TEMPORARY CLOSURE:

The Almonte Library will be closed Sat., 5/4 through Tue., 5/14, to prepare for their grand reopening in their new building on Wed., 5/15 at 10 AM.

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May Flowers Take-Home-Kit!

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Do April showers really bring May flowers?  Explore your creative side by creating your own tissue paper flower template with this take home kit. 

Ages 3 and up. 

Kits available while supplies last.

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.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
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.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
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.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
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.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
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.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Choctaw Library
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 Boxes

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

May Mindfulness Journal

05/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/25/2024 @ 5:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Community Room

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM

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.

Struggle Well at Work: A Discussion with Author Michael Dickerson

11:00am - 12:00pm
Bethany Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Description:

Struggle Well at Work: Positive Mental Health Strategies for a Flourishing Workforce by Author Michael Dickerson

 

Star Wars Day: Trivia

11:30am - 12:30pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Onsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Description:

As part of Star Wars Day at Belle Isle Library flex your Star Wars knowledge.

Create a Colorful Clay Trinket Tray Using Air Dry Clay

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

You will create, and design your Air-Dry Clay Trinket Tray Saturday, May 4th.

Star Wars Day: Escape Room

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Star Wars themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Anime Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Description:

Teens! Join us as we explore the exciting world of Japanese animation. Each month, we will view an episode of a different genre of anime, followed by discussion. Love manga, K-pop, K-dramas, or any other aspect of Asian pop culture?

Guided Acrylic Painting: Tulips

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting of some beautiful tulips in a pair of rain boots. You will leave with a completed painting.

Star Wars Day: Escape Room

2:45pm - 3:15pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Star Wars themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Star Wars Day: Escape Room

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Belle Isle Library is hosting a Star Wars themed escape room. Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and puzzles to escape the room before the time is up? The room is timed for 25 minutes and you must register to choose your session.

Creative Writing Sunday

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Coding Club: Homeschool Edition

11:00am - 12:00pm
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

It's Coding Club Homeschool Edition!

Quilting & Crafting

11:00am - 2:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Maker Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event.

Anime and Manga Club

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Come hang out in the Asian Culture Club and make new friends and learn new things! Plus, take home cool stuff like Asian snacks and crafts!