Upcoming Events

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.

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.

Come learn how to protect yourself against the winter chill, and how to spot the warning signs of frostbite and hypothermia. 

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your computer or favorite way to write and hit those word count goals.

At this come-and-go event we will be there to answer questions about library services and you will get to meet other homeschool families. There will also be games and a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out. 

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering!

No experience or supplies needed. 

Have you ever wanted to create your own spice blend but do not know where to start? Or, are you looking for ways to spice up your holiday meals?

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

Bring the whole family! Please register only the children.

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? There are some crazy claims being made about these books. Should we be reading them? Let's find out by not only reading them, but also discussing them!

Join us for an open toddler playtime!

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your computer or favorite way to write and hit those word count goals.

Need legal advice?

Health questions?  Need accurate, current and trustworthy medical information? Then this presentation is for you! 

Please come and celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us by enjoying Choctaw social dancing. A dance group from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma will be presenting traditional styles of Choctaw dance in the Downtown Library atrium.

Thanksgiving Craft and Activity Take-Home Kit

Available at the Circulation Desk While Supplies Last

Come join us for a Community Resource Fair! See what local organizations have to offer for you -- all at the same time! Visit multiple booths and learn about what these organizations can do for you.

Write a novel during the month of November! Join in as writers try to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. (Or bring your existing project and keep working.) Bring your computer or favorite way to write and hit those word count goals.

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun free activities for all!

Join us in celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month! This event will feature several local Indigenous artists and authors showcasing what they do best. There will be fun free activities for all!

Oklahoma City Ballet is pleased to present “ Books and Ballet” in collaboration with the Metropolitan Library System.