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Wildlife Walks

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters! This outdoor event will take you on an exciting expedition to spot local birds, bugs, repti...

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

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

&Juliet

Dance like Juliet

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us for a dance class inspired by the pop music and choreography of &Juliet! LaKeysta Goree, director of IMPACT Performing Arts Company here in Edmond, will teach...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Join us for a dance class inspired by the pop music and choreography of &Juliet!

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest Awards Ceremony

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of pe...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

Art Jam Flyer

Art Jam

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Prepare yourself to create some art! We'll have a slideshow of some modern and classic children's book illustration, and point you toward tutorials on the techniques used. Art supp...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Description:

Prepare yourself to create some art! We'll have a slideshow of some modern and classic children's book illustration, and point you toward tutorials on the techniques used.

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Spice Chronicles Ch 4: Shichimi Togarashi

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes. Embark on a culinary...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

April Creative Writing Chapbook

04/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2025 @ 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 creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthe...

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

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
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 experience ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, 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. 

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Spice Chronicles Ch 4: Shichimi Togarashi

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes. Embark on a culinary...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

Earth Day 2025: Free Trees for Kids!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! To get a free tree for your kid(s) for Earth Day, first visit our Luther Library Ne...

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

Earth Day 2025: Kids Get a Free Tree!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (The Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! To get a free tree for your kid(s) for Earth Day, first visit our Village Library N...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day! 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Maker Tuesday

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
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: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

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

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

After School Games

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Join us for an hour of video games after school!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Join us for an hour of video games after school!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Crafty Chapters: Hands-On with Your Favorite Genres

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Come along with us as we explore your favorite genres through crafts and activities!This month, we're looking at mystery!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come along with us as we explore your favorite genres through crafts and activities!

This month, we're looking at mystery!

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Anime Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, ...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Anime Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, take home cool stuff like Asian snacks and crafts!

Logo for Pink Pony Club, featuring a pony with rainbow mane wearing a pink cowboy hat

Pink Pony Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Guys, Gals, and Nonbinary Pals, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies! We'...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Guys, Gals, and Nonbinary Pals, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies!

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

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.

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Chinese Culture Symbols

Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit

04/25/2025 @ 10:00am to 05/04/2025 @ 4:00pm
Online (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound. Learn to wr...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound.

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!

CANCELLED: Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Death at the Derby: A Murder Mystery

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

It's Spring and that can only mean one thing!  The Run for the Roses...Before you can see the end to the finish line, disaster strikes in this place of wealth and society's el...

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Description:

It's Spring and that can only mean one thing!  The Run for the Roses...Before you can see the end to the finish line, disaster strikes in this place of wealth and society's elite.

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