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Dinovember: Dinos on the Loose!

All Day 11/1 - 11/26
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

HELP WANTED: DINO DETECTIVES NEEDED!

Dinosaurs have escaped and are loose in the library! 🦖🦕

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

HELP WANTED: DINO DETECTIVES NEEDED!

Dinosaurs have escaped and are loose in the library! 🦖🦕

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

Build-a-Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt | Busca las partes del espantapájaro

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Finish your scarecrow! Find all of its features hidden in the kids' area. Then draw them on your sheet and return to the desk for a prize!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Finish your scarecrow! Find all of its features hidden in the kids' area. Then draw them on your sheet and return to the desk for a prize!

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.

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.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
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.

Veterans Day Missing Man Table

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.

Dinovember

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Come to the Midwest City Library for a ROARING good time! Expect games, activities, crafts, and a dino-rific Storytime!  

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Come to the Midwest City Library for a ROARING good time! Expect games, activities, crafts, and a dino-rific Storytime!  

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

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

11/29/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
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.

Veterans Day Missing Man Table

11/29/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.

A white snowflake on a background of watercolors in cool colors. The program name, description, and time are listed along with the library location.

Welcome Winter Art

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Make some art with a wintery theme! We'll have some examples to spark your inspiration along with books in a winter theme to browse.

Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Make some art with a wintery theme! We'll have some examples to spark your inspiration along with books in a winter theme to browse.

December Scavenger Hunt

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Passive Program (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Passive Program (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Find the Funny Foods! | ¡Busca las comidas chistosas!

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/23/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

The food characters you know and love from Jory John books are hiding in the library! Find them all and return to the desk for a prize.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The food characters you know and love from Jory John books are hiding in the library! Find them all and return to the desk for a prize.

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.

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Enjoy music, holiday activities for all ages, and refreshments as we count down to the lighting of the tree. Bring your friends, family, and winter cheer for an evening full of warmth, fun, and community spirit!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Enjoy music, holiday activities for all ages, and refreshments as we count down to the lighting of the tree. Bring your friends, family, and winter cheer for an evening full of warmth, fun, and community spirit!

Bags of popcorn - Photo by Nino Sanger: https://www.pexels.com/photo/paper-popcorn-bags-in-row-19591130/

Holiday Movie Magic Take Home Kit

All Day 12/2 - 12/6
Online + Curbside (Wright) at Stockyards City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring the holiday spirit home with this festive take-home kit!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring the holiday spirit home with this festive take-home kit!

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.

34 Foot Holiday Tree Display

All Day 12/2 - 12/23
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Come enjoy our 34 ft holiday tree and take photos with family and friends all season long. The holiday tree will be on display from December 2 to January 5. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come enjoy our 34 ft holiday tree and take photos with family and friends all season long. The holiday tree will be on display from December 2 to January 5. 

LEGO Club flier

LEGO Club

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Come build with us! We supply the bricks and you supply the imagination! This is a recurring event that takes place on the first Tuesday of each month at the Midwest City Library. Similar events take place at other locations.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Come build with us! We supply the bricks and you supply the imagination! This is a recurring event that takes place on the first Tuesday of each month at the Midwest City Library. Similar events take place at other locations.

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

STEAM Tuesday

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

All Ages LEGO - Magical Kingdoms

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Step into the happiest place in Warr Acres as we honor the legacy of the most magical kingdom of all with a spellbinding, all-ages LEGO event! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Step into the happiest place in Warr Acres as we honor the legacy of the most magical kingdom of all with a spellbinding, all-ages LEGO event! 

Dobby's Closet

All Day
Onsite (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
All Ages

Help us fill Dobby's Closet! This is a community project (November 3, 2024 - February 16, 2025) designed to help provide warm clothing essentials to our neighbors in need.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Onsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Help us fill Dobby's Closet! This is a community project (November 3, 2024 - February 16, 2025) designed to help provide warm clothing essentials to our neighbors in need.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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

Scrapbooking and Crafting

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

OKC Mobile Market

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

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.

Mobile Market

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Offsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Meet and assist OCCHD representatives as well as handing out flyers and other information regarding Almonte Library events, Makerspace, Podcast studio, programming and community related information.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Meet and assist OCCHD representatives as well as handing out flyers and other information regarding Almonte Library events, Makerspace, Podcast studio, programming and community related information.

FOOD FEUD! Eggsploring the Books of Jory John

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Come explore the mouthwatering books of Jory John with games and activities! Which food will win??? Bad Seed? Good Egg? Sour Grapes??? YOU DECIDE!!!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Come explore the mouthwatering books of Jory John with games and activities! Which food will win??? Bad Seed? Good Egg? Sour Grapes??? YOU DECIDE!!!

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.