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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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Earth Day 2025: Free Trees for Kids!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

Luther Memory Project

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Offsite (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Free Scanning Day Hosted by Metropolitan Library System and the Luther Historical Society to help preserve your important documents and cherished memories.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Registration Required
Event Description:

Free Scanning Day Hosted by Metropolitan Library System and the Luther Historical Society to help preserve your important documents and cherished memories.

STEM Club - Marbled Paper 3 Ways

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

STEM Club - Marbled Paper 3 Ways

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

May Mindfulness Journal

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

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.

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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.

May Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

Storytime

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

Spice Chronicles Ch 5: Shawarma

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

Library Closed

All Day
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations

Library Closed

All Day
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations

June Mindfulness Journal

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

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.

View Details
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 Scavenger Hunt

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Summer Creations - Circles, Triangles, Squares, Oh My!

06/02/2025 @ 10:00am to 06/07/2025 @ 5:00pm
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week challenges your imagination. What can you create using the most basic of shapes? Build, rearrange, and re-imagine how shapes make up our world!

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week challenges your imagination. What can you create using the most basic of shapes? Build, rearrange, and re-imagine how shapes make up our world!

Storytime

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

License Plate Design

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

Inspired by the powerful text-based works of Oklahoma-based artist, Edgar Heap of Birds, and his exhibit HONOR SONG at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, this activity transforms a blank license plate into a meaningful art piece by selecting f

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Inspired by the powerful text-based works of Oklahoma-based artist, Edgar Heap of Birds, and his exhibit HONOR SONG at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, this activity transforms a blank license plate into a meaningful art piece by selecting f

Summer Creations - Dragons & Unicorns

All Day 6/9 - 6/14
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week's design idea is to create your own headband, turning yourself into a dragon, a unicorn, or something in between!

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week's design idea is to create your own headband, turning yourself into a dragon, a unicorn, or something in between!

Balloon Art for Beginners

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Join our local Bricktown clowns as we learn the basics of balloon art.  Animals & beyond! 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join our local Bricktown clowns as we learn the basics of balloon art.  Animals & beyond! 

Spice Chronicles Ch 6: Old Bay

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

View Details
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

Summer Creations - Dots and Spots Everywhere!

All Day 6/16 - 6/18
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week is an exploration of dots. There is an entire artform, called pointillism, that uses just dots to create entire images!

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week is an exploration of dots. There is an entire artform, called pointillism, that uses just dots to create entire images!

Indigenous Gardening

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Onsite (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Onsite (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join Native Farming Solutions & Black Soil in this hands on class to learn about seed starting and the importance of land stewardship using Indigenous knowledge.

Library Closed

All Day
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations

Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

View Details
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

Summer Creations - Found Art Collage

All Day 6/23 - 6/28
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week try your hand at mixed media collage.

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Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week try your hand at mixed media collage.