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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.

Intro to Camping

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

What better way to enjoy fall than the great outdoors!? Come learn the basics of camping with wilderness skills guide, Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

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.

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!

Luther Market Days Outreach

10:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join Luther Library staff at Luther Market Days! Explore downtown Luther with local vendors, live entertainment, food and more!

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

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

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.

BETHANY BOO BASH

5:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us for a spooktacular celebration at the Bethany Boo Bash! Enjoy games, inflatables, food, face painting, community advocates, story walk, and more.

Presented in partnership with the Bethany YMCA.

Relax and Read at the Park

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Edmond Library
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Offsite - Adult (Edmond)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

When's the last time you took a moment to yourself to read or enjoy nature? Research shows both reading and spending time outside have been linked to decreased stress levels and improved mood.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Luther Market Days Outreach

10:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join Luther Library staff at Luther Market Days! Explore downtown Luther with local vendors, live entertainment, food and more!

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation. 

Intro to Foraging

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join an engaging foraging class with Josiah Parrish of ForestDigital Outdoors.

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.

Intermediate Foraging

10:00am–11:30am
Teens, Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Offsite (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us as Josiah Parrish, of ForestDigital Outdoors, leads a guided walk through

Luther Pecan Festival Outreach

10:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: Offsite (Luther)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join Luther Library staff at the 2025 Luther Pecan Festival on Saturday, November 8.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is scheduled to take place outside weather permitting.  Customers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and their masks.  Customers may also bring a blanket or lawn chair.  Please watch your email for updates to change of avenue or cancelation.