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Ralph Ellison Lego Club Build a House

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (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 as we kick off the new 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

This will be a two day session program event. Session One will include creating the pouch. Session Two will include sanding, painting, and incorporating the twine and beads. Must have completed Session One to attend Session Two.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Lemonade Lounge

3:15pm - 4:30pm
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come for the lemonade, stay for the games, crafts, and activities! We'll bring out our Nintendo Switch and compete in Mario Kart tournaments, play Exploding Kittens, do puzzles together, and more! For ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

String Art

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Teens, join us and create a three dimensional work of art with string! Participants will leave with a completed string art project.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hispanic Paint Night/Noche de pintura hispana

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Recreate some Hispanic art and learn about Hispanic artists! Recrea un poco de arte hispano y aprende sobre los artistas hispanos!

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

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Always a favorite, Paint Your World -- the Edmond Library's own version of a (non-alcoholic) paint and sip party is returning for Spring Break!

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

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Let your imagination soar at our toddler art time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!

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.

Minecraft Meetup

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us for this month's Minecraft meetup! This month, we will be making our own pixel collages with various paper printed blocks from the game and playing the game together. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Time

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Get inspired at the library! 

Stop by to create exciting projects using various art mediums, methods, and materials.

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 "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join us, with fiber artist Darci Lenker, in creating 2D needle felt architecture paintings. After class browse through and checkout a book from the Oklahoma Contemporary Art Reference Library visiting the Del City Library.

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

OMAFF - Open Work Hours

1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film & Movies
Event Description:

This is an open work day for those participating in our One Minute Animation Film Festival workshop.

The meeting room will be made available for anyone wanting to work on their projects. 

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

Unofficial Warhammer Club Assembly

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Description:

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.

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.

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

Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit

All Day 9/23 - 9/30
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more about apples and John Chapman.

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

The Literary Pumpkin: Edmond's Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

09/23/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/06/2024 @ 6:00pm
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come pick up your own mini pumpkin for our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite literary characters, books or stories.

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

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

Preschool Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
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.

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

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Join us each month as we read and explore the Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions series by Mary Pope Osborne.

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.

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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 "Birth-PreK" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes

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 "All Ages" group.

Maker Tuesday

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Careers & Jobs, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Makerspace Tuesday

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Almonte Library
Registration
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: The Makerspace (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Teens take over the Makerspace!  Each session will have a new challenge teens will solve using the tools in the makerspace. You'll gain hands on experience on the 3D printer, Cricut, embroidery/sewing machine, button maker and more!

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Unlock the artistry of crochet in this class!

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

Art Rewind

7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Did you miss out on one of our craft activities earlier this year? Do you have fond memories of childhood art class projects, or did you ever peer into the supply cabinets wistfully and want to try everything?

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.