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Choctaw Elementary First Grader Outreach

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading

Arts and Crafts: Box Stitch Lanyards

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us after school for arts and crafts! Each Friday, come do a craft while you hang out with friends. We'll be doing all sorts of things, from bad art night to zines to paper mac...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us after school for arts and crafts! Each Friday, come do a craft while you hang out with friends. We'll be doing all sorts of things, from bad art night to zines to paper mache!

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

Gelli Plate Bookmark Making During Library Month

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn How to Make Beautiful Gelli Plate Bookmarkers using gelli surface plates, a variety of stencils, acrylic paints and a variety of paper, including card stock.  

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Learn How to Make Beautiful Gelli Plate Bookmarkers using gelli surface plates, a variety of stencils, acrylic paints and a variety of paper, including card stock. 

 

All Ages Storytime with ASL Interpretation

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled l...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parent

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. 

Kids Comic Workshop with Jerry Bennett

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for a fun-filled, comic workshop led by comic artist Jerry Bennett in honor of National Library Week! Kids ages 7-12 will have the opportunity to explore the world of comic...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a fun-filled, comic workshop led by comic artist Jerry Bennett in honor of National Library Week!

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. 

Carl, The Collector Viewing in Partnership with OETA

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Have you met Carl, the Collector yet? Learn about local Autism resources and view an episode of the new PBS series, Carl, The Collector which features a group of neurodiverse frien...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Have you met Carl, the Collector yet? Learn about local Autism resources and view an episode of the new PBS series, Carl, The Collector which features a group of neurodiverse friends and their adventures in Fuzzytown.

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. 

Simply Iris-istible: History and Hands-on Learning

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Calling all budding gardeners! Join us for an engaging and hands-on presentation from the Iris Club of Edmond to learn about the science of irises and their history in Edmond. Acti...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Calling all budding gardeners! Join us for an engaging and hands-on presentation from the Iris Club of Edmond to learn about the science of irises and their history in Edmond.

robot walk

STEM Club - Science Fun!

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Walking/Jumping Robots!This month you will have fun building a simple robot that walks using a single motor and a robot that uses the energy stored in a stretched rubber band to ju...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Walking/Jumping Robots!

This month you will have fun building a simple robot that walks using a single motor and a robot that uses the energy stored in a stretched rubber band to jump.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

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

Let's Get Crafty

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sewNeed a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?Come join us at Let's Get Crafty! We'l...

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

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew

Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?

Come join us at Let's Get Crafty! 

CANCELLED: STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will b...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Mushroom Keychain Take Home Kit

All Day 4/13 - 4/18
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Make a cute little mushroom keychain out of a cork! All supplies provided.Kits are available for pick up starting Monday 4/13. Limit one kit per person. Available while supplies la...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Make a cute little mushroom keychain out of a cork! All supplies provided.

Kits are available for pick up starting Monday 4/13. Limit one kit per person. Available while supplies last. 

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.

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

Build It!

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo blocks? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds? We have all the to...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Storytime Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo blocks? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

3-d flower

Art Workshop from the Oklahoma Hall of Fame

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

A chance to show your creativity! Farooq Karim turns pieces of paper into 3-D flowers and in this workshop, he will teach participants how to make their own floral pieces. All mate...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

A chance to show your creativity! Farooq Karim turns pieces of paper into 3-D flowers and in this workshop, he will teach participants how to make their own floral pieces.

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Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lin...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Nature Exploration Take and Make for Ages 6-9

All Day 4/14 - 4/19
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get outside and explore the natural world! This kit will include supplies and prompts to help you observe and describe the world around you. Kit sign up: April 7Kit pick up: A...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Get outside and explore the natural world! This kit will include supplies and prompts to help you observe and describe the world around you. 

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!

Take & Make: -- Knotty Owl -- Ages 10-18

All Day 4/14 - 4/20
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead. We can only guarantee one kit per registrant....

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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.

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!

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

¡Hola! ¡Canta Conmigo! is a weekly storytime program for families that are interested in learning Spanish, speak Spanish at home, or would like their little one to experience ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

Make the Next Scavenger Hunt!

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Have you done the Scavenger Hunts at our library? And have you thought "I would want to help make one!" Or "I could totally make it better than the guy who usually does it!" If yes...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Have you done the Scavenger Hunts at our library?

STEAM Team: Build a Bridge

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
STEAM:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session wi...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

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

The Magic Tree House Book Adventures Club: Hurry Up, Houdini!

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne. On the second and fourth Monday of the month (subject to change), we'll...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne.

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

Rocket Readers

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and com...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

CANCELLED: Homework Help at the Library

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help. We have friendly volunteers ready to help...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Event Description:

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

Virtual Rocket Readers

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on readin...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Online (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills.

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.

Virtual Rocket Readers

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on readin...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Online (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions via Zoom to work on reading and comprehension skills.

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.