This event is in the "Kids" group Sep-Oct 2025 Papel Picado Garland Take Home Kit 09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group Sep-Oct 2025 Papel Picado Garland Take Home Kit 09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 9:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included. Disclaimer(s) We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required). It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 - 12 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/1–10/12 Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 - 12 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/1–10/12 Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Visit the library to complete a scavenger hunt exploring the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma. Stop by the second-floor reference desk to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. The sheet contains questions about the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 11 2025 Sat Bubble Playtime! 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 11 2025 Sat Bubble Playtime! 11:00am–12:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us for Bubble Playtime-a fun and interactive program where kids can chase, pop, and create bubbles of all sizes. This program encourages play, gross motor skills, and sensory exploration. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 11 2025 Sat AltFest 11:00am–4:00pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 11 2025 Sat AltFest 11:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Entire 4th Floor Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: Interested in the niche, alternative, underground, or atypical? Welcome to the event just right for 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
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 11 2025 Sat Sugar Skull Planters for Hispanic Heritage Month 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 11 2025 Sat Sugar Skull Planters for Hispanic Heritage Month 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom AB (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in this creative workshop! Teens and adults are invited to decorate sugar skull (calaveras de azúcar) inspired flower pots, honoring a vibrant tradition from Mexican culture. Disclaimer(s) 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!
This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 12 2025 Sun Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond 2:00pm–3:30pm Kids Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 12 2025 Sun Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond 2:00pm–3:30pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!
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This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 - 20 2025 Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Creative Mending Takehome Kit 10/14/2025 @ 1:00am–10/20/2025 @ 12:00am Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 - 20 2025 Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Creative Mending Takehome Kit 10/14/2025 @ 1:00am–10/20/2025 @ 12:00am Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: This kit will teach you how to embroider your own jean patch for mending or accessorizing so you can have a fun and thrifty Halloween! Disclaimer(s) The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms. 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 Oct 15 2025 Wed Baby Storytime! 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK Downtown Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Baby Storytime! 11:00am–12:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 15 2025 Wed After-School Kids Club: Slime Lab! 3:30pm–4:30pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 15 2025 Wed After-School Kids Club: Slime Lab! 3:30pm–4:30pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM Event Description: Get ready for a slime-tastic time in Slime Lab! Kids will mix, stretch, and squish their own slime creations to take home. It’s a sensory adventure full of creativity, experimentation, and ooey-gooey fun! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Bigfoot 10:00am–11:00am Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Bigfoot 10:00am–11:00am Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom EF (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Join members of the Native Oklahoma Bigfoot Research Organization (NOBRO) to learn about their search for Bigfoot in Oklahoma and beyond. Guests will have the opportunity to share their stories and maybe even meet Bigfoot in person! 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Escape Room 10:00am–4:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Escape Room 10:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom G (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: Join us for a special escape room experience at this year's Paranormal Fest. Escape room sessions will take place at 10:30am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Space is limited, and entry into each session is first-come, first-served.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Paranormal Activities 10:00am–4:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Paranormal Activities 10:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Friends Room (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs Event Description: Feeling crafty? Join us for some "paranormal activities." Stop by our come-and-go craft stations to complete one or more spooky crafts in celebration of Paranormal Fest. There will be crafts available for all ages.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Vendor Fair 10:00am–4:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Vendor Fair 10:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Atrium (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Interested in browsing some oddities or stocking up on your witchcraft supplies? Perhaps learn more from your local ghost hunter or tarot reader? You've come to the right place!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Waning Moon 10:00am–4:00pm All Ages Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Waning Moon 10:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Join us at the Downtown Library for our eighth annual Paranormal Fest, featuring guest experts, vendor booths, children's programming, and a movie marathon! Disclaimer(s) The Arts Parking Garage located at Main Street and Colcord Drive will be undergoing maintenance and closed on the weekends from September 26 through November 10.The garage will close on Friday evenings at 6 p.m. and reopen on Monday mornings at 6 a.m. The weekend closures include:Friday, September 26 - Monday, September 29Friday, October 3 - Monday, October 6Friday, October 10 - Monday, October 13Friday, October 17 - Monday, October 20Friday, October 24 - Monday, October 27Friday, October 31 - Monday, November 3Friday, November 7 - Monday, November 10We apologize for the inconvenience, but street parking is free on the weekends and there are other parking garages nearby. For more information about parking downtown, please click here.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Escape From Poe's Haunted Study! Escape Room 10:30am–11:30am Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Escape From Poe's Haunted Study! Escape Room 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: The untimely death of author Edgar Allan Poe has never been fully explained. Could ghosts have been involved? You're a time-travelling investigator, sent back in time to look into the mystery of Poe's death by looking through his study.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Spooky Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Birth-PreK, Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Spooky Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom CD (Downtown) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Storytimes Event Description: Join us for a spine-tingling journey into the world of the supernatural at Spooky Storytime! Gather around as we dive into the eerie realms of ghostly tales. 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 "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Local Hauntings 11:00am–12:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Local Hauntings 11:00am–12:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom AB (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join Jeff Provine, author of the Haunted Oklahoma book series, for tales of local hauntings and urban legends! 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Family Fright Movie Marathon 11:00am–4:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Family Fright Movie Marathon 11:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Film & Movies Event Description: This movie marathon will be open to all and will feature films that are both family friendly and a bit spooky! The Dark Crystal - 1 hr 35 mnHungry Ghost Diner - 1 hr 56 mn
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Dream Science 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Dream Science 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom CD (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Join the School of Metaphysics to discuss the science and interpretation of dreams! Are you curious about what recurring dreams might mean? Symbology, or the meaning of your deepest thoughts? Join us for an introductory class all about dreams. 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 "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Red Dirt Cryptids 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Red Dirt Cryptids 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom EF (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: What's lurking in the woods? Come find out with Red Dirt Cryptids as they discuss cryptozoological creatures in and around Oklahoma. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Escape From Poe's Haunted Study! Escape Room 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest: Escape From Poe's Haunted Study! Escape Room 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Onsite (Downtown) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: The untimely death of author Edgar Allan Poe has never been fully explained. Could ghosts have been involved? You're a time-travelling investigator, sent back in time to look into the mystery of Poe's death by looking through his study.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Teaching the Tarot 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Teaching the Tarot 2:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom AB (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Join us for a lesson in tarot meanings, spreads, and artwork with Marisa Mohi. 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 "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Ghost Hunting 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 18 2025 Sat Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Ghost Hunting 3:00pm–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Classroom CD (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Learn about ghost hunting with Investigating Oklahoma's Paranormal. 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
