Name: Intro to Foraging
Start: 2025-04-05T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-05T12:30:00-05:00
Location: Belle Isle Library

Intro to Foraging

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Come discover the joys of foraging and take the first step toward becoming a confident forager!Join us for an engaging foraging class with Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outd...

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Come discover the joys of foraging and take the first step toward becoming a confident forager!

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.

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Meal With Paws

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Everyone is welcome to a free dinner provided by Kanoa Rescue Foundation! Take a moment to share a meal with us and relax with some friendly therapy dogs. We'll also be providing f...

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Onsite (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Everyone is welcome to a free dinner provided by Kanoa Rescue Foundation! Take a moment to share a meal with us and relax with some friendly therapy dogs. We'll also be providing free dog food baggies to take home to your furry family members.

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.

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

Still Growing: Gardening Class for Adults

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Adults

Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-...

Required

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-home kit.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters! This outdoor event will take you on an exciting expedition to spot local birds, bugs, repti...

Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Earth Day for All! Seed Balls and Rock Painting

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Outdoors (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Celebrate Earth Day and support our pollinators by spreading the joy of flowers! All ages are welcome to come by this outdoor drop-in event to make your own seed ball to take home ...

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Outdoors (Edmond)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Event Description:

Celebrate Earth Day and support our pollinators by spreading the joy of flowers! All ages are welcome to come by this outdoor drop-in event to make your own seed ball to take home and paint a rock to add to the library's garden!

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.

StoryWalk® at Martin Nature Park - Passive Program

All Day 5/7 - 5/11

Offsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library

Program Type:

Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Make your way to Martin Nature Park and enjoy a StoryWalk® from your local library. Take in the scenery, help the park celebrate their anniversary, and share in a story! The book “...

Library Branch: Northwest Library

Room: Offsite (Northwest)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Make your way to Martin Nature Park and enjoy a StoryWalk® from your local library. Take in the scenery, help the park celebrate their anniversary, and share in a story!

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Tree-t Yourself! Tree Identification for Adults

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Adults

Event Description:

Do you dabble in botany but want to branch out? Learn how to identify your local trees with the City of Edmond's Urban Forester and ISA Certified arborist Leigh Martin. We will sta...

Required

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Description:

Do you dabble in botany but want to branch out? Learn how to identify your local trees with the City of Edmond's Urban Forester and ISA Certified arborist Leigh Martin.

CANCELLED: Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technol...

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.

CANCELLED: Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technol...

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.

Still Growing: Gardening Class for Adults

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Adults

Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-...

Required

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Description:

Still Growing is a library program for adults, with all levels of prior gardening experience! Join us at the Downtown Library each month for a hands-on plant workshop or take-home kit.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters! This outdoor event will take you on an exciting expedition to spot local birds, bugs, repti...

Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Giac Quang Lion Dance

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Outdoors (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join us as we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Giac Quang Lion Dancers. This family-friendly event is open to all! Don’t miss thi...

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Outdoors (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Join us as we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Giac Quang Lion Dancers.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting. Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks. Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair. Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation.

Tree-t Yourself Part 2! Tree Identification at Mitch Park

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite - Adult (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Adults

Event Description:

If you enjoyed our first tree identification class, please join us at Mitch Park for part two! Learn how to identify a variety of trees with the City of Edmond's Urban Forester and...

Required

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Offsite - Adult (Edmond)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Description:

If you enjoyed our first tree identification class, please join us at Mitch Park for part two! Learn how to identify a variety of trees with the City of Edmond's Urban Forester and ISA Certified arborist Leigh Martin.

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

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 ...

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

Pet Food Pantry

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. ...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Tornado Alley Disc Dogs!

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Outdoors (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Live Performances & Entertainment, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

Kids

Event Description:

Come check out an awesome dog show! The Tornado Alley Disc Dogs are made up of an amazing group of talented dogs who travel throughout the United States doing demonstrations, ...

Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Outdoors (Edmond)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Come check out an awesome dog show! The Tornado Alley Disc Dogs are made up of an amazing group of talented dogs who travel throughout the United States doing demonstrations, seminars, and competitions.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters! This outdoor event will take you on an exciting expedition to spot local birds, bugs, repti...

Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Color Our World with Pinwheels Take Home Kit

All Day 6/23 - 6/30

Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Event Description:

Proudly display your creative genius in your yard with these Jumbo Pinwheels! Learn how the breeze brings these colorful crafts to life and explore the science behind wind power.Wh...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Proudly display your creative genius in your yard with these Jumbo Pinwheels! Learn how the breeze brings these colorful crafts to life and explore the science behind wind power.

What You'll Do:

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.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters! This outdoor event will take you on an exciting expedition to spot local birds, bugs, repti...

Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

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