All libraries will be closed on Sunday, March 31, for Easter.

Upcoming Events

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

Shamrock Scavenger hunt

All Day
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: Onsite (Harrah)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Fair-Cancelled

9:30am - 12:00pm
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Careers & Jobs
Event Description:
Are you looking for a job? The Downtown Library and the Center for Employment Opportunities are teaming up to present a Job Fair on March 30, 2024, from 9:30 AM to Noon. Several employers will be in attendance, including Second Chance employers. ...
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Edmond Library
Registration
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: **STAFF USE ONLY** Meeting Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

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

123! Play with Me!

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Continuing Education
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. A differe...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

10:30am - 11:30am
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
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. Mob...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Basics of Personal Finance

11:00am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:
From managing daily expenses to investing for retirement, this session helps participants set personal finance goals, learn the basics of smart money management, and build a solid financial foundation for the future. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Scavenger Hunt

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
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. Mob...
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Saturday Storytime

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:
Join us every Saturday for storytime at the Downtown Library! Sing songs, read exciting new books, and connect with families in your community!  ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

OKC Mobile Market

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
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. Mob...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:
Join us on the last Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided....

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. 

Library Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:
Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite! You can read a poem in the library or we'll give you a copy of today's poem to take home. Ha...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kaleidoscope Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/5
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Come pick up a kit to create your own colorful kaleidoscope!  Kits are first come, first serve as supplies last.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Teen Book Bag

All Day 4/1 - 4/7
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:
Here at the Downtown Library, we’re always looking for fun ways to connect readers with our collection of books. Thus the idea of a library book “subscription”, a connection between YOU the reader and US, your friendly neighborhood librarians. We w...

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

Poetry Roll-a-Write! Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/8
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:
April is National Poetry Month. Write your own poems. Struggling to structure your poems? Is creating a character as painful as pulling your hair? Does plotting your novel have you in the pits? Pick up one of our Roll-a-Write! kits and break up your ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Solar Eclipse Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/8
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Solar Eclipse 2024! This kit explores our solar system and what happens to create an eclipse of the sun. With crafts and resources to dive deeper into the many amazing features of space, this kit celebrates the eclipse with style! We also have eclips...

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Oklahoma's Crops Take Home Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/12
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Interested in learning more about agriculture in Oklahoma?  This take-home kit can introduce kids ages 4-10 to several of Oklahoma's crops and includes information about their history in the state and their role in agriculture tod...

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Interested in learning more about agriculture in Oklahoma?  This take-home kit can introduce kids ages 4-10 to several of Oklahoma's cash crops and includes information about their history in the state and their role in agriculture today. This k...

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

Plant a Pollinator Garden Take-Home Kit

All Day 4/1 - 4/14
Downtown Library
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
This Earth Day, plant a pollinator garden that will help support your local ecosystem! This take-home kit will provide plenty of seeds and all the information you'll need to plant your own backyard wildflower garden with seeds that will help attract ...

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

FAN FICTION/ FAN ART CONTEST GALLERY 2024

All Day 4/1 - 4/19
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Writing
Event Description:
The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community. February 1, 2024 is the first day to submit ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Luther)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this monthly journal with prompts, resources, and ideas on how to take a moment ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this monthly journal with prompts, resources, and ideas on how to take a moment ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

April Mindfulness Journal

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:
When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives. Check out this monthly journal with prompts, resources, and ideas on how to take a moment ...