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Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Design

Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer. This summer, OKCMOA will be featuring Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Des...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

OKCMOA will develop art making activities around the special exhibition on view at the Museum that summer.

Picture of two ice cream cones.

National Ice Cream Day Celebration

Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream on National Ice Cream Day! Make ice cream in a bag and enjoy ice cream themed crafts. 

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream on National Ice Cream Day! Make ice cream in a bag and enjoy ice cream themed crafts. 

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

Summer Reading Creations - Ancient Messages

All Day 7/22 - 7/27
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 make a secret message or a treasure map look like it...

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 make a secret message or a treasure map look like it is hundreds of years old.

Weekly Craft Kit

All Day 7/22 - 7/28
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.

 

Wizard Potions Take Home Kit

All Day 7/22 - 7/31
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Are you still waiting on your letter to Hogwarts?  Do you think you'd excel in the Potions class?  Let's celebrate one of the most famous literary wizard's birthday by cr...

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Are you still waiting on your letter to Hogwarts?  Do you think you'd excel in the Potions class?  Let's celebrate one of the most famous literary wizard's birthday by creating some potions of your own with this take home kit.

¡Canta Conmigo!

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

¡Hola!  ¡Canta Conmigo! is a weekly storytime program for families that are interested in learning Spanish, speak Spanish at home, or would like their little one to experie...

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

¡Hola! 

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. 

Preschool Art Time

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Event Description:

Join us with your preschooler as we play with arts and crafts. Projects are process based and are designed to help kids with their fine motor skills, self expression, and many othe...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us with your preschooler as we play with arts and crafts. Projects are process based and are designed to help kids with their fine motor skills, self expression, and many other valuable concepts.

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. 

Quilting & Crafting

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our c...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Hogwarts in Del City

O.W.L. Camp

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we would like you to sign up for our week of courses!

Mini-Figure Make & Paint

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it! July 22: Make. You will use an online software to customize your character and learn...

Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

During this two-part program, you'll design your own tabletop mini-figure and paint it!

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.

Art Around the World 3: South Korea

All Day 7/23 - 7/27
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?! Each monthly Art Around the World Take and Make Kits highlights a different type of folk art from countries, terr...

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Are you ready for another trip around the world - through art?!

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.

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
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!

Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
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!

Oklahoma History Center: Cattle Trails and Branding

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader Join the Oklahoma History Center’s expedition into Oklahoma’s past as the center of the open-range cattle trails! The History Center will...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Age range: Prek to 2nd/ Emerging reader

Adventures in Needle-felting with the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.    Ages 9...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Museums at MLS
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle-felting with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Cont

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.

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

Hogwarts in Del City

O.W.L. Camp

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we would like you to sign up for our week of courses!

Teen Craft & Chat

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Calling all teens! Come to the library to spend some time with other teens, enjoy a craft, and make new friends! 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Calling all teens! Come to the library to spend some time with other teens, enjoy a craft, and make new friends! 

Summer Decorative Birdhouses

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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 and paint your own wooden birdhouses.

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

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create and paint your own wooden birdhouses.

Kids Nature Club - Tiny Creature/Fairy Homes

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Outdoors (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

There's so much to see and so much to explore! Join us as we get out in nature, get our hands dirty, and explore the world around us through hands-on nature-based activities. ...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Outdoors (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

There's so much to see and so much to explore! Join us as we get out in nature, get our hands dirty, and explore the world around us through hands-on nature-based activities. 

Forest Wind Chimes

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Offsite (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Come as a family and make a set of forest windchimes!  This program will be happening at the Lilyfield South OKC location, just down the street from the Wright library. Don...

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Offsite (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Come as a family and make a set of forest windchimes! 

This program will be happening at the Lilyfield South OKC location, just down the street from the Wright library. Don't forget to swing by the library after the program. 

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. 

Crafternoon!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come get your craft on! Each session will feature a different activity for all ages! This is a recurring event held the second and fourth Wednesdays of June and July!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come get your craft on! Each session will feature a different activity for all ages!
This is a recurring event held the second and fourth Wednesdays of June and July!

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. 

Hogwarts in Del City

O.W.L. Camp

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry this summer at your library! Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is establishing a satellite campus at the Del City Library and we would like you to sign up for our week of courses!

Culture Crew

Culture Crew - Be Part of the Experience!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!  ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture?  Yes?!

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.

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

Larry the Snake Guy

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a wild and wiggly adventure with Larry the Snake Guy! Get up close and personal with fascinating reptiles, engage in fun crafts, and listen to thrilling ...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a wild and wiggly adventure with Larry the Snake Guy! Get up close and personal with fascinating reptiles, engage in fun crafts, and listen to thrilling snake stories.