Event List

Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied.

If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Spend your mana and summon your creatures at the Ralph Ellison Library, as we host our Magic the Gathering Club. Newcomers and Veterans alike are welcome. No Cards? No Problem!

This workshop will provide caregivers with important information about dementia, how to recognize the warning signs of dementia, and different things caregivers can do to help fight the disease.

Have you always wanted to learn how to cook, but getting out those big pots and pans just isn't it? No one wants to have to do all those dishes all the time!

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Hey Teens! Love candy? Love sour candy? Join us at Ralph Ellison Library, we're going to be experimenting with Kool-Aid, sugar and citric acid. Make your candy super sweet or suuuuuper sour!

Adventurers Wanted for Dungeons & Dragons at the Ralph Ellison Library!

Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Crack the Code of History!

Mission: Decode. Discover. Escape!

Join us for an epic escape room adventure where YOU are on a mission to unlock the mysteries of the U.S. Constitution!

It's teen time at the library! Come join in on the fun every other Tuesday while we play video games, board games, be crafty, techy, or just hang out and make new friends! Have an idea for a teen program? We want to hear from you!

It's Constitution Day.  On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We'll talk and read more about the constitution. 

What do you know about worms and soil? Together we will read the book Diary of a Worm and make a silly and scrumptious "dirt" cup as we learn about different soil types. 

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

Join us every Tuesday morning for our delightful Toddler Storytime at the public library! This engaging program is specially designed for children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers.

Are you interested in learning more about Artificial Intelligence and AI programs? Neal Hettinger, OCCC professor and local author, is offering an AI seminar at your local library.

Make beautiful paintings out of yarn and glue! Inspired by the indigenous Huichol people of Mexico.