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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 "Adults" group.

Sunshine Prints 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, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

The middle of summer has plentiful sunshine, and that's exactly what you'll need for this kit. You'll collect some items of your choice with interesting shapes and then print their silhouettes on the provided paper to create artwork.

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

Collage Creations

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

Get ready to make some art magic! 

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.

Vinta Boat Storytime and Mosaic Painting

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Birth-PreK
Capitol Hill Library
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. 

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. 

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.

Snail Mail

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Registration
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Decorate and send a postcard to a friend or family member!

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 "All Ages" group.

Family Fun Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Get together with your friends and family for a great night of family fun. Our program is packed with exciting activities for all ages.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Make Your Own Comic Strip

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
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 "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Tots Thursdays

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

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

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 "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 "Teens" group.

Needlefelted Sculptures with Oklahoma Contemporary

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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 "All Ages" group.

Tiny Art Show

6:30pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for an art reception featuring an exhibit of  works of tiny art from our Belle Isle Library community members.  Light refreshments will be provided.

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.

Sharpie-Dyed Bucket Hats

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

A hat is a canvas too! Participants will use Sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol to design an accessory as unique as they are. Come "Color Our World" one hat at a time!

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

July Origami Challenge Take-Home-Kit

10:00am - 11:30am
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 Challenge

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Knitty Committee

10:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Coloring Group

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

Summer Creations - Turtle Shell Designs

All Day 7/14 - 7/19
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! Drawing on natural inspiration can lead to some amazing works of art. What colors, shapes, and features can you add to your own turtle or tortoise shell?

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Seashell Ornaments - Take Home Kit

All Day 7/14 - 7/20
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate natural beach art with seashell ornaments. Bring a touch of the beach into your home by crafting charming seashell ornaments.

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.

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

All Day 7/15 - 7/19
Kids, Teens
Wright Library
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

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!