Event List

Memorial Day Missing Man Table

All Day 5/11 - 5/24

Onsite (Edmond) at Edmond Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits

Age Group:

All Ages

Join us as the Edmond Library commemorates Memorial Day.  The library will honor and remember American servicemember Prisoners of War (POW) and those Missing in Action (MIA) with a Missing Man Table – a table where no one will ever sit.

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Library Branch: Edmond Library

Room: Onsite (Edmond)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits

Event Description:

Join us as the Edmond Library commemorates Memorial Day.  The library will honor and remember American servicemember Prisoners of War (POW) and those Missing in Action (MIA) with a Missing Man Table – a table where no one will ever sit.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Memorial Day Paper Stained Glass Ornament - Take Home Kit

All Day 5/12 - 5/18

Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

All Ages

Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Memorial Day keepsake with this easy-to-use kit.

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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Memorial Day keepsake with this easy-to-use kit.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Live Piano Music

Monday, May 12, 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.

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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.

Reading to Dogs

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

All Ages

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.

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Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Books & Reading

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.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

The Caring Van Visit

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Outdoors (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

All Ages

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

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Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library

Room: Outdoors (Capitol Hill)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

The Oklahoma Caring Van Program delivers immunizations to protect children and adolescents from dangerous illnesses at no cost to their families.

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.

Maker Tuesday

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library

Program Type:

Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.

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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Mini Canvas Painting

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

All Ages

Unleash your creativity at our Mini Canvas Painting Workshop! Join us for a relaxing and fun session where you can create your own masterpiece on a small canvas. No experience necessary—just bring your imagination!

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Registration Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Description:

Unleash your creativity at our Mini Canvas Painting Workshop! Join us for a relaxing and fun session where you can create your own masterpiece on a small canvas. No experience necessary—just bring your imagination!

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Community and Coffee-CANCELLED

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am

Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Community & Civics

Age Group:

All Ages

Come by to the Downtown Library and enjoy some free coffee! There will be puzzles and easy crafts available.

Cancelled

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Cancelled

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community & Civics

Event Description:

Come by to the Downtown Library and enjoy some free coffee! There will be puzzles and easy crafts available.

OKC Mobile Market

Friday, May 16, 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.

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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.

Live Piano Music

Friday, May 16, 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.

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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.

Chess Club

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library

Program Type:

Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Chess Club:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in...

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

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Library Branch: The Village Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Village)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

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Registration Required

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program

Registration Required

Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Harley Quinn and Storm Trooper cosplayers.

GeekCon '25: Brave New World!

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Entire 4th Floor at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming

Age Group:

All Ages

Star Wars fan? Anime fan? Comic book fan? Pokémon fan? LIBRARY fan?If you answered yes to everything above (and even more not mentioned) join us for Downtown Library’s GeekCon 2025!

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Entire 4th Floor

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming

Event Description:

Star Wars fan? Anime fan? Comic book fan? Pokémon fan? LIBRARY fan?If you answered yes to everything above (and even more not mentioned) join us for Downtown Library’s GeekCon 2025!

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.

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

Giac Quang Lion Dance

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Outdoors (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library

Program Type:

Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program

Age Group:

All Ages

Join us as we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Giac Quang Lion Dancers.

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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Outdoors (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program

Event Description:

Join us as we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Giac Quang Lion Dancers.

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.

Understanding Native American Regalia

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment

Age Group:

All Ages

This is an educational and culturally immersive experience designed to give guests of all ages a firsthand look at the significance and beauty of Native American regalia.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment

Event Description:

This is an educational and culturally immersive experience designed to give guests of all ages a firsthand look at the significance and beauty of Native American regalia.

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.

Cancelled-Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Cancelled

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Cancelled

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.

Origami Cranes Creation

All Day

Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs

Event Description:

Come to the library this May for a fun and relaxing activity where you can make colorful origami paper cranes! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you, including lots of pretty papers and simple instructions to help you out.

How We Learn From The Past So We Can Truly Say 'Never Again, an afternoon with Michael Korenblit

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) at Downtown Library

Program Type:

Author Events, Cultural Experiences

Age Group:

All Ages, Adults

Michael Korenblit, through the lens of his childhood and development, discusses what it was like to be raised in a household of Holocaust survivors during Jim Crow and social segregation of races in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

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Registration Required

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)

Age Group: All Ages, Adults

Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences

Registration Required

Event Description:

Michael Korenblit, through the lens of his childhood and development, discusses what it was like to be raised in a household of Holocaust survivors during Jim Crow and social segregation of races in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

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

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