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The Legacy of Buffalo Soldiers

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, Film & Movies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a special program honoring the Buffalo Soldiers, the African American regiments of the U.S. Army first formed in 1866.

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

The Divine Nine: HBCU Sororities and Fraternities

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come learn about the Divine Nine: Black Greek Letter Organizations and their rich history in shaping culture at HBCU's.

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

Backstage books! - Library Tour

11:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 11:30am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Community & Civics
Registration Required
Event Description:

Every wondered what is beyond the closed door at the library? Where do the books go and how do they get there? These and so many more questions answered at our tour!

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

Ralph Ellison: More Than Invisible

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Join author Quraysh Ali Lansana as he walks children through the life story of Ralph Ellison, an Oklahoma City native and important American writer.

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

Tiny Love: Smartphone Macro Photography Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 21, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:
Discover a whole new world of beauty hiding in plain sight! Whether you're crushing on beetles or sweet on butterflies, this hands-on workshop will teach you to capture stunning close-up photos using just your smartphone.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

High Horse: The Black Cowboy Conversation

2:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 22, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:
Join us for an enlightening event inspired by the groundbreaking documentary High Horse: The Black Cowboy.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Genealogy 101: Beginners Guide to African American Family Research

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 22, 2026 @ 12:55pm.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Take the first steps toward uncovering your family’s past in this beginner-friendly genealogy workshop.

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

The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop

4:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Calling all young storytellers to our third annual Young Storytellers Workshop at the library! If you have a story to tell, pick up a set of submission guidelines from the Children's desk and submit the draft of your tale to us by December 21st.

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Bug Hotels

All Day
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Insects need a safe space to live in the winter!

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEM Club - Paper Marbling

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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

Quilting & Crafting

11:00am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Homeschool Hangout

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs
Event Description:

Calling all teen readers! Join us at the Choctaw Library for Teen Homeschool Hangout! Make crafts, play games, discover new books, and socialize with kids your own age.

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

Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

3:30pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

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: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

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

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

STEM Club - Paper Marbling

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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

After School Hangout

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us two Mondays a month for an array of after-school activities. School-aged children and teens only!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Afternoon

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Urban Poets: Movie Night for Black History Month

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

February is Black History Month, so we will be watching a film called Black Indians: An American Story and discussing it.
There will also be a poetry contest.

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

Experience OKC's Black History with Black Living Legacy

6:30pm–8:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs
Event Description:

Celebrate Black History Month with Black Living Legacy!

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 "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.