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Bethany Library | Metropolitan Library System

  • ️Mon Feb 03 2025

Contact Information

6700 NW 35th Street

Bethany, OK

73008

Phone: (405) 789-8363

About Bethany Library

The Bethany Library opened on January 31, 1965 and joined the Metropolitan Library System later that year. West Oklahoma City residents, as well as residents of Bethany, are the primary users of this library, borrowing hundreds of thousands of books and other materials each year. On April 5, 2016, Bethany voters approved a bond issue to build a new Bethany Library that would be nearly three times the size of the current library. On November 16, 2019, the new Bethany Library opened in a 23,000 square foot building that includes 4 study rooms, 4 meeting rooms, and a makerspace.

Book drop: Drive-up return on the west side of the building.

Services

    Technology

    • Public use computers with 60-minute internet access and printing capabilities
    • Mobile and offsite printing
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Color copy machine with free outbound faxing (to U.S. numbers only) and scanning capability
    • Wi-Fi hotspots (available to check out; holds can be placed in our catalog)

    MLS STUDIOS (MAKERSPACE)

    • Hours: Mon-Thurs 10-7 PM. To make an appointment, reserve online, call us at 405.231.8650, click the Need Help? button on this page, or email us.
    • Equipment:
      • Mac and Windows computers with full Adobe Creative Suite and PRUSA software to slice 3D prints and Blender software
      • 3D printers
      • Cricut maker (customers will need to bring their own supplies to use this machine)
      • Camera
      • Microphone
      • iPads for photo and video making
      • Green/White/Black screen backdrop
      • Lighting equipment and tripods
      • Button Maker

    Collection

    • Self-serve holds shelf and self-check machines
    • Catalog computers dedicated to searching the library's collection
    • Library staff who can provide assistance locating information, using print and electronic sources, and provide readers' advisory
    • Place and pick up interlibrary loan requests
    • Tours and instruction in the use of library resources (by appointment)
    • Experience Passes - Free admission to local museums. For more information, click here

    Spaces

Hours of Operation

Please check the top of this page for notices impacting our hours of operation or services offered.

Monday - Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm

Curbside Hours

Mon-Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 6pm

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Onsite (Bethany)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs

Event Description:

Find silly conversation hearts that are hidden around the children's area and receive a prize!

Only one prize per participant. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Onsite (Bethany)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Books & Reading, Health & Wellness

Event Description:

Tis the season for love -- and good books! How about a blind date with a book? Love is a risk after all, but this one, you can return.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Online + Curbside (Bethany)

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit

Event Description:

Cultural Bead Bracelets are significant in African culture. This bracelet will teach about the Pan-African flag and its significance to Black unity. Create your own bracelets using the colors of the Pan-African flag.

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 household and per registration (if required).

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

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.

Library Branch: Bethany Library

Room: Outside (Bethany)

Age Group: Birth-PreK

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Description:

Do you need food, formula, or diapers?  The Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile will be in the library parking lot 10am-2pm.  Stop by and receive a week's worth of diapers, and formula or food while supplies last.  Eligible a

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.

StoryWalk®

Enjoy nature and Bethany's walking trails as you read a story. StoryWalk® begins at Cecil Mendenhall All Abilities Park and ends at the Storyteller Statue in front of the Bethany Library. The story changes every month so drop by to catch a different tale. The braille for each story is provided by the Oklahoma Library for the Blind and is located at the Information Desk within the library. And don't forget to use our hashtag #bethanyokstorywalk to let us know how it went.

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Upcoming StoryWalk® titles are:
• Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds (October 2023)
• Fry Bread by Kevin Noble Maillard (November 2023)
• First Snow by Nancy Viau (December 2023)
• Wolf in the Snow by Matthew Cordell (January 2024)