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Take One, Leave One Puzzle Swap

All Day 1/3 - 1/5
Onsite (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Hiding inside until it gets warm again? We can help wile away those winter hours!  Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a cozy "new" one to enjoy fireside on snow days or frigid afternoons.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Hiding inside until it gets warm again? We can help wile away those winter hours!  Bring your gently used puzzle(s) to the library and take home a cozy "new" one to enjoy fireside on snow days or frigid afternoons.

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

Color Quest

All Day 1/3 - 1/23
Onsite (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Color Quest is a coloring contest for kids ages 3 - 18. Whether you're just starting to scribble or you're experenced, this is your chance to show off your coloring skills.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Registration Required
Event Description:

Color Quest is a coloring contest for kids ages 3 - 18. Whether you're just starting to scribble or you're experenced, this is your chance to show off your coloring skills.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 1/3 - 1/31
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coffee for the Community

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Space (Wright) at Stockyards City 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: Stockyards City 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 "Adults" group

Banned Book Club for Adults

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Shelf Watch Book Club

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2 (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewelry Crafting: Mobius Necklace

Saturday, January 3, 2026 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 chainmail necklace and earrings. This project uses jump rings formed into mobius units. No previous knowledge is required.

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 chainmail necklace and earrings. This project uses jump rings formed into mobius units. No previous knowledge is required.

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

Winter Reading (300-Piece) Jigsaw Puzzle Race

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 300-PIECE PUZZLE. If your team prefers a 500-piece puzzle, please look for that registration. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 300-PIECE PUZZLE. If your team prefers a 500-piece puzzle, please look for that registration. 

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

Winter Reading (500-Piece) Jigsaw Puzzle Race

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 500-PIECE PUZZLE. If your team prefers a 300-piece puzzle, please look for that registration. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR THE 500-PIECE PUZZLE. If your team prefers a 300-piece puzzle, please look for that registration. 

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

Portuguese Storytime

Saturday, January 3, 2026 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 "Teens" group

Guided Acrylic Painting: Forest Path

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a pathway deep in a forest. You will leave with a completed painting.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a pathway deep in a forest. You will leave with a completed painting.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

New Year's Time Capsules

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages

Happy New Year! Ring in 2026 with a new tradition by creating a hand-decorated time capsule. Collect all your best memories throughout the year (pictures, trinkets, ticket stubs, etc.) and open it up to revisit whenever you choose! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Happy New Year! Ring in 2026 with a new tradition by creating a hand-decorated time capsule. Collect all your best memories throughout the year (pictures, trinkets, ticket stubs, etc.) and open it up to revisit whenever you choose! 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Lego Block Party

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the legos, you provide the creativity!

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

Beaded Snake Take-Home Kit

01/04/2026 @ 12:00pm to 01/10/2026 @ 5:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, 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.

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

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

Sound Bath Meditation

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a relaxing Sound Bath Meditation with a certified yoga instructor.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a relaxing Sound Bath Meditation with a certified yoga instructor.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Paint & Sip

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a couple hours of painting and relaxation! We'll be guided through a step-by-step video tutorial by an artist to paint a masterpiece while we chat and enjoy some light refreshments. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a couple hours of painting and relaxation! We'll be guided through a step-by-step video tutorial by an artist to paint a masterpiece while we chat and enjoy some light refreshments. 

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.

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 "Adults" group

Creative Writing Sunday

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

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

The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Calling all young storytellers to our third annual Young Storytellers Workshop at the library! If you have a story to tell, pick up a set of submission guidelines from the Children's desk and submit the draft of your tale to us by December 21st.

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

Calling all young storytellers to our third annual Young Storytellers Workshop at the library! If you have a story to tell, pick up a set of submission guidelines from the Children's desk and submit the draft of your tale to us by 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 "Birth-PreK" group

New Year, New Readers: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Early Literacy Kit

All Day
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Start the year with a story!
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Start the year with a story!

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

New Year, New Readers: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Early Literacy Kit

All Day
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Start the year with a story!
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Start the year with a story!

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Mindfulness in the New Year: Journal Take Home Kit

01/05/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/11/2026 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Start the new year with intention, reflection, and a little peace. Our Mindfulness in the New Year: Journal Take-Home Kit is designed to help you slow down, breathe, and connect with yourself as you move into 2026.

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

Start the new year with intention, reflection, and a little peace. Our Mindfulness in the New Year: Journal Take-Home Kit is designed to help you slow down, breathe, and connect with yourself as you move into 2026.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room C (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, 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...

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

Storytime

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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

S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim! 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Come learn about the latest crimes/scams targeting seniors and how to avoid becoming a victim!