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Poetry Month Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/6–4/19
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a fun, creative take-home kit that brings poetry into your everyday life. Ages 16+. While supplies last.

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.

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

Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day 4/6–4/30
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

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

AfternoonTea Take Home Kit

04/06/2026 @ 8:00am–04/30/2026 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Choctaw Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Onsite (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come Celebrate National Afternoon Tea Month with a teatime take home kit!

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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

April Creative Writing Chapbook

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 9:00pm
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 "All Ages" group

Emoji Imagery Scavenger Hunt

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Event Description:

Come to the library and hunt for emoji clues to complete a famous poem! Draw or write your answers. 

You will receive a small prize and a copy of the poem when you are done.

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.

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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Fan Fiction/Fan Art Gallery

All Day 4/7–4/17
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

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

Flower Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/7–4/30
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

April showers bring May flowers! Stop by Southern Oaks to learn about local flora while you complete our library scavenger hunt.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetry Month Book Box

All Day 4/7–4/30
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a book box created to spark your own writing!

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 "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 4/7–4/30
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

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

Teens & Tweens: Paint Your World Painting Party

6:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Teens
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Always a favorite, Paint Your World -- the Edmond Library's own version of a (non-alcoholic) paint and sip party is returning for Spring Break!

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

Storytime - Rhymes and Rhythm

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Practice early literacy skills through games, crafts and observations. Did you know that nursery rhymes are some of the first poems most people ever hear?

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

Family Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 17, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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

Worms Rule!

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 18, 2026 @ 9:59am.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Want to play with worms? 

The Oklahoma Gardeners Association will lead kids through a fun and interactive project to learn about worms. 

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
This event is in the "Kids" group

Adventures of the Prairie Librarian with the Edmond History Museum

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Kids
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Meet the true pioneer librarian who tamed the Wild West by bringing books to the prairie of Oklahoma Territory! In 1889, George and Jennie Forster came to Edmond to stake a claim and start a new life.

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

Local Poets at the Library

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library as we celebrate Poetry Month with a reading by local poets! We have invited poets from the Oklahoma City area to come together and showcase their talents for an afternoon poetry reading.

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

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest Awards Ceremony

3:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

What Brings You Library Joy? - National Library Week

All Day 4/20–4/26
All Ages
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

It’s National Library Week! What brings you joy at the library? We want to know!

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime & Craft (ages 3+)

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 19, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Birth-PreK
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime & Craft (ages 3+)

11:00am–11:45am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 19, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
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.

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

Rocket Readers

4:30pm–6:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child can practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.