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Hispanic Heritage Flag Collage Take Home Kit

All Day 9/29–10/10
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It's Hispanic Heritage Month, so create a collage with flags from different countries.

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

(Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag

All Day 10/1–10/11
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all teens or adults who love reading teen books! Bookish is available for adults to check out too!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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

College Application Take Home Kit

All Day 10/1–10/11
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

The college application process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Once you have filled out one application, the others won't be as hard.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Life in a Rotting Log Passive Program

All Day 10/1–10/11
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to know what happens when a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to see it? Step into the Ralph Ellison Library and watch a log as it slowly decomposes and is returned to the soil.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

HA-HA HALLOWEEN JOKE HUNT

All Day 10/1–10/12
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

What do birds say on Halloween? 

Answer: Trick or tweet

 

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

Spooky Halloween Yarn Tassel Take-Home Kit

10/06/2025 @ 9:30am–10/12/2025 @ 6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Come grab a Spooky Yarn Tassel Take-Home Kit from Ralph Ellison Library! 

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

CANCELLED: All Ages Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pumpkin Painting Party

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

It's SpoOooOkY Halloween! Join the Ralph Ellison Library in celebrating at the 2nd Annual Pumpkin Painting Party! Small pumpkins and paint supplies will be provided by the library.

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

Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

3:30pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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

123! Play With Me!

11:30am–12:30pm
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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 "All Ages" group

CANCELLED: Pet Food Pantry

11:30am–12:30pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Due to financial concerns, the Pet Food Pantry has been cancelled for the foreseeable future.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Button-Making Party

3:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a fun Button-Making Party on October 12th!

Get creative and design your own themed buttons! Drop by to make a few fun and festive buttons to take home or share.

Themes include:

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

HA-HA HALLOWEEN JOKE HUNT

All Day 10/14–10/31
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Children's Area (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

What do birds say on Halloween? 

Answer: Trick or tweet

 

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

Mindfulness Journal Take Home Kit

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am–10/20/2025 @ 9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

It can be difficult to take a moment to stop, slow down, and focus on something that’s good for our well-being. Pick up one of our monthly mindfulness journals filled with prompts to help you focus on your mental health! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Afternoon

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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 "All Ages" group

Life in a Rotting Log Passive Program

All Day 10/15–10/31
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Have you ever wanted to know what happens when a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to see it? Step into the Ralph Ellison Library and watch a log as it slowly decomposes and is returned to the soil.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Gelli Printing for Kids

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a hands-on art experience this fall break!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

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

 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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

CANCELLED: Toddler (Ages 1-3) Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

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.

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

Reading Refuel: Afterschool Snack for Kids

3:30pm–5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
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

Tales of Tarot

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an enchanting evening where tarot cards come to life as tools for storytelling and self-discovery!

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 "Kids" group

Celebrating Dolly Parton: Coffee Filter Butterflies Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20–10/26
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Butterflies are Dolly Parton's symbol. Create your own beautiful, colorful butterflies using coffee filters and washable markers! 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Celebrating Dolly Parton: Construction Paper Trains Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20–10/26
Birth-PreK
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

All aboard! Help your child build their own construction paper train while developing essential early learning skills supporting color and shape identification and fine motor skill development. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).