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Watercolor Painting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Always wanted to learn watercolor painting? Then learn from our local professional artist Jim Pourtorkan! All supplies are provided, sign up with a friend today!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Always wanted to learn watercolor painting? Then learn from our local professional artist Jim Pourtorkan! All supplies are provided, sign up with a friend today!

OKC Mobile Market

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the communit...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Let's Create! Painting for Adults

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

**This class is Student Driven** Do you like to paint? Well, here's the program for you! This class is one that allows you to let go and create a piece of art that YOU enjoyed...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

**This class is Student Driven**

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.

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

Craft Fest - Display Hall

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate glass cutting, miniature making, and polymer clay building!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate glass cutting, miniature making, and polymer clay building!

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

Craft Fest 2025

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come join us at the OKC Downtown Metropolitan Library this January for the second annual CraftFest! Learn about different hobbies from local arts and crafting guilds! There will be...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 245
Event Description:

Come join us at the OKC Downtown Metropolitan Library this January for the second annual CraftFest! Learn about different hobbies from local arts and crafting guilds!

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

Craft Fest 25 - Fiber Crafters

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join the Knitting Guild, Fiber Artists of America, and Quilting guild as their members demonstrate their crafts. Demonstrations will include Wet Felting, Cross stitch, knitting, an...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join the Knitting Guild, Fiber Artists of America, and Quilting guild as their members demonstrate their crafts. Demonstrations will include Wet Felting, Cross stitch, knitting, and quilting.

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

Craft Fest 25 - Paper Crafting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom CD (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

  Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate paper quilling, a craft that involves wrapping paper into tight coils, and Gelli plating, a type of fabric printing. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom CD (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

 

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate paper quilling, a craft that involves wrapping paper into tight coils, and Gelli plating, a type of fabric printing. 

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

Craft Fest 25- Functional Crafting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom EF (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate clothing construction and leatherworking

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom EF (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join local craftspeople as they demonstrate clothing construction and leatherworking

OKC Mobile Market

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the communit...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Origami Take-Home Kit

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Origami Take Home Kit Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper.  Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. No Registration Required.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Origami Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last.

No Registration Required.

Makerspace Crafternoon

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of crafts for grown-ups! Supplies and space are limited, so please pre-register. Bring your maker mindset and prepare to be inspired!

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

Join us for an afternoon of crafts for grown-ups! Supplies and space are limited, so please pre-register. Bring your maker mindset and prepare to be inspired!

Community Care Cards

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

For this Valentine’s Day, join us in spreading love and kindness by creating handmade cards for residents at a local assisted living home and adult day-care center! Whether you wan...

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

For this Valentine’s Day, join us in spreading love and kindness by creating handmade cards for residents at a local assisted living home and adult day-care center!

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

Costume Crafting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

In preparation for the Book Lover's Ball on February 15, we will be planning and creating costumes related to our favorite books! Bring your skills and prepare to learn new ones. C...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

In preparation for the Book Lover's Ball on February 15, we will be planning and creating costumes related to our favorite books! Bring your skills and prepare to learn new ones.

Family Game Day: Pickleball *In Partnership with Chicken N Pickle

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Bring the whole family to the library for Family Game Day. We will rotate between bingo, trivia, board games, and minute to win it games. If you've got a competitive spirit, this i...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Bring the whole family to the library for Family Game Day. We will rotate between bingo, trivia, board games, and minute to win it games. If you've got a competitive spirit, this is the program for you.

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. 

Lego Club

LEGO Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

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. 

National Seed Swap Day

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Interested in gardening? Have some seeds you no longer want? Celebrate National Seed Swap Day by swapping seeds with others. This is a great way to start a garden or expand yo...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Interested in gardening? Have some seeds you no longer want? Celebrate National Seed Swap Day by swapping seeds with others. This is a great way to start a garden or expand your existing garden without breaking the bank.

OKC Mobile Market

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the communit...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Seed Swap

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us on National Seed Swap Day to exchange favorite seed varieties for the upcoming gardening season. Meet other gardeners to build community, ask questions, and swap stories an...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Join us on National Seed Swap Day to exchange favorite seed varieties for the upcoming gardening season. Meet other gardeners to build community, ask questions, and swap stories and tips.

Book jacket for Reggie and Delilah's Year of Falling

Shelf Indulgence: YA Book Club

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults! This month, we will be discussing Regg...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Love young adult literature, even though you may not be a teen any longer? This book club is open to all YA lovers, both teens and adults!

TRIVIA GAME - Stranger Things 2025 Version

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Whether you’re Team Demogorgon or Team Eleven, this game will have you facing off on all things Hawkins—from the mystery of the Upside Down to the adventures of your favorite chara...

Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Whether you’re Team Demogorgon or Team Eleven, this game will have you facing off on all things Hawkins—from the mystery of the Upside Down to the adventures of your favorite characters.

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.

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.

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

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering! No experience or supplies needed.  Do you love world-building, playing games, creative narratives, or simply being aroun...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

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.

STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will b...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Voices and Votes: Lost History: Rediscovering Tales of Oklahoma's Past Discussion Series

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma Historians.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you pr...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Rediscover tales of Oklahoma's past in this exciting discussion series led by local Oklahoma Historians.  Each week, we will rediscover a new aspect of Oklahoma history you probably didn't cover in your Oklahoma History classes.

Great Jigsaw Puzzle Race

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams will have 120 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will b...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Gather your team of up to 4 people to compete against other groups in a timed jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams will have 120 minutes to put together their puzzle - each team will be working on a 500 piece puzzle provided by the library.