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Financial Literacy for Kids Scavenger Hunt

11/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 11/27/2024 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Money, money, money!  Kids will learn some financial literacy skills while completing this month's scavenger hunt!  Find all of the pictures in the library and get a smal...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Business & Finance, Careers & Jobs, Family Programs
Event Description:

Money, money, money!  Kids will learn some financial literacy skills while completing this month's scavenger hunt!  Find all of the pictures in the library and get a small prize at the Info Desk.

Early Readers Book Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us for the Early Readers Book Club designed especially for children beginning to read on their own! This fun and interactive club will inspire a love of reading through engagi...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Join us for the Early Readers Book Club designed especially for children beginning to read on their own! This fun and interactive club will inspire a love of reading through engaging stories and exciting activities.

 

clear blue sky with a tree showing bright red apples

Apple Pie Make and Take

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

When the weather is cool and the apples are fresh, the best thing to do is warm up by baking an apple pie. Show off your cooking skills and join the Ralph Ellison Library to make a...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

When the weather is cool and the apples are fresh, the best thing to do is warm up by baking an apple pie. Show off your cooking skills and join the Ralph Ellison Library to make a delicious pie to take home.

Lego Club

LEGO Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 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. 

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 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
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 ...

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. 

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 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
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 ...

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. 

Children Reading to Dogs

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
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.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Required
Seats Remaining: 7

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.

Family Game Day: Open Play (Ages 5-12)

Saturday, November 30, 2024 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. Monthly activities will rotate between bingo, trivia, board games, minute to win it games, and open play. If you've got a...

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. Monthly activities will rotate between bingo, trivia, board games, minute to win it games, and open play. 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. 

Presidential Pets Scavenger Hunt

12/01/2024 @ 1:00pm to 12/23/2024 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Lots of fun and unique pets have lived in the White House since America's founding. Find them all at your neighborhood library and receive a prize!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs
Event Description:

Lots of fun and unique pets have lived in the White House since America's founding. Find them all at your neighborhood library and receive a prize!

December Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Christmas Tree Ornament Take Home Kits

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/07/2024 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Celebrate the season with a fun and simple creative project! Pick up a take-home kit to craft your own unique Christmas tree ornaments and add a personal touch to your holiday deco...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Celebrate the season with a fun and simple creative project! Pick up a take-home kit to craft your own unique Christmas tree ornaments and add a personal touch to your holiday decorations. Perfect for all ages! First come, first served!

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, December 2, 2024 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
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 ...

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. 

Storytime poster

Storytime

Monday, December 2, 2024 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
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 ...

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. 

Father and daughter making a card. Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/dad-and-daughter-making-a-christmas-letter-6140240/

Winter Holiday Themed Family Take and Make Kit

All Day 12/3 - 12/7
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Brighten up your holidays with some fun family activities celebrating the holiday season! So that more families are able to enjoy this kit, please only register for one kit per ...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Brighten up your holidays with some fun family activities celebrating the holiday season!

So that more families are able to enjoy this kit, please only register for one kit per household.
Multiple reservations will not be honored.

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.

Kids' Holiday Crafts & Tree Trimming

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Enjoy getting into the spirit of the season with us by helping decorate the library’s Christmas tree. Kids will make some fun holiday crafts. Check out some holiday books and DVD...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Enjoy getting into the spirit of the season with us by helping decorate the library’s Christmas tree. Kids will make some fun holiday crafts. Check out some holiday books and DVDs while you're here.

Creativity Lab: Minecraft!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Get creative at your library this fall with Creativity Lab! This month, join us to complete Minecraft-themed art projects. Registration is encouraged.

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Get creative at your library this fall with Creativity Lab! This month, join us to complete Minecraft-themed art projects. Registration is encouraged.

Movies on The Green

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Village Green (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Please join us for a family-friendly movie night on Thursday evening at The Village Greens, in partnership with The Village Arts Association from 6-8 PM. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Village Green (Village)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Please join us for a family-friendly movie night on Thursday evening at The Village Greens, in partnership with The Village Arts Association from 6-8 PM. 

Musictime

Friday, December 6, 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. 

Chess Club

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (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 A (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.

Photo by Armin Rimoldi from Pexels

Hot Chocolate and Coffee for Cowboy Christmas

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Warm up at Metropolitan Library System's most historic library before and after the Stockyard's City Cowboy Christmas Parade. Stop in and bring the family for a cup of hot chocolat...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Warm up at Metropolitan Library System's most historic library before and after the Stockyard's City Cowboy Christmas Parade. Stop in and bring the family for a cup of hot chocolate or coffee on us!

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.

Free Family Portraits (Session 1)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

  Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families. (Please limit your portrait to no more than six people.) Email is req...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

 

Free Family Portraits (Session 2)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

  Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families. (Please limit your portrait to no more than six people.) Email is req...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

 

Free Family Portraits (Session 3)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families. (Please limit your portrait to no more than six people.) Email is required to regist...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Free Family Portraits (Session 4)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families. (Please limit your portrait to no more than six people.) Email is required to regist...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Joslyn Brown Photography will be on site to take portraits of couples, kids, and families.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.