This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Color Our World : Teens & Adults with OKCMOA 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Color Our World : Teens & Adults with OKCMOA 6:00pm–7:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: Join OKC Museum of Art as they lead participants in an art project related to the museum's collection.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 25 2025 Fri SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Jul 25 2025 Fri SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 25 2025 Fri BattleBots & Chill 2:30pm–3:30pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 25 2025 Fri BattleBots & Chill 2:30pm–3:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Computers & Technology, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM Event Description: Join us for an afternoon of fun, music, and friendly competition! Battle it out with BattleBots while listening to great tunes and enjoying each other's company. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 26 2025 Sat OKC Mobile Market 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 26 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 Jul 26 2025 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group Jul 26 2025 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 2:00pm–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 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 27 2025 Sun Summer Scrapbooking Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 27 2025 Sun Summer Scrapbooking Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 28 2025 Mon SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Jul 28 2025 Mon SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 Jul 28 2025 Mon Roy G. Biv's Lab with Science Museum Oklahoma 2:00pm–3:00pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Roy G. Biv's Lab with Science Museum Oklahoma 2:00pm–3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM Event Description: Life would be so dull without colors! Mix, experiment, sort, and create in this colorful program that will explore science and art in hands-on activities while strengthening observational, social, and fine motor skills. 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. Be Advised: This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes. By Attending, you consent: To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know. For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Oklahoma City Community College Resource Table 3:00pm–5:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Oklahoma City Community College Resource Table 3:00pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Lobby (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Looking for free GED and ESL courses? The Oklahoma City Community College offers both courses free of charge. Come by the OCCC resource table at your local librarian to get more information about the programs and sign up!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 28 2025 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 Jul 28 2025 Mon The Urban Poets 6:00pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 Jul 28 2025 Mon Evening Story Time 6:30pm–7:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Jul 28 2025 Mon Evening Story Time 6:30pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Event Description: Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, games, and activities that encourage language development and promote positive attitudes about reading and learning!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 29 2025 Tue SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Jul 29 2025 Tue SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 Jul 29 2025 Tue Visible Mending with Oklahoma Contemporary 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Visible Mending with Oklahoma Contemporary 6:00pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Participants will learn how to mend holes in clothing using stitches meant to be seen. Bring one woven (non-stretchy) item with you to mend, like a pair of jeans with a hole.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 30 2025 Wed SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Jul 30 2025 Wed SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 Jul 30 2025 Wed Positive Parenting 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Positive Parenting 3:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Child Development & Parenting Registration Required Event Description: This 6 week interactive class works with parents to build a toolbox full of education, tips, tricks, and strategies for supportive parenting. Topics Include:
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Vinta Boat Storytime and Mosaic Painting 3:00pm–4:00pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Vinta Boat Storytime and Mosaic Painting 3:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Welcome to a special story time brought to you by KAPWA OKC. Your little one will hear a story from the Philippines about the colorful Vinta boats and make their very own mosaic painting of the boats to take home. Disclaimer(s) Be Advised: This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes. By Attending, you consent: To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know. For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 31 2025 Thu SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Jul 31 2025 Thu SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 Jul 31 2025 Thu Cool Off with Fresh Fruit: Freezing & Dehydrating 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Cool Off with Fresh Fruit: Freezing & Dehydrating 3:00pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Our OSU Extension presenter will teach participants how to preserve fresh summer fruits by freezing and dehydrating. Participants will enjoy an optional taste test of samples of frozen fruit smoothies and dehydrated fruit leather. 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 Jul 31 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 Jul 31 2025 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:30pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 1 - 10 2025 (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 8/1–8/10 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 1 - 10 2025 (Registration) Bookish: Teen Book Bag All Day 8/1–8/10 Ralph Ellison Library 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 back and is now 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 Aug 1 - 29 2025 Color of a Book Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/1–8/29 Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 1 - 29 2025 Color of a Book Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/1–8/29 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Open Study Area (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Displays & Exhibits Event Description: Join the Ralph Ellison Library this August for a fun scavenger hunt! Look for books with specific colors on their covers. Whether you love sports or drawing, there’s a book waiting for you. Plus, you might win a prize*! 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.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 1 2025 Fri SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 Aug 1 2025 Fri SUMMER MEAL 12:00pm–1:30pm 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 1-18 are invited to enjoy a meal from 12-1:30 p.m. at Ralph Ellison Library.Meals are provided by Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma's Summer Feeding Program. 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 Aug 2 2025 Sat Saturday Morning Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 2 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 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! 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 Aug 2 2025 Sat Sea Adventure Glow-in-the-Dark Art Experience 2:30pm–4:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Sea Adventure Glow-in-the-Dark Art Experience 2:30pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Set sail on a glowing journey beneath the waves! In this immersive art adventure, kids ages 5–10 will dive into an underwater world brought to life with fluorescent paints, black lights, and magical storytelling. 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.
