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Baby Storytime!

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
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. 

Wiggly Wednesdays

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Almonte Library
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

Wiggly Wednesdays SIGNUP REQUIRED

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Belle Isle Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
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. 

After-School Kids Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Explore your creative side after school at the library with the After-School Kids Club! Stop by every Wednesday for an amazing new activity focusing on a variety of themes, including arts and crafts, science and beyond.

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. 

Kids Cafe with Arts & Crafts

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Enjoy a tasty meal provided by the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, then get creative with exciting Arts & Crafts. Each week brings a new activity, so there's always something fun to do while spending time with friends.

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

Storytellers Beyond the Book

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come along with us as we explore storytelling beyond words! 

This month, we're looking at Henry Selick's stop-motion animation.

¡Canta Conmigo!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

Homework Help and Reading Buddies

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Continuing Education, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Wednesdays to practice reading with a volunteer or get help with your homework.

Register now or walk in's welcome.

Baby Playtime (0-24 months)

9:30am–10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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!

Toddler Time

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Music with Ginger

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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. 

Preschool Time (Ages 3.5-5)

10:30am–11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

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. 

Spooktacular Storytime & Parade

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for our annual Spooktacular Storytime & Parade at the Downtown Library! Dress up in your favorite costume and read some "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. 

Putting It All Together

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Learn the basics of assembling electronics: Soldering, crimping connectors, and making sure that your circuit is closed. 

BattleBots

6:30pm–8:00pm
Kids, Teens
Del City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you have what it takes to create the ultimate BattleBot? Attendees will team up to engineer their own unique bot using Dash robots and some surprising supplies!
Ages 10 -14, registration required.

Children Reading to Dogs

6:30pm–8:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (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.

Spooktacular Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Warr Acres Library
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 and Costume Parade!

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
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

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
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.

Homeschool Hangout

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
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

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
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

Take Home Kit: Native American Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 11/1–11/25
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's newest trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.

Pages & Prose Parcel

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am–11/15/2025 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 8 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Juncior Fiction.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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!

Cards for Veterans

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am–11/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs
Event Description:

In honor of Veterans Day, join our community in showing gratitude to those who have served. Stop by the library to create a heartfelt card or note.