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January Creative Writing Chapbook

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
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!

January Mindfulness Journal

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
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! 

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
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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!

Community Gratitude Paper Quilt - Passive Program

All Day 1/5 - 1/31
Onsite (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Start the new year off with gratitude. Come to the library and create your own gratitude square to add to our community paper quilt. We’ll have paper and markers for you to share what you’re grateful for at the start of this year! 

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Start the new year off with gratitude. Come to the library and create your own gratitude square to add to our community paper quilt. We’ll have paper and markers for you to share what you’re grateful for at the start of this year! 

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.

Mystery Craft Kits

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Main Area (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Get creative with a surprise craft! Each kit includes mystery materials and instructions for a fun, hands-on project. Pick one up and see what you’ll make! First come first served, don't delay!

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Main Area (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Get creative with a surprise craft! Each kit includes mystery materials and instructions for a fun, hands-on project. Pick one up and see what you’ll make! First come first served, don't delay!

Chart Your Course Scavenger Hunt | Búsqueda de tesoros: Traza tu curso

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

Navigate around the children's area and use your map to mark where you found the different symbols! This scavenger hunt helps grow and develop awareness and map skills. Return to the desk for a special prize!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Navigate around the children's area and use your map to mark where you found the different symbols! This scavenger hunt helps grow and develop awareness and map skills. Return to the desk for a special prize!

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.

pen pals

SO's Pen Pals Spring 2026

01/20/2026 @ 12:00pm to 03/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
Online (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

New Year Intention Jars Take Home Kit

All Day 1/21 - 1/31
Onsite (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Start the new year with creativity and intention!

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Start the new year with creativity and intention!

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!

small wonders

Through Big Eyes Take Home Kit

01/23/2026 @ 10:00am to 02/09/2026 @ 8:45pm
Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Through a Bug's Eyes

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Through a Bug's Eyes

Beetle Collection Kit (Ages 5-10)

All Day 1/26 - 2/1
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Through a Bug's Eyes Take Home Kit

All Day 1/26 - 2/1
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

Geography Magazine Adventure! Take-Home Kits

01/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Explore vintage geography magazines with fun scavenger hunts, puzzles, project prompts and writing supplies. Find out more about what geography is and what geographers study!

Available while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Explore vintage geography magazines with fun scavenger hunts, puzzles, project prompts and writing supplies. Find out more about what geography is and what geographers study!

Available while supplies last. 

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.

Beetle Collection Kit 

01/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/02/2026 @ 9:00pm
Online + Curbside (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

Small Wonders Exhibit logo - Two bugs with the words Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

Through a Bug's Eyes Take Home Kit

01/27/2026 @ 9:30am to 01/31/2026 @ 4:30pm
Take-Home Kit (Stockyards City) at Stockyards City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Take-Home Kit (Stockyards City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

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.

Garden Planning Take-Home Kit

All Day 1/28 - 2/3
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

Plan your garden for the year with our garden planning notebook. This kit starts a series of kits aimed at growing your very own container garden. You can also use it to expand or start your own backyard garden.  

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Plan your garden for the year with our garden planning notebook. This kit starts a series of kits aimed at growing your very own container garden. You can also use it to expand or start your own backyard garden.  

Disclaimer(s)

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

Through a Bug's Eyes Take Home Kit

All Day 1/28 - 2/21
Onsite (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes? 

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes? 

Small Wonders

All Day 1/28 - 3/16
Atrium (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids

In the air, water, and even under foot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem on earth.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

In the air, water, and even under foot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem on earth.

Children Reading to Dogs

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, 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: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help

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.

Adult D&D

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join?

Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join?

Intermediate English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room D (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Introductory English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en esta clase posible gracias a Community Literacy Centers. Esta clase de nivel introductorio se reúne todos los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:00pm.

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

Teen & Tween D&D - Spring Session

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Thursdays as we begin or continue campaigns with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Your adventure awaits you at the Edmond Library in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens & tweens! Join us Thursdays as we begin or continue campaigns with our experienced Dungeon Masters.

Vinyl Record & Art Night

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

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

Join us an evening of Vinyl Record Listening & Art!
Bring in your own vinyl records to spin while creating some art!
Art Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring in your own project to work on if desired.

U.S. Citizenship

Thursday, January 29, 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.

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.