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.

Winter Reading

January 1 - February 28, 2023

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health, learn a new skill or read more, the Library is hosting a program that may motivate you to do just that! The Metropolitan Library System will kick off our winter reading challenge for adults on January 1, 2023.

Adults who read or listen to five books between January 1 and February 28, 2023, will earn a library-branded item and a coupon for three (3) free chicken tenders from Slim Chickens* as a goal prize AND be entered in a drawing for an exclusive prize pack** that includes a floor magnifier lamp, and a cozy library branded blanket.

*While supplies last

**Must have a valid adult Metropolitan Library System card

 

Winter Reading Ends:

 

 

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE?

Keep track of the books you read from January 1 - February 28, 2023, by writing the title and author down after you check off the category. Book titles may be used only once per card, and only one entry per person may be turned in.

Book titles may be used only once per card, and only one entry per person may be turned in.

 

HOW DO I EARN A PRIZE AND QUALIFY FOR A DRAWING GIFT?

Check off five book categories and write the title and author next to them. Turn in your card, and you'll earn a library-branded prize and a coupon for three free chicken tenders from Slim Chickens *while supplies last*, and be entered into a drawing* for a Prize Pack that includes a floor magnifier lamp and a cozy library branded blanket.

 

HOW DO I SUBMIT MY BINGO CARD TO EARN A PRIZE AND QUALIFY FOR A DRAWING?

Submit your bingo card in one of the following ways:

  • DROP OFF your bingo card (or a copy) at any Metropolitan Library On-Site Library.
  • RETURN your bingo card (or a copy) in your Library by Mail bag.

ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 6PM ON SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023.  

 

The fine print: Only one entry per person. Prize winners must have an adult Metropolitan Library Card that is in good standing. Metropolitan Library System staff, commissioners and their households are ineligible to win drawing prizes.

 

Upcoming Events

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At Home Composting

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

This class, led by Mason Huddleston, Urban Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator for the OSU Extension, will walk you through the essentials of composting at home. 

Registration encouraged

This event is in the "Adults" group

Technology Help - 1 hour appointments

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
This event is in the "Adults" group

Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Teens" group

Music MAYhem: Bring Your Sound!

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Choctaw Library
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Get ready to rock the library with Music Mayhem! Teens, grab your instruments and dive into a jam-packed session of musical mayhem.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Village Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
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 May 21, we will be discussing Better

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Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Game Night

3:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

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

STEM Club- Microscope Lab

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens
Luther Library
Library Branch: Luther Library
Room: In-Library (Luther)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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