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Mexican Foil Art

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn a traditional Mexican folk art.

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

Spooky Crafts- Eyeballs

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun and creepy craft session just for teens! Create your own spooky eyeballs to add a ghoulish touch to your décor or just to freak out your friends.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Whether you've never wielded a paintbrush before or you're an accomplished artist already, join us to learn about a new artist each month and complete a project based on their work.

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

Crochet Night Meet Up

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. Bring your water bottle kit from August or bring your own project!

 

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 "Adults" group

French Honeycomb Coasters

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come join us in making a set of four lovely wooden coasters using a decoupage technique and French Vintage Designs.  As always all supplies will be provided to complete this craft.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Harrah Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

October Origami Challenge Take-Home-Kit

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Origami Challenge

 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Art Smart Kids (Ages 8-12)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material!

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

Quilling Class

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

For those who have never quilled or for those who are experienced, come enjoy making a quilling project or bring one of you own to work on!

Plus: Share ideas and projects you have done.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Knitty Committee

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

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

AltFest

11:00am–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Entire 4th Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in the niche, alternative, underground, or atypical? Welcome to the event just right 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.

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

Sugar Skull Planters for Hispanic Heritage Month

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in this creative workshop! Teens and adults are invited to decorate sugar skull (calaveras de azúcar) inspired flower pots, honoring a vibrant tradition from Mexican culture.

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

DIY Spooky Barbies

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create your own Spooky Barbie! Experience the strangely satisfying pastime of turning these dolls into creepy, undead monsters, vampires, or skeletons. Bring an old Barbie if you have one, or use one of ours. Wear clothes you can get messy in!

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. 

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Witch's Broom Earrings

2:00pm–3:30pm
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:

Double, double toil and trouble! Come to the Choctaw Library and make some witch's broom earrings out of wire. Wear them with your costume on Halloween or any time of the year to bring out your inner goth. 

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 "All Ages" group

Button-Making Party

3:00pm–4:00pm
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
Event Description:

Join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a fun Button-Making Party on October 12th!

Get creative and design your own themed buttons! Drop by to make a few fun and festive buttons to take home or share.

Themes include:

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

October STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/18
Kids, Teens
Wright Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
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 "All Ages" group

Pumpkin Mania - Take Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/19
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Get crafty this fall and create a variety of fun and festive pumpkins—perfect for decorating your home, desk, or windowsill.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "All Ages" group

Dia de los Muertos DIY Photo Frame Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/20
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Our kit includes paint and a photo frame to decorate to use for Dia de los Muertos. Let us know if you need a photo printed and we can help!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Creative Mending Takehome Kit

10/14/2025 @ 1:00am–10/20/2025 @ 12:00am
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

This kit will teach you how to embroider your own jean patch for mending or accessorizing so you can have a fun and thrifty Halloween!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Make Puppets Together Take-Home Kit

9:00am–9:00pm
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Would you like to make something with your toddler that you can play with together? This take-home kit includes supplies to create and decorate puppets and some activities to spark creative play for you and your child together! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Self-Portrait with Frida Kahlo Take-Home Kit

9:00am–9:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn more about one of Mexico's greatest artists, Frida Kahlo! Among her accomplishments, she was known for her self-portraits, full of emotion and symbolism. How would you represent yourself in a portrait?

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

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am–10/31/2025 @ 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 "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!