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After-School Kids Club: Ultimate Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids

Are you up to the challenge of the Ultimate Scavenger Hunt? Work by yourself or in teams to complete a one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt that will take you throughout the children's area. This is NOT our usual scavenger hunt. It's more fun!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you up to the challenge of the Ultimate Scavenger Hunt? Work by yourself or in teams to complete a one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt that will take you throughout the children's area. This is NOT our usual scavenger hunt. It's more fun!

You, Me, and CHATGPT

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Curious about artificial intelligence or AI? Join us for a hands-on introduction to ChatGPT, a well known AI chat program.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Description:

Curious about artificial intelligence or AI? Join us for a hands-on introduction to ChatGPT, a well known AI chat program.

Bubble Playtime!

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us for Bubble Playtime-a fun and interactive program where kids can chase, pop, and create bubbles of all sizes. This program encourages play, gross motor skills, and sensory exploration. 

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

Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us for Bubble Playtime-a fun and interactive program where kids can chase, pop, and create bubbles of all sizes. This program encourages play, gross motor skills, and sensory exploration. 

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. 

Teen Book Bag

All Day 10/1 - 10/7
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1 - 10/12
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
Adults

Visit the library to complete a scavenger hunt exploring the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma. Stop by the second-floor reference desk to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. The sheet contains questions about the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Visit the library to complete a scavenger hunt exploring the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma. Stop by the second-floor reference desk to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. The sheet contains questions about the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma.

Baby Storytime at the Downtown Library, Wednesdays from 11am-12pm.

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, 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. 

Registration is recommended not required.

After-School Kids Club: History of the Jack-o-Lantern

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids

Note: Registration is encouraged but not required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Note: Registration is encouraged but not required.

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. 

Community and Coffee

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
Adults
Community and Coffee:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer question...

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out.

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

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

Children Reading to Dogs

Sunday, October 5, 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.

123! Play With Me!

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

After-School Kids Club: The Science of Circuits!

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us in exploring the fascinating world of science!

This week's theme is: The Science of Circuits! 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us in exploring the fascinating world of science!

This week's theme is: The Science of Circuits! 

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. 

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Commission Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings

Bubble Playtime!

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us for Bubble Playtime-a fun and interactive program where kids can chase, pop, and create bubbles of all sizes. This program encourages play, gross motor skills, and sensory exploration. 

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

Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us for Bubble Playtime-a fun and interactive program where kids can chase, pop, and create bubbles of all sizes. This program encourages play, gross motor skills, and sensory exploration. 

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. 

AltFest

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Entire 4th Floor at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Interested in the niche, alternative, underground, or atypical? Welcome to the event just right for you!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Entire 4th Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in the niche, alternative, underground, or atypical? Welcome to the event just right for you!

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

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by painting sugar skull planters on October 11 at 1:00PM at the Downtown Library. This program is for teens and adults. Registration is required.

Sugar Skull Planters for Hispanic Heritage Month

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in this creative workshop! Teens and adults are invited to decorate sugar skull (calaveras de azúcar) inspired flower pots, honoring a vibrant tradition from Mexican culture.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in this creative workshop! Teens and adults are invited to decorate sugar skull (calaveras de azúcar) inspired flower pots, honoring a vibrant tradition from Mexican culture.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

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Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

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Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Creative Mending Takehome Kit

10/14/2025 @ 1:00am to 10/20/2025 @ 12:00am
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This kit will teach you how to embroider your own jean patch for mending or accessorizing so you can have a fun and thrifty Halloween!

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

This kit will teach you how to embroider your own jean patch for mending or accessorizing so you can have a fun and thrifty Halloween!

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.

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

Baby Storytime at the Downtown Library, Wednesdays from 11am-12pm.

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, 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. 

After-School Kids Club: Slime Lab!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready for a slime-tastic time in Slime Lab! Kids will mix, stretch, and squish their own slime creations to take home. It’s a sensory adventure full of creativity, experimentation, and ooey-gooey fun!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Get ready for a slime-tastic time in Slime Lab! Kids will mix, stretch, and squish their own slime creations to take home. It’s a sensory adventure full of creativity, experimentation, and ooey-gooey fun!

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. 

Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Vendor Fair

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Interested in browsing some oddities or stocking up on your witchcraft supplies? Perhaps learn more from your local ghost hunter or tarot reader? You've come to the right place!

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

Interested in browsing some oddities or stocking up on your witchcraft supplies? Perhaps learn more from your local ghost hunter or tarot reader? You've come to the right place!

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

Paranormal Fest: Waning Moon

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us at the Downtown Library for our eighth annual Paranormal Fest, featuring guest experts, vendor booths, children's programming, and a movie marathon!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for our eighth annual Paranormal Fest, featuring guest experts, vendor booths, children's programming, and a movie marathon!

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

Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Local Hauntings

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Join Jeff Provine, author of the Haunted Oklahoma book series, for tales of local hauntings and urban legends!

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join Jeff Provine, author of the Haunted Oklahoma book series, for tales of local hauntings and urban legends!

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