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"I Love My Library!" Scavenger Hunt

All Day 9/2–9/30
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September! 

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

Wright Library Centennial Celebration Paper Replica Take Home

All Day 9/2–9/30
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bring the iconic Wright Library home with our special paper template kit! Using detailed templates, designed by Metro Library staff, to create your own paper model of this historic library.

Disclaimer(s)

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Library Card Sign-up Month

09/02/2025 @ 8:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Continuing Education
Event Description:

It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. You can borrow museum passes, attend programs for all ages, and even check out garden tools.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

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

September Creative Writing Chapbook

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

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

September Mindfulness Journal

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

¡Busca los platos de Latinoamérica! | Foods of Latin America Scavenger Hunt

09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Busca los platos ricos de los países diferentes de Latinoamérica que están escondidos en la biblioteca. ¿Ve la comida de su país? 

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 event is in the "All Ages" group

Stockyards City Library Paper Building Kit

All Day 9/9–9/30
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Celebrate 100 years of the Stockyard City Library with this paper building kit! Follow the instructions to make your very own miniature library that you can take home with you! Children may need help from an adult.

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

Hispanic Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes

All Day 9/15–10/10
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month with a Trivia Challenge!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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

Papel Picado Garland Take Home Kit

09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive Papel Picado Garland take-home kit for kids! Create your own colorful paper banner, inspired by the traditional Mexican folk art used to decorate for special occasions. All supplies are included.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Hispanic Month Scavenger Hunt

09/15/2025 @ 11:45am–10/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH! From September 15 to October 15 we recognize the culture, history, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino people.

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

(Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags

All Day 9/22–9/30
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up!

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

Celebrate World Postcard Day

All Day 9/29–10/5
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Onsite (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Writing
Event Description:

There’s nothing quite like the joy of finding a surprise postcard in your mailbox, and the goal for the World Postcard Day is to bring that joy to as many people as possible.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chai Tea Take Home Kit

All Day 9/29–10/6
Adults
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Celebrate National Chai Day with a Take-Home Chai Kit!
Pick up a take-home kit and enjoy the cozy comfort of homemade chai in honor of National Chai Day on September 21st

Disclaimer(s)

There is no guarantee that foods served at this program have not come into contact with tree nuts, soybean, dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts or other allergens. Accordingly, neither the Library nor Thick Descriptions will assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with at this program or any harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

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This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
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Hispanic Heritage Flag Collage Take Home Kit

All Day 9/29–10/10
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It's Hispanic Heritage Month, so create a collage with flags from different countries.

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

The Literary Pumpkin: Edmond's Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

09/29/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come be a part of our annual PUMPKIN DECORATING contest! You'll have two weeks to turn your pumpkin into an amazing work of art or humor based on your favorite literary characters, books or stories.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Kids" group

Rocket Readers

4:30pm–6:00pm
Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Young Engineers: Basket Challenge!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids
Almonte Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Put your engineering skills to the test in this kid-friendly STEM challenge! Using just a paper plate, a sheet of copy paper, and some masking tape, can you design and build a basket that really works?

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

A Special Speaker During Library Card Sign-Up Month with The Urban Poets

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, so come hear a special speaker, librarian Phillip Tolbert talk about libraries.

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

Bubble, Fizz & Ferment: The Science of Transforming Food

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Dive into the world of gut-friendly goodness with Taylor Conner, OSU Extension Educator! Fermented foods are packed with probiotics that support your gut health, digestion, and immune system.

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

Early Birds for 1-2 Year Olds

6:00pm–7:30pm
Birth-PreK, Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Event Description:

Receive and learn how to use a set of free educational toys for your 1-2 year old. The Early Birds program can help with early childhood education and school readiness for children under the age of 5.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introductory English As a Second Language (ESL)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bad Art Night: Romero Britto

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Join us this month as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! We will paint like pro, Romero Britto, and learn about the Happy Art Movement, which he pioneered.