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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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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
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. 

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.

Life size Candyland at the Summer Reading Kickoff

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us to play Life Size Candyland during the Summer Reading Kickoff.  8 players will battle off in 30 minute rounds. First come first serve. Ages 6 and up.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us to play Life Size Candyland during the Summer Reading Kickoff. 

8 players will battle off in 30 minute rounds. First come first serve. Ages 6 and up.

A child paddling a boat across water from a book

Summer Reading Kickoff at Southern Oaks

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Adventure Awaits in this year's summer reading program! Join the kickoff celebration at Southern Oaks library where we will have games, crafts, a community art project, and much mo...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Description:

Adventure Awaits in this year's summer reading program! Join the kickoff celebration at Southern Oaks library where we will have games, crafts, a community art project, and much more!

Wine Glass Charms

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Although we can't have wine at the library, you can make some cute charms to go around the stem of your glass.   So come and make a set for those summer get togethers!...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Although we can't have wine at the library, you can make some cute charms to go around the stem of your glass.  

So come and make a set for those summer get togethers! 

Each person can make a set of 4 charms.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

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

Event Description:

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​   

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

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

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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.

Life Size Candyland

All Day 6/6 - 6/18
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

The library will be transformed into life size Candyland that you and your family can do on your own as you visit us this summer! Stop by the reference desk and tell them you want ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

The library will be transformed into life size Candyland that you and your family can do on your own as you visit us this summer! Stop by the reference desk and tell them you want to play. 

Duck-tastic Adventures: Decorating Rubber Ducks

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Embark on a whimsical journey with our 'Duck-tastic Adventures' program, where creativity knows no bounds! Join us for an exciting crafting experience as we transform ordinary rubb...

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

Embark on a whimsical journey with our 'Duck-tastic Adventures' program, where creativity knows no bounds!

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 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
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: 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!

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer. This summer, OKCMOA will be featuring Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Des...

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

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

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

Adventures in Embroidery with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.  Ages 9-15

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Co

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

Keychain Chaos

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens are invited to unleash their creativity as they craft unique keychains using shrinky dinks, perler beads, and an array of other craft materials. Explore different techniques,...

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

Teens are invited to unleash their creativity as they craft unique keychains using shrinky dinks, perler beads, and an array of other craft materials.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Jungle

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of a jungle scene. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of a jungle scene. You will leave with a completed painting.

Beginning Teen Guitar!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for teens and tweens. No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of g...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for teens and tweens. No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer. This summer, OKCMOA will be featuring Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Des...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

Beginning Adult Guitar!

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars ava...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

Picture of a paper butterfly

Butterfly Ornament Take and Make Kit

All Day 6/7 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Kit contains the supplies to make a decorated paper butterfly. Young children will need adult supervision and assistance. Also included...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Kit contains the supplies to make a decorated paper butterfly. Young children will need adult supervision and assistance.

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!

Paint

Friday Morning Art (Ages 3-12)

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us on Friday mornings in June for an hour of come-and-go process art. Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery...

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

Join us on Friday mornings in June for an hour of come-and-go process art. Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery.

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. 

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

Oklahoma History Center: Cattle Trails and Branding

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader Join the Oklahoma History Center’s expedition into Oklahoma’s past as the center of the open-range cattle trails! The History Center will...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader

CHILDREN'S Window Mural Art

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided!  This program is for ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided! 

This program is for kids. 

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. 

Adventure

DIY Adventure Books

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Teens and Adults, it is Summer time and adventure awaits! Join us on June 7th at 3pm for a Do It Yourself Adventure Books program. Guests will create a book that can be use to plan...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Teens and Adults, it is Summer time and adventure awaits! Join us on June 7th at 3pm for a Do It Yourself Adventure Books program.

Knitty Committee

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit? Join us as you finish your current project, or simply bring yarn and needles and we will help you get started! The recommended yarn ...

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

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Adventures in Embroidery with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.  Ages 9-15

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Participants will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches, taught by Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Co

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

Crochet and Knit Club Logo

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! Come join us working on our ongoing Heirloom Afghan Blanket project or any project of your choosing. We are a fun group and we welcome yarn art...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

Let's Get Crafty

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people? Come join us at Let's Get Crafty!&n...

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

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew

Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?

Come join us at Let's Get Crafty!