Attention:

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

Upcoming Events

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

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

11:00am - 11:45am
All Ages, Kids
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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.
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: Lucas Ross

2:00pm - 2:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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

Neighborhood Arts: Painted Sky Opera

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

Join Painted Sky Opera for a kid-friendly adventure in “The Magic Flute!” Follow Prince Tamino and his funny sidekick, Papageno, as they journey to rescue Princess Pamina, facing magical creatures and discovering the power of friendship and courag

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.

Infuse Your Moves: Kids program

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Make your own fruit infused water in this hands-on workshop. Explore how water fuels your body and what is hiding in sports drinks, soda, and juice. as you learn how hydration keeps your body moving.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club: Frieren

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

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

SUMMER STEM - Make a Stop Motion Movie Part 2

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Film & Movies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

This is a two-part class. It will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, July 9 and 10.  Children will only need to register for the first class and they'll be automatically registered for the second.

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 "Kids" group.

Make a Comic Book Character

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

We all love comic book characters, from Superman to Dog Man. Now kids can learn to make their own characters and practice sketching them to put them into stories! 

Presented by Jeff Provine of the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation

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 "Teens" group.

Color Our World : Teens with OKCMOA

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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 "Kids" group.

Scrub Club – Keeping Germs at Bay

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 focuses on hand hygiene, how diseases are spread, and how to keep them to yourselves.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game-Fest

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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 "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Reading Help
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

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

S.O. Animation Society

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love animation, or manga? Join us for The S.O. Animation Society, as we hang out, do a craft, and watch different genres of animation.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Turn Your Idea Into a Comic

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Bethany Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have an idea for a comic, but not sure where to start? This program will show the steps of designing characters, writing scripts with strong beats, and laying out pages, everything you need to know to get your comic started. 

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 "Teens" group.

Perler Bead Workshop

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, join us for an evening of Perler Bead madness! Patterns will be provided, or you can create something from your own imagination. Participants will leave with a finished piece of Perler Bead art. Come see what you can create!

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

Color Our World : Teens & Adults with OKCMOA

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

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

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.

Dungeons and Dragons

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up today for Dungeons and Dragons club! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Needlefelted Sculptures with Oklahoma Contemporary

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

Participants will learn how to create a soft sculpture out of wool with needle felting. Follow along with Darci Lenker from Oklahoma Contemporary for step-by-step instructions or make your own creation!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Zoom (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us on Zoom to discover simple changes to optimal health!

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Firecracker Krispies

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Independence Day with a pop of flavor and fun! In this hands-on event, we’ll be making Firecracker Krispies—a colorful twist on classic Rice Krispie treats, perfect for summer picnics and fireworks-filled evenings.

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