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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Rave Remix

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 4, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get ready to glow and go! Join us for Baby Rave Remix, the most adorable dance party your little one will ever attend.

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

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

Computer Keys: Getting Stuff Done Online

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 21, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Frustrated by online forms, bills, banking, or medical portals? This hands-on class will guide you step by step through the digital tasks you need to tackle every day.

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 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

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Bubble Playtime!

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
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

Book Bedazzling!

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 11, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Add some sparkle to your favorite book! Join us for Book Bedazzling, where teens and adults can decorate book covers with rhinestone gems and transform a beloved book into a sparkly masterpiece.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
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

Little Explorer's Dino Dig Take Home Kit

All Day 4/13–4/17
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 29, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
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

Baby Storytime!

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 13, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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 "Kids" group

After School Kids Club: Ocean Exploration!

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:

Dive into an ocean of creativity and explore the wonders of the ocean through hands-on fun. Kids will create their own colorful coral reef craft and investigate ocean-themed sensory bins filled with textures, treasures, and surprises.

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 meeting will have some special activities related to National Poetry Month! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Forensic Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Step into the world of forensic osteology and uncover the secrets hidden in bone. In this hands-on experience, each table receives a mystery case to investigate using high-quality replica skulls cast from real homicides, accidents, and suicides.

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

Nature's Open Book: Atrium After Hours

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in a library after closing time? Now's your chance to find out!

Join us for a special after-hours event just for teens and adults.

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

Nature's Open Book: Skeleton Saturday

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs, Museums at MLS
Event Description:

Join us for a family-friendly day of skeleton fun! 

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 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.

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

Local Poets at the Library

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library as we celebrate Poetry Month with a reading by local poets! We have invited poets from the Oklahoma City area to come together and showcase their talents for an afternoon poetry reading.

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

Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit

04/20/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 28, 2026 @ 11:59pm.
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 "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime!

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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 "Adults" group

Lunch Bunch Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 21, 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 "Kids" group

After-School Kids Club: Earth Day!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 22, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Explore fun activities after school with a different theme every month. This month, join us as we get our hands dirty and celebrate Earth Day!

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
This event is in the "Kids" group

Bubble Playtime!-Cancelled

11:00am–12:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Cancelled
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

Baby Storytime!

9:30am–10:30am
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 27, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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 "Kids" group

After School Kids Club: Origami Circuits

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:

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

Creative Colors Take Home Kit

04/30/2026 @ 9:00am–05/07/2026 @ 9:00am
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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

Lawyers in the Library

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 6, 2026 @ 12:00am.
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

Tale of the Tooth

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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

Children Reading to Dogs

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
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.