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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SO's Pen Pals Spring 2026

01/20/2026 @ 12:00pm–03/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Small Wonders

All Day 1/28–3/16
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Secret Underground Railroad Quilt Patterns Passive Program and Display

All Day 2/1–2/28
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Check out our Underground Railroad Quilts passive program and display to learn about the secret quilt codes that guided freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Then, color your own quilt block and add it to our community quilt.

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

Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 2/1–2/28
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 annual 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.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Earth Day 2026: Kids Get a Free Tree!

02/01/2026 @ 9:00am–03/15/2026 @ 9:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Del City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

We're partnering with Neighborhood Forest to give free trees to kids to plant on Earth Day (April 22, 2026)! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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This event is in the "Kids" group
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Fan Fiction/ Fan Art Contest Submissions

All Day 2/2–3/20
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Writing
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Beetle Collection Kits

All Day 2/5–2/27
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Belle Isle)
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?

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

Bug Hotel Kits

All Day 2/5–2/27
Kids, Teens
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!
This event is in the "Kids" group

Take-Home Kit: Young Engineers, Build the Tallest Tower!

All Day 2/16–2/27
Kids
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

***This is a Take-Home Kit for the 01/26/2026 event that had to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Disclaimer(s)

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Beetle Collection Take Home Kit

All Day 2/23–2/27
Kids
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: 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?

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Bug Hotel Take-Home Kit 

All Day 2/23–2/28
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!

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 "Kids" group

Through a Bug's Eye (Ages 6-10)

All Day 2/23–3/1
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
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?

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

February STEAM-tastic Surprise Take Home Kit

All Day 2/24–3/1
Kids, Teens
Stockyards City Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Stockyards City Library
Room: Take-Home Kit (Stockyards City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

The STEAMtastic Surprise is a hands-on, educational kit designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

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.

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!

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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Tuesdays Together

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, 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!

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschool Coding Club

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join the Warr Acres Homeschool Code Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more!

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 "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

CANCELLED: Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

3:30pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 

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

Homework Help at the Library

3:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help
Event Description:

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Insect Adventure

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Coding Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join the Warr Acres Coding Club and learn how to write code, create websites, design games, apps, and more!

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 "Kids" group

Homework & Reading Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Kids
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help
Event Description:

Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice.

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 "Kids" group

Insect Adventure

5:00pm–5:45pm
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Choctaw-Nicoma Park Schools’ Family STEM Night

5:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Offsite (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
This event is in the "Kids" group

Cocoa, Crafts, & Cozy Stories

6:00pm–6:45pm
Kids
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a cozy night of cocoa, crafts, and a comforting story. Elementary-aged kids ages 4+ and their adults will hear a story by a librarian while sipping hot cocoa and then enjoy related crafts.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Insect Adventure

6:00pm–6:45pm
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Come meet Oklahoma's only live bug petting zoo! Meet more than 25 species of living arthropods as well as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining professional entomologist to walk you through your arthropod exploration and handling.