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Zine Canteen

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

This event is in the "Adults" group

U.S. Citizenship

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoom (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

123! Play With Me!

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
123! Play with Me!:

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books...

Playtime will be followed by a short storytime just for you and your baby.

This is a recurring event. This event is held at multiple libraries.

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

123! Play with Me! is a four-week series for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Fun and play-based, this program provides an environment rich with toys, books, and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make new friends, and talk one-on-one with early childhood and family support specialists.

Playtime will be followed by a short storytime just for you and your baby.

This is a recurring event. This event is held at multiple libraries.

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

Harrah Story Time

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
In-Library (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
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...

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, 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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
1st Floor Programming (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.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 1st Floor Programming (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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Art Smart Tweens (Ages 8-12)

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids

Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material!

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love painting, drawing, sculpting, or just being creative? Then join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2PM to learn about a new art method or material!

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

Page-to-Screen Book Club

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you love to read books and watch movies? Do you love to discuss both? Then you should join us for our Page-to-Screen Book Club where we will read a book each month and then meet to watch the movie adaptation of that book.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 8, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love to read books and watch movies? Do you love to discuss both? Then you should join us for our Page-to-Screen Book Club where we will read a book each month and then meet to watch the movie adaptation of that book.

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

Kids Cafe Friyay

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

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 "All Ages" group

Chess Club

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (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.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

The Village Teen Book Club: The Betrothed by Kiera Cass

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Book Clubs:

Are you a book-a-holic? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy thought-provoking, teen-led discussions at your neighborhood library.

The first 5 teens to register for this book club this month, get a copy of the book to read and keep.  Come out and eat some snacks and discuss the best and worst parts of this month's book selection: The Betrothed.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 8, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you a book-a-holic? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy thought-provoking, teen-led discussions at your neighborhood library.

The first 5 teens to register for this book club this month, get a copy of the book to read and keep.  Come out and eat some snacks and discuss the best and worst parts of this month's book selection: The Betrothed.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Wildlife Walks

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Join the Midwest City library for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join the Midwest City library for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

123! Play With Me!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 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.

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

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.

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 "All Ages" group

Knitty Committee

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All Ages

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

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

Portuguese Storytime

Saturday, May 9, 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 "Adults" group

Your Next Chapter: Planning Your Estate Workshop

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Morefield Law leads you through a workshop to prepare for your future, including power of attorneys, estate planning, and wills. 

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Morefield Law leads you through a workshop to prepare for your future, including power of attorneys, estate planning, and wills. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Make Your Own Puzzle

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Love to draw?  Love to do puzzles?  Now you can do both and Make Your Own Puzzle!  Create an art piece on a set of puzzle pieces that you can keep!

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love to draw?  Love to do puzzles?  Now you can do both and Make Your Own Puzzle!  Create an art piece on a set of puzzle pieces that you can keep!

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

Build It!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo table? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Storytime Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo table? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

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

Classic Swing Big Band: Celebrate 250!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Get ready to enjoy fun and fast-paced music with the Classic Swing Big Band! Come immerse yourself in the big brass-y, high energy sounds of swing music and get your boogie woogie on!

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Get ready to enjoy fun and fast-paced music with the Classic Swing Big Band! Come immerse yourself in the big brass-y, high energy sounds of swing music and get your boogie woogie on!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Guided Acrylic Painting: Butterfly

Saturday, May 9, 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 dazzling butterfly. You will leave with a completed painting.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
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 dazzling butterfly. You will leave with a completed painting.

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

Make Brigadeiros, Brazilian Birthday Candy

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Learn to make this traditional Brazilian birthday candy made from condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter which is cooked and rolled into bite-sized balls, often coated in chocolate sprinkles.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn to make this traditional Brazilian birthday candy made from condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter which is cooked and rolled into bite-sized balls, often coated in chocolate sprinkles.

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. 

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.

The library does not inspect or monitor the ingredients or preparation methods of the homemade goods brought by participants. The library assumes no responsibility for the homemade goods and gives no representations or warranties as to the homemade goods. Please be advised that exposure to food allergens is possible. Attendees touching or consuming homemade food or goods do so at their own risk.  Attendees shall hold the Library harmless from any loss, cost, claim, injury, illness, damage or liability sustained or related to homemade foods or goods. 

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

Introduction to Japanese: Learn Katakana!

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Learn Katakana, one of three parts of the Japanese writing system! This is an engaging, beginner-friendly 60-minute introduction with reading, writing, and interactive practice for tweens and teens aged 10–18.

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn Katakana, one of three parts of the Japanese writing system! This is an engaging, beginner-friendly 60-minute introduction with reading, writing, and interactive practice for tweens and teens aged 10–18.

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.

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

Suminagashi Paper Marbling

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come to the Choctaw Library and experience the ancient art of Japanese paper marbling. Suminagashi is an ancient technique of floating inks on top of water to create beautiful swirling patterns on paper.

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the Choctaw Library and experience the ancient art of Japanese paper marbling. Suminagashi is an ancient technique of floating inks on top of water to create beautiful swirling patterns on paper.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Estate Planning Conversation

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in for a free, confidential one-on-one session with Morefield Law.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Drop in for a free, confidential one-on-one session with Morefield Law.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Estate Planning 1-1 Conversation

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in for a free, confidential one-on-one session with Morefield Law.

Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Drop in for a free, confidential one-on-one session with Morefield Law.