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Scrabble Tile Key Chain Take Home Kit

All Day 11/1 - 11/14
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Make a keychain charm of scrabble tiles with your name on it! Come to the front desk at Almonte to sign up for our Scrabble Tile Keychain Take Home Kit and put down whatever name you want to make with your keychain.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make a keychain charm of scrabble tiles with your name on it! Come to the front desk at Almonte to sign up for our Scrabble Tile Keychain Take Home Kit and put down whatever name you want to make with your keychain.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Honor Our Veterans! Northwest Community Board

All Day 11/1 - 11/22
Online (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics
Age Group:
All Ages

Do you know a Veteran or want to thank him or her for their service? Help us celebrate them by filling out a card and posting it on our gratitude board. Feel free to share a memory or photo of your favorite Veteran as well! 

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Online (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Do you know a Veteran or want to thank him or her for their service? Help us celebrate them by filling out a card and posting it on our gratitude board. Feel free to share a memory or photo of your favorite Veteran as well! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Take Home Kit: Native American Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 11/1 - 11/25
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's newest trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's newest trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 11/1 - 11/25
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

November Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Take Home Kit Pashofa Crockpot:

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/09/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to make an easy crockpot version of the Choctaw and Chickasaw dish of pashofa (tanchi labona). Each kit comes with hominy, instructions, and other relevant information. 

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

Learn how to make an easy crockpot version of the Choctaw and Chickasaw dish of pashofa (tanchi labona). Each kit comes with hominy, instructions, and other relevant information. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pages & Prose Parcel

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/15/2025 @ 9:00pm
Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Juncior Fiction.

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

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Juncior Fiction.

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.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

November Creative Writing Chapbook

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

November Mindfulness Journal

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop APPLICATIONS

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Does your child love to tell stories? If your 2nd through 8th grader has a story to tell, we are accepting applications for PICTURE BOOK STORIES written by children through December 21st.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Does your child love to tell stories? If your 2nd through 8th grader has a story to tell, we are accepting applications for PICTURE BOOK STORIES written by children through December 21st.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

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.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
All Ages 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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

123! Play With Me!

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest 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: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Shelf Watch Book Club

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! 

 

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate Foraging

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Offsite (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us as Josiah Parrish, of ForestDigital Outdoors, leads a guided walk through

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Offsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us as Josiah Parrish, of ForestDigital Outdoors, leads a guided walk through

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting, Crochet, and Fiber Arts

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

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

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewelry Crafting: Winter Necklace

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Adults 16+ Come join us in creating a winter necklace made with faux pearls. You will learn the pattern and also how to bead wire, make loops, string beads, and attach to jump rings. You will be learning a craft alongside new skills.
 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adults 16+ Come join us in creating a winter necklace made with faux pearls. You will learn the pattern and also how to bead wire, make loops, string beads, and attach to jump rings. You will be learning a craft alongside new skills.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Babysitting 101

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Teens ages 12-18, do you want to set up your own babysitting business? Do you have younger siblings your parents need you to watch? Then, Babysitting 101 is the program for you!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens ages 12-18, do you want to set up your own babysitting business? Do you have younger siblings your parents need you to watch? Then, Babysitting 101 is the program for you!

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.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Portuguese Storytime

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Does your family speak Portuguese or are you interested in hearing a Portuguese storytime? Bring your family to a storytime where Portuguese will be the language spoken and books will be read in Portuguese. 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Does your family speak Portuguese or are you interested in hearing a Portuguese storytime? Bring your family to a storytime where Portuguese will be the language spoken and books will be read in Portuguese. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

D&D with Judd

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

This is a continuation from our D&D for Beginners.   The adventures continue their adventures of learning how to play D&D. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is a continuation from our D&D for Beginners.   The adventures continue their adventures of learning how to play D&D.