This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 4 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 Aug 4 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 "All Ages" group Aug 6 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 6 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 7 2025 Thu 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 Aug 7 2025 Thu 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 Aug 8 2025 Fri Free Play Friday (Ages 0 - 5) 11:30am–12:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 8 2025 Fri Free Play Friday (Ages 0 - 5) 11:30am–12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Play is an important aspect of early childhood development and an excellent way to prepare children for school and beyond. 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 Aug 8 2025 Fri Pet Food Pantry 11:30am–12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 8 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 "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 9 2025 Sat Spiritually Bold Inc. Presents: 'A Man with a Plan, the story of Roscoe Dungee.' 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library 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 Aug 9 2025 Sat Spiritually Bold Inc. Presents: 'A Man with a Plan, the story of Roscoe Dungee.' 2:00pm–3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Live Performances & Entertainment Event Description: Come enjoy A Man with a Plan, the story of Roscoe Dungee, a play brought to you by Spiritually Bold, Inc. Roscoe Dungee is a famous Oklahoman journalist who founded the Black Dispatch newspaper in 1915. 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 event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 10 2025 Sun Mini Canvas Painting 3:00pm–4:15pm 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 Aug 10 2025 Sun Mini Canvas Painting 3:00pm–4:15pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon of painting on mini canvases! Whether you choose to draw inspiration from the ideas provided or let your creativity run wild, the choice is yours. It's all about having fun and expressing yourself! 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 Aug 11 - 18 2025 Tropical Fish Paper Plate Take Home Kit All Day 8/11–8/18 Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 11 - 18 2025 Tropical Fish Paper Plate Take Home Kit All Day 8/11–8/18 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Come to Ralph Ellison Library and pick up your Tropical Fish Paper Plate Take-Home Kit! 🐠🎨Perfect for kids — fun, creative, and includes everything you need to make your own colorful tropical fish. While supplies last! Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 11 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 Aug 11 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 Aug 11 2025 Mon Game Day 4:00pm–6:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 11 2025 Mon Game Day 4:00pm–6:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!
This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Social Security and You: Updates and Fraud Prevention 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Social Security and You: Updates and Fraud Prevention 1:00pm–2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Careers & Jobs, Health & Wellness Event Description: A Social Security expert will discuss what's new with Social Security and ways to prevent fraud. There will be a time to ask general questions. 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 event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2025 Wed 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 "Birth-PreK" group Aug 14 2025 Thu CANCELLED: All Ages Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Cancelled CANCELLED: All Ages Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Pour Painting Party 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 Aug 14 2025 Thu Pour Painting 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 Event Description: Join us for an engaging and creative acrylic pour painting workshop at the library! This hands-on program invites guests of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of fluid art.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 15 2025 Fri *CANCELED: ART TIME @the library (Ages 3-6) 1:30pm–2:30pm Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 15 2025 Fri Cancelled *CANCELED: ART TIME @the library (Ages 3-6) 1:30pm–2:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Description: Join a Ralph Ellison librarian for a story and art project!Our project for this month is SHAVING CREAM MARBLING
This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Ralph Ellison Lego Club 2:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 16 2025 Sat Ralph Ellison Lego Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (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 Aug 17 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 1 2:00pm–5:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 17 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 1 2:00pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (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 "Birth-PreK" group Aug 18 - 24 2025 Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit: COLORS All Day 8/18–8/24 Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 18 - 24 2025 Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit: COLORS All Day 8/18–8/24 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit Registration Required Event Description: Little, hungry brains must continue to be fed with learning, playing and maker activities. This month, the theme for our early childhood kit is Color Me a Story. Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 18 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 Aug 18 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 "Birth-PreK" group Aug 18 2025 Mon Evening Story Time--FREE PLAY 6:30pm–7:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 18 2025 Mon Evening Story Time--FREE PLAY 6:30pm–7:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer! Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, games, and activities that encourage language development and promote positive attitudes about reading and learning!
This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Aug 19 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm 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 Aug 20 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (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 Aug 21 2025 Thu Toddler (Ages 1-3) Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Aug 21 2025 Thu Toddler (Ages 1-3) 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 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 Aug 22 2025 Fri Rescheduled ART TIME @the library (Ages 3-6) 1:30pm–2:30pm Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Rescheduled ART TIME @the library (Ages 3-6) 1:30pm–2:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Description: Join a Ralph Ellison librarian for a story and art project!Our project for this month is SHAVING CREAM MARBLING
