Contact Us
Southern Oklahoma Library System
601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK 73401
Phone: (580) 223-3164
Fax: (580) 223-3280
Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Directions
Champion Public Library is located at 601 Railway Express in Ardmore, Oklahoma which is behind the Two Frogs Restaurant on South Holiday Drive. From Interstate 35 use Exit 31-A.
Events and Resources
Holiday Reading Challenge
For Kids and Teens
From December 1st to January 2nd, Champion Public Library will host a holiday reading challenge for children and teens using the Reader Zone app. Each participant will need to log 5 holiday theme books through the app, and upon reaching their goal, they will receive a ticket to enter for exciting prizes (limited to 5 tickets per participant). Prizes include either a snowman modeling kit or a hot chocolate bomb making kit. The winners will be drawn on January 3rd. Call for more info.
Drive Through Santa Event
For All Ages
Visit Champion Public Library for our annual Drive Through Santa Event! Santa and Mrs. Claus will appear at Davis Public Library on Monday, December 23rd from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Guests will receive a holiday treat and have the opportunity to take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Remember to bring your camera!
Teen Anime & Manga Book Club
For Ages 13 to 17
The holidays are upon us at Champion Public Library’s Teen Anime & Manga Book Club! Join us on Thursday, December 26th, at 5:30 PM, as we discuss “My Hero Academia, Vol. 1” by Kohei Horikoshi and watch the special holiday episode from the anime series. After our discussion, teens aged 13 to 17 can participate in a round of Anime Character Bingo. Delicious snacks will be provided by the library. Don't miss out on the fun!
Winter Reading Challenge
For Ages 18 and Up
From January 1st – 31st, Champion Public Library will host a winter reading challenge for adults, ages 18 and up, using the Reader Zone app. Each participant will need to log 5 books through the app, and upon reaching their goal, they will receive a ticket to enter for exciting prizes (limited to 5 tickets per participant). Prize includes a BomBomb Hot Chocolate mix gift set. The winners will be drawn on February 3rd. Call for more info.
Strength and Balance Class
At HFV Wilson Community Center
Beginning January 7th, Champion Public Library will be hosting a class on Strength and Balance for Seniors at the HFV Wilson Community Center, 625 E Main St. in Ardmore. This 8-session course will be instructed by Susan Cowlbeck from 2:00 to 3:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, until January 30th. Register early by calling Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164 or call the HFV Wilson Community Center at (580) 223-0136.
Let's Talk About It Book Series
For Ages 18 and Up
The Let’s Talk About It series entitled: “Travel: New Ways of Seeing” will begin Thursday, January 9th at 5:30 PM at Champion Public Library with “Blue Highways: A Journey into America” by William Least Heat-Moon. Rex Morrell will serve as the evening’s scholar.
Chair Yoga
At HFV Wilson Community Center
Join Champion Public Library at the HFV Wilson Community Center, 625 E Main St. in Ardmore for an 8-week Chair Yoga class. With instructor Mae Woodward, guests will learn yoga movements they can do at home that benefit those knee or hip issues. This class will take place at 2:00 PM, Wednesdays, starting February 5th and will go through March 26th. Register early by calling Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164 or call the HFV Wilson Community Center at (580) 223-0136.
Storytime
For Kids 4 Years and Younger
Join Champion Public Library for Storytime from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Children and their parents or caretakers will be read a story and participate in activities with music and movement. This event happens on Fridays until May 2nd, 2024.
D&D Game Night
For Ages 7 - 17
Are you interested in playing Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) but don't know where to start? Join us for Champion Public Library's D&D Game Night every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Great for beginners or regular players of D&D.
Library Passport
For Ages 8 - 13
Is your child ready to read on their own but is unsure where to start? Start your journey with Champion Public Library’s Passport Program for a guided and incentivized reading adventure. Children are welcome to sign up and read a variety of popular series. Library Passport booklets can be obtained at the library from library staff. Once a child returns a read book, they will be asked a trivia question over the book and receive a stamp on their passport. For each page of the passport a child completes they will receive a small prize and a certificate. A large prize will be given once they complete 5 or more pages.
Passport
Traveling? Need A Passport?
Champion Public Library is your one-stop shop for all your passport needs! Forms, photos, and more, the Champion Public Library in Ardmore can help.