All libraries will close at 6pm on Wednesday 11/27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen Saturday, 11/30.

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Name: Take-Home Backyard Search and Find
Start: 2024-07-06
End: 2024-08-02
Location: Take-Home Backyard Search and Find

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Branches	Almonte Library		Bethany Library			Choctaw Library	Del City Library	Downtown Library	Edmond Library			Jones Library	Midwest City Library			Northwest Library		Ralph Ellison Library			Southern Oaks Library	The Village Library	Warr Acres Library
Rooms	Onsite (Almonte)	Meeting Room (Almonte)	Online + Curbside (Bethany)	Meeting Room A (Bethany)	Conference Room (Bethany)	Meeting Room (Choctaw)	Meeting Room A (Del City)	Onsite (Downtown)	Online + Curbside (Edmond)	Meeting Room AB (Edmond)	Children's Program Room C (Edmond)	Meeting Room (Jones)	Onsite (Midwest City)	Online + Curbside (Midwest City)	Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)	Program Room (Northwest)	Meeting Room AB (Northwest)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room AB (Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Take-Home Backyard Search and Find All Day 7/6 - 8/2 All Ages Almonte Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Onsite (Almonte) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Get your family outside this summer to explore the great outdoors! Come and grab a Backyard Search and Find sheet from Almonte Library. Your mission? 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. Weekly Craft Kit All Day 7/29 - 8/4 Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Online + Curbside (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am! Kits available while supplies last. Limit 2 per family.					This event is in the "Kids" group. Mothman Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/5 - 7/31 Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Help Mothman find his friends at the library! Visit the children's department to complete a fun scavenger hunt and win a prize if you can unscramble the secret word. One prize per person.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Adult/Teen Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/5 - 7/31 All Ages, Teens, Adults Edmond Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Find the national park posters around the adult and teen sections to collect a prize at the reference desk!				This event is in the "All Ages" group. "Adventure Begins" Art Contest All Day 7/5 - 7/31 All Ages Midwest City Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Kids" group. Take & Make Kit: Hot Dog Collage 07/29/2024 @ 9:00am - 08/02/2024 @ 6:00pm Kids Midwest City Library This event is in the "Kids" 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: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: In honor of National Hot Dog Day earlier this month, we present to you this adorable hot dog collage kit! The kit includes a paper plate and craft paper "ingredients" to make and dress your hot dog just the way you like it!				This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mission to Space Board Game Take-Home Kit All Day 7/29 - 8/4 Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Required This event is in the "Kids" group. 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: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Description: In honor of the 2021 launch of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, you will get a chance to experience the teamwork, research, and planning it takes to make a successful NASA mission to space. 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. LitFest Take-Home Kit All Day 7/29 - 8/24 Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. 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: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit, Writing Event Description: The Metro Library's annual LitFest is coming up at the Downtown Library. Get a jump start on your writing with one or all of these take-home kits, which give you some ideas about what to write about.					This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. July Creative Writing Chapbook 07/05/2024 @ 9:00am - 07/31/2024 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres 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: 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. July Mindfulness Journal 07/05/2024 @ 9:00am - 07/31/2024 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres 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: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness 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!
9:30am						This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Toddler Storytime 9:30am - 10:15am Birth-PreK Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Playtime 9:30am - 10:00am 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: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 1 Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!						This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos) 9:30am - 10:15am Birth-PreK Northwest Library Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Program Room (Northwest) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! 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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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10:00am				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Tuesdays Together 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany 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: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more! 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 "Adults" group. Cancelled STAYING ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE (SAIL) 10:00am - 11:30am Adults Northwest Library 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 AB (Northwest) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing. Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of falls. The SAIL program was des					This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Five Senses Playtime 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-PreK The Village Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Village) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Event Description: Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. 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 "Adults" group. Tai Chi for Better Balance 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Warr Acres Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Description: The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help seniors reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.
10:15am																					This event is in the "Adults" group. Intermediate Tai Chi 10:15am - 11:15am Adults Southern Oaks Library Required This event is in the "Adults" 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: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Description: The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.
10:30am						This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Birth-PreK Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Playtime 10:30am - 11:00am 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: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 0 Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!						This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Toddler Time (Ages 1-3) 10:30am - 11:15am Birth-PreK Northwest Library Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Program Room (Northwest) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Description: Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! 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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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11:00am					This event is in the "Adults" group. Bethany Book Club 11:00am - 12:00pm 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: Conference Room (Bethany) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library. Bethany's Book Club is here! The club meets the last Tuesday of every month.
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12:00pm																			This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm - 2:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. 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: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library. Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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.
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2:00pm											This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Writing Party: A Young Storytellers Workshop 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Children's Program Room C (Edmond) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Description: In conjunction with our Young Storytellers publishing workshop, the Edmond Library presents our summer Writing Party series.										This event is in the "Kids" group. Cyber-bullying 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: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Description: Snapchat, Instagram, apps, and gaming platforms provide so many opportunities for social interaction! Help your family know how to make safe choices online by recognizing cyber bullying.
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4:00pm																				This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Game Day 4:00pm - 6:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison 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: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!
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5:15pm															This event is in the "Adults" group. Total Wellness 5:15pm - 6:30pm Adults Midwest City Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss program for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.
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6:00pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Adventures in Needle-felting with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Almonte Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Meeting Room (Almonte) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS Required Seats Remaining: 0 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 "Adults" group. Composting 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Bethany Library Required 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: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Description: Discover how your everyday household and yard waste can be transformed into garden gold. Whether you live in a house or an apartment: you can compost! Dive into the world of using your waste for good by feeding your plants and healing the earth.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Bethany Critique Group 6:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Bethany Library Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Conference Room (Bethany) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Writing Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: This event is a recurring series for a writing critique group. The group requires pre-registration and a commitment to attend bi-weekly, share your work for critique and feedback, and to gather that from others. Space is limited.		This event is in the "Kids" group. Composting for Kids 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Meeting Room A (Del City) Age Group: Kids Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Explore decomposition concepts and how nutrients are cycled in nature with a hands-on worm bin activity!					This event is in the "Adults" group. New Knitters 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Jones Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness Event Description: We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community.
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6:30pm																	This event is in the "Kids" group. Cars, Planes, and Trains: Let's Play! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Kids Northwest Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM Event Description: Join us for an hour of come-and-go play with cars, trains, and planes! If you like transportation vehicles, this is the program for you. 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. Mindful Skills for Relaxation - Bargello Stitch Can Koozies 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres 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: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Description: Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours.
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All libraries will close at 6pm on Wednesday 11/27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen Saturday, 11/30.

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