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The Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 25 and 2:30pm on Sunday, April 26, due to the Memorial Marathon.

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Jones Book Club

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

small group of people

ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

mushrooms

Backyard Culinary Mushrooms

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Join us to learn about how to grow culinary mushrooms in your own backyard. The class will be presented by Mason Huddleston, OSU Extension Agriculture & 4-H Educator. 

Registration Required
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us to learn about how to grow culinary mushrooms in your own backyard. The class will be presented by Mason Huddleston, OSU Extension Agriculture & 4-H Educator. 

seed library box

Seed Library

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

Passive coloring craft for kids

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Storytime

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Therapy dogs DeeDee and Sophie

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
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.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
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.

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. 

Game Night

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Hobbit Door DIY

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-Earth at the Choctaw Library and add a touch of whimsy to your home with your very own DIY hobbit door creation!

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-Earth at the Choctaw Library and add a touch of whimsy to your home with your very own DIY hobbit door creation!

small group of people

ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Storytime

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

SPICE CHRONICLES CH 17: BLACKENED

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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.

Therapy dogs DeeDee and Sophie

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
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.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
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.

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. 

Game Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Library Closed

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Southern Oaks Library, Stockyards City Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, All Locations
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Southern Oaks Library, Stockyards City Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, All Locations
Cover of Prairie Fires by Caroline Fraser

Jones Book Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

small group of people

ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

two chickens walking

Backyard Chickens

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Interested in learning how to keep a flock of backyard chickens? Get started by joining us in this class presented by Mason Huddleston, OSU Extension Agriculture & 4-H Educator. 

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 27, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in learning how to keep a flock of backyard chickens? Get started by joining us in this class presented by Mason Huddleston, OSU Extension Agriculture & 4-H Educator. 

seed library box

Seed Library

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Time to grow! Check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. The seed library is available before and during the 2026 growing season. Also, seed donations are accepted and welcomed!

Library Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
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.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
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.

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. 

Storytime

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Drawing Prehistoric Creatures and Cavemen

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Pulling inspiration from the great Joe Kubert, Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to draw a dynamic comic cover with heroic figures interacting with giant lizards and dinosaurs!

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

Pulling inspiration from the great Joe Kubert, Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to draw a dynamic comic cover with heroic figures interacting with giant lizards and dinosaurs!

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

small group of people

ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!