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

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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.

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

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

Preschool Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join us with your preschooler as we play with arts and crafts. Projects are process based and are designed to help kids with their fine motor skills, self expression, and many other valuable concepts. Don't put your little ones in cute clothes!

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

STEM Club - Milk Plastic

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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

Playtime (Birth-PreK)

10:30am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Inspyral Circus "Hooplahoma"

10:30am - 11:15am
All Ages, Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join performance artist Chelsea Parks in this interactive program all about Circus Art!

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.

Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Feeding Program

11:00am - 1:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children up to the age of 18 years can receive a free, nutritious meal and snack every Monday and Friday from June 2 - July 28 (except July 4). 

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.

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

SUMMER MEAL

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.

Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

1:00pm - 1:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Offsite (Harrah)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Get ready to 'Color Our World' with Alegria Real! Join the magical Mermaid Candy Sparkles and charismatic Captain Coconut on a journey through the vibrant sounds of Brazil.

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.

Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Welcome to the Warr Acres Library English Conversation Club! Come practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and relaxed setting. ESL learners of all skills are encouraged to attend.

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

Neighborhood Arts: Inspyral Circus "Hooplahoma"

2:00pm - 2:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join performance artist Chelsea Parks in this interactive program all about Circus Art!

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.

YOGA FOR KIDS

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate the joys of summer with our Kids Yoga program! Designed by Taylor Conner, an OSU Extension Office Family & Consumer Science Educator, this exciting weekly yoga session is perfect for kids!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Color Your Canvas

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
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.

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Kids Coding Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens
Choctaw Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its' own set of challenges. From coding, robotics, building and more...join us and find out what the next challenge may be!

Come join us this June and July as we use Fiero.com to learn different coding languages! Guests will have the chance to learn HTML, SQL, Javascript, Python, or even just coding basics using drag and drop coding.

Open to ages 9-18

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

STEM Club - Milk Plastic

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Rocket Readers

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Help improve your child's reading skills with one-on-one reading help for kids ages 5-12! Students will be paired with volunteers for 30 minute sessions to work on reading and comprehension skills.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Introduction to the Orchestra, Feat. "Peter and the Wolf"

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come hear a performance of the ever-popular children's classic "Peter and the Wolf". This piece acts as a brief tutorial on many of the most common orchestral instruments and acts as a great way to introduce the instruments and orchestra.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bad Art Night: Patriotic Painting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

This month's Bad Art Night will feature a patriotic painting to celebrate the upcoming 4th of July holiday. No talent required!

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

Color Your World: Growing Your Visual Library

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

In this class, led by artist Alex Myers, we will combine silhouette drawing with color theory to create beautiful watercolor botanicals!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Spin Art with Kara Gardner

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a new take on creativity: SPIN ART! Local artist Kara Gardner will demonstrate techniques and tips to master this art form and you will leave with a cherished keepsake.

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

Evening Story Time

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, games, and activities that encourage language development and promote positive attitudes about reading and learning!

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

Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Web Developer Bootcamp with Fiero Learning!

Come learn CSS, Javascript, HTML and more at this weekly class offered at the Choctaw Library!

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

Color Our World - June STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 6/24 - 6/28
Kids, Teens
Wright Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

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.

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!

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