TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

Upcoming Events

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Western Legends and Modern Legacies

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

This isn't just any reading program – it's your ticket to the dusty trails, thrilling tales and the real-life legends of the West.

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Salsa Garden For Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to grow all the ingredients to make their own salsa including tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro and peppers. Participants will be able to take home their own jar of salsa!

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. 

Teen Craft & Chat

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Calling all teens! Come to the library to spend some time with other teens, enjoy a craft, and make new friends! 

Budget Gardening

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Learn all about how you can use your waste to fuel your garden passions!

Organic Pest Management

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Learn all about organic pest management from our friends at OKC Beautiful. 

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.

The Case of the Cult of Awgdoeodd Science Museum of Oklahoma

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Prepare to be spooked and have your wits and logic put to the test in this horror adventure game full of challenges inspired by STEM and real-world forensic techniques.

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.

Bethany Critique Group

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.

Children Reading to Dogs - 1st Session

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6:30-7 pm OR 7-7:30 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. 

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

Children Reading to Dogs - 2nd Session

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6:30-7 pm OR 7-7:30 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. 

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

Library Closed

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Closing
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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

Summer Reading Creations - Craft Binoculars

All Day 6/20 - 6/22
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 adventure themed craft or demonstration! This week you can build and design your very own craft Binoculars. What new things will you observe by focusing your attention?

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

LGBTQ+ Art Showcase

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

We're celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ artists in the month of June! Enjoy our exhibition from local artists and creators on display in Philomathea Hall. 

Safari Search and Find

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Kick off an adventurous summer reading with a safari themed search and find! Animals are running rampant throughout the Almonte library. Can you help us find them all?

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

Life Size Candyland

All Day 6/20 - 7/3
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

The library will be transformed into life size Candyland that you and your family can do on your own as you visit us this summer! Stop by the reference desk and tell them you want to play. 

PRIDE Creative Writing Chapbooks

06/20/2024 @ 8:00am - 06/30/2024 @ 6:00pm
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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Adventures by Sea: Take Home Kit Ages 5-12

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/22/2024 @ 5:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the library, but how will you be traveling? 

Enjoy a fun craft, coloring and activity sheets, stickers, bookmarks, and more with this take-home kit for kids ages 5-12. 

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.

Juneteenth Freedom Day Windsock Take Home Kit

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/23/2024 @ 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth by creating a windsock Freedom Day Flag! This take home kit is intended for children 5-12. One per child. 

June Mindfulness Journal

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/30/2024 @ 6:00pm
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!