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Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
:

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Game-Fest

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Children Reading to Dogs

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

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.

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.

Flyer for the event featuring a cute dog with sunglasses lying in the grass.

Children Reading to Dogs

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

animation

S.O. Animation Society

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Love animation, or manga? Join us for The S.O. Animation Society, as we hang out, do a craft, and watch different genres of animation.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Love animation, or manga? Join us for The S.O. Animation Society, as we hang out, do a craft, and watch different genres of animation.

Turn Your Idea Into a Comic

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
:

Have an idea for a comic, but not sure where to start? This program will show the steps of designing characters, writing scripts with strong beats, and laying out pages, everything you need to know to get your comic started. 

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Have an idea for a comic, but not sure where to start? This program will show the steps of designing characters, writing scripts with strong beats, and laying out pages, everything you need to know to get your comic started. 

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

Perler Bead Workshop

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

Color Our World : Teens & Adults with OKCMOA

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

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

Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Sign up today for Dungeons and Dragons club! 

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Sign up today for Dungeons and Dragons club! 

Needlefelted Sculptures with Oklahoma Contemporary

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions or make your own creation!

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions or make your own creation!

Hacks for Healthy Blood Sugar Balance with Natural Grocers on Zoom

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us on Zoom to discover simple changes to optimal health!

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Zoom (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:

Join us on Zoom to discover simple changes to optimal health!

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.

Get Gardening: Sensory Gardens

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
:

Let's get gardening!

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Let's get gardening!

People looking at tiny art.

Tiny Art Show

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Join us for an art reception featuring an exhibit of  works of tiny art from our Belle Isle Library community members.  Light refreshments will be provided.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for an art reception featuring an exhibit of  works of tiny art from our Belle Isle Library community members.  Light refreshments will be provided.

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.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

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.

Flyer for production of The Magic Flute

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera at Rodeo Cinema

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Offsite (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

Join Painted Sky Opera for a kid-friendly adventure in “The Magic Flute!” Follow Prince Tamino and his funny sidekick, Papageno, as they journey to rescue Princess Pamina, facing magical creatures and discovering the power of friendship and courag

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Offsite (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join Painted Sky Opera for a kid-friendly adventure in “The Magic Flute!” Follow Prince Tamino and his funny sidekick, Papageno, as they journey to rescue Princess Pamina, facing magical creatures and discovering the power of friendship and courag

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

Storytime

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
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!

Storytime

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a craft.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a craft.

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. 

Vinta Boat Storytime and Mosaic Painting

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
:

Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. 

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. 

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

Photo of Lucas Ross with banjo

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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

Introduction to the Orchestra, Feat. "Peter and the Wolf"

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Come hear a performance of the ever-popular children's classic "Peter and the Wolf". This piece acts as a brief tutorial on many of the most common orchestral instruments and acts as a great way to introduce the instruments and orchestra.

Required
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come hear a performance of the ever-popular children's classic "Peter and the Wolf". This piece acts as a brief tutorial on many of the most common orchestral instruments and acts as a great way to introduce the instruments and orchestra.

Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages
:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

SUMMER MEAL

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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 12-1:30 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.