TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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Life Size Candyland

All Day 6/20 - 7/3
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

The library will be transformed into life size Candyland that you and your family can do on your own as you visit us this summer! Stop by the reference desk and tell them you want to play. 

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

PRIDE Creative Writing Chapbooks

06/20/2024 @ 8:00am - 06/30/2024 @ 6:00pm
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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Adventures by Sea: Take Home Kit Ages 5-12

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/22/2024 @ 5:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the library, but how will you be traveling? 

Enjoy a fun craft, coloring and activity sheets, stickers, bookmarks, and more with this take-home kit for kids ages 5-12. 

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!

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Juneteenth Freedom Day Windsock Take Home Kit

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/23/2024 @ 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Juneteenth by creating a windsock Freedom Day Flag! This take home kit is intended for children 5-12. One per child. 

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

Juneteenth Creative Writing Chapbook

06/20/2024 @ 9:00am - 06/30/2024 @ 6:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, 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 special Juneteenth creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

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

Learn the Art of Suminagashi

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Come Create beautiful one-of-a-kind print designs

using floating inks on water.

Learn the Art of Suminagashi 

 

 

Note: Children age 5 and 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

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.
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Cont

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.

Perler Bead Art

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Kids and Teens, please join us in making Perler Bead creations! Beads along with a variety of patterns will be available for use that range in skill level. If you have never tried creating with Perler Beads, now is your chance!

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

DIY Survival Kits

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Adventures can be exciting! Let's make sure we prepare well for it. Join us on June 20th at 3pm for our DIY Survival Kit program. All participants will be able to create their very own survival kit with the various items available.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cardboard Creations

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

The Makedo cardboard construction kit inspires teens to dream big, design, and create. Teens use simple-to-master, safe tools and upcycled cardboard to build just about anything.

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

DIY Flag T-Shirts

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warr Acres Library
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Get ready to unleash your inner artist and show off your patriotic spirit at our DIY Flag T-Shirt Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity, camaraderie, and, of course, crafting. This event is perfect for families!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Beginning Teen Guitar!

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for teens and tweens. No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

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

Tiny Art Painting Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Back by popular demand! Show off your artistic talent in our Tiny Art Show.  Join us to create a tiny canvas to be featured in our upcoming Tiny Art Show.  We provide tiny canvases and supplies to paint; you bring creativity.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Adult Guitar!

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Rock out! Make friends! Learn guitar! This is a month-long beginning guitar class for adults! No music experience is required, AND we have a limited number of guitars available for students.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Solstice Kit

All Day 6/21 - 6/27
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

It's time to celebrate summer! These kits include summertime activities, and information about the season and the longest day of the year.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Camp Downtown : Building Bungalows for Bugs!

10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we will feature a new camp craft.

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.

Friday Morning Art (Ages 3-12)

10:00am - 11:00am
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us on Friday mornings in June for an hour of come-and-go process art. Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery.

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. 

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.

Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

CHILDREN'S Window Mural Art

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Help decorate the Ralph Ellison Library this summer by creating a special Adventure Begins at the Library window mural. All supplies will be provided! 

This program is for kids/teens. 

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.

Vision Boards for Everyone

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

It's never too late to make a change in your life. But how can you transform yourself? Create a new you starting now with a vision board! Come prepared with goals and be ready to strategize.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wood Burning: Bookmarks, Boxes, and Earrings

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a bookmark, box, or earrings.  Supplies are limited.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Camp Downtown : Building Bungalows for Bugs!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we will feature a new camp craft.

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.

Create Your Character with OK Contemporary Art

2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Recreate characters from your favorite adventure books! Whether your favorite books have pictures or don’t, who hasn’t wanted to bring their favorite characters to life? Using paper, glue, and a little imagination you can.

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Planner

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Life's an adventure! DIY your own planner to keep track of your work schedule, appointments, travel dates, important celebrations, and more! We'll have planner pages and supplies to design your own cover.

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