This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 28 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 28 2025 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 Oct 29 2025 Wed RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 29 2025 Wed RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm 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 10:30AM-12:30PM.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Hearty & Healthy: Cooking with Fall Squash 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Hearty & Healthy: Cooking with Fall Squash 2:30pm–4:00pm 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: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Guests will explore the nutritional benefits and versatility of fall squash varieties like butternut, acorn, and pumpkin with our OSU Extension presenter. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 30 2025 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 Oct 30 2025 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 Oct 30 2025 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:30pm–8:00pm Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:30pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 1 - 9 2025 (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 11/1–11/9 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 1 - 9 2025 (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 11/1–11/9 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 1 - 25 2025 Take Home Kit: Native American Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 11/1–11/25 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 Nov 1 - 25 2025 Take Home Kit: Native American Heritage Month Knowledge Quizzes All Day 11/1–11/25 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 newest 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 "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 2 2025 Sun Apple of my Pie: Make and Take 1:15pm–3:00pm All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 2 2025 Sun Apple of my Pie: Make and Take 1:15pm–3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: Join us for a Sunday afternoon of making pie at the Ralph Ellison Library. This program lets kids practice following directions, measuring ingredients, and assembling a delicious pie.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 2 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 4 3:00pm–6:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 2 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 4 3:00pm–6:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Description: Adventurers Wanted for Dungeons & Dragons at the Ralph Ellison Library!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 - 9 2025 Take Home Kit: Pumpkin Pie Spice All Day 11/3–11/9 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 Nov 3 - 9 2025 Take Home Kit: Pumpkin Pie Spice All Day 11/3–11/9 Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Did you miss Apple Pie Time? No worries! Pick up a Pumpkin Pie Spice Kit and add the season's favorite flavor to your pies, muffins, breads, cookies, and dare I say, coffee, and more. Spice up your fall treats and prepare for Thanksgiving! 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. Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 3 - 10 2025 Native American DIY Dreamcatcher Take-Home Kit 11/03/2025 @ 9:00am–11/10/2025 @ 9:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 3 - 10 2025 Native American DIY Dreamcatcher Take-Home Kit 11/03/2025 @ 9:00am–11/10/2025 @ 9:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Come to Ralph Ellison Library and pick up a DIY Dreamcatcher Kit!Learn about the history and significance of Native American Dream Catchers while making your own. All materials and instructions included! 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 "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm 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 10:30 am-12:30 pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 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 Nov 3 2025 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 3 2025 Mon Homework Help at the Library 6:30pm–8:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 3 2025 Mon Homework Help at the Library 6:30pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (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 Nov 4 2025 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 Nov 4 2025 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 Nov 4 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 4 2025 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 Nov 5 2025 Wed RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed RESCHEDULED: Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm 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 10:30 am-12:30 pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Computer Class: the Basics 1:00pm–2:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Computer Class: the Basics 1:00pm–2:30pm 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: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education Registration Required Event Description: Join this free class for a basic introduction to computers, keyboarding, and how to get an email.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Computer Help in the Goodwill Mobile Van 2:30pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Continuing Education, Outdoor Program Event Description: Do you need one-on-one computer assistance with job applications, creating a resume, or finding out about other Goodwill training opportunities? Come to the Goodwill Mobile Technology van, and get some assistance.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Homework Help 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 Nov 5 2025 Wed Homework Help 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 "All Ages" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 6 2025 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 Nov 6 2025 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu CANCELLED: Scrapbooking Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Cancelled CANCELLED: Scrapbooking Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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, DIY & Hobbies, Writing Registration Required Event Description: Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Family Game Night 6:00pm–7:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Family Game Night 6:00pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Games & Gaming Event Description: It's International Gaming Month! Join us at the library to play classic favorites like Uno, Connect Four, Apples to Apples and more! Board games promote creativity and foster positive skills like sportsmanship and logical reasoning.
