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Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
2026-07-14 11:00:00 2026-07-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes. Schusterman-Benson Library

Tuesday, July 14
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-14 11:00:00 2026-07-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes. Schusterman-Benson Library

Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.

This workshop fosters creativity, coordination and patience while giving every child a tangible, self-made balloon creation to take home. A perfect blend of artistry and play that keeps participants engaged from start to finish.

Schusterman-Benson Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Emma Walker
Hours
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Mon, Jun 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 14 Closed
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Upcoming events

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Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Bubble Stage Show With Dustin Reudelhuber
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
It's the craziest, most creative bubble show around! Mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble magic, it engages and delights audiences of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:25am
Meeting Room
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 10:55am
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Wings of Fire Fandom Party
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Come create fierce and scaly dragon eye sculptures, beaded dragons, pipe cleaner dragons and more. Other activities and light refreshments are provided. For teens and tweens.
Coffee and Crosswords
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
If you love crosswords, join us and other like-minded puzzlers for coffee and collaborative or individual puzzling. We'll have coffee and plenty of printed puzzles on hand. For... more
If you love crosswords, join us and other like-minded puzzlers for coffee and collaborative or individual puzzling. We'll have coffee and plenty of printed puzzles on hand. For adults.
Cozy Fantasy Book Club - "Greenteeth" by Molly O’Neill
Mon, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Read "Greenteeth" by Molly O’Neill and then join us for a lively discussion. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Schusterman-Benson Library. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Discovery Lab: Make Your (Land)Mark! - Route 66 Centennial
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Become an engineer and architect as you design and build your own Route 66-inspired landmark. Explore structure, creativity and the spirit of America’s most iconic highway.... more
Become an engineer and architect as you design and build your own Route 66-inspired landmark. Explore structure, creativity and the spirit of America’s most iconic highway. For first-fifth graders.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:25am
Meeting Room
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 10:55am
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Preschool Dot Art: Dinosaurs and More!
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
We'll offer fun color-by-dot activities appropriate for the preschool crowd, including dinosaurs and other exciting designs. A fun art-based activity and fine-motor skills... more
We'll offer fun color-by-dot activities appropriate for the preschool crowd, including dinosaurs and other exciting designs. A fun art-based activity and fine-motor skills practice all in one!
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:25am
Meeting Room
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 10:55am
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Puzzlemania: A Puzzle Competition
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room
Test your puzzling prowess to see which team can put together the same 500-piece puzzle the fastest. Registration is required. For adults.
This event is full
Teen Night
Thu, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Make crafts and play games at this casual monthly teen hangout. Bring your art project, your homework, your friends or just yourself! For ages 13-18.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Stamp Making With Artist Candacee White
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas... more
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas for creating designs.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:25am
Meeting Room
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 10:55am
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Family History Month: AI and Genealogy
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Artificial intelligence is changing genealogy research. Learn how AI tools can help analyze records, read handwriting and organize research — while understanding its... more
Artificial intelligence is changing genealogy research. Learn how AI tools can help analyze records, read handwriting and organize research — while understanding its limitations and ethical use.
Classic Reads - "Travels With Charley" by John Steinbeck
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Read "Travels With Charley" by John Steinbeck and come share your thoughts. Copies are available for checkout at the library. For adults.
Messy Art for Preschoolers: Paper Crowns
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Art for littles! Preschoolers can express themselves in this hands-on craft using watercolor, markers, glitter and more. Children should have a parent or caregiver to help... more
Art for littles! Preschoolers can express themselves in this hands-on craft using watercolor, markers, glitter and more. Children should have a parent or caregiver to help guide them. For ages 3-6.
Coffee and Crosswords
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
If you love crosswords, join us and other like-minded puzzlers for coffee and collaborative or individual puzzling. We'll have coffee and plenty of printed puzzles on hand. For... more
If you love crosswords, join us and other like-minded puzzlers for coffee and collaborative or individual puzzling. We'll have coffee and plenty of printed puzzles on hand. For adults.
Unraveled: Fiber Arts Club
Mon, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Whether it's yarn, stitching or sewing, bring your project and come find some new crafty friends! For adults and teens.
Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.
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