This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr-May 2026 Nature's Open Book All Day 4/1–5/31 All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr-May 2026 Nature's Open Book All Day 4/1–5/31 Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Atrium (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM Event Description: Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature's Open Book, a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology!
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 - 30 2026 Poetry Month Book Box All Day 4/7–4/30 Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 - 30 2026 Poetry Month Book Box All Day 4/7–4/30 Downtown Library Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit, Writing Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate National Poetry Month with a book box created to spark your own writing! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 - 30 2026 Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit 04/20/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 8:00pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 - 30 2026 Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit 04/20/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 8:00pm Downtown Library Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing Registration Required Event Description: Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound. 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 Apr 22 - 30 2026 National Poetry Month Grab Bag Kit 04/22/2026 @ 2:00pm–04/30/2026 @ 9:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 22 - 30 2026 National Poetry Month Grab Bag Kit 04/22/2026 @ 2:00pm–04/30/2026 @ 9:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Take-Home Kit Event Description: Please enjoy a National Poetry Month grab bag to help you celebrate National Poetry Month.
This event is in the "Kids" group Apr-May 2026 Little Explorer's Dino Dig Take Home Kit All Day 4/24–5/1 Kids Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr-May 2026 Little Explorer's Dino Dig Take Home Kit All Day 4/24–5/1 Downtown Library Registration is no longer available for this event. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Spark curiosity and hands‑on learning with the Little Explorer’s Dino Dig 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 This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Bubble Playtime!-Cancelled 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Downtown Library Cancelled This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Cancelled Bubble Playtime!-Cancelled 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 "Birth-PreK" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Baby Storytime! 9:30am–10:30am Birth-PreK Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Baby Storytime! 9:30am–10:30am Downtown Library Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 9:30am. 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 Registration Required Event Description: Join us on Mondays from 9:30–10:30 AM for our new Baby & Toddler Storytime at the Downtown Library, located at 300 Park Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. 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 Apr 29 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: Origami Circuits 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 29 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: Origami Circuits 4:00pm–5:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM Event Description: Join us for another After School Kids Club where we will be making paper circuits. Today's paper circuit is an origami robot. Watch it light up and move.
This event is in the "Kids" group Apr-May 2026 Creative Colors Take Home Kit 04/30/2026 @ 9:00am–05/07/2026 @ 9:00am Kids Downtown Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr-May 2026 Creative Colors Take Home Kit 04/30/2026 @ 9:00am–05/07/2026 @ 9:00am Downtown Library Full Registration is closed because the event is full. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Let's create a colorful world through the lens of a kaleidoscope. Each take home kit will come with instructions and materials for your creation. Please be advise for smaller children, some materials are choking hazards. 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. 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 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 May 2 2026 Sat Lawyers in the Library 10:00am–1:00pm Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 2 2026 Sat Lawyers in the Library 10:00am–1:00pm Downtown Library Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Friends Room (Downtown) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Registration Required Event Description: Need legal advice?
This event is in the "Kids" group May 2 2026 Sat Tale of the Tooth 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 2 2026 Sat Tale of the Tooth 2:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Library Registration will close on May 1, 2026 @ 12:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Museums at MLS Registration Required Event Description: Discover how to tell what an animal eats by looking at the shape of its teeth. 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 "Kids" group May 3 2026 Sun Children Reading to Dogs 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group May 3 2026 Sun Children Reading to Dogs 2:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Area (Downtown) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Reading Help Event Description: Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment. 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 May 4 2026 Mon Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition 9:30am–10:30am Birth-PreK Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group May 4 2026 Mon Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition 9:30am–10:30am Downtown Library Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 Registration Required Event Description: Join us every Monday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition! 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 May 5 2026 Tue Anime Shorts: Genius Party 2:30pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Anime Shorts: Genius Party 2:30pm–4:30pm Downtown Library Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 2:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month by joining us for a screening of the short film collection Genius Party. The 7 animated shorts in this collection have a wide variety of stories and art styles.
This event is in the "Kids" group May 6 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: All About Bones! 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group May 6 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: All About Bones! 4:00pm–5:00pm 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, Storytimes Event Description: oin us after school for something fun to do and hands-on projects! Connect with others while learning about tech, art, reading, your community, life-skills, and more. Join us for another after school kids club where we will talk about all things bones and the study of them: osteology!
This event is in the "All Ages" group May 9 2026 Sat GeekCon '26: Heroes & Villains! 10:00am–4:00pm All Ages Downtown Library This event is in the "All Ages" group May 9 2026 Sat GeekCon '26: Heroes & Villains! 10:00am–4:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Entire 4th Floor Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Star Wars fan? Anime fan? Comic book fan? Pokémon fan? LIBRARY fan?If you answered yes to everything above (and even more not mentioned) join us for Downtown Library’s GeekCon 2026! 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 "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group May 9 2026 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 May 9 2026 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 "Kids" group May 10 2026 Sun Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond 2:00pm–3:30pm Kids Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group May 10 2026 Sun Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond 2:00pm–3:30pm Downtown Library Registration will close on May 10, 2026 @ 2:00pm. 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! 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 This event is in the "Teens" group May 11 - 15 2026 Hero Vibes Magnet Maker Take Home Kit All Day 5/11–5/15 Kids, Teens Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 11 - 15 2026 Hero Vibes Magnet Maker Take Home Kit All Day 5/11–5/15 Downtown Library Registration will open on April 30, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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: Ready to level up your fridge game? 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 May 11 2026 Mon Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition 9:30am–10:30am Birth-PreK Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group May 11 2026 Mon Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition 9:30am–10:30am Downtown Library Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 Registration Required Event Description: Join us every Monday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime: AAPI Heritage Month Edition! 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 May 12 2026 Tue Anime Shorts: Genius Party Beyond 2:30pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Anime Shorts: Genius Party Beyond 2:30pm–4:30pm Downtown Library Registration will close on May 12, 2026 @ 2:30pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month by joining us for a screening of the short film collection Genius Party Beyond. The 5 animated shorts in this collection have a wide variety of stories and art styles.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group May 13 2026 Wed 123! Play With Me! 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK Downtown Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group May 13 2026 Wed 123! Play With Me! 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, 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 May 13 2026 Wed Gallery Giggles: Baby Storytime at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK Downtown Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group May 13 2026 Wed Gallery Giggles: Baby Storytime at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center 11:00am–12:00pm Downtown Library Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 10:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 May 13 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: Indoor Forest School! 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Downtown Library This event is in the "Kids" group May 13 2026 Wed After School Kids Club: Indoor Forest School! 4:00pm–5:00pm Downtown Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
