WEATHER CLOSURE:

Due to the forecast of severe weather, all Metropolitan Libraries will close at 2pm today, 5/6/2024.

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.

Upcoming Events

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Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Offsite (Harrah)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

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.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi for Better Balance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

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 "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

UShine is a local mental and emotional health nonprofit that exists to spark passion for proactive mental health, promote compassion for others, and build hope for a mentally thriving world.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Stacks of Adventure with Science Museum of Oklahoma

3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

The greatest adventures can be found in your favorite stories, and this program is full of STEAM activities inspired by them. Hands-on and creative challenges will abound in this STEM and literature!

Age Range: 6-12 (approximate)

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

3D print and Design: Afternoon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

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!

Come learn how to use CAD software and 3D modeling to prepare designs for 3D printing. We'll show you how to turn common shapes and turn them into amazing creations. We'll also help you bring some of them to life with our 3D printer!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Would You Survive? with Science Museum of Oklahoma

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

Test your instincts against a perilous adventure of the type only found in stories. This otherworldly program will be a combination of games, survival tasks, and other adventurous fun.

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 "Kids" group.

Rocket Readers

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

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

Personal Finance Coach

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help.

Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips, and tricks to achieve your financial goals.

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

Maker Studio: Open Lab

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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

Juneteenth Family Story Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Enslaved Black Americans were freed on January 1, 1863, but many did not find out they were free until June 19, 1865. Juneteenth is now a national holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the US.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Facing Co-Parenting Challenges

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Separation and divorce are some of the biggest challenges a family can face.  During this workshop, parents will discover strategies to help their children’s adjustment, learn conflict management techniques, and better understand how the pare

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Air Fryers 101: Pesto Potato Wedges

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Have you been wondering if you need an air fryer, or maybe you bought one and haven't learned to use it?

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 "All Ages" group.

Common Enemy Film Showing/Krew the Rescue Pig

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Oklahoma has a growing factory farming problem. The state leads the nation in foreign-owned agricultural land. The death of the small family farm is a theme that lingers throughout Oklahoma.

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Take & Make Lit Kit

All Day
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or High School Sequoyah list. Supplies are limited.

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!

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

June 19th (also known as Juneteenth) is Emancipation Day - a federal holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the USA.

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.

Juneteenth Window Suncatcher Kit

All Day 6/11 - 6/18
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth 2024 with a Suncatcher take home kit! You'll use tissue paper and contact paper to create a suncatcher to hang in your window all summer long.

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Watercolor Fireworks Take-Home Kit

9:00am - 9:00pm
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Paint your own fireworks art in watercolors! No previous painting practice required-- kit includes materials and detailed instructions, plus a list of library resources for further information and reading. 

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

Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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.

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

9:30am - 10:15am
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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.

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Art is for anyone at any age! Help the littlest artists in your life explore drawing, painting, and so much more as we create beautiful, messy art.

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.