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New Knitters

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:
We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community. Join us...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo Night

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Try your luck at Bingo! Join us for an evening of community fun and a chance to win new books or Metropolitan Library System branded items. Bingo Night is a free event and all ages

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:
Try your luck at Bingo! Join us for an evening of community fun and a chance to win new books or Metropolitan Library System branded items. Bingo Night is a free event and all ages are welcome.  *Please register everyone in your group. ...

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mindful Skills for Relaxation - Sand Painting

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours. This month we will be making sand paintings. Relieve this

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:
Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours. This month we will be making sand paintings. Relieve this fun craft from childhood that is all grown up and take home a work of ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, May 29, 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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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. Please wear comfortable shoes. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

D&D for Beginners

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:
Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person every other Wednesday May 1 - July 24. Registration i...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teens & Tweens: A Steampunk Murder Mystery Summer Reading Kickoff

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Ages 10 through 18! Join us May 30th as we kick off Summer Reading with the Steampunk Murder Mystery! The year is 1857 and steam power rules, from the upper echelons of society

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Ages 10 through 18! Join us May 30th as we kick off Summer Reading with the Steampunk Murder Mystery! The year is 1857 and steam power rules, from the upper echelons of society to the gutters of London's Old Town. Here in the countryside sits...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Preserving Your Summer Adventure Take-Home Kit

All Day 6/1 - 6/14
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Traveling? Hosting? Planning tons of summer fun? Make sure to grab a kit of archival supplies from your neighborhood library to save your summer memories. This kit has everything y

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:
Traveling? Hosting? Planning tons of summer fun? Make sure to grab a kit of archival supplies from your neighborhood library to save your summer memories. This kit has everything you need to preserve your photos, tickets, brochures, crafts, and every...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Juneteenth Celebration Craft!

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is almost here! This American holiday, observed annually on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African A

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is almost here! This American holiday, observed annually on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in Texas. Celebrate with this DIY craft that everyone will en...

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).

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pride Flag Garland Take-Home Kit

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate Pride with a DIY colorful Pride Flag garland! This kit will contain all the supplies needed to create a colorful flag garland that celebrates the many different kinds of

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Celebrate Pride with a DIY colorful Pride Flag garland! This kit will contain all the supplies needed to create a colorful flag garland that celebrates the many different kinds of people in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Summer Reading Kick-off Party

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Sign up for our Summer Reading program and spend the afternoon playing with LEGO blocks! Members of the local adult LEGO group will have their "Books Come to Life" displays se

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Sign up for our Summer Reading program and spend the afternoon playing with LEGO blocks! Members of the local adult LEGO group will have their "Books Come to Life" displays setup and be available for construction advice. Ask the experts and shar...

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Camp Craft Kit

06/01/2024 @ 12:00pm to 06/18/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

It's summer time!! Bring back all those summer camp vibes with this super awesome craft. Directions and supplies will be included. 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
It's summer time!! Bring back all those summer camp vibes with this super awesome craft. Directions and supplies will be included.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Budget Gardening

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Onsite (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
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 curating compost and gardening through trial & error and personal r...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Safari Search and Find

All Day 6/2 - 6/18
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Kick off an adventurous summer reading with a safari themed search and find! Animals are running rampant throughout the Almonte library. Can you help us find them all?

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Kick off an adventurous summer reading with a safari themed search and find! Animals are running rampant throughout the Almonte library. Can you help us find them all? ...

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

PRIDE Candle Pouring Party

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate PRIDE and make our own candles! Choose between several PRIDE-inspired designs to decorate your candle. Show your PRIDE and sign up today!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Join us as we celebrate PRIDE and make our own candles! Choose between several PRIDE-inspired designs to decorate your candle. Show your PRIDE and sign up today! ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take off for Adventure with a Paper Roll Rocket Ship Take Home Kit​​

All Day 6/3 - 6/9
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Take off for adventure by making a paper roll rocket ship. You'll also get a reading list about space, so come get yours while supplies last!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Take off for adventure by making a paper roll rocket ship. You'll also get a reading list about space, so come get yours while supplies last! ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adventure Begins! Grab & Go Take Home Craft Kits

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Enjoy a classic camp-style craft activity and earn points towards your summer reading goal!* Choose from crafts including woven friendship bracelets, Macramé plant hangers, an

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Enjoy a classic camp-style craft activity and earn points towards your summer reading goal!* Choose from crafts including woven friendship bracelets, Macramé plant hangers, and painted mini terra cotta pots. Kits are available on a first come...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Adventure Packs

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Adventurers need their gear to go exploring this summer! Children make an adventure journal and a pouch in which to hold their treasures and write all about their quests! 

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Adventurers need their gear to go exploring this summer! Children make an adventure journal and a pouch in which to hold their treasures and write all about their quests!  Ages 5-8 ...

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let the Adventure Begin - Summer Fun Family Take Home Kit!

06/04/2024 @ 9:30am to 06/08/2024 @ 4:30pm
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Adventure begins at your library! Grab this summer long take home kit to begin your family's summer adventure. Kit will include information on getting signed up for Summer Readin

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Adventure begins at your library! Grab this summer long take home kit to begin your family's summer adventure. Kit will include information on getting signed up for Summer Reading, a world map to track your family's "travels", curated reading lists...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take-Home Tuesday: Juneteenth Watermelon Ginger Beer

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

The color red widely symbolically represents the blood shed by enslaved African ancestors, making red beverages staple menu items for African American Emancipation celebrations.

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
The color red widely symbolically represents the blood shed by enslaved African ancestors, making red beverages staple menu items for African American Emancipation celebrations. To celebrate Juneteenth, pick up this take-home kit for a recipe by N...

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Salsa Garden For Kids

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make their own salsa including tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro and peppers. Participants will be able to take

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make their own salsa including tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro and peppers. Participants will be able to take home their own jar of salsa! LaTasha Timberlake is native to Oklah...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Two Fun Summer DIY Projects

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, 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:

Come Have Some Summer Fun! Create a "Photo Holder Paper Weight" or "Ladybug Pencil Holder" Then keep your beautiful work of art or give it away as a gift!   (Thes

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

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

Come Have Some Summer Fun! Create a "Photo Holder Paper Weight" or "Ladybug Pencil Holder" Then keep your beautiful work of art or give it away as a gift!   (These are Air-Dry Clay Projects. Two session project.) ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kitchen Scrap Gardening

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Scrap gardening is great for kids, beginners, or anyone who is wanting to experiment with their first garden. It is also a great way to save money on fresh food by using what you a

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:
Scrap gardening is great for kids, beginners, or anyone who is wanting to experiment with their first garden. It is also a great way to save money on fresh food by using what you already have in your kitchen! Gabrielle Reyes is a mother of one han...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Budget Gardening

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
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 curating compost and gardening through trial & error and personal r...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Adventures by Air: Take Home Kit Ages 5-12

06/05/2024 @ 9:00am to 06/08/2024 @ 5:00pm
Online + Curbside (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the library, but how will you be traveling?  Enjoy a fun craft, coloring and activity sheets, stickers, bookmarks, and more with this take-home kit for

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Description:
Adventure begins at the library, but how will you be traveling?  Enjoy a fun craft, coloring and activity sheets, stickers, bookmarks, and more with this take-home kit for kids ages 5-12.  *Any kits not picked up by Saturday, June 8th...

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.