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Name: Elementary Take Home Kit: Dinovember
Start: 2023-11-07T09:00:00-06:00
End: 2023-11-22T17:00:00-06:00
Location: Belle Isle Library

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Branches	Almonte Library	Belle Isle Library		Bethany Library			Del City Library			Downtown Library	Edmond Library		Midwest City Library	Northwest Library		Ralph Ellison Library		Southern Oaks Library			The Village Library
Rooms	Onsite (Almonte)	Onsite (Belle Isle)	The Makerspace (Belle Isle)	Onsite (Bethany)	Meeting Room B (Bethany)	Meeting Room A (Bethany)	Onsite (Del City)	Online + Curbside (Del City)	Meeting Room A (Del City)	Online + Curbside (Downtown)	Online (Edmond)	Online + Curbside (Edmond)	Online + Curbside (Midwest City)	Onsite (Northwest)	Meeting Room A (Northwest)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)	Onsite (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Online + Curbside (The Village)	Onsite (The Village)
All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group. The Talking Stick Take-Home Kit All Day 11/13 - 11/19 Adults Almonte Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Onsite (Almonte) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Event Description: November is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Indigenous people. 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. Elementary Take Home Kit: Dinovember 11/07/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 5:00pm Kids Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Onsite (Belle Isle) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: Celebrate Dinovember by reading What the Dinosaurs Did by Refe and Susan Tuma.		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cherokee Language Scavenger Hunt 11/01/2023 @ 9:00pm - 11/22/2023 @ 6:00pm All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Embark on an exploration of the Cherokee syllabary at the library! Created by Sequoyah in 1821, the syllabary features 85 different symbols, but you'll search for just a few on your adventure and learn a new Cherokee word in the process.			This event is in the "Kids" group. Kids Create Art Contest All Day 10/10 - 11/22 Kids Del City Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Onsite (Del City) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing Required Seats Remaining: 66 Event Description: Exercise your creativity by joining the 2023 Kids Create Art Contest! We're now accepting submissions from artists ages 5-12 in the following categories:	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Earth Discovery Jar : OK Contemporary Take-Home Kit All Day 11/14 - 11/19 All Ages Del City Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Del City) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Event Description: What’s so special about the dirt under your feet? 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.		This event is in the "Teens" group. Creating a College Plan 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 5:00pm Teens Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Description: Registrants will receive an informational booklet with helpful tips and information about selecting a college, admissions testing, applying to college, applying for scholarships, asking for recommendation letters, and paying for college. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Plan Your Future: College and Job Information for Students Experiencing Homelessness 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Description: Tips and information for students applying to college while experiencing homelessness during and after high school.	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop APPLICATIONS 10/29/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 9:00pm Kids, Teens Edmond Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online (Edmond) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing Event Description: Does your child love to tell stories? If your 2nd through 8th grader has a story to tell, we are accepting applications for PICTURE BOOK STORIES written by children through December 15th. 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. Teen & Tween Take & Make: Llama Beverage Cozy All Day 11/13 - 11/19 Kids, Teens Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Teens & Tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead. 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! This event is in the "Adults" group. Thankfulness Tree Take and Make for Adults 18+ All Day 11/13 - 11/19 Adults Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Make a thankfulness tree leading up to Thanksgiving this year by adding a leaf to a bouquet of branches each night at dinner. 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! This event is in the "Kids" group. Earth Discovery Jar Take Home Craft for Ages 6-12 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/19/2023 @ 6:00pm Kids Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: What’s so special about the dirt under your feet? 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! This event is in the "Adults" group. Journaling Take & Make Kit for Adults 18+ 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/19/2023 @ 6:00pm Adults Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Take-Home Kit, Writing Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Journaling can be a great way to begin writing interesting things about your own life. Also, the biography section is one of the most popular sections in public libraries. 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. Paper Plate Gratitude Wreath Take and Make for Ages 2-5 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/19/2023 @ 6:00pm Birth-PreK Edmond Library Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Tis the season to be grateful! Well, maybe that's all the seasons, but THIS month we will be making "leafy" fall wreaths and naming all the things that make us feel thankful. 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 "Teens" group. Winter Teen Book Box Registration All Day 11/1 - 11/22 Teens Midwest City Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Description: Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well this is just like that, except for free! And with library books! 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. 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. NW Library Community Cookbook (Passive Program) 11/01/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 6:00pm All Ages Northwest Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Onsite (Northwest) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness Event Description: "If you really want to make a friend, go to someone's house and eat with him...the people who give you their food give you their heart." - Cesar Chavez		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Dinovember for Kids: Balloon Dinosaur Take Home Kit All Day 11/13 - 11/19 Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate Dinovember at Ralph Ellison! Using this kit, little ones will assemble their very own dinosaurs using a balloon and dinosaur template. Guests will need scissors and tape or glue to put together their dinos. 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. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Fall Seeds Take-Home and Plant Starter Kit All Day 11/13 - 11/20 Adults Ralph Ellison Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Start a garden at home with the library. Choose a seed along with seed instructions at the library. Each kit will contain soil from OKC Organics, smart pots, plant markers, and seeds. Please select a fall garden seed type: 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. Fall Seeds Take-Home and Plant Starter Kit All Day 11/19 - 11/22 Adults Ralph Ellison Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Start a garden at home with the library. Choose a seed along with seed instructions at the library. Each kit will contain soil from OKC Organics, smart pots, plant markers, and seeds. Please select a fall garden seed type: 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. Teen Book Boxes All Day 11/1 - 11/22 Teens Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book from the Juvenile or Young Adult reading level! This event is in the "Teens" group. Owl Pellet Take Home Kit 11/13/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 4:45pm Teens Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Cultural Experiences Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Did you know owls swallow their food whole, bones and all? After digesting what they can, owls regurgitate a little lump of fur and bones. These are called owl pellets. Scientist use these pellets to study animal ecology. Disclaimer(s) We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).	This event is in the "All Ages" group. ArtNOW Cyanotype Kits 11/18/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 5:00pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Description: Get outside and use the sun to create a special type of photograph. Using light-sensitive paper called a cyanotype, we can create images without a camera! 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. Native American Grape Dumplings Adult Take-Home Kit 11/14/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/21/2023 @ 9:00pm Adults The Village Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Online + Curbside (The Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Grape dumplings are a favorite treat among many Indigenous nations. Originally made with strained muscadine or "possum" grapes and cornmeal, they’ve been adapted by modern cooks using wheat flour and bottled Concord grape juice. 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 "Adults" group. Papercraft A Pumpkin Take Home Kit 11/14/2023 @ 9:00am - 11/22/2023 @ 6:00pm Adults The Village Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Onsite (The Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Event Description: This kit includes tissue paper, glue, and instructions to create 3 dimensional honeycomb-paper pumpkins or gourds for decoration.
2:00pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Makerspace Crafternoon 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: The Makerspace (Belle Isle) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us on Saturdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Saturday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.		This event is in the "Adults" group. NaNoWriMo Write-In 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Writing Event Description: Bring your NaNo project and come write!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Poetry of Indigenous Oklahoma 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens, Adults Bethany Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences, Writing Event Description: Celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month at the Bethany Library by listening to readings of work by local indigenous poets! A creative workshop event will follow the performances. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Natural Dyes 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Adults Northwest Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Come learn how to make natural dye using herbs and plants in this make and take class! Guests may bring their own small cloth material (t-shirt, scarf, hat, etc.) to dye or canvas to paint with what is made in this program.		This event is in the "Kids" group. Dinovember for Kids: Let's Excavate! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM Event Description: Celebrate Dinovember at Ralph Ellison!			This event is in the "Kids" group. Children Reading to Dogs 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help Required Seats Remaining: 4 Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.
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4:30pm									This event is in the "Adults" group. No-Stress Readers' Circle! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Adults Del City Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room A (Del City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Description: Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.
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