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The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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Knitters' Circle

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
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)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

Sound Bath Meditation

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join wellness practitioners Anna and Mark from MARKANNA Wellness for a peaceful sound bath and meditation experience.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join wellness practitioners Anna and Mark from MARKANNA Wellness for a peaceful sound bath and meditation experience.

Game Night

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Spice Chronicles Ch 5: Shawarma

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

knitting hands

Knitters' Circle

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
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)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Storytime

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

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Cover of There Are Rivers in the Sky: A Novel by Elif Shafak

Jones Book Club

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

seed library box

Seed Library

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The ground is warming and the daylight hours are lengthening. Get those warm season seeds in the ground! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too! Visit our seed library today.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The ground is warming and the daylight hours are lengthening. Get those warm season seeds in the ground! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too! Visit our seed library today.

Library Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Passive Program (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

knitting hands

Knitters Circle

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

Children Reading to Dogs

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

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.

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
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)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Members of Sugar Free Allstars with keyboard and drums.

Neighborhood Arts: Sugar Free Allstars

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

Game Night

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

Storytime

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK
Preschool Storytime:

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...

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: 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!

Rainbow of Rocks!

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

In this fun hands-on class, the Geologists of the Oklahoma Geological Survey will introduce children to the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and soils by exploring the science of color!

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. 

Neighborhood Arts: Oklahoma Violin Ensemble

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Live Performances & Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

The Oklahoma Violin Ensemble invites you to experience the beauty of live string music. We want to share the string music that changed our lives, as we are grateful and blessed to have learned to play the violin at an early age.

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

Vinta Boat Storytime and Mosaic Painting

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. 

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

Spice Chronicles Ch 6: Old Bay

All Day
Online + Curbside (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

View Details
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.