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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group "I Love My Library!" Scavenger Hunt All Day 9/2–9/30 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Books & Reading Event Description: Stop by the Ralph Ellison Library to do this month's Scavenger Hunt! This month's theme is "I Love My Library" for National Library Card Sign-up Month in September!
	This event is in the "Kids" group Pages & Prose Parcel 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/16/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids Warr Acres Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group 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 8 – 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 Warr Acres Book Box 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/26/2025 @ 4:15pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group September Creative Writing Chapbook 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm 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 09/02/2025 @ 9:00am–09/30/2025 @ 9:00pm Teens Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Onsite (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 (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 9/3–9/14 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is back and is now available for adults to check out too! 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 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 Adult Book Drop All Day Adults Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Del City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Sign up for an Adult Book Drop box containing a selected book and surprises. Your box will be ready for pick up at Del City Library! 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 "Kids" group Book Drop Jr. All Day Kids Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Del City) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Sign-up for a featured book box containing a new(ish) novel or chapter book and fun book goodies, then pick up your personalized book box at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register below to get started. 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 "Adults" group Summer Book Subscription All Day Adults Midwest City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Midwest City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Have you heard of those subscription boxes where you pay to receive a personalized box of goodies every month? Well, this is just like that, except for free! And with library books! Disclaimer(s) Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.
				This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Book Drop All Day Teens Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Online + Curbside (Del City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Sign-up for a featured book box containing a selected YA book and a fun surprise, then pick up your personalized book box at Del City Library on the first Friday of every month! Register below to get started. 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!
9 am	This event is in the "Adults" group Warr Acres Book Box 9:00am–4:15pm Adults Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Toddler Storytime 9:30am–10:30am Birth-PreK Choctaw Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group 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 Baby Storytime (0-24 months) 9:30am–10:15am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (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!
10 am	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 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 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 Toddler Storytime (ages 1-3) 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (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 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 Storytime: Ants on Parade 10:00am–10:45am Birth-PreK, Kids Luther Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Luther Library Room: In-Library (Luther) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Event Description: Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Today, we are exploring the amazing world of ants. Practice early literacy skills through games, crafts and observations. This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Toddler Storytime (ages 1-3) 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (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 This event is in the "Kids" group Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK, Kids Warr Acres Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes Event Description: So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and crafts. 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 Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Birth-PreK Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Children's Program Room C (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 "Adults" group The Shelf Watch Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Adults Del City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Del City Library Room: Study Room 2 (Del City) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Discover the most anticipated and buzzy books on the shelf with your fellow shelf watchers! This month we will be discussing Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy. 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.
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3 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Cozy Mystery Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Edmond Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Meeting Room D (Edmond) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Event Description: Come join a group of Cozy Mystery lovers. Each month we discuss either a single book or an entire book series. For the month of September we are reading and discussing Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice to Murderers. Disclaimer(s) Groups of 10 or more are requested to call (405) 231-8650. 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 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Homework Help at the Library 3:00pm–4:30pm 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: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help Event Description: If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.		This event is in the "Teens" group Volun-teens! 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens Choctaw Library This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Choctaw Library Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Make new friends and give back to your community! Join other teens and collaborate on decorating, programs and events, and projects. Earn volunteer hours and participate in service projects to help make your library and community better. Volunteer application may be required for participation.	This event is in the "All Ages" group A Novel Time - The ANY BOOK Book-Club 3:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Come have a Novel Time at Southern Oaks! This is an ANY BOOK book-club!
4 pm	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Young Readers' Lounge 4:00pm–6:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Luther Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Luther Library Room: In-Library (Luther) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming Event Description: A cozy, fun-filled space where kids choose a themed book to read aloud with a sibling, friend, parent, or librarian. After reading time, enjoy games that introduce and reinforce literacy skills, like Bananagrams, Sequence Letters, and Quiddler. This event is in the "Kids" group Homework & Reading Help 4:30pm–6:00pm Kids Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 2 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help Event Description: Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Research has shown that the best way for children to improve their reading, math, and science reasoning skills is through practice. 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 "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle) 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group American Girl Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, Teens Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Anime Club 5:00pm–6:30pm Teens Midwest City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Forum (Midwest City) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies Registration Required Event Description: Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! Experience anime in the company of other anime enthusiasts.
6 pm	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 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 Children Reading to Dogs (2nd Session) 6:30pm–7:00pm Kids Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group 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 "Adults" group Introductory English As A Second Language (ESL) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Continuing Education Event Description: Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Zine Canteen 6:30pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Meeting Room B (Belle Isle) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

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