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Color of a Book Scavenger Hunt

All Day 8/1–8/29
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Join the Ralph Ellison Library this August for a fun scavenger hunt! Look for books with specific colors on their covers. Whether you love sports or drawing, there’s a book waiting for you. Plus, you might win a prize*!

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 program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Back to School Scavenger Hunt!

All Day 8/1–8/30
All Ages
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Onsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Visit Almonte Library and participate in our "Back to School" Scavenger Hunt for the whole month of August!

Art Supplies Scavenger Hunt

All Day 8/8–8/29
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Take a stroll around the library, and see if you can spot the fun art supplies on your way! The worksheet can be found at the engagement desk. Come back when you've found them all for a fun prize!

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 Pumpkin Art Display

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

October is coming soon! We need help decorating our Big Display case. You have two opportunities to join us for Faux Pumpkin Decorating. Please only pick one date to attend.

Community Pumpkin Art Display

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

October is right around the corner. We need help decorating our Big Display case. You have two opportunities to join us for Faux Pumpkin Decorating. Please only pick one date to attend because there is limited seating.

Choose your room in the Haunted House

All Day 10/1–10/12
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Come check out our display and choose a spooky book to read from a basic description! We will have choices in all levels of spooky, from funny monster-themed to horror! Which one interests you?

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

Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1–10/12
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Visit the library to complete a scavenger hunt exploring the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma. Stop by the second-floor reference desk to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. The sheet contains questions about the Hispanic heritage of Oklahoma.

Mythical Creatures Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/1–10/12
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

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. 

OKC GO BOND POP-UP TABLE

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Lobby (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Staff from the City of Oklahoma City are hosting pop-up informational tables to share resources regarding the upcoming OKC GO Bond that is up for a vote on October 14th.

Mythical Creatures Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

October Literary Villains Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/14–10/31
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. 

Paranormal Fest Waning Moon: Vendor Fair

10:00am–3:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Interested in browsing some oddities or stocking up on your witchcraft supplies? Perhaps learn more from your local ghost hunter or tarot reader? You've come to the right place!

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

Paranormal Fest: Waning Moon

10:00am–3:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Onsite (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for our eighth annual Paranormal Fest, featuring guest experts, vendor booths, children's programming, and a movie marathon!

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

Día de los Muertos Community Display/Exhibición Comunitaria

All Day 10/24–11/2
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:

Celebrate the lives of those you love and remember. We invite you to contribute to our Día de los Muertos display by bringing a photo of a loved one who has passed away.

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

Veterans Day Missing Man Table

11/01/2025 @ 9:00am–11/26/2025 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.

Reading with Scooby and the Gang

3:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Come check out the Mystery Machine and hang out with Scooby and the gang.

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 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. 

Veterans Day Missing Man Table

11/29/2025 @ 9:00am–11/30/2025 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

A Missing Man Table is a memorial that’s set up in military dining facilities of the United States Armed Forces and during official dining functions, in honor of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members.