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Bakery Ballot Box

All Day 9/5 - 9/29
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Visit Almonte's temporary site to vote for the best dessert and learn of local voting opportunities. Primaries will be held until September 15th, with early voting beginning on Sept.16 and General Election votes will be gathered through September 30t...

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

Creative Writing Chapbook

09/05/2023 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2023 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:
Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles! ...

Library Card Sign-Up Month BINGO

09/05/2023 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2023 @ 5:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics
Event Description:
Pick up a Library Card Sign-Up Month BINGO card and mark off a square for each way you use your library card! Get a BINGO for a bookish prize! ...

September Mindfulness Journal

09/05/2023 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2023 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health!  ...

Celebrate Library Card Signup Month

09/05/2023 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2023 @ 9:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:
September is National Library Card sign-up month. Visit the library and sign-up for a card in September to enter our weekly drawing for great prizes. For current library card holders checkout four or more items to be entered in our drawing. A library...

Elementary Take Home Kit: Sew Your Own Library Cardholder!

09/06/2023 @ 9:00am - 09/30/2023 @ 5:00pm
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Onsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Do you have a library card? Then you need a library card holder! Utilizing some basic sewing skills (with a plastic needle) you will sew your very own library card holder and with some fun stickers an...

Kids Create Art Contest

All Day 9/7 - 10/8
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Description:
Exercise your creativity by joining the 2023 Kids Create Art Contest! We're now accepting submissions from artists ages 5-12 in the following categories: 2D Art (painting, drawing, chalk art, etc.) 3D Art (sculpture, jewelry, etc.) Short Story/...

Teen Art Contest

All Day 9/7 - 10/8
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Description:
Exercise your creativity by joining the 2023 Teen Art Contest! We're now accepting submissions from artists ages 13-18 in the following categories: 2D Art (painting, drawing, chalk art, etc.) 3D Art (sculpture, jewelry, etc.) Short Story/Poetry...

Hispanic Heritage Month Loteria Take Home Kit

09/15/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/08/2023 @ 6:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a library-themed Loteria game. Game sets include everything you need to play the game.  (While supplies last.)  ...

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.

Take-Home Kit: Stitching

All Day 9/25 - 9/29
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
You don't have to jump through hoops to practice a little bit of needlework, but we will include a hoop anyway. Come on in and grab a stitching kit, complete with fabric , yarn, and plastic needle to get you started! Come to Trinity Lutheran ...

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.

Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit

All Day 9/25 - 10/2
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more about apples and John Chapman. Supplies are limited though, so get yours...

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 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.

Take & Make Kit: Crab Puppet Craft

09/25/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/01/2023 @ 6:00pm
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Feeling crabby? Craft it out with the latest kit from the Midwest City Library! Our take & make kits help kiddos improve motor skills and follow step by step directions. Scissors, a marker, and glue are required for this kit. Limit: three kits pe...

Disclaimer(s)

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

The Booknerds: YA Book Boxes - Japan

09/25/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/01/2023 @ 6:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:
Sign up for your own personalized book box, filled with some great new YA reads selected just for YOU. You'll receive 2 new YA books (published in the last 1 to 1.5 years) checked out to your library card along with some fabulous fun treats. When you...

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 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.

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!

Community Read Family Book Discussion Registration & Book Pick Up

09/25/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/08/2023 @ 6:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:
The book discussion will be held on Saturday, October 21st at 2 pm at the Edmond Library. It is encouraged for children in grades 3+ and their caregivers to read and discuss together. This is where you register for the event. After registering, pleas...

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

Cosplay Take-Home Kit with OKC Rep

All Day 9/27 - 10/8
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Join the fun with a cosplay kit to help celebrate OKC Repertory Theater's season opener: The Antelope Party.  In this play, “The Rust Belt Ponies Meet-Up Group for Adult Fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” gather weekly to visit...

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!

1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows Book Club- Chinese History

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Description:
Join us for a discussion of 1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows, a memoir by celebrated Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei. In collaboration with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, Capitol Hill Library will host a discussion of the book and modern ...

(Moved to Bethany Library) Yarn Club! / ¡Club de Hilo!

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Almonte Library
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:
Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us for this bi-weekly program, as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until the project is completed. Receive free pa...

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

CLC Adult Basic Education

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Reading Help
Event Description:
Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes focus on reading, writing, math and spelling...

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes Online (ESL)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Zoom (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:
Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This online introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.  English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are designed to he...