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Branches	Choctaw Library	Del City Library	Downtown Library			Northwest Library		Ralph Ellison Library			Southern Oaks Library		The Village Library	Warr Acres Library
Rooms	Online + Curbside (Choctaw)	Onsite (Del City)	Online + Curbside (Downtown)	Onsite (Downtown)	Children's Program Room (Downtown)	Onsite (Northwest)	Meeting Room AB (Northwest)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Onsite (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)	Onsite (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Online + Curbside (The Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. June Mindfulness Journal All Day Teens, Adults Choctaw Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.		This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Book Bag All Day 6/1 - 6/7 Teens Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians. 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. Summer Reading Journal All Day 6/1 - 6/18 Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing Event Description: Track and reflect on your COLORFUL reading journey this summer with our Summer Reading Journal! We've got pages for you to rate and review your books and track your progress toward your reading goals. Stuck in a reading rut?	This event is in the "All Ages" group. LGBTQ+ Art Showcase All Day 6/1 - 6/18 All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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. Submit your art by May 3: tinyurl.com/LGBTQArtShowForm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Color Our World - Community Art Project 06/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/18/2025 @ 11:45pm All Ages Northwest Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Onsite (Northwest) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Color Our World when you come to the Northwest Library in June! Stop by the table near the Info, color and decorate one popsicle stick. These will be assembled in a collage to create a piece of Community Art!		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Box All Day 5/28 - 6/1 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Bookish book boxes are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your January Book Box!! Boxes are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up! 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Pokémon Pompoms Take Home Kit All Day 6/1 - 6/9 Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: 🎉 Stop by Ralph Ellison Library and grab a fun, Pokémon-themed pompom kit! 🧶✨ Each kit comes with everything you need—except scissors! It's first come, first served, so hurry in before they’re gone! 🏃‍♀️💨 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. Summer Fun Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/1 - 6/17 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Come join Ralph Ellison Library for some summer fun! 🌞🎉 Participate in our Scavenger Hunt all month long in June and earn a fun, themed eraser* as a reward! 🖊️🔍 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. 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. Juneteenth Display 06/01/2025 @ 8:30am - 06/18/2025 @ 8:30pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Come and learn about the origins of Juneteenth, including the spreading of the Emancipation Proclamation and Black culture.		This event is in the "Kids" group. Animation Around the World Take Home Kits 05/27/2025 @ 9:00am - 06/03/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids The Village Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Online + Curbside (The Village) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Learn a bit about animation from around the world and create your own handmade animated flip book! This kit has everything you need except a pencil and your imagination!	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. June Mindfulness Journal 06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm - 06/18/2025 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit 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! This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Juneteenth Creative Writing Chapbook 06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm - 06/18/2025 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 Juneteenth 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. PRIDE Creative Writing Chapbooks 06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm - 06/18/2025 @ 9:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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!
1:00pm										This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Father's Day Card Decorating & Mini Tool Box Painting 1:00pm - 2:30pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Hey there! 🚨 Register now and join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a super fun Father’s Day workshop! 🔨✨ We’re making cool mini wooden toolboxes and crafting awesome Father’s Day cards! 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.
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2:00pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Reading Kickoff: Color Our World! 2:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Onsite (Del City) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs Registration Required Event Description: Color our world at your library! Sign up for Summer Reading. Then explore arts and crafts stations around the library. Get ready to spark your imagination and kickstart a summer full of reading and creativity! 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. 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. 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. Summer Reading Kick-off Party 2:00pm - 3:30pm Kids Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs Registration Required Event Description: Help us celebrate the Summer Reading program with a fun kick-off party for kids!							This event is in the "Kids" group. Children Reading to Dogs 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help Registration Required 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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3:00pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Introduction to the Orchestra, Feat. "Peter and the Wolf" 3:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages, Kids Northwest Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest) Age Group: All Ages, Kids Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: Heartland Orchestra performs the ever-popular children's classic "Peter and the Wolf" introducing children to the wonders of the orchestra. 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 "Adults" group. Creative Writing Sunday 3:00pm - 5:00pm Adults Warr Acres Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Writing Registration Required Event Description: Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?
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