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Anime Club

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime. Each month will...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime.

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

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

D&D Club

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D! This is a game in which we ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wondered what Dungeons & Dragons was all about? Join us to get started in the exciting world of D&D!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Game Night

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us at the library for an in-person open game night! We'll have plenty of board games, a Nintendo Switch, and snacks!

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

Nalbinding 101

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Nålbinding is an ancient hand craft where the finished products look a lot like knitting or crochet. Learn how to do one of the basic stitches while learning about the history of t...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Nålbinding is an ancient hand craft where the finished products look a lot like knitting or crochet. Learn how to do one of the basic stitches while learning about the history of this fascinating art.

 

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 event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Drop - Teen Book Box

All Day
Online (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to get started.

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!

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

Community Room

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see.&n...

Event Description:

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

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

Paranormal Investigation with IOKP

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come meet IOKP (Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal), a real team of paranormal investigators who hunt ghosts all around Oklahoma and the surrounding areas. You'll learn all about ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Come meet IOKP (Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal), a real team of paranormal investigators who hunt ghosts all around Oklahoma and the surrounding areas.

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

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

American Girl Book Club

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Be a part of history! The American Girl Book Club, based on the historical doll series, meets the first Friday of every month through the end of the year. Each session will focu...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Be a part of history!

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

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go. Coffee for the Community is our way of saying thank you to our librar...

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.

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

Air-Dry Clay Lady Figurine Creations

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine. In Session Two, af...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine.

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

Latin Dance Class with Latin Fusion Oklahoma

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn a new dance with Latin Fusion Oklahoma in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The teachers at Latin Fusion OK will be joining us for a special class to teach us moves fro...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn a new dance with Latin Fusion Oklahoma in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The teachers at Latin Fusion OK will be joining us for a special class to teach us moves from the salsa and bachata dance styles.

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

Learn to Knit: Baby Hats

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat. (If you don't have a baby in your life who needs a hat, we will be collecting fini...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat.

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 event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! We welcome yarn artists of all ages, crocheters and knitters alike!  Do you not have a project yet? We have supplies to get you started! W...

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!

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

Peep Dioramas

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Peeps, Who has the Peeps! We do, here at the Southern Oaks Library. Join us as we create Halloween Peep Diorama! Peeps and other supplies provided. Family fun building a diora...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Peeps, Who has the Peeps! We do, here at the Southern Oaks Library. Join us as we create Halloween Peep Diorama! Peeps and other supplies provided. Family fun building a diorama together!

Register now for some Peepy Fun!

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

Power Hack! Advanced Coding Club

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (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 AB (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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sugar Skull Take Home Kit

All Day 10/7 - 10/13
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Create Sugar Skulls at home with this take home kit celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in October!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Create Sugar Skulls at home with this take home kit celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in October!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our c...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

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

Coding Club: Homeschool Edition

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition! Come join us this April and May as we use Fiero.com to learn different coding languages! Guests will have the chance to learn HTML, SQL, Jav...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided. This progr...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Adventure awaits at the Del City Library! Join us every Monday for in-person Dungeons & Dragons. Teens of all skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided.

This program is for all teens ages 12-18.

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

Hues on First Art Club

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us each month on the FIRST Monday at the Edmond Library on FIRST Street to add colorful HUES to an art project focusing on an artist, technique or medium.  This progra...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us each month on the FIRST Monday at the Edmond Library on FIRST Street to add colorful HUES to an art project focusing on an artist, technique or medium. 

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning! Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library! The class will meet o...

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!