Upcoming Events

Back to School Scavenger Hunt!

All Day 8/1–8/30

All Ages

Almonte Library

Library Branch: Almonte Library

Room: Onsite (Almonte)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Displays & Exhibits

Event Description:

Visit Almonte Library and participate in our "Back to School" Scavenger Hunt for the whole month of August!

Dog Days of Summer Scavenger Hunt

08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm

All Ages

Bethany Library

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Onsite (Bethany)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Family Programs

Event Description:

The dog days of summer have hit the library! Come see if you can sniff out all the pups and learn to identify some different dog breeds!

If you find them all, you get a 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.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm

All Ages

Southern Oaks Library

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.

Affirmation Animal Shelter

All Day 8/5–8/29

All Ages, Adults

Capitol Hill Library

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library

Room: Lobby (Capitol Hill)

Age Group: All Ages, Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

Stop by the library to "adopt" an affirmation animal that will help guide you through the school year!

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

Art Supplies Scavenger Hunt

All Day 8/8–8/29

All Ages

Southern Oaks Library

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Displays & Exhibits

Event Description:

Take a stroll around the library, and see if you can spot the fun art supplies on your way! The worksheet can be found at the engagement desk. Come back when you've found them all for a fun prize!

State Fair DIY Pennant Kit

08/18/2025 @ 12:15pm–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm

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, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Come make a DIY Pennant! The kit comes with everything you need! Sign up for the State Fair Raffle for a chance to win 4 tickets!

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, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing

Event Description:

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

DIY Mini State Fair Food

6:00pm–7:00pm

All Ages, Adults

Capitol Hill Library

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library

Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)

Age Group: All Ages, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies

Event Description:

Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied.

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

Summerween Art Party

4:00pm–5:30pm

All Ages

The Village Library

Registration Required

Library Branch: The Village Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences

Registration Required

Event Description:

Do you wish Halloween was already here? We do too! Here's our end-of-summer art party, with a theme that's only a little bit scary.

Spoticus Birthday Party!

3:30pm–5:00pm

All Ages

Bethany Library

Registration Required

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs

Registration Required

Event Description:

Spoticus, the Metropolitan Library System's friendly Dalmatian mascot, turns 22 on August 29th! Come to the library to say hi to Spoticus and celebrate him!

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.

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.

OKC Mobile Market

10:30am–11:30am

All Ages

Capitol Hill Library

Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library

Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

CANCELLED Dog Adoption Fair

11:00am–2:00pm

All Ages

Bethany Library

Cancelled

Cancelled

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Family Programs

Event Description:

Join two dog rescuesfor a heartwarming dog adoption event where wagging tails and wet noses are waiting to find their forever homes! We'll have an incredible group of adoptable dogs, from playful pups to calm companions, all eager to meet you.

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.

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

Library Scavenger Hunt

12:00pm–1:00pm

All Ages

Jones Library

Library Branch: Jones Library

Room: Passive Program (Jones)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Games & Gaming

OKC Mobile Market

12:30pm–1:30pm

All Ages

Warr Acres Library

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Character Creation Workshop

1:00pm–2:30pm

All Ages

Southern Oaks Library

Registration Required

Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library

Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Writing

Registration Required

Event Description:

Do you love table top RPGS? Are you a budding writer trying to up your character creation? Come join us at the Southern Oaks library for a fun and interactive group character creation workshop!

OKC Mobile Market

2:00pm–3:00pm

All Ages

Ralph Ellison Library

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Build a Care (Bear) - Take Home Kit

All Day 9/2–9/8

All Ages

Warr Acres Library

Library Branch: Warr Acres Library

Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Celebrate Share Your Care Day (September 9th) and create a foam plate Care Bear-like bear.

Supplies Needed - Scissors and Glue

Disclaimer(s)

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

"I Love My Library!" Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2–9/30

All Ages

Ralph Ellison Library

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library

Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Books & Reading

Event Description:

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September!

Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

9:00am–6:00pm

All Ages

Northwest Library

Library Branch: Northwest Library

Room: Onsite (Northwest)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Make a library at home! Pick this kit up that includes materials to recreate the Stockyards City Library in celebration of the 100th Centennial Celebration.

September Scavenger Hunt

9:00am–8:00pm

All Ages

Luther Library

Library Branch: Luther Library

Room: Passive Program (Luther)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs

Event Description:

Explore the Luther Library in a new way by completing the monthly scavenger hunt! Each month is a different theme and you earn a prize for finding all the hidden pictures.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm

All Ages

Southern Oaks Library

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.

¡Busca los platos de Latinoamérica! | Foods of Latin America Scavenger Hunt

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm

All Ages

Bethany Library

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Onsite (Bethany)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Family Programs

Event Description:

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país?

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.

LEGO Club

4:30pm–5:30pm

All Ages, Kids

Midwest City Library

Library Branch: Midwest City Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)

Age Group: All Ages, Kids

Program Type: Science & STEAM

Event Description:

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

Come build with us! We supply the bricks and you supply the imagination! This is a recurring event that takes place on the first Tuesday of each month at the Midwest City Library. Similar events take place at other locations.

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

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