Attention:

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

All libraries will be closed on Sunday, April 20, for Easter.

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Library Helpers (Ages 7-10)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Hey kids, come show your love for the library and join "Library Helpers." We will meet every other month to work on art projects to decorate the library, make bookmarks and/or greeting cards for the community, and talk about all the great books th

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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Neighborhood Arts: Alegria Real

3:00pm - 3:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
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 "Kids" group.

Superbug Squad - Understanding Antibiotic Resistance

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

This presentation introduces germs and discusses the difference between bacteria and viruses.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

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

Coffee for the Community

9:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime (Birth-PreK)

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Shelf Watch Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

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

Butterfly Quilling

10:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Learn to Quill a Beautiful and Colorful Butterfly!

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

All Ages Storytime with ASL Interpretation

10:30am - 11:45am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parent

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.

Preschool Paint & Play

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

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.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Wiggly Workshop- Color Discovery Lab

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Saturday Morning Workshop, where we will encourage your little scientist to explore the world of color! What happens when to colors collide? Do liquids and solids mix differently?

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 "Adults" group.

Author Visit: Ghazi Rayan MD

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us in celebrating National Immigration Heritage Month with a presentation by author Dr. Ghazi Rayan, a first-generation immigrant American orthopedic surgeon.

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

June Origami Challenge Take-Home Kit

06/07/2025 @ 12:00pm - 06/15/2025 @ 12:15pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Origami Take Home Kit

Kit includes step-by-step instructions and origami paper. 

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last. (June 7-June 15)

No Registration Required.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Comfortable Camping Matinee

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Please join us for a family-friendly movie day with a focus on the outdoors on Saturday afternoon, in partnership with The Village Arts Association from 1-3 PM. Kiddos are encouraged to bring bean bag chairs and sleeping bags to immerse thems

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.

SUMMER STEM-Hydraulic Robots

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Hydraulic Powered Judo Robot 

Here’s your opportunity to build a robot with four hydraulically powered moving parts.

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.

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: Sugar Free Allstars

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

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

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 Our World : Adults with OKCMOA

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Larry "the Snake Guy"

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Colorful Guitar

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a rockin' guitar against a rainbow background. You will leave with a completed painting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Time is ticking, and there are cryptic secrets to decipher before The Artist’s unearthly lair consumes you! Every corner of his attic holds clues, but it will take quick thinking and coordinated teamwork to piece them together and escape.

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

Honor Song Community Art Tapestry

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for a community art event inspired by the exhibit, Honor Song. Honor Song was created by Edgar Heap of Birds at Oklahoma Contemporary Art Museum and is currently on display through Aug. 

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 event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Writers Room

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Connect with other writers for open writing time! Bring your computer or paper and pen for dedicated time to focus on your writing, discuss your writing projects, and network with like-minded creatives.

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 "Kids" group.

Color Our World : Kids with OKCMOA

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in a craft related to the museum's collection.