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Gelli Printing for Kids

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a hands-on art experience this fall break!

This event is in the "Kids" group

After-School Kids Club: Slime Lab!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Get ready for a slime-tastic time in Slime Lab! Kids will mix, stretch, and squish their own slime creations to take home. It’s a sensory adventure full of creativity, experimentation, and ooey-gooey fun!

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 "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Bilingual Storytime

4:00pm–4:30pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Children's Area (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a fun and interactive bilingual storytime where stories come to life in both English and Spanish! Perfect for kids and families to enjoy language, culture, and imagination together.

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 "Kids" group

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

¡Canta Conmigo!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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 "Kids" group

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

Register now or walk in's welcome.

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

Sugar Plate Skull

5:00pm–6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Here is a fun little craft, The Sugar Plate Skull. Visit the Southern Oaks Library for a fun Hispanic Heritage Month craft. We will be meeting in the library at the table near the Reference desk for this event. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Minecraft Beads: Monstrous Mobs

5:00pm–6:30pm
Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library and create your own spooky Minecraft mob! You will use beads to create your pixel design, and then use a heat press to fuse them together. 

This program is recommended for tweens & teens aged 10-17. 

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.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime (0-24 months)

9:30am–10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Time

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Tots Thursdays

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homeschool STEM Club - Science Fun!

10:00am–11:30am
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Stacking Liquids

It's not only solid objects that can sink or float in a liquid.  A liquid can also sink below or float atop another liquid!

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.

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

10:30am–11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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.

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 "Birth-PreK" group

CANCELLED: Toddler (Ages 1-3) Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us every Tuesday morning for our delightful Toddler Storytime at the public library! This engaging program is specially designed for children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers.

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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pinecone Bird Feeders and Leaf Print Fall Wreaths 

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Fall Fun for the entire family! Participants can create a pinecone bird feeder using birdseed and almond butter, as well as a unique Fall wreath featuring leaf prints.  

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.

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

Game Night

3:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

3:30pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

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.

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

Halloween Button Picture Frames

5:00pm–6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Who knew you could have so much fun with buttons? Join us at Southern Oaks Library for our Picture Frame craft. We will be meeting at the table in front of the display case. Register now to reserve your spot. 

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

Paranormal Investigation with IOKP

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come meet IOKP (Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal), a real team of paranormal investigators who hunt ghosts all around Oklahoma and the surrounding areas.

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

Spooky Crafts- Pet Ghosts

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create your own adorable (and slightly spooky) pet ghost in this fun craft session for teens! Design a ghostly companion to keep you company all season long. Perfect for Halloween vibes and creative fun.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Storytime: Spiderweb Wonders

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Today we are learning all about a master engineer of the animal world: spiders!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Art Time-Glow Paint!

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!

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 "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Circle of Parents Support Group

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.