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Due to the Memorial Marathon, the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 27th and at 2:30pm on Sunday, April 28th.

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
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May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
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 "Kids" group.

Homeschool Hangout

10:00am - 11:00am
Choctaw Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Event Description:
Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee and Crafts

10:30am - 11:30am
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Enjoy good company and find out what's happening at your local library.  Come for coffee and crafts on the first Wednesday of the month.  We provide the place, the coffee and the materials. While you're here, don't forget to check out the l...

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

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome! *Materials and projects will not be provided * Ag...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
This 4 week series will teach you how to make knit caps using a loom. The completed caps may be donated to the Infant Crisis Center. The loom and needle supplies are yours to keep! All supplies provided. Registration Required. ...

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 "Teens" group.

Teen Craft Night: Collaborative Bad Art

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
We're tired of looking at pretty things. Help us create the ugliest piece of art you can imagine! We'll play musical chairs with our canvases, floating them around the room so everyone will get to add their own creative touch before we crown the ulti...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Learning Club: Star Wars Art Time

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:
Calling all kids Kindergarten through 5th grade! Each week we explore a new subject through books and activities.  May the Fourth Be with You! Artist Sarah McClure will teach us to make a Star Wars landscape painting to celebrate the upcoming...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:
Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime. Each month will feature a different anime to give you a taste of many different genre...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Paper Craft Pals (Ages 5-12)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:
Glitter and glue and markers and tape... these are a few of my favorite things! Join us every Friday afternoon at 2:00PM in the children's area for an hour of come-and-go craft time.  ...

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.

Make Your Own Wildflower Seed Tags Take-Home Kit

All Day 5/4 - 5/11
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:
Supplies Needed: Scissors, Pencil Make your own wildflower paper with this kit and turn that paper into tags you can use for upcoming summer gift opportunities. Your recipient can plant the tag in their yard and get a yearly reminder of your tho...

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.

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

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Water Bottle Stickers

10:00am - 11:00am
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Need to drink more water this summer? Get motivated with a new water bottle! Add some stickers from our selection and make it truly your own.  ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

May the 4th Be With You Celebration!

11:00am - 1:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Description:
Wookie's, Jedi's, and Storm Troopers!! It doesn't matter if you are Imperial or Rebel or civilian. All are invited to celebrate May the Fourth Comic Book Day! The Celebration will begin at 11am. It will be held in a galaxy (not so) far, far a way....
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
You will create, and design your Air-Dry Clay Trinket Tray Saturday, May 4th. On the following Tuesday, May 7th, from 4-5 pm, after your Trinket Tray has had time to dry, you will have the opportunity to sand, paint and spray a finish on your tray. Y...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Flamingo Snow Globes

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:
Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own flamingo snow globes! ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Tulips

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:
Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of some beautiful tulips in a pair of rain boots. You will leave with a completed painting. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Squishmallow Painting Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Squishmallows are so soft and cuddly - we love them! If you could design a Squishmallow what would it look like? Come paint a Squishmallow on canvas and enjoy fun party games.  *Please register everyone in your group.  ...

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.

Dino Day

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: 20
Event Description:
Do you love dinosaurs? I do! Let's start a Dino Club. Each month, we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a dinosaur story, and work on a dinosaur craft or activity together.  *Please register every child who will be attending. ...

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.

Kids Take and Make- Mini Catapults

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
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:
This month we have supplies to make a mini catapult. Registrations are limited, sign up today! ...

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

¡Cantar Conmigo!

10:00am - 10:45am
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:
¡Hola, y bienvenidos a nuestra biblioteca! Tenemos una programa nueva, y se llama "Cantar conmigo". Esa programa es mensual, donde familias que hablan espanol pueden cantar, tocar nuestros instrumentos, leer cuentas, y tener un buen tiempo con biblio...

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

Quilting & Crafting

11:00am - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Full Steam Ahead: Kitchen Table Science

05/06/2024 @ 12:00pm - 05/19/2024 @ 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...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Maker Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yarn Club! / ¡Club de Hilo!

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:
Have a yarn project you have been working on? Join us as we gather in a safe space to share our yarn expertise and learn from one another. We will be working the same pattern until the project is completed. Receive free patterns and how to connect wi...

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

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

Art Around the World 3: Fiji

All Day 5/7 - 5/11
Wright Library
Registration
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:
Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, territories, and people around the world. For May, in honor of National As...

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.

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.