Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Please register each child ages Birth-PreK individually

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. 

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Messy Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Outdoors (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Outdoor Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Get ready to squish, splash, and stomp during Del City Library’s Messy Playtime! We’ll use all five senses to explore new ways to play.

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages, Kids
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

OKC Improv presents a show full of games and hilarity each time they perform, but they can only do it with help from the audience!

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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. 

Together Tuesdays!

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Join us on Tuesdays at 10 am during June and July for some fun family activities! Each week we will have a different activity geared to children birth to 5 years old and their caretakers.

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. 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Please register each child ages Birth-PreK individually

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. 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Neighborhood Arts: Mister Puppet

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Presenting an original, good-old-fashioned, gut-busting puppet show from professional puppeteer Chandler Jackson.

Story & Song: Elephants!

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Required
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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: 8
Event Description:

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! Our theme is: Elephants! Connect virtually with other children and caregivers as you enjoy interactive songs, stories, and rhymes from the comfort of your home.

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.

Bethany Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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. 

Tai Chi

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

Summer Meal - Snack Time

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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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 mid-day snack and dinner at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM and 5:00PM.  

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.

Teen Book Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

If you like reading, this club is for you! Join us to hang out, play games, and discuss the book selection of the month!

Regatta 101 with Science Museum Oklahoma

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us in this nautical themed program and learn all about sailing—with a STEM twist! We’ll have engineering challenges, knot tying, and so much more. By the time you’re done, you might just to be ready to race with the pros!

Neighborhood Arts: OKC Improv

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

OKC Improv presents a show full of games and hilarity each time they perform, but they can only do it with help from the audience!

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

New Old Games

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

This workshop is filled with fun, low to no tech games from the Cokesbury Game Book. Learn games that children and families played before video games!

Regatta 101 with Science Museum Oklahoma

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Required
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Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 54
Event Description:

Join us in this nautical themed program and learn all about sailing—with a STEM twist! We’ll have engineering challenges, knot tying, and so much more. By the time you’re done, you might just to be ready to race with the pros!

Cancelled

Tech Help

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Required
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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Confused about computers or the internet? Struggling with a job application or resume? Can't figure out how to download apps or books to your mobile device? We can help! Our trainers can answer your questions about basic technology issues.

Summer Meal - Dinner

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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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 lunch and dinner at Ralph Ellison Library Monday - Friday at 12:00PM and 5:00PM.  

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.

Neighborhood Arts: Mister Puppet

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages, Kids
Warr Acres Library
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Presenting an original, good-old-fashioned, gut-busting puppet show from professional puppeteer Chandler Jackson.

Cancelled

Let's Play Chess

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Required
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Ready, Set,...Chess! Come and join us for an evening of chess. All skill levels ages 10 and up are welcome! Come if you are interested in learning how to play or if you are looking for a fun competitive game.

Bad Art: Pop Culture Edition

6:30pm - 7:30pm
All Ages
Choctaw Library
Required
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Description:

Have you seen something on Pinterest and thought "I can recreate that"? Now is your chance!

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. 

Look Up with the Lunar Sooners!

7:30pm - 8:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:

Come star gazing with us! The Lunar Sooners from the University of Oklahoma will be here to provide an interactive presentation with telescopes so we can view the night sky. Don’t miss this stellar event!

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.