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Spooktacular Storytime and Parade

Spooktacular Storytime & Parade

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for our annual Spooktacular Storytime & Parade at the Downtown Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and read some "spooky" books with us!

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

Join us for our annual Spooktacular Storytime & Parade at the Downtown Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and read some "spooky" books with us!

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. 

Putting It All Together

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of assembling electronics: Soldering, crimping connectors, and making sure that your circuit is closed. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Learn the basics of assembling electronics: Soldering, crimping connectors, and making sure that your circuit is closed. 

BattleBots

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Dash robots and some surprising supplies!
Ages 10 -14, registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Dash robots and some surprising supplies!
Ages 10 -14, registration required.

Children Reading to Dogs

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Spooktacular Storytime

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Please join us for a SPOOKY storytime!

You and your little ones are invited to a fun-filled event featuring not-so-spooky stories, silly songs, and engaging activities perfect for toddlers.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Please join us for a SPOOKY storytime!

You and your little ones are invited to a fun-filled event featuring not-so-spooky stories, silly songs, and engaging activities perfect for toddlers.

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. 

Halloween Storytime

Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade!

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for a spooky storytime, dance party, and costume parade on Halloween at the Village Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and come read some not-so-spooky books with us.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us for a spooky storytime, dance party, and costume parade on Halloween at the Village Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and come read some not-so-spooky books with us.

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 Hangout

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

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

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

Kids Cafe Friyay

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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

Take Home Kit: Native American Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 11/1 - 11/25
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 newest 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 newest 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.

Pages & Prose Parcel

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/15/2025 @ 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 Juncior 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 Juncior 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!

Cards for Veterans

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

In honor of Veterans Day, join our community in showing gratitude to those who have served. Stop by the library to create a heartfelt card or note.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs
Event Description:

In honor of Veterans Day, join our community in showing gratitude to those who have served. Stop by the library to create a heartfelt card or note.

The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop APPLICATIONS

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Does your child love to tell stories? If your 2nd through 8th grader has a story to tell, we are accepting applications for PICTURE BOOK STORIES written by children through December 21st.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Does your child love to tell stories? If your 2nd through 8th grader has a story to tell, we are accepting applications for PICTURE BOOK STORIES written by children through December 21st.

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

Portuguese Storytime

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Does your family speak Portuguese or are you interested in hearing a Portuguese storytime? Bring your family to a storytime where Portuguese will be the language spoken and books will be read in Portuguese. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Does your family speak Portuguese or are you interested in hearing a Portuguese storytime? Bring your family to a storytime where Portuguese will be the language spoken and books will be read in Portuguese. 

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. 

Swiftie Friendship Party (Ages 8 and older)

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Taylor Swift has a new album out! Celebrate at the library with your bestie while making friendship bracelets and buttons to trade.

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

Taylor Swift has a new album out! Celebrate at the library with your bestie while making friendship bracelets and buttons to trade.

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. 

Lego Block Party

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

Baked apple pie with a golden crust and several red apples

Apple of my Pie: Make and Take

Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 1:15pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Join us for a Sunday afternoon of making pie at the Ralph Ellison Library. This program lets kids practice following directions, measuring ingredients, and assembling a delicious pie.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a Sunday afternoon of making pie at the Ralph Ellison Library. This program lets kids practice following directions, measuring ingredients, and assembling a delicious pie.

Flyer for Children Reading to Dogs featuring a dog in sunglasses.

Children Reading to Dogs

Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Reading Help
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

Take Home Kit: Pumpkin Pie Spice

All Day 11/3 - 11/9
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Did you miss Apple Pie Time? No worries! Pick up a Pumpkin Pie Spice Kit and add the season's favorite flavor to your pies, muffins, breads, cookies, and dare I say, coffee, and more. Spice up your fall treats and prepare for Thanksgiving!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Did you miss Apple Pie Time? No worries! Pick up a Pumpkin Pie Spice Kit and add the season's favorite flavor to your pies, muffins, breads, cookies, and dare I say, coffee, and more. Spice up your fall treats and prepare for Thanksgiving!

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.

Native American Quill Art Take Home Kit

11/03/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/06/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Create your own quill art using toothpicks and special geometric design known as the Morning Star in Plains Native American cultures. Learn about indigenous artmaking & practice your math skills!

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

Create your own quill art using toothpicks and special geometric design known as the Morning Star in Plains Native American cultures. Learn about indigenous artmaking & practice your math skills!

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.

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.

Native American DIY Dreamcatcher Take-Home Kit

11/03/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/10/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come to Ralph Ellison Library and pick up a DIY Dreamcatcher Kit!
Learn about the history and significance of Native American Dream Catchers while making your own. All materials and instructions included!

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

Come to Ralph Ellison Library and pick up a DIY Dreamcatcher Kit!
Learn about the history and significance of Native American Dream Catchers while making your own. All materials and instructions included!

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.

Chalk the Walk

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Outdoors (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Outdoors (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for Chalk the Walk at Almonte Library — a colorful, creative event where kids can turn the sidewalks into a vibrant gallery of chalk art! We'll bring the chalk - you just bring your imagination and get ready to draw, doodle, and decorate.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

Monday, November 3, 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

Children Reading to Dogs

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

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

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

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. 

Rocket Readers

Monday, November 3, 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.