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Solar Eclipse Activity & Glasses Giveaway

All Day 9/29 - 10/8
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Check out the Solar Eclipse display and activity in the Adult side of the library. Make a solar eclipse craft and ask for a pair of solar eclipse glasses to safely view the Annular Solar Eclipse on October 14th. Glasses are limited to 1 pair per f...

Exploration Lab

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Each month we will put out a variety of activities for students to engage with and explore. There will be art projects, science experiments, and creative play. Come see what's in the Lab!  ...

Eclipse Glasses Giveaway

All Day 10/1 - 10/8
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Drop by the Village Library anytime from October 1st onward to pickup a free pair of eclipse glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse on October 14th. All you have to do is fill out a super short survey and you're set to go! First come first serve, ...

Eeek!tober at Bethany Library

All Day 10/1 - 10/8
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here. Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.   Programs include: Sat. Oct 7 @10 AM: Stories ...

Color Scavenger Hunt Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/2 - 10/6
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Explore the colors of the season with this Take Home Kit!   Color viewers will help children seek out specific colors in their surroundings and help them notice the hues in their everyday worlds as they hunt for things to match! Come to...

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

Straw Rockets Take Home Kit

10/02/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/07/2023 @ 4:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Interested in something to pass the time with when bored? This month we are offering Straw Rockets that you can make at home! One kit per registrant, supplies are limited so sign up to reserve one for you. ...

Full Steam Ahead: Kitchen Table Science

10/02/2023 @ 9:00am - 10/07/2023 @ 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
It’s full STEAM ahead! Pick up one of kits to learn about principle in Science, Technology, Art, or Math. We’ll give you the supplies need so you can experiment on your own and learn more about the world around you.  Pickup available at Choct...

Lego Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM

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

Cardboard Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Cardboard is amazing! Come find out what you can create out of this amazing resource. We'll provide the cardboard and tools, you just need to bring the enthusiasm and creativity to make something. What can you make? A plane? A house? A spaceship or a...

Lego Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM

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

LEGO Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

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

Take the monthly challenge! This is a recurring event that takes place on the first Tuesday of each month at the Midwest City Library. Similar events take place at other locations. This event will be held in the lobby to allow for social distancin...

Lego Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM

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

3D Printing and Design

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Jones Library
Registration
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:
Come learn how to use CAD software and 3D modeling to prepare designs for 3D printing. We'll show you how to turn common shapes and turn them into amazing creations. We'll also help you bring some of them to life with our 3D printer! Registration ...

After School LEGO Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

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

Starting September 7th, join us on the first Thursday of every month through Dec!     *This event is part Bethany's Eeek!tober lineup.* ...

Advanced Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Ready to take your Legos up a notch?  Join us at Advanced Lego club! In this once a month event we'll use Lego Mindstorms and Wedo to add coding, gears, and more to your Lego builds. Due to limited resources this event is requires registra...

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

Glittery Night Sky (Ages 5-12)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Come learn about the upcoming annular eclipse and make some glittery night sky ornaments to decorate your room.   ...

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. 

Batty for the Library - Take-home Kit

All Day 10/10 - 10/14
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Online (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Batty for the library? We hope so! Bats in the library? All week long! With this kit your child will learn about bats and create a bat creation of their own. Kits are limited and will be first come, first serve at the front desk.   ...

Eclipse Glasses Giveaway

All Day 10/10 - 10/14
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Drop by the Village Library anytime from October 1st onward to pickup a free pair of eclipse glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse on October 14th. All you have to do is fill out a super short survey and you're set to go! First come first serve, ...

Solar Eclipse Activity & Glasses Giveaway

All Day 10/10 - 10/14
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Check out the Solar Eclipse display and activity in the Adult side of the library. Make a solar eclipse craft and ask for a pair of solar eclipse glasses to safely view the Annular Solar Eclipse on October 14th. Glasses are limited to 1 pair per f...

Take Home Kit: Make Spooky Handheld GIFs with Phenakistiscopes

All Day 10/10 - 10/14
Wright Library
Registration
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
A GIF is an image format invented in 1987 by Steve Wilhite, a US software writer who was looking for a way to animate images in the smallest file size. In short, GIFs are a series of images or soundless video that will loop continuously. But did 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.

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.

Kids STEAM - Take Home Kit

All Day 10/10 - 10/17
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Full STEAM Ahead! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Please register as supplies are limited. Kits may be picked up beginning Tuesday, October 10. Participants will have one week to ...

Eeek!tober at Bethany Library

All Day 10/10 - 10/31
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here. Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.   Programs include:   Sat. Oct 7 @10 AM...

Eclipse 2023!

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

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

Tweens and Teens Ages 9 and up! Join us to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Annular Solar Eclipse happening Oct. 14, 2023. Grab a special pair of glasses and learn about the different types of solar eclipses through various STEAM activitie...

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