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This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Book Drop - Teen Book Box

All Day
Online (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to get started.

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Drop - Subscription!

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 6:00am - 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

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!

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

Storytime

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
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: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

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

Musictime

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Move and groove with Miss Ginger! Discover the power of music at the library. Research shows that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves their ability ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Move and groove with Miss Ginger!

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.

Free Play Friday

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Play is an important part of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond. Imaginative and dramatic play encourages creativity and ima...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Play is an important part of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond.

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

Community Room

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Fix This Information Table

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you need to register to vote?  Not sure what this upcoming election is about? Visit the Let's Fix This information table on September 24, September 26, October 2, Octobe...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Do you need to register to vote?  Not sure what this upcoming election is about?

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see.&n...

Event Description:

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

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

Paranormal Investigation with IOKP

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come meet IOKP (Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal), a real team of paranormal investigators who hunt ghosts all around Oklahoma and the surrounding areas. You'll learn all about ...

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

Come meet IOKP (Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal), a real team of paranormal investigators who hunt ghosts all around Oklahoma and the surrounding areas.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Event Description:

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

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

Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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 around a c...

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.

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

American Girl Book Club

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Be a part of history! The American Girl Book Club, based on the historical doll series, meets the first Friday of every month through the end of the year. Each session will focu...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Be a part of history!

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 event is in the "All Ages" group.

Old Timers' Day

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 8:00am - 3:00pm
Offsite (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Offsite (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Outdoor Program
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go. Coffee for the Community is our way of saying thank you to our librar...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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 "Adults" group.

Will Clinic with Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma will be presenting information on wills, advance directives, and powers of attorney in Oklahoma. This is an initial information session and is open t...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Description:

Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma will be presenting information on wills, advance directives, and powers of attorney in Oklahoma. This is an initial information session and is open to anyone interested.

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

Family Storytime

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
All Ages 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...

Event Description:

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

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

ScissorTales

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime! We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail.  If we need to canc...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Saturday at Scissortail Park for storytime!

We will meet at the Play Pavilion located next to the Children's Playground at Scissortail. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Shelf Watch Book Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

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

Air-Dry Clay Lady Figurine Creations

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine. In Session Two, af...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine.

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

Latin Dance Class with Latin Fusion Oklahoma

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn a new dance with Latin Fusion Oklahoma in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The teachers at Latin Fusion OK will be joining us for a special class to teach us moves fro...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn a new dance with Latin Fusion Oklahoma in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The teachers at Latin Fusion OK will be joining us for a special class to teach us moves from the salsa and bachata dance styles.

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

Learn to Knit: Baby Hats

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat. (If you don't have a baby in your life who needs a hat, we will be collecting fini...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat.

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Clay Ghosts

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own clay ghost sculptures!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own clay ghost sculptures!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Dino Day

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together.  1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM  

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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. 

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

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! We welcome yarn artists of all ages, crocheters and knitters alike!  Do you not have a project yet? We have supplies to get you started! W...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!