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

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Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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 "All Ages" group.

Larry "the Snake Guy"

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village 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.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
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 "Kids" group.

Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This presentation focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Caring Van Visit

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Outdoors (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages
:

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Outdoors (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

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.

Story & Craft: Faux Stained Glass Art

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
:

Color our world by letting your creativity soar! Enjoy a captivating story and then get creative by crafting your very own faux stained glass masterpiece from markers, plastic, and aluminum foil.

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Color our world by letting your creativity soar! Enjoy a captivating story and then get creative by crafting your very own faux stained glass masterpiece from markers, plastic, and aluminum foil.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Make Your Own Comic Strip

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Participants will learn the process of creating a comic strip with characters, story ideas, and layouts. Been a longtime fan of favorites like Peanuts, Garfield, and Calvin & Hobbes? Now you can make your own! 

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Participants will learn the process of creating a comic strip with characters, story ideas, and layouts. Been a longtime fan of favorites like Peanuts, Garfield, and Calvin & Hobbes? Now you can make your own! 

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 "Kids" group.

Make a Comic Book Character

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
:

We all love comic book characters, from Superman to Dog Man. Now kids can learn to make their own characters and practice sketching them to put them into stories! 

Presented by Jeff Provine of the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

We all love comic book characters, from Superman to Dog Man. Now kids can learn to make their own characters and practice sketching them to put them into stories! 

Presented by Jeff Provine of the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Rainbow of Rocks! at EmpowerOKC

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Offsite (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Offsite (Wright)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

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 "All Ages" group.

Balloon Art for Beginners

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Join our local Bricktown clowns as we learn the basics of balloon art.  Animals & beyond! 

Required
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join our local Bricktown clowns as we learn the basics of balloon art.  Animals & beyond! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Science in Storytelling with Science Museum Oklahoma

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join Science Museum Oklahoma for discussion and hands-on demonstration to explore how color informs emotion and narrative.

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join Science Museum Oklahoma for discussion and hands-on demonstration to explore how color informs emotion and narrative.

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 "Kids" group.

Colorful Science Experiments (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
:

Explore the world of color through exciting, hands-on science experiments. We might get a little messy, so dress appropriately. 

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Explore the world of color through exciting, hands-on science experiments. We might get a little messy, so dress appropriately. 

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.

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

Community Printmaking Project

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Be part of a collaborative art experience celebrating the timeless craft of relief printmaking! In this hands-on program, participants will carve, ink, and print their own designs, contributing to a larger community tapestry.

Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Be part of a collaborative art experience celebrating the timeless craft of relief printmaking! In this hands-on program, participants will carve, ink, and print their own designs, contributing to a larger community tapestry.

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.

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

Fiber Arts Club

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

The Art of Philippine Weaving - Teens/Adults

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

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 Your Canvas

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a fun and relaxing guided painting experience! Our skilled instructor will walk you through creating your own masterpiece step by step, even if you've never picked up a paintbrush before.

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

Join us for a fun and relaxing guided painting experience! Our skilled instructor will walk you through creating your own masterpiece step by step, even if you've never picked up a paintbrush before.

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

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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.

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

Oklahoma's elite hip hop, breaking & streetdance educators, known for creating "pop up" streetdance sessions around OKC: Enjoy a streetdance showcase from the LA to OKC duo, Alfonso "Finest" & Bboy OkcDellt.

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

Oklahoma's elite hip hop, breaking & streetdance educators, known for creating "pop up" streetdance sessions around OKC: Enjoy a streetdance showcase from the LA to OKC duo, Alfonso "Finest" & Bboy OkcDellt.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
:

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Way Fun Wednesday: Pretend Playhouse

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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.

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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.

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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

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

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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.

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
:

Join us  as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Join us  as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

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