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How to Enter the State Fair Creative Arts Contests!

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join the Oklahoma State Fair as we discuss how easy it is to enter Creative Arts Contests!

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

Needlefelted Sculptures with Oklahoma Contemporary

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions or make your own creation!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Edgar Heap of Birds: Gelli Art for Kids

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a hands-on art experience where kids will explore the bold and expressive artwork of Edgar Heap of Birds!

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 "Adults" group

Color Your Canvas

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for a fun and relaxing guided painting experience! Our skilled instructor will walk you through creating your own masterpiece step by step, even if you've never picked up a paintbrush before.

This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Sketchbooks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the joys of bookbinding at the Choctaw Library! In this program we will learn how to create a handsewn sketchbook/journal using a simple technique and few household items. 
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Resin Pen Art

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the vibrant world of resin art in this hands-on workshop led by a local artist! Tonya, from Carter House designs will be leading us in designing and decorate custom resin pen using colorful pigments, glitter, and other creative touches.

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 "All Ages" group

Artist Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/21–7/25
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Take home a new kit every week to learn about a new artist and get inspiration for your own creations!

Available while supplies last. First come, first served.

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.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

License Plate Design Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/21–7/25
All Ages, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Inspired by the powerful text-based works of Oklahoma-based artist, Edgar Heap of Birds, and his exhibit HONOR SONG at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, this activity transforms a blank license plate into a meaningful art piece

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

Summer Creations - Popsicle Stick Bracelets

All Day 7/21–7/26
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! Science meets string art with these fun bracelets. Try your hand at knots or simply wrap colors to create a bracelet of your own design.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Squish Paintings – Take Home Kit

All Day 7/21–7/27
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let your little one squish paint and make a colorful creation! Your child is going to love this art project whether they are creating during tummy time or at a table. Best of all – it won’t create too much of a mess!

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

Paper Plate School Bus Take Home Kit

07/21/2025 @ 9:00am–07/28/2025 @ 9:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Gear up for back-to-school season with a fun and creative activity! Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library and pick up a Paper Plate School Bus Take-Home Kit. Perfect for getting into the school spirit and having some crafty fun!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Bad Art Day

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bad at art? Who cares? Come flex your creativity and make terrible art on purpose! Destroy your canvas, make the world's ugliest collage, or just splatter paint. Nobody's the boss of you! It's supposed to be awful!   

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

Needlefelted Sculptures with Oklahoma Contemporary

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions or make your own creation!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Wanderlust Travel Series: Under the Sea

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 4: Under the Sea

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
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 "All Ages" group

Threads of Tradition: Beading Our Cultural Colors

10:00am–11:30am
All Ages
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
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 "Kids" group

Tin Foil Monoprint

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us as we embark on a creative adventure where young artists will explore the magic of process printing using tin foil! Kids will experiment with colors, textures, and patterns to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints.

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

Perler Bead Party

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Add some color to your summer with Perler bead fun! Kids can create vibrant, unique designs that celebrate the Color Our World theme while exploring their creativity.

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
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Color Your Canvas

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

Join us for a fun and relaxing guided painting experience! Our skilled instructor will walk you through creating your own masterpiece step by step, even if you've never picked up a paintbrush before.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Story & Craft: Printmaking

3:00pm–3:45pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Color our world by letting your creativity soar! Enjoy a captivating story and then get creative by designing and printing your own art prints. We will learn about the art of printmaking, talk about techniques, and then create our own!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Sock Puppets

4:00pm–5:30pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Kids will learn how to turn ordinary socks into colorful puppets! Using felt, buttons, yarn, and other craft supplies, they will design unique characters and bring them to life. You can bring your own clean sock if it has a pattern you love.

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

Fiber Arts Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!