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Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2 - 9/6
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Build a Care (Bear) - Take Home Kit

All Day 9/2 - 9/8
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate Share Your Care Day (September 9th) and create a foam plate Care Bear-like bear.

Supplies Needed - Scissors and Glue

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

Celebrate Share Your Care Day (September 9th) and create a foam plate Care Bear-like bear.

Supplies Needed - Scissors and Glue

Disclaimer(s)

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

State Fair DIY Pennant Take Home Kits

All Day 9/2 - 9/8
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.

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 household and per registration (if required).

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kit

State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits

All Day 9/2 - 9/8
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Stylized image of the Stockyards City Library with the text - Serving as your neighborhood library for a century.

Stockyards City Library Centennial Celebration Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2 - 9/27
Outdoors (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate 100 years of Stockyards City Library with a Stockyards City scavenger hunt! Pick up your official entry form at the Stockyards City Library or the Downtown Library, then boot-scoot over to Stockyards City to spot special

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Outdoors (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Celebrate 100 years of Stockyards City Library with a Stockyards City scavenger hunt! Pick up your official entry form at the Stockyards City Library or the Downtown Library, then boot-scoot over to Stockyards City to spot special

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. 

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.

"I Love My Library!" Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September! 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September! 

Picture of the Wright Library paper replica designed by Cindy Trebes

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2 - 9/30
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Library card month

Library Card Sign-up Month

09/02/2025 @ 8:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. You can borrow museum passes, attend programs for all ages, and even check out garden tools.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. You can borrow museum passes, attend programs for all ages, and even check out garden tools.

State Fair Stamp Quest

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/08/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Step right up to fun at the library! Pick up your State Fair Passport and explore our tables full of fair-themed activities. Each time you complete an activity, you’ll earn a stamp in your passport.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Step right up to fun at the library! Pick up your State Fair Passport and explore our tables full of fair-themed activities. Each time you complete an activity, you’ll earn a stamp in your passport.

Clothespin Shark Craft Take-Home Kit

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/09/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Visit the Ralph Ellison Library to pick up a Clothespin Shark Craft Kit and create two vibrant, colorful sharks of your own. The kit includes everything you need except for glue.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Visit the Ralph Ellison Library to pick up a Clothespin Shark Craft Kit and create two vibrant, colorful sharks of your own. The kit includes everything you need except for glue.

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.

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

Pages & Prose Parcels Fall 2025

Pages & Prose Parcel

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/16/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction.

Registration Required
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 is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction.

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!

Warr Acres Book Box

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/26/2025 @ 4:15pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!

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!

September Mindfulness Journal

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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! 

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! 

Teen Book Bags

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

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!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (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!

¡Busca los platos de Latinoamérica! | Foods of Latin America Scavenger Hunt

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país? 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país? 

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.

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag

All Day 9/3 - 9/14
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too!

Registration Required
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!

Baby Storytime (0-24 months)

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Baby Storytime:

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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

Intermediate Tai Chi

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tia Chi experience is helpful.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tia Chi experience is helpful.

Toddler Time

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Music with Ginger

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Musictime:

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, ...

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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. 

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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. 

mini art paintings

Mini Masterpieces

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Think small, create big! Join us for a relaxing teen art session where you'll paint your own mini canvas masterpiece. We'll display all the finished pieces in our teen gallery for the community to enjoy.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Think small, create big! Join us for a relaxing teen art session where you'll paint your own mini canvas masterpiece. We'll display all the finished pieces in our teen gallery for the community to enjoy.