Ardmore, Oklahoma

Champion Public Library

Contact Us

Southern Oklahoma Library System
601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK 73401

Phone: (580) 223-3164

Fax: (580) 223-3280

E-mail: champion@southernoklibrarysystem.org

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

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Summer Reading Kick Off Party

Touch-A-Truck and Foam Party
Join us at Champion Public Library on Saturday, May 10th for two family-friendly events! Touch-A-Truck will be from 10:00 to 11:30 AM and provide children of all ages the experience of viewing life-sized vehicles and the opportunity to interact with community leaders. Shortly after, we'll host a Foam Party to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program. From 1:30 to 2:30 PM, children will be able to play with fantastic foam. Goggles, water safe shoes, and play clothes are recommended.
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Healthy Grilling Class

For Ages 18 and Up
Time to start up the grills at Champion Public Library! Join us on Tuesday, May 13th at 2:00 PM to learn healthy tips and tricks while grilling. Attendees ages 18 and up will be shown how to make a main dish, a side dish, and dessert using a grill, along with samples for tasting. Call to sign up.
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DHS Application Assistance

At The HFV Wilson Community Center in Ardmore
Want to know if you qualify for Department of Human Resources (DHS) assistance? Get a little help from a Digital Navigator! Join Champion Public Library at the HFV Wilson Center (625 E Main St, Ardmore, OK) on Wednesday, May 14th from 3:00-6:00 PM. A Digital Navigator will be available to assist participants in signing up for programs through the DHS including; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and much more. Call to sign up.
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DHS Application Assistance

At Food and Resource Center of South Central Oklahoma in Ardmore
Want to know if you qualify for Department of Human Resources (DHS) assistance? Get a little help from a Digital Navigator! Join Champion Public Library at the Food and Resource Center of South Central Oklahoma (801 Hailey SW, Ardmore, OK) on Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00-2:00 PM. A Digital Navigator will be available to assist participants in signing up for programs through the DHS including; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and more. For more info, call (580) 223-3164.
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Recycled Crayon Art

For Ages 6 - 10
Give old crayons a new life! Join Champion Public Library on Tuesday, May 27th from 5:00 – 6:30 PM for a recycled crayon art program. Children ages 6 to 10 will be able to create brand-new crayons to take home. Participants are encouraged to bring their own crayons to recycle, however, there will be crayons and a variety of molds provided by the library. Call to sign up.
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National Senior Health & Fitness Day

With Cardio Drumming & Healthy Desserts
Stay happy and healthy at Champion Public Library! Join us on Wednesday, May 28th at 2:00 PM for two demonstrations for seniors. First, participants will get their rhythm on with the Cardio Drumming class led by instructor Susan Cowlbeck. Afterward the drumming exercise, attendees get to learn and sample different summer salads and desserts. This demo promises to be fun and filled with information on being your healthiest you! Call to sign up.
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Teen Anime & Manga Book Club

For Ages 13 to 17
Get ready for the next Teen Anime & Manga Book Club at Champion Public Library! On Thursday, May 29th at 5:30 PM, the library will be diving into a classic with “Sailor Moon, Pretty Guardian: Vol. 1” by Naoko Takeuchi. After our discussion, teens aged 13 – 17 will have a chance to play a round of Anime Character Bingo along with snacks provided by the library. Call to sign up.
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Kik it Up!

For Kids in 1st - 5th
Is your child interested in healthy cooking? Join Champion Public Library for a weeklong culinary experience starting Monday, June 2nd - Friday, June 6th at 12:30 PM. Whittiny Barber with the OSU extension, will present “Kik It Up: Encouraging Kids in the Kitchen”, a summer program to children in 1st – 5th grade. This program encourages children to eat healthier snacks and exercise more through engaging activities throughout the week. Call to sign up.
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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, June 3rd 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.
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SRP Performers

For All Ages
Summer Reading Programming continues at Champion Public Library this June! Featuring the theme “Color Our World” the annual SRP will host the following performers every Wednesday in June at 11:00 AM. Free and up to the public.
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Book Club

For Ages 18 and Up
Join others at the Champion Public Library for a monthly book club on Thursday, June 5th 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 "Star Splitter" by Matthew J. Kirby. Call to sign up.
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Teen Cuisine

For Teens in 6th - 12th Grade
Join Champion Public Library Monday, June 9th – Friday, June 13th at 12:30 PM for a weeklong “Teen Cuisine” cooking program hosted by Whittiny Barber of the OSU Extension. This program will consist of 6 lessons during the week that are designed to teach teens the importance of nutrition, food preparation, food safety, cooking skills, and physical activity. “Teens Cuisine” aims to empower teens to adopt healthier lifestyles by teaching them the knowledge and skills needed to prepare nutritious snacks and meals at home. Call to sign up.
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Pony Beads Keychain Craft Class

For Ages 8 - 13
Time to get crafting at Champion Public Library is summer! Join us on Tuesday, June 10th from 5:00 – 6:30 PM to create fun-shaped keychains using pony beads. Attendees ages 8 - 13 will learn how to make an alligator and otter keychain. All materials will be provided by the library. Call to sign up.
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StoryWalk Storytime

For Kids of All Ages
Join Champion Public Library for an in-person Storytime at Ardmore Regional Park on Thursday, June 12th from 10:00 to 11:30 AM and 1:00 to 2:30 PM. This Storytime will feature Southern Oklahoma Library System’s (SOLS) StoryWalk® installation presenting the book “You Are a Lion! And Other Fun Yoga Poses” by Taeeun Yoo. This event will include a craft where children of all ages can create their own kindness rocks. The SOLS StoryWalk® Storytime is free and open to the public.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.