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The Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 25 and 2:30pm on Sunday, April 26, due to the Memorial Marathon.

Upcoming Events

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Ongoing Events

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

Captain Supertooth!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Captain Supertooth is a fun, costumed superhero that teaches children the importance of taking care of their teeth.

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

Music with Ginger

9:00am–9:45am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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

Music with Ginger

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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 "Kids" group

Neighborhood Arts: SMARTiPOPS - A Dino Drum Adventure

2:00pm–2:45pm
All Ages, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Get ready to dig deep and unearth a story with THE SMARTiPOPS™!

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

Circle of Parents Play Group

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 5, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a support group for parents hosted by Oklahoma County Child Guidance through the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome.

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

Archaeology in the 21st Century

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Museums at MLS
Registration Required
Event Description:

Archaeologists use a variety of tools and techniques to study the past. As technology has advanced, so has archaeology's use of new technologies.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Water Bottle Decorating

2:30pm–4:00pm
Teens
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 6, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Summer is here!  Motivate yourself to stay hydrated in the summer heat by decorating a water bottle.  Program includes a water bottle and many styles of decorating materials, like stickers, paint pens, and more.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Postcards from America Take-Home Kit

9:00am–9:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

America's 250th is coming up! Do you remember (or know someone who remembers) what we did in 1976? Let's learn a little history-- and write a few postcards to a friend, or to our future selves.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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

Liquid Light and Shadows (with BC Summers)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:
Join us for a magical making event using light, paint, and shadows. Oklahoma Contemporary Educator BC Summers will lead children through a liquid light shadow puppetry make and create. Learn how light and dark transform art.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Tots Thursdays

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

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

Neighborhood Arts: Lucas Ross

2:00pm–2:45pm
All Ages, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

TV's Lucas Ross (KFOR/KAUT's Rise and Shine, American Banjo Museum) takes you on a banjo adventure with songs, puppets and lots of comedy!

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 "Teens" group

Pride Party

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

This is an open event for all teens who want to celebrate Pride in a safe and fun way.  We will have snacks, crafts, and karaoke.  Bring your friends or make new ones.  Open for all LGBTIA+ teens and allies.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group

The Village Teen Book Club: Spin by Lamar Giles

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 12, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Are you a book-a-holic? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy thought-provoking, teen-led discussions at your neighborhood library.

The first 6 teens to register for this book club this month, get a copy of the book to read and keep.  Come out and eat some snacks and discuss the best and worst parts of this month's book selection: Spin.

"Spin" by Lamar Giles

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Knitty Committee

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Village)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Coloring Group

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

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

How to Draw Dinosaurs

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Eric of JEO Creations will demonstrate how to use reference to draw dinosaurs and create unique prehistoric creatures!

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

Baby Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.

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

Children Reading to Dogs

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Children's Area (Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Bone Detectives: Skull Secrets Revealed!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 17, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Become a bone detective! In this hands-on class, students will examine real and replica skulls to uncover the secrets they hold.