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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 "Kids" group Halloween Pumpkin Jar Take & Make Kit For Ages 6-9 Years 09/08/2025 @ 9:00am–09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm Kids Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Please choose between the Halloween Pumpkin Jar Craft or the Haunted Castle Craft. Please register for only one of them to ensure there are enough kits to go around. Thank you. Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag. 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 Haunted Castle Take Home Craft, 6-9 Years 09/08/2025 @ 9:00am–09/14/2025 @ 6:00pm Kids Edmond Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Edmond Library Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag. 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 "All Ages" group Freedom To Read Book Display 09/10/2025 @ 8:30am–09/24/2025 @ 8:30am All Ages Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "All Ages" group 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!
9 am			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 Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) 10:00am–10:45am 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 Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Birth-PreK Midwest City Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group 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 Toddlerobics 10:30am–11:15am Birth-PreK Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group 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: Toddlers are invited to get a great start to lifelong learning through this fun-filled aerobics class, designed to develop fine and gross motor skills and help prepare children for reading readiness.	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 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 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 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 All Ages Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK 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 Harrah Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Birth-PreK Harrah Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Library Branch: Harrah Library Room: In-Library (Harrah) 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 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 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 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!
11 am		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5) 11:00am–11:45am 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 Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Birth-PreK Midwest City Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group 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 "Adults" group Southern Oaks Book Club 11:30am–12:30pm Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading 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. New members are always welcome!				This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Portuguese Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids The Village Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room B (Village) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Event Description: Does your family speak Portuguese or are you interested in hearing a Portuguese storytime? Bring your family to a storytime where Portuguese will be the language spoken and books will be read in Portuguese. 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.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Cozy Mystery Readers Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Southern Oaks Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Do you love cozy mysteries? Find your favorite new author and share your favorites with other members. This month's delightful selection is, A Doomful of Sugar by Catherine Bruns, or read any title from the series.					This event is in the "Adults" group Book Bunch Book Club 1:30pm–3:30pm 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: 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. This month's book club meeting we're discussing: "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck. Visit the library or call us to reserve previous book club titles today!
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3 pm				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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group Library Helpers (Ages 5-12) 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Northwest Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Northwest Library Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading Registration Required Event Description: Calling all junior librarians! Learn the Dewey Decimal System, explore our databases, talk about new books, create library displays, and help us decorate the children's area of the library. 2nd Monday of every month at 4PM 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 After School Hangout 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, Teens Southern Oaks Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming Event Description: Join us every other Monday for an array of after-school activities. School-aged children and teens only! This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids Midwest City Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) 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 is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud. 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 Rocket Readers 4:30pm–6:00pm Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help Event Description: Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.		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 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group Children Reading to Dogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids Bethany Library This event is in the "Kids" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Children's Area (Bethany) 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) 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 "Adults" group Cancelled CANCELLED - Belle Isle Book Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Belle Isle Library This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Library Branch: Belle Isle Library Room: Online (Belle Isle) 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. Join us to virtually discuss interesting books with the Belle Isle Book Club every month on the 2nd Wednesday at 5:30 PM. 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Reading to Dogs 6:00pm–7:00pm All Ages Almonte Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Almonte Library Room: Meeting Room (Almonte) Age Group: All Ages 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. 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.

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