This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 24 2026 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 24 2026 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Science & STEAM Event Description: 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.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan-Feb 2026 Beetle Collection Kit (Ages 5-10) All Day 1/26–2/1 Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan-Feb 2026 Beetle Collection Kit (Ages 5-10) All Day 1/26–2/1 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Quilting & Crafting 11:00am–2:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Quilting & Crafting 11:00am–2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon The Urban Poets 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon The Urban Poets 6:00pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Open Mic Poetry Night. Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent?
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Homework Help and Afterschool Snack at the Library 3:00pm–4:30pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Homework Help and Afterschool Snack at the Library 3:00pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help Event Description: If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Mindfulness for Teens 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Mindfulness for Teens 6:00pm–7:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Mind full or mindful? Learn how saying “thanks” can make you a better student and happier person. We will go through the basics of mindful meditation and make a gratitude journal to take home!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 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.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:00pm–7:30pm Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:00pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Seed Swap 2:00pm–3:30pm Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Seed Swap 2:00pm–3:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Registration will close on January 30, 2026 @ 1:06pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Celebrate National Seed Swap Day a day early! Bring your own seeds, your plants, your cuttings and propagations and pick up a few of ours! 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 Feb 1 - 7 2026 Scavenger Hunt A Century of Black History Commemorations: Inventors All Day 2/1–2/7 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 1 - 7 2026 Scavenger Hunt A Century of Black History Commemorations: Inventors All Day 2/1–2/7 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics Event Description: We are celebrating 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week with a scavenger hunt all month long. Each week will be based on a different category. This week is Black Inventors.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 - 16 2026 The New York Times 1619 Project Magazine Giveaway All Day 2/1–2/16 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 - 16 2026 The New York Times 1619 Project Magazine Giveaway All Day 2/1–2/16 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Take-Home Kit Event Description: From the archives - Developed by Nikole Hannah-Jones, writers from The New York Times, and The New York Times Magazine in August 2019, this magazine focused on subjects of slavery and the founding of the United States.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 - 28 2026 Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 2/1–2/28 Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 1 - 28 2026 Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 2/1–2/28 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Go on a quest for knowledge with Ralph Ellison's annual trivia quiz! The quizzes are take-home kits, so there's plenty of time to test your knowledge. You will get the questions and the answers along with a prize.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Quilting & Crafting 11:00am–2:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Quilting & Crafting 11:00am–2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 - 9 2026 DIY Valentine's Wind Chimes Take-Home Kit 02/02/2026 @ 12:00pm–02/09/2026 @ 9:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 - 9 2026 DIY Valentine's Wind Chimes Take-Home Kit 02/02/2026 @ 12:00pm–02/09/2026 @ 9:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Make your own cute Valentine’s wind chime at home. The kit includes all supplies and is perfect for an easy, fun craft. Disclaimer(s) Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Homework Help at the Library 3:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Homework Help at the Library 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Books & Reading, Homework Help, Reading Help Event Description: If you have a challenging homework assignment or questions about what you've learned, stop by the Ralph Ellison Library for Homework Help.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Children ages 4-18 are invited to enjoy an afterschool snack/meal from 3:30-5:00 pm at Ralph Ellison Library. 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.
