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Pumpkin Faces

Silly Pumpkin Faces Take and Make for Ages 2-5

All Day 10/15 - 10/20
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

What kind of pumpkin will your little one make? Happy? Scary? Silly? This simple paper craft use shapes, emotions, and the fall season to get everyone into a pumpkin-y mood. *...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

What kind of pumpkin will your little one make? Happy? Scary? Silly? This simple paper craft use shapes, emotions, and the fall season to get everyone into a pumpkin-y mood.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Take & Make: Standing Ghosts -- Ages 10-18

All Day 10/15 - 10/20
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead. Spook up the cuteness (or cute up the spookin...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

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!

Haunted House

Haunted House Craft- Kit

All Day 10/15 - 10/21
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Get ready for Halloween with this super cute cardstock haunted house! Instructions on how to assemble the house will be included with this super fun kit. 

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

Get ready for Halloween with this super cute cardstock haunted house! Instructions on how to assemble the house will be included with this super fun kit. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Lucha Libre Mask Take Home Kit

All Day 10/15 - 10/22
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Learn all about the cultural significance of Lucha Libre masks while designing your own worthy of Rey Mysterio himself.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Learn all about the cultural significance of Lucha Libre masks while designing your own worthy of Rey Mysterio himself.

Take-Home Kit: Halloween Mâché Bowls

All Day 10/15 - 10/27
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Dive into crafting and the Halloween spirit by creating a paper-mache candy bowl! Visit Almonte for a supply bag while supplies last. 

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

Dive into crafting and the Halloween spirit by creating a paper-mache candy bowl! Visit Almonte for a supply bag while supplies last. 

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

Flyer

Día de los Muertos Take-Home Kits

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Celebrate Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) with a free, take-home craft kit! Use the supplies provided to decorate your own mini ofrenda box. Ofrenda boxes or altars ...

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

Celebrate Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) with a free, take-home craft kit! Use the supplies provided to decorate your own mini ofrenda box. Ofrenda boxes or altars are used during this celebration to honor deceased loved ones.

Halloween Jar Take & Make Kit for Ages 6-9 Years

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/20/2024 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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!

a 3d paper minecraft creeper and a cylinder wrapped in green paper with a minecraft creeper face drawn on it

STEAM Break - Take Home Kit: Minecraft Exploding Creepers

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/20/2024 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

It's STEAM Break at the Village Library! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. It's spooky time! With this take home ...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

It's STEAM Break at the Village Library! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

STEAM Break: Science Stations

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/20/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

It's STEAM Break at the Village Library! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Come to the library and visit all four...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

It's STEAM Break at the Village Library! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

Come to the library and visit all four science stations to get the complete experience!

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2024 @ 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 creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

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!

October Mindfulness Journal

10/15/2024 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2024 @ 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! 

Toddler Storytime (Ages 1-3)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler Storytime:

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...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! We will rotate between playtime, storytime, parachute play, o...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

123! Play with Me!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the lib...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Storytime

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

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. 

People practicing Tai Chi

Tai Chi

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Tai Chi helps reduce the risk of falling, increases balance and flexibility...

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

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Toddler Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

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. 

Homeschool Coding Club

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join the Warr Acres Homeschool Code Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more! Not only will you strengthen your critical think...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Join the Warr Acres Homeschool Code Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more!

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

The Caring Van visit

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Outdoors (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Caring Van delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families. The Oklahoma Caring Van is uniquely design...

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

The Oklahoma Caring Van delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

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. 

Toddler Storytime (Ages 1-3)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler Storytime:

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...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! We will rotate between playtime, storytime, pa...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!