This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 African American Inventor Exhibit by Phil Tolbert All Day 2/1 - 2/28 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 African American Inventor Exhibit by Phil Tolbert All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Ralph Ellison Library is honored and excited to host librarian and researcher Phillip Tolbert's curated display of African American Inventors in celebration of Black History Month.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 Black History Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 Black History Month Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Learn about Black History Month and historical black figures whose achievements have been overlooked or underappreciated.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 Scavenger Hunt- Black History Inventions All Day 2/1 - 2/28 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 Scavenger Hunt- Black History Inventions All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Cultural Experiences Event Description: Help us celebrate Black History Month with a scavenger hunt throughout the library! Grab your instructions and a pencil at the reference desk.
This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 - 28 2025 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 2025 Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 2/1 - 2/28 Ralph Ellison Library 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 12 2025 Wed CANCELLED: Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Cancelled CANCELLED: Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 10:30-12:30.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed CANCELLED: Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Cancelled CANCELLED: Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming Event Description: You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Spend your mana and summon your creatures at the Ralph Ellison Library, as we host our Magic the Gathering Club. Newcomers and Veterans alike are welcome. No Cards? No Problem!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Paint Your Partner's Portrait Party 6:00pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Paint Your Partner's Portrait Party 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Description: Honor the spirit of Galentine’s and Valentine's Day by Painting your Partner! Whether you're spending this Valentine’s Day with a romantic partner, a best friend, or simply embracing self-love, this all-inclusive painting party is the perfect
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Pet Food Pantry 11:30am - 12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Pet Food Pantry 11:30am - 12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program Event Description: The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Saturday Morning Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Saturday Morning Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 10:30-12:30.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 17 2025 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 17 2025 Mon Quilting & Crafting 11:00am - 2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Black History Heroes: A Jeopardy Adventure for Young Learners 6:30pm - 8:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library Registration This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 17 2025 Mon Black History Heroes: A Jeopardy Adventure for Young Learners 6:30pm - 8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Family Programs, Games & Gaming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Description: Engage children in an interactive and educational Black History Month celebration through an exciting Jeopardy-style game that highlights important African American achievements, leaders, and historical moments.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Toddler Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Toddler Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes 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 "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Teen Craft & Chat 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Teen Craft & Chat 4:30pm - 5:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: Calling all teens! Come to the library to spend some time with other teens, enjoy a craft, and make new friends!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Adult Basic Education Classes (ABE) 10:30am - 12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 10:30-12:30.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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 "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup 12:30pm - 2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Pre-Meeting & Setup 12:30pm - 2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Orientation Meeting 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Orientation Meeting 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting 3:30pm - 5:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting 3:30pm - 5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Commission Meetings
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu RESCHEDULED: Speed Friending 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu RESCHEDULED: Speed Friending 6:00pm - 7:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Description: New Year, New You, New Friends!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri 123! Play with Me! 11:00am - 12:00pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 21 2025 Fri 123! Play with Me! 11:00am - 12:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) 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 "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Saturday Morning Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat Saturday Morning Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Description: 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!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat OKC Mobile Market 2:00pm - 3:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat OKC Mobile Market 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group. Feb 22 2025 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 3:00pm - 4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Science & STEAM Event Description: Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.