All libraries will close at 6pm on Wednesday, December 31st and will reopen on Friday, Jan. 2.

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December Creative Writing Chapbook

12/26/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2025 @ 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!

December Mindfulness Journal

12/26/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2025 @ 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! 

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

12/26/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

Winter Favorites Teen Area Passive Program

12/26/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2025 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

Step into a snowy escape right in the teen area of the library! Help transform the space into a dazzling winter wonderland by sharing your favorite cozy reads, binge-worthy shows, and winter-themed movies.

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Step into a snowy escape right in the teen area of the library! Help transform the space into a dazzling winter wonderland by sharing your favorite cozy reads, binge-worthy shows, and winter-themed movies.

34 Foot Holiday Tree Display

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Come enjoy our 34 ft holiday tree and take photos with family and friends all season long. The holiday tree will be on display from December 2 to January 5. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come enjoy our 34 ft holiday tree and take photos with family and friends all season long. The holiday tree will be on display from December 2 to January 5. 

A sparkly disco ball sits next to the words Noon Year's Eve. A spotlight shines over them. Below, yellow lettering reads "Count down to 2026 with us, ending at noon". The time of the event is 10:30-noon on December 31st. Below is the Metro logo and the Village Library address.

Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Ring in the New Year with us in this all-ages event! We'll have fun for all ages, and at the end of our event we'll count down together to the stroke of 12 (noon) and wish everyone a Happy New Year! 

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Ring in the New Year with us in this all-ages event! We'll have fun for all ages, and at the end of our event we'll count down together to the stroke of 12 (noon) and wish everyone a Happy New Year! 

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

Baby Storytime!

Wednesday, December 31, 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. 

This flyer for a "Noon Year's Eve Dance Party" at the library features bright illustrations of balloons, confetti, and a large clock striking noon, set against a cheerful library backdrop with dancing children. Event details, including the date, time and activities like crafts, music, and a balloon drop, are displayed in bold, playful fonts.

Noon Year's Eve Dance Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Ring in the "Noon Year" with a high-energy, family-friendly dance bash at the library! Join us  for music, fun, and a countdown to 12:00 PM—perfect for little ones (and grown-ups) who can’t wait till midnight.

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

Ring in the "Noon Year" with a high-energy, family-friendly dance bash at the library! Join us  for music, fun, and a countdown to 12:00 PM—perfect for little ones (and grown-ups) who can’t wait till midnight.

Noon Year's Eve Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

The new year is on the horizon! Come celebrate with us at Almonte as we ring in the New Year a few hours early at a party designed for kids and their grown-ups!

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

The new year is on the horizon! Come celebrate with us at Almonte as we ring in the New Year a few hours early at a party designed for kids and their grown-ups!

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.

Noon Years Eve Countdown Dance Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - Happy NOON year! 

Can't stay up 'til midnight? No worries! Join us for a dance party and count down with us to 12 noon where we will have a New Year celebration!

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - Happy NOON year! 

Can't stay up 'til midnight? No worries! Join us for a dance party and count down with us to 12 noon where we will have a New Year celebration!

Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

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.

Chess Club for Adults!

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us for a chess club here at the Edmond Library! This is a special meeting for adults to come learn and play. We will do these regularly for the 18+ age group on the 5th Wednesdays throughout the year. Hope to see you there!

Registration Required
Registration will close on December 31, 2025 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come join us for a chess club here at the Edmond Library! This is a special meeting for adults to come learn and play. We will do these regularly for the 18+ age group on the 5th Wednesdays throughout the year. Hope to see you there!

Library Closes @ 6 PM

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, 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, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, All Locations

Library Closed

All Day
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, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, 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, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, All Locations

Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Harrah) at Harrah Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Harrah)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park) at Nicoma Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Luther) at Luther Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

Color The Library!

All Day 1/2 - 1/5
Children’s Area (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Winter is a gray time, come to the library and help add some color to our space! Stop by and color a popsicle stick or two. A librarian will arrange everyone's into a work of art to hang on the wall.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children’s Area (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Winter is a gray time, come to the library and help add some color to our space! Stop by and color a popsicle stick or two. A librarian will arrange everyone's into a work of art to hang on the wall.

Comic Book Club Registration

All Day 1/2 - 1/18
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens

Welcome to Comic Book Club, a place for comic fans aged 10-17 to enjoy one another's company and discuss all things comics!

Registration Required
Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 11:59pm.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to Comic Book Club, a place for comic fans aged 10-17 to enjoy one another's company and discuss all things comics!

Winter Book Subscription

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00am - 12:00pm
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well, this is just like that, except for free! And with library books!

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well, this is just like that, except for free! And with library books!

Adult Book Drop

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library!

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library!

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!

Book Drop Jr. Logo!

Book Drop Jr.

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Offsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Sign-up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) novel or chapter book and fun book goodies, then pick up your personalized book box at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

Register below to get started.

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Offsite (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign-up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) novel or chapter book and fun book goodies, then pick up your personalized book box at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month!

Register below to get started.

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!