This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 9 - 16 2025 State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits 09/09/2025 @ 9:00am–09/16/2025 @ 2:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 9 - 16 2025 State Fair Pennants Take Home Kits 09/09/2025 @ 9:00am–09/16/2025 @ 2:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Let's create a souvenir with history. Based off items in the library's historic collections, these pennants take us back the State Fair of the 1940s! Kit includes felt pennant, heat release decal, and fabric paint.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Cancelled: All Ages Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 9 2025 Tue 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 9 2025 Tue DIY Mini State Fair Food 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Sep 9 2025 Tue DIY Mini State Fair Food 6:00pm–7:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Some of us go to the fair just for the food! We will be creating miniature versions of our fair favorites. Using clay, pastels, and paper, learn to make teeny version of your big favorites. No experience necessary, all material supplied. 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 Sep 10 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 Sep 10 2025 Wed Homework Help at the Library 3:00pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 10 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 Sep 10 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Magic the Gathering Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (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 Sep 11 2025 Thu All Ages Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 11 2025 Thu 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 "Adults" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Caregivers Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Caregivers Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia 3:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: This workshop will provide caregivers with important information about dementia, how to recognize the warning signs of dementia, and different things caregivers can do to help fight the disease.
This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Dash Cooking for Teens 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Dash Cooking for Teens 6:00pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Have you always wanted to learn how to cook, but getting out those big pots and pans just isn't it? No one wants to have to do all those dishes all the time! 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 Sep 12 2025 Fri 123! Play With Me! 11:30am–12:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 12 2025 Fri 123! Play With Me! 11:30am–12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (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 "All Ages" group Sep 12 2025 Fri Pet Food Pantry 11:30am–12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 12 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 14 2025 Sun Make Your Own Candy 2:00pm–3:00pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 14 2025 Sun Make Your Own Candy 2:00pm–3:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Science & STEAM Registration Required Event Description: Hey Teens! Love candy? Love sour candy? Join us at Ralph Ellison Library, we're going to be experimenting with Kool-Aid, sugar and citric acid. Make your candy super sweet or suuuuuper sour! 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 "Adults" group Sep 14 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 2 2:00pm–5:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 14 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 2 2:00pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 14 2025 Sun DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 14 2025 Sun DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters 4:00pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Sign up & join us at Ralph Ellison Library to make 2 awesome Scrabble tile coasters!
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 15 - 21 2025 Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit (LETTER KNOWLEDGE) All Day 9/15–9/21 Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 15 - 21 2025 Early Childhood (Ages 1-5) Art Activity Take-Home Kit (LETTER KNOWLEDGE) All Day 9/15–9/21 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 Alphabet Adventure. Disclaimer(s) 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! It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 15 - 22 2025 Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit All Day 9/15–9/22 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 15 - 22 2025 Constitution in Calligraphy Take-Home Kit All Day 9/15–9/22 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Writing Event Description: This Constitution Day, discover the art behind the United States Constitution by exploring the calligraphy of the original document.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 15 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 Sep 15 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 Sep 15 2025 Mon U.S. CONSTITUTION ESCAPE ROOM (4th-8th GRADES) 3:30pm–4:30pm Kids, Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 15 2025 Mon U.S. CONSTITUTION ESCAPE ROOM (4th-8th GRADES) 3:30pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens Program Type: Community & Civics, Games & Gaming Event Description: Crack the Code of History!Mission: Decode. Discover. Escape!Join us for an epic escape room adventure where YOU are on a mission to unlock the mysteries of the U.S. Constitution!
This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 16 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 17 2025 Wed The United States Constitution 9:30am–10:00am 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 Sep 17 2025 Wed The United States Constitution 9:30am–10:00am Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Community & Civics, Continuing Education Event Description: It's Constitution Day. On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We'll talk and read more about the constitution.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Diary of a Worm and Soil Science Fun 3:30pm–4:30pm Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Diary of a Worm and Soil Science Fun 3:30pm–4:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Science & STEAM, Storytimes Registration Required Event Description: What do you know about worms and soil? Together we will read the book Diary of a Worm and make a silly and scrumptious "dirt" cup as we learn about different soil types.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 17 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 "Birth-PreK" group Sep 18 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 Sep 18 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 "Adults" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Artificial Intelligence Seminar & Demos 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Artificial Intelligence Seminar & Demos 7:00pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: Are you interested in learning more about Artificial Intelligence and AI programs? Neal Hettinger, OCCC professor and local author, is offering an AI seminar at your local library.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Yarn Painting Party 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 Sep 20 2025 Sat Yarn Painting Party 2:00pm–4:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Make beautiful paintings out of yarn and glue! Inspired by the indigenous Huichol people of Mexico. 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.
