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All libraries will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for Easter.

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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

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

Neighborhood Arts: Clips and Hips

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Lobby (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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.

Pokemon Club

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

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

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Way Fun Wednesday: Parachute Play

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

**Be sure to arrive early to ensure a spot at the parachute! Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

**Be sure to arrive early to ensure a spot at the parachute! Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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 "Teens" group.

Anime Movie Night

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of June and July for Anime Movie Night! We'll make an anime-inspired craft and watch a full feature-length anime movie.

Registration is not required for this event.

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 June and July for Anime Movie Night! We'll make an anime-inspired craft and watch a full feature-length anime movie.

Registration is not required for this event.

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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Fireworks

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a dazzling fireworks show. You will leave with a completed painting.

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

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a dazzling fireworks show. You will leave with a completed painting.

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 "Kids" group.

Top This! Magical Color Spinner Take Home Kit

All Day 7/7 - 7/14
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
:

Color your world this summer by creating your own one-of-a-kind spinning top! You'll be able to experiment with different color combinations and patterns as you explore the magic of color. All supplies except for markers/crayons are included.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Color your world this summer by creating your own one-of-a-kind spinning top! You'll be able to experiment with different color combinations and patterns as you explore the magic of color. All supplies except for markers/crayons are included.

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Lobby (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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.

Snail Mail

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Age Group:
Kids
:

Decorate and send a postcard to a friend or family member!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Decorate and send a postcard to a friend or family member!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Rainbow of Rocks!

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Way Fun Wednesday: Pretend Playhouse

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Eat the Rainbow

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Join us for an engaging session on 'Eating the Rainbow' and discover how colorful fruits and vegetables can boost your health!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for an engaging session on 'Eating the Rainbow' and discover how colorful fruits and vegetables can boost your health!

Disclaimer(s)

There is no guarantee that foods served at this program have not come into contact with tree nuts, soybean, dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts or other allergens. Accordingly, neither the Library nor Thick Descriptions will assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with at this program or any harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Balloon Art for Beginners

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
:

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

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Perler Bead Workshop

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

D&D Dragon

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
:

Embark on an epic adventure in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Whether you’re new to the world of tabletop role playing games or just curious about the game, all are welcome to join.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Embark on an epic adventure in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Whether you’re new to the world of tabletop role playing games or just curious about the game, all are welcome to join.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre "Oklahoma!"

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Lobby (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children  

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.

Creativity in Full Color with Science Museum Oklahoma

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Capture the magic of transformation by turning a simple, single-color shape into a piece of art! Navigate an obstacle course filled with sensory challenges and imaginative play.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Capture the magic of transformation by turning a simple, single-color shape into a piece of art! Navigate an obstacle course filled with sensory challenges and imaginative play.

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.

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

Indigenous Gardening

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City 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.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Threads of Tradition: Beading Our Cultural Colors

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Add a splash of color to your summer reading adventure and join us as we explore the vibrant world of Choctaw beadwork. In this program, you will learn about the significance of beading in Choctaw culture.