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Special Memories Scan-a-Thon

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Genealogists from Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections archive will be visiting and bringing their scanners to help you record your cherished photos, keepsakes, and do...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Description:

Genealogists from Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections archive will be visiting and bringing their scanners to help you record your cherished photos, keepsakes, and documents.

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.

Color Your World With Warr Acres Summer Reading Kickoff

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Get ready to kick off a colorful summer of reading and activities at the Warr Acres Library!Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of summer reading with indoor and ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Get ready to kick off a colorful summer of reading and activities at the Warr Acres Library!

Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of summer reading with indoor and outdoor activities for all ages. 

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. 

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

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Summer Reading Journal

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Track and reflect on your COLORFUL reading journey this summer with our Summer Reading Journal! We've got pages for you to rate and review your books and track your progress toward...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Track and reflect on your COLORFUL reading journey this summer with our Summer Reading Journal! We've got pages for you to rate and review your books and track your progress toward your reading goals. Stuck in a reading rut?

June Mindfulness Journal

06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm to 06/18/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
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, Take-Home Kit
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! 

Juneteenth Creative Writing Chapbook

06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm to 06/18/2025 @ 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 special Juneteenth creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises...

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 special Juneteenth creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

PRIDE Creative Writing Chapbooks

06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm to 06/18/2025 @ 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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises mean...

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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Creative Writing Sunday

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work? Join us every ...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

DHS Resource Help

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!

S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! This program is a part of TRIAD, a collaborative effort between the Sheriff's of...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

Cozy Mystery Readers Club

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea. We meet the first Monday...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. Come join us for conversation and a cozy cup of tea. We meet the first Monday of each month at 1:00 PM.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encour...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

waterfall and rock formation at sunset

Wanderlust Travel Series: Natural Wonders of the World

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 1: The Natural Wonders of the World.Join in with us on this magical...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 1: The Natural Wonders of the World.

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, 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 on Monday...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
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!

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this month...

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Staying Active & Independent for Life (SAIL)

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying ac...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.  Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of falls.  The SAIL program was des

Two rubber ducks on a striped background

Rubber Duckie Fashion Show

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you love fashion and do you love cute little rubber ducks? Let's combine the two!Adopt a rubber duck and make a cosplay costume for it using paint, fabric, and other craft suppl...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Do you love fashion and do you love cute little rubber ducks? Let's combine the two!

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. 

Cozy Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of June we each choose ONE book from the Se...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers.  Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series.  For the month of June we each choose ONE book from the Seaside Cafe Mysteries by Bree Baker to discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Groups of 10 or more are requested to call (405) 231-8650.

Total Wellness

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose ...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Honor Song Community Art Tapestry

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a community art event inspired by the exhibit, Honor Song. Honor Song was created by Edgar Heap of Birds at Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum and is currently on display...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for a community art event inspired by the exhibit, Honor Song. Honor Song was created by Edgar Heap of Birds at Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum and is currently on display through Aug. 

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.

Butterfly Garden

Oklahoma Butterfly Garden and Craft Kit

All Day 6/4 - 6/18
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Included is an informational booklet about Oklahoma butterflies, the butterfly life cycle, and how to attract butterflies with flowers, ...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

This is a take home kit for ages 5 and up. Included is an informational booklet about Oklahoma butterflies, the butterfly life cycle, and how to attract butterflies with flowers, water, and food.

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!