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Community Gratitude Paper Quilt - Passive Program

All Day 1/5–1/31
All Ages
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Onsite (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Start the new year off with gratitude. Come to the library and create your own gratitude square to add to our community paper quilt. We’ll have paper and markers for you to share what you’re grateful for at the start of this year! 

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 event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off

All Day 1/20–1/23
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Edmond Library is accepting donations for a community craft supply swap that will take place on January 24 from 9-5. 

Accepted new or gently used items include (but are certainly not limited to):

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chart Your Course Scavenger Hunt | Búsqueda de tesoros: Traza tu curso

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am–01/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Continuing Education, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Navigate around the children's area and use your map to mark where you found the different symbols! This scavenger hunt helps grow and develop awareness and map skills. Return to the desk for a special prize!

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.

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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 open on January 20, 2026 @ 9:52am.
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

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

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.

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.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Cheese Lovers Unite!

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

Feeling Bleu that National Cheese Lover's Day is over? Keep the celebration going at the Bethany Library with your fellow Cheese enthusiasts!

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 event is in the "All Ages" group

Oklahoma Action Chorus

6:30pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Lobby (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Action Chorus is an all-ages community space that centers visions of a better world by celebrating anthems of working peoples' movements.

Join us for hot chocolate, cider, and good music!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Origami Hour: Winter Animals

6:30pm–8:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Come make origami with us! We'll have models for beginners as well as experienced folders and help from our resident origami expert. Our theme is winter animals, like polar bears and penguins, but you can try your hand at anything you wish.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Color Quest: Voting

All Day 1/24–1/29
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Midwest City Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Voting is now open! Visit the lobby at the Midwest City Library to vote for your favorite artwork. You may vote for your favorite artwork once. Additional votes will not be counted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Craft Supply Swap

9:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us for a fun and sustainable way to refresh your craft stash! The Community Craft Supply Swap is a free event where artists, crafters, and makers can bring gently used or unused craft supplies to share—and find new treasures to take home.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Mini Inflatables with Katelynn Knick

10:00am–11:00am
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 24, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn about the art of inflatables from local artist Katelynn Knick!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Create our Community Mosaic!

2:30pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Del City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 25, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

The August 2025 Culture Crew Participants began creating a Community Mosaic.  The puzzle pieces already created at this time are being displayed at the Del City 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.

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

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Geography Magazine Adventure! Take-Home Kits

01/26/2026 @ 9:00am–01/30/2026 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Explore vintage geography magazines with fun scavenger hunts, puzzles, project prompts and writing supplies. Find out more about what geography is and what geographers study!

Available while supplies last. 

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 event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pokemon Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

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

Garden Planning for Beginners

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

This class teaches how to set up a garden planning journal and the accompanying kit includes everything you need! Registration is not required, please come even if you haven't signed up.

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

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

Garden Planning Take-Home Kit

All Day 1/28–2/3
All Ages, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Plan your garden for the year with our garden planning notebook. This kit starts a series of kits aimed at growing your very own container garden. You can also use it to expand or start your own backyard garden.  

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Puzzle Swap

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring a puzzle or just take one home! Puzzles must be in their original box, have all their pieces, and be in good condition. 

Find our puzzle swap table inside the library beside the Reference desk. Happy trading! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.