BRANCH HOURS UPDATE:

From Feb. 23-26 and March 2-6, the Patience S. Latting Northwest Library will close at 7 p.m. for carpet replacement.

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Flowerbed Fill-up!!

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Outside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Hello! Come by the Bethany Library on Saturday, May 23rd, as we get our front flowerbed in shape for the summer! Kids will be allowed to plant a flower of their choosing, and leave with a take-home kit for a garden marker!

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outside (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Outdoor Program, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Hello! Come by the Bethany Library on Saturday, May 23rd, as we get our front flowerbed in shape for the summer! Kids will be allowed to plant a flower of their choosing, and leave with a take-home kit for a garden marker!

This event is in the "Kids" group

AAPI Storytime & Snack Adventure

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids

Pack your imagination—we’re taking a storytime trip across Asia and the Pacific!

Join us for an extra‑fun celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) stories, flavors, and traditions.

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 9, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pack your imagination—we’re taking a storytime trip across Asia and the Pacific!

Join us for an extra‑fun celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) stories, flavors, and traditions.

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. 

There is no guarantee that foods served at this program have not come into contact with tree nuts, soybean, dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts or other allergens. Accordingly, neither the Library nor Thick Descriptions will assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with at this program or any harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "Kids" group

STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition

Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us every Monday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition!

Cancelled
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us every Monday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition!

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 "Kids" group

Summer Bucket List Take Home Kit

All Day 5/26 - 5/31
Online + Curbside (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Is it just me, or does it sometimes feel like summer takes forever to get here, and then the next thing you know it’s passed in the blink of an eye? And you are left wondering…what did I do? Did I make the most of the summer months?

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Is it just me, or does it sometimes feel like summer takes forever to get here, and then the next thing you know it’s passed in the blink of an eye? And you are left wondering…what did I do? Did I make the most of the summer months?

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Toddler 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: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Birth-PreK" group

123! Play With Me!

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village 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: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
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 "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Adults" group

Bethany Book Club - Rescheduled Feb 3rd

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Book Clubs:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjo...

Bethany Book Club is here! The club meets the last Tuesday of every month, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 

January's Book is Typewriter Beach by Meg Waite Clayton.

February's Book is Erasure by Percival Everett.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Bethany Book Club is here! The club meets the last Tuesday of every month, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 

January's Book is Typewriter Beach by Meg Waite Clayton.

February's Book is Erasure by Percival Everett.

This event is in the "Adults" group

SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.

Registration Required
Registration will open on May 11, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jones Book Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Game Day & More

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens

It's teen time at the library! Come join in on the fun every other Tuesday while we play video games, board games, be crafty, techy, or just hang out and make new friends! Have an idea for a teen program? We want to hear from you!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

It's teen time at the library! Come join in on the fun every other Tuesday while we play video games, board games, be crafty, techy, or just hang out and make new friends! Have an idea for a teen program? We want to hear from you!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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

Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department (Screenings)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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

Fiber Arts Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group

U.S. Citizenship Class

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom - CLC (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education
Age Group:
Adults

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm-8:00pm.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Zoom - CLC (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm-8:00pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Space

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Looking to improve your English speaking skills? Join us at the Jones Library and practice ESL through conversation!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Play and Read

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) at Belle Isle Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Enjoy a come and go playtime as we take a pause from our regular recurring Early Childhood programming. The room will feature a wide variety of toys as well as a selection of new picture books to choose from. 

Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Enjoy a come and go playtime as we take a pause from our regular recurring Early Childhood programming. The room will feature a wide variety of toys as well as a selection of new picture books to choose from. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Way Fun Wednesday: Sensory Stations

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Place (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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

Come play with us on Way Fun Wednesdays!

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

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. 

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

Total Wellness with OKC County Health Department

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Forum (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

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 "Birth-PreK" group

Wiggly Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Almonte) at Almonte Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us  as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Join us  as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

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. 

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