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SO's Pen Pals Spring 2026

01/20/2026 @ 12:00pm to 03/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
Online (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

Small Wonders

All Day 1/28 - 3/16
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids

In the air, water, and even under foot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem on earth.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

In the air, water, and even under foot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem on earth.

Secret Underground Railroad Quilt Patterns Passive Program and Display

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

Check out our Underground Railroad Quilts passive program and display to learn about the secret quilt codes that guided freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Then, color your own quilt block and add it to our community quilt.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Check out our Underground Railroad Quilts passive program and display to learn about the secret quilt codes that guided freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Then, color your own quilt block and add it to our community quilt.

Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's annual trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's annual trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.

Earth Day 2026: Kids Get a Free Tree!

02/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/15/2026 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day (April 22, 2026)! 

Registration Required
Registration will close on March 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day (April 22, 2026)! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest Submissions

All Day 2/2 - 3/20
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

Beetle Collection Kits

All Day 2/5 - 2/27
Online + Curbside (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Bug Hotel Kits

All Day 2/5 - 2/27
Online + Curbside (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!

Take-Home Kit: Young Engineers, Build the Tallest Tower!

All Day 2/16 - 2/27
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

***This is a Take-Home Kit for the 01/26/2026 event that had to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

***This is a Take-Home Kit for the 01/26/2026 event that had to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

Beetle Collection Take Home Kit

All Day 2/23 - 2/27
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Disclaimer(s)

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

Bug Hotel Take-Home Kit 

All Day 2/23 - 2/28
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!

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. 

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

Through a Bug's Eye (Ages 6-10)

All Day 2/23 - 3/1
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

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

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

Graphic showing calculator, computer screen, gear, paintbrush and palette, beaker with liquid in it

February STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 2/24 - 3/1
Take-Home Kit (Stockyards City) at Stockyards City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Take-Home Kit (Stockyards City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

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.

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!

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

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (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: Meeting Room A (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. 

Coding Club

Homeschool Coding Club

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 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
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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

CANCELLED: Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

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.

Homework Help at the Library

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Event Description:

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

Insect Adventure

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
Coding Club

Coding Club

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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

Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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 Coding 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

Homework & Reading Help

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

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

Insect Adventure

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.

Choctaw-Nicoma Park Schools’ Family STEM Night

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Offsite (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Offsite (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM

Cocoa, Crafts, & Cozy Stories

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a cozy night of cocoa, crafts, and a comforting story. Elementary-aged kids ages 4+ and their adults will hear a story by a librarian while sipping hot cocoa and then enjoy related crafts.

Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a cozy night of cocoa, crafts, and a comforting story. Elementary-aged kids ages 4+ and their adults will hear a story by a librarian while sipping hot cocoa and then enjoy related crafts.

Insect Adventure

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.