Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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

Edible Birdhouse Creations Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/21 - 4/25
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate the warm weather by decorating your very own birdhouse using birdseeds and other edible ingredients. Create a cozy spot for local birds while letting your imagination soar.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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.

Squishy Gummy Bears - Take Home Kit

All Day 4/21 - 4/26
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:

Celebrate Gummy Bear Day by getting crafty and creating a bag of squishy paper gummy bears! This fun and colorful DIY project lets you design your own gummy bears using paper, markers, and a little creativity.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

Take Home Kit-Origami Butterfly

04/21/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the art of paper folding home with our Origami Butterfly Take-Home Kit! This kit includes everything you need to create beautiful paper butterflies, along with easy-to-follow instructions.

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

April Creative Writing Chapbook

04/21/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/30/2025 @ 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

April Mindfulness Journal

04/21/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
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! 

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

Earth Day 2025: Free Trees for Kids!

9:00am - 8:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Earth Day 2025: Kids Get a Free Tree!

9:00am - 9:00pm
Kids
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

DIY Seed Balls – Take Home Kit

04/22/2025 @ 9:00am - 04/29/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Earth Month by getting crafty with seed balls! After you make your seed balls, head outside and toss them in a spot that could use some flowers, or plant them in a pot for a pop of color.

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.

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.

Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit

10:00am - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound.

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.

DIY Bird Feeder Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/28 - 5/2
Kids
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Join us for a fun and creative take-home activity where children can make their very own bird feeders using oranges!

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Box

All Day 5/1 - 5/11
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

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.

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.

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.

Pages & Prose Parcel

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/15/2025 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel is a five-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 12.

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.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
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! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Book Drop Jr.

All Day
Kids
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Offsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign-up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) novel or chapter book and fun book goodies, then pick up your personalized book box at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

Register below to get started.

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.

The Book Drop - Teen Book Box

All Day
Teens
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to get started.

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 "Adults" group.

Adult Book Drop - Subscription!

6:00am - 6:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library!

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.

May Origami Challenge Take-Home Kit

05/03/2025 @ 12:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 9:15am
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 Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. (May 3 - May 24)

No Registration Required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Design Your Own Flag Take Home Kit

All Day 5/5 - 5/12
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to design a flag? Have you ever wondered what symbols and colors mean on some of your favorite flags? Wave on into Ralph Ellison library and pick up a design your own flag take home kit.

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

Mini Canvas Painting Take Home Kit

05/05/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/12/2025 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Get ready to color your world with this fun Mini Canvas Painting Take-Home Kit! Hurry, it's first come, first serve—grab yours before they're gone!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take-Home Tuesday: Chi Chi Dango

12:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake that has been part of Japanese culture since ancient times. Not only is it a sweet treat, but it's also associated with ceremonies, festivals, and good fortune.

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 "All Ages" group.

Memorial Day Paper Stained Glass Ornament - Take Home Kit

All Day 5/12 - 5/18
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:

Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Memorial Day keepsake with this easy-to-use kit.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Summer Bucket List Take Home Kit

All Day 5/12 - 5/18
Kids
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Is it just me, or does it sometimes feel like summer takes forever to get here, and then the next thing you know it’s passed in the blink of an eye? And you are left wondering…what did I do? Did I make the most of the summer months?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A View of the Holocaust through Historical Photographs

05/12/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/22/2025 @ 8:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Primary sources are tangible evidence of a historical event and one of the very best ways to understand history.  Historical primary sources include items such as photographs, maps, speeches, newspapers, diaries, letters, posters, artifacts,

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!