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Choose your room in the Haunted House

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages

Come check out our display and choose a spooky book to read from a basic description! We will have choices in all levels of spooky, from funny monster-themed to horror! Which one interests you?

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Come check out our display and choose a spooky book to read from a basic description! We will have choices in all levels of spooky, from funny monster-themed to horror! Which one interests 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

Eeek!tober at Bethany Library

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here.

Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.

 

Programs include:

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here.

Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.

 

Programs include:

HA-HA HALLOWEEN JOKE HUNT

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Children's Area (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

What do birds say on Halloween? 

Answer: Trick or tweet

 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

What do birds say on Halloween? 

Answer: Trick or tweet

 

Mythical Creatures Scavenger Hunt | ¡Busca las criaturas míticas!

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

October Literary Villains Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages

Have a spooky good time at the library by searching for literature's most notorious villains. Each week will feature five villains hidden amongst the shelves. Once you locate all five, come to the adult reference desk for a prize. 

Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Have a spooky good time at the library by searching for literature's most notorious villains. Each week will feature five villains hidden amongst the shelves. Once you locate all five, come to the adult reference desk for a prize. 

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2025 @ 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.

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2025 @ 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!

October Mindfulness Journal

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2025 @ 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! 

Life in a Rotting Log Passive Program

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

Have you ever wanted to know what happens when a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to see it? Step into the Ralph Ellison Library and watch a log as it slowly decomposes and is returned to the soil.

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to know what happens when a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to see it? Step into the Ralph Ellison Library and watch a log as it slowly decomposes and is returned to the soil.

Teen Book Bags

All Day 10/15 - 10/31
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
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!

Ofrenda

All Day 10/15 - 11/1
Onsite (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences
Age Group:
All Ages

Stop by the library and check out our ofrenda in celebration of Dia de los Muertos. Learn more about this special holiday and ofrenda tradition by  picking up on of our Dia de los Muertos informational coloring books. 

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Stop by the library and check out our ofrenda in celebration of Dia de los Muertos. Learn more about this special holiday and ofrenda tradition by  picking up on of our Dia de los Muertos informational coloring books. 

(Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags

All Day 10/20 - 10/31
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up!

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up!

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!

Día de los Muertos Community Display/Exhibición Comunitaria

All Day 10/24 - 11/2
Onsite (Capitol Hill) at Capitol Hill Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate the lives of those you love and remember. We invite you to contribute to our Día de los Muertos display by bringing a photo of a loved one who has passed away.

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Celebrate the lives of those you love and remember. We invite you to contribute to our Día de los Muertos display by bringing a photo of a loved one who has passed away.

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

Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit for Beginners

10/27/2025 @ 9:30am to 11/02/2025 @ 6:00pm
Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Come pick up a Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit, perfect for beginners and kids!
Enjoy the fun, colorful yarn as you create your very own hanging wall decoration. 

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Come pick up a Macramé Craft Take-Home Kit, perfect for beginners and kids!
Enjoy the fun, colorful yarn as you create your very own hanging wall decoration. 

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.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

seed library box

Seed Library

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prepare for a colorful 2026 growing season by planting wildflower seeds now. Let's support those pollinators together! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too!

Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Prepare for a colorful 2026 growing season by planting wildflower seeds now. Let's support those pollinators together! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too!

Spooktacular Storytime

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Please join us for a SPOOKY storytime!

You and your little ones are invited to a fun-filled event featuring not-so-spooky stories, silly songs, and engaging activities perfect for toddlers.

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Please join us for a SPOOKY storytime!

You and your little ones are invited to a fun-filled event featuring not-so-spooky stories, silly songs, and engaging activities perfect for toddlers.

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. 

Halloween Storytime

Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade!

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB (Village) at The Village Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

Join us for a spooky storytime, dance party, and costume parade on Halloween at the Village Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and come read some not-so-spooky books with us.

Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join us for a spooky storytime, dance party, and costume parade on Halloween at the Village Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and come read some not-so-spooky books with us.

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. 

Halloween Storytime and Parade

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Join us for a Halloween themed storytime!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a Halloween themed storytime!

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.

Library Scavenger Hunt

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

Kids Cafe Friyay

Friday, October 31, 2025 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!

Cancelled
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

Chess Club

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (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 A (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.

Dreadlocked: Escape the Apocalypse

Friday, October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Room (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

You’ve survived escape rooms. You’ve played role-playing games. But can you handle both at once… during a zombie apocalypse?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

You’ve survived escape rooms. You’ve played role-playing games. But can you handle both at once… during a zombie apocalypse?

November 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.