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

Flyer for Champion Public Library's "Patriotic Suncatchers" event, showing twelve red-white-and-blue suncatcher shapes (star, USA, top hat, flag, butterfly, and more) hanging in a window with firework graphics. Text: Wednesday, July 29 at 2:00 PM, ages 8 & up. Call (580) 223-3164 to sign up. 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK.

Patriotic Suncatchers Craft

For Ages 8 and Up
Join Champion Public Library at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 29th, for a Patriotic Suncatchers Craft. Attendees ages 8 and up are invited to join in the fun and creativity. Participants will use tissue paper and a variety of other materials to design their own patriotic suncatchers, perfect for brightening up any window with vibrant, homemade art. Call to sign up.
Flyer for Champion Public Library's "Can You Survive the Oregon Trail?" event, featuring a travel-themed photo of an Oregon Trail road sign and a vintage train ticket. Text: Thursday, July 30 at 2 P.M., ages 10-14. Call 580-223-3164 to reserve a spot. 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK.

Can You Survive the Oregon Trail?

For Ages 10 to 14
Champion Public Library is excited to announce an adventurous and educational program for children ages 10 to 14: “Can You Survive the Oregon Trail?” Join us at the library at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 30th, for a thrilling journey back in time! Participants will get a chance to experience the challenges and excitement of the historic Oregon Trail by playing the classic survival game. Call to sign up.
Vintage newspaper-themed flyer for Champion Public Library's "History Through Graphics for Teens," featuring the graphic novel cover "Alexander Hamilton: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father" and a lantern illustration. Text: Thursday, July 30 at 5:30 PM, for ages 13 to 17. Call to sign up. 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK, (580) 223-3164.

History Through Graphic’s

For Ages 13 to 17
Step back in time and learn about the past at Champion Public Library’s History Through Graphics at 5:30 PM on Thursday, July 30th for teens ages 13 to 17. This month, we will look into the biography of the American legend who inspired a hit Broadway musical with “Alexander Hamilton: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father” by Jonathan Hennessey. Snacks will be provided by the library. Call to sign up.
Flyer for Book-Nics: story, snack, and activity events for ages 3–7, Fridays in July, 1:00–1:45 PM, at Champion Public Library, 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK. Snacks contain peanuts. Dates and books: July 3 – Duck for President; July 12 – The Sandwich Swap; July 17 – Diary of a Spider; July 24 – If You Give a Mouse a Cookie; July 31 – How Dinosaurs Went Extinct. Call (580) 223-3164 to sign up.

Book-Nics

For Ages 3 to 7
Join Champion Public Library from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM every Friday in July for Book-Nics. Each event will feature a story, snack and activity all based around a selection of children’s picture books. Children ages 3 to 7 are welcome to sign up for each Storytime individually. *Please be aware of any allergies as programs will feature a variety of snacks including gluten and peanut butter.
Flyer for "Family History 101: Start Your Genealogy Journey" at Champion Public Library, July 21 and August 4 at 2 p.m. Ages 18+, limited seating, first 14 sign-ups get a free workbook. 601 Railway Express, 580-223-3164.

Family History 101: Starting Your Genealogy Journey

For Ages 18 and Up
Champion Public Library is excited to announce “Family History 101: Starting Your Genealogy Journey,” a special course designed to help with exploring family trees. The program will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 21st, and again on Tuesday, August 4th, at the library. Call to sign up.
Diabetes Conversation Map Class Flyer CPL 2026

Diabetes Conversation Map Class

For Ages 18 and Up
Champion Public Library is proud to announce a new four-part Diabetes Conversation Map Class series, an American Diabetes Association-recognized program, beginning Wednesday, August 5th, and continuing weekly through August 26th. The classes will take place from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and will be led by certified instructor Judy Kyle. Call for more details.
White Octopus Hotel CPL Book Club July 2026

Book Club

For Ages 18 and Up
Join others at the Champion Public Library for a monthly book club at 5:30 PM on Thursday, August 6th. Conversation, fellowship, and refreshments will be centered on popular book titles for adults to discuss. This month’s book, “White Octopus Hotel” by Alex Bell will be discussed. Call to sign up.
Flyer for the 'Scrap Happy' Scrapbooking Class at Champion Public Library, ages 14 and up. Meets 2nd Tuesdays 1-4 PM (Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13) and 4th Tuesdays 4-7 PM (Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27). Address: 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK, (580) 223-3164. Vintage collage style with butterflies, tulips, a hot air balloon, and an old European building.

“Scrap Happy” Scrapbooking Class

For Ages 14 and Up
Capture your memories, your way! The Champion Public Library is continuing its “Scrap Happy” Scrapbooking class! Starting August 11th, scrapbooking classes will take place on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 PM and on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Classes will be held in August, September, and October, ending Thursday, October 27th. Call to sign up.
Flyer for the Teen Anime & Manga Book Club, Thursday, August 27 at 5:30 PM, ages 13-17, at Champion Public Library in Ardmore, OK. Features the cover of manga 'The Apothecary Diaries' Vol. 1, decorated with peony and cloud illustrations

Teen Anime & Manga Book Club

For Ages 13 to 17
See the mystery unfold at Champion Public Library’s Teen Anime & Manga Book Club at 5:30 PM on Thursday, August 27th. This month, we will be solving mysteries in “The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 1” by Natsu Hyuuga. 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.
Flyer for Calisthenics Exercise Classes with Hannah Benson at Champion Public Library, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM, July 7–30, for ages 18 and up. Photo shows three women doing lunge exercises in a gym. Address: 601 Railway Express, Ardmore, OK, (580) 223-3164.

Calisthenic Exercise Classes

For Ages 18 and Up
Kick off your summer with energy and strength at the Champion Public Library’s Calisthenics Class! Join instructor Hannah Benson every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 AM, from July 7th to July 30th, for a dynamic and motivating workout. Call to sign up.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Flyer CPL 2026

1,000 Books before Kindergarten

For Ages 4 and Younger
It's easy! One day, one book. Help your child get ready. The goal is to read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten. Sign up your baby, toddler, or preschooler, and get rewards.
Passport 2022 CPL

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.
Copy of Digital Navigation Help CPL PR April 2025

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.
Reading Passport CPL 2024 v2 flyer

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.
Kids D&D Game Night CPL Flyer

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.