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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Financial Literacy Take Home Kit

All Day 4/9 - 4/16
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
What is your rich life? Inspired by Ramit Sethi's NYT's bestselling book I will teach you to be rich, learn about what it takes to create your own rich life and how to better manage your money. No registration needed, one kit per teen/adult. First co...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Walk

All Day 4/10 - 4/30
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Outdoors (The Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:
Enjoy some poetry while you take a walk! Walk the Village's Poetry Walk alone or with family, friends, or neighbors. Read a poem, a line at a time, while you go as slow or fast as you like! The walk is along our new, scenic promenade sidewalk-- it's ...

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 "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Event Description:
In honor of National Library Week, the Ralph Ellison Library will be hosting a little contest. We would like to invite you to guess how many books are in our library's collection. One guess per person. April 7- April 13 during library hours, stop by ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Zine Makerspace

11:00am - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom G (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Explore new forms of creativity through making zines (DIY, independent magazines). Materials will be provided for assembling collages, drawing, and other classic creative expressions used in zine making. Zines have been a part of Oklahoma culture for...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Oklahoma Room Tours

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Oklahoma Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Join us for a tour of the Oklahoma Room, Metro's location for rare books and books by Oklahomans and about Oklahomans. We'll demo scanning of archival materials and show you what Special Collections and Research has to offer. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Discover Your Library

All Day 5/15 - 5/25
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Games & Gaming
Event Description:
The Almonte Library's grand opening is here! What better way to get to know the new space than through an interactive journey for all ages? Solve riddles to discover everything your new library has to offer. ...

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

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

Warr Acres Library Memorial Day Missing Man Table

05/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members. Also known as a fallen comrade ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Cotton: Sustainable Fabric From A Seed

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
We are excited to announce that the Warr Acres Library is going to grow a small crop of cotton INDOORS! Please visit us in the afternoon of the fourth Saturday of every month to see how our crop is doing and learn more about the cotton growing cyc...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library Memorial Day Missing Man Table

05/28/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/31/2024 @ 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members. Also known as a fallen comrade ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

LGBTQ+ Art Showcase

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
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.  ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library Memorial Day Missing Man Table

06/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/02/2024 @ 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members. Also known as a fallen comrade ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kid Librarian Applications

06/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/08/2024 @ 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Careers & Jobs, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Do you love books?  Are you interested in creating a book display in the library?  If you've ever wanted to get a taste of being a librarian for a day, then this activity is for you.  Kids can apply to be our Kid Librarian! Stop by the...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Summer Reading Kick-off Party

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
TBD ...

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.

Cotton: Sustainable Fabric From A Seed

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
We are excited to announce that the Warr Acres Library is going to grow a small crop of cotton INDOORS! Please visit us in the afternoon of the fourth Saturday of every month to see how our crop is doing and learn more about the cotton growing cyc...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

"Adventure Begins" Art Contest Submissions

06/24/2024 @ 8:00am - 07/01/2024 @ 5:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:
Show off your art in our "Adventure Begins" Art Contest.  The theme is Adventure, but your art does not have to match the theme.  Invite your friends to join in and to vote!  Art will be broken into groups and there will be one wi...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

"Adventure Begins" Art Contest

All Day 7/1 - 7/3
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Have an Adventure at the Midwest City library and vote on your favorite art piece.  Art will be on display from July 1st- July 31st, voting will begin on July 8th!  Do you want to put yours up as well?  Then sign up and bring your a...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Copy of "Adventure Begins" Art Contest

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Have an Adventure at the Midwest City library and vote on your favorite art piece.  Art will be on display from July 1st- July 31st, voting will begin on July 8th!  Do you want to put yours up as well?  Then sign up and bring your a...