BRANCH HOURS UPDATE:

From Feb. 23-26 and March 2-6, the Patience S. Latting Northwest Library will close at 7 p.m. for carpet replacement.

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SO's Pen Pals Spring 2026

01/20/2026 @ 12:00pm–03/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Adults, Teens, Kids!

Hi There! My name is Jessica! I am your Pen Pal Librarian here at Southern Oaks Library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Famous Couples Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/1–2/28
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

Come explore some of literature and history's most famous couples through a weekly scavenger hunt through the adult side of the Edmond Library. Each week will feature a new set of five couples to find.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Library Lovers' Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/1–2/28
Adults
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Onsite (Del City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Description:

February is National Library Lovers' Month! Celebrate by doing a scavenger hunt around the Del City Library and win a prize!

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 2/1–2/28
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

February Creative Writing Chapbook

02/01/2026 @ 1:00pm–02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
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 Submissions

All Day 2/2–3/20
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: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, 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.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Baby Playtime (0-24 Months)

9:30am–10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

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

Tots Thursdays

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every week for Tots Thursdays! Each week is filled with exciting activities designed to stimulate your child’s development while having a blast! Every month, we rotate through four themes:

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

Children Reading to Dogs

6:00pm–7:30pm
Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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

Harrah Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Harrah Library
Library Branch: Harrah Library
Room: In-Library (Harrah)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes

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
This event is in the "Kids" group

Children's Room Open Hours

10:00am–11:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

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. 

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

RESCHEDULE: American Girl Book Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Del City Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Del City)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Be a part of history!

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

Family Playtime

9:30am–10:15am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 27, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Ralph Ellison: More Than Invisible

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Join author Quraysh Ali Lansana as he walks children through the life story of Ralph Ellison, an Oklahoma City native and important American writer.

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. 

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 Bags

All Day 3/1–3/31
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 28, 2026 @ 9:43am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (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 "Adults" group

Adult Book Box: Women's History Month

03/01/2026 @ 1:00pm–03/22/2026 @ 6:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a book box! Inside, you’ll receive a handpicked fiction or nonfiction book that highlights the stories and resilience of extraordinary women.

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

March Creative Writing Chapbook

03/01/2026 @ 1:00pm–03/31/2026 @ 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Young Storytellers Publishing Workshop - CONFERENCES

3:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Event Description:

Calling all young storytellers to our third annual Young Storytellers Workshop at the library! If you have a story to tell, pick up a set of submission guidelines from the Children's desk and submit the draft of your tale to us by December 21st.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Comic Book Club Registration

All Day 3/2–3/15
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to Comic Book Club, a place for comic fans aged 10-17 to enjoy one another's company and discuss all things comics!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pages & Prose Parcel

03/02/2026 @ 9:00am–03/16/2026 @ 9:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Online+ Curbside (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Pages & Prose Parcel is a four-month library book box subscription service geared toward children ages 7 – 14. Children up to age 18 may sign up, but the highest reading level of books selected will be Junior Nonfiction or Junior Fiction.

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Box

03/02/2026 @ 9:00am–03/20/2026 @ 3:45pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Preschool Storytime & Craft (ages 3+)

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 1, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

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

Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Birth-PreK
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Family Place (Midwest City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

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. 

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Birth-PreK
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! A skilled librarian will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading.