Calendar of Events
Weekly activities
WEEKDAYS FREE Neighborhood Arts Summer Programming at Metropolitan Libraries (various locations) features a variety of musical styles and performing arts, such as rock music, puppet shows, hip-hop demonstrations and opera. Every week a new artist will be featured. See website for times & locations. metrolibrary. org/neighborhoodarts Summer Walk-ups at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features fun activities that explore and celebrate the world of plants. Each weekday offers a new theme through Aug. 9. $2 suggested donation. 10am-noon. myriadgardens.org TUESDAYS FREE Wheeler Criterium in Wheeler District (1701 S Western Ave) features some of Oklahoma’s top cyclists as they race through the neighborhood streets in the Wheeler District. 5:30-8pm, beginning July 30. wheelerdistrict.com TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS Storytime Science at Science Museum Oklahoma (2020 Remington Pl) features a story and corresponding hands-on science activity. Storytime Science moves to a new location for each story; check with a team member or Guest Relations for directions. Free with admission. 10:30- 11:30am. sciencemuseumok.org/ece TUESDAYS-THURSDAYS FREE Arts in the Park at OKC Recreation Centers (various locations) features free daily art classes as well as art camps taught by professional artists. Preregister. See website for schedule. artscouncilokc. com/allaccessarts/arts-in-the-park WEDNESDAYS FREE Reading Wednesdays at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features a nature-themed story time, interactive song and small craft. Books are selected based on the season. Walkups welcome. 10-11am. myriadgardens.org
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Crafts and Tales at Sam Noble Museum (2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman) features story time with staff as they share natural history, science and animal- themed stories. Free with admission. 11am. samnoblemuseum.ou.edu THURSDAYS FREE Summer Thursdays at Oklahoma Hall of Fame (1400 Classen Dr) features free admission and themed activities including story time, arts & crafts, outdoor games and more. Best suited for families with kids ages 2-12. 10am- 5pm; activities, until 2pm. oklahomahof. com/summer-thursdays SATURDAYS Oklahoma Bicycle Society’s Donut Ride at Will Rogers Park Tennis Center (NW 36th Portland) features a casual ride suitable for beginners, young riders and anyone who wants to join a group at a pace of 8-10 mph for about 11 miles with a stop for refreshments at a local donut shop. Free to attend. 9-11:30am. okcbike.org
FREE Dance Passport at Aalim Dance Academy (2520 N Meridian) features cultural dance classes for all ages. Each week features a different cultural dance style. 10-11am, through July 27. aalimokc.com/dance-passport FREE ScissorTales StoryTime with Metropolitan Library System at Scissortail Park (655 S Robinson Ave) features books, songs and musical instruments. 10-10:35am. scissortailpark.org FREE Guided Gallery Tours at Oklahoma Contemporary (11 NW 11th St) features a free guided tour of the museum’s exhibitions. Gallery guides lead inclusive, conversational tours that encourage curiosity. Preregister. 1-2pm. oklahomacontemporary.org
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