All libraries will be closed on Thursday, July 4 for Independence Day.

Coffee for the Community

9:00am - 11:30am
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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.

Financial Literacy Workshop

9:15am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come and learn about financial literacy basics with Michael McCall, a certified financial planner from the Association of Financial Educators. Free coffee and light snacks will be available!

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Edmond Library
Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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!

Banned Book Club For Parents

10:00am - 11:00am
Ralph Ellison Library
Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading them, but also discussing them!

Giant Play Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Northwest Library
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 50

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!

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. 

ScissorTales

10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime!

We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail. 

The Shelf Watch Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Del City Library
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

Have Fun Designing a Tile Coaster

10:00am - 11:30am
Warr Acres Library
Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Have Fun Designing a Tile Coaster! 

Choose your own colors and shapes of tile from an assortment. Then create your own design to fit the square tile base.

 

One Minute Animation Film Festival (OMAFF) - How to Make a Movie

1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Village Library
Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all filmmakers and animators, ages 9 to 99! Make your own stop-motion or 2D animated movie and show it at our premiere in this 3-part series! Use your smart phone or our equipment to create something on the theme.

Dino Day

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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

Fairy Lanterns

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw Library
Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own fairy lanterns!

Guided Acrylic Painting: Tuscan Landscape

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a rolling Tuscan Landscape. You will leave with a completed painting.

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

Cancelled

Nonfiction Book Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Del City Library
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us for a monthly discussion of knowledgeable narratives and timely topics. 

The Writers Room

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Del City Library
Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

Lego Block Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Edmond Library
Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!