Upcoming Events

Love animation, or manga? Join us for The S.O. Animation Society, as we hang out, do a craft, and watch different genres of animation.

Teens, join us and learn the basics of embroidery, then put those skills to use by creating a work of art. Participants will leave with a completed embroidery image.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. 

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. Kits available while supplies last. Kit includes everything needed to make a tablet/eReader sleeve. 

Pattern includes chain and single crochet stitches.

Let the stress of the day melt away by joining us for sunset yoga. This class is a combination of meditation and gentle, restorative movements. No prior yoga experience is necessary. 

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a craft.

This local outreach activity is called Srendipitous Story Time with Ms. Saidah at MLK Jr Elementary School library. I host a sotry for at least three 2nd grade classes this month and promote reading and the public library.

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

Please register each participating child individually. Do not use special notes to add additional children.

Join us for free computer classes that will cover the basics of computer usage and navigating the internet! This is part of a series of computer classes. Attend all three or one! Registration is required. Limited space.

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.

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Wednesday from 1-3.

Join us after school for arts and crafts! Each Friday, come do a craft while you hang out with friends. We'll be doing all sorts of things, from bad art night to zines to paper mache!

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday.