Attention:

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

Upcoming Events

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Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit

04/28/2025 @ 10:00am - 05/12/2025 @ 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Masterpiece Makers - Van Gogh

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

In Masterpiece Makers, children can discover famous artists and explore their iconic styles through art projects. This month’s featured artist is Vincent Van Gogh!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stories in Motion: A Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture

11:00am - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Entire 4th Floor
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Film & Movies, Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Stories in Motion, a vibrant celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime (CANCELLED)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lofi Study Hall

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Homework Help, Writing
Event Description:

Is the Midterm crunch getting you down? Do you want a quiet place to study for finals? Do you need a spot for the in-between? Come on to the Downtown library every Monday from 3 to 5 P.M. for a quiet study hall.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Baby Storytime!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us every Wednesday, 11:00am, at the Downtown Library for a baby storytime! Connect with other families in the community while engaging in stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Around the World: Japan

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Learning about other cultures helps children develop a sense of empathy and possibility. Join us Downtown each month as we explore a new country, using arts and crafts, hands-on activities, and most importantly our imaginations!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MLC Executive Committee Meeting

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Reading Help
Registration Required
Event Description:

***REGISTRATION IS NOT ACTUALLY REQUIRED. IT IS ENCOURAGED SO WE CAN GET AN IDEA OF NUMBERS, BUT FEEL FREE TO SHOW UP WITHOUT REGISTERING.***

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawyers in the Library

9:30am - 1:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Registration Required
Event Description:

Need legal advice?

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Preschool Paint & Play

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for Preschool Paint & Play, a program where preschoolers can unleash their imagination! In each program we will explore a different art medium, allowing children to explore their creativity while getting a little messy.

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Build: LEGO and Beyond

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

***REGISTRATION IS NOT ACTUALLY REQUIRED. IT IS ENCOURAGED SO WE CAN GET AN IDEA OF NUMBERS, BUT FEEL FREE TO SHOW UP WITHOUT REGISTERING.***

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A View of the Holocaust through Historical Photographs

05/12/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/22/2025 @ 8:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Primary sources are tangible evidence of a historical event and one of the very best ways to understand history.  Historical primary sources include items such as photographs, maps, speeches, newspapers, diaries, letters, posters, artifacts,

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

¡Canta Conmigo! Bilingual Storytime (CANCELLED)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lofi Study Hall

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Homework Help, Writing
Event Description:

Is the Midterm crunch getting you down? Do you want a quiet place to study for finals? Do you need a spot for the in-between? Come on to the Downtown library every Monday from 3 to 5 P.M. for a quiet study hall.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Talk About It: The Worst Hard Time Revisited

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Oklahoma Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Dr.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

123! Play with Me!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth-PreK
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Science Explorers: Robotics

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us in exploring the fascinating world of science!

This program is a self guided exploration room with hands on science stations!
Think Science Museum - but its free!