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The Book Drop - Teen Subscription Box

The Book Drop - Teen Book Box

All Day
Online (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online (Del City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Sign up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) YA book and tons of fun bookish goodies! Pick up your personalized book box the first Friday of every month. Register below to get started.

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!

Teen Advisory Board

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see.&n...

Event Description:

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Let your voice be heard! Make new friends and give back to your community as you advise the library on what's important to you and what teen programs you'd like to see. Join other teens and collaborate on creative program and display ideas. Learn about how your library works from the inside and find out about volunteer opportunities for service hours.

No registration required - we'll get you signed up when you arrive!

American Girl Book Club

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Be a part of history! The American Girl Book Club, based on the historical doll series, meets the first Friday of every month September-December. Each session will focus around ...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (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.

Come learn a fun and easy way to create an Air-Dry Clay Lady Figurine.

Air-Dry Clay Lady Figurine Creations

Saturday, October 5, 2024 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 Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine. In Session Two, af...

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: 20
Event Description:

Come Learn a Fun and Easy Way to Create an Air-Dry Clay Figurine Holding Flowers. This will be a two session program. In Session One we will create the figurine.

Learn to Knit: Baby Hats

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat. (If you don't have a baby in your life who needs a hat, we will be collecting fini...

Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Do you want to learn to knit? In this program we will learn the skills needed to make a baby hat.

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.

Clay Ghosts

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own clay ghost sculptures!

Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Do you enjoy DIY projects? If so, join us at the Choctaw Library where you will create your own clay ghost sculptures!

Dinosaur statue

Dino Day

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together.  1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM  

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

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

Crochet and Knit Club Logo

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! We welcome yarn artists of all ages, crocheters and knitters alike!  Do you not have a project yet? We have supplies to get you started! W...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

Peep

Peep Dioramas

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Peeps, Who has the Peeps! We do, here at the Southern Oaks Library. Join us as we create Halloween Peep Diorama! Peeps and other supplies provided. Family fun building a diora...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Peeps, Who has the Peeps! We do, here at the Southern Oaks Library. Join us as we create Halloween Peep Diorama! Peeps and other supplies provided. Family fun building a diorama together!

Register now for some Peepy Fun!

Power Hack! Advanced Coding Club

Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition. Our hackers have asked to move forward from block codin...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Power Hack is back and better than ever!! This Edmond Library favorite returns this fall in a very special ADVANCED edition.

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

Pile of LEGO blocks

LEGO Club (Ages 5-12)

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Please join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 4:30PM for LEGO Club. Use your imagination and create your own design or participate in our monthly construction challenge. We s...

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Please join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 4:30PM for LEGO Club. Use your imagination and create your own design or participate in our monthly construction challenge. We supply the LEGO blocks, you bring the creativity. 

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. 

Maker Tuesday

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
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: Arts & Crafts, Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

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

Trading Card Game Night

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
knitting hands

New Knitters

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community.

Mindful Skills for Relaxation Special Event – Crochet - Follow-on

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

This is an extenuation of the crochet program so that guests can complete their creations.

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

This is an extenuation of the crochet program so that guests can complete their creations.

TeenTober at Southern Oaks: Post-It Poetry

All Day 10/9 - 10/13
Teen Area (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Have a poem you just need to get out? Share it with the world while celebrating TeenTober! We'll provide the sticky notes and pins, you bring your creativity!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Have a poem you just need to get out? Share it with the world while celebrating TeenTober! We'll provide the sticky notes and pins, you bring your creativity!

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

Halloween Slime

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

What time is it? Slime time!! We will be making a fun Halloween themed slime that will get you ready for the holiday. It's going to be spook- tastic!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

What time is it? Slime time!! We will be making a fun Halloween themed slime that will get you ready for the holiday. It's going to be spook- tastic!

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

Maker Meetup

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest. Show off your project...

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

Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest.

D&D for Beginners

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited t...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person every other Wednesday August 14th- November 20th.

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.

Cookie Flyer

Foodie Fun: Cookie Swap

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for this installment of Foodie Fun: The Cookie Swap Check out a cookbook from the library's collection and select a cookie recipe. Bake 2 dozen of the cookie r...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us for this installment of Foodie Fun: The Cookie Swap

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.

Humans vs. Zombies

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Similar to tag, Humans v Zombies is an interactive game where zombies attempt to decimate the human population. Everyone is equipped with a nerf gun except for the couple of "zombi...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Similar to tag, Humans v Zombies is an interactive game where zombies attempt to decimate the human population. Everyone is equipped with a nerf gun except for the couple of "zombies" to start off the game.

Small pumpkins

Pumpkin Painting Party

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Description:

It's SpoOooOkY Halloween! Join the Ralph Ellison Library in celebrating at the Pumpkin Painting Party! Small pumpkins and paint supplies will be provided by the library.

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

It's SpoOooOkY Halloween! Join the Ralph Ellison Library in celebrating at the Pumpkin Painting Party! Small pumpkins and paint supplies will be provided by the library.

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. 

Pintura y Bebidas: Paint and Sip for Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us on October 10th at the Downtown Library for an evening of painting, cultural immersion, and relaxation as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month with local artist Esther Velasco! Sip on refreshing non-alcoholic beverages provided by the library and let your creativity flourish. There will be two sessions. One session will be from 6:00pm-7:00pm, and the other session will be from 7:00pm-8:00pm.

Pintura y Bebidas: Paint & Sip for Hispanic Heritage Month

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of painting, cultural immersion, and relaxation as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month with local artist Esther Velasco! Sip on refreshing non-alcoholic be...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us for an evening of painting, cultural immersion, and relaxation as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month with local artist Esther Velasco!

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!