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Quilting & Crafting

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Live Piano Music

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

High School Equivalency Classes (HSE)

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the HiSET exam in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. 

Beginner English as a Second Language

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This beginner level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30-2:30pm. 

Teen Homeschool Hangout

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all teen readers! Join us at the Choctaw Library for Teen Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize with kids your own age.

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

Calling all teen readers! Join us at the Choctaw Library for Teen Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize with kids your own age.

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

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.

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

STEM Club - Water Filters

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
In-Library (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Pokemon Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

Rocket Readers

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Halloween Carnival

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Join the Almonte Library and our partners, Trinity Lutheran Church, for our Halloween Carnival. Will have activities, food, prizes, and an interactive Storywalk for all ages.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join the Almonte Library and our partners, Trinity Lutheran Church, for our Halloween Carnival. Will have activities, food, prizes, and an interactive Storywalk for all ages.

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. 

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.

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

Sound Bath Meditation @Capitol Hill Library

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join wellness practitioners Anna and Mark from MARKANNA Wellness for a peaceful sound bath and meditation experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join wellness practitioners Anna and Mark from MARKANNA Wellness for a peaceful sound bath and meditation experience.

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

Movie Night with the The Urban Poets

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Since Halloween is near, we'll have fun showing a season-appropriate movie (TBD).

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Since Halloween is near, we'll have fun showing a season-appropriate movie (TBD).

Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

You’ve survived escape rooms. You’ve played role-playing games. But can you handle both at once… during a zombie apocalypse?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

You’ve survived escape rooms. You’ve played role-playing games. But can you handle both at once… during a zombie apocalypse?

Introductory English As a Second Language (ESL)

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Teen & Tween D&D - The Lost Mine of Phandelver

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library as we open our fall Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Mondays this fall as we embark on a brand-new campaign with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library as we open our fall Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Mondays this fall as we embark on a brand-new campaign with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Bad Art Night: Yayoi Kusama Dot Art

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This month's paint with the pros features holiday inspired dot art by Yayoi Kusama.  No experience required! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

This month's paint with the pros features holiday inspired dot art by Yayoi Kusama.  No experience required! 

Toddler Playtime (Ages 1-3)

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Playtime:

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 oppor...

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

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!

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

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. 

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler 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...

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!

Adult Basic Education

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30-12:30.  

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30-12:30.  

123! Play With Me!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

123! Play With Me!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Toddler 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...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, 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!

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. 

Homeschool Coding Club

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join the Warr Acres Homeschool Code Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join the Warr Acres Homeschool Code Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more!

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