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Live Action Clue Mystery!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:
Mr. Boddy has died -- it's up to you to find out who killed him!   Was it Plum with the candlestick in the library? Or Scarlet with the wrench in the kitchen? You play the characters and move across the board in this live action mys...

SUMMER MEAL

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library. Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. ...

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.

OKC Mobile Market

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food. Mob...

Live Action Clue Mystery!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:
Mr. Boddy has died -- it's up to you to find out who killed him!   Was it Plum with the candlestick in the library? Or Scarlet with the wrench in the kitchen? You play the characters and move across the board in this live action mys...

Anti-Dragon Defense Systems with Science Museum of Oklahoma

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Defend yourself from a horde of ferocious dragons in this engineering-based program for children. Create, build, and test your own anti-dragon defense system against a variety of dragon hides. Learn how the shape and materials of projectiles affect t...

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.

Bingo Friday!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:
Join us every Friday for bingo! This family friendly event will feature trivia, jokes, and facts on the theme of the week!   ...

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre “Frog and Toad” at Rodeo Cinema

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Offsite (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:
Target Age: School-age children  Follow along through four fun-filled seasons with great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad. Waking from hibernation, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, go sledding, and learn lif...

Perler Beads

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Let's make something! Using small colorful beads, we will make shapes, characters and anything of your imagination!    **Hot irons will be in use by library employee** ...

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:
Target Age: school-age children   The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play th...

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday. ...

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre “Frog and Toad” at Scissortail Park Farmers Market

9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:
Target Age: School-age children  Follow along through four fun-filled seasons with great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad. Waking from hibernation, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, go sledding, and learn lif...

Storytime & Parachute

9:30am - 10:00am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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!

Tai Chi in the Park

9:30am - 10:30am
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:
Join us for Tai Chi in the Park in the gazebo at the Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the Bethany Library. This traditional Tai Chi class includes 8 forms that emphasize balance and flexibility. Open to all fitness levels....

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:
Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings! ...

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. 

Toddler Playtime: Summer Fun!

10:00am - 11:00am
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Description:
Birth to pre-k kiddos, wear your sunnies for a water, sand, and all things 'Summer' playtime. Hands on play is encouraged!  ...

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. 

Genealogy 101

10:00am - 12:00pm
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free.

Saturday Morning Cartoons

10:00am - 12:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Event Description:
Grab your web shooters or grappling hooks and swing into Ralph Ellison for our first monthly Saturday Morning Cartoons program! ...

Barn Quilts: A Folk Art Adventure

10:00am - 4:30pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of barn quilts and create your own vibrant masterpiece during this interactive library program. Barn quilts, a unique form of folk art, have adorned the sides of barns and outbuildings across rural America fo...

Escape the Unknown

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:
Bethany Library is hosting an adventure themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session. This FR...

ScissorTales

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:
Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime! We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail.  Bad weather? No worries! If the weather is under 50 degrees or if rain is forecaste...

Create a Hedgehog Planter

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:
Learn how to use water bottles to make a cheery little hedgehog planter. You can use various shapes and sizes to create a various planters. Fun for adults or families! Sign up as space is limited/ Check out our gardening books and materials ...

The Case of the Cult of Awgdoeodd Science Museum of Oklahoma

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
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. Bring your nerves of steel and prepare to work together to solve this spine-tingl...

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.

Escape the Unknown

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:
Bethany Library is hosting an adventure themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session. This FR...

Campfire Tales

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:
Join us around the fake campfire as we tell tall tales, swap ghost stories, and more! Teens will have the opportunity to share stories if they like, or just sit and listen to adult storytellers. This program is intended for teens 12 and up. Storie...