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Teen Book Bags

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favori...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

The cover to the September Creative Writing Chapbook, which features a photograph of a lake with a setting sun reflected across the surface. A tree branch with yellowing leaves reaches out over the lake.

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

The front and back cover to the September Mindfulness Journal, which features a photo of an autumnal forest with a golden ray of light peaking through the canopy of tree branches. The back cover features an illustration of a eucalyptus branch.

September Mindfulness Journal

09/03/2024 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Teen D&D

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library. Newbies, novi...

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

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library.

Community Room

Wednesday, September 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 Wednesday from 1-3.

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 Wednesday from 1-3.

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber...

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

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

The Library by Jacob Lawrence, 1960

Painting Party: Celebrate Library Card Sign Up Month

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn about "one of the first nationally recognized African American artists," Jacob Lawrence and share in his love for The Library by creating your own version of a Metropolitan L...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Learn about "one of the first nationally recognized African American artists," Jacob Lawrence and share in his love for The Library by creating your own version of a Metropolitan Library System library card.

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. 

Lo-fi Study Hall

Wednesday, September 4, 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...

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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.

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Homework Help and Reading Buddies

Wednesday, September 4, 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.

Conversation Group for Spanish Learners

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an open group for Spanish learners who would like to practice their speaking skills. Topics will vary. Native Spanish speakers and other proficient Spanish speakers are als...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

This is an open group for Spanish learners who would like to practice their speaking skills. Topics will vary. Native Spanish speakers and other proficient Spanish speakers are also welcome to attend as conversation partners.   

Artsy Fartsy Club: Hilma af Klint

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join our Artsy Fartsy program for teens at the library! Each session starts with a quick intro to a featured artist, followed by time for you to create your own artwork using provi...

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

Join our Artsy Fartsy program for teens at the library! Each session starts with a quick intro to a featured artist, followed by time for you to create your own artwork using provided supplies.

Game Night

Thursday, September 5, 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.

Video Games

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Programming Room (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Video Gaming:

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

After School Games

Thursday, September 5, 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 Mondays 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 Mondays for an hour of video games after school!

Anime Club

Thursday, September 5, 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.

Cover of Daisy Bell by J.K. Petrie. Features two hands touching over a field of daisies and a bust of a woman with a scar on her chest.

Author Visit with J.K. Petrie

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

He wove her universe. She got caught in his web. Now she must escape. Local author and rising talent J.K. Petrie is coming to the Bethany Library! Attendees will hear a shor...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Event Description:

He wove her universe. She got caught in his web. Now she must escape.

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.

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, September 5, 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!

D&D Club

Thursday, September 5, 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!

Anime Club

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Join us for Anime Club, make friends who love anime as much as you do, learn cool...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

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Teen Game Night

Thursday, September 5, 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!

The Book Drop - Teen Subscription Box

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: 3
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!

Community Room

Friday, September 6, 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.

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, September 6, 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!

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The Amazing Library Race

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an amazing race throughout the stacks of the library! Complete challenges in teams of two to four from creating lollipop ghosts to reciting limericks!

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:

Join us for an amazing race throughout the stacks of the library! Complete challenges in teams of two to four from creating lollipop ghosts to reciting limericks!