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Patriotic Art - Take Home Kit

All Day 6/9 - 6/14
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Art and America with a Patriotic Flag Centerpiece Kit! This fun and easy-to-assemble take-home kit allows you to create a stunning flag-inspired centerpiece, perfect for Flag Day and the 4th of July.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

Summer Creations - Dragons & Unicorns

All Day 6/9 - 6/14
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come by the Luther Library every week of Summer Reading for a unique arts themed craft! This week's design idea is to create your own headband, turning yourself into a dragon, a unicorn, or something in between!

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

Juneteenth Take Home Kit​​

All Day 6/9 - 6/15
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, is coming so get a take-home kit to learn more about the day and make a Juneteenth ornament. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Mini Fridge Art – Take Home Kit

All Day 6/9 - 6/15
Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Create your own fridge magnets! Use the paint and canvases provided to make your refrigerator come to life. Whether you’ve never painted before or are a seasoned professional your creation will liven up your space.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

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

Five Senses of Color with Science Museum Oklahoma

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, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

You can see the colors of the world with your awesome eyes, but how can you experience color with your other senses?

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.

How to Make a Monster! with Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Description: Eric of Literati Press and JEO Creations is leading a discussion and workshop on how to “How to Make a Monster!” This is an informative workshop that examines the history and technique of creature creation and gives learners a means t

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

Finger-paint Your World (Adults & Teens)

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Get in touch with your inner child this summer and explore paint as you haven't since preschool-- with your fingers!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Take & Make Lit Kit

All Day
Teens
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or High School Sequoyah list. Supplies are limited.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

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

Emancipation Day (Juneteenth) Family Fun Take Home Kit: Decorative Magnets

All Day 6/10 - 6/14
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Registration
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

June 19th (also known as Juneteenth) is Emancipation Day - a federal holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the USA.

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Summer Light in a Jar Take-Home Kit

9:00am - 9:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Let's make some stained glass art-- without the stained glass! Design and decorate your own jar with different colors, then pop in a tea light to make something you can admire on a warm summer evening. 

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

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:30am
Birth-PreK
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
Birth-PreK
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 "Kids" group.

Downtown Color Castle: Planetary Luminaries

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Light up your world in the Downtown Color Castle as we turn plastic orbs into colorfully painted Planetary Luminaries.

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.

Story & Craft: Faux Stained Glass Art

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Description:

Color our world by letting your creativity soar! Enjoy a captivating story and then get creative by crafting your very own faux stained glass masterpiece from markers, plastic, and aluminum foil.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Make Your Own Comic Strip

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Participants will learn the process of creating a comic strip with characters, story ideas, and layouts. Been a longtime fan of favorites like Peanuts, Garfield, and Calvin & Hobbes? Now you can make your own! 

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.

Make a Comic Book Character

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

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

Community Printmaking Project

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

Be part of a collaborative art experience celebrating the timeless craft of relief printmaking! In this hands-on program, participants will carve, ink, and print their own designs, contributing to a larger community tapestry.

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.

Fiber Arts Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

The Art of Philippine Weaving - Teens/Adults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Join us for an exciting exploration of Philippine weaving in a multitude of forms. Learn the significance of weaving to the indigenous cultures of the islands.

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 Your Canvas

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hillcrest Senior Crafting

12:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Crafts for seniors to encourage their creative spirit.

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

Colorful Clay Creations

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Make your own Colorful Clay Creations with air dry clay provided by the library. Explore the vibrant hues of the world around us and engage in the tactile experience of sculpting with your hands and your imagination!

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.

Make a Comic Book Character

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Felting: Succulents

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Come enjoy an evening of needle felting! We will be making miniature succulents in tiny pots. Supplies will be provided. This is an easy craft for any level of experience in needle felting, from beginner to expert.