Take Home Tuesday : Early Childhood

9:00am - 9:15am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! On July 13, preschoolers will draw a birds nest and make a bird for the nest. Supplies are limited.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Take Home Tuesday: Children

9:15am - 9:30am
Kids
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! On July 13, children will make a bird cage craft! Supplies are limited. Please register to reserve your kit, then pick it up curbside or inside the library.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Take Home Tuesday: Teens

9:30am - 9:45am
Teens
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! Supplies are limited. Please register to reserve your kit, then pick it up curbside along with your library materials.

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!

Storytime in the Gazebo/Park!

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outdoors (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Outdoor Program, Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 22
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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

This storytime will take place in the gazebo at Cecil Mendenhall Library Park next to the library.

In case of inclement weather, watch your email because we may have to cancel.

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 scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Zoom Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Zoom (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 47

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 event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Southern Oaks Book Club: On the Patio

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Outdoors (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Outdoor Program
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Seats Remaining: 8

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.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Story & Song: Mindfulness!

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! Our theme for the week is: Mindfulness! We will be reading books and singing songs about what it means to be calm, kind, and mindful!

Take Home Tuesday: Adults

12:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Make an all natural scrubby soap bar that will exfoliate your skin without having to worry about nasty microplastics. They're beautiful and make a great gift! Kids can help with this one as well.

Neighborhood Arts: Wood Willow

2:00pm - 2:45pm
All Ages
Library Online
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Library Branch: Library Online
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

A Folk duo that focuses on the art of storytelling through interactive music and family friendly jokes.

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Museum of Osteology - Forensic Osteology

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Zoom (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

AGE: Grades 9-12

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

OKC Museum of Art - Frescoes of Ancient Rome Art for Teens

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Capitol Hill Library
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Zoom (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Through Zoom, a teaching artist will lead teens through a hands-on art project based on the frescoes of Pompeii and the special museum exhibition The Painters of Pompeii: Roman Frescoes from the National Archaeological Museum, Naples.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Outdoor: iCraft DIY Shoe Wings Program

2:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Outdoors (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

A crafty time for all ages. A DIY craft using foam to make some wings to style your shoes. Southern Oaks will be hosting this event outdoors. On July 13th, we will meet at your registration times at the Access desk for your crafting session.

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Customers are encouraged to socially distance by maintaining 6 feet apart for the duration of the event.

Teen Virtual Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Del City Library
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Zoom (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Tuesday for Virtual Dungeons & Dragons. This program is for all teens ages 12-18. To register, email askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org

Backyard Chickens

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Online
Required
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Library Branch: Library Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 473
Event Description:

Do you love the idea of fresh eggs raised right in your own backyard but aren't sure if chickens are right for you? Join Joshua Campbell, Extension Educator with Oklahoma County Extension, to learn more about backyard chickens.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Museum of Osteology - Animal CSI

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

AGE: Grades 6-8

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.