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Gettin’ By by Makin’ Do: Women’s Lives on the Great Plains during the Great Depression”- Women's History Month

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Gettin’ By by Makin’ Do: Women’s Lives on the Great Plains during the Great Depression”- Women's History Month 
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:
Gettin’ By by Makin’ Do: Women’s Lives on the Great Plains during the Great Depression”- Women's History Month 
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

How to Write a Poem

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Join Metro's first ever Poet Laureate Hallie Waugh for a fun workshop at your local library!
 
If you’ve ever wondered how poems are made (or wanted to try writing one yourself), this beginner-f
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Writing
Event Description:
Join Metro's first ever Poet Laureate Hallie Waugh for a fun workshop at your local library!
 
If you’ve ever wondered how poems are made (or wanted to try writing one yourself), this beginner-f

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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.

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.

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

Brayden and The Big Test by Tisha Clay - Author Visit

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Adults

Join us for a special read-aloud of Brayden and the Big Test, a story that explores the big feeli

Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us for a special read-aloud of Brayden and the Big Test, a story that explores the big feeli

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Poetry Workshop w/ Poet Laureate Hallie Waugh

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you're a poetry lover or feel like you don't quite "get" poetry, this session is for you.

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Whether you're a poetry lover or feel like you don't quite "get" poetry, this session is for you.

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

Nature's Open Book: Skeleton Saturday

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Onsite (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs, Museums at MLS
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults

Join us for a family-friendly day of skeleton fun! 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Join us for a family-friendly day of skeleton fun! 

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. 

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

Local Poets at the Library

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Downtown Library as we celebrate Poetry Month with a reading by local poets! We have invited poets from the Oklahoma City area to come together and showcase their talents for an afternoon poetry reading.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library as we celebrate Poetry Month with a reading by local poets! We have invited poets from the Oklahoma City area to come together and showcase their talents for an afternoon poetry reading.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Train to Muddy Waters

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate National Train Day with local author Lee Briix as he presents his acclaimed historical novel

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Edmond)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Writing
Event Description:

Celebrate National Train Day with local author Lee Briix as he presents his acclaimed historical novel

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

Michael Henson-Author Talk & Book Signing

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an author talk and book signing by former Mid-Del school teacher Michael Henson as he discusses his recently published book, Runaway Home. 

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Event Description:

Join us for an author talk and book signing by former Mid-Del school teacher Michael Henson as he discusses his recently published book, Runaway Home. 

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

Author Visit with Laura Vogt

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Oklahoma author, Laura Vogt, to discuss her new historical fiction novel, In the Great Quiet.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join Oklahoma author, Laura Vogt, to discuss her new historical fiction novel, In the Great Quiet.

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