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Backyard Buddies- a Nature Club for Kids!

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for our newest after-school program, Backyard Buddies!! Come learn about cool rocks, cool bugs, cool bugs you find under cool rocks, and more!! B...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for our newest after-school program, Backyard Buddies!! Come learn about cool rocks, cool bugs, cool bugs you find under cool rocks, and more!!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Diary of a Worm and Soil Science Fun

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

What do you know about worms and soil? Together we will read the book Diary of a Worm and make a silly and scrumptious "dirt" cup as we learn about different soil types.&...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

What do you know about worms and soil? Together we will read the book Diary of a Worm and make a silly and scrumptious "dirt" cup as we learn about different soil types. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - ...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Children's Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Event Description:

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-re...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lo-fi Study Hall

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p. We'll have lo-fi beats on in the background while m...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework. No registration is r...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle 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: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Night

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
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 reaso...

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Games

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us on Thursdays for an hour of video games after school!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop. The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on t...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teens & Tweens: Paint Your World Painting Party

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Always a favorite, Paint Your World -- the Edmond Library's own version of a (non-alcoholic) paint and sip party is returning for Spring Break! Bring your own beverage (if you like...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Always a favorite, Paint Your World -- the Edmond Library's own version of a (non-alcoholic) paint and sip party is returning for Spring Break!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering! No experience or supplies needed.  Do you love world-building, playing games, creative narratives, or simply being around a c...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Minecraft Meetup

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for this month's Minecraft meetup! This month, we will be making our own pixel collages with various paper printed blocks from the game and playing the game together. ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us for this month's Minecraft meetup! This month, we will be making our own pixel collages with various paper printed blocks from the game and playing the game together. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
All Ages 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...

Event Description:

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

ScissorTales

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
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.  If we need to canc...

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library!  Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library! 

Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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 in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Talk Like a Pirate Day Party

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day with us! Join us for a real swashbuckling adventure! In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day, we we will have a scavenger hunt, pirate cos...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day with us! Join us for a real swashbuckling adventure! In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day, we we will have a scavenger hunt, pirate costume contest, crafts, games, and more.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop. The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on their ...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on their projects. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
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.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Children's Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 11

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokemon TCG League

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League! You can bring your own deck or ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Power Hack! Advanced Coding Club

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition. Our hackers have asked to move forward from block codin...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition.

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit

All Day 9/23 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more ab...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more about apples and John Chapman.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Literary Pumpkin: Edmond's Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

09/23/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/06/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come pick up your own mini pumpkin for our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come pick up your own mini pumpkin for our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite literary characters, books or stories.

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.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

STEM Club - Paper Circuits

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math. Each session will pr...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.