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Community Room

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

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

Craft & Chat!

1:30pm–3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

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: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

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

Community Room

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

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

Coffee for the Community

9:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Meeting Space (Wright)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Relax and enjoy free coffee at the historic Wright Library in OKC's Stockyard City or grab a cuppa joe to go.

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.

Citizenship Classes with OIC CANCELLED

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

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

Estate Planning Made Simple

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Estate planning can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This free workshop -- lead by an estate planning lawyer -- cuts through the jargon to show you practical, affordable steps you can take now to protect your loved ones.

Conoce la Constitución de los Estados Unidos - Spanish Language program

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Presented in Spanish by Marcela Valles & Carrie Fox of Bottom Rail History 

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/8–9/15
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

This Constitution Day, discover the art behind the United States Constitution by exploring the calligraphy of the original document.

DHS Resource Help

9:00am–5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!

Make your own Constitution

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Write your own personal Constitution on recycled paper you make yourself! Create your own paper out of scraps, and write a constitution for yourself based on the USA's Constitution. 

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

Constitution Day- Banned Together

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community & Civics, Film & Movies
Event Description:

Join us in watching this compelling documentary about a controversial and relevant issue in our lives: censorship and banned books.

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.

Freedom To Read Book Display

09/10/2025 @ 8:30am–09/24/2025 @ 8:30am
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Centered around Constitution day and Banned Book Week, come learn about your 1st Amendment rights and how they relate to your freedom to read through this informative book display!

Community Room

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

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

U.S. Citizenship

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Zoom (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Pet Food Pantry

11:30am–12:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Community Room

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

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

September Origami Tiger Challenge

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come and Enjoy Learning How to Make an Awesome Origami Tiger! 

This will be a classroom setting with step-by-step instructions.

Citizenship Classes with OIC CANCELLED

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Prepare for your citizenship exam with the Opportunities Industrialization Center of Oklahoma County (OIC). 

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

First Amendment Heroes: James Madison

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community & Civics
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for our First Amendment Heroes series with a special edition for Constitution Day.  This month we will be focusing on the Father of the Constitution himself, James Madison!

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.

Constitution Day: Make Your Own Constitution Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15–9/21
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate this Constitution Day by putting together a handy-dandy pocket constitution! The steps will walk you through assembling pre-printed pages, decorating the cover, and staining the leaflets with tea to give them an aged appearance.

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.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

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!

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

Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit

All Day 9/15–9/22
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

This Constitution Day, discover the art behind the United States Constitution by exploring the calligraphy of the original document.

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)

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

DHS Resource Help

9:00am–5:00pm
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Study Room 2 (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!