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SO's Pen Pals Fall 2024

09/09/2024 @ 12:00pm - 10/13/2024 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

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

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/13/2024 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, 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!

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

October Mindfulness Journal

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/13/2024 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Journaling For Women: A Take & Make

10/07/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/13/2024 @ 6:00pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This is a Take and Make Journaling kit.  You can begin to pick up your kits on Oct. 7th , 2024, which is National Inner Beauty Day. Take in the beauty of nature, animals, the arts, or people and journal about them.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kids Build: LEGOs and Beyond

2:00pm - 3:30pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Ghost Painting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

We have the ghosts, you have the vision! Come make this spirit yours with love and paint. While you work, we will also watch Cleanin' Up The Town: Remembering Ghostbusters on Kanopy. 

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

Pokemon TCG League

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids, Teens
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League!

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

Life Writing Sunday

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

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

Power Hack! Advanced Coding Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition.

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

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Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spice Club Take-Home Kit

All Day
Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Onsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is offering a FREE monthly take-home kit featuring a spice or spice blend for you to try out at home!

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Traveling Tales: Pakistan

All Day
Kids
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Fables, legends, and myths, oh my! Explore a new country each month through local tales and themed crafts. Don't forget to get your Traveling Tales Passport stamped once you finish your kit!

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

STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 10/15 - 10/19
Kids, Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Registration
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

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!

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Petrifying Pompoms for Adults

All Day 10/15 - 10/20
Adults
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Scare up some creeeeepy crafts with this take and make kit! Each kit will contain supplies needed to create a petrifying pompom!

Registration begins: October 7

Kit Pick-Up: October 15-20

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!

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

Silly Pumpkin Faces Take and Make for Ages 2-5

All Day 10/15 - 10/20
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

What kind of pumpkin will your little one make? Happy? Scary? Silly? This simple paper craft use shapes, emotions, and the fall season to get everyone into a pumpkin-y mood.

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.

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

Take & Make: Standing Ghosts -- Ages 10-18

All Day 10/15 - 10/20
Kids, Teens
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Haunted House Craft- Kit

All Day 10/15 - 10/21
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Get ready for Halloween with this super cute cardstock haunted house! Instructions on how to assemble the house will be included with this super fun kit. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Lucha Libre Mask Take Home Kit

All Day 10/15 - 10/22
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Learn all about the cultural significance of Lucha Libre masks while designing your own worthy of Rey Mysterio himself.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take-Home Kit: Halloween Mâché Bowls

All Day 10/15 - 10/27
Adults
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Dive into crafting and the Halloween spirit by creating a paper-mache candy bowl! Visit Almonte for a supply bag while supplies last. 

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Día de los Muertos Take-Home Kits

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
Kids, Teens
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) with a free, take-home craft kit! Use the supplies provided to decorate your own mini ofrenda box. Ofrenda boxes or altars are used during this celebration to honor deceased loved ones.

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.

EYE SEE YOU SPOOKY Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us all month long for Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Bags

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Halloween Jar Take & Make Kit for Ages 6-9 Years

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Haunted Castle Take Home Craft, 6-9 Years

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Get into the spirit of Halloween by putting together a small, table-top model haunted castle.  All supplies will be provided for this take-home craft.  Registration is open to those who do not sign up for the Halloween Jar craft, for the

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!