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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 "Adults" group

Adult Book Box: Women's History Month

03/01/2026 @ 1:00pm–03/22/2026 @ 6:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a book box! Inside, you’ll receive a handpicked fiction or nonfiction book that highlights the stories and resilience of extraordinary women.

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 "All Ages" group

Beetle Magnet Take-Home Kit

All Day 3/2–3/16
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Make your own felt beetle magnet! Partnering with the incredible Small Wonders photography display currently hosted at the Downtown Library branch, learn about beetle anatomy while you make your own magnetic colorful creature.

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

From Plain to Charming: DIY Picture Frame Glow-Up Take Home Kit

All Day 3/9–3/13
Kids, Teens
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create, explore, and meet new friends at your neighborhood library! We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity!

From Plain to Charming: DIY Picture Frame Glow-Up Take Home Kit!

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

123! Play With Me!

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 11, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Offsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a brand new baby storytime at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center! 

This event is in the "Kids" group

After School Kids Club: Indoor Forest School!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Lets explore nature - indoors! 

Join us in hands on science, art, engineering, and play activities using only objects from nature! 

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

Space Camp: Alien Takeover!

All Day
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Aliens are taking over the children's area to celebrate the beginning of Space Camp at the library! Stop by any time to complete fun, alien-themed crafts, play alien games and even build your own alien!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Space Camp: Constellation Creators

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a hands-on spacecraft adventure for young stargazers! We will learn about constellations, create our own star designs, and build mini constellation projectors to bring the stars indoors.

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

Entomological Ecosystem (DIY Bug Terrariums)

2:30pm–4:15pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 14, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us as we create our very own little ecosystems for preserved bugs of all different kinds! This is a teen and adult program ONLY. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 1st Floor Programming (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 "Kids" group

Space Camp: Space Sand Art

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Blast off into creativity! Join us for Space Sand Art and design your own out-of-this-world masterpiece using colorful sand. From swirling galaxies to bright planets, your imagination is the limit. Perfect for young space explorers!

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

Space Camp: Astronaut Food

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us in this astronomical buffet!

Learn about life in space and indulge in different astronaut snacks and meals!

 

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 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 "Adults" group

Lunch Bunch Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Jim Thorpe Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Description:
Do you like meeting new people, trying new book suggestions, or just reading and sharing ideas? If so, bring your lunch and join us to discuss this month's book club selection.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

CANCELED - Child Development and Autism Screening

9:00am–10:00am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Sequoyah Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

CANCELED - Child Development and Autism Screening

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Sequoyah Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime!

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime! Snuggle in with your little one and enjoy a relaxed, joyful time filled with stories, songs, lap bounces, gentle movement, 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 "Birth-PreK" group

CANCELED - Child Development and Autism Screening

1:00pm–2:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Sequoyah Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

CANCELED - Child Development and Autism Screening

2:30pm–3:30pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Sequoyah Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Space Camp: Rockets!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 16, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come make simple rockets using everyday supplies! We'll create our rockets inside and then take them outside for testing. 

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 "Adults" group

Community and Coffee

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out.

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Space Camp: Sensory Space Station

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

A calming cosmic hideaway where young astronauts can recharge their engines. Kids explore soothing lights, gentle textures, quiet activities, and space-themed sensory tools designed to help them regulate, reset, and rejoin the mission. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 1st Floor Programming (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 "Kids" group

Space Camp: Let's Paint the Moon

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

For our final destination in our STEAMBreak is the moon. With an artist lens let's view images of the moon from NASA. Now come along as we become artistic astronauts.

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.