Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
Location
Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Butterfly Quilling

Saturday, June 7, 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:
Teens, Adults
:

Learn to Quill a Beautiful and Colorful Butterfly!

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Learn to Quill a Beautiful and Colorful Butterfly!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

All Ages Storytime with ASL Interpretation

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parent

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parent

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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Preschool Paint & Play

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Wiggly Workshop- Color Discovery Lab

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

Join us for a Saturday Morning Workshop, where we will encourage your little scientist to explore the world of color! What happens when to colors collide? Do liquids and solids mix differently?

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Saturday Morning Workshop, where we will encourage your little scientist to explore the world of color! What happens when to colors collide? Do liquids and solids mix differently?

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Author Visit: Ghazi Rayan MD

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us in celebrating National Immigration Heritage Month with a presentation by author Dr. Ghazi Rayan, a first-generation immigrant American orthopedic surgeon.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating National Immigration Heritage Month with a presentation by author Dr. Ghazi Rayan, a first-generation immigrant American orthopedic surgeon.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

June Origami Challenge Take-Home Kit

06/07/2025 @ 12:00pm to 06/15/2025 @ 12:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

Origami Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. (June 7-June 15)

No Registration Required.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Origami Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. (June 7-June 15)

No Registration Required.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Comfortable Camping Matinee

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Kids
:

Please join us for a family-friendly movie day with a focus on the outdoors on Saturday afternoon, in partnership with The Village Arts Association from 1-3 PM. Kiddos are encouraged to bring bean bag chairs and sleeping bags to immerse thems

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Please join us for a family-friendly movie day with a focus on the outdoors on Saturday afternoon, in partnership with The Village Arts Association from 1-3 PM. Kiddos are encouraged to bring bean bag chairs and sleeping bags to immerse thems

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

SUMMER STEM-Hydraulic Robots

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Hydraulic Powered Judo Robot 

Here’s your opportunity to build a robot with four hydraulically powered moving parts.

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Hydraulic Powered Judo Robot 

Here’s your opportunity to build a robot with four hydraulically powered moving parts.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Sugar Free Allstars

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Our World : Adults with OKCMOA

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Larry "the Snake Guy"

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
:

In this program, long-time snake enthusiast and expert, Larry Daniel, invites the audience to engage in an open discussion about snakes.

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

In this program, long-time snake enthusiast and expert, Larry Daniel, invites the audience to engage in an open discussion about snakes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Colorful Guitar

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a rockin' guitar against a rainbow background. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a rockin' guitar against a rainbow background. You will leave with a completed painting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Escaping the Artist's Attic with Science Museum of Oklahoma

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
:

Time is ticking, and there are cryptic secrets to decipher before The Artist’s unearthly lair consumes you! Every corner of his attic holds clues, but it will take quick thinking and coordinated teamwork to piece them together and escape.

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Time is ticking, and there are cryptic secrets to decipher before The Artist’s unearthly lair consumes you! Every corner of his attic holds clues, but it will take quick thinking and coordinated teamwork to piece them together and escape.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Honor Song Community Art Tapestry

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Join us for a community art event inspired by the exhibit, Honor Song. Honor Song was created by Edgar Heap of Birds at Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum and is currently on display through Aug. 

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for a community art event inspired by the exhibit, Honor Song. Honor Song was created by Edgar Heap of Birds at Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum and is currently on display through Aug. 

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 event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Writers Room

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Writing
Age Group:
Adults
:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Color Our World : Kids with OKCMOA

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
:

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

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

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lego Block Party

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Build It!

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
:

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo blocks? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Storytime Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo blocks? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Page Turners

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our genre book club is for you!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Puzzled

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Take a moment to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of puzzling with a fun, collaborative puzzling event! We'll have a variety of jigsaw puzzles, perfect for all skill levels, and a selection of beverages to fuel your brainpower.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Take a moment to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of puzzling with a fun, collaborative puzzling event! We'll have a variety of jigsaw puzzles, perfect for all skill levels, and a selection of beverages to fuel your brainpower.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game On! Adult Game Day

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
:

Step into an afternoon of fun at the library! Perfect for adult game lovers, this free event promises giggles, friendly competition, and quality time with family and friends.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Step into an afternoon of fun at the library! Perfect for adult game lovers, this free event promises giggles, friendly competition, and quality time with family and friends.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Puzzle Swap

Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Clear out your puzzle stash and discover hidden gems! Drop in with your gently used puzzles and swap them for new-to-you finds! A perfect way to refresh your puzzle collection. All sizes and styles welcome.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Clear out your puzzle stash and discover hidden gems! Drop in with your gently used puzzles and swap them for new-to-you finds! A perfect way to refresh your puzzle collection. All sizes and styles welcome.