Upcoming Events

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.

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Calling all young readers! Join us as we discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more! Books clubs are an excellent way for children to develop language and conversation skills, solve problems, and make new friends.

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.

Are you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all ages, all skill levels program will help you do just that!

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.

“Pop” on over to the Northwest Library for a bubble-tastic party! Not only will it be a blast, but your little one will also work on fine and gross motor skills while exploring early STEM concepts.

Join us at the library for a colorful celebration to kick off the Summer Reading Program! 🌈🎨 Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning of creative activities, including chalk art, vibrant bubbles, painting, and lively music.

Embark on an epic adventure in our Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Whether you’re new to the world of tabletop role playing games or just curious about the game, all are welcome to join.

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Join us for activities, art, and creative fun for all! We'll be celebrating the start of Summer Reading both inside the library and out on the Village Greens north of the library. 

Join us for a lively Saturday Morning Storytime at the Ralph Ellison Library, a fun-filled 30-minute session designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 1-5!

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Join us for Makerfest 2025, a celebration of creativity and hands-on making! Explore interactive maker stations featuring paper crafts, sewing, 3D doodling, and more, as well as, a screen printing demo from 2-3 pm!

Genealogists from Metropolitan Library System's Special Collections archive will be visiting and bringing their scanners to help you record your cherished photos, keepsakes, and documents.

Join us at the Northwest Library for an exciting crafting adventure where creativity meets friendship!

The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.

Get ready to kick off a colorful summer of reading and activities at the Warr Acres Library!

Join us for a fun-filled event to celebrate the start of summer reading with indoor and outdoor activities for all ages.