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All Day	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Color of a Book Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/1–8/29 Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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.
	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group August Creative Writing Chapbook 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 "Teens" group Teen Book Bags All Day 8/4–8/29 Teens Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group 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!
9 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Storytime (Birth-PreK) 9:30am–10:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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 (Birth-PreK) 9:30am–10:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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 Toddler Storytime 9:30am–10:30am Birth-PreK Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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!
10 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Birth-PreK Midwest City Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 (Birth-PreK) 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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 10:30am–11:15am Birth-PreK Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK The Village Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Village) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Event Description: 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. 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 This event is in the "Kids" group Tuesdays Together 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, 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! 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 (Birth-PreK) 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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 Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Birth-PreK Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 Tots Thursdays 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids The Village Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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's Room Open Hours 10:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Birth-PreK" group Storytime (Birth-PreK) 10:00am–10:30am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: 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!
11 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Birth-PreK Midwest City Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Whodunit Mystery Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Harrah Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Harrah Library Room: In-Library (Harrah) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Event Description: Enjoy a good mystery? Join our book club and meet up with other armchair sleuths to discuss your favorite mysteries. The club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1 PM.
2 pm
3 pm			This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs 3:30pm–4:30pm Kids The Village Library This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Children's Area (Village) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading Event Description: 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 "Adults" group Village Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults The Village Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading 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. On August 21, we will be discussing Station Eleven by Emily St.
4 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group No-Stress Readers' Circle! 4:30pm–5:30pm Adults Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room A (Del City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Do you love to read but just don't have the time for a formal book club? Join us for a new quarterly event with material chosen by you and your fellow readers! Del City Library Room A. Sunday 4:30 to 5:30.	This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Northwest Library This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading 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. 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 Children Reading to Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Jones Library This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Meeting Room (Jones) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading 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. 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.
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group BIPOC Book Club: Crazy Rich Asians 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Capitol Hill Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Film & Movies 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. Come and join our BIPOC Book Club to read fiction and non-fiction titles by Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color. August Selection - Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Middle+High School Back-to-School Bash 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Southern Oaks Library Registration Required* This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: Join us for this come-and-go back-to-school bash! There will be fun activities like crafts and games, as well as information about how the public library can help you be successful during the school year. This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Evening Story Time--FREE PLAY 6:30pm–7:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: 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! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, games, and activities that encourage language development and promote positive attitudes about reading and learning!	This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs (1st Session) 6:00pm–6:30pm Kids Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: 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 program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6-6:30 pm OR 6:30-7 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud. This event is in the "Kids" group Kids' Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Join us for a Book Adventure! Meet with other kids to discuss a great book. We will have a snack and play a game, or make a craft. This month we will be discussing Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney. This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs (2nd Session) 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Registration Required Event Description: 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 program has 2 sessions. Please register for either 6-6:30 pm OR 6:30-7 pm. Each reader must be registered individually. This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Culture Crew - Create our Community Mosaic! 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Meeting Room B (Del City) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Health & Wellness, Reading Help, Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture? Yes?! We will have a different shared experience - maybe a recipe? 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. 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

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