Event List

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.

ROAR! It's tea time! Dress up in your fancy tea party clothes and join us for a Rawr-some morning. We will read a book about a dinosaur tea party, have our own tea party, and do related crafts and activities.

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

Join us for Saturday Family Storytime at the Belle Isle Library! Enjoy a fun-filled morning of books, songs, play, and interactive activities, perfect for the whole family. Activities will vary week to week. 

Children will discover how light and shadows work through interactive storytelling, hands-on exploration, and other creative activities. They will explore concept questions like

Where does light come from?

Looking for a new job but not sure where to start? This hands-on class will walk you through the basics of finding and applying for jobs online.

Does your kid: Love building with blocks, both tall and small? Have a ball with the duplo table? Harbor dreams of creating and tending to their own flower beds?

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

Ready to write the next great novel—or finally finish that story you started ages ago? Join us throughout the month of November for a relaxed writing session where you can devote two uninterrupted hours to your novel.

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

Do you need help with government applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our DHS Embedded Worker for help!

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Join us every Monday as we read stories, dance, sing songs, and play! Little ones will be introduced to early literacy concepts while playing and interacting with other kids their age.

Join us with your preschooler as we play with arts and crafts. Projects are process based and are designed to help kids with their fine motor skills, self expression, and many other valuable concepts. Don't put your little ones in cute clothes!

Join us for Storytime at the Midwest City Library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and share valuable information about reading readiness with parents and caregivers.

Find Your Flow with Intermediate Tai Chi!

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends and play Pokemon together. Bring your cards and games and get ready to trade! We'll have a limited amount of Pokemon cards to hand out to start your collection.