Upcoming Events

Join us to play Life Size Candyland during the Summer Reading Kickoff. 

8 players will battle off in 30 minute rounds. First come first serve. Ages 6 and up.

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

June is Pride Month. Come join us for a book reading and panel discussion. Local author M.L. Williams will be reading from their book "Twelve" and panelists will be present to discuss themes from the book as well as current events.

Hey there, young cowpokes! Ready for a rootin' tootin' summer of reading fun? Saddle up for this adventure where a storytelling cowboy shares tools of the trade and how to survive the Wild West.

Defend yourself from a horde of ferocious dragons in this engineering-based program for children. Create, build, and test your own anti-dragon defense system against a variety of dragon hides.

Target Age: Toddlers, preschool, and school-age children 

Target Age: Preschool and school-age children 

The greatest adventures can be found in your favorite stories, and this program is full of STEAM activities inspired by them. Hands-on and creative challenges will abound in this STEM and literature!

Age Range: 6-12 (approximate)

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements.

Adventure Awaits in this year's summer reading program! Join the kickoff celebration at Southern Oaks library where we will have games, crafts, a community art project, and much more!

Developmental, Speech Language, Autism, and Behavioral screenings available at no charge!

For children birth through age 5.

This isn't just any reading program – it's your ticket to the dusty trails, thrilling tales and the real-life legends of the West.

Join Oklahoma 4-H as they dive into our new eco and health literacy backpacks and show you all the fun ways you can explore our backpacks at home! 

Join us after school for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog! Our sweet furry friends like nothing more than to listen to children read books. Check in anytime between 3:30 - 4:15 pm for an opportunity to read or just pet your furry friend.

Looking for a quiet space in the library to read, write, study, or just vibe? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hall every Wed from 4p-6p.

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30pm. 

Although we can't have wine at the library, you can make some cute charms to go around the stem of your glass.  

So come and make a set for those summer get togethers! 

Each person can make a set of 4 charms.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

Live and in color! Come join us for a movie discussion on films new and old. Each month we will be talking about a different film. There will be discussion questions, trivia, and popcorn provided!

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. For the month of June, there will be 2 sessions: one at 9:00am and one at 10:00am. Please sign up for only 1 session, and sign up EACH CHILD individually. Thank you!

OKDHS Mobile Bus provides full DHS services right where you are.  The bus will come to the Bethany library on the first Thursday of every EVEN month; April 4th, June 6th, August 1st, October 3rd and December 5th of 2024.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. For the month of June, there will be 2 sessions: one at 9:00am and one at 10:00am. Please sign up for only 1 session, and sign up EACH child individually. Thank you!