This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Positive Parenting Class 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 Dec 11 2025 Thu Positive Parenting Class 6:00pm–7:30pm 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: 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 Dec 12 2025 Fri 123! Play With Me! 11:30am–12:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Dec 12 2025 Fri 123! Play With Me! 11:30am–12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness Registration Required 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 Dec 12 2025 Fri Pet Food Pantry 11:30am–12:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library Cancelled This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 12 2025 Fri Cancelled Pet Food Pantry 11:30am–12:30pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Dec 13 2025 Sat Season of Giving Arts and Crafts Festival 1:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Season of Giving Arts and Crafts Festival 1:00pm–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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs Event Description: Grab those mittens and sled on into the Ralph Ellison library for a holiday program of arts and crafts and refreshments 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. 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 Dec 14 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 5 2:00pm–5:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 14 2025 Sun Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Session 5 2:00pm–5:00pm 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 Dec 14 2025 Sun Button Art Fun at Ralph Ellison Library 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 Dec 14 2025 Sun Button Art Fun at Ralph Ellison Library 4:00pm–5:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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: Button Art Fun at Ralph Ellison Library!Come to Ralph Ellison Library on December 14 from 4 PM to 5 PM! 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. 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 Dec 15 - 21 2025 (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags All Day 12/15–12/21 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 - 21 2025 (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags All Day 12/15–12/21 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, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Bookish book bags are ready! Visit the Ralph Ellison library to pick up your Book Bag!! Bags are ready the last Monday of every month and you have a week to pick them up! 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 15 2025 Mon 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-12:30pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 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 Dec 15 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 "Teens" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Finals Study Lounge for Teens 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Finals Study Lounge for Teens 4:00pm–6:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Homework Help Event Description: Get ready for finals in a calm, supportive space at the Ralph Ellison Library! Teens are invited to drop in for quiet study time, cozy setting, and light refreshments as they prepare for Fall Finals.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 16 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 Dec 16 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 Dec 16 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 16 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Adult Basic Education 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 17 2025 Wed 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-12:30pm.
This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Dash Cooking for Teens 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Dash Cooking for Teens 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: 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 "All Ages" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Ralph Ellison Lego Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 17 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 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 This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 18 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 Dec 18 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Positive Parenting Class 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Positive Parenting Class 6:00pm–7:30pm 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: 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 This event is in the "Kids" group Dec 18 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Children Reading to Dogs 6:30pm–8:00pm Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 Dec 22 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 Dec 22 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 "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 23 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 Dec 23 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 Dec 23 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 23 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!
Dec 24 2025 Wed Library Closed All Day Some Branches Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, All Locations
Dec 25 2025 Thu Library Closed All Day Some Branches Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Stockyards City Library, Off Site, All Locations
This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 27 2025 Sat Banned Book Club For Parents and Adults 10:00am–11:00am Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 27 2025 Sat Banned Book Club For Parents and Adults 10:00am–11:00am Ralph Ellison Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Description: Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not.
