This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 21 - 28 2025 Beaded Gecko Keychains Take-Home Kit All Day 9/21–9/28 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 21 - 28 2025 Beaded Gecko Keychains Take-Home Kit All Day 9/21–9/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Come to the Ralph Ellison Library and pick up a Beaded Gecko Keychain Take-Home Kit! It includes everything you need to make your own colorful keychain! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 - 28 2025 College Application Week Take Home Kit All Day 9/22–9/28 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 - 28 2025 College Application Week Take Home Kit All Day 9/22–9/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Continuing Education Event Description: The college application process can be difficult to navigate, but we offer the resources you need to make your collegiate dream a reality. Once you have filled out one application, the others won't be as hard. Disclaimer(s) We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 22 - 28 2025 Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit All Day 9/22–9/28 All Ages, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 22 - 28 2025 Johnny Appleseed Take Home Kit All Day 9/22–9/28 Ralph Ellison Library Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Did you know Johnny Appleseed was a real person, not just a legend? Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day by making a fun craft. Supplies are all provided. You can also learn some more about apples and John Chapman. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 - 30 2025 (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags All Day 9/22–9/30 Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 - 30 2025 (Pick Up) Bookish: Teen Book Bags All Day 9/22–9/30 Ralph Ellison Library 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 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 Sep 22 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Sourdough 101 4:00pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Sourdough 101 4:00pm–6:30pm 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: Learn the art of making, maintaining, and caring for a sourdough starter from a local baker. Discover tips and tricks to keep your starter alive and explore delicious recipe ideas. 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 Sep 23 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 23 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 Sep 24 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 24 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 "Birth-PreK" group Sep 25 2025 Thu Preschool Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Sep 25 2025 Thu Preschool 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: 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! 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 Sep 26 2025 Fri 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 Sep 26 2025 Fri 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 this month is PAPER PLATE TURTLE CRAFT.
This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 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 Sep 27 2025 Sat Banned Book Club For Parents and Adults 10:00am–11:00am Ralph Ellison Library 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 27 2025 Sat OKC Mobile Market 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 27 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 Sep 27 2025 Sat STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon 2:00pm–4:00pm Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Kids" group Sep 27 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 28 2025 Sun Create Your Own Custom Magnets 3:00pm–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 28 2025 Sun Create Your Own Custom Magnets 3:00pm–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, DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Come Make Your Own Custom 4x6 Magnet!Get creative with preprinted pictures, glitter, stickers, and tons of fun craft supplies.Design something unique that’s perfect for your fridge, locker, or gift-giving! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 29 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 29 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 29 2025 Mon A Special Speaker During Library Card Sign-Up Month with 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 Sep 29 2025 Mon A Special Speaker During Library Card Sign-Up Month with 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: September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, so come hear a special speaker, librarian Phillip Tolbert talk about libraries.
This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 30 2025 Tue Teen Afternoon 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 30 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!
Oct 13 2025 Mon Library Closed All Day Some Branches Closing Oct 13 2025 Mon 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Nov 26 2025 Wed Library Closes @ 6 PM 6:00pm–9:00pm Some Branches Closing Nov 26 2025 Wed Closing Library Closes @ 6 PM 6:00pm–9:00pm 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Nov 27 2025 Thu Library Closed All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 27 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Nov 28 2025 Fri Library Closed All Day Some Branches Closing Nov 28 2025 Fri 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
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, Wright 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
Dec 31 2025 Wed Library Closes @ 6 PM 6:00pm–9:00pm Some Branches Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing Library Closes @ 6 PM 6:00pm–9:00pm 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, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
