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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!

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!

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 28, 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. 

Pokemon Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

Special Program for National Poetry Month: Pick Up Your Name and Write Your Poetry

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Special Program for National Poetry Month: Pick Up Your Name and Write Your Poetry Join biographer Betty Blanks as she shares some of Wilma McDaniel's poetry and her story of movi...

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Special Program for National Poetry Month: Pick Up Your Name and Write Your Poetry

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!

Maker Tuesday

Tuesday, April 29, 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!

Pick Up Your Name and Write Your Poetry

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join biographer Betty Blanks as she shares some of Wilma McDaniel's poetry, and her story moving from Oklahoma to California during the Dust Bowl. Later OSU Oral History Professor ...

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Writing
Event Description:

Join biographer Betty Blanks as she shares some of Wilma McDaniel's poetry, and her story moving from Oklahoma to California during the Dust Bowl.

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm
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!

Anime Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime. Each month will...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! We'll start off with a Japanese-inspired craft and then watch three episodes of a popular anime.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Thursday, May 1, 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.

"In collaboration with The Village Arts Association, Movies on the Green" floats over a starry sky. On a movie theater marquee are the words "Movie Title To be announced- Family Friendly." Below is a field of grass; a transparent bubble with the words "Free Admission" sits on it, and the words "Popcorn and Beverages available for purchase" to the right. Finally at the bottom is the Metro logo and the address of The Village Library.

Movies on The Green

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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 7-9 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 7-9 PM. 

A Hawaiian girl puts a lei on a younger girl.

American Girl Book Club

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (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.

"Free Comic Book Day"

Free Comic Book Day Event!

All Day
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Free Comic Book Day is celebrated the first Saturday of May. Visit the Southern Oaks Library for fun and free comic books donated from the Free Comic Book Day foundation and our lo...

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Free Comic Book Day is celebrated the first Saturday of May. Visit the Southern Oaks Library for fun and free comic books donated from the Free Comic Book Day foundation and our local Comic Book Store Atomik Pop!. 

Learn the Art of Suminagashi

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come Create Beautiful One-of-a-Kind Print Designs Using Floating Inks on Water.LEARN the ART of SUMINAGASHIAges 8 and up.

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Come Create Beautiful One-of-a-Kind Print Designs Using Floating Inks on Water.

LEARN the ART of SUMINAGASHI

Ages 8 and up.

Stories in Motion: A Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Entire 4th Floor at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Stories in Motion, a vibrant celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture!Kick off AAPI Heritage Month with an exciting lin...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Entire 4th Floor
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Stories in Motion, a vibrant celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture!

Lion Dance

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

The Hưng Việt Dragon and Lion Dance Association will bring vibrant lion dances to life this May in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. With dazzling costumes and high-energy perfor...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

The Hưng Việt Dragon and Lion Dance Association will bring vibrant lion dances to life this May in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month.

The Art of Philippine Weaving with KAPWA OKC

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Come and learn about the forms of Philippine textile weaves and their significance to Philippine culture. Participants will be able to make a paper weaving (ages 5-12) or a fabric ...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Come and learn about the forms of Philippine textile weaves and their significance to Philippine culture.

Design Your Own Flag Take Home Kit

All Day 5/5 - 5/12
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to design a flag? Have you ever wondered what symbols and colors mean on some of your favorite flags? Wave on into Ralph Ellison library and pick up a design y...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to design a flag? Have you ever wondered what symbols and colors mean on some of your favorite flags? Wave on into Ralph Ellison library and pick up a design your own flag take home kit.

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime

Monday, May 5, 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. 

Fireplace

Homeschool Parent Chats by the Fireplace

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

These encouraging sessions for both current and prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 3 pm next to the Warr Acres Fireplace.  These sessi...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

These encouraging sessions for both current and prospective homeschool parents will meet the first Monday of every month at 3 pm next to the Warr Acres Fireplace.

Hues on First Art Club: Tiny Art

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us each month on the FIRST Monday at the Edmond Library on FIRST Street to add colorful HUES to an art project focusing on an artist, technique or medium. This program is...

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

Join us each month on the FIRST Monday at the Edmond Library on FIRST Street to add colorful HUES to an art project focusing on an artist, technique or medium. 

Take-Home Tuesday: Chi Chi Dango

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake that has been part of Japanese culture since ancient times. Not only is it a sweet treat, but it's also associated with ceremonies, festiv...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake that has been part of Japanese culture since ancient times. Not only is it a sweet treat, but it's also associated with ceremonies, festivals, and good fortune.

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.

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!