplies last), and we...

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Onsite (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs

Event Description:

Did you and your family take a picture with our Welcome sign at our Grand Opening?

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

Discover Your Library

All Day 5/15 - 5/25

Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

The Almonte Library's grand opening is here! What better way to get to know the new space than through an interactive journey for all ages? Solve riddles to discover everything you...

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Onsite (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

The Almonte Library's grand opening is here! What better way to get to know the new space than through an interactive journey for all ages? Solve riddles to discover everything your new library has to offer.

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

Take & Make Kit: Flying Bee

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm

Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Kids

Event Description:

See what all the buzz is about at the Midwest City Library! Stop by the circulation desk to receive a flying bee craft kit for your little one. This kit helps build fine motor skil...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

See what all the buzz is about at the Midwest City Library! Stop by the circulation desk to receive a flying bee craft kit for your little one.

Grand Opening Celebration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 7:00pm

Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Live Performances & Entertainment

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join us for the official grand opening celebration on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony starts at 10 a.m., followed by studio demos featuring a 3-D printer ...

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Onsite (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Live Performances & Entertainment

Event Description:

Join us for the official grand opening celebration on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Age Group:

Birth-PreK

Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more...

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

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.

Rainbow swirling around a cloud that says Wiggly Wednesdays

Wiggly Wednesdays SIGNUP REQUIRED

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Birth-PreK

Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect...

Required

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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.

Cancelled - Live Piano Music

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Live Performances & Entertainment

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano. There are pl...

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Atrium (Downtown)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment

Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 7

Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Tai Chi

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Tai Chi:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is...

Event Description:

Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a...

Required

Library Branch: Choctaw Library

Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls.

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.

Community Room

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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. For adults and teens.

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. For adults and teens.

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

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...

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Conference Room (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!

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help

Age Group:

Kids

Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Children's Area (Warr Acres)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help

Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.

Budget Gardening

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids

Event Description:

Learn all about how you can use your waste to fuel your garden passions! Crystal is a passionate compost and garden educator and consultant. She has over 5 years of experience c...

Required

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Description:

Learn all about how you can use your waste to fuel your garden passions!

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

Gamefest

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library

Program Type:

Games & Gaming

Age Group:

Kids, Teens

Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library

Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)

Age Group: Kids, Teens

Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Lego Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library

Program Type:

Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Kids

LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Library Branch: Jones Library

Room: Meeting Room (Jones)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Science & STEAM

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

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