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Rooms	Onsite (Almonte)	Onsite (Bethany)	Outdoors (Bethany)	Children's Area (Bethany)	Onsite (Capitol Hill)	Lobby (Capitol Hill)	Meeting Room (Choctaw)	Online + Curbside (Downtown)	Atrium (Downtown)	Children’s Area (Edmond)	Children's Program Room C (Edmond)	Meeting Room AB (Edmond)	Meeting Room (Jones)	Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)	Onsite (Northwest)	Meeting Room B (Northwest)	Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)	Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)	Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)	Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)	Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)	Onsite (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)	Meeting Room A (Village)	Onsite (Warr Acres)	Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)	Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Back to School Scavenger Hunt! All Day 8/1–8/30 All Ages Almonte Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Onsite (Almonte) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Visit Almonte Library and participate in our "Back to School" Scavenger Hunt for the whole month of August!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Dog Days of Summer Scavenger Hunt 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs Event Description: The dog days of summer have hit the library! Come see if you can sniff out all the pups and learn to identify some different dog breeds! If you find them all, you get a prize! 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 "Adults" group Global Dogs: Passport to Paws take home kit for adults All Day 8/3–8/9 Adults Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: FOR ADULTS!			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group DIY College Prep Take-Home Kit All Day 8/5–8/19 Teens, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit Event Description: The college admissions process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Join us to learn about test prep, choosing a college, financial aid and scholarships, or the application process. Programs will offer advice from experts. Our librarians will be on hand to demonstrate the library’s free resources and help you on your journey. Build your own college preparation kit with the materials provided. 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 "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Affirmation Animal Shelter All Day 8/5–8/29 All Ages, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Lobby (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Stop by the library to "adopt" an affirmation animal that will help guide you through the school year! 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 Take Home Kit: Let's Track Some Tracks! 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/15/2025 @ 6:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Event Description: In this kit you'll learn all about different animal's tracks! Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Back to School Rainbow Scratch Art Bookmarks All Day 8/4–8/8 Kids, Teens Edmond Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children’s Area (Edmond) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading Event Description: Stop by the library to stock up on one of the most important school supplies - library books! While you're here, make your own rainbow scratch art bookmark to take with you on your reading adventure!					This event is in the "Kids" group Back to School Take Home Kit All Day 8/5–8/12 Kids Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Onsite (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: School is almost back in session! Grab this take home kit to get you ready for the start of an excellent year. Each kit will come with supplies, crafts, and activities to get you excited for school. 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. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 8/1–8/10 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too! 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. 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Color of a Book Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/1–8/29 Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Join the Ralph Ellison Library this August for a fun scavenger hunt! Look for books with specific colors on their covers. Whether you love sports or drawing, there’s a book waiting for you. Plus, you might win a prize*! 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 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 Wellness Month Take-Home Kits All Day 8/1–8/29 Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: August is Wellness Month! This kit has activities and a checklist of things you can do to challenge yourself to improve your overall health. Recommended for ages 15 and up. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Book Bags All Day 8/4–8/29 Teens Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness Event Description: The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Creative Writing Chapbook 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing Event Description: Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles! This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Mindfulness Journal 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! This event is in the "Kids" group Take Home Kit-Plastic Spoon Ladybugs 08/04/2025 @ 9:00am–08/09/2025 @ 5:00pm Kids Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Get crafty with our Ladybug Spoon Craft Kit! Create adorable ladybugs using plastic spoons and simple materials. Perfect for a fun, hands-on project at home for all ages! This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Origami Challenge Take-Home-Kit 08/08/2025 @ 10:00am–08/29/2025 @ 11:30am Kids, Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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: Learn to Create a Beautiful Origami Turtle! It's easy and lots of fun. Step-by-step instructions and double-sided origami paper included in the kit.	This event is in the "Kids" group Pages & Prose Parcel - Summer 08/02/2025 @ 9:00am–08/16/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids Warr Acres Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Pages & Prose Parcel- Summers is a three-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. 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. Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff. 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!
9:30am			This event is in the "All Ages" group Read with Scooby and the Gang 9:30am–11:00am All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Outdoors (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Books & Reading Event Description: Come read with Scooby and the Gang! Bring a book, or use one of ours, and read in the Mystery Machine! 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 Cancelled Musictime for Babies 9:30am–10:15am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Cancelled Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together. Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.
9:45am
10:00am				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Children's Room Open Hours 10:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer! 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 Smart Kids, Smart Nutrition 10:00am–11:00am Adults Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Calling all caregivers! Join us for an informational program by Natural Grocers to learn how to support your children's healthy eating habits.	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Birth-PreK Jones Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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 Musictime 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs Event Description: Move and groove with Miss Ginger! 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.
10:15am							This event is in the "Adults" group Yoga 10:15am–11:15am Adults Choctaw Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!
10:30am											This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Cancelled Musictime for Children (Ages 2-5) 10:30am–11:15am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Cancelled Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together. Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.
10:45am
11:00am
11:15am
11:30am																			This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Free Play Friday (Ages 0 - 5) 11:30am–12:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Play is an important aspect of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond. 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 "All Ages" group Pet Food Pantry 11:30am–12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program Event Description: The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.
11:45am
12:00pm									This event is in the "All Ages" group Live Piano Music 12:00pm–1:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Atrium (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.
12:15pm
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12:45pm
1:00pm														This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Community Room 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults Nicoma Park Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics Event Description: Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.
1:15pm
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1:45pm
2:00pm																This event is in the "Kids" group Art Smart Kids (Ages 8-12) 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material! 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
2:15pm
2:30pm
2:45pm
3:00pm
3:15pm
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3:45pm
4:00pm																								This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Chess Club 4:00pm–5:30pm All Ages The Village Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming Event Description: It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning. Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.
4:15pm
4:30pm
4:45pm
5:00pm																							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 Southern Oaks Chess Club 5:00pm–6:00pm All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required 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 Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!
5:15pm
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