Name: Chess Club
Start: 2025-05-30T16:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-05-30T17:30:00-05:00
Location: The Village Library

Chess Club

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library

Program Type:

Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Library Branch: The Village Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Southern Oaks Chess Club

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

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Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

Required

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Description:

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

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Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Seed Library

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am

Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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The ground is warming and the daylight hours are lengthening. Get those warm season seeds in the ground! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too! Visit our seed library today.

Library Branch: Jones Library

Room: Passive Program (Jones)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness

Event Description:

The ground is warming and the daylight hours are lengthening. Get those warm season seeds in the ground! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too! Visit our seed library today.

Bubble Party

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Birth-PreK

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“Pop” on over to the Northwest Library for a bubble-tastic party! Not only will it be a blast, but your little one will also work on fine and gross motor skills while exploring early STEM concepts.

Required

Library Branch: Northwest Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Event Description:

“Pop” on over to the Northwest Library for a bubble-tastic party! Not only will it be a blast, but your little one will also work on fine and gross motor skills while exploring early STEM concepts.

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.

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 Our Library! Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Outdoors (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids

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Join us at the library for a colorful celebration to kick off the Summer Reading Program! 🌈🎨 Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning of creative activities, including chalk art, vibrant bubbles, painting, and lively music.

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Outdoors (Edmond)

Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Family Programs

Event Description:

Join us at the library for a colorful celebration to kick off the Summer Reading Program! 🌈🎨 Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning of creative activities, including chalk art, vibrant bubbles, painting, and lively music.

D&D Dragon

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

Adults

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Embark on an epic adventure in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Whether you’re new to the world of tabletop role playing games or just curious about the game, all are welcome to join.

Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Required

Seats Remaining: 4

Event Description:

Embark on an epic adventure in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Whether you’re new to the world of tabletop role playing games or just curious about the game, all are welcome to join.

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

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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.

Saturday Morning Storytime

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Birth-PreK

:

Join us for a lively Saturday Morning Storytime at the Ralph Ellison Library, a fun-filled 30-minute session designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 1-5!

Required

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Description:

Join us for a lively Saturday Morning Storytime at the Ralph Ellison Library, a fun-filled 30-minute session designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 1-5!

Library Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library

Program Type:

Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

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Library Branch: Jones Library

Room: Passive Program (Jones)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Games & Gaming

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

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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!

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!

Special Memories Scan-a-Thon

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library

Program Type:

Computers & Technology

Age Group:

Adults

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Genealogists from Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections archive will be visiting and bringing their scanners to help you record your cherished photos, keepsakes, and documents.

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology

Event Description:

Genealogists from Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections archive will be visiting and bringing their scanners to help you record your cherished photos, keepsakes, and documents.

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.

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

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

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.

CANCELLED Magic the Gathering for Beginners

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library

Program Type:

Games & Gaming

Age Group:

Kids, Teens

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Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed.

Cancelled

Required

Cancelled

Library Branch: Del City Library

Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)

Age Group: Kids, Teens

Program Type: Games & Gaming

Event Description:

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed.

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.

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

:

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.

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

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day

Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Teen Book Bag

All Day 6/1 - 6/7

Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Teens

:

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians.

Required

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit

Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Description:

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians.

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!

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

:

🎉 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! 🏃‍♀️💨

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.

Summer Fun Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/1 - 6/17

Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

:

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for some summer fun! 🌞🎉
Participate in our Scavenger Hunt all month long in June and earn a fun, themed eraser* as a reward! 🖊️🔍

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Games & Gaming

Event Description:

Come join Ralph Ellison Library for some summer fun! 🌞🎉
Participate in our Scavenger Hunt all month long in June and earn a fun, themed eraser* as a reward! 🖊️🔍

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.

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

LGBTQ+ Art Showcase

All Day 6/1 - 6/18

Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits

Age Group:

All Ages

:

We're celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ artists in the month of June! Enjoy our exhibition from local artists and creators on display in Philomathea Hall.

Submit your art by May 3: tinyurl.com/LGBTQArtShowForm

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Onsite (Downtown)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits

Event Description:

We're celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ artists in the month of June! Enjoy our exhibition from local artists and creators on display in Philomathea Hall.

Submit your art by May 3: tinyurl.com/LGBTQArtShowForm

Summer Reading Journal

All Day 6/1 - 6/18

Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

:

Track and reflect on your COLORFUL reading journey this summer with our Summer Reading Journal! We've got pages for you to rate and review your books and track your progress toward your reading goals. Stuck in a reading rut?

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing

Event Description:

Track and reflect on your COLORFUL reading journey this summer with our Summer Reading Journal! We've got pages for you to rate and review your books and track your progress toward your reading goals. Stuck in a reading rut?

Juneteenth Display

06/01/2025 @ 8:30am to 06/18/2025 @ 8:30pm

Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library

Program Type:

Displays & Exhibits

Age Group:

All Ages

:

Come and learn about the origins of Juneteenth, including the spreading of the Emancipation Proclamation and Black culture.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Displays & Exhibits

Event Description:

Come and learn about the origins of Juneteenth, including the spreading of the Emancipation Proclamation and Black culture.

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

:

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!

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

:

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!

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: 15

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.

Attention:

All libraries will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for Easter.

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