Expand Your Horizons
Learn a new language with online Mango, read about the perfect local restaurant with our travel guides, or attend a performance from artists representing different cultures and forms. Your Library is your key to exploring the world whether you are traveling there or enjoying it here.
Blogs
5 Ways to Become a Joy Harjo Superfan
by Victoria, Marketing and Communications
There is absolutely no question that Joy Harjo has captured our attention. Everything from the gracefully raw way that she leads our literary senses as the U.S. Poet Laureate to how she teaches us about real history and the historical experience...
This Includes Everyone: Picture Books that Encourage Inclusivity
One of my heroes, Mister Fred Rogers, once said, “The world needs a sense of worth, and it will achieve it only by its people feeling that they are worthwhile.” Below are some picture books families can read together that prompt conversation about inclusion and recognizing worth in all of o...
Events
Have you gone to the Oklahoma State Fair your whole life? Will 2024 be your first year? This kit contains everything you need to make a special souvenir for your visit.
What's your favorite part of Oklahoma State Fair? The rides? The animals? The entertainment? The history? Or is it the... FAIR FOOD?!??!?
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!
It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
Every Tuesday we will have a different Maker activity in the library! Stop by to see what we're doing.
Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.
Come along with us as we explore the legends and lore behind the world's fantastical creatures through arts and crafts!
This month, we're encountering bigfoot!
Do you like sharing recipes, stories, books, craft ideas, watching little known movies and discussing all kinds of cultures- including diversity and pop culture? Yes?!
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.
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