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"Adventure Begins" Art Contest

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Onsite (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Have an Adventure at the Midwest City library and vote on your favorite art piece.  Art will be on display from July 1st- July 31st, voting will begin on July 8th!  Do...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Have an Adventure at the Midwest City library and vote on your favorite art piece.  Art will be on display from July 1st- July 31st, voting will begin on July 8th! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Mothman Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/5 - 7/31
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help Mothman find his friends at the library! Visit the children's department to complete a fun scavenger hunt and win a prize if you can unscramble the secret word. One prize per ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Help Mothman find his friends at the library! Visit the children's department to complete a fun scavenger hunt and win a prize if you can unscramble the secret word. One prize per person.

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

July Creative Writing Chapbook

07/05/2024 @ 9:00am to 07/31/2024 @ 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!

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

July Mindfulness Journal

07/05/2024 @ 9:00am to 07/31/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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
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 "All Ages" group.

Take-Home Backyard Search and Find

All Day 7/6 - 7/19
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Get your family outside this summer to explore the great outdoors! Come and grab a Backyard Search and Find sheet from Almonte Library. Your mission? Seek out the wonders of nature...

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

Get your family outside this summer to explore the great outdoors! Come and grab a Backyard Search and Find sheet from Almonte Library. Your mission?

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

Learn the Royal Game of Ur

All Day 7/8 - 7/21
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

The Royal Game of Ur is related to the modern game of backgammon and was played in ancient Mesopotamia. The rules were translated by Irving Finkel of the British Museum from a cun...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

The Royal Game of Ur is related to the modern game of backgammon and was played in ancient Mesopotamia. The rules were translated by Irving Finkel of the British Museum from a cuneiform tablet written in 177 BCE.

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 "Kids" group.

Geode Geologist Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/15 - 7/19
Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

What’s inside a geode? How do they form? Most importantly, how do you split them open? This take home kit will teach basic geode geology, then lets children explore various types o...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Continuing Education, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What’s inside a geode? How do they form? Most importantly, how do you split them open? This take home kit will teach basic geode geology, then lets children explore various types of rocks. No registration required.

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.

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.

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

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

Summer Reading Creations - DIY Compass

All Day 7/15 - 7/19
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique adventure themed craft or demonstration! This week you can see how to make a compass out of simple materials. A...

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 adventure themed craft or demonstration! This week you can see how to make a compass out of simple materials.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Weekly Craft Kit

All Day 7/15 - 7/21
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am! Kits available ...

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

Start your weekly adventure at the library this Summer with a Take Home Craft Kit. Each week a different take home kit will be available starting Mondays at 9am!

Kits available while supplies last. Limit 2 per family.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Create Your Own Adventure Take-Home Kit

All Day 7/16 - 7/23
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue, and Crayons (optional) Create your own miniature camp site for adventurous fun at the picnic table or in the yard. This camp site is made fro...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Supplies Needed: Scissors, Glue, and Crayons (optional)

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Oklahoma County Clerk's Office Information Table

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Onsite (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

We’re proud to partner with the Oklahoma County Clerk’s office to help YOU PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY! And SAFEGUARD your DD-214’s all for FREE. Join the Oklahoma County Clerk’s o...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

We’re proud to partner with the Oklahoma County Clerk’s office to help YOU PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY!

And SAFEGUARD your DD-214’s all for FREE.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC CEO Search Committee Meeting

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lunch Bunch Book Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection. The...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

SUMMER MEAL

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library. Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-2 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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.

Camp Downtown : Forest Wind Chimes

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Adventure begins at the Downtown Library! Join us once a week between June 18th to July 13th. We have transformed our Children's Programming room into "Camp Downtown". Each week we will feature a new camp craft.

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.

Whodunit Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen D&D

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library. Newbies, novi...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Grab your bow, ready your dancing lights, and prepare for battle! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, led by librarians and even teens like you, at the Choctaw Library.

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

Extreme Animals Adventure

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Sail across the summer sea for an adventure with Extreme Animals! See curious creatures up close, and learn more about their environments, and ecosystems. Register now to be part o...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Sail across the summer sea for an adventure with Extreme Animals! See curious creatures up close, and learn more about their environments, and ecosystems.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Lyric Theatre "Frog and Toad"

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Target Age: School-age children  Follow along through four fun-filled seasons with great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad. Waking from hibe...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: 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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Target Age: school-age children   The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that change...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: school-age children  

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Seed Swap

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 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? Swapping seeds with others is a great way to start a garden or expand your existing garden without breaking the bank. C...

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

Interested in gardening? Have some seeds you no longer want? Swapping seeds with others is a great way to start a garden or expand your existing garden without breaking the bank.

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

Writing Party: A Young Storytellers Workshop

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

In conjunction with our Young Storytellers publishing workshop, the Edmond Library presents our summer Writing Party series. Each hour-long event is a stand-alone opportunity for y...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

In conjunction with our Young Storytellers publishing workshop, the Edmond Library presents our summer Writing Party series.

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

Science of the Human Body

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Embark on an exciting journey through the human body with our interactive science program designed for curious minds aged 8 to 14! Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the body's...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Embark on an exciting journey through the human body with our interactive science program designed for curious minds aged 8 to 14!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.