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Scrapbook Studio: Unearth a Family Story

6:30pm–8:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 2, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

The Scrapbook Studio is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts. Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult or guardian.

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

SUMMER MEAL

12:00pm–1:30pm
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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 1)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

Ribbon Recycle Bookmarks

2:00pm–3:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Kids will create a bookmark using old
Oklahoma State Fair ribbons to mark their
place in summer reading! Each participant will
receive a small grouping of ribbons and be
able to cut & create designs to glue to their

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

Dino Diamond Painting Magnets

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all kid and teen makers! You may have seen parents or adults in your life do large diamond paintings and wanting to do one too. But man those look like they are going to take a long time! Have no fear, the library is here!

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 2)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

Crafternoon!

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come & Go crafting!

Join us anytime between 3-4:30pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays in June & July! This is a self directed come and go program. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 3)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

Dino Footprint Trinket Dish Take Home Kit

07/25/2026 @ 9:00am–07/31/2026 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 15, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create a dino-mite keepsake at home! This take-home kit includes everything you need to make a dinosaur footprint shaped trinket dish using airdry clay.

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

Gelli Plate Journaling

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Gelli Plate Journaling 

Enjoy Creating a Colorful "One-of-a-Kind Journal" 

made with Gelli Plate pages you create. 

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

Squishy Circuits!

11:00am–1:00pm
Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Bethany Library on Saturday, July 25th, for a STEAM activity! Squishy circuits are a fun and intuitive way to for kids to learn about voltage, circuits, and light-emitting diodes (LEDS). Spark your interest by attending this event!

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

Storytelling Through Pictures

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

For thousands of years, artists have been telling stories using only pictures like cave paintings, Egyptian hieroglyphics, Medieval tapestries, and comic books today.

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

Paint A Wiggly Snake

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Get creative at the library by painting your own wiggly wooden snake! Kids and families will use colorful paints to decorate a flexible wooden snake and make it completely unique.

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. 

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.

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

Take-Home Kit: 3D Printed Plane Card Kit

All Day 7/27–8/1
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Take home a fun plane building activity from the library! Each kit includes a 3D printed airplane card and instructions to help you build your own plane. Put it together while learning about airplanes and the STEM behind how they fly. 

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

Infuse Your Moves

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

Join the Oklahoma City-County Health Department to make your own fruit infused water in this hands-on workshop. Explore how water fuels your body.

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

SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life)

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 29, 2026 @ 1:28pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.

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

SUMMER MEAL

12:00pm–1:30pm
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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 4)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 5)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 6)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

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

Summer Kids Cafe

4:30pm–6:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us on Mondays & Wednesdays for a delicious meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. We’ll have educational videos to watch and games to play while you enjoy your food and hang out 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen STEAM Team

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

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

SUMMER MEAL

12:00pm–1:30pm
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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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

Dino Digs: DIY Fossil Excavation

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Become a Paleontologist and dig up your own Dinosaurs in this fun hands-on activity! We have some 'prehistoric eggs' to crack open and discover what dinosaurs are inside!