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Live Piano Music

12:00pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Phillip Tolbert: African-American Experiences

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Registration Required
Event Description:

African-American Experiences

This event is in the "Teens" group

Bug Embroidery Workshop

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love creepy crawlies or just want to learn a cool new skill? Join us for a fun, hands-on embroidery workshop where you’ll learn basic stitches and create your own bug-inspired art!

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 February 8, 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 "All Ages" group

Live Piano Music

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

After School Kids Club: Science

3:30pm–4:30pm
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 exploring the fascinating world of science!

Today's program will be a self guided exploration room with hands on science stations!
Think Science Museum - but its free!

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

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
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

Bug Buffet

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Bug Buffet Now Open! 

Come try our decadent delicious dinners and desserts......just one catch. All our meals are BUGS!!!!

From chocolate covered grasshoppers to BBQ crickets, you're sure to have a daringly delicious time!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime!

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, 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

After School Kids Club: Mardi Gras Makers Party!

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:

Step into a world of carnival colors! Kids will enjoy creating their own crowns, masks, and suncatchers at our Mardi Gras craft stations while discovering the meaning behind this lively celebration.

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

Not So Creepy Crawlies With OKC Zoo

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:
Join the OKC Zoo to learn about some of the hardest working insects in our ecosystems!
Decomposing insects have an important job breaking down organic material—including plant matter, animal carcasses, and waste!
Even though
This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a powerful discussion as Dr. Karlos K. Hill tells the story of the transformative sit-in movement in Oklahoma City through the words and reflections of the 13 original sit-inners.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime!

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, 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

After-School Kids Club: Cats!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 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 for fun crafts and activities related to cats!

Registration is encouraged but NOT required.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Oklahoma Black Communities Symposium

12:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 28, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 46th Star Auditorium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Bug Safari!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

The bugs are on the loose! Join the Bug Safari to find them all. Along the way, make a bug hotel, explore creepy crawly sensory bins, and take a closer look at real bugs!

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

Adult Book Box: Women's History Month

03/01/2026 @ 1:00pm–03/22/2026 @ 6:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 2, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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 "Adults" group

MLC Executive Committee Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group

Forensic Entomology with Dr. Heather Ketchum

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: 1st Floor Programming (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn how insect activity can help scientists determine time of death and assist investigators with both criminal and civil cases. Dr.

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 open on February 14, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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).