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Summer Reading Kickoff: Messy Art

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us for activities, art, and creative fun for all! We'll be celebrating the start of Summer Reading both inside the library and out on the Village Greens north of the library.&...

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us for activities, art, and creative fun for all! We'll be celebrating the start of Summer Reading both inside the library and out on the Village Greens north of the library. 

Belle Isle MakerFest 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join us for Makerfest 2025, a celebration of creativity and hands-on making! Explore interactive maker stations featuring paper crafts, sewing, 3D doodling, and more, as well as, a...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for Makerfest 2025, a celebration of creativity and hands-on making! Explore interactive maker stations featuring paper crafts, sewing, 3D doodling, and more, as well as, a screen printing demo from 2-3 pm!

Bracelet Buddies (Ages 7-12)

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join us at the Northwest Library for an exciting crafting adventure where creativity meets friendship! Our Bracelet Buddies group is designed for young crafters ages 7-12 who want ...

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

Join us at the Northwest Library for an exciting crafting adventure where creativity meets friendship!

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. 

Color Your World With Warr Acres Summer Reading Kickoff

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Get ready to kick off a colorful summer of reading and activities at the Warr Acres Library!Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of summer reading with indoor and ...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Get ready to kick off a colorful summer of reading and activities at the Warr Acres Library!

Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of summer reading with indoor and outdoor activities for all ages. 

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

Pokémon Pompoms Take Home Kit

All Day 6/1 - 6/9
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

🎉 Stop by Ralph Ellison Library and grab a fun, Pokémon-themed pompom kit! 🧶✨ Each kit comes with everything you need—except scissors! It's first come, first served, so hurry in be...

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

🎉 Stop by Ralph Ellison Library and grab a fun, Pokémon-themed pompom kit! 🧶✨ Each kit comes with everything you need—except scissors! It's first come, first served, so hurry in before they’re gone! 🏃‍♀️💨

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.

Popsicle Stick Community Art Project

Color Our World - Community Art Project

06/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/18/2025 @ 11:45pm
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Color Our World when you come to the Northwest Library in June! Stop by the table near the Info, color and decorate one popsicle stick. These will be assembled in a collage to crea...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Color Our World when you come to the Northwest Library in June! Stop by the table near the Info, color and decorate one popsicle stick. These will be assembled in a collage to create a piece of Community Art!

Father's Day Card Decorating & Mini Tool Box Painting

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Hey there! 🚨 Register now and join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a super fun Father’s Day workshop! 🔨✨ We’re making cool mini wooden toolboxes and crafting awesome Father’s D...

Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Hey there! 🚨 Register now and join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a super fun Father’s Day workshop! 🔨✨ We’re making cool mini wooden toolboxes and crafting awesome Father’s Day cards!

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. 

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.

Juneteenth Creative Writing Chapbook

06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm to 06/18/2025 @ 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 special Juneteenth creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises...

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 special Juneteenth creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

PRIDE Creative Writing Chapbooks

06/01/2025 @ 1:00pm to 06/18/2025 @ 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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises mean...

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 special PRIDE creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Summer Reading Kick-off Party

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Help us celebrate the Summer Reading program with a fun kick-off party for kids! Stop by the children's area to complete amazing crafts, get your face painted, meet an adorable the...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Description:

Help us celebrate the Summer Reading program with a fun kick-off party for kids!

Summer Reading Kick Off

All Day
Onsite (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Get ready for a summer of fun, creativity, and community! Sign up for Summer Reading and explore our passive events happening throughout the library.

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

Get ready for a summer of fun, creativity, and community! Sign up for Summer Reading and explore our passive events happening throughout the library.

Artist Take-Home Kit

All Day 6/2 - 6/6
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Take home a new kit every week to learn about a new artist and get inspiration for your own creations!Available while supplies last. First come, first served.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Take home a new kit every week to learn about a new artist and get inspiration for your own creations!

Available while supplies last. First come, first served.

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.

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.

Take Home Kit- Pipe Cleaner Dragonflies

06/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/07/2025 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

The Pipe Cleaner Dragonflies Take-Home Kit is a fun, hands-on craft activity for all ages! This kit includes everything you need to create your own colorful dragonflies using vibra...

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

The Pipe Cleaner Dragonflies Take-Home Kit is a fun, hands-on craft activity for all ages! This kit includes everything you need to create your own colorful dragonflies using vibrant pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and simple instructions.

Summer Creations - Circles, Triangles, Squares, Oh My!

06/02/2025 @ 10:00am to 06/07/2025 @ 5:00pm
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 arts themed craft! This week challenges your imagination. What can you create using the most basic of shapes? B...

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 arts themed craft! This week challenges your imagination. What can you create using the most basic of shapes? Build, rearrange, and re-imagine how shapes make up our world!

Summer Reading Kickoff!

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join the Ralph Ellison staff for a fun and creative kickoff party to Summer Reading! Create colorful art, play games, and help color your library for this year's Summer Reading the...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join the Ralph Ellison staff for a fun and creative kickoff party to Summer Reading! Create colorful art, play games, and help color your library for this year's Summer Reading theme!

Summer Reading Kickoff Bash!

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Kick Off Your Most Colorful Summer Yet at the Library!Get ready to dive into a summer full of fun, creativity, and community! Join us at the Almonte Library for our annual Summer R...

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Kick Off Your Most Colorful Summer Yet at the Library!

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. 

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

waterfall and rock formation at sunset

Wanderlust Travel Series: Natural Wonders of the World

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 1: The Natural Wonders of the World.Join in with us on this magical...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Love to travel, explore, and feed your wanderlust here at the library! Join us in our summer travel series: Part 1: The Natural Wonders of the World.

Juneteenth Celebration Take-Home Kit

All Day 6/3 - 6/18
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is just around the corner! This vibrant American holiday, celebrated each year on June 19th, marks the day the last enslaved African American...

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

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is just around the corner!

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).

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
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!

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, 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: 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!

Color Our World : Kids with OKCMOA

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in a craft related to the museum's collection. 

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in a craft related to the museum's collection. 

Two rubber ducks on a striped background

Rubber Duckie Fashion Show

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you love fashion and do you love cute little rubber ducks? Let's combine the two!Adopt a rubber duck and make a cosplay costume for it using paint, fabric, and other craft suppl...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Do you love fashion and do you love cute little rubber ducks? Let's combine the two!

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. 

Cosplay for Beginners

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about cosplay in this five part series!

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Learn about cosplay in this five part series!

Drawing Dynamic Anatomy with Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Eric of Literati Press and JEO Creations is leading a discussion and workshop on how to draw and render “Dynamic Anatomy” as influenced by masters such as Burne Hogarth, Time Sale,...

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

Eric of Literati Press and JEO Creations is leading a discussion and workshop on how to draw and render “Dynamic Anatomy” as influenced by masters such as Burne Hogarth, Time Sale, Jack Kirby, Mark Silvestri and more!