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Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Tuesday, October 28, 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?

Drawlloween!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Drawlloween! 

We will have 31 days of spooky prompts ready for you to speed draw all or focus on just one or two!

Some supplies will be provided  but feel free to bring your own art supplies if desired!  

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us for Drawlloween! 

We will have 31 days of spooky prompts ready for you to speed draw all or focus on just one or two!

Some supplies will be provided  but feel free to bring your own art supplies if desired!  

Community Room

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Wednesday, October 29, 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?

The Paranormal Files-Event # 2: Strange Oklahoma

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Please join us for our second event in the Paranormal Files Series-Strange Oklahoma.  Ron Cross of P.R.O.S.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Please join us for our second event in the Paranormal Files Series-Strange Oklahoma.  Ron Cross of P.R.O.S.

Hearty & Healthy: Cooking with Fall Squash

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Guests will explore the nutritional benefits and versatility of fall squash varieties like butternut, acorn, and pumpkin with our OSU Extension presenter.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Guests will explore the nutritional benefits and versatility of fall squash varieties like butternut, acorn, and pumpkin with our OSU Extension presenter.

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.

Gingerdead Haunted Houses

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

Get into the spooky spirit by turning a classic gingerbread house into a haunted masterpiece! Teens will use paint, fake cobwebs, spooky mini props, and other craft supplies to create their own creepy creations.

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

Get into the spooky spirit by turning a classic gingerbread house into a haunted masterpiece! Teens will use paint, fake cobwebs, spooky mini props, and other craft supplies to create their own creepy creations.

TeenTober: Screens & Snacks

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens

Finish out TeenTober and kick back with friends for a chill night of popcorn, candy, and a surprise screening. It’s the perfect lowkey hangout to end your week.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Film & Movies
Event Description:

Finish out TeenTober and kick back with friends for a chill night of popcorn, candy, and a surprise screening. It’s the perfect lowkey hangout to end your week.

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

Halloween Party

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, throw on your best costume and join us Halloween evening for a spooky good time!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, throw on your best costume and join us Halloween evening for a spooky good time!

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. 

Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Thursday, October 30, 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?

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.

Vinyl Record & Art Night

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

Community Room

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

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.

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

Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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?

November Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

November Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

November Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

November Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

November Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

30 Days of Writing Prompt Booklet

All Day 11/1 - 11/25
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Have you wanted to establish a writing routine, but are not sure how to get started. Come by the Edmond library and pick up one of our 30 Day Writing Challenge booklets.

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

Have you wanted to establish a writing routine, but are not sure how to get started. Come by the Edmond library and pick up one of our 30 Day Writing Challenge booklets.

Photo by Armin Rimoldi from Pexels

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Wright Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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.