LATE OPENING - MARATHON

The Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 25 and 2:30pm on Sunday, April 26, due to the Memorial Marathon.

Experience Passes

Introducing NEW Experience Passes!

About Our Experience Passes

Metro Library guests now have the opportunity to experience the Oklahoma City metro area in a new way using their Metro Library account. Guests can visit a local library to check out an Experience Pass to one of seven museum experiences including the American Banjo Museum, the First Americans Museum, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA), the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Gaylord-Pickens Museum, the Oklahoma History Center, and Skeletons: Museum of Osteology. 

Each library has one Experience Pass for each of the seven museums, available to loan for up to seven days. Experience passes are first-come first-served (not holdable through our catalog), and you can check the availability of experience passes here.

After checking availability, please call us at 405-231-8650 so that we can hold it for you if you're on your way to pick it up. Only one pass per family at a time can be checked out. Each pass includes the following: 

 

American Banjo Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people

 

First Americans Museum

One pass allows admission for up to two adults and four children  

 

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Oklahoma Firefighters Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Oklahoma Hall of Fame Gaylord-Pickens Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people

 

Oklahoma History Center

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Skeletons: Museum of Osteology

One pass allows admission for up to two adults and two children  

 

Rules for use 

  • Experience passes cannot be renewed. 

  • Only one pass may be checked out at a time per household. 

  • Overdue fines are $1 per day up to a total of $30. 

  • The lost item charge (replacement cost) for each pass is $60.

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Ribbon Recycle Bookmarks

2:00pm–3:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Kids will create a bookmark using old
Oklahoma State Fair ribbons to mark their
place in summer reading! Each participant will
receive a small grouping of ribbons and be
able to cut & create designs to glue to their

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

Who’s Who in the Zoo?

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Del City Library
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

What can a skull tell us about an animal? In this exciting class, students will explore the five major animal classifications (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish) through the fascinating study of skulls.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Are you ready to ROAR?  Join Master Magician Michael Corley on a Journey 65 Million years in the making!  “Expedition: Magic!” Is a 45 minute highly interactive magic and storytelling show with themes of exploration, science, and of cour

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 2)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

3:00pm–3:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Groovemeant - Oklahoma's elite hip hop street dancers and educators. Enjoy a streetdance showcase.

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
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafternoon!

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Come & Go crafting!

Join us anytime between 3-4:30pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays in June & July! This is a self directed come and go program. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

"Holes" Themed Escape Room (Section 3)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is an escape room based around the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar.  Work as a team to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and escape Camp Green Lake.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
The Village Library
Cancelled
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.

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