BRANCH HOURS UPDATE:

From Feb. 23-26 and March 2-6, the Patience S. Latting Northwest Library will close at 7 p.m. for carpet replacement.

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

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

Diamond Painting Bookmarks

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all teens and adult crafters or wannabe crafters of all levels!

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

Fiber Arts Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
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!

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

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time 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.

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

Lemonade Lounge

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.

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

Kids Cafe Friyay

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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.

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

Southern Oaks Chess Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

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

Paint Your Own Reusable Tote Bag

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 17, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

A tote-bag painting program for teens & adults, featuring chill lo-fi music and a relaxed creative vibe.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pokemon Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 18, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Friendship Bracelets!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Kids are invited to get creative and make their own friendship bracelets. Whether they keep it or give it to a friend, it's a fun way to craft something special. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!

This event is in the "Kids" group

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

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

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time 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.

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

Paper Craft: Chigiri-e

6:00pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by exploring Chigiri-e, a traditional Japanese art form that uses hand-torn paper to create soft, textured images.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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

At Home Composting

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

This class, led by Mason Huddleston, Urban Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator for the OSU Extension, will walk you through the essentials of composting at home. 

Registration encouraged

This event is in the "Teens" group

Music MAYhem: Bring Your Sound!

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Get ready to rock the library with Music Mayhem! Teens, grab your instruments and dive into a jam-packed session of musical mayhem.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

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

Podcasting 101 Episode 1: Concept and Planning

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 21, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in entering the world of podcasts and content creation?

Do you have a story to tell or expertise to share with the world?

Don't know how to start?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

Fiber Arts Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
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!

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

Shrink Plastic Jewelry

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us as Grayson Shantel, of Primary Lines, teaches us how to make shrink plastic jewelry!

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Podcasting 101 Skills Workshop: Audio Editing

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 31, 2026 @ 4:36pm.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Multimedia Lab (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

You have the script written and the show planned out.

Now just how do you record it!?

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

Vinyl Record & Art Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

This event is in the "Adults" group

True Crime Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you fascinated by the mysterious, the unsolved, and the stories that chill to the bone? Or are cons and schemes more up your alley?