BRANCH HOURS UPDATE:

From Feb. 23-26 and March 2-6, the Patience S. Latting Northwest Library will close at 7 p.m. for carpet replacement.

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (5/10)	Mon (5/11)	Tue (5/12)	Wed (5/13)	Thu (5/14)	Fri (5/15)	Sat (5/16)
All Day	This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Koinobori Take Home Kit (Ages 4-8) All Day 5/4–5/10 Birth-PreK, Kids Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences Event Description: Celebrate Japan’s Children’s Day on May 5th with your own handmade koinobori! In Japan, families display colorful carp‑shaped streamers to honor children’s health, strength, and happiness.					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May Mindfulness Journal Take Home Kit 05/15/2026 @ 9:00am–05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Celebrate the month of May with a Mindfulness Journal, created for teens and adults who want to try being more mindful this Spring and Summer.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group Make Your Own Puzzle Take-Home Kit All Day 5/4–5/13 All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit Event Description: Design and decorate your puzzle using the markers provided or your own at home. Take it apart and put it back together when you’re done! Disclaimer(s) It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group 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 10:00 am-12:00 pm.		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Basic Education 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group 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 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
11 am		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 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 123! Play With Me! 11:30am–12:30pm Birth-PreK Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group Registration will close on May 15, 2026 @ 11:30am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (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 "Teens" group Mindfulness for Teens 11:00am–12:30pm Teens Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Teens" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Description: Mind full or mindful? Learn how saying “thanks” can make you a better student and happier person. We will go through the basics of mindful meditation and make a gratitude journal to take home!
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Banned Book Club for Adults 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will close on May 10, 2026 @ 1:00pm. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (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 "Adults" group SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life) 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 8:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.		This event is in the "Adults" group SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life) 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 8:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Description: Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Coloring Hour @ Ralph Ellison Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies Event Description: Take a break and relax at the library at our Adult Coloring Hour. Enjoy a calm, welcoming space to color, unwind, and connect with others while listening to relaxing Lo-Fi tunes. No experience needed.						This event is in the "All Ages" group Oklahoma Originals: Jordan Tang 2:00pm–3:30pm All Ages Ralph Ellison Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Museums at MLS Event Description: Come celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month here with us at the Ralph Ellison library branch. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame \| Gaylord Pickens Museum proudly presents Oklahoma Originals: Jordan Tang. Dr.
3 pm		This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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 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 "Birth-PreK" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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 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.
4 pm
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Diamond Painting Bookmarks 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Ralph Ellison Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration will open on May 4, 2026 @ 9:00am. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: DIY & Hobbies Registration Required Event Description: Calling all teens and adult crafters or wannabe crafters of all levels!

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