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The Edmond Mitch Park Kiosk is working for checkouts, but NOT for returns. The closest Metro location for returning items is the Edmond Library.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

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Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, July 17, 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: 11
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.

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, July 17, 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!

Teens & Tweens: Gamers Unplugged

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens & Tweens! Join us the for this summer edition of our Gamers Unplugged group. Try out new board and card games, play your faves from GU before or sign up to bring in a persona...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Teens & Tweens! Join us the for this summer edition of our Gamers Unplugged group. Try out new board and card games, play your faves from GU before or sign up to bring in a personal favorite for everyone to try.

Lemonade Lounge

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles tog...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more! For ages 12-18.

Tabletop Adventurers Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Come to the Library for a summer of tabletop adventures! Every week, fate will lead you to roleplay as a different character. Will you wake up as a tiny mouse? An amateur wizard? A hungry bear? A heroic warrior?

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.

Minecraft Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Embark on an adventure beyond your imagination with our library's Minecraft program! Dive into the limitless possibilities of this virtual world as you build, create, and explore a...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Embark on an adventure beyond your imagination with our library's Minecraft program! Dive into the limitless possibilities of this virtual world as you build, create, and explore alongside fellow gamers.

Salad Garden For Kids

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make a tasty salad like lettuce, carrots, radishes and cucumbers. Participants will be able to take home their own s...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make a tasty salad like lettuce, carrots, radishes and cucumbers. Participants will be able to take home their own salad!

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

Hand feeling Lamb's Ear leaf

Garden Club: Sensory Gardens

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

If you're looking to learn more about the mysterious art of gardening, you've come to the right place! No green thumb necessary, all experience levels welcome. During this session ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

If you're looking to learn more about the mysterious art of gardening, you've come to the right place! No green thumb necessary, all experience levels welcome.

Bird Feeder

DIY Birdfeeders (Ages 5-12)

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Let's take care of our bird friends! Stop by the library to make a birdfeeder for your front yard. While you're here, pick up some nature books to learn about the great outdoors.&n...

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

Let's take care of our bird friends! Stop by the library to make a birdfeeder for your front yard. While you're here, pick up some nature books to learn about the great outdoors. 

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. 

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.

Del City Monthly Genealogy

Genealogy 101

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Genealogy:

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our re...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Create a Hedgehog Planter

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Learn how to use water bottles to make a cheery little hedgehog planter. You can use various shapes and sizes to create a various planters. Fun for adults or families! Sign u...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Learn how to use water bottles to make a cheery little hedgehog planter. You can use various shapes and sizes to create a various planters.

Fun for adults or families!

Sign up as space is limited/

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Jigsaw Puzzle Put-Together And Exchange

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come join us to put together jigsaw puzzles! We will be having fun assembling puzzles for adults and teens. Also, you are welcome to bring a jigsaw puzzle in good condition (with a...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come join us to put together jigsaw puzzles! We will be having fun assembling puzzles for adults and teens. Also, you are welcome to bring a jigsaw puzzle in good condition (with a box, no missing pieces please) and trade for another puzzle.

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.

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Escape Room: Uncover the Unknown

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you c...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

There’s been rumors of unusual occurrences in the woods in your area lately! After seeing some local news reports, you and your friends decide to go check it out and see what you can find!

Olympics in France 2024 Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/22 - 7/28
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

The Olympics are in Paris, France this year! Learn about the history and events at the Olympics, and the country that is hosting, with this kit!

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

The Olympics are in Paris, France this year! Learn about the history and events at the Olympics, and the country that is hosting, with this kit!

Maker Studio: Open Lab

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come learn to use our Makerspace equipment including our 3D printer, Cricut cutting machine, sewing machine, button maker, green screen, and more! Lab space is limited, please regi...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Come learn to use our Makerspace equipment including our 3D printer, Cricut cutting machine, sewing machine, button maker, green screen, and more! Lab space is limited, please register in advance.

Composting for Kids

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us.  Crystal is a pass...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us. 

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

Mini-Figure Make & Paint

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it! July 22: Make. You will use an online software to customize your character and learn...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it!

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.

Art Around the World 3: South Korea

All Day 7/23 - 7/27
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

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!

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

Summer Birdhouses

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create and paint your own wooden birdhouses.

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create and paint your own wooden birdhouses.

Alice in Wonderland Murder Mystery

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Upon an excavation within a forest round, the lifeless body of Tweedledee was found. All twisted up and twisted down; partly covered with leaves, his tee shirt filled with pepper s...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Upon an excavation within a forest round, the lifeless body of Tweedledee was found. All twisted up and twisted down; partly covered with leaves, his tee shirt filled with pepper stains and jelly on his sleeves.