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
Let's Talk About It Book Series
For Ages 18 and Up
Champion Public Library will conclude the Let’s Talk About It series with “Travel: New Ways of Seeing” with “America for Beginners” by Leah Franqui on Thursday, April 3rd at 5:30 p.m. Dr. Vivian Thomlinson 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.
Teen Anime & Manga Book Club
For Ages 13 to 17
Rock out at the next Teen Anime & Manga Book Club at Champion Public Library on Thursday, March 27th at 5:30 PM. Join us for a rocking time with “Bocchi the Rock!, Vol. 1” by Aki Hamazi. After our discussion, teens will have a chance to play a round of Anime Character Bingo. And guess what? There will be yummy snacks provided by the library.
The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That!
With PBS Kids and OETA
Join the Champion Public Library and OETA for a special family and community learning event series! This series will feature four engaging programs related to the PBS KIDS TV series “Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That!” These events will be on Mondays at 5:30 PM on April 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th. The library will provide meals for each program. Each program will last about 2 hours. Families are encouraged to sign up. Call to sign up.
3D Printing For Kids
For Ages 8 to 17
Is your child interested in exploring the world of 3D Printing? Join Champion Public Library on Tuesday, April 8th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM for a 3D printing class for children. Children will get to explore the uses of 3D printers and witness the 3D printer in action. Each child will receive step-by-step instructions on how to print and be allowed to print one object of their choice. Call to sign up.
Teen Anime & Manga Book Club
For Ages 13 to 17
Join us at the next Teen Anime & Manga Book Club at Champion Public Library on Thursday, April 24th at 5:30 PM. This time we are diving into the world of “Fruits Basket Another, Vol. 1” by Natsuki Takaya. After our discussion, teens will have a chance to play a round of Anime Character Bingo along with some yummy snacks! Signing up is encouraged.
Book Club
For Ages 18 and Up
Join others at the Champion Public Library for a monthly book club on Thursday, May 1st at 5:30 PM. Conversation, fellowship, and refreshments will be centered on popular book titles for adults to discuss. This month's book selection is "Starter Villain" by John Scalzi. Call to sign up.
Technology Help with a Digital Navigator
For All Ages
Does jumping into new technology seem like a daunting task? Want to know if you qualify for Department of Human Resources (DHS) assistance? Get a little help from a Digital Navigator! The Champion Public Library will be offering personal help with technology every Tuesday from 4:30 - 6:30 PM. Call to sign up.
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.
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.
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.