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Time	Sun (8/24)	Mon (8/25)	Tue (8/26)	Wed (8/27)	Fri (8/29)	Sat (8/30)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Back to School Scavenger Hunt! All Day 8/1–8/30 All Ages Almonte Library This event is in the "All Ages" group 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!
	This event is in the "All Ages" group Dog Days of Summer Scavenger Hunt 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Onsite (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs Event Description: The dog days of summer have hit the library! Come see if you can sniff out all the pups and learn to identify some different dog breeds! If you find them all, you get 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 event is in the "All Ages" group Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness 08/01/2025 @ 9:00am–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness Event Description: The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Affirmation Animal Shelter All Day 8/5–8/29 All Ages, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Lobby (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Stop by the library to "adopt" an affirmation animal that will help guide you through the school year! 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 "All Ages" group Art Supplies Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/8–8/29 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: 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!
	This event is in the "All Ages" group State Fair DIY Pennant Kit 08/18/2025 @ 12:15pm–08/30/2025 @ 5:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Come make a DIY Pennant! The kit comes with everything you need! Sign up for the State Fair Raffle for a chance to win 4 tickets!
10 am						This event is in the "All Ages" group OKC Mobile Market 10:30am–11:30am All Ages Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.
11 am						This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled CANCELLED Dog Adoption Fair 11:00am–2:00pm All Ages Bethany Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs Event Description: Join two dog rescuesfor a heartwarming dog adoption event where wagging tails and wet noses are waiting to find their forever homes! We'll have an incredible group of adoptable dogs, from playful pups to calm companions, all eager to meet you. 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. 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
12 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Scavenger Hunt 12:00pm–1:00pm All Ages Jones Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Jones Library Room: Passive Program (Jones) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Games & Gaming This event is in the "All Ages" group OKC Mobile Market 12:30pm–1:30pm All Ages Warr Acres Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Warr Acres Library Room: Onsite (Warr Acres) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.
1 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group Character Creation Workshop 1:00pm–2:30pm 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, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Writing Registration Required Event Description: Do you love table top RPGS? Are you a budding writer trying to up your character creation? Come join us at the Southern Oaks library for a fun and interactive group character creation workshop!
2 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group OKC Mobile Market 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: Health & Wellness Event Description: The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.
3 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group NewView Oklahoma Vision Resource Table 3:00pm–5:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Lobby (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: NewView Oklahoma, a nonprofit focusing on assisting Oklahomans with vision loss, will have an informational table in the lobby at Ralph Ellison.			This event is in the "All Ages" group Spoticus Birthday Party! 3:30pm–5:00pm All Ages Bethany Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Bethany Library Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs Registration Required Event Description: Spoticus, the Metropolitan Library System's friendly Dalmatian mascot, turns 22 on August 29th! Come to the library to say hi to Spoticus and celebrate him! 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group Pokemon Club 4:30pm–5:30pm All Ages, Kids Midwest City Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Midwest City Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) Age Group: All Ages, Kids Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection.	This event is in the "All Ages" group STEAM Tuesday 4:30pm–5:30pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Writing Event Description: Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Summerween Art Party 4:00pm–5:30pm All Ages The Village Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Village) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences Registration Required Event Description: Do you wish Halloween was already here? We do too! Here's our end-of-summer art party, with a theme that's only a little bit scary.	This event is in the "All Ages" group Chess Club 4:00pm–5:30pm All Ages The Village Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: The Village Library Room: Meeting Room A (Village) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming Event Description: It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning. Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.
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6 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group DIY Mini State Fair Food 6:00pm–7:00pm All Ages, Adults Capitol Hill Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library Room: Meeting Room 1 (Capitol Hill) Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied. 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

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