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The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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DIY Tier Cupcake Stands

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a deliciously creative afternoon at the library! Whether you're a cupcake connoisseur, a book lover, or someone who just loves to get crafty, this event is for you!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Join us for a deliciously creative afternoon at the library! Whether you're a cupcake connoisseur, a book lover, or someone who just loves to get crafty, this event is for you!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Quilling Workshop

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
:

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tales from the Silver Screen: The Taming of the Shrew (1967)/ 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
:

Live and in color! Come join us for a movie discussion on films new and old. Each month we will be talking about a different film. There will be discussion questions, trivia, and popcorn provided!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Live and in color! Come join us for a movie discussion on films new and old. Each month we will be talking about a different film. There will be discussion questions, trivia, and popcorn provided!

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.

Game Night

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

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.

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

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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!

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 "Adults" group.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

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.

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

Summer Reading Journal

All Day 7/5 - 7/11
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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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?

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?

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

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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 "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Book Box

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/25/2025 @ 4:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

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

July Creative Writing Chapbook

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/31/2025 @ 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
:

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!

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!

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

July Mindfulness Journal

07/05/2025 @ 9:00am to 07/31/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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! 

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! 

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

Knitting, Crochet, and Fiber Arts

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

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

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Painting with Wool with Oklahoma Contemporary

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to "paint" with wool using needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Page Turners

Sunday, July 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Summer Book Subscription

All Day
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well, this is just like that, except for free! And with library books!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well, this is just like that, except for free! And with library books!

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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

Tiny Art Refrigerator Magnets Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/7 - 7/11
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
:

Decorate your refrigerator with some colorful tiny art! Use the magnetized canvases and paints to create something unique and colorful that you can put on display.  

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Decorate your refrigerator with some colorful tiny art! Use the magnetized canvases and paints to create something unique and colorful that you can put on display.  

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 "Adults" group.

DHS Resource Help

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
:

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

Monday, July 7, 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
:

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

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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Mystery Readers Club

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
:

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wanderlust Travel Series: Food, Food, Food

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 3: Food, Food, Food

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 3: Food, Food, Food

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homeschool Parent Chats by the Fireplace

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
Adults
:

These encouraging sessions for both current and prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 7 pm next to the Warr Acres Fireplace.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

These encouraging sessions for both current and prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 7 pm next to the Warr Acres Fireplace.

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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!

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sunshine Prints Take-Home Kit

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
:

Take advantage of plentiful summer sunshine with this take-home kit! 

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Take advantage of plentiful summer sunshine with this take-home kit!