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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.

BIPOC Book Club - "The Cemetery of Untold Stories"

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

Join our BIPOC Book Club to read fiction and non-fiction titles by Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color.

For Sept.  2025 the book will be - "The Cemetery of Untold Stories" by Julia Alvarez

 

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.

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

Dot Day Wine Bottle Upcycle

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

 

This program is most suitable for teens and adults due to the content and materials we will use. Please make arrangements for younger children so you can relax and enjoy your time with us. 

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

CATCH 'EM ALL @ THE CHOCTAW POKEMON CLUB

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

Wildlife Walks

9:30am–10:30am
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Outdoor Program
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join local author Nicholas Davis for a close encounter with Oklahoma's amazing critters!

Hispanic Folk Art Creations

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come learn how to create beautiful and colorful art based on historical references to popular tin relief done in Mexico over the last several centuries.

Clips and Hips

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us to celebrate the diversity of the Hispanic and Latino community in Oklahoma, which includes a mixture of first-generation Americans whose Mexican families have been in the state for years, as well as many people from Guatemala, Puerto Rico

Yarn Painting Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Make beautiful paintings out of yarn and glue! Inspired by the indigenous Huichol people of Mexico.

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. 

Write your name in Elvish

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Celebrate nearly nine decades since the publication of the Hobbit by learning how to write your name in the clever and beautiful scripts invented by JRR Tolkien.

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Storytellers Beyond the Book

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come along with us as we explore storytelling beyond words! 

This month, we're looking at Jim Henson's puppetry.

Karaoke Klub

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes at Karaoke Klub! Join us every month as we dive into a different music genre, sing your heart out, and enjoy fun snacks with friends.

Discovering Frida Kahlo

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Nicoma Park Library
Library Branch: Nicoma Park Library
Room: Onsite (Nicoma Park)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by stepping into the colorful world of Frida Kahlo—one of Mexico’s most iconic artists!

Wright Library's Centennial Celebration Block Party

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Wright Library
Library Branch: Wright Library
Room: Onsite (Wright)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Located at 2101 Exchange, the Wright Library first opened its doors in September 1925 and it still stands as the oldest continuously operating library building in the Metropolitan Library system.

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. 

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

Bollywood Dancing

2:00pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

September 24th is World Bollywood Day, so come and celebrate by coming to see Bollywood Dancing and learn a little about Bollywood.  

Pink Pony Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

"Where boys and girls can all be queens every single day!" Welcome, Pink Pony Guys, Gals, and Nonbinary Pals, to the Pink Pony Club, a social group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies!

Pokemon Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection. 

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.

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.

Hairy, Not Scary!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Think spiders are scary? Think again! Join us at the library for a special event led by one of our own young readers who’s here to show you just how cool spiders really are.

STEAM Tuesday

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing
Event Description:

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

October Literary Villains Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1–10/12
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Onsite (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Have a spooky good time at the library by searching for literature's most notorious villains. Each week will feature five villains hidden amongst the shelves. Once you locate all five, come to the adult reference desk for a prize. 

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/01/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
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!