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Holiday Cocoa Jars

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Guests will make a jar of hot cocoa mix to take home. Only 1 jar per registration and 1 registration per family

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Guests will make a jar of hot cocoa mix to take home. Only 1 jar per registration and 1 registration per family

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.

Anime Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Join us for Anime Club, make friends who love anime as much as you do, learn cool...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

The Book Drop - Teen Subscription Box

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: 7
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!

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, December 6, 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!

Slime Day

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Cover of Molly: a Winning Spirit. Features a white girl smiling and leaning into frame in front of a blackboard.

American Girl Book Club

Friday, December 6, 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 September-December. Each session will focus around ...

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.

Knitty Committee

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit? Join us as you finish your current project, or simply bring yarn and needles and we will help you get started! The recommended yarn ...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

D&D: Neverland

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person. 

Join us for the Preschool Paint & Sip program at 11:00 am at the Downtown Library, where young artists will enjoy painting, drawing, and creating. For more information, please visit metrolibrary.org/events or call us at 405-231-8650.

Preschool Paint & Play

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children t...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

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. 

Jigsaw Puzzle Contest!

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your puzzle partner and compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle before the other pairs! Each pair will be given the same 500-piece puzzle, and will race to finish before the oth...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Bring your puzzle partner and compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle before the other pairs! Each pair will be given the same 500-piece puzzle, and will race to finish before the other teams.

Dinosaur statue

Dino Day

Saturday, December 7, 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

Guided Acrylic Painting: Gingerbread Man

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a jolly gingerbread man. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a jolly gingerbread man. You will leave with a completed painting.

Paper Snowflake Ornaments

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, 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 paper snowflake ornaments!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own paper snowflake ornaments!

Crochet and Knit Club Logo

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, December 7, 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: 25
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Wrapping Creations

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Celebrate the holidays with creative gift wrapping solutions, and DIY holiday decorating ideas. Most store bought wrapping paper contain plastic and cannot be recycled. Learn four ...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Celebrate the holidays with creative gift wrapping solutions, and DIY holiday decorating ideas. Most store bought wrapping paper contain plastic and cannot be recycled.

Unofficial Warhammer Club Play

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overvi...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.

Cross-Stitch Ornaments

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

New to cross-stitching? Not as new but wanting a chill environment to tackle a small project? Here at Southern Oaks we will be starting a Christmas light design. We don't expect yo...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

New to cross-stitching? Not as new but wanting a chill environment to tackle a small project? Here at Southern Oaks we will be starting a Christmas light design.

Take & Make: Felt Animal Ornaments -- Ages 10-18

All Day 12/9 - 12/15
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. The holidays are coming and decorations are g...

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: 0
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!

Tissue Paper Polar Bear Take Home Kit

All Day 12/9 - 12/15
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

It's winter, so make a polar bear picture to brighten your space! You'll take tissue paper and little glue to make a cute picture. Come by to get yours today.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It's winter, so make a polar bear picture to brighten your space! You'll take tissue paper and little glue to make a cute picture. Come by to get yours today.

"warm winter wishes" along with silhouette of santa's sleigh and holly berries decorate this wood slice ornament

DIY Christmas Tree Ornament

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Take a break from all of the holiday madness and come create a vintage style ornament for your tree!  All materials are provided, so bring your hot chocolate and get festive w...

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

Take a break from all of the holiday madness and come create a vintage style ornament for your tree!  All materials are provided, so bring your hot chocolate and get festive with us.

Graphic showing calculator, computer screen, gear, paintbrush and palette, beaker with liquid in it

STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 12/10 - 12/14
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). This fun-filled b...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

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!

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

Tiny Art Show Display

All Day 12/10 - 12/20
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

The Tiny Art Show: Drop In Painting Night will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3rd.  Art pieces for the Tiny Art Show will be displayed inside the library December 10th - Dec...

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

The Tiny Art Show: Drop In Painting Night will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3rd. 

Art pieces for the Tiny Art Show will be displayed inside the library December 10th - December 20th.

Pile of LEGO blocks

LEGO Club (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Please join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 4:30PM for LEGO Club. Use your imagination and create your own design or participate in our monthly construction challenge. We s...

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

Please join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 4:30PM for LEGO Club. Use your imagination and create your own design or participate in our monthly construction challenge. We supply the LEGO blocks, you bring the creativity. 

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. 

Maker Tuesday

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.